Topic: Procter & Gamble

Procter & Gamble company

- State the company name, website address, and industry

- Briefly describe the company. What is their primary business, who were the officers? list the companys current CEO, total sales, and profit or loss for the last year where data is available. Identify key events or phases in the companys history. Describe the performance of this company in the industry.

- ANALYSIS VIA PORTERS FIVE FORCES MODEL: Analyze the competitive environment by listing the threat of new entrants, the bargaining power of buyers, the bargaining power of suppliers, the threat of substitute products and services, and the intensity of rivalry among competitors in the industry

- STRATEGY USED: How does this company create and sustain a competitive advantage? What strategy from the readings was undertaken by this company? Were they successful? Can all companies use this strategy? How is the strategy affected by the life cycle in the industry?

- Specific STRATEGY(S):

Choose two specific strategies from this list.

Related Diversification

Achieving Competitive Advantage

Entry Mode

Entrepreneurial Strategy

Creating Ambidextrous Organization Designs

Leadership

Apply them in detail to the organization. Be sure to think strategically and show the results clearly. Use the strategy as a sub-header for each section so it is clear what is being applied

COURSE OF ACTION RECOMMENDED:

If you were in a position to advise this company, what strategy would you recommend to sustain competitive advantage and achieve future growth? Be specific and list the steps the company should take for successful implementation of your course of action