This is class discussion post. Part A -respond to the prompt below in a minimum of 175 words. Cons ...
This is class discussion post. Part A -respond to the prompt below in a minimum of 175 words. Consider a company with global operations with which you are familiar. Use the PESTEL analysis framework discussed in this week’s readings to answer the following questions: Please see reading pestel attached What might be in the organization’s external, general, or industry environment that would, or should, influence strategic planning for that company? How does using the PESTEL framework help you evaluate the competitive advantages for your selected company? Part B - Reply to these two classmate's statements below whether you agree or disagree. State why and explain. or your faculty member. Be constructive and professional. You will respond in 100 words each statement. 1)Hello class, The global operation that I have decided to choose is Domino's. It's an industry that falls under foodservice franchising. Domino's Pizza, Inc. is one of the major pizza delivery companies in the world. Pizza restaurant chain engaged in providing pizza delivery and carryout services as well as dine-in services through its restaurants. The company offers its customers a wide range of pizzas products with varying crusts and sizes, pasta-based dishes, chicken wings, boneless chicken, oven-baked sandwiches, bread side items, soft drinks and desserts. It operates through a network of over 18,800 locations in more than 90 countries around the world as of January 2022. The company classifies its operations through three business segments: Supply Chain, U.S. stores and International Franchise. They have expanded beyond the United States, with a large number of international stores. (Copyright of Travel & Tourism Industry Profile: New Zealand is the property of MarketLine, a Progressive Digital Media business and its content may not be copied or emailed to multiple sites or posted to a listserv without the copyright holder's express written permission. However, users may print, download, or email articles for individual use.) I find there are several influence strategic planning for the company. The technological factor trade tensions, regional conflicts, and pandemics have highlighted the industry's reliance on supply chains and the risks of disruptions. Rising inflation has increased Intel's production costs and slowed consumer spending on electronic devices, negatively impacting the company's revenue and profits. Social Factors: workforce diversity has been front and center of every organization. Intel needs to continue to work on improving its diversity. Remote work, and growing dependence on technology has been also driving demand for Intel's products. Opportunities Increasing customer adoption of digital ordering system could drive the company's top-line growth Increasing emphasis on international growth trends in the US restaurants industry will and Social factors internal characteristics strength of the company that gives it an advantage over others in the industry will be the Economic, Strong brand awareness providing Domino's with distinct competitive advantage Focused business model and menu maximizing economies of scale Internal dough manufacturing and supply chain system enhancing quality and consistency of Domino's products Wide geographic presence providing leadership position (Published in: Domino's Pizza, Inc. SWOT Analysis,09/29/2015 Database: Business Source Complete) The PESTEL framework helped me to evaluate the competitive advantages for my organization external forces through these strategic planning. The SOAR Framework for competitor analysis Five Forces Model of competition strategy making developed as Michael Porter quote, McGraw Hill. PESTEL analysis is defined as a thorough review of external factors of the business environment in which the company operation was helpful evaluating the competitive advantages. Reference Domino's Pizza Enterprises Ltd. (2025). In Gale Business: Insights. Gale, part of Cengage Group. https://link.gale.com/apps/doc/VGRNMG066848905/GBI... Conduct a PESTEL Analysis. (2025). Retrieved from www.library.phoenix.edu: https://library.phoenix.edu/pestel_analysis 2)Hello everyone, Takeda Pharmaceutical is an international company with headquarters in Japan. It operates within a highly regulated dynamic sector. The PESTEL framework is applicable in giving valuable information concerning the external elements influencing the company's strategic planning. Takeda should politically analyze different healthcare regulations of the government and processes involved in approving drugs in regions such as Europe, Asia, and the United States. The company should also look into its economic environment by considering inflation and fluctuations of the currencies to understand their effects on the revenue streams because its operations involve emerging and developed nations (DuVal, 2022). It should also look into the sociocultural determinants, including the population of older adults and the trends within mental health with the shaping of personalized treatment for therapeutic activities such as neuroscience or oncology. The company should also consider emerging advancements in the technology environment, including artificial intelligence and its applications in biotechnological and digital healthcare opportunities. It will help the company develop strategic partnerships with the research institutions. Takeda should also consider the environmental factors influencing its operations, such as sustainability programs with the risks involved in climate change that can manipulate the decisions on the production and supply of its products. Thus, the PESTEL framework will help acknowledge the available opportunities and threats within its operations to align with the regulations, sustainability, and compliance with global trends. References DuVal, B. (2022). Takeda Pharmaceutical Rare Hematology Strategic Audit.
