In his view, Apple failed to anticipate two important industry trends.

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Many said the plan would accelerate some industry trends already under way.

In keeping with a recent industry trend, Apple decided against setting suggested list prices.

Still, Andersen's search for new business is understandable, given industry trends.

Such changes, he said, can include restructuring or new products, technologies, management and industry trends.

Some observers say the new books goes against the industry trend toward Web pages.

Chrysler said its weak car sales simply followed the industry trend.

It was a great box office success despite its limited production costs and thus started an industry trend.

It remains to be seen whether highlighting environmental spending will become an industry trend.