Preliminary Strategy Audit
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The end result of this course is developing a strategy audit. In this module, you will outline and draft a preliminary framework for your final product. This provides you with the opportunity to get feedback before a final submission._x000D_
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In Module 1, you reviewed the instructions for the capstone strategy audit assignment and grading rubric due in Module 5. By now, you have completed the following steps:_x000D_
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Identified the organization for your report_x000D_
Interviewed at least one key mid-level or senior-level manager_x000D_
Created a market position analysis_x000D_
Conducted an external environmental scan in preparation of your final report and presentation_x000D_
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In this assignment, you will generate a preliminary strategy audit in preparation for your final course project._x000D_
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Prepare a report that includes the following:_x000D_
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In preparation for your course project, prepare the preliminary strategy audit using the tools and framework you have focused on so far including the following:_x000D_
Analysis of the company value proposition, market position, and competitive advantage_x000D_
External environmental scan/five forces analysis_x000D_
Identify the most important (5–7) strategic issues facing the organization or business unit._x000D_
You may modify the strategic issues in your final report based on the additional analysis you will conduct in the next module as well as the feedback you receive on this paper from your instructor._x000D_
Keep in mind that it is important to look at the strategic issue(s) from more than just one perspective in the business unit or company—speak to or research the issue from more than one angle to offer a 360-degree approach that does not cause more problems or issues._x000D_
Strategic issues arise from a mismatch between internal capabilities and external trends such that important opportunities are not being pursued or significant external threats are not being addressed under the current strategy._x000D_
Include a preliminary set of recommended tactics for improving your company’s strategic alignment and operating performance._x000D_
You may modify these recommendations in your final report based on the additional analysis you will conduct in the next module as well as the feedback you receive on this paper from your instructor._x000D_
Keep in mind that recommendations can include, but are not limited to, tactics in marketing, branding, alliances, mergers and acquisitions, integration, product development, diversification or divestiture, and globalization. If you recommend your company to go global, you must include a supply chain analysis and an analysis of your firm’s global capabilities._x000D_
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Write your report as though you are a consultant to your company and are addressing the executive officers of this company._x000D_
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Write a 7–10-page report in Word format. Make sure your writing is clear, concise, and in an organized manner; demonstrates ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; and displays accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation._x000D_
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Use the following format for your report:_x000D_
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Cover page_x000D_
Executive summary/abstract_x000D_
Table of contents_x000D_
Introduction to company (each subsection should be an assessment)_x000D_
Value proposition_x000D_
Market position_x000D_
Competitive advantage_x000D_
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External environmental scan/five forces analysis_x000D_
Current environment_x000D_
Assessment of external factors applying five forces_x000D_
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Strategic issues (label each issue and provide a header and the reason for why it is an issue)_x000D_
Summary/key findings and recommendations_x000D_
References_x000D_
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Apply APA standards to citation of sources._x000D_
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