SWOT Analysis of Humanity

We have watched the birth, childhood and growth of modern industrial society. Now it is time for us to take stock of ourselves. Who are we, and where are we going? One way to do this is to carry out a SWOT analysis of humanity.

SWOT is a method of analyzing a group or organization by looking at its Strengths and Weaknesses and at the Opportunities and Threats which it faces. After the analysis the managers of the enterprise have to decide what to do.

What follows is the author’s analysis. Perhaps before you read it, perhaps you should do your own?