Which tools or frameworks do industry-specific advisors commonly use?

Which tools or frameworks do industry-specific advisors commonly use?

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Tools and frameworks vary by sector, but most industry advisors employ a blend of standardized and tailored instruments.

Commonly Used Frameworks:

  • 1. PESTLE and SWOT (Customized):

    • Adapted to industry macroeconomic and internal realities.

  • 2. Industry Lifecycle Mapping:

    • Determines whether a sector is in growth, maturity, or decline—shaping investment and marketing decisions.

  • 3. Regulatory Scorecards:

    • Track compliance progress against sector norms.

  • 4. Capability Maturity Models:

    • Assess operational readiness (e.g., in IT, logistics, healthcare).

  • 5. Financial Benchmarking Dashboards:

    • Compare margins, CAC, ROI, etc., with competitors using sector databases.

Advisors often integrate these frameworks with enterprise software like SAP, Oracle, Tableau, or Power BI.