Essays Tagged: "s sales"

Ge studies.

Company backgroundFrom jet engines to TV broadcasting; plastics to power plants, General Electric (GE) is plugged in to most business ... casting; plastics to power plants, General Electric (GE) is plugged in to most businesses that have shaped the modern world. The company produces aircraft engines, locomotives and other transportation ... ld. The company produces aircraft engines, locomotives and other transportation equipment, appliances (kitchen and laundry equipment), lighting, electric distribution and control equipment, generators ...

(3 pages) 186 0 4.7 Jul/2003

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers

Maketing strategy "PEPSI IN CHINA"

Pepsi in ChinaPepsi, with a global business turnover of $29.292 billion, ranked 92 among the Fortune 50 ... naPepsi, with a global business turnover of $29.292 billion, ranked 92 among the Fortune 500 and first among all beverage makers in 1997. The major product of the company--Pepsi Cola -- is enjoying an ... The major product of the company--Pepsi Cola -- is enjoying an increasing popularity among young consumers all over the world.The progress Pepsi has made in China is even more impressive. According to ...

(5 pages) 242 0 5.0 Dec/2003

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Marketing

"Lord of the Flies" by William Golding

Lord of the FliesBy: William GoldingLord of the Flies is an entertaining allegory novel that teaches a valuable less ... liam GoldingLord of the Flies is an entertaining allegory novel that teaches a valuable lesson to its readers. The author of this book is William Golding. Even better he has the experience to back up ... hor of this book is William Golding. Even better he has the experience to back up the lesson of the story. During World War II he joined the Royal Army, where he served in command of a rocket-launcher ...

(6 pages) 97 1 4.1 Jan/2004

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > North American

The ALDI Success Story - An Organisational Profile

The ALDI Success StoryAn Organisational Profile by Kai F. Mahnert, DBMKConducted for Ivan McPhillips, Lecture ... An Organisational Profile by Kai F. Mahnert, DBMKConducted for Ivan McPhillips, Lecturer in Enterprise Development, GMITA PortraitIn 1948 brothers Karl and Theo Albrecht opened a small grocery store i ... n 1948 brothers Karl and Theo Albrecht opened a small grocery store in Essen, Germany. Due to the post war shortages in supplies and the size and capital of their business the brothers had only a smal ...

(8 pages) 127 0 3.8 Feb/2004

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers

New Balance Athletic Shoes - A case study for operation management

Operations Management and Management Science Case StudyCapacity PlanningNew Balance Athletic Shoes... Management Science Case StudyCapacity PlanningNew Balance Athletic ShoesSummaryJames Davis is the president and general manager of New Balance Athletic Shoes. The Boston, Massachusett ... r of New Balance Athletic Shoes. The Boston, Massachusetts based company began producing corrective shoes and arch supports in 1906. New Balance garnered a reputation for quality specialty footwear w ...

(7 pages) 386 0 2.8 Mar/2004

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Case Studies > Clothing, Footwear and Cosmetics

Gillette Financial Analysis This assignment was intended to solicit a complete financial analysis of a publicly traded company in the U.S. for the fiscal year ending 2003.

Company DescriptionThe Gillette Company operates in many locations around the world to deliver services from a ... te Company operates in many locations around the world to deliver services from any of their five business segments: razors, toiletries, batteries, oral care, and Braun. Gillette's razor division prod ... razors, toiletries, batteries, oral care, and Braun. Gillette's razor division products are MACH3, Sensor, SensorExcel, Trac II, Atra, and Good News. The toiletries division is made up of Gillette Se ...

(7 pages) 500 0 3.0 Mar/2004

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Case Studies

Case Study Analysis Ideal Standard France: Pat Paterson

Ideal Standard France (ISF) has been in operation for 75 years, the two primary manufactured goods are hea ... nce (ISF) has been in operation for 75 years, the two primary manufactured goods are heating products and sanitary china products. ISF has accounted for over one-third of the total sales and approxima ... ts. ISF has accounted for over one-third of the total sales and approximately one-half of heating business in Europe. Heating products make up approximately 90% of ISF's sales.Strengths, weaknesses, O ...

