A value chain analysis is broken down into the following three key stages:

a) 1) analyze activities, 2) analyze value, and 3) evaluate and plan

b) 1) analysis planning, 2) analysis overview, and 3) evaluation and planning

c) 1) coordination, 2) organization, and 3) strategizing

d) 1) analysis, 2) evaluation, and 3) monitoring

e) 1) analysis activities, 2) value chain analysis, and 3) strategy implementation