Strategy Guides

    Practical guides for strategy work in Danish SMEs — from analysis and direction to goals, KPIs, and follow-up. All guides are free and can be read without an account.

    Analysis

    SWOT Analysis: Guide, Examples, and Template

    The four fields, Danish examples, TOWS, and the path from analysis to action.

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    Analysis

    PESTEL Analysis: Model, Examples, and Template

    The six external factors with Danish examples and a template you can fill out.

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    Process

    Strategy Process for SMEs in 6 Steps

    From analysis to execution — annual cycle, roles, and the pitfalls that halt the process.

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    Direction

    Mission, Vision, and Values

    Definitions, examples of empty vs. useful formulations, and a template.

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    Management

    Strategy Map: How to Build It

    The four perspectives, cause-and-effect arrows, and six steps to the map.

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    Management

    Balanced Scorecard in Danish Context

    The four perspectives, KPI selection, and follow-up without spreadsheets.

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    Goal Management

    OKR vs. KPI: When to Use Which?

    The difference, comparison table, and five steps to link them to strategy.

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    Analysis

    Business Model Canvas in Danish Context

    The nine fields with Danish examples, template, and the path to strategic goals.

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    Analysis

    Risk Analysis in the Company

    Risk categories, risk matrix, and template with score, owner, and deadline.

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    Goal Management

    What is a KPI? Guide with Examples

    Definition, KPI examples for SMEs, and five steps to a useful KPI set.

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    Execution

    Strategy Implementation

    Why strategies fail — and seven steps to get them executed.

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    Process

    Annual Cycle for Strategy and Board Meetings

    Quarterly deliverables and a cadence that management and the board can maintain.

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    Follow-up

    Strategy Review and Management Reporting

    Agenda for the quarterly review and reporting without duplication of effort.

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    Tool

    Strategy Software vs. Excel

    Where spreadsheets fail in strategy follow-up — and what the alternative offers.

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    Analysis

    Competitor Analysis: Template and Method

    Six steps, comparison matrix, and Danish data sources like CVR.

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    Analysis

    Porter's Five Forces in Danish Context

    The five competitive forces with examples and countermeasures for SMEs.

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    Direction

    Growth Strategy: Four Paths to Growth

    Ansoff matrix, choice of growth engine, and KPIs that show progress.

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    Goal Management

    SMART Goals: Measurable Objectives

    The five letters, before-and-after examples, and five steps to formulation.

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    Process

    Strategy Plan: Template and Content

    Eight sections, example of goals with KPI and owner, and six steps to the plan.

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    Tool

    Digitalization Strategy for SMEs

    Four areas to start with, six steps, and KPIs that measure behavior and time.

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    Analysis

    Value Chain Analysis: Find Waste and Strengths

    The nine activities, Danish example, and six steps to better margins.

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    Analysis

    Scenario Planning When the Future is Uncertain

    Four scenarios, robust and contingent moves, and early indicators.

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    Execution

    The 7S Model: Is the Organization Ready?

    The seven elements, SME example, and six steps to address organizational gaps.

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    Direction

    Sustainability Strategy for SMEs

    Four focus areas, baseline, and ESG KPIs that can be followed up.

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    Plan

    Business Plan: Template and Content

    The nine sections, seven steps, and template for the strategy section.

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    Process

    Stakeholder Analysis: Matrix and Template

    Influence, interest, attitude, and an effort per stakeholder.

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    Goals

    Gap Analysis: Current vs. Desired State

    Three types of gaps, Danish example, and template for initiative impact.

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    Execution

    Change Management in Practice

    Kotter's eight steps, behavioral KPIs, and managing resistance.

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    Analysis

    Blue Ocean Strategy: Out of Price Competition

    The ERRS model, value curve, and six steps with a Danish example.

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    Analysis

    Value Proposition Canvas in Danish Context

    The six fields, matching customer pains, and value proposition.

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    Goals

    Financial Key Figures for SMEs

    Formulas, eight key figures in four groups, and management's single page.

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