How might a company in a traditional sector like manufacturing apply the interview strategies discussed in Cracking the PM Interview?

The book 'Cracking the PM Interview' does not provide specific case studies or examples. However, it emphasizes the importance of using management frameworks like the 4P's, SWOT analysis, and Porter's five forces to structure responses during PM interviews. These frameworks help candidates make sound business decisions even in the absence of detailed data. The broader implication for PM candidates is that they need to develop strong product instincts and the ability to make informed decisions with incomplete data.

SWOT analysis and Porter's five forces are strategic tools used in PM interviews to evaluate a product or a business. SWOT analysis helps to identify Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats related to the business or product. It's used to understand the internal and external factors that can affect the success of a product or business. Porter's five forces, on the other hand, is a tool used to analyze the competitive environment in which a product or business operates. It looks at five key areas: the threat of new entrants, the bargaining power of buyers, the bargaining power of suppliers, the threat of substitute products or services, and the intensity of competitive rivalry. These tools help PM candidates to structure their responses during interviews by providing a framework to assess and strategize around a product or business.