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Case Study Description of A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model
Worldwide usage of mobile smart devices has increased dramatically over the past two decades. The popularity of these devices has grown as a result of their increased processing power, storage capacity, and memory; they can now hold enormous amounts of both personal and private business data. In addition to the consideration of mobile devices, the scope of any forensic investigation has also grown to include cloud environments. Previously, we proposed a working model that can improve the effectiveness and efficiency of an investigation in a multidisciplinary environment. The study presented herein, however, evaluates a straw man model derived from current practice models to identify the required improvements. The study also proposes a new improved process model known as a multidisciplinary digital forensic investigation process model.
Swot Analysis of "A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model" written by Raymond Lutui includes – strengths weakness that are internal strategic factors of the organization, and opportunities and threats that Forensic Multidisciplinary facing as an external strategic factors. Some of the topics covered in A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model case study are - Strategic Management Strategies, IT, Security & privacy and Technology & Operations.
Some of the macro environment factors that can be used to understand the A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model casestudy better are - – there is backlash against globalization, geopolitical disruptions, wage bills are increasing, increasing transportation and logistics costs, increasing government debt because of Covid-19 spendings, there is increasing trade war between United States & China, central banks are concerned over increasing inflation,
technology disruption, competitive advantages are harder to sustain because of technology dispersion, etc
Introduction to SWOT Analysis of A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model
SWOT stands for an organization’s Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats . At Oak Spring University , we believe that protagonist in A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model case study can use SWOT analysis as a strategic management tool to assess the current internal strengths and weaknesses of the Forensic Multidisciplinary, and to figure out the opportunities and threats in the macro environment – technological, environmental, political, economic, social, demographic, etc in which Forensic Multidisciplinary operates in.
According to Harvard Business Review, 75% of the managers use SWOT analysis for various purposes such as – evaluating current scenario, strategic planning, new venture feasibility, personal growth goals, new market entry, Go To market strategies, portfolio management and strategic trade-off assessment, organizational restructuring, etc.
SWOT Objectives / Importance of SWOT Analysis and SWOT Matrix
SWOT analysis of A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model can be done for the following purposes –
1. Strategic planning using facts provided in A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model case study
2. Improving business portfolio management of Forensic Multidisciplinary
3. Assessing feasibility of the new initiative in Technology & Operations field.
4. Making a Technology & Operations topic specific business decision
5. Set goals for the organization
6. Organizational restructuring of Forensic Multidisciplinary
Strengths A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model | Internal Strategic Factors
What are Strengths in SWOT Analysis / TOWS Matrix / Weighted SWOT Analysis
The strengths of Forensic Multidisciplinary in A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model Harvard Business Review case study are -
Training and development
– Forensic Multidisciplinary has one of the best training and development program in the industry. The effectiveness of the training programs can be measured in A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model Harvard Business Review case study by analyzing – employees retention, in-house promotion, loyalty, new venture initiation, lack of conflict, and high level of both employees and customer engagement.
Sustainable margins compare to other players in Technology & Operations industry
– A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model firm has clearly differentiated products in the market place. This has enabled Forensic Multidisciplinary to fetch slight price premium compare to the competitors in the Technology & Operations industry. The sustainable margins have also helped Forensic Multidisciplinary to invest into research and development (R&D) and innovation.
Innovation driven organization
– Forensic Multidisciplinary is one of the most innovative firm in sector. Manager in A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model Harvard Business Review case study can use Clayton Christensen Disruptive Innovation strategies to further increase the scale of innovtions in the organization.
Digital Transformation in Technology & Operations segment
- digital transformation varies from industry to industry. For Forensic Multidisciplinary digital transformation journey comprises differing goals based on market maturity, customer technology acceptance, and organizational culture. Forensic Multidisciplinary has successfully integrated the four key components of digital transformation – digital integration in processes, digital integration in marketing and customer relationship management, digital integration into the value chain, and using technology to explore new products and market opportunities.
Analytics focus
– Forensic Multidisciplinary is putting a lot of focus on utilizing the power of analytics in business decision making. This has put it among the leading players in the industry. The technology infrastructure suggested by Raymond Lutui can also help it to harness the power of analytics for – marketing optimization, demand forecasting, customer relationship management, inventory management, information sharing across the value chain etc.
Ability to lead change in Technology & Operations field
– Forensic Multidisciplinary is one of the leading players in its industry. Over the years it has not only transformed the business landscape in its segment but also across the whole industry. The ability to lead change has enabled Forensic Multidisciplinary in – penetrating new markets, reaching out to new customers, and providing different value propositions to different customers in the international markets.
Superior customer experience
– The customer experience strategy of Forensic Multidisciplinary in the segment is based on four key concepts – personalization, simplification of complex needs, prompt response, and continuous engagement.
