...Leveraging VAS with Franchise Business Model Sonu Jain ,Vivek Rao Alcatel-Lucent – Plot 406, Udyog Vihar Phase-3, Gurgaon, India Sonu.jain@alcatel-lucent.com , vivek.rao@alcatel-lucent.com Introduction Telecommunications service providers expect business model transformation to be the primary source of value over the next coming years. It is a forgone conclusion that value collaboration with external partners will be critical as they structure these new business models. In this changing landscape, the winners will be those companies that understand consumers' needs and focuses on usability, actually giving control back to the users. To provide such a consumer-centric experience both technology and content would be equally important. Revenues from content-related services would be generated either in the form of subscription-based revenue or through advertising. Even the advertisement needs to be relevant to the customer. Motivation This whitepaper attempts to bring forward a new business model to cater to such changing scenario. The central theme is to push the customer interaction and engagement as close to the customer as possible so that it can become more customers centric and relevant. [pic] Figure 1 Figure 1 shows best way to address this gap using franchises. A transformation from the existing SILO architecture towards a layered architecture which is a mix of franchisee model. While preparing this new model we have extensively researched and...
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...years. ERP refers to a business management system that comprises integrated sets of comprehensive software that can manage and integrate all the business functions within an organization (Shehab et al.). When implemented correctly, ERP is a high-cost investment but also offers high return as it enables companies to centralize their day-to-day operations in real time. Cloud computing technology enables convenient, on-demand network access to a shared pool of configurable computing resources that can be provisioned and released with minimal management effort or service provider interaction (Mell et al.). There are three service models in cloud computing: Software as a Service (SaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS). SaaS is capability provided to the consumer to use the software provider's applications running on a cloud infrastructure, with applications accessible from various client devices (Mell et al.). PaaS is capability provided to the consumer to deploy onto the cloud infrastructure consumer-created or acquired applications created using programming languages and tools supported by the provider (Mell et al.). IaaS is capability provided to the consumer to provision processing, storage, networks, and other fundamental computing resources in which the consumer is able to deploy and run arbitrary software (Mell et al.). For the purposes of this paper, we will focus on a specific module of ERP running on a specific model in cloud computing....
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...& Design Assignment #1 – Chapter #1 Introduction to Systems Analysis and Design Personal Trainer, Inc. Business Profile Personal Trainer, Inc. is a successful, growing fitness center company that is about to expand with a possible new supercenter approach to fitness. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Personal Trainer is about to enter the International Market by expanding into Toronto, Canada. This entry will be their first implementation of the “SuperCenter” business model. This model will include features not currently found in their other fitness centers such as a health food store, a teen center, and special programs for various ages of child care, and computer café where members can have online access to customized training programs and progress reports. Included in the “SuperCenter” model will be the basic services offered at all centers like a large exercise area with state-of-the-art equipment, a swimming pool, snack bar, child care, and a sporting goods shop. Business Processes The finance side of the business utilizes account payable, receivable, and general ledger software by BumbleBee, a popular accounting package. A user productivity system for word processing and membership management is provided by the Microsoft Office productivity suite of Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook and Publisher. Business Processes: Accounts Payable: Pay for goods received from suppliers or service providors Accounts Receivable:...
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... Next Types Research Papers Book Notes Categories African-American Studies Agricultural Studies Anthropology Archaeology Architecture See all 39 Categories Written Any Past Month Past Year Past 2 Years Past 3 Years Pages 1-5 6-10 11-20 21-30 31-50 51+ Views 0-100 101-200 201-300 301+ My Turn to be a Manager Research Paper on Business | Mar 23, 2014 | 4 Pages | 3 Sources | 0 Downloads | 0 0 This course assignment responds to the prompt to provide three things the student learned about being a good manager. Additinoally, the student is asked to decipher three companies' organizational charts to examine the company's use of organizational design. Effective Manager Research Paper on Business | Mar 22, 2014 | 9 Pages | 13 Sources | 0 Downloads | 0 0 This paper researchs the concepts and realities of leadership. The author examines what it means in an organization to be a manager and compares that which the characteristics of a leader. The aim of this paper is to discuss what... McDonald's Approach to Supply Chain Sustainability Research Paper on Business | Nov 28, 2014 | 4 Pages | 4 Sources | 0 Downloads | 0 0 This case study examines how McDonalds created a sustainable supply chain that was profitable, yielded high quality products without supply interruption. The author provides a theorectical explanation of how he...
