A strategic mapping tool that identifies value creation and capture across the entire industry lifecycle.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install value-chain
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install value-chain using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
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What is Value Chain Analysis?
The Value Chain Analysis skill is a sophisticated strategic tool designed for Openclaw Skills users to dissect any industry or company structure. By mapping the journey from raw materials to the end customer, this skill helps developers and business analysts identify where margins are highest and where competitive advantages are truly built.
Built upon Porter's classic framework, this skill extends beyond simple internal operations to look at the entire extended industry value chain. It provides a structured methodology for assessing vertical integration, power dynamics, and strategic positioning to help organizations decide where to play and how to win.
Value Chain Analysis Use Cases
- Evaluating vertical integration opportunities to move upstream or downstream.
- Conducting competitive research to identify high-margin segments in a new market.
- Analyzing bargaining power to optimize procurement or sales strategies.
- Identifying disruptive threats by locating bottlenecks in the current industry structure.
How Value Chain Analysis Works
- Define the industry or company scope based on user-provided arguments.
- Map the sequential stages of the value chain from raw extraction to final consumption.
- Identify the key players and stakeholders operating at each specific stage.
- Analyze value creation by estimating margins and revenue shares for every segment.
- Conduct a power analysis using Porter's dimensions (Supplier Power, Buyer Power, Competition).
- Synthesize insights into strategic implications for integration, partnerships, and profitability.
Value Chain Analysis Setup
To use this skill within your Openclaw environment, ensure it is registered in your skills directory. You can trigger it using standard command patterns:
# Example of triggering the value chain analysis
openclaw run value-chain-analysis "Electric Vehicle Industry"
Value Chain Analysis Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill generates structured strategic reports and maintains data across the following schema:
| Data Point | Description | Format |
|---|---|---|
| Industry Map | Visual representation of stages and players | ASCII/Markdown Diagram |
| Distribution Table | Revenue share and margin per stage | Markdown Table |
| Power Matrix | Assessment of supplier/buyer bargaining power | Markdown Table |
| Strategic Implications | Actionable recommendations for the business | Numbered List |
Value Chain Analysis Advanced Features
- Support for extended industry value chain mapping including multi-tier suppliers.
- Comparative margin analysis across different geographic regions.
- Dynamic power analysis scoring using a 5-star rating system for overall stage power.
- Integration-ready outputs for further strategic planning or financial modeling.
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