Conduct research and write an 8 to 10‐page paper addressing each of the topics/questions below.
Use the topics as headings to format the paper
o The cover sheet, illustrations, pictures, long or multiple quotations will not count toward the 8
to 10‐page requirement
• At least 1 reference of an academic or scholarly source is required for this team paper. You are
expected to use academic sources such as FSCJ’s Library and Learning Commons peer‐reviewed
database or Internet sources, such as: “.org”, “.edu”, “.mil”, “.gov.” Sources not allowed are Wikipedia,
Dictionaries, wikis, or blogs.
• Use APA writing style for in‐text citations and each reference source that you use. Remember, all
wording that is not your own must be cited. For APA writing assistance, select “Tools & Resources”on
the Blackboard course menu, and then select “Writing Resources.” Select APAStyle.
o Limit the use of direct quotes. Direct quotes should not exceed ½ page in total. Deductions will
result if this rule is violated.
• Use 12‐point Times New Roman font, 1‐inch margins, and double‐spacing
questions must be answered
• Brief organizationalhistory
• Current performance and strategicposture
• Describe the Opportunities and Threats of the External Environment
• Describe the Strengths and Weaknesses of the Internal Environment
• Analyze the strategic factors of theorganization
• What is the organization’s staffingpractices?
• What types of marketing strategies are effective?
• How does technology impact thebusiness?
• Where does the organization rate in themarket?
• Recommendationsfor improvementsto increase marketshare
• Is the organization operating in an ethicalmanner?