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Strategy & Decision Support Hub

35+ interactive frameworks with visual outputs. Stakeholder rehearsal to pressure-test ideas. Strategic reframing for fresh perspectives. Strategy Refresh to audit existing plans. All connected, all AI-guided.

35+
Strategic Frameworks
AI-Guided
Framework Application
Unlimited
Scenario Modeling
Custom
Strategic Chains

Comprehensive Strategic Toolkit

From individual frameworks to complex multi-step strategic analysis

35+ Strategic Frameworks

Apply proven consulting frameworks including SWOT, Porter's Five Forces, BCG Matrix, Ansoff Matrix, Business Model Canvas, and more. Get AI-guided analysis tailored to your specific situation.

SWOT Analysis
Porter's Five Forces
BCG Growth-Share Matrix
GE-McKinsey Matrix
Ansoff Matrix
Business Model Canvas
Value Chain Analysis
PESTLE Analysis

Strategic Decision Support

Model complex strategic decisions with multiple paths and outcomes. Run scenario analysis to understand risks, benefits, and expected values for each option.

Multi-path decision modeling
Probability and outcome assessment
Expected value calculations
Risk vs. reward analysis
Sensitivity testing
Recommendation generation

Strategic Chains

Combine multiple frameworks into comprehensive strategic analysis. Build custom analytical sequences that match your strategic planning process.

Multi-framework sequences
Custom analytical workflows
Context-aware transitions
Integrated recommendations
Cascading insights
Holistic strategy development

Scenario Simulation

Model different strategic scenarios and understand potential outcomes. Test assumptions, explore alternatives, and identify robust strategies.

What-if scenario modeling
Assumption testing
Sensitivity analysis
Risk assessment
Opportunity evaluation
Strategic option comparison

Stakeholder Rehearsal

Pressure-test your ideas before the real meeting. The AI simulates specific stakeholder perspectives -- challenging your assumptions, asking tough questions, and helping you refine your arguments.

AI-simulated stakeholder roles
Board member perspectives
Investor challenge sessions
Tough question preparation
Argument refinement
Session summary & insights

Strategic Reframing

Apply 7 structured creative thinking methods to any business challenge. Systematically explore alternatives and generate fresh perspectives your team might miss.

Substitute / combine / adapt
Magnify / eliminate / reverse
Contrarian viewpoints
Cross-industry analogies
Assumption inversion
Multiple reframe outputs

Strategy Refresh Workspace

Upload your existing strategy documents and the AI audits them against current market conditions through structured conversation. Challenges assumptions, identifies gaps, and generates updated initiative lists.

Document upload & analysis
External context assessment
Strategic choice evaluation
Initiative inventory update
Guided AI conversation
Published refresh report

Interactive Visual Frameworks

Not just text outputs -- interactive matrices, force diagrams, heat maps, and canvas views populated with your company's data

SWOT Analysis

Identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats with strategic implications

OUTPUT:
Structured SWOT matrix with actionable strategic recommendations

Porter's Five Forces

Assess competitive intensity and profitability potential in your industry

OUTPUT:
Force analysis with strategic positioning recommendations

Business Model Canvas

Design and evaluate business models across 9 key building blocks

OUTPUT:
Visual canvas with assessment and optimization recommendations

BCG Matrix

Analyze portfolio of products or business units for resource allocation

OUTPUT:
Quadrant placement with investment recommendations

Ansoff Matrix

Evaluate growth strategies across markets and products

OUTPUT:
Risk-assessed growth strategy recommendations

Value Chain Analysis

Identify activities that create competitive advantage

OUTPUT:
Value chain map with optimization opportunities

Strategy Support for Every Need

How strategy teams use frameworks and decision tools to drive results

For Strategic Planning

Scenario:

Annual strategic planning needs comprehensive framework-driven analysis

Solution:

Apply 35+ interactive visual frameworks, create strategic chains for holistic analysis, and use Strategy Refresh to audit your existing plan against current market conditions.

Outcome:

Complete strategic plan in days instead of months

For Major Decisions

Scenario:

Evaluating make-or-buy decision for critical capability

Solution:

Model both paths with decision trees. Apply Strategic Reframing to surface alternatives your team might miss. Run scenario simulations to stress-test assumptions.

Outcome:

Data-driven decision with creative alternatives explored

For Board Presentations

Scenario:

Need to pressure-test proposed strategy before presenting to the board

Solution:

Use Stakeholder Rehearsal to practice against AI-simulated board members who challenge your reasoning. Refine arguments, prepare for tough questions, and walk in confident.

Outcome:

Fully rehearsed presentation with answers to every tough question

Real-World Strategic Success

How strategic frameworks drove a major expansion decision

Company Profile
Regional Healthcare Provider
The Challenge

Strategy team needed to evaluate market expansion into adjacent territories. Traditional consulting proposal was $150K with 8-week timeline, but board wanted recommendation in 2 weeks.

The Solution

Used Helm Strategy to apply multiple strategic frameworks, build decision trees, and run scenario simulations

Results Achieved
  • Completed comprehensive analysis in 5 days (vs. 8 weeks)
  • Applied 8 strategic frameworks vs. 2-3 in typical analysis
  • Modeled 12 scenarios vs. 3 in traditional approach
  • Generated board-ready presentation with anticipated Q&A
  • Saved $145K in consulting fees
  • Board approved recommended strategy unanimously

Start Strategic Planning with AI Guidance

Access 35+ frameworks, build strategic chains, and model complex decisions