Operational resilience
– The operational resilience strategy in the A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model Harvard Business Review case study comprises – understanding the underlying the factors in the industry, building diversified operations across different geographies so that disruption in one part of the world doesn’t impact the overall performance of the firm, and integrating the various business operations and processes through its digital transformation drive.
Learning organization
- Forensic Multidisciplinary is a learning organization. It has inculcated three key characters of learning organization in its processes and operations – exploration, creativity, and expansiveness. The work place at Forensic Multidisciplinary is open place that encourages instructiveness, ideation, open minded discussions, and creativity. Employees and leaders in A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model Harvard Business Review case study emphasize – knowledge, initiative, and innovation.
High brand equity
– Forensic Multidisciplinary has strong brand awareness and brand recognition among both - the exiting customers and potential new customers. Strong brand equity has enabled Forensic Multidisciplinary to keep acquiring new customers and building profitable relationship with both the new and loyal customers.
Ability to recruit top talent
– Forensic Multidisciplinary is one of the leading recruiters in the industry. Managers in the A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model are in a position to attract the best talent available. The firm has a robust talent identification program that helps in identifying the brightest.
Cross disciplinary teams
– Horizontal connected teams at the Forensic Multidisciplinary are driving operational speed, building greater agility, and keeping the organization nimble to compete with new competitors. It helps are organization to ideate new ideas, and execute them swiftly in the marketplace.
Weaknesses A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model | Internal Strategic Factors
What are Weaknesses in SWOT Analysis / TOWS Matrix / Weighted SWOT Analysis
The weaknesses of A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model are -
Slow decision making process
– As mentioned earlier in the report, Forensic Multidisciplinary has a very deliberative decision making approach. This approach has resulted in prudent decisions, but it has also resulted in missing opportunities in the industry over the last five years. Forensic Multidisciplinary even though has strong showing on digital transformation primary two stages, it has struggled to capitalize the power of digital transformation in marketing efforts and new venture efforts.
High operating costs
– Compare to the competitors, firm in the HBR case study A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model has high operating costs in the. This can be harder to sustain given the new emerging competition from nimble players who are using technology to attract Forensic Multidisciplinary 's lucrative customers.
Products dominated business model
– Even though Forensic Multidisciplinary has some of the most successful products in the industry, this business model has made each new product launch extremely critical for continuous financial growth of the organization. firm in the HBR case study - A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model should strive to include more intangible value offerings along with its core products and services.
High dependence on existing supply chain
– The disruption in the global supply chains because of the Covid-19 pandemic and blockage of the Suez Canal illustrated the fragile nature of Forensic Multidisciplinary supply chain. Even after few cautionary changes mentioned in the HBR case study - A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model, it is still heavily dependent upon the existing supply chain. The existing supply chain though brings in cost efficiencies but it has left Forensic Multidisciplinary vulnerable to further global disruptions in South East Asia.
Workers concerns about automation
– As automation is fast increasing in the segment, Forensic Multidisciplinary needs to come up with a strategy to reduce the workers concern regarding automation. Without a clear strategy, it could lead to disruption and uncertainty within the organization.
Increasing silos among functional specialists
– The organizational structure of Forensic Multidisciplinary is dominated by functional specialists. It is not different from other players in the Technology & Operations segment. Forensic Multidisciplinary needs to de-silo the office environment to harness the true potential of its workforce. Secondly the de-silo will also help Forensic Multidisciplinary to focus more on services rather than just following the product oriented approach.
High dependence on star products
– The top 2 products and services of the firm as mentioned in the A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model HBR case study still accounts for major business revenue. This dependence on star products in has resulted into insufficient focus on developing new products, even though Forensic Multidisciplinary has relatively successful track record of launching new products.
Employees’ incomplete understanding of strategy
– From the instances in the HBR case study A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model, it seems that the employees of Forensic Multidisciplinary don’t have comprehensive understanding of the firm’s strategy. This is reflected in number of promotional campaigns over the last few years that had mixed messaging and competing priorities. Some of the strategic activities and services promoted in the promotional campaigns were not consistent with the organization’s strategy.
High bargaining power of channel partners
– Because of the regulatory requirements, Raymond Lutui suggests that, Forensic Multidisciplinary is facing high bargaining power of the channel partners. So far it has not able to streamline the operations to reduce the bargaining power of the value chain partners in the industry.
High cash cycle compare to competitors
Forensic Multidisciplinary has a high cash cycle compare to other players in the industry. It needs to shorten the cash cycle by 12% to be more competitive in the marketplace, reduce inventory costs, and be more profitable.
Lack of clear differentiation of Forensic Multidisciplinary products
– To increase the profitability and margins on the products, Forensic Multidisciplinary needs to provide more differentiated products than what it is currently offering in the marketplace.
