MONOPOLISTIC COMPETITION IN ENTERPRISE STRATEGY
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Abstract:
This study examines the theoretical and practical aspects of developing an enterprise's strategy 
in monopolistic competition. Using a pharmacy as an example, the following elements 
of monopolistic competition are examined: institutional constraints, the impact of digital technology development, the pharmacy's purpose and mission, the consistent availability of product assortment, the epidemiological situation, the pharmacy's location, pharmaceutical import substitution processes, and government influence. A PEST and SWOT analysis were conducted to determine the pharmacy's potential for developing a winning strategy in monopolistic competition. The proposed key areas 
of the enterprise's strategy include developing a loyalty program, switching suppliers and establishing long-term relationships with them, and expanding and deepening the range of pharmaceutical products. At the pharmacy level, the old strategy (passive-competitive strategy) and the new strategy (active-competitive strategy) are characterized. The analysis demonstrates a fundamental shift in the pharmacy's competitive position – from passively following the market to actively developing competitive advantages in monopolistic competition. It is also noted that the adaptation of economic entities to changes in the market environment is becoming a key factor in ensuring the stability of the industry and the national economy as a whole.

Keywords:
enterprise strategy, monopolistic competition, PEST analysis of a pharmacy, SWOT analysis of a pharmacy, passive-competitive strategy, active-competitive strategy
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