Question: Write a TOWS matrix (3 SO, 3 ST, 3 WO, and 3 WT potential recommendations) for the following SWAT Analysis. See the attached: Strengths Weaknesses

Write a TOWS matrix (3 SO, 3 ST, 3 WO, and 3 WT potential recommendations) for the following SWAT Analysis.

See the attached:

Strengths Weaknesses Opportunities Threats
Well-trained staff with most employees having at least 5 years of experience with the company Lack of facility space to showcase all products and services Expand existing facilities Limited financial resources to expand significantly
Well-defined and industry-leading distribution network for acquiring supplies to perform jobs and tasks Lack of storage space to house inventory Purchase and expand into new facilities Limited human resources to expand without potentially damaging existing levels of service
Strong partnerships throughout the supply chain Outdated technology for inventory replenishment Purchase more warehousing space Competition offering better compensation
Well-received customer service from employees Lack of policy manuals for consistent training; employees just learn from job shadowing/mentorship Purchase better technology to manage inventory Competition has more facility space
Mentorship program for new employees Lack of fundamental resource allocation system to track all resources effectively Update technologies related to resource management and budgeting Competition has more inventory and a wider array of product offerings
Strong history of current employees training new employees effectively Inefficient scheduling system for hourly employees Update training manuals to provide better consistency in outcomes and processes New technology requires new learning/training
Loyal employees due to history of promoting from within No standardized quality control system for customer service Seek out new roles for existing supply chain partners to outsource other business functions Supply chain partners may seek exclusive arrangements with competitors
Employees are masters of their existing technology and know the current system very well Employee compensation is below industry average
Hire and train additional employees
Automation may blunt the importance of employee skills

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