SWOT analyses are designed to help you fully understand the different circumstances an organization or venture faces, or may face, which provides valuable insight into the many different facets of business management. Conducting a good SWOT analysis is as easy as just listing the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats, but what if you don’t know what exactly each of … [Read more...] about SWOT Analysis Strengths: Definition & Examples
SWOT Examples
A SWOT Analysis of The UK
In this article, we’ll be carrying out a SWOT analysis on the United Kingdom, which we just finished a PEST analysis on last week. SWOT analyses look at the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats of a business venture, company or even -- as in this case -- a country (or at least its economic opportunities)! This analysis will provide insight into the future success … [Read more...] about A SWOT Analysis of The UK
SWOT Analysis of Canada
Canada is the country of multiculturalism, gorgeous forestry landscapes, and a generous supply of oil. In this short SWOT analysis, information related to the country’s niche markets, exports, and the biggest cause of economic concern will be addressed by examining Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats of Canada. Strengths Entrepreneurial support: The Canadian … [Read more...] about SWOT Analysis of Canada
SWOT Analysis of Panasonic
Panasonic is one of the world’s largest multinational consumer electronics corporations. Having been founded almost a century ago (1918), Panasonic now ranks in as the 7th largest consumer electronics company in the world, by sales [1]. This short SWOT analysis should tell you everything you need to know about the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats of … [Read more...] about SWOT Analysis of Panasonic
SWOT Analysis of Starbucks, the World’s Leading Coffeehouse Chain
Starbucks (formally known as Starbucks Corporation) is the world’s largest coffeehouse chain, operating over 20,000 locations worldwide [1]. Since the chain’s foundation in Seattle in 1971, Starbucks has been serving up hot and cold beverages (primarily coffee) as well as snacks. More recently, this transnational company has expanded into selling branded products such as … [Read more...] about SWOT Analysis of Starbucks, the World’s Leading Coffeehouse Chain
A SWOT Analysis of Microsoft
With their products’ ubiquity in our everyday lives, Microsoft needs no introduction. This massive multinational technology corporation ranks 5th in the world’s largest companies by market value [1], and is the number one software creator across the globe, so they must be doing something right. This SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) should provide … [Read more...] about A SWOT Analysis of Microsoft
SWOT Analysis of Best Buy
Best Buy Co. (NYSE: BBY) is the largest operator of consumer electronics stores in the United States, with 1,779 locations and $39.49 billion in revenue as of July 31, 2015. Best Buy is also a major player in the world of ecommerce; BestBuy.com was the sixth largest ecommerce website in the United States, with 31 million users a month, according to Statista.[1] Best Buy is one … [Read more...] about SWOT Analysis of Best Buy
SWOT Analysis of Ford Motor Company
Ford (NYSE: F) is one of the oldest and most iconic automobile manufacturers in the world. The company’s founder, Henry Ford, is widely credited with launching the modern automobile industry by creating a mass market for cars. Ford is currently ranked the fifth most valuable automotive brand in the world by Statista[1] and the seventh largest car manufacturer by Forbes.[2] It … [Read more...] about SWOT Analysis of Ford Motor Company
SWOT analysis of Target Corporation
Target Corporation (NYSE: TGT) is the third largest “big box” discount store operator in the United States after Walmart Stores Inc. and Costco Wholesale. Unlike Walmart and Costco, Target has no significant operations outside the United States. Target suffered heavy losses from a poorly planned and badly executed expansion into Canada, its first attempt to operate outside the … [Read more...] about SWOT analysis of Target Corporation
SWOT analysis of Samsung
Samsung Electronics Co. Limited (OTC: SSNLF) is actually the consumer electronics subsidiary of the Samsung Group, a conglomerate based in Suwon, South Korea. Outside of Korea, Samsung is best known as the world’s largest manufacturer of mobile phones and smartphones, including the highly popular and successful Galaxy. It is also the world’s largest manufacturer of televisions … [Read more...] about SWOT analysis of Samsung