Identify external competitive forces in relationship to healthcare organizations. Why is it important to know what external competitive forces are or who they are? Relate external competitive forces to a strategic plan. Are external competitive forces always considered a threat? Using APA 6th edition format, write a two page paper defining external competitive forces and why it's important to know what external competitive forces are. Identify the impact to the strategic plan that external competitive forces can cause. Include in your assignment examples of competitive forces specific to a healthcare organization. Include at least two references.