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...The Guide to the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge™ Version 2.0 Framework www.theiiba.org Introduction Purpose This document is intended to provide an overview of the framework developed for version 2.0 of the Business Analysis Body of Knowledge™ (BABOK™). Scope The term “scope” is used to mean a number of different things, but two definitions predominate: • Solution scope is the set of capabilities a solution must support to meet the business need. • Project scope is the work necessary to construct and implement a particular solution. When the BABOK refers to “scope”, the solution scope is meant unless we specifically say otherwise. The definition and management of the solution scope is central to business analysis, and differentiates it from project management (which is concerned with the project scope). Key Concepts Business Analysis Business analysis is the set of tasks and techniques used to work as a liaison among stakeholders in order to understand the structure, policies, and operations of an organization, and recommend solutions that enable the organization to achieve its goals. The BABOK is intended to describe and define business analysis as a discipline, rather than define the responsibilities of a person with the job title of business analyst (which may vary significantly between organizations). Business analysis may be performed by people with job titles such as systems analyst, process analyst, project manager, product manager, developer, QA...
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...SCHOOL OF BUSINESS BMIS300 – Management Information System Sec: D Beirut campus Analysis of Mc Donald's Information System Done By: Rawan Al- Masri To: Dr. Abdo Haidar Year: Spring 2015 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT First of all I'm thankful to Almighty Allah who gave me strength for the completion of this project. Next, I'm heartedly thankful to my most respected and honored course instructor of Management Information System, Dr. Abdo Haidar who gave me an opportunity to do this project, and for his guidance, efficient teaching, and cooperation. . This study greatly acknowledges the cooperation and assistance of all those employees of McDonald’s, whose favors have helped me to precede my project, for that I'm very grateful. Table of Content 1. Executive Summary 2 2. Organizational Overview 3 3. Issue Analysis 12 4. Analysis of Information Systems 14 4.1 Customer relationship management 14 4.2 Knowledge Management 19 4.3 E-Procurement and McDonald’s 25 4.4 Supply Chain and Logistic Management Definition 29 5. Details Analysis of suggested Systems 35 6. Organizational Impact of Recent Systems 36 7. An overall analysis of organization 40 Conclusion: 42 Reference 44 Analysis of Mc Donald’s Information systems Executive Summary McDonalds is the world's largest chain of burger fast food and perhaps is one of the fastest and rapidly growing fast food chain restaurants in the world. It uses various...
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...computing is a technical architecture that meets a specific business need. This chapter traces the roots of cloud computing from its origins in mainframe distributed computing, discusses the basics of the cloud computing model today, and offers insights for future directions that are likely to be pursued in the cloud computing arena. A number of challenges to cloud computing are identified, including concerns of security and how to deal with the rise of mobile computing. The chapter ends with recommendations on how to choose which cloud model is most appropriate to meet your organization’s needs and how to establish a successful cloud strategy. INTRODUCTION: DEFINING THE CLOUD I shall not today attempt further to define the kinds of material I understand to be embraced within that shorthand description; and perhaps I could never succeed in intelligibly doing so. But I know it when I see it. ~ Hon. Potter Stewart (U.S. Supreme Court Justice) Why did Gartner Research place cloud computing at the top of the list of most important technology focus areas for the past three years straight (Avram, 2011; Gartner, 2010; McDonald, 2010)? In today’s world of tight budgets and even tighter profit margins, speed to capability is paramount; cloud computing has proven effective in enterprise class business environments (Zhang, Zhang, Chen, & Huo, 2010). As Golden (2010) identifies in the Harvard Business Review, cloud computing is a key enabler for the business agility so...
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...The current issue and full text archive of this journal is available at www.emeraldinsight.com/0959-0552.htm The Body Shop and the role of design in retail branding Tony Kent and Dominic Stone The School of Creative Enterprise, London College of Communication, University of the Arts London, London, UK Abstract Purpose – To demonstrate how a company’s retail store design relates to its brand and is influenced by, and contributes to, its corporate values. Design/methodology/approach – The case study briefly summarises the significance of corporate values, branding and design in the retail industry, and subsequently explores The Body Shop’s application of these elements to its business. The case study is contextualised by The Body Shop’s retail environment forming a particularly important communication channel for the company. Findings – The Body Shop has in many ways been the victim of its own success. Being a unique proposition, and having effectively created its own retail category, it has appeared slow to evolve its brand identity. The strong association between the company and its campaigning founder, increasing competition and changing consumer attitudes, have been significant factors in the company’s struggle to re-align and update its brand. Research limitations/implications – The case study largely draws on secondary sources. However, it is informed by one of the authors’ experience and knowledge of The Body Shop’s design process, which has previously remained unpublished...
