Conduct a business performance evaluation of a given company along the 4 dimensions of performance which are superior quality, superior innovation, superior customers responsiveness and superior productivity. Follow the guidelines below, as a minimum. You may add additional areas of investigation if you wish. Your findings should be documented in a 30+ page report, approximately. APA format is required. As a conclusion to your “performance audit”, develop a matrix, along the 4 dimensions of performance and give your company a final grade (A, B, C, D, or F). This project is designed to familiarize you in applying an evaluation method, or business performance audit, leveraging the knowledge to EVA (economic value added).
Business performance evaluation of company___________
Evaluate how effectively your company has executed the strategies management has publicly announced. If the strategy was to grow in global markets, for example, has the company achieved that objective, profitably?
Strategy development and execution dimension
In adding value to its business model and operations, does the company show a positive trend in its value, through capitalization, as perceived by shareholders ?
Valuation and performance metrics.
Has the company excelled in its business practices, or processes, thus gaining a competitive edge based on quality of products or services? Also examine its cost structure
Business process improvement
Is the company recognized as an innovation force within its industry? Has that innovation translated into superior profitability? Examine product design announcements
Innovation and continuous adaptation
Prepare your performance matrix, and grade the company in every area, as indicated above, and assign a final grade.