Asos, an online fashion retailer that owns Topshop and Topman is a well-established retail business specializing in high-end fashion apparel. The company has been in operation for several years and has built a strong customer base. However, in recent times, they have experienced a decline in sales and are facing challenges in maintaining profitability as it has reported a substantial loss of almost £32m in 12 months. This starkly contrasts last year's profit of £177m. The company's management is afraid of further cuts in sales and profitability. With improved sales and revenue, Asos could reverse its losses and achieve profitability. Key Stakeholders are; Sales and Marketing Team, Finance Department, Store Manager and Customers.       Question: Provide a brief introduction to the situation analysis - why it's important, how will it be conducted, what tools will be used, and state the tools' limitations.

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Introduction to Situation Analysis The situation analysis is a critical process that helps organizations like Asos understand their current business environment identify challenges and uncover opportu... View the full answer