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...quality products with the best raw materials, healthy and friendly environment ingredients, and they also serve alcohol. 2. Corporate//Business strategy: Chipotle brings on outside investors and McDonald's enters the picture, purely as an investment partner. From then on, Chipotle starts to extend its market to outside of Colorado. In the period from 2001 to 2006, Chipotle expands from under 100 locations to 466, expanding into more than 30 states. And in 2008, McDonald's says goodbye to Chipotle, spinning off the company in an IPO on the NYSE (CMG). From then on, Chipotle has shown its significant growth and has its first home run in 2012. The company follows the strategy predicated on five elements: serving a focus menu, using high-quality ingredient and classic methods, creating operationally efficient restaurant with aesthetically pleasing and distinctive interior settings, taking good care of each customer and protect the environment. 3. Industry Analysis/ five forces models: —rivals: Chipotle has made a home run with the model of Mexican Grills. Compare to other rivals, it has higher competitive strengths and higher financial performance. But for the new model which is the ShopHouse, there are still some weaknesses as well as threats that are not fully concerned yet. After all, with some suitable changes in the strategy, the new model – ShopHouse can help Chipotle make a second home run. —New entrants: The threat of new entrants is extremely high in the fast casual...
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...several other benefits. The basic meaning of cloud computing is the storing and accessing of data and programs over internet rather than one’s computer’s hard drive. The cloud is defined as a collection of interconnected IT services and infrastructures, which are accessible through a network (Erl et al., 2013). Cloud computing enables multiple users to share resources, which are located dynamically and used as per the demand. The main aim of cloud computing is that it allows users to use all the technologies, without requiring to have deep knowledge or expertise about each one (Rhoton, 2010). The cloud services aims to reduce the cost of setting up and maintaining IT infrastructure instead it enables the user to concentrate on the core business. Cloud computing services provides the advantage of fewer operational issues, which is a great advantage for the small and medium size businesses since it allows they do not have to own the resources such as servers, software and infrastructure and can use the resources of the service provider. Cloud computing services allow the users to transfer data between different systems without locking the businesses into one provider (Nielsen, 2013). The other advantages of cloud are that it provides flexibility of changing resources quickly and enables remote access to the programs and applications, which are owned and maintained by the vendors or resellers. The report discusses about cloud computing and its growth prospects. The report further...
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...Building a Visionary Company James C. Collins Jerry I. Porras Above all, there was the ability to build and build and build—never stopping, never looking back, never finishing—the institution.... In the last analysis, Walt Disney's greatest aeation was Walt Disney [the company]. —Richard Schickel, The Disney Version' I have concentrated all along on building the finest retailing company that we possibly could. Period. Creating a huge personal fortune was never particularly a goal of mine. —Sam Walton, Founder, Wal-Mart^ magine you met a remarkable person who could look at the sun or stars at any time of day or night and state the exact time and date: "It's April 23, 1401, 2:36 A.M., and 12 seconds." This person would be an amazing time teller, and we'd probably revere that person for the ability to tell time. But wouldn't that person be even more amazing if, instead of telling the time, he or she built a clock that could tell the time forever, even after he or she was dead and gone?' Having a great idea or being a charismatic visionary leader is "time telling"; building a company that can prosper far beyond the presence of any single leader and through multiple product life cycles is "clock building." The builders of visionary companies tend to be clock builders, not time tellers. They concentrate primarily on building an organization—building a ticking clock— From 6u/;t to Last by James C. Collins and Jerry I. Porras. Copyright © 1994 by James C. Collins and Jerry...
