Efficiency has the ability to move an entity in either a negative or positive position.

1. Assess the efficiency of Woolworths Holdings Limited in South Africa by using at least 3 indicators.
2. Provide a detailed discussion of where Woolworths Holdings Limited is at over the last few years as well as when compared to industry indicators.
3. In your understanding, what can be done to further improve the efficiency of the entity?

Note: When (if) calculating ratios, you may use the company prior year ratios as indicators along with verified industry standards to compare and discuss. If industry standards are not obtainable, select an entity that is similar to your entity to compare to your company ratios.