EFAS and IFAS Analysis: Electronic Arts (EA)
This EFAS (External Factors Analysis Summary) and IFAS (Internal Factors Analysis
Summary) are developed based on the previously prepared SWOT analysis.
EFAS – External Factors Analysis Summary
External Factors Weight Rating Weighted Score
Mobile gaming 0.1 4 0.40
expansion
Online multiplayer 0.15 4 0.60
& microtransactions
Virtual reality (VR) 0.08 3 0.24
opportunity
Global expansion 0.1 4 0.40
partnerships
Diversification 0.07 3 0.21
beyond sports
Intense competition 0.15 2 0.30
Rapid technological 0.1 2 0.20
change
Regulatory 0.08 2 0.16
constraints
Changing consumer 0.09 3 0.27
preferences
Underperformance 0.08 2 0.16
of major titles
Total Score 2.94
IFAS – Internal Factors Analysis Summary
Internal Factors Weight Rating Weighted Score
Strong brand 0.12 4 0.48
portfolio
Diversified 0.1 4 0.40
platforms
Strong financial 0.12 4 0.48
position
Cash reserves & 0.08 3 0.24
working capital
Long-term licensing 0.08 3 0.24
agreements
Skilled workforce 0.1 4 0.40
Reliance on console 0.12 2 0.24
manufacturers
Dependence on key 0.1 2 0.20
franchises
High development & 0.1 2 0.20
licensing costs
Reputation 0.08 2 0.16
challenges
Total Score 3.04