Question

Categorize each of the following items as an S-strength, W-weakness, O-opportunity, or T-threat. " WALMART SWOT ANALYSIS"

Answer 1

Answer:

Established Name Brand - S - Brings in more customers

Low Prices(Low Cost Leadership ) - S - Retaining customers

Unfair Employment Practices - T - Negatively affects the brand image

Pressures Suppliers on Cost - S - Have bargaining power on suppliers

Recession - T - Can bring down customer spending

Other big box retailers(Target) - T - Competition

Small Towns - O - Not many players

International Markets - O  - Growth prospects

Products Made in China - O - Lower prices

Product Safety - S - Retaining customers

Large Purchases (Buy in Bulk) - S - Cost savings

Internet Retailing - O - New growth opportunity

Customer Base - S - Large customer base

No Urban Locations - O - Opportunity to expand

Health Care for Employees - S - Employee satisfaction

Global Presence - S - Large customer base

Price Competition - O - Best in industry

Product Quality  - Retaining customers

Customer service- S - Retaining customers

Distribution/Logistics System - S - Lower costs

One Stop Shop  - S - Retaining customers

In 15 Countries—not in Europe except for United Kingdom  - Opportunity to grow in Europe

Sam’s Club - O - Customer loyalty

Minimum Wage Laws - T - Higher costs

Rising Labor Costs in China - T - Higher costs

Healthcare Costs - T - Higher costs

12% Lower Grocery Prices - S - Cost leadership

Litigation by employees - T - Negatively affects the brand image

Target Superior Merchandising Capability - O - Competition

Community Resistance - T - Negatively affects the brand image

Home Delivery of Goods - O - Growth prospects

Growth of Aldi Food Chain-Europe/North America - T - Competition

Poor Working Conditions - T - Negatively affects the brand image

Dollar stores - T - Competition

Online Retailers  - T - Competition