he second module assignment is your creating a strategic plan for Datavantage

based based on the case studies noted in module I, internet research, and a review of the company's website and annual report when available.

Conduct your review and evaluation and then submit you strategic plan as follows:

Part $1$: An environmental scan $($PEST analysis with specific facts; Stakeholder analysis; SWOT$/$TOWS matrix $($see relevant document$)$; competitive $($see exhibit $4\mathrm{.}5$ in Marcus & Cohen$)$ and five force analysis; and VRIO analysis $($see exhibit $3\mathrm{.}3$ in Marcus and Cohen$).$

Part $2$: Your thoughts as to strategies to be used in creating a success business proposition. i$.$e$.$ selection of the innovation strategy; organizational processes to support the innovation; organizational culture and structure; and major milestones to support the innovation $($work package$)$ and score sheet and portfolio management $($bubble diagram$).$

Part $3$: A comprehensive strategic audit $($or balanced score card$)$ and contingency plans and budget.

Part $4)$: Submission of the executive summary, table of contents and references sheet, i$.$e$.$ your sources of information in crafting your evaluation.