of success. SWOT Analysis – Now that you know about the organization you will ne

of success.
SWOT Analysis – Now that you know about the organization you will need to complete a SWOT analysis on the organization, discussing both internal and external factors.
Internal Factors
Strengths (What does this organization do well? Some examples might include a positive reputation, strong financials, access to resources, technology, etc.)
Weaknesses (What challenges could prevent this organization from realizing their vision? Some examples might be an aging infrastructure, pending lawsuit, scandal or ethical issues, leadership instability, financial difficulties, etc.)
External Factors
Opportunities (What possibilities are available to help this organization meet its vision and goals? Some examples might include consumer need, new techniques/technologies, possible mergers or new partnerships, etc.)
Threats (What outside obstacles might impact this organization and impede their survival, or growth and advancement? Some examples might be new competitors, new regulations, weak economy, change in culture, politics, accessibility, etc.)
Recommendations – This is your opportunity to use your management training and make some recommendations based on your analysis. Consider strategic planning, resource assessment, new or advancing implementation, changes in practice and evaluation. You may have many recommendations, but focus in on 2-3 specific areas. Use your credible research to support your recommendations.
Conclusion – Conclude your paper with a brief paragraph discussing new insights you have gained regarding this organization, and how these insights can be applied to strategic planning, and utilized by management.