Global Strategic Management

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//Prior to discuss the Company's internal environment, Socio-Cultural Factors; and Political Factors, we will first of all, take an overview about the Organization, in order to find out the area in which the firm deals. So, here, we will talk about 'Chevron' under the heading of Introduction, for example: //
Abstract
In this global strategic management research, a wide-ranging strategic scrutiny is made for a leading company Chevron. Company's strategic factor analysis can be prepared with the help of a SWOT analysis. This research presents the knowledge about the company and its business operations which are spread all over the world. It helps in identifying the different principles & values adopted by the company to accomplish the set targets and objectives. With the help of SWOT analysis, two investigations, IFAS (Internal Factor Analysis Strategy) and EFAS (External Factor Analysis Strategy) can be presented. Both of these studies are based upon the assessment of the internal & external environments of the company. Subsequently, this research paper describes some strategic alternatives that can be offered to company for its guaranteed growth opportunities. In the end, it describes the different alternatives before the company for implementation, evaluation and controlling the chosen strategy.
Introduction
Chevron is one of the world's prevalent incorporated energy companies. Company's headquarter is situated in San Ramon, California. It conducts its business in more than 100 countries. It is a leading company as it operates in every aspect of oil and natural gas industry together with exploration, fabrication, manufacturing, marketing and shipping chemicals, mechanized sales and power generation. It is investing continuously in renewals and sophisticated technologies. Company has diverse and highly skilled workforce which consists of more than 59,000 employees and about 5,800 service station employees (Our Businesses, 2008).
//Above, we talked about Chevron, which is a prevalent incorporated Energy Company. As per directions, now, we will discuss the Company's internal environment & external environment by applying tools of SWOT Analysis that evaluate strength, weakness, opportunities and threats.//
Internal Environment:
To identify the internal environment of company, the tool of SWOT analysis can be very helpful. SWOT analysis is used to find out the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of a company. Chevron's internal environment can be analyzed by identifying its strengths and weaknesses.
Strengths:
Chevron had a worldwide refinement ...