Company W manufactures marshmallows for sale to supermarkets across Europe. W follows a logical and formal approach to strategic planning. Which of the following are valid stages of such a rational strategic planning model? Select ALL that apply.

F is an entrepreneur who runs a chain of health food shops in Country M.
There are no other similar health food shops operating in Country M and the chain has rapidly grown over the last three years. F wishes to continue to grow his chain of shops but is aware that he lacks the funds to enable him to grow at the pace which the market is demanding. He is also concerned that continued rapid growth will result in him losing control over the strong brand reputation and identity that he has built up for the chain of shops.
Which of the following would be the most feasible strategy for F to adopt to continue to grow his business?

ABC is an online bank which has just reported substantial trading losses. It has received advice from a leading business consultancy that it should implement the following two strategies:
1. Take advantage of its reputation and brand image by entering a new industry.
2. Update all its networks to fifth generation (5G) as soon as possible. Which TWO of the following strategies has ABC been advised to implement?

In respect of mission statements, place the word "characteristic" or "purpose" against the relevant activity.

ODD is a business which sells entertainment products and now wants to move to a position where il uses e-business as a fundamental part of its business strategy Which of the following benefits would result from DDD's use of e-business?
Select ALL that apply