6-1 Milestone Two Strategic Plan

There are a number of techniques employed to conduct an analysis of strategy options from which an organization can choose and implement to aid its attainment of long term objectives. As a staff of Despite Group of Companies, co-opted into a strategic planning committee, you have been tasked to do the following;(i) Distinguish between the application of VRIN or VRIO framework from the application of the Boston Consulting Group’s Growth-Share-Matrix (BCG-GSM) by organizations.(ii) Present a well labelled graphical illustration of this model (Boston Box) for DESPITE Group of Companies. (iii) Explain each of the four quadrants in this matrix by identifying where each named subsidiary within the Despite Group falls with a description of appropriate strategies that may work out for each quadrant.

Read the case below and then complete the SWOT analysis for each brand: Natural Gourmet and Natural Chef. After completing the SWOT analyses, answer the questions that follow. Natural Grain is a kitchen equipment and accessories company that sells mainly cutting boards, bowls, platters, and mugs. It is not alone in this relatively saturated Industry. As such, it has two brand divisions: Natural Gourmet and Natural Chef. Each brand has its own product lines: Natural Gourmet boasts "one-of-a-kind items that sell at high-price points in high- end retall and specialty shops. Natural Chef boasts high-quality, easily recognizable, mass-produced Items that sell at low- cost in department stores and other mass-merchandise outlets. A recent, company-wide marketing research study revealed that there exists a growing demand for mass-produced products among its Natural Gourmet market and retailers that sell Natural Chef products. Armed with this new information, Natural Grain proceeded to conduct…

Consider the below Case study to solve the following questions Sugar Plum Sweets is a small scale bakery business run by a family of experienced confectioners. Sugar Plum Sweets is making a quite conventional range of limited sweets for the last 20 years. In this modern era, this venture requires some disruption and novelty in its products.   Requirements: What are some of the more frequently used sources of new ideas for entrepreneurs? How existing companies (competitors) can help Sugar Plum Sweets to hunt new business ideas? Consider you are in the Sugar Plum sweets Management, use appropriate source of idea to improve the business of this sweet shop.

Review the following hypothetical scenario and answer the following question: For our upcoming executive retreat, the Strategy Group has been tasked with competing a strategic analysis of our business and our industry. While there are a number of different approaches that we can take, I would like to rely on Porter’s “five forces” framework for our analysis of the industry structure. Q: Please provide an outline of each of the five forces as it relates to the cable industry and whether conditions in the industry are favorable to long-term profitability.

The product is nike 2) Identify and explain the business strategy that the company uses to compete; analyze and explain how the company provides value to its customers and identify the customer target; identify key competitors and analyze/explain how the company distinguishes itself from its competitors; briefly review key performance and financial highlights, as they relate to either positive or negative indicators. Explain how/why, and based on what strategic analyses/frameworks, you reached these conclusions. 3) How would you answer the question - Why is this company more successful than others?  (or not, if it's not more successful than others.)  What are the most important factors contributing to its success that you think are critical for distinguishing its performance/success from others?  How sustainable is/are the bases of that success?

Strategic Management Read chapters 10 & 11 in Textbook Strategy Management – An integrated Approach 10th ed by Charles W L Hill) and answer Discussion question #3 chapter 10, and Discussion question #3 in chapter 11 listed below Please provide well developed, detailed and insightful answers (No short answers)  Discussion Question #3 Chapter 10: Imagine the IBM has decided to diversify into the telecommunications business to provide online “cloud computing” data services and broadband access for businesses and individuals What method would you recommend that IBM pursue to enter this industry? Why? Discussion Question #3 chapter 11: How might a company configure its strategy making processes to reduce the probability that managers will pursue their own self-interest at the expense of stockholders?

Please summarize the below so it can become easy to understand and memorize for exam purposes. The below answer belongs to this question (Write a note on how the genetic strategies will change because of IT).  The answer to summarize:  There are four generic strategies, each often enabled by using information technology and systems. These include low-cost leadership, product differentiation, focus on market niche, and strengthening customer and supplier intimacy. Low-Cost Leadership Walmart keeps prices low and shelves well-stocked using a legendary inventory replenishment system. The system sends orders for new merchandise directly to suppliers as soon as consumers pay. Suppliers can also access Walmart's sales and inventory data using Web technology. Because the system replenishes inventory with lightning speed, Walmart does not need to spend much money maintaining large inventories of goods in its own warehouses. An efficient customer response system directly links consumer behavior…

1. Explain the similarities that exist between incorporating the Triple Bottom Line  framework into both the service industry and the manufacturing industry, and why. 2.Explain the differences that exist between incorporating the Triple Bottom Line framework into the service industry and the manufacturing industry, and why. 3.Provide an example of a strategy that is appropriate to use across both the service and the manufacturing industries, and provide an example that is specific to either the service or the manufacturing industry when considering people, planet, or profit through the Triple Bottom Line framework. Include a brief explanation of what each example demonstrates.

V9 Critically evaluate the key resources available for the McDonald organization to effectively and successfully compete within its boundary and attain a competitive advantage? Discuss whether the McDonald organization market position is supported by its value chain and other key internal resources. As a strategist, what recommendations you would suggest to help the chosen organization to stay ahead of its rivals.

Outline each of the 4 aspects (Integration, Operations, Purchasing, Distribution) and illustrate your points with examples from the attached case information.

1.   Analyze Instacart using the value chain and competitive forces models. What competitive forces does the company have to deal with? What is its value proposition?

