Hewden SWOT Analysis

“Hewden has increased the range of eco-friendly welfare units within its accommodation portfolio, helping users to reduce carbon emissions, noise pollution and ongoing running costs” and often offers support to homeless, weak and disadvantaged people. Weaknesses Weaknesses are a source of competitive disadvantage for the company and constraints in achieving its objectives. They are usually harder to identify externally since there is no data provided by the company itself. Initially, Hewden faced a lack of automation which inflicted more time-consuming procedures, inefficiencies and lack of transparency; therefore the company invested in an updated operating system. On the other hand, people are usually reluctant to change, consequently it takes time for employees to get familiar with the new working environment offered, to embrace the new procedures and exploit the system possibilities to the fullest. A change in mindset and culture is always hard to achieve and this shift is a challenge for Hewden. Constant personnel training and frequent system updates are required and will probably inflict higher operational costs. Although Hewden’s experienced personnel is considered to be a key factor in its success, the potential weakness of an ageing workforce is becoming visible. Considering the actual demographical conditions and the extension of state pension ages, the company has to adapt and act drastically. In order