Opportunities A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model | External Strategic Factors
What are Opportunities in the SWOT Analysis / TOWS Matrix / Weighted SWOT Analysis
The opportunities highlighted in the Harvard Business Review case study A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model are -
Reforming the budgeting process
- By establishing new metrics that will be used to evaluate both existing and potential projects Forensic Multidisciplinary can not only reduce the costs of the project but also help it in integrating the projects with other processes within the organization.
Building a culture of innovation
– managers at Forensic Multidisciplinary can make experimentation a productive activity and build a culture of innovation using approaches such as – mining transaction data, A/B testing of websites and selling platforms, engaging potential customers over various needs, and building on small ideas in the Technology & Operations segment.
Redefining models of collaboration and team work
– As explained in the weaknesses section, Forensic Multidisciplinary is facing challenges because of the dominance of functional experts in the organization. A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model case study suggests that firm can utilize new technology to build more coordinated teams and streamline operations and communications using tools such as CAD, Zoom, etc.
Increase in government spending
– As the United States and other governments are increasing social spending and infrastructure spending to build economies post Covid-19, Forensic Multidisciplinary can use these opportunities to build new business models that can help the communities that Forensic Multidisciplinary operates in. Secondly it can use opportunities from government spending in Technology & Operations sector.
Changes in consumer behavior post Covid-19
– Consumer behavior has changed in the Technology & Operations industry because of Covid-19 restrictions. Some of this behavior will stay once things get back to normal. Forensic Multidisciplinary can take advantage of these changes in consumer behavior to build a far more efficient business model. For example consumer regular ordering of products can reduce both last mile delivery costs and market penetration costs. Forensic Multidisciplinary can further use this consumer data to build better customer loyalty, provide better products and service collection, and improve the value proposition in inflationary times.
Lowering marketing communication costs
– 5G expansion will open new opportunities for Forensic Multidisciplinary in the field of marketing communication. It will bring down the cost of doing business, provide technology platform to build new products in the Technology & Operations segment, and it will provide faster access to the consumers.
Low interest rates
– Even though inflation is raising its head in most developed economies, Forensic Multidisciplinary can still utilize the low interest rates to borrow money for capital investment. Secondly it can also use the increase of government spending in infrastructure projects to get new business.
Loyalty marketing
– Forensic Multidisciplinary has focused on building a highly responsive customer relationship management platform. This platform is built on in-house data and driven by analytics and artificial intelligence. The customer analytics can help the organization to fine tune its loyalty marketing efforts, increase the wallet share of the organization, reduce wastage on mainstream advertising spending, build better pricing strategies using personalization, etc.
Identify volunteer opportunities
– Covid-19 has impacted working population in two ways – it has led to people soul searching about their professional choices, resulting in mass resignation. Secondly it has encouraged people to do things that they are passionate about. This has opened opportunities for businesses to build volunteer oriented socially driven projects. Forensic Multidisciplinary can explore opportunities that can attract volunteers and are consistent with its mission and vision.
Developing new processes and practices
– Forensic Multidisciplinary can develop new processes and procedures in Technology & Operations industry using technology such as automation using artificial intelligence, real time transportation and products tracking, 3D modeling for concept development and new products pilot testing etc.
Buying journey improvements
– Forensic Multidisciplinary can improve the customer journey of consumers in the industry by using analytics and artificial intelligence. A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model suggest that firm can provide automated chats to help consumers solve their own problems, provide online suggestions to get maximum out of the products and services, and help consumers to build a community where they can interact with each other to develop new features and uses.
Using analytics as competitive advantage
– Forensic Multidisciplinary has spent a significant amount of money and effort to integrate analytics and machine learning into its operations in the sector. This continuous investment in analytics has enabled, as illustrated in the Harvard case study A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model - to build a competitive advantage using analytics. The analytics driven competitive advantage can help Forensic Multidisciplinary to build faster Go To Market strategies, better consumer insights, developing relevant product features, and building a highly efficient supply chain.
Remote work and new talent hiring opportunities
– The widespread usage of remote working technologies during Covid-19 has opened opportunities for Forensic Multidisciplinary to expand its talent hiring zone. According to McKinsey Global Institute, 20% of the high end workforce in fields such as finance, information technology, can continously work from remote local post Covid-19. This presents a really great opportunity for Forensic Multidisciplinary to hire the very best people irrespective of their geographical location.
Threats A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model External Strategic Factors
What are Threats in the SWOT Analysis / TOWS Matrix / Weighted SWOT Analysis
The threats mentioned in the HBR case study A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model are -
New competition
– After the dotcom bust of 2001, financial crisis of 2008-09, the business formation in US economy had declined. But in 2020 alone, there are more than 1.5 million new business applications in United States. This can lead to greater competition for Forensic Multidisciplinary in the Technology & Operations sector and impact the bottomline of the organization.
