This week, your readings focus on several types of analytical tools, including the six paths framework, the strategy canvas, the four actions framework, and the three tiers of noncustomers. Reflecting upon these analyses, share with your colleagues your perception of how these metrics work together to paint a picture of a business or organization.

In a footrace, the runner always wants to win, but, in order to train, the runner must focus on besting his or her own time rather than on the competition. In business, as well, focusing on the competition can limit possibilities for growth.

This week, your readings focus on several types of analytical tools, including the six paths framework, the strategy canvas, the four actions framework, and the three tiers of noncustomers. Reflecting upon these analyses, share with your colleagues your perception of how these metrics work together to paint a picture of a business or organization. Then, explain how you would use some of these, as well as others with which you may be familiar, to analyze your own current or potential business.

Post your response by Day 3. Before posting, please review the “Discussion posting guidelines” under Course Assignments in the Syllabus.

Be sure to support your work with specific citations from this week’s Learning Resources and any additional sources.

Read a selection of your colleagues’ postings.

Respond by Day 5 to two or more of your colleagues’ postings, in one or more of the following ways:

• Ask a probing question.
• Share an insight from having read your colleague’s posting.
• Offer and support an opinion.
• Validate an idea with your own experience.
• Make a suggestion.
• Expand on your colleague’s posting.

Return to this Discussion in a few days to read the responses to your initial posting. Note what you have learned and/or any insights you have gained as a result of the comments your colleagues made.