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Effective Copilot - Exercise - Researchers
The Copilot Researcher agent uses a powerful reasoning of chain-of-thought model to attempt larger and more complex tasks, often by breaking them down into subtasks and executing these step by step. These tasks may take a few minutes to complete.
Use Researcher to act as a management consultant. This example case study involves defining a strategy for the company for the next 10 years. Here are some suggested terms of reference but feel free to change them, or to use an entirely different case study.
SEGRO Strategy Review (2025 – 2035) – Terms of Reference
Purpose
- Define a data-driven plan to accelerate growth and profitability over the next 5–10 years.
- Safeguard and enhance SEGRO’s leadership in European logistics and urban warehousing.
Objectives
- Benchmark current competitive position and identify gaps/opportunities.
- Prioritise innovation-led initiatives that unlock new revenue or cost efficiencies.
Scope
- Markets: UK & Continental Europe; focus on urban logistics and big-box distribution.
- Horizon: To 2035
Key Questions
- Where does SEGRO hold, gain or risk losing competitive advantage?
- How can technology and sustainability trends reshape demand, returns and tenant retention?
Deliverables
- Concise competitive benchmark & SWOT matrix with quantified value drivers.
- 5- & 10-year roadmap of strategic options ranked by impact, risk and speed.
Methodology
- Market and peer analysis combined with stakeholder interviews and customer surveys.
- Scenario modelling and design-thinking sprints to stress-test and refine options.
Assumptions
- Stable macro outlook with continued demand for prime logistics assets.
- Regulatory landscape evolves primarily around ESG compliance requirements.