Features & Benefits
A unique approach with a
'road map' in the first section providing key questions to be asked
Provides a clear and robust
framework for carrying out strategic analysis
Ideal for students tackling
case study analysis
CD-ROM included
Strategic Business Analysis
shows students how to carry out a strategic analysis of a business, with clear guidelines
on where and how to apply the core strategic techniques and models that are the integral
tools of strategic management.
The authors identify the key questions in strategic analysis and provide an understandable
framework for answering these questions.
Several case studies are used to focus understanding and enable a more thorough analysis
of the concepts and issues, especially useful for students involved with case study
analysis.
Accompanying the text is a CD-Rom containing the models, tutorial guidance, and a
PowerPoint presentation. A blank template is provided for each model, enabling students to
actively interact and enter their own data - an effective 'what if...' facility. This will
enable students to appreciate the limitations as well as the advantages of the strategic
models.
Contents
Introduction; A framework
for strategic management; The big questions in strategic management; Where is the
organization now?; What options open are possible for this organization?; What is the best
way forward for the organization?; How can this be achieved?; The models and theories of
strategic management; Defining and analyzing industries and organization environments;
Strategic management style and organization structure; Financial analysis and appraisal;
Portfolio Analysis; Dimensions of product and service advantage; Capabilities and
competencies: sources of market advantage; Using the supply chain to get competitive
advantage; Dominant logic, paradigms and strategic effectiveness; Strategy development
process; Managing change and organization leadership; Using a balanced score card;
Developing a business plan; Software support for strategic analysis; Case studies and
their analysis; How to analyze case studies; William Morrison Supermarkets PLC; AB Machine
Tools; Alpha Toiletries; Delamere Pottery; Snacks and Nibbles; References; Index.
262 pages+CD