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...Strategic Management And Leadership Name: Course: Lecturer: Date: Strategic Management And Leadership Question 1 It has been said that being the best in any field is not a daunting fete, the real measure of success lies in remaining at the top. The BMW group has confirmed its position as a great company by being the leading premium manufacturer the world over in the automobile industry. This fete is attested by having record sales and marginal profits that surpass €4 billion. This success has been attributed to the implementation of strong strategic capabilities that have led to competitive advantage combined with an effective innovation strategy (Lauterborn, 1990). An innovation strategy that proved to be of value dates back to the year 2000 when the company came up with future segments to be included in the future designs of the company’s product lines. In the accordance with this redesign, the motor vehicles were to the forecasted changed in terms consumer tastes fashion, behavior and preferences. These were realized after a commissioned consumer research. This product initiative enabled the company to focus on the market segments where the company needed to concentrate in the future (Proctor, 2000). With the presence of market dynamism in terms of tastes, there arises a differentiated market with more focused segments. This means that any company keen on developing its market share has to take a strategic risk with as much market information as possible...
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...Asian Journal of Business Management 4(4): 359-366, 2012 ISSN: 2041-8752 © Maxwell Scientific Organization, 2012 Submitted: May 24, 2012 Accepted: June 21, 2012 Published: September 25, 2012 E-Marketing Development in Virtual Market-Space: A Strategic Perspective Hu Ya-Ping Department of Information Management, National Chung Cheng University, No.168, University Rd., Min-Hsiung Chia-Yi, Taiwan Abstract: The Internet gives a much wider choice of products, services and prices from different suppliers and the means to select and purchase items more readily. This article involves a literature reviewed and considers the evolution of the electronic marketing fields to identify a number of fundamental problems. In this article, we identify the relationship between electronic marketing (E-marketing) and virtual market-space and provide a three-stage model for E-marketing development. After discussion, we make a conclusion and suggestion for the future study. Keywords: Electronic marketing, online retail, virtual communication, virtual distribution, virtual transaction INTRODUCTION The Internet represents a tremendous opportunity. That is, it gives a much wider choice of products, services and prices from different suppliers and means to select and purchase items more readily and easily. For traditional marketing, these products and services give the opportunities to expand into new markets, offer new services and compete with large businesses. At the same time, the Internet gives...
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...Diana Brooks Future Tek, Inc. 28345 Beck Rd. Suite 101 Wixom, MI 48393 August 20, 2012 Tracy Birch Contracting Manager J Avenue DDC J7-AB, Bldg. 404 New Cumberland, PA 17070-5001 Dear Tracy Birch: Attached is our proposal for solicitation #SP3300-12-R-0007 for the On-Site Support Services project. This proposal assumes that if it is granted, all parties will work together to develop an on-site support service that is both robust and reliable for a lower price than our competitors. We are currently offering a 20% discount for our entire list of services or 10% on the minimal required services to complete this ongoing project. Please keep in mind that this proposal is based on information provided at this time. Any revisions made to the solicitation after today will be subject to a price review. We reserve the right to withdraw this bid if it is not accepted within 45 days. Thank you for giving us this opportunity. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Diana Brooks Sales Contract Manager I have enclosed a copy of Future Tek, Inc.’s resume, technical capabilities and pricing information. Copyright © 1998 by Ann Poe Future Tek, Inc. has been in the Information Technology for a total of 11 years. During those years we’ve dealt mainly with the integration of new information technology systems into Financial based institutions. We are looking to not only expand our services to other industries outside of banking. After reviewing the bid solicitation...
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...| Final Project Report | International Business Management | MKT-324 | | | Submitted to: Dr. Amira Khattak Submitted by: Aqsa Qamar Sarah Malik Sabah Anwar Hayat Solangi Afaq Baig Date: January, 26th, 2015 Table of Contents 1.0 Company Introduction 4 2.0 Problem Statement 5 3.0 Literature Review 5 3.1 The Concept of Internationalization 5 3.12 The Entry Mode 5 3.13 The Factors That Influence Entry Mode Choice 6 4.0 Findings 7 4.1 Mode of entry 7 4.12 Autonomy in Operations 8 4.13 Conditions of Franchising. 8 4.14 Restaurant Ownership 8 4.2 Location 9 4.21 Mission as the Guiding Principle. 9 4.22 Market share 10 4.23 Pricing Strategy 10 4.3 Functional Strategies 11 4.31 Marketing Problems 11 4.32 HR Problems 11 4.33 Training 11 4.34 Adapting to Pakistani culture 12 4.35 Promotional strategies 12 4.4 Environmental Scanning 12 4.41PEST Analysis 12 5.0 Conclusion and Recommendations 14 6.0 References 16 Abstract In this age of internationalization, people are able to share any kinds of food from different parts of the world, thanks to the global business of food and beverage companies. As the leading driver of global growth in consumer food service...
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