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Competition Analysis

The document discusses competition analysis as a vital component of strategic management, emphasizing its role in understanding competitors and market dynamics. It outlines the importance, components, tools, benefits, challenges, and limitations of competitive analysis. Key outcomes include improved decision-making, strategic planning, and gaining a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

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Competition Analysis

The document discusses competition analysis as a vital component of strategic management, emphasizing its role in understanding competitors and market dynamics. It outlines the importance, components, tools, benefits, challenges, and limitations of competitive analysis. Key outcomes include improved decision-making, strategic planning, and gaining a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

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Submitted by Areej BBA-22-40

Mahnoor Fatima BBA-22-80


Hina Iqbal BBA-22-106
Rida Waheed BBA-22-52
Maria Arshad BBA-22-26
Hamna azhar BBA-22-54

Section B
Subject Management information system
Submitted to Ma'am Iqra
IMS
Department
Competition analysis in
strategic management
What is competition analysis
Competition analysis is a crucial aspect of strategic
management that involves a thorough examination of your
competitors to gain valuable insights and formulate
effective strategies. It goes beyond simply identifying your
rivals; it delves into understanding their strengths,
weaknesses, market share, pricing strategies, and
marketing tactics. By analyzing this information, you can
identify opportunities to differentiate your offerings, gain a
competitive advantage, and ultimately achieve success in
the marketplace.
Importance of competitive analysis in strategic
management

Competitive analysis is crucial in strategic management as it helps organizations


understand their competitors, market dynamics, and potential opportunities
and threats. Here are some key importance of competitive analysis:
1. Understanding competitors: Analyzing competitors' strengths, weaknesses,
strategies, and market positions.
2. Identifying market gaps: Recognizing areas for differentiation and
innovation.
3. Informing strategic decisions: Providing insights for resource allocation,
market positioning, and competitive advantage.
4. Anticipating threats : Identifying potential risks and opportunities.
5. Improving competitiveness: Enhancing organizational performance and
market share.
Components of
competitive analysis
1. Competitor Identification
2. Competitor profiling
3. Market analysis
4. SWOT analysis
Tools and techniques for competition analysis

1. Porter's five forces

2. Competitor profiling templates


3. Market research reports

4. Social media monitoring


Benefits of competition
analysis
1. Identifying market opportunities
2. Informed decision making
3. Competitive advantage
4. Anticipates competitor move
5. Improves market strategies
6. Better resource allocation
7. Increased market share
Challenges and
limitations of
competitive analysis
Challenges
1. Data collection 3. Competitor
Identification

2. Information overload 4. Keeping up to date


Limitations
. Limited insights into competitors future plan
. Difficulty in analyzing private companies
. Biased assumptions
. Overemphasize on Competitors

These challenges and limitations highlight the importance of


conducting thorough and ongoing competitive analysis to
stay informed and adapt to changing market conditions.
Key Outcomes
1. Deeper understanding of competitors
2. More effective strategic planning
3. Improved decision-making
4. Increased adaptability
5. Competitive advantage

By conducting competitive analysis, organizations can gain valuable


insights to drive strategic decision-making and stay ahead in the
market.

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