swot-pestle-analysis

# Strategic Environmental Analysis

Perform strategic environmental analysis using SWOT, PESTLE, and Porter's Five Forces frameworks. Creates structured assessments for competitive positioning and strategic planning.

## What is Strategic Environmental Analysis?

Strategic environmental analysis examines internal and external factors that impact an organization's ability to achieve its objectives. Three complementary frameworks provide different perspectives:

| Framework | Focus | Perspective | Best For |
|-----------|-------|-------------|----------|
| **SWOT** | Internal + External | Organization-centric | Quick strategic assessment |
| **PESTLE** | External macro-environment | Environment-centric | Market entry, regulatory planning |
| **Porter's Five Forces** | Industry dynamics | Competition-centric | Industry attractiveness, positioning |

## Framework 1: SWOT Analysis

### What is SWOT?

SWOT analyzes four dimensions affecting strategic success:

| Dimension | Type | Question | Focus |
|-----------|------|----------|-------|
| **S**trengths | Internal | What do we do well? | Leverage |
| **W**eaknesses | Internal | What do we do poorly? | Improve or mitigate |
| **O**pportunities | External | What trends favor us? | Pursue |
| **T**hreats | External | What could harm us? | Defend against |

### SWOT Workflow

#### Step 1: Define Scope

```markdown
## SWOT Scope Definition

**Subject:** [Organization / Product / Initiative]
**Purpose:** [Strategic decision to inform]
**Time Horizon:** [Current state / 1-year / 3-year]
**Analyst:** swot-analyst
**Date:** [ISO date]
```

#### Step 2: Identify Strengths

Internal capabilities that provide competitive advantage:

| Category | Example Questions |
|----------|-------------------|
| **Resources** | Unique assets? Strong financials? Key partnerships? |
| **Capabilities** | Core competencies? Skilled workforce? Technology? |
| **Market Position** | Brand recognition? Customer loyalty? Market share? |
| **Culture** | I