VRIO Analysis Template
Test which resources and capabilities give a lasting competitive advantage, with a clear method and three worked examples.
- PDFGuide + examples in 5 styles
- PDF3 worked examples
- DOCXEditable VRIO table
- Instant download after checkout
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- Editable files you keep forever
Test which resources and capabilities give a lasting competitive advantage, with a clear method and three worked examples.
What you get
- PDFGuide + examples in 5 stylesSix Factor, Minimal Print, Midnight, Pastel, Navy
- PDF3 worked examplesCoffee chain, start-up, fashion brand
- DOCXEditable VRIO tableReady for your resources
Download: 6 files in one zip: the guide in 5 PDF styles plus an editable Word table. Opens in Word, Google Docs, any PDF reader.
Choose your style
Six Factor, Minimal Print (ink-saving), Midnight (for screens), Pastel, Corporate Navy. Every style has exactly the same content, so pick the look you like.
How to use it
- List resourcesWrite down 6–10 resources and capabilities: brand, data, skills, locations, partners.
- Ask four questionsValuable? Rare? Costly to imitate? Organised to use it? Stop at the first 'No'.
- Read the resultEach row ends in disadvantage, parity, temporary, unused or sustained advantage.
- RecommendProtect sustained advantages and organise to use the unused ones.
Who it is for
- Students analysing a company's competitive advantage
- Founders and managers reviewing what makes them different
- Anyone pairing VRIO with a PESTEL or SWOT
Questions
How do I get my files?
Straight after payment you get a download link on the order page and by email. You can also download again from My Account → Downloads.
What software do I need?
PDFs open in any PDF reader. Word, Excel and PowerPoint files also open in Google Docs, Sheets and Slides, Pages, Numbers and Keynote.
Is this a ready-made analysis of a company?
No. These are templates, guides and tools that help you write your own analysis. The examples use fictional companies.