Strategist: Industry & Competitive Analysis-Strategic Analysis Tool

Example

Evaluating the competitive forces within the electric vehicle industry, including the threat of new entrants, the bargaining power of suppliers and buyers, the threat of substitute products, and the intensity of competitive rivalry.

Scenario

A company planning to enter the electric vehicle market uses this analysis to understand market entry barriers, competitive intensity, and supplier dynamics.

Example

Identifying and analyzing the primary and support activities that create value in the pharmaceutical industry, from drug discovery and development to marketing and sales.

Scenario

A pharmaceutical company seeks to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs by analyzing its value chain to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.

Example

Assessing a retail company's competitive positioning by comparing its pricing and value proposition against competitors to identify optimal strategic positioning.

Scenario

A retail business evaluates its price-quality ratio in comparison to competitors to find a unique market position that attracts a specific customer segment.

Example

Examining the alignment between strategy, structure, systems, shared values, skills, style, and staff within a technology startup to ensure coherence in pursuing growth objectives.

Scenario

A technology startup undergoing rapid growth uses the McKinsey’s 7S framework to ensure that its organizational elements are aligned and supportive of its strategic goals.

Example

Conducting a SWOT analysis for a renewable energy company to identify its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in the context of a shifting regulatory and competitive landscape.

Scenario

A renewable energy company considers expanding its operations and uses SWOT analysis to assess internal capabilities and external market conditions.