• Analyzes the basic legal, social, and economic environment in which the organizations operate
• Analyzes the managerial, operational, and financial issues impacting the organizations including:
o Company Culture and Performance
o Promotion Policies
o Strategic Decisions Making
o Decision-Making Style
o Management Style
o Leadership Style
o Communication Style
o Use of SWOT Tool
o Operations Strategy Framework
• Analyzes the impact of potential change factors as they relate to the functions of management for both organizations including:
o Changing External Conditions