The important thing to remember when gathering evidence is that the more evidence the better - that is, the more evidence you gather to demonstrate your skills, the more confident an assessor can be that you have learned the skills not just at one point in time, but are continuing to apply and develop those skills (as opposed to just learning for the test!). Furthermore, one piece of evidence that you collect will not usualy demonstrate all the required criteria for a unit of competency, whereas multiple overlapping pieces of evidence will usually do the trick!
From the Wiki University
What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?
Analyse the internal and external business environment.
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Determine information requirements and undertake cost-effective research to deliver relevant information. Completed |
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Consult with all internal and external stakeholders in the research process. Completed |
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Use research to assist in the prediction of social, political, economic and technological developments. Completed |
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Identify and seek assistance and advice from appropriate experts when necessary. Completed |
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Review and analyse existing or potential internal resources and capabilities. Completed |
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Document and analyse business opportunities and obstacles based on valid and reliable market information. Completed |
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Review and analyse current and emerging trends and developments for their potential impact. Completed |
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Identify existing and potential competitors and allies and document their strengths and weaknesses. Completed |
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Explore the potential for joint ventures and strategic alliances. Completed |
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Formulate business plans and strategies.
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Create or confirm organisation mission, vision and purpose as the starting point for the business plan in consultation with stakeholders. Completed |
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Establish realistic, clearly stated and measurable objectives for the business. Completed |
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Develop appropriate strategies and tactics to address objectives across all areas of business operation. Completed |
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Identify and include opportunities for strategic business alliances. Completed |
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Develop all aspects of the business plan to ensure the business meets relevant legal, social, environmental and ethical obligations. Completed |
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Include appropriate action plans and evaluation processes, including key performance indicators. Completed |
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Consult with appropriate staff, management and other stakeholders to encourage support for the planning process so that all perspectives are taken into account in development of business plan. Completed |
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Implement the business plan.
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Communicate objectives and content of plans in a timely manner to facilitate a clear understanding of the plan, associated activities and individual responsibilities. Completed |
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Use appropriate communication and leadership techniques to encourage a team commitment to the business plan. Completed |
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Encourage staff to provide ongoing input into the business plan. Completed |
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Implement and organise actions detailed in the plan in a cost-efficient manner and according to schedule and contingencies. Completed |
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Monitor the business plan.
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Review the business plan regularly and adjust in light of changing circumstances. Completed |
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Monitor activities using evaluation methods detailed in business plan on an ongoing basis. Completed |
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Identify and analyse successes and performance gaps in terms of cause and effect. Completed |
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Implement agreed changes to plans promptly, ensuring timely communication of changes to all stakeholders. Completed |
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Report business plan performance in a transparent manner to all stakeholders. Completed |
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