(9 pages) 97 0 4.2 Mar/2004

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Case Studies

The Trouble with Wet Seal {introduction, history of the retailer,identify a problem, make a plan of action, and then find ways to implement your plan, and conclusion}

Introduction/ThesisWet Seal prides their merchandise as being "first, fresh, fun, and definitely fun". Although that ... se as being "first, fresh, fun, and definitely fun". Although that saying once held true, today Wet Seal's sales are quickly declining. Though this could be due to a number of reasons, one of the most ... e quickly declining. Though this could be due to a number of reasons, one of the most imperative causes is the failing to understand exactly who their target customer is. It seemed they had jumped on ...

(5 pages) 52 0 3.5 May/2004

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Case Studies

Matel case study

Question 1:Jill Barat Became CEO of Mattel on August 22, 1996. She had served the company for 15 years ... arat Became CEO of Mattel on August 22, 1996. She had served the company for 15 years and during these years as product manager for Barbie she tripled Barbie's sales to $ 1.4 billion between 1988 and ... she tripled Barbie's sales to $ 1.4 billion between 1988 and 1995As CEO, Jill Barad primary goal was to grow earnings per share in line with the company's stated goal of 15 % per annum compounded bef ...

(4 pages) 120 0 0.0 May/2004

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Case Studies

Black Diamond-- case analysis

IntroductionAn emergency happened in early January (January 1st, 2nd or 3rd) when Jeff Jamison was climbing a frozen waterfall with a Black Prophet, which is a n ... ozen waterfall with a Black Prophet, which is a new product from Black Diamond. The Black Prophet was broken as Jeff sunk it into the ice at the top of the last pitch of the climb. The climber did not ... Jeff sunk it into the ice at the top of the last pitch of the climb. The climber did not injury himself but the situation really scared him. Although the Black Prophet had not launched to the market ...

(8 pages) 67 0 4.0 Jul/2004

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers

A general report of Sony Corp to CEO in 2003

IntroductionAlthough the global economy showed some signs of growth last year, the military action in Iraq contributed to increased economic ... f growth last year, the military action in Iraq contributed to increased economic uncertainty in this year, especially in the USA, and the year ended without any indications of a recovery. Recently, S ... , and the year ended without any indications of a recovery. Recently, Sony is doing well, but under such difficult market conditions, Sony's sales for 2003 decreased approximately 1.5 percent and oper ...

(6 pages) 86 0 4.4 Jul/2004

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Marketing

WILTECH INDIA

Wiltech is a company founded in 1979. Its core business is the shavings products. It started to sell in the I ... 1979. Its core business is the shavings products. It started to sell in the India market, which had some competitors as: Malhorta, Contron, Erasmic, and Gillette. Gillette is a potential strong compet ... alhorta, Contron, Erasmic, and Gillette. Gillette is a potential strong competitor, which Wiltech was worried about its next moves in the market.In 1983, Wiltech was facing some important issues, but ...

(2 pages) 69 3 4.7 Aug/2004

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Case Studies

Marketing plan for amazon

Proposed Marketing Plan for Amazon.comEXECUTIVE SUMMARY Amazon.com has experienced exceptional growth sin ... lan for Amazon.comEXECUTIVE SUMMARY Amazon.com has experienced exceptional growth since the company's inception in early 1994. The company has grown to a massive online superstore with recent sales of ... mpany has grown to a massive online superstore with recent sales of $1.64 billion in 1999, an increase of 270% from the previous year's sales. The stellar grow of the company's sales can be attributed ...

