Organisational overview and external environment

  • Connectivity of information
  • Strategic focus and future orientation

Key observations:

Standard Bank clearly outlines how the company generates revenue and the key risks which it faces in doing so. As the sustainability of the business is driven by the business model and the interactions with the economy in which the business operates, this is an insightful overview. 

This discussion is supported by a table which demonstrates how market factors can impact the company's profit. Arrow symbols are used to articulate the impact in the current year and the forecasted impacts for the coming year, providing an informative outlook for stakeholders.