...Dell Corporation, Strategic Case Analysis prepared by Ijaz Qureshi and John Mufich, Argosy University Business School, San Francisco, California, USA. Case Analysis: Dell Corporation By: Ijaz Qureshi & John Muffich For: Dr. Admassu Bezabah B7405 Business Policy Seminar Summer II: 2004 © Ijaz and John, Argosy Business School, Argosy University, San Francisco, California, USA 1 Dell Corporation, Strategic Case Analysis prepared by Ijaz Qureshi and John Mufich, Argosy University Business School, San Francisco, California, USA. Executive Summary: Dell computer was founded by Michael Dell at age of twenty one in his dorm at the University of Texas, Austin. Dell’s strategy is to build computer so that it can be order by the consumers. It’s build to order strategy has made Dell the most successful company in the information technology field. Dell sells its machines and other equipments directly to customers so it has eliminated the middleman. Dell has high margin because of direct sale strategy and customers get excellent state of the art machines at low cost compare to Dell’s competitors. Michael Dell’s visionary leadership has made Dell the second most successful PC maker in the industry. (IBM is the leader). Dell’s ability to adapt to changing circumstances is its great strength. One week after the September 11th 2001 attack, Dell reported selling 24,000 servers and desktops. Dell established mobile technology park in Washington D.C. and New York by converting...
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...Dell Corporation, Strategic Case Analysis prepared by Ijaz Qureshi and John Mufich, Argosy University Business School, San Francisco, California, USA. Case Analysis: Dell Corporation By: Ijaz Qureshi & John Muffich For: Dr. Admassu Bezabah B7405 Business Policy Seminar Summer II: 2004 © Ijaz and John, Argosy Business School, Argosy University, San Francisco, California, USA 1 Dell Corporation, Strategic Case Analysis prepared by Ijaz Qureshi and John Mufich, Argosy University Business School, San Francisco, California, USA. Executive Summary: Dell computer was founded by Michael Dell at age of twenty one in his dorm at the University of Texas, Austin. Dell’s strategy is to build computer so that it can be order by the consumers. It’s build to order strategy has made Dell the most successful company in the information technology field. Dell sells its machines and other equipments directly to customers so it has eliminated the middleman. Dell has high margin because of direct sale strategy and customers get excellent state of the art machines at low cost compare to Dell’s competitors. Michael Dell’s visionary leadership has made Dell the second most successful PC maker in the industry. (IBM is the leader). Dell’s ability to adapt to changing circumstances is its great strength. One week after the September 11th 2001 attack, Dell reported selling 24,000 servers and desktops. Dell established mobile technology park in Washington D.C. and New York by converting...
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...2013 For The Doctor of Business Administration Degree, D.B.A. David F. Black, B.A., M.B.A., C.D.P. Dr. Cliff Butler Argosy University/Seattle March 11, 2013 © Abstract This paper provides a summary review of B7312, Cultural Marketing Online Argosy Module I, a comparison of two different definitions of culture (Webster) (CARLA). An additional element of contrasting these two definitions is also provided. The overview provides discussion points for the classes of March 7th & 18th, 2013 or sooner as defined by Dr. Butler. Perspectives This paper is submitted in partial fulfillment of the B7312 Course Module I Assignment 1 for the Cultural Marketing Online Course Class on March 7, 2013, B7312, Spring II, 2013, Dr. Cliff Butler, AU-Seattle. Summary of Assignment This student is to write a talking-points paper for the selected definitions of culture as outlined in B7312 Cultural Marketing. After the two out of hundreds (Kluckholn) (CARLA) of cultural definitions are selected, this Doctoral candidate is to compare and contrast them. For this paper, the two selected definitions are from the Merriam-Webster Dictionary(Webster) and the University of Minnesota's Center for Research on Language Acquisition (CARLA). The review then concludes with a summary of perspectives discussed in Discussion Points. Brief Discussion Point - Two Different Definitions of Culture The...
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...The Marketing Plan Apple Inc. Brittany James Argosy University July 11,2014 Table of Contents 1. Executive Summary 2. Situational Analysis 3. Marketing Strategy 4. Financials 5. Controls 6. Summary Apple is the leading company in technology today. With the world turning towards technology in every aspect of life, Apple has been able to capitalize on each opportunity. The company products include personal computers, laptops, cellphones, tablets (ipads) and new product is soon to be introduced as the IWatch. With all these products, we ask, “ Is the industry growing?” Yes, it is. We live in an era where 5 year olds have the latest IPhone or IPad. Schools are requiring students to have some type of electronic device to even do the course work. Apple has become a household name with every turn of this technology age. With the increase of need and want for technology, Apple’s shares are soaring through the roof. According to Tim Brugger, Apple stocks are creeping to $100 a share, bumping against record highs. Apple is the dominant player in the marketplace. Brugger also states that Apple is the leading developer of new products, out-running Google (Android) and Microsoft (Windows). Moving forward, Apple has strategically developed a product that will sync with all your other I products. The iWatch is assumed to increase market shares for Apple as well as beat out the completion from Google, who has recently launched a smart watch. Globally Apple...
