A buyer and a supplier have developed a deep and collaborative alliance relationship. They have been working together for several years, jointly investing in research and development, sharing risks, and aligning their long-term objectives. They have successfully introduced innovative products to the market and achieved mutual growth. However, a new competitor emerges with a similar product, threatening their market share.What is the most appropriate action for the buyer and supplier in this alliance relationship based on the characteristics of an alliance relationship on the buyer-supplier continuum?

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SHIFT THE FOCUS TO SHORT-TERM OBJECTIVES, REDUCING JOINT INVESTMENTS TO MINIMISE RISKS AND COSTS.

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ENGAGE IN OPEN COMMUNICATION AND COLLABORATION TO JOINTLY DEVELOP NEW STRATEGIES AND DIFFERENTIATE THEIR PRODUCT OFFERING.

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SEVER THE ALLIANCE AND PURSUE INDIVIDUAL STRATEGIES TO OUTPERFORM THE NEW COMPETITOR.

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RELY ON THE ESTABLISHED TRUST AND MUTUAL COMMITMENT, ASSUMING THE MARKET WILL STABILISE OVER TIME.

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