Caterpillar case contains a substantial amount of information on the industry structure; study this case as an industry analysis case; the innovative and well integrated strategy that Caterpillar has developed to fit environmental conditions and block competitive entry make it an example for courses in corporate strategy; the interactive nature of the Caterpillar-Komatsu battle provides a strong set of issues for any course dealing with competitive dynamics. This case is designed fundamentally to look at the impact of globalizing industry forces on company strategy, and on the nature of global competitive strategic games. This case provides an ideal example of a company whose strategic posture has been designed to fit the external industry demands and the market needs. This external fit is reinforced by an internal fit in which the various functional elements support the overall strategic objectives 1. Through the 1970s, Caterpillar dominated earth-moving industry in much the same way that IBM dominated the computer business or Boeing the aircraft industry. What are the key elements in Caterpillar''s strategy? What is its source of its success in the worldwide competitive dominion of the earth-moving equipment industry? Write your answer by uncovering the carefully built and tightly integrated strategy that served for decades as a barrier to competitors. 2. What are some overall strategic objectives of Caterpillar? How well is Cat positioned for the future?