What is themethod used by the acquiring firm to manage its culture after acquisition?underline the pros and cons of this method.

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Learning Outcomes:§ Distinguish between different types and levels of strategy and strategyimplementation environment of hypothetical and real-world organizations. (CLO3)§ Gain insights into the strategy-making processes of different types oforganizations (CLO4)§ Understand the contribution of various functional areas e.g. production, marketing,purchasing, and supply management to the overall well-being of the organization. (CLO5)§ Understand issues related to strategic competitive advantage in diversifiedorganizations (CLO6)This assignment includes 2 sections:I. Case studyAssignment Question(s):Read carefully the mini case No 18 from your textbook(entitled ‘Tesla Motors Inc.) and briefly answerthe following questions: (1 mark for eachquestion)1. What is the competitivestrategy used by Tesla Motors company? 2. Use the fiveforces of the M. Porter matrix to describe the industry that “Tesla Motors”belongs to. 3. Describe thedifferent functional strategies of the Tesla Motors company.4. Describe therelationship of Tesla Motors with its primary stakeholders.5. Describe themarket position of Tesla Motors.6. Describe the corecompetency of Tesla Motors. 7. Describe any strategicalliance (acquisition, outsourcing, joint venture, ….) used by Tesla Motors?Was it successful? justify.8. What are the mainchallenges that Tesla Motors faced? 9. Assessthe competitive advantage of Tesla Motors in its market.10. Recommend solutions for Tesla Motorsto improve its competitive advantage.II. Mini-projectFrom real national/international market, choose an example ofacquisition and answer the following questions: (1mark each question)1. Brieflyintroduce your chosen firms, and partners of the acquisition (industry,nationality, size, market position…). Max 100words2. Explain thedifferent reasons for this acquisition. 3. What is themethod used by the acquiring firm to manage its culture after acquisition?underline the pros and cons of this method. 4. Is this acquisitionsuccessful? Justify. 5. Give threechallenges that can face a firm that uses an acquisition strategy.