1. Read and examine the Lululemon Athletica case thoroughly. Take notes, highlight relevant facts, and underline key problems. 2. Focus your analysis. Identify two to five key problems. Why do they exist? How do they impact the organization? Who is responsible for them? 3. Uncover possible solutions. Review course readings, discussions, outside research, and your experience. 4. Select the best solution. Consider strong supporting evidence, pros, and cons: Is this solution realistic? Once you have gathered the necessary information, a draft of your analysis should include these sections: 1. Introduction Identify the key problems and issues in the case study. Formulate and include a thesis statement summarizing the outcome of your analysis in 1-2 sentences. 2. Background Set the scene: background information, relevant facts, and the most important issues. Demonstrate that you have researched the problems in this case study. 3. Alternatives Outline possible alternatives (not necessarily all of them) Explain why alternatives were rejected. Constraints/reasons Why are alternatives not possible currently? 4. Proposed Solution Provide one specific and realistic solution. Explain why this solution was chosen. Support this solution with solid evidence. Concepts from class (text readings, discussions, lectures) Outside research Personal experience (anecdotes) 5. Recommendations Determine and discuss specific strategies for accomplishing the proposed solution. If applicable, recommend further action to resolve some of the issues. What should be done, and who should do it