SWOT Analysis, 2 Discussion Questions 250 word minimum for each

ALL WORK MUST BE ORIGINAL AND NO PLAGIARISM. MY SCHOOL USE TURNITIN FOR ALL WORK

1).

Discussion
Topic: SWOT Analysis

Conducting a SWOT analysis is essential in developing
a good marketing plan. Business owners and managers must focus on the strengths
and opportunities to maximize resources and gain competitive advantages.

The strategic goal involves accomplishing these
objectives while avoiding weaknesses and threats. Please read the company
profile article on Spartan Stores®, Inc. (found in Kaplan Online Library).

In this Discussion question, briefly discuss the
strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) noted in the Spartan
Stores, Inc. article and discuss some areas that could be improved.

Reference:

SWOT Analysis. (2012). Spartan Stores, Inc. SWOT
Analysis, 1-9. Retrieved from Business Source Complete database.

2).

Information
Systems in Business Settings

As we move farther into the information age, what factors
should business owners consider in using information technology? What are some
differences that will exist relative to the type of business? What are some
areas within organizations that could be improved using information technology?
What are some negative aspects of using information technology, if any?

Discussion checklist:

Compare the organizational and procedural process
needed to manage information in a:

1. Small
   and medium size service organization
2. Small
   and medium size manufacturing organization
3. A
   multinational organization (operating in multiple countries)