Differences Between BCG Matrix and Ansoff Matrix

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			              Differences Between BCG Matrix and Ansoff Matrix
Anthony Alexiss, Management Consultant, Member

The Boston Consulting Group (BCG) tool matrix is one of the tools used in product portfolio analysis. It's used to determine business growth opportunities and to decide on investment priorities. It's main axes are market growth versus market share.
The Ansoff Matrix is also a business strategy tool, is also used to determine business growth opportunities and to decide on investment priorities. It's main axes are New/Current Markets and Products.
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			                  			Differences Between BCG Matrix and Ansoff Matrix

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I think there are no further differences between the BCG Matrix and the Ansoff Matrix.
			                  		
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