# SWOT Analysis: {{ initiative }}

> **Purpose:** Assess the internal and external factors that affect the viability of a decision, feature, or initiative.
> Use this template alongside architectural trade-off assessments or when evaluating alternative approaches.
> SWOT is most useful when options have been narrowed to one or two candidates and a structured comparison of advantages, risks, and context is needed.

| Field           | Value                              |
|-----------------|------------------------------------|
| Initiative      | {{ initiative }}                   |
| Owner           | {{ owner }}                        |
| Date            | {{ date }}                         |
| Status          | Draft / Reviewed / Accepted        |
| Scope           | _brief description of what is analysed_ |
| Related ADR(s)  | _link or N/A_                      |

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## Overview

> Briefly describe the decision, approach, or option being assessed.

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## SWOT Grid

> Fill each quadrant. Aim for 3–6 items per cell — more than that usually signals scope creep in the analysis.

### Strengths (internal, positive)

> What does this option do well? What capabilities, patterns, or qualities does it leverage that the team already has?

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### Weaknesses (internal, negative)

> Where is this option limited or fragile? What internal constraints, skill gaps, or design compromises apply?

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### Opportunities (external, positive)

> What does this option enable or unlock that the status quo does not? What future possibilities does it open?

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### Threats (external, negative)

> What external risks, dependencies, or environmental factors could undermine this option?

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## Cross-analysis

> Explore the intersections that inform strategy. Not all cells need to be filled — focus on the most actionable combinations.

| Combination | Insight |
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| S × O — How do strengths help capture opportunities? | |
| S × T — How do strengths help defend against threats? | |
| W × O — What weaknesses prevent capturing opportunities? | |
| W × T — Where do weaknesses amplify threats? (highest risk) | |

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## Key Conclusions

> Summarise what the SWOT reveals about whether to proceed, modify, or reject this option.

**Proceed / Modify / Reject — and why:**

**Conditions for proceeding:**

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**Risks to monitor:**

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## References

- ADR: _link_
- Quality Attribute Assessment: _link_
- Alternative options considered: _link or N/A_
