Ship/Sink

Strategy
Canvas

Overview

A visual tool to compare your company's offering against competitors across key factors. Plot scores on a chart to identify differentiation opportunities.

How to Apply

List 5-7 key factors; score your company and 1-3 competitors 1-10; plot lines; analyze gaps.

Customization Tips

Limit factors to 5-7; add up to 10 for comprehensive analysis.

Example Filled Version

Factors: Price, Quality, Speed. Your Co: Price 3, Quality 8, Speed 7. Competitor A: Price 7, Quality 5, Speed 4.

Common Pitfalls

Avoid too many factors; focus on 5-7. Don't bias scores—use data where possible.

Related Content

SWOT Framework

Source

Inspired by "Blue Ocean Strategy" by W. Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne.

Interactive Template Tool

Interactive Strategy Canvas

Add factors, then scores for your company and competitors (1-10). Click Plot to see line chart.