Comparison of methods of enterprise competitiveness estimation

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In order to be successful any enterprise needs to assess its competitiveness on a regular basis that enables to determine the strengths and weaknesses of the company, identify its hidden potential opportunities and, accordingly, improve its strategy. In the article the authors suggest broaden classification of methodological approaches to evaluate competitiveness, that can help define the most appropriate method. The choice of the method to assesse competitiveness depends on the matter who and what for is doing it. SWOT-analysis can be used with the aim of general analysis of the enterprise and the market, identification of their opportunities and threats. This method is based on the definition of strengths and weaknesses of the company and its competitors. PEST-analysis is recommended to be used for studying of the external environment of the enterprise, the development of measures to minimize the impact of negative factors and planning the development strategy based on positive factors. Comprehensive competitiveness evaluation methods are the most informative. In particular, the market position of the enterprise compared to its strategic competitors can be determined by the method of competitiveness pyramid constructing.The authors prove the necessity of using different methods for competitiveness evaluation based on practical examples. It depends on the purpose of the assessment, spheres of business, available information, preferences of the decision maker, the time allowed for decision making.

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