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...Table of Contents |Acknowledgement |2 | |Executive Summary |3 | | | | |1. Introduction |4 | |1.1. Background | | |1.2. Limitation of the Report | | |1.3. Report Organization | | | | | |2. Organization Development (OD) and Human Resources (HR) |5 | |2.1. Organization Development (OD) | | |2.2. Human Resources...
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...Patrick Ferriero Strategic Plan and Self-Reflection Summary M5A1 Argosy University Executive Summary For over the last one hundred years Harley Davidson has been the worldwide leader in the Motorcycle industry. The company which started in 1903 quickly gained notoriety for their quality products. The company went on to become an iconic American Brand gaining a huge, loyal customer base. The company eaw a set back in revenues in 2008 with recession in the economy but has been steadily gaining growth since. In 2013 the company had a revenue of of 5.3 billion dollars which was an increase of 6.4% from the year before. The company has made provisions to break into new market in India because of the steady growth in the country. The company introduced a new bike in the market as an introductory product to get into their market. The company is also marketing to new demographics such as new riders and the younger generation with their new bike. The company used a strategic plan to introduce the bike at an attractable, affordable price to gain the interest of the new markets. The company has competitive advantages that helps them in the entrance into the new market, advantages like a strong brand image and customer experience. Corporate leadership has also helped the company to get to where they are now. The company leaders has to make some strategic decisions to gain their foot place in the market and to cost costs to increase revenues. The company leaders also stand behind...
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...An Effective Training Evaluation Plan Tasha R Evans M3: Assignment 2 Argosy University Executive Summary The purpose of this report is to provide information as to why our training department is an essential component to our company, Davenport & Associates, Inc. with the need to cut company cost. This report has considered ways to improve the skill and performance of each employee, due to the advancement of technology. Introduction Davenport & Associates, Inc. is a private nursing staffing agency specializing in matching and placing qualified nurses with the best employers. Davenport & Associates, Inc. is a highly respectable company serving customers throughout the United States. Within the next 12 months, Davenport & Associates, Inc. plans to expand business internationally. With the demands of new clients, quality training courses and training of staff is very crucial to this organization. This report was created to provide information as to why our training department is essential to our company Davenport & Associates while having to cut company cost. We first have to ask ourselves if there are required skills being put to use within the company. The reason for the need to train each employee is due to the advancement in technology, and also improving performance. These two essential attributes would be a major benefit for the employee, as well as the company. While gathering information, it is important to ensure that each employee...
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...Nurrific Water Bottling Company Tamikia Washington Argosy University Table of Contents Introduction to Marketing 6 MARKETING 6 The Marketing Mix 6 PRICE 6 PRODUCT 7 PLACE 7 PROMOTION 7 The Marketing Environment 7 Marketing and its relationship with other functional areas of business 8 RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT 8 Human Resource 8 Customer service 9 Planning 9 Goals and Objectives 9 Planning Gap 9 Ethics in Marketing 10 Market Research 10 Research methods & Data Mining 10 Market Research Process 11 Consumer Behavior 11 B2C vs. B2B 11 Marketing to B2B 11 Marketing to B2C 11 Consumer Decision Making Process 12 Factors Affecting B2C and B2B consumer behavior 12 Market Segmentation 12 Market Segmentation Concepts 12 Behavioral 12 Demographic 12 Geographic 12 PRODUCT 13 o Core product 13 o Actual product 13 o Augmented product 13 Product life cycle 13 o Introduction Stage 13 o Growth Stage 13 o Maturity Stage 13 o Decline Stage 14 BSC model 14 Services Marketing 14 Price determination and Pricing Strategies 14 Supply 14 Demand 15 Competition 15 Objectives and Strategies 15 o Price skimming 15 o Price penetration 15 Distribution channel 16 Logistical arm 16 Marketing arm 17 Length and width 17 Direct and indirect 17 o Direct channels 17 o Indirect channel 17 Verbal & Horizontal channel conflict 17 Verbal channel 17 Horizontal...