You own a company in the pet care industry. Your company is a mobile pet grooming company. Your company has multiple vans with grooming equipment. You travel to each customer's house and groom their pet in your van. With this information, answer the question below. 1a. Why chose this product, including why you think there is a market need or demand for the product, and what makes you personally interested in working with this product 1b. An initial SWOT analysis for this product in bullet point form with at least three examples of each category (12 total) and a brief explanation of each 1c. Your preliminary thoughts on your target market, detailing key geographic, demographic, psychographic, and behavioral traits

Using the scenario attached below: Answer: 2. Identify and discuss one (1) internal and one (1) external driver, (as provided below) which Maria should consider as part of her strategic planning exercise relative to the case presented.  Internal Drivers with definition1. Profits & Revenue • Key factors in strategic change which are necessary to maintain a sustainable level organisational growth. • Profits and revenue serve as an indicator of successful strategic management.2.  Mission • An organisation should be driven by the overall mission which addresses the question “What is our business?” • Changes in the mission will result in changes in organisational focus. 3. Vision • A vision statement serves as the roadmap by answering the question “What do we want to become?”4.  Political Environment • An internal political environment can serve as a major strategic driver because it directly impacts strategy, strategic planning, decision-making and those in charge of ensuring strategic…

Can you guys help me on this? Thank you! Here's the case: Competition in the Bottled Water Industry in 2006 by John E. Gamble from the University of South Alabama Here are industry key success factors:  Question: Please identify the relevant types of key success factorsand provide an example from the case for each type. Thissection should contain at least 3, but no more than 6 key success factors

For this case, assume that your position is that of a consultant to the CEO. Your goal is to focus on a strategic issue, conduct a competent analysis, evaluate strategic solutions, and provide effective recommendations. The case is entitled “Amazon Goes Global 2020” and can also be accessed via this link:  https://hbsp.harvard.edu/import/1215724 Strategic issue: Clearly state the strategic issue that you address (i.e., the guiding question). Using information from the case, expand upon this issue such that you not only state the question, but also recognize nuances or implicit aspects of the issue.

1. What steps does Nordstrom take to implement its strategy providing outstanding customer service? According to the text, are there any actions or steps that are discussed in the text that Nordstrom does not implement?2. How do these activities enable Nordstrom to reduce the gaps between perceived service and customer expectations?3. What are the pros and cons of Nordstrom’s approach to developing a competitive advantage through customer service?4. Can Nordstrom’s philosophy of customer service be used businesses other than retail service businesses? Educational institutions? Lower end retailers like Walmart, Target, or Steinmart or Kohls? –5. Why or why not? If not, how could these retailers improve their customer service and relations, give examples—6. Discuss the inventory policies of Nordstrom to that of other department or retail stores. Does this policy impact customer service?

A) According to the assigned video: Introduction to generic business strategies, business strategy can be classified into four quadrants: overall cost leadership, overall differentiation, cost focus, and differentiation focus based on scope and source. The Andrews Family Restaurant is in the process of hiring a five-star chef who can cook a variety of food to meet customers’ tastes and wants. In addition, the restaurant is designed to provide complete privacy to customers. Therefore, tables ought to be separated by no less than 5 feet. Think about what the Andrews Family Restaurant’s business strategy is. Please explain your answer.   B)The Andrews Family Restaurant is in the process of hiring a five-star chef who can cook a variety of food to meet customers’ tastes and wants. In addition, the restaurant is designed to provide complete privacy to customers. Therefore, tables ought to be separated by no less than 5 feet.    Consider the examples of competitive priorities in Table 1.3 in…

Analyze the competitive advantages and disadvantages of each company's offerings and provide recommendations for each company on how they can improve their product and service offerings to remain competitive in the market. $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$#@!!@@@#####

SWOT ANALYSIS: Voluntrip—A History of Voluntrip Voluntrip was founded in 2016 by three individuals who had each traveled extensively throughout the world. They were strangers when they met in Vietnam but became fast friends. Eventually they decided to start a business together. Ari, Luiz, and Sarita envisioned a business that would appeal to clients interested in sustainable tourism in both domestic and global regions of the world. They each agreed to invest $5,000 from their personal finances to start the business. Each founding owner of Voluntrip brings a unique set of experiences and skills that are critical to the business’s success. Ari is an English language teacher committed to creating an active learning experience for her students and provides them with ample opportunity to engage in conversational English. She possesses excellent organizational and time-management skills, as well as strong leadership and communication skills. When asked to describe her strengths as a…

Make a SWOT analysis of Enterprise Bank, Inc. Identify at least (3) Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threaths.

Which of the following statements BEST describes the Gartner’s ‘Magic Quadrant’?  Helps businesses understand their current and future competitive landscapes. Helps businesses get a clear picture about their strong points and weak points relative to their competitors. Helps businesses prioritize and strategize your business investments among smaller business units. Helps businesses analyze and represent a particular product/market/industry in terms of their ability to deliver based on their vision.

SWOT ANALYSIS: Voluntrip—A History of Voluntrip Voluntrip was founded in 2016 by three individuals who had each traveled extensively throughout the world. They were strangers when they met in Vietnam but became fast friends. Eventually they decided to start a business together. Ari, Luiz, and Sarita envisioned a business that would appeal to clients interested in sustainable tourism in both domestic and global regions of the world. They each agreed to invest $5,000 from their personal financesto start the business. Each founding owner of Voluntrip brings a unique set of experiences and skills that are critical to the business’s success. Ari is an English language teacher committed to creating an active learning experience for her students and provides them with ample opportunity to engage in conversational English. She possesses excellent organizational and time-management skills, as well as strong leadership and communication skills. When asked to describe her strengths as a business…