Prince Edward Island Case Study

Prince Edward Island Case Study

Case Studies Expectation - Students will work in groups to analyze a series of cases involving current topics in management and submit a written analysis of each case study. Students are expected to apply relevant strategic management concepts, critical and analytical thinking when completing case studies. This is not a summary of the cases.

Instructions - Read the case study and complete a full analysis by answering the questions below. Be sure to conduct a situational analysis by looking at both the external and internal environments and creating business strategy when formulating your answers. Some key considerations:

The VRINE Model

Dynamic Capabilities and Strategic Change

The Value Chain

Business Strategy

Case Questions

1. Prince Edward Island Preserves Co. (PEIPC) has expanded to include several products utilizing various distribution channels. In fact, there are now two distinct divisions within the company: a) Manufacturing and Retail and b) Restaurant Operation.

a) Identify key resources being utilized for current operations. Using the VRINE model, evaluate the resources identified above related to how likely they are to contribute to competitive advantage for PEIPC.

b) What, if anything can PEIPsC do to protect or increase the competitive edge of the resources you have identified?

2. Use the information from the case to consider internal and external factors affecting PEIPC and develop a SWOT analysis for the company.

3. Given the resources available, the company's financial position, and the competitive environment, what might be done to improve current organizational efficiency and effectiveness, and what growth opportunities are available to the Prince Edward Island Preserve Company?

4. Bruce MacNaughton has asked you/your team to help him evaluate strategic options for the Prince Edward Island Preserve Co. Use the analysis you've conducted above and your general knowledge of good business practices to create recommendations for MacNaughton to consider. MacNaughton has introduced two ideas of his own and your analysis should include a critic of them as well.

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