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PepsiCos continued global growth and prominence reflects the companys strengths.
This aspect of the SWOT analysis framework outlines internal strategic factors that
enable firms to fulfill their business goals. The following are the most significant
strengths of PepsiCo:
1.
Strong brand image
2.
Broad product mix
3.
Extensive global production network
4.
Extensive global distribution network
As a successful global company, PepsiCo has one of the strongest brands in the
market. This strength enables the firm to attract consumers to its new products. In
addition, the broad product mix represents PepsiCos increasing ability to reach various
markets and segments, such as through Frito-Lay products, Quaker products, and
Pepsi products. PepsiCos extensive global production and distribution networks are
strengths that support the companys international growth and expansion strategies. In
this aspect of the SWOT analysis, PepsiCos strengths are sufficient to support its
global growth strategy.
PepsiCo has opportunities for continued global growth. In this aspect of the SWOT
analysis framework, external strategic factors that provide options for business
improvement are identified. PepsiCos opportunities are as follows:
1.
Business diversification
2.
Market penetration in developing countries
3.
Global alliances with complementary businesses
PepsiCo has the opportunity to diversify its businesses, such as by acquiring a
complementary firm that is not in the food and beverage industry. Another opportunity is
for PepsiCo to increase its penetration in developing countries to generate more
revenues from markets outside the Americas. In addition, PepsiCo can create alliances
with complementary business to increase its market presence. Based on this aspect of
the SWOT analysis, PepsiCo has significant opportunities to strengthen its business
resilience.
4.
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