TOFEDU: The Future of Education Journal
Vol 5 No 2 (2026)

The Role of Industry Structure in Building Competitive Strategy and Competitive Advantage

Atika Atika (Universitas Jambi)
Arifin Ilham Manessa Gm (Universitas Jambi)
M. Ahzami Mubarak (Universitas Jambi)
Fill Ina Grace s (Universitas Jambi)
M Ali Akbar (Universitas Jambi)
Kuswanto Kuswanto (Universitas Jambi)
Dwi Rayana Siregar (Universitas Jambi)
Novita Sari Br Simanjuntak (Universitas Jambi)



Article Info

Publish Date
05 Jul 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the role of industry structure in shaping competitive strategies and creating firms' competitive advantage. A qualitative approach was employed through a literature review and descriptive analysis of theories and concepts related to industry structure, competitive strategy, and competitive advantage. The findings indicate that industry structure, encompassing the intensity of competition, supplier bargaining power, buyer bargaining power, the threat of new entrants, and the threat of substitute products, plays a significant role in determining appropriate competitive strategies. Firms that are able to accurately understand the characteristics of their industry structure are more likely to formulate adaptive and sustainable competitive strategies. Therefore, a comprehensive understanding of industry structure is a critical factor in achieving and sustaining competitive advantage in an increasingly dynamic business environment.

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Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Other

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TOFEDU Journal is a scientific journal related to research results, conceptual studies, critical/comprehensive studies in the field of education. The results of the work of the researchers are expected to make a positive contribution in the field of education in order to achieve equitable, inclusive ...