SWOT-Analysis - FLAVIA

3 Methodology
Freight and Logistics Advancement in Central/South-
East Europe - Validation of trade and transport processes,
Implementation of improvement actions, Application
of coordinated structures
After gathering and compiling information about the intermodal transport within the TRACECA
corridor in report 6.1.1 the subsequent task is to transform them into a SWOT analysis considering
effects of the intermodal plans with focus on the FLAVIA corridor. Hence, the findings from
report 6.1.1 are the main input. Additionally, a further desk research for detailed information
shall be carried out. To provide a basis for the SWOT-analysis all above mentioned countries
shall be introduced with a country profile. The information for that shall be derived from reports
of WP 3 and other highly reliable and comparable sources.
Relevant countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova,
Romania, Tajikistan, Turkey, Ukraine, Uzbekistan
Step 1 – Country profiles
The profile should include:
• Text block introducing the country highlighting the geographical location, the political
constitution, major economy fields, income/GDP development and general transport
strategy.
Step 2 – SWOT, Information collection
The SWOT analysis is divided into 4 fields: strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats.
The analysis shall work out in which position the intermodal transport is situated within the region
(Evaluation A). A second evaluation will be made concerning the effects of the analysed
situation on the situation in the FLAVIA corridor (Evaluation B). In the following, all topics were
evaluated regarding their inherent “multiplier effects” and/or their demand by the intermodal sector
(see i.e.: expert interviews carried out within the FLAVIA project). The methodology foresees
three steps of classifications (+ low, ++ middle, +++ high). After the collection of the topics a first
feedback and consultation round among the responsible partners will be made.
Step 3 – SWOT, Description of the identified entries
Each entry shall be explained shortly. Here, a clear relevance and reference to the intermodal
transport has to be recognizable. Also differences among country groups or solely countries
shall be addressed.
Step 4 – SWOT, Summary of each field
Finally, for each field a summary shall be prepared. Here, the most hindering obstacles or the
most important strengths shall be emphasized. What statements can be derived for the future to
improve the actual situation resp. keep the positive factors on track? Here also the division in
“A” (inside TRACECA) and “B” (Exchange with FLAVIA) has to been followed.
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