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Market and environmental analysis of McDonalds Corp – 2003.

Market and environmental analysis is an essential part of an organization’s External Analysis.

The main objectives of a market analysis are;
a) To determine how attractive a market is.
b) To understand the dynamics of the market and amend strategies accordingly.

Here we apply the dimensions of a Market Analysis to McDonalds corp.

1) Emerging submarkets;
McDonalds failed to recognize the changing trend in customer’s preferences to better tasting, fresher food. This trend led to new sub markets emerging for tastier, fresher and fast food perceived as healthier. A few of the smaller/privately owned competitors (Cosi and Quizno’s) were able to operate in niche markets selling gourmet sandwiches and salads. The emergence of smaller restaurants offering easy access to exotic foods such as sushi and burritos created a more specialized niche market.

2) Size and Growth;
With the emergence of these......

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