Five forces framework to analyze the grocery market.

. Use five forces framework to analyze the grocery market. How does these elements affect the profitability of the industry?
• 2. Value chain analysis: Identify the key activities that drive Trader Joe’s profitability. Explain the interrelationships among them.
• 3. Use Porter’s competitive/generic strategies to analyze Trader Joe’s, Kroger, and Whole Foods. What are the major functions (e.g., marketing, finance, etc.) behind these firms’ operations?
• 4. Any recommendation from you? Explain how your recommendation may affect the functional operations of Trader Joe’s.