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porter-lens

Analyze business competitive landscapes using Michael Porter's strategic frameworks.

Updated May 30, 2026
Search Tags:#strategy#business analysis#value chain#competitive advantage#porter#management consulting
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npx skills add https://github.com/zhaojun1/skills --skill porter-lens
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Skill: porter-lens
Source: https://github.com/zhaojun1/skills/tree/main/porter-lens
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zhaojun1/skills --skill porter-lens

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill provides a structured, expert-level analysis of business strategy, industry competition, and organizational positioning based on the rigorous methodologies of Michael Porter.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Strategic Frameworks: Executes Five Forces, Value Chain, Diamond Model, and Generic Strategy analyses.
  • Strategic Testing: Evaluates business models against Porter's five strategic tests to identify "stuck in the middle" risks.
  • Use Case: When evaluating a company's competitive advantage, use this skill to map its value chain activities and determine if its positioning is truly unique or merely operational efficiency.

Quick Start

Use the porter-lens skill to perform a five forces analysis on the global electric vehicle industry.

Frequently Asked Questions about porter-lens

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I analyze industry competition using Porter's Five Forces?▼

To evaluate competitive advantage, use Porter's value chain analysis to map distinct activities rather than relying on operational efficiency. This skill diagnoses if a business model passes strategic tests or risks being stuck in the middle.

What is the best way to test if a business strategy is stuck in the middle?▼

You can perform generic strategy analysis to determine if a company's positioning is truly unique or merely operationally efficient. This skill applies Porter's frameworks to test business models against strategic criteria.

How do I map a company's value chain activities for strategic planning?▼

Yes, this skill rigorously applies Porter's Diamond Model alongside Five Forces and Value Chain frameworks to diagnose competitive advantage. It structures evidence-based analysis for management consulting and corporate decision-making.

Does this skill support evaluating the Diamond Model for competitive advantage?▼

To diagnose industry structure, this skill applies Porter's management frameworks to analyze the competitive landscape and strategic positioning. It evaluates competitive rivalry, supplier dynamics, and market structure for evidence-based strategic planning.

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