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...M2 discussion managerial accounting Unit 2: Module 2 - M2 Assignment 1 Discussion Discussion Assignment Assignment 1: Discussion—Activity-Based Costing System Activity-based costing is one of the most accurate methods that can be used to allocate overhead. However, it is not often used in many smaller organizations due to the substantial cost involved with its implementation. Using the module readings and the Argosy University online library resources, research the activity-based costing method. Use your research and/or your experiences as a working professional to complete this assignment. Respond to the following: If you have utilized an activity-based costing system in your former or current employment, describe how this system had been used. In your response, be sure to include your experience and position on the effectiveness of the activity-based costing system. Support your ideas by drawing on your readings and scholarly articles. If you have not encountered this type of system in your work experience, assume a company needs to switch to an ABC system. Describe the common cost drivers that could be used. How would the organization identify the cost drivers? How would the organization use them in the implementation of this system? You may use your former or current company for the analysis. Write your initial response in 3–4 paragraphs. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. By Saturday, June 21, 2014, post your response...
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...BELHAVEN UNIVERSITY Jackson, Mississippi A CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY OF LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES FOUNDED IN 1883 CATALOGUE 2014-2015 EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2014 Directory of Communication Mailing Address: Belhaven University 1500 Peachtree St. Jackson, MS 39202 Belhaven University 535 Chestnut St. Suite 100 Chattanooga, TN 37402 Belhaven University 7111 South Crest Parkway Southaven, MS 38671 Belhaven University – LeFleur 4780 I-55 North Suite 125 Jackson, MS 39211 Belhaven University 15115 Park Row Suite 175 Houston, TX 77084 Belhaven University Online 1500 Peachtree St. Box 279 Jackson, MS 39202 Belhaven University 1790 Kirby Parkway Suite 100 Memphis, TN 38138 Belhaven University 4151 Ashford Dunwoody Rd. Suite 130 Atlanta, GA 30319 Belhaven University 5200 Vineland Rd. Suite 100 Orlando, FL 32811 Traditional Admission Adult and Graduate Studies Admission – Jackson Atlanta Chattanooga Desoto Houston Memphis Orlando Alumni Relations/Development Belhaven Fax Business Office Campus Operations Integrated Marketing Registrar Student Life Security Student Financial Planning Student Development Online Admission Online Student Services (601) 968-5940 or (800) 960-5940 (601) 968-5988 or Fax (601) 352-7640 (404) 425-5590 or Fax (404) 425-5869 (423) 265-7784 or Fax (423) 265-2703 (622) 469-5387 (281) 579-9977 or Fax (281) 579-0275 (901) 896-0184 or Fax (901) 888-0771 (407) 804-1424 or Fax (407) 367-3333 (601) 968-5980 (601) 968-9998 (601) 968-5901 (601) 968-5904 (601) 968-5930 (601) 968-5922...
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...1 CHAPTER I CHAPTER II CHAPTER III CHAPTER IV CHAPTER V CHAPTER VI CHAPTER VII CHAPTER VIII CHAPTER IX CHAPTER X CHAPTER XI CHAPTER XII CHAPTER XIII CHAPTER XIV CHAPTER XV CHAPTER XVI Chapter XVIII CHAPTER XVII CHAPTER XVIII CHAPTER XIX CHAPTER XX CHAPTER XXI CHAPTER XXII CHAPTER XXIII CHAPTER XXIV CHAPTER XXV CHAPTER XXVI CHAPTER XXVII CHAPTER XXVIII CHAPTER XXIX CHAPTER XXX CHAPTER XXXI The Art of Public Speaking BY 2 The Art of Public Speaking BY J. BERG ESENWEIN AUTHOR OF "HOW TO ATTRACT AND HOLD AN AUDIENCE," "WRITING THE SHORT-STORY," "WRITING THE PHOTOPLAY," ETC., ETC., AND DALE CARNAGEY PROFESSOR OF PUBLIC SPEAKING, BALTIMORE SCHOOL OF COMMERCE AND FINANCE; INSTRUCTOR IN PUBLIC SPEAKING, Y.M.C.A. SCHOOLS, NEW YORK, BROOKLYN, BALTIMORE, AND PHILADELPHIA, AND THE NEW YORK CITY CHAPTER, AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF BANKING THE WRITER'S LIBRARY EDITED BY J. BERG ESENWEIN THE HOME CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL SPRINGFIELD, MASS. PUBLISHERS Copyright 1915 THE HOME CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL ALL RIGHTS RESERVED TO F. ARTHUR METCALF FELLOW-WORKER AND FRIEND Table of Contents THINGS TO THINK OF FIRST--A FOREWORD * CHAPTER I--ACQUIRING CONFIDENCE BEFORE AN AUDIENCE * CHAPTER II--THE SIN OF MONOTONY DALE CARNAGEY * CHAPTER III--EFFICIENCY THROUGH EMPHASIS AND SUBORDINATION * CHAPTER IV--EFFICIENCY THROUGH CHANGE OF PITCH * CHAPTER V--EFFICIENCY THROUGH CHANGE OF PACE * CHAPTER VI--PAUSE AND POWER * CHAPTER VII--EFFICIENCY THROUGH INFLECTION * CHAPTER VIII--CONCENTRATION IN DELIVERY...
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