This report provides a comprehensive analysis of IKEA's business environment, covering various aspects such as different types of organizations (private, public, voluntary), their purposes, size, and scope. It explores the interrelationships between organizational functions (marketing, HR, finance, etc.) and how they contribute to achieving organizational objectives and structures. The report also examines the complexities of different business structures, with a focus on IKEA as a case study. Furthermore, it identifies the positive and negative impacts of the macro environment (PESTLE model) on IKEA's operations and decision-making. A SWOT analysis is conducted to identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. The report concludes with an evaluation of how these factors influence IKEA's strategic decision-making processes.