which of the following would be a factor in the decision of strategic managers to vertically disintegrate to strengthen their core business model? there is a substantial increase in low-cost, global, component parts suppliers that compete for the company's business. the disadvantages of expanding the boundaries of their company by entering adjacent industries outweighs the advantages. the firm's asset investments are at greater risk of rapid decrease due to technological change or changing customer demands. there have been major shifts in institutional norms or competitive dynamics. all of these are factors in the decision of strategic managers to vertically disintegrate to strengthen their core business model.