Backlash against dominant players
– US Congress and other legislative arms of the government are getting tough on big business especially technology companies. The digital arm of Forensic Multidisciplinary business can come under increasing regulations regarding data privacy, data security, etc.
Trade war between China and United States
– The trade war between two of the biggest economies can hugely impact the opportunities for Forensic Multidisciplinary in the Technology & Operations industry. The Technology & Operations industry is already at various protected from local competition in China, with the rise of trade war the protection levels may go up. This presents a clear threat of current business model in Chinese market.
Environmental challenges
– Forensic Multidisciplinary needs to have a robust strategy against the disruptions arising from climate change and energy requirements. EU has identified it as key priority area and spending 30% of its 880 billion Euros European post Covid-19 recovery funds on green technology. Forensic Multidisciplinary can take advantage of this fund but it will also bring new competitors in the Technology & Operations industry.
Learning curve for new practices
– As the technology based on artificial intelligence and machine learning platform is getting complex, as highlighted in case study A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model, Forensic Multidisciplinary may face longer learning curve for training and development of existing employees. This can open space for more nimble competitors in the field of Technology & Operations .
Barriers of entry lowering
– As technology is more democratized, the barriers to entry in the industry are lowering. It can presents Forensic Multidisciplinary with greater competitive threats in the near to medium future. Secondly it will also put downward pressure on pricing throughout the sector.
Stagnating economy with rate increase
– Forensic Multidisciplinary can face lack of demand in the market place because of Fed actions to reduce inflation. This can lead to sluggish growth in the economy, lower demands, lower investments, higher borrowing costs, and consolidation in the field.
Technology acceleration in Forth Industrial Revolution
– Forensic Multidisciplinary has witnessed rapid integration of technology during Covid-19 in the Technology & Operations industry. As one of the leading players in the industry, Forensic Multidisciplinary needs to keep up with the evolution of technology in the Technology & Operations sector. According to Mckinsey study top managers believe that the adoption of technology in operations, communications is 20-25 times faster than what they planned in the beginning of 2019.
High level of anxiety and lack of motivation
– the Great Resignation in United States is the sign of broader dissatisfaction among the workforce in United States. Forensic Multidisciplinary needs to understand the core reasons impacting the Technology & Operations industry. This will help it in building a better workplace.
Easy access to finance
– Easy access to finance in Technology & Operations field will also reduce the barriers to entry in the industry, thus putting downward pressure on the prices because of increasing competition. Forensic Multidisciplinary can utilize it by borrowing at lower rates and invest it into research and development, capital expenditure to fortify its core competitive advantage.
Regulatory challenges
– Forensic Multidisciplinary needs to prepare for regulatory challenges as consumer protection groups and other pressure groups are vigorously advocating for more regulations on big business - to reduce inequality, to create a level playing field, to product data privacy and consumer privacy, to reduce the influence of big money on democratic institutions, etc. This can lead to significant changes in the Technology & Operations industry regulations.
Aging population
– As the populations of most advanced economies are aging, it will lead to high social security costs, higher savings among population, and lower demand for goods and services in the economy. The household savings in US, France, UK, Germany, and Japan are growing faster than predicted because of uncertainty caused by pandemic.
Capital market disruption
– During the Covid-19, Dow Jones has touched record high. The valuations of a number of companies are way beyond their existing business model potential. This can lead to capital market correction which can put a number of suppliers, collaborators, value chain partners in great financial difficulty. It will directly impact the business of Forensic Multidisciplinary.
Weighted SWOT Analysis of A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model Template, Example
Not all factors mentioned under the Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities, and Threats quadrants in the SWOT Analysis are equal. Managers in the HBR case study A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model needs to zero down on the relative importance of each factor mentioned in the Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities, and Threats quadrants.
We can provide the relative importance to each factor by assigning relative weights. Weighted SWOT analysis process is a three stage process –
First stage for doing weighted SWOT analysis of the case study A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model is to rank the strengths and weaknesses of the organization. This will help you to assess the most important strengths and weaknesses of the firm and which one of the strengths and weaknesses mentioned in the initial lists are marginal and can be left out.
Second stage for conducting weighted SWOT analysis of the Harvard case study A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model is to give probabilities to the external strategic factors thus better understanding the opportunities and threats arising out of macro environment changes and developments.
Third stage of constructing weighted SWOT analysis of A Multidisciplinary Digital Forensic Investigation Process Model is to provide strategic recommendations includes – joining likelihood of external strategic factors such as opportunities and threats to the internal strategic factors – strengths and weaknesses. You should start with external factors as they will provide the direction of the overall industry. Secondly by joining probabilities with internal strategic factors can help the company not only strategic fit but also the most probably strategic trade-off that Forensic Multidisciplinary needs to make to build a sustainable competitive advantage.