Question

After 8 years of working for a company that installed underground sprinkling systems for golf courses, Trevor was ready to venture into his own business. As he prepared his SWOT analysis, he evaluated where he stood at this time. He was fortunate to have $100,000 financing to get the business under way. He knew of three skilled installers who were willing and interested to work for him, and he was aware that new construction was at an all-time low, with several residential properties being foreclosed. In reviewing his list, you would categorize these events as
A. three opportunities and one threat.
B. two strengths and one threat.
C. two strengths and one opportunity.
D. three opportunities and one weakness.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. two strengths and one threat

Explanation:

SWOT is an acronym that stands for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.

SWOT analysis helps an organization assess it's competitive position and devise strategies accordingly. Such an analysis aids an enterprise in decision making and planning.

In the given case, availability of finance/capital conveys strength and so does availability of skilled installers.

The construction activity being at an all time low with residential properties being foreclosed depicts a threat.

Thus, the given scenario represents two strengths and one threat.