Complete a growth-share (BCG) matrix for Amazon inc., along with a preparation worksheet in which you assess information for the matrix.

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Complete a growth-share (BCG) matrix for Amazon inc., along with a preparation worksheet in which you assess information for the matrix.

Introduction

A BCG matrix, also known as a growth-share matrix, identifies departments and divisions within an organization that should receive fewer resources than others. It may also identify divisions that can be divested.

Every organization needs to communicate clear objectives. Analytical tools like BCG, a Boston Consulting Group evaluation of relative market share position and industry sales growth rate, and grand strategy matrix, a four-block model that recommends strategies based on competitive position and industry market growth, can improve the quality of strategic decisions, but leaders must make these choices. Behavioral, cultural, and political aspects of the process and selection are important to manage. Boards of directors are assuming a more active role in strategy because of legal pressures.

Analyze Amazon’s inc. multiple departments and divisions. For example, Apple would likely be considered to have multiple divisions, such as those associated with iTunes, iPods, iPhones, iPads, and Mac computers.

Assess your chosen organization’s key divisions. To do this, place five column headings at the top of a worksheet. Title the columns as follows: Divisions, Revenues, Profits, Market Share Position, and Industry Growth Rate. Assess your organization’s key divisions in each of these five categories. This information will help provide the foundation necessary to successfully complete a BCG matrix. Submit this worksheet as one of the deliverables for this assessment.

Use the BCG Matrix Template [DOC] linked above to complete a BCG matrix for Amazon inc. You might find it interesting and useful to compare and discuss your results with people from the organization.