A brief analysis based on the Porter's five forces model in relation with the industry in which HBC operates is presented as follows along with the strategic implications that should be implied by HBC.
New Entrants
It has been analyzed that the entry of a number of new entrants have taken place in the retail industry including Old Navy, Wal-Mart, Costco and some other organizations.
Substitute Products and Services
It has been analyzed that the consumers have a wide variety of house ware, clothing and electrical appliances to select ...