Research Tesla on its own website, the public filings on the Securities and Exchange Commission EDGAR database, the University’s online databases, the Nexis Uni database, and any other sources you can find. The annual report will often provide insights that can help address some of these questions.

QUESTION

Must be done on a Tesla Competitor
Consider the corporation you have selected to use in your first three assignments.

Research Tesla on its own website, the public filings on the Securities and Exchange Commission EDGAR database, the University’s online databases, the Nexis Uni database, and any other sources you can find. The annual report will often provide insights that can help address some of these questions.

You will do a 15-minute presentation to the Board of Directors of the corporation. Develop an eight- to twelve-slide PowerPoint presentation with speaker notes based upon Assignments 1 through 3.

Requirements

Determine the impact of the company’s mission, vision, and primary stakeholders on its overall success as a competitive employer in the industry.

Also

Create a SWOT analysis for the company to determine its major strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
Based on the SWOT analysis, outline a strategy for the company to capitalize on its strengths and opportunities, and minimize its weaknesses and threats.
Discuss the various levels and types of strategies the firm may use to maximize its competitiveness and profitability.
Outline a communications plan the company could use to make the strategies you recommend above known to all stakeholders.
Assess efforts by this corporation to be a responsible (ethical) corporate citizen and determine the impact these efforts (or lack thereof) have on the company’s bottom line. Provide specific examples to support your response.
Develop an executive-level PowerPoint presentation with 8–12 slides with speaker notes and appropriate graphics or professional video.

Use the Template [PPTX] to ensure that your assignment meets the above requirements.

The specific course learning outcome associated with this assignment is as follows:

Develop a corporate presentation based on a SWOT analysis, strategies for maximizing competitiveness and profitability, a communications plan, and an assessment of efforts related to ethics.

ANSWER

Enhancing Competitiveness and Responsible Corporate Citizenship: A Presentation to the Board of Directors

Slide 1: Introduction and Agenda

Introduce the presentation and provide an overview of the agenda.

Slide 2: Mission, Vision, and Primary Stakeholders

Discuss the company’s mission and how it shapes its overall success as a competitive employer in the industry.

Explore the impact of the company’s vision on driving strategic decisions and fostering long-term growth.

Identify and analyze the primary stakeholders and their influence on the company’s success.

Slide 3: SWOT Analysis

Present a comprehensive SWOT analysis of the company, identifying its major strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.

Illustrate each element of the analysis with relevant examples and data.

Slide 4: Strategy Formulation

Based on the SWOT analysis, outline a strategic plan for the company to capitalize on its strengths and opportunities while mitigating its weaknesses and threats.

Highlight specific strategies, such as market penetration, product diversification, or cost leadership, that align with the identified areas of focus.

Slide 5: Levels and Types of Strategies

Discuss the different levels of strategies, including corporate, business, and functional, that the company can employ to maximize its competitiveness and profitability.

Explore the various types of strategies, such as differentiation, innovation, or strategic partnerships, that can be leveraged to gain a competitive edge.

Slide 6: Communication Plan

Outline a comprehensive communication plan to ensure the strategies and their benefits are effectively communicated to all stakeholders.

Discuss the importance of clear and consistent messaging, utilizing various communication channels, and engaging with internal and external stakeholders.

Slide 7: Responsible Corporate Citizenship

Assess the company’s efforts to be a responsible and ethical corporate citizen.

Provide specific examples of corporate social responsibility initiatives, sustainability practices, and ethical business conduct.

Evaluate the impact of these efforts on the company’s bottom line, including enhanced brand reputation, customer loyalty, and stakeholder engagement.

Slide 8: Conclusion and Next Steps

Summarize the key points covered in the presentation.

Emphasize the importance of aligning the mission, vision, and stakeholder relationships for competitive advantage.

Highlight the strategic recommendations to capitalize on strengths and opportunities while addressing weaknesses and threats.

Stress the significance of responsible corporate citizenship in driving long-term success and positive financial outcomes.

Note: Each slide should include concise bullet points or key phrases to support the speaker’s presentation. Speaker notes should expand on the key points and provide additional context, explanations, and examples as needed.

Conclusion

This presentation aimed to analyze the company’s mission, vision, stakeholders, SWOT analysis, and strategies to enhance competitiveness while ensuring responsible corporate citizenship. By aligning the company’s strategic direction, leveraging strengths, addressing weaknesses, exploring opportunities, and mitigating threats, the company can position itself as a competitive employer in the industry. Moreover, prioritizing responsible corporate practices will not only benefit the company’s bottom line but also contribute to building a positive brand image and fostering stakeholder trust and loyalty.