A conversation about protecting competition

Observation:  A story from today’s New York Times—or perhaps it would more appropriately be called a near-editorial—explores the complex relationship between innovation, competition, and regulation.  Specifically, the article focuses on price-fixing allegations in the e-book industry.  Click here to see the story.

Implications:   This is a worthwhile read because so few of us are immune to the forces of disruptive technology. 

What companies could step in from the fringe to steal share from your long-secure revenue sources?  Could it be that the best way to protect yourself from that new competition would be… to make that move first?

Mike Anderson, for the Elm Street Economics consumer trends blog. A service of The Center for Sales Strategy, Inc.