Strategy Concept
How do Firms Develop a Strategy?
Analysis
Decisions
Actions
What is Strategy?
Strategy takes the form of a pattern or theme that is reflected in the various decisions and actions that are taken by a firm over time
What Drives Strategy?
Mission
SPECIFIES PURPOSE
Should focus on
• Who are we? • What do we do? • Why are we here?
What Drives Strategy?
Mission
For QVC, this could be to provide a quality home shopping experience to consumers
What Drives Strategy?
Vision
PROVIDES DIRECTION
• Should specify strategic focus
• Should maintain enough flexibility
• Should be easy to communicate
What Drives Strategy?
Vision
For QVC, this could be to encourage consumers to make impulsive purchases
This can be achieved in many ways, such as by offering exclusive, quality products in an entertaining and informative manner
QVC
Unique & Easy Credit
Exclusive Plan
Products
Quick
Celebrity Delivery
Hosted Shows IMPULSE Money Back
Instant BUYING Guarantee
Purchase
Method Established Reputation &
Demonstrations Trustworthiness
& Endorsements
What Drives Strategy?
OBJECTIVES
REPRESENT PERFORMANCE TARGETS
• Should be quantatifiable, measurable
• Should specify deadlines
• Should be comprehensive
What Drives Strategy?
OBJECTIVES
For QVC, this could be
• to reach XX households by 2012