Strategy Development

Whether the objective is to develop a short-term action plan or a long-term strategic plan, the SBTDC employs a Strategy Process Model to customize the best approach for each client.  The Strategy Process Model addresses the four key questions below:  

The Strategy Process

For your business, the Strategy Process can be applied to address a series of needs:

Action Planning

Action planning is often needed due to urgency to get organized and focused on near-term, high-return strategies.  Our effective and results-oriented process incorporates information and critical thinking tools to help businesses develop clear actions and timelines.

Strategic Planning

Strategic planning helps businesses that want to better position themselves over the long term. We can help you develop your vision and mission then align targeted strategies and needed metrics to achieve your goals.

Marketing Planning

Our experts work with businesses to develop and apply a marketing strategy including sales, research, branding, product and/or service differentiation, advertising, website and social media strategies.

Leadership Succession

We help business who are transitioning leadership examine the strength across management levels to help determine leadership requirements and competencies, talent pool and leadership selection.

Ownership Succession

Ownership succession is a growing trend. We can help facilitate the transition by providing expert advice and helping with planning for wealth transfer, business transfer, and retirement.