1. S.W.O.T. Section 2-4 and T2-4

2. NAVAA2 S.W.O.T S trengths are positive aspects internal to the agency. W eaknesses are negative aspects internal to the agency. O pportunities are positive and external to the agency. T hreats are positive and external to the agency.

3. NAVAA3 Determining Strengths and Weaknesses Where has the agency or jurisdiction been? Where is the agency or jurisdiction now? What are its strengths and weaknesses?: –Capacity to act. –Advantages to build upon. –Disadvantages and how to overcome. –Constraints in meeting clients’ needs and expectations.

4. NAVAA4 Determining Opportunities and Threats What is the current external environment? How may the environment differ in the future? –Refer to Section 2-4 for examples of opportunities and threats.

5. NAVAA5 The Internal Assessment Identify existing data sources. Consider organizational issues (scope, functions, structure, and fiscal aspects). Determine strengths and weaknesses: –State team worksheet

6. NAVAA6 The External Assessment Identify existing data sources. Consider state demographics, economic variables, the impact of statutes and regulations, other legal issues, technological developments, and public policy issues. Identify opportunities and threats: –State team worksheet.