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A small-scale appliance manufacturer has been producing goods for a private label company for 25 years. This manufacturer has no brand image, a small production facility, and scarce capital resources. The company has made several strategic attempts to increase market share and create a nationally branded appliance market presence. So far, it has been unsuccessful. Why is this most likely so?