SAF strategy evaluation
SAF evaluates a strategic option through suitability, acceptability and feasibility. Suitability asks whether it fits the strategic situation; acceptability considers expected outcomes, risks and stakeholder responses; feasibility tests whether the organisation can deliver it. The tests interact and require evidence and judgement. They help compare options and identify necessary changes rather than produce an automatic answer from three unsupported ticks.
Worked example
A new service fits customer demand, satisfying a suitability argument. Owners support its expected returns, but employees worry about workload, affecting acceptability. A shortage of trained staff creates a feasibility problem, so the proposal is revised to start with a smaller pilot.
Common mistake
Do not repeat the same point under all three headings. Make clear whether it concerns strategic fit, stakeholder outcomes or implementation capability.
Where it appears in your exams
| Qualification | Exam | Relationship | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| ACCA | SBL | Direct | September 2026–June 2027 |