摘要:Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 A strategy is needed because of the competition and the right strategy is to win the competition . Porter (1980) argued that the formulation of competitive strategy is to connect the company with its environment . Although the relevant environment is very broad , encompassing social forces as well as economic forces , the main aspects of the environment are industrial companies or industries in which the company competes . There needs to be a strategy known as generic strategy is the fundamental way for the company to achieve profitability above the industry average by having a sustainable competitive advantage . The strategy consists of : cost leadership strategy (cost leadership), differentiation strategy (differentiation), and a strategic focus (focus either cost leadership or differentiation focus). This article focuses on diferensisi strategy for achieving competitive advantage of a company. Some previous article that discussed the effect of differentiation strategy on competitive advantage , stating that the differentiation strategy to significantly affect a company's competitive advantage . Understanding the importance of differentiation strategies companies can make a difference with its competitors , so as to compete in a more competitive market , and could win the competition . This research can help companies that already distinguishes itself with competitors , may further reinforce and communicate the difference .