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Which factor is most likely to directly influence a society's attitudes towards health and work?
Which factor is most likely to directly influence a society's attitudes towards health and work?
What is a potential consequence for organisations that fail to adapt to emerging technologies?
What is a potential consequence for organisations that fail to adapt to emerging technologies?
Which legal aspect is particularly important for organisations operating in multiple countries?
Which legal aspect is particularly important for organisations operating in multiple countries?
What type of change is likely to influence consumer expectations regarding product sourcing?
What type of change is likely to influence consumer expectations regarding product sourcing?
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How might changes in migration patterns affect societal norms?
How might changes in migration patterns affect societal norms?
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What might be a direct organisational response to increasing legal compliance requirements?
What might be a direct organisational response to increasing legal compliance requirements?
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In what way can demographic shifts impact product marketing strategies?
In what way can demographic shifts impact product marketing strategies?
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What environmental factor is increasingly influencing how consumers evaluate organisations?
What environmental factor is increasingly influencing how consumers evaluate organisations?
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What is the primary benefit of conducting a PESTLE analysis for an organisation?
What is the primary benefit of conducting a PESTLE analysis for an organisation?
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Which of the following is NOT a political factor affecting an organisation?
Which of the following is NOT a political factor affecting an organisation?
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How do economic factors like disposable income affect an organisation?
How do economic factors like disposable income affect an organisation?
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Which assertion best describes a characteristic of internal factors influencing decisions made by an organisation?
Which assertion best describes a characteristic of internal factors influencing decisions made by an organisation?
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What is a significant long-term economic trend that could influence an organisation's strategic direction?
What is a significant long-term economic trend that could influence an organisation's strategic direction?
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Which aspect of government policies may have the broadest impact on society and organisations?
Which aspect of government policies may have the broadest impact on society and organisations?
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Which external factor, when combined with economic challenges, could heavily influence an organisation's pricing strategy?
Which external factor, when combined with economic challenges, could heavily influence an organisation's pricing strategy?
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What is a potential consequence for an organisation that fails to consider external economic factors?
What is a potential consequence for an organisation that fails to consider external economic factors?
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Study Notes
External Factors Affecting Organizations
- Organizations are impacted by both internal and external factors.
- Internal factors are controllable, while external factors are not.
- Analyzing external factors helps organizations maximize opportunities and minimize threats.
PESTLE Analysis
- A PESTLE analysis examines six external factors to understand their impact on an organization.
Political Factors
- Government policies, such as tax rates, employment laws, and regulations for international trade, affect organizations.
- Environmental regulations and restrictions on certain trades might be required.
- Government stability and bureaucracy also influence operations.
Economic Factors
- Economic factors include things like interest rates, currency exchange rates, inflation, unemployment rates, wage rates, and disposable income.
- These factors impact an organization's costs, prices, purchasing power, and overall strategic direction.
Social Factors
- Demographics like population growth, migration rates, and life expectancy levels influence cultural attitudes, expectations, and consumer behavior.
- Changing attitudes toward health, careers, and products impact organization decisions.
Technological Factors
- Emerging technologies offer new ways of working but can lead to obsolescence for some organizations.
- Organizations need to understand technology trends to maintain a competitive advantage.
Legal Factors
- Legal factors overlap with political aspects and include employment laws, insurance, data protection, copyright, consumer protection, import/export rules and taxation, and health and safety regulations.
- International operations mean considering regulations in each country. Compliance is crucial.
Environmental Factors
- Scarcity of resources and pollution targets are key environmental considerations along with governmental commitments to climate change.
- Consumers increasingly expect ethical sourcing and sustainability from organizations.
Specific Examples (from the provided text)
- Alpha Air: A small UK airline considering expansion into other countries. Their PESTLE analysis examines factors influencing their expansion into new markets, including political stability in target countries and international trade regulations.
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This quiz explores the various external factors influencing organizations, including political, economic, and social elements. Participants will learn about PESTLE analysis and how to assess these factors for strategic decision-making. Gain insights into maximizing opportunities and mitigating threats.
