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Process Analysis
Swot Analysis
Below are the analyzed strenths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of Panera Bread Co., Harrisonburg.
Weaknesses:
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Slower service
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Employee relations
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Training methods
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Expensive price
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Limited number/types of products
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Presence in only U.S. and Canada
Threats:
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Increasing competition
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Increase in cost of raw materials
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Moving too much towards fast food concept
Strengths:
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Restaurant ambiance
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Known for quality and freshness
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Considered "healthy" food
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Strong financial muscle power
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Strong supply chain and distribution
Opportunities:
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Expand with drive-thru or pick up options
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Expand audience
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Increase number of franchises nationally and internationally
Performance Diagnosis Matrix

The organization’s performance problems lie within the system design and motivation. The system design of the overall organization includes structures and policies that do support desired performance. However, from the process level continuing to the individual level the processes are flawed and hinder the performance of on lower levels. The entire motivation performance variable is flawed; employees are not.
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