MGMT 490

Staples Final

*Internal Analysis (15 points)

1. Briefly describe the purpose of this section (what will the reader get out of this section)
2. Strengths
   1. Identify 5 strengths
      1. Briefly describe each strength
      2. How does each strength relate to the purpose of the case?
   2. Which strength(s) is (are) a core competency(ies)? Use VRIO analysis to identify
3. Weaknesses
   1. Identify 5 weaknesses
      1. Briefly describe each weakness
      2. How does each weakness relate to the purpose of the case?
4. Prepare and IFAS table
   1. What is this table and why are you using it here?
   2. You don't need to explain about weighted scale models again

*Strategy Formulation (15 points)

1. Briefly describe the purpose of this section (what will the reader get out of this section)
2. Introduce the SFAS table
   1. What is this table and why are you using it here?
   2. How was it derived?
3. Based on factors from the SFAS table - prepare 3-5 alternative strategies for Staples to pursue.
4. Each strategy should include
   1. One sentence stating the strategic alternative (what it is)
   2. 1-2 sentences describing the alternative (how it would work)
   3. At least 1 pro and 1 con for each
5. Explain how your recommendation addresses:
   1. Mutual exclusivity
   2. Success
   3. Completeness (formerly How does this strategy(ies) address the purpose of the case?)
   4. Internal consistency.
6. What performance measure(s) do you suggest Staples use to measure the success of the strategy you recommend?