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Strategy Canvas

Animated whiteboard explainer: Strategy Canvas

Kim & Mauborgne, 2005 0:39 Whiteboard video

Overview

What if you could see the invisible forces shaping your industry's future? The Strategy Canvas is a powerful tool that reveals how companies compete—not just on price, but across a full spectrum of factors. Used when analyzing market positions or designing new strategies, it helps you break down the key dimensions of competition and identify where value is created.

Key Components

The canvas displays these factors as a horizontal axis, with each company's performance marked along the line. By comparing positions visually, you gain clarity on strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities.

How to Apply

To apply it, map out the key factors in your industry, plot your company's standing, and look for gaps or areas to differentiate.

Key Insight

In a world of constant change, seeing the big picture can mean the difference between following the crowd and leading the way.