Situation Analysis and Problem Statement: Global Communications
University of Phoenix Situation Analysis and Problem Statement
There are different ways to approach defining the problems facing an organization; the focus needs to be on defining the problem correctly. Thus far in our teachings we have examined the foundations of Problem Based Learning, the 9-Step Problem-Solving Model and Situation Analysis and Problem Statement. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia defines Situation Analysis as "a marketing term that involves evaluating the situation and trends in a particular company 's market. Situation analysis is often called the "three c 's", which refers to the three major elements that must be studied: customers, costs and competition". The Problem or Opportunity Statement is described in the White Paper Defining the Problem: The Critical Step to Realizing Opportunities as "developing a problem statement that will enable a leader to create value" and involved 5 steps: 1) Scan the environments thoroughly with the intent to move forward and create value, 2) Turn problems into opportunities, 3) Write a statement that allows for many possible solutions, 4) Make it motivational and 5) Make it clear and simple.
The context of the paper will examine the Case Study of Global Communication and start with a situation analysis by providing a brief background of the scenario, identify the issues and opportunities, explore stakeholder perspectives and ethical dilemmas. Continuing through the problem definition guidelines a Problem Statement will be developed and End State Goals will be identified.
Situation Background (Step 1)
The telecommunications industry is becoming more competitive as cable companies have entered the market offering customers complete solutions to their communication, entertainment and technological needs. This has challenged existing industry leaders to
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