Assignment: Strategic Planning and Implementation
Read "Case Chipotle Mexican Grill's Strategy in 2018: Will the New CEO Be Able to Rebuild Customer Trust and Revive Sales Growth?" in your Connect textbook.
Write a 350 to 700 words response that addresses the following questions:
a. What factors contributed to the loss of confidence in the Chipotle brand?
b. Do the actions taken to-date present a strategy that would improve consumer trust? Why or why not?
c. Consider Chipotle's competitors. How does Chipotle's internal environment compare to the internal environment of one of its competitors? Based on this analysis, what is the probability that the strategic moves implemented by Chipotle would lead to a sustainable competitive advantage? Explain.
d. What additional recommendations would you make for Chipotle to gain consumer trust and reclaim a leadership role in the fast-food industry? Provide justification for your response.
e. Based on the information presented in this case study, what kind of business strategy would you suggest to help Chipotle achieve a competitive advantage?
Format your assignment according to the give formatting requirements:
a. The answer must be double spaced, typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
b. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the course title, the student's name, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
c. Also include a reference page. The references and Citations should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.