hv-analysis

Perform horizontal-vertical analysis and generate a structured PDF research report.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/jssfy/k-skills --skill hv-analysis
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Skill: hv-analysis
Source: https://github.com/jssfy/k-skills/tree/main/skills/research/hv-analysis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jssfy/k-skills --skill hv-analysis

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Horizontal-Vertical analysis is a principled, repeatable framework that guides deep-dive research on products, companies, concepts, or people and outputs a professional PDF report that compiles the full narrative, data, and insights.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Diachronic and synchronic analysis: traces the object's origin, evolution, and current landscape across timelines and competing benchmarks.
  • Comprehensive information gathering: integrates online sources via WebSearch and WebFetch to build a well-supported narrative.
  • Publication-ready output: formats the final findings into a polished PDF report suitable for stakeholders.

Quick Start

Provide the research object and scope to trigger the HV-analysis workflow, producing a complete, formatted PDF report.

Frequently Asked Questions about hv-analysis

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
What is horizontal-vertical analysis and when do I need it for research?

Horizontal-vertical analysis is a research methodology that traces an object's origin and evolution while benchmarking it against current competitors. You need it when structuring deep-dive research on products, companies, concepts, or people into a comprehensive narrative.

How do I generate a PDF research report from online sources?

To generate a PDF research report, provide a research object and scope to trigger automated information gathering via WebSearch and WebFetch. The workflow coordinates diachronic and synchronic analyses, then formats findings into a publication-ready PDF deliverable.

Can I use this horizontal-vertical analysis for competitive benchmarking?

Yes, horizontal-vertical analysis supports competitive benchmarking through its cross-sectional synchronic assessment. It evaluates your research object against competing benchmarks in the current landscape, integrating online sources to build a well-supported comparative narrative.

Does this research methodology require manual web searching and data entry?

No manual web searching is required because the workflow automates information gathering using WebSearch and WebFetch. You only need to provide the initial research object and scope, and the system retrieves and synthesizes the necessary online data autonomously.

What's the best way to structure a longitudinal study of a company's evolution?

The best way to structure a longitudinal study is using diachronic analysis, which traces the object's origin and evolution across timelines. This framework systematically maps historical development and integrates the findings into a formatted PDF report.

What types of research objects are supported for cross-sectional competitive assessment?

Cross-sectional competitive assessment supports products, companies, concepts, or people as research objects. The framework applies horizontal-vertical analysis to guide deep-dive research and compiles the full narrative, data, and insights into a polished PDF.