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| Substitution |
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The phenomenon of new companies offering alternatives to more established products, services, or distribution channels. Sometimes called competitive substitution. Examples include the rise of OTAs competing with traditional travel agencies in the sales of airline tickets and the rental of private apartments and rooms competing with hotels in the leisure market. |
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