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1. We discussed the concept of Organizational Environments in class. These environmental facets form the bases for most, if not all, forms of organizational analysis, strategy and planning. Name and describe each of the environmental facets. Include in your description an example of how that facet can affect your organization's ongoing operations.

2. Refer to Question One. Cite a disruptive event that has occurred in the past, or might occur in the future, for each of the facets, that has affected or could affect, a healthcare organization.

3. We discussed the Megatrends suggested by Dr. Emmamuel in his book Reinventing American Health Care, Chapter 13. The emergence of digital healthcare and the closure of hospitals is a significant future assumption. Examine the organizational environments analysis process. How many and which of these analytical facets would be affected if this megatrend proves to be true? Explain why in each case.

4. What is the most important question that leaders should ask themselves when they are beginning the strategy process?