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SWOT Analysis & Example

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A SWOT analysis is designed to analyze a business within a competitive environment by identifying internal strengths and weaknesses along with external opportunities and threats.

Below is an explanation and the next page will have an example that will walk you through the process of building a SWOT Analysis!

NAME OF COMPANY HERE

Strengths

Strengths are internal and relate to advantages that a company has.
These help a company achieve its objectives.

Ex. Strong Supply Chain, Many Locations, Offers In-store and Online Shopping
Weakness

Weaknesses are internal and relate to drawbacks that a company has. These prevent a company from meeting its objectives.

Ex. Aging Infrastructure, Outdated Technology
Opportunities

Opportunities are external and are potential events that can positively impact the company.

Ex. Increase in Demand for a Company's Products, Potential Partnerships, Lift in Trade Restrictions
Threats

Threats are external and are potential events that may negatively impact the company.

Ex. New Competitor Forms, Negative Weather Conditions, and New Laws/Regulations Threatening the Business

Example SWOT Analysis

Below is an example of a SWOT analysis.

Please note the example below is a general guideline to how this type of analysis is conducted and may not meet specific assignment guidelines. Always read your rubric for what to deliver!

Company: Walmart

Strengths

  • Abundance of locations
  • Offers low prices compared to competitors
  • Increases convenience to customers due to variety of products in numerous categories
  • Partnerships with businesses to provide services in stores

Weaknesses

  • Online presence lacking
  • Negative perceptions of the brand in relation to business practices
  • Little offerings in specialty products and poor perceptions of products' quality 

Opportunities

  • Expanding digital footprint and adding more stores due to consumer demand
  • Partnerships with brands to offer exclusive products
  • Providing products and services to consumers to help ease of access during the pandemic

Threats

  • COVID-19's impact on the supply chain
  • Potential minimum wage increase
  • Digital competitors entering the market-space
  • Shifting customer preference to online shopping
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