Complete a case analysis of Microsoft. This requires that you conduct research on Microsoft beyond the case s

 Complete a case analysis of Microsoft. This requires that you conduct research on Microsoft beyond the case study material in the textbook. In the case analysis, you will look at the situational analysis, problem, and alternatives, and you will provide a recommendation. Refer to the instructions below as you construct your analysis.

• Situational Analysis
  
  • Discuss the external environment through the compilation of a PEST (political, economic, sociocultural, and technology) analysis.
  • Discuss the internal and external environment through the compilation of a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) analysis.
• Problem
  • Identify at least one organizational problem that Microsoft is currently having or one that you project it will have in the future. Base this on your research and critical thinking.
• Alternatives
  
  • Compile three or four potential marketing-related solutions to the problem above. Remember that these are potential alternatives; you will not select all of the alternatives to solve the problem.
• Recommendation (Marketing Strategy)
  
  • Select one or two of the alternatives above to solve the problem that you identified in this case analysis.
  • Discuss your rationale for choosing these and not the others. Include supporting research that will increase the depth of your analysis.

  In order to successfully complete Part 2 of this case study, you need to review the video and task learning guides (TLGs) below. The following resources will provide you with the skills to research industries/competitors.Company and Industry Research video (transcript for Company and Industry Research video)
  How to Find Company Information in the Business Source Ultimate Database TLG
  How to Search for Articles With a Company Focus TLGPart 2 must be at least four pages in length. Follow APA Style when creating citations and references for this assignment. Support Part 2 with at least three sources outside of the textbook. As aforementioned, keep in mind that Part 1 and Part 2 will be submitted in one document.