SWOT and Recommendations

Strengths

1.Gap has strong dealership teamwork thus it is able to reach its customers all around the world
2.Good working knowledge and experience makes GAP adapt to new trends easily
3.GAP products are durable and long lasting
4.Gap has a section for baby products which are always in demand despite market fluctuations
5.GAP has over 3,250 stores in worldwide with over 140,000 employees worldwide
6.Excellent brand recall through good marketing through TV, print and online media

Weaknesses

1.Intense competition in the apparel segment mans limited market share and high brand switching also
2.Still hasn’t penetrated into the emerging economies market

Opportunities -

1.Gap’s new ventures in China and Europe can be profitable to the company
2.Boost sales through online promotion and shopping on the brand
3.Tie-up with fashion houses and expansion through more stores


Threats
1.Brands offering  more fashionable clothing at better value
2.Rapid changing fashion trends
3.Rising production costs can put a dent in the profits of the brand
4.Increase in manpower costs
5.Intense competition

Recommendations:
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Team Members: Rachel Wakeman - Team Captain Ava Roberts - Vice Captain Alaina Mazur - Time Manager Allison Wilkes - Task Manager