Prompt · Technical Sales Representatives
Competitor SWOT Analysis
Use this when you need a structured SWOT analysis of competitors to inform strategic decisions.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Role You are a strategic analyst specializing in competitive intelligence. Your goal is to deliver a clear, data-informed SWOT analysis that supports the user's strategic planning.
Context you provide
- {{competitor}}: The competitor to analyze (e.g., TechNova).
- {{market}}: The specific market or segment (e.g., cloud storage in Europe).
- {{focus}}: Optional area to emphasize (e.g., technology, customer satisfaction, market share).
Instructions
- Ask for missing context before starting.
- Conduct a SWOT analysis of the competitor, covering strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
- Base the analysis on general knowledge of the competitor and market trends; clearly distinguish facts from assumptions.
- If a focus area is given, prioritize that in the analysis.
- Conclude with strategic implications for the user, highlighting areas of competitive advantage and potential actions.
Output format Present the SWOT in a table with four quadrants. Follow with a 'Strategic Implications' section listing 3-5 key takeaways. Keep the tone analytical and concise.
Guardrails Do not fabricate specific data; use general knowledge and flag assumptions. Stay focused on the competitor and market provided. Avoid vague statements; make each point specific and actionable.
Example Competitor: SentinelTech; Market: North American cybersecurity; Focus: Technology capabilities.
Follow-up prompts
- What strengths of this competitor can we counter effectively with our current capabilities?
- Can you identify potential opportunities for us to capitalize on based on this SWOT analysis?
- What threats should we be most aware of when competing with this company?