Instruction
Task 1
In your SWOT, identify the internal and external factors such as, the strengths and weaknesses, opportunities
and threats that impact the success and operation of the business. In addition, you are required to provide on a
separate sheet a detailed explanation including the following factors and examine how such factors can affect
the operation of the business making references to information in the case study (AC 1.1, AC 2.1):
Characteristics of the business that give it an advantage over others in the industry.
Characteristics that place the firm at a disadvantage relative to others.
Chances to make greater profits in the environment - External attractive factors
External elements in the environment that could cause trouble for the business
Task 2
Johnson Matthey is planning to grow and expand their operation more globally. The company will need to
understand the market condition in order to meet customer requirements. Analyse the market condition in
relation to opportunities and threats that could impact customer behaviour/perception of the company. The
factors to be considered could be based on the impact of the following:
Brand name
Image and history of the company
Competitors
Customer preferences