Part I, worth 10 bonus points: Create a document, 1 page max (singled spaced), that addresses either 1) Diversification, 2) Integration, or 3) Internationalization option for your company in your Strategic Report. You must address the following items for full credit (and points will be deducted for unprofessional writing):
Discuss the Option you choose: Utilize the slides and/or book, to define the option and identify in general the advantages (benefits) and disadvantages (costs/risks) to the option. Be sure to cite the Class #, Slide # or the Book and pg. number for any direct facts or quotes!
Identify what opportunity recommendation you are specifically making for your company. For example, what type of diversification, who/what should your commany look to acquire, or what country(s) should your company expand to? Optionally, you could also recommend the opposite (divest / exit) from an industry, business unit, or country. Provide details of why and align it with the advantages/disadvantages identified in the first paragraph.
Provide and describe at least one implementation suggestion. How will the company know it will be successful in implementing your proposed recommendation? How should they measure success and what actions should they take to ensure it?
