We typically think of companies competing over products — the proverbial “build a better mousetrap.” But in today’s networked age, competition is increasingly over platforms. Build a better platform, and you will have a decided advantage over the competition.
Three Elements of a Successful Platform Strategy
Building a better mousetrap isn’t enough.
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