Corporate Analysis Company Overview Drake and Scull International PSJC (Drake and Scull) is a company established in 1966 in Abu Dhabi and has been working in the UAE’s construction industry since then. However, the company has also extended its operations across the globe and opened offices in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Algeria, India, Europe, North Africa, and Qatar, etc. Drake and Scull offer construction services that include building, design, and management of commercial and industrial buildings, including water, and power construction facilities. The company also works on the construction of infrastructure, oil, and gas supply pipelines, and facilities, including building and infrastructure development services for its international clients. Currently, it has more than 21,000 employees working in seven different countries. The competitor company selected for comparative analysis Arabtec Holding PSJC. Objectives, Vision, & Mission The principal objectives of Drake & Scull are as follows.   * To improve operational performances.   * To right-size its business by focusing on new clients.   * To complete its pending capital restructuring programs.   * To optimize the company’s value in the global market. Other objectives of the company also include merging and integrating core functions and reduce bottom-line performance. The long-term strategic goal of Drake & Scull is to bridge the gap between design and construction management. The vision of Drake & Scull is to become a market leader by capitalizing upon its brand values and traditions. The primary mission of Drake & Scull is to provide an integrated design in general contracting, deliver world-class projects, oil, and gas, infrastructure and rail, wastewater treatment, and supply of water through its inherent values. The three values of the company are innovation, people, and passion. Business Environment The PESTLE Analysis is used to identify the impact of different elements of the construction industry. Political Since the formation of its alliance of seven states in 1971, the UAE enjoys an exceptional form of political stability. The government of the UAE invests a lot of money in the development of its infrastructure that gives a massive boost to the construction industry’s economy. Furthermore, the government’s “Strategic Plan 2015” has further enhanced the construction industry in the UAE as DH80 billion will be spent on infrastructure development. Economics The economic situation of the UAE’s construction industry consistently fluctuates. For instance, the country’s financial growth rate dropped from 11% in 2006 to 5.2% in 2007. However, its recent Strategic Plan 2015 and Dubai Expo 2020 has again increased the economic growth of the country. Social Socially, people are very satisfied with the UAE’s construction business. Society admires the infrastructure of the country. Both residents and non-residents are investing their money in buying newly constructed houses. Additionally, a zero-crime rate has further enhanced the value of infrastructure development in the UAE. Technology The construction companies in the UAE construction industry have adopted new technologies and machinery. Many