(41 pages) 776 1 5.0 Dec/2004

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Marketing

AMWAY: An argument on how the strategic capability of this organisation could further be developed

Introduction/Company backgroundAccording to the official Amway website at www.amway.com, Amway is one of the world's largest direct marketing companies. Founded by Ri ... www.amway.com, Amway is one of the world's largest direct marketing companies. Founded by Rich De Vos and Jay Van Andels in Michigan in 1959, Amway's sales were more than half a million US dollars dur ... an Andels in Michigan in 1959, Amway's sales were more than half a million US dollars during its first year of business. In 1980, the company had its first billion dollar year of estimated retail. In ...

(10 pages) 111 0 3.0 Jan/2005

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Management

Intro to Marketing - Study Notes for the Test (Continues)

Psychographic segmentation is often part of an overall segmentation strategy.Psychographic studies ma ... ntation strategy.Psychographic studies may be implemented to develop lifelike, 3-dimentional profiles of lifestyles of the firm's target market.When combined with demographic and geographic characteri ... styles of the firm's target market.When combined with demographic and geographic characteristics , psychographics become imortant in understanding the behaviour of present and potential target markets ...

(3 pages) 111 0 2.0 Jan/2005

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Marketing

Taco Bell - HBR Case Study

Executive Summary:In 1983, Taco Bell Inc. was suffering from a problem of identity. In order to be a successfu ... identity. In order to be a successful company, Taco Bell needed to clearly identify what type of business it wanted to be in: Mexican food business or fast-food business.In this case study we will re ... : Mexican food business or fast-food business.In this case study we will review the company and industry background, where the fast-food market was an upcoming industry in the 1960s and 1970s.In addit ...

(6 pages) 136 0 5.0 Mar/2005

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Case Studies

The Pepsi Challenge, Rusia

The Pepsi Corporation began in 1893 when pharmacist Caleb Bradham formulated the drink. The first few decad ... tion began in 1893 when pharmacist Caleb Bradham formulated the drink. The first few decades for Pepsi were difficult due to the fact that Pepsi almost went bankrupt three times. The strategy of under ... he fact that Pepsi almost went bankrupt three times. The strategy of under pricing Coke in the 1930's paid off huge dividends for the Pepsi Corporation, and they were able to catch up some lost ground ...

(14 pages) 77 0 2.5 Apr/2005

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Management

Company Cashflow Summary Analysis of Target and Walmart.

Target Corporation is performing spectacularly well. Recent reports have indicated spectacular figures and satisfying gr ... ng spectacularly well. Recent reports have indicated spectacular figures and satisfying gross profits. It reported sales of $39.9 billion for the most recent fiscal year, mainly from its 1,100 Target ... rted sales of $39.9 billion for the most recent fiscal year, mainly from its 1,100 Target stores, pushing it ahead of Kmart to make Target the nation's second biggest discounter ("Target"). Analysts a ...

(3 pages) 226 0 5.0 Nov/2005

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Case Studies

Carrington Furniture

Executive SummaryRecently, Carrington Furniture has acquired an upholstery company, Lea Meadows, Inc. With the ... on Furniture has acquired an upholstery company, Lea Meadows, Inc. With the merger, the company faces a problem: what sales technique to utilize for the future of Lea Meadows. The company is faced wit ... nique to utilize for the future of Lea Meadows. The company is faced with the choice of the current sales agents or implementing a dedicated sales force similar to the one in place at Carrington. With ...

(6 pages) 93 0 3.0 Apr/2006

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Case Studies

Mediquip SA Case

Company AnalysisMediquip S.A., a subsidiary of Technologie Universelle, is a manufacturer of CT scanners, X-Rays, ... of Technologie Universelle, is a manufacturer of CT scanners, X-Rays, ultrasonic, and nuclear diagnostic equipment. Their competitors consist of other European companies such as Sigma FNC, Eldora, Mag ... sist of other European companies such as Sigma FNC, Eldora, Magna, and Piper. Even though Mediquip is a fairly new player in the medical equipment market compared to their competitors, they hold a glo ...

(5 pages) 69 0 0.0 May/2006

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Case Studies