Course Content
Unit VI: Strategic Management

Hofer–Schendel Market Evolution Matrix: C.W. Hoffer and R. Schendel: 1978

 

I. Introduction

  1. The Market Evolution Matrix by C.W. Hoffer and R. Schendel outlines how a Strategic Business Unit (SBU) evolves over time based on changes in product offerings and market characteristics.
  2. It focuses on the strategic positioning of businesses during industry and market evolution — unlike the Ansoff Matrix which focuses more on immediate growth options.
  3. It is also known as Hofer–Schendel matrix