...network and distribution CIS3003 2013 Assignment 3 Description Marks out of Wtg(%) Due date Assignment 3 100 30% Due Data 31 May 2013 For the third assignment you need to write a single report not more than 20 pages in the body. Read the section describing the formatting requirements for the assignment carefully. Report Part A (80%): Security in Mobile Systems, Virtualization and Clouds Our organisation, after implementing mobile services has discovered that a lot of the expected benefits have not been achieved. While the staff agree and can see how the new untethered access to business data and services can help in their day to day activities the overhead of using the services due to authentication has made the system poorly accepted. The security mechanism was imposed to limit the likelihood of having long term connections from external partners which may be abused by external entities. The organisation has a large number of external business partners who regularly connect to the organisation resources as part of cooperative business processes. After the appointment of an external consultant specialising in dealing with user productivity and business network design a number of problems were highlighted. Firstly, the system was designed so that the security management was pushed onto the mobile devices making the use of the service disruptive to the users. The accessing of different services while using mobile devices required a separate login in to each service. Not only that...
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...536 IEEE JOURNAL OF SOLID-STATE CIRCUITS, VOL. 34, NO. 4, APRIL 1999 Comparative Analysis of Master–Slave Latches and Flip-Flops for High-Performance and Low-Power Systems Vladimir Stojanovic and Vojin G. Oklobdzija, Fellow, IEEE Abstract—In this paper, we propose a set of rules for consistent estimation of the real performance and power features of the flip-flop and master–slave latch structures. A new simulation and optimization approach is presented, targeting both highperformance and power budget issues. The analysis approach reveals the sources of performance and power-consumption bottlenecks in different design styles. Certain misleading parameters have been properly modified and weighted to reflect the real properties of the compared structures. Furthermore, the results of the comparison of representative master–slave latches and flipflops illustrate the advantages of our approach and the suitability of different design styles for high-performance and low-power applications. Fig. 1. The pseudorandom sequence. I. INTRODUCTION I NTERPRETATION of published results comparing various latches and flip-flops has been very difficult because of the use of different simulation methods for their generation and presentation. In this paper, we establish a set of rules with the goal of making the comparisons fair and realistic. Simulation of the latches and flip-flops obtained by using different design styles makes this analysis more difficult in trying to achieve consistent...
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...DESIGNING SYNCHRONOUS FIFO AND ITS VERILOG IMPLEMENTATION IN HARDWARES Submitted in partial fulfillment for the requirement for the award of degree of bachelor of technology in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering [pic] School of Electronics Engineering KIIT UNIVERSITY Batch: 2008-2012, Group-8 Under the guidance of Mr. S.Padhi An End-Semester Project Report Submitted by: Akshay Prakash-804008 Avinash Kumar-804029 Ayush Bansal-804031 Barun Kumar-804034 Deepak Kumar Barnwal-804044 KIIT UNIVERSITY, BHUBANESWAR [pic] CERTIFICATE This certificate is to certify that this report entitled “AUTOMATIC VEHICLE PASS USING IMAGE PROCESSING” being submitted by Group-34: Akshay Prakash-804008 Avinash Kumar-804029 Ayush Bansal-804031 Barun Kumar-804034 Deepak Kumar Barnwal-804044 in partial fulfillment of the degree of Bachelor in Technology in “Electronics and Telecommunication engineering” is a bonafide work carried out at KIIT University under the supervision of project guide Prof. S.Padhi Prof A. K. Sen Mr. S.Padhi Dean E&TC Deptt. E&TC Deptt. KIIT University KIIT University TABLE OF CONTENTS: • ACRONYMS ………………………………………………………...3 • ACKNOWLEDGEMENT …………………………………………...4 • HISTORY ……………………………………………………………5 • ABSTRACT...
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...Before making any decisions we need to take a closer look at the impacts that the acquiring of Nicholson would have on Cooper Inc. Cooper wants to acquire Nicholson while allowing them to retain control and management independence of the company. However for Cooper to be able to realize the benefits of such a deal they would need to increase the efficiency of the business through refining their product offering through cutting certain product lines and reducing employees who’s tasks have become redundant due to the merger as well as combining the two companies’ distribution networks. This will likely result in the retention of the Nicholson family’s shares since Cooper will probably not allow complete management independence. To take control of Nicholson, Cooper needs to obtain 265,000 more shares but if the Nicholson management does not accept Cooper’s terms then the 247,000 shares that are held by speculators and uncommitted shareholders will not be sufficient. This leaves them with the option of striking an agreement with H.K. Porter. Since Porter now has 177,000 shares that will be converted to VLN preferred shares if Nicholson accepts their offer, it would be beneficial for them to come to an agreement with Cooper since their preferred shares are a more attractive option. Porter’s position may leave room for negotiation, Cooper may be able to bring down their asking price of a tax free $50 per share. Besides the current issue of Cooper being able to acquire Nicholson...
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...ASSIGNMENT # 3: Pricing Strategy and Channel Distribution By Strayer University MKT 500 November 8, 2010 Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to discuss the Pricing & Distribution Channels of Baker’s Bed & Breakfast Inn. Unlike cookie cutter hotels, Bed & Breakfast Inns are unique and they provide there own characteristics, setting, and ambiance. At Baker’s Bed & Breakfast Inn we cater to our guest tastes and needs. Pricing Strategy: Owning and operating a Bed & Breakfast can provide both financial and personal rewards. In the United States Bed & Breakfast Inns are making a comeback, serving travelers who want a special personal home-like hospitality and a good breakfast to start the day. (Bed& Breakfast Inn Online, 2009) Baker’s Bed and Breakfast Inn take pride in providing our customer’s with a luxurious accommodations. Our prices for accommodation have been set at the higher end of the market as the client base is seen as in the mid to higher socioeconomic sector. Pricing scheme is based on a room rate per night, which includes breakfast. Prices for the weekends will be 10% higher than weekdays, and when guest stay three nights or more a discount o 15% will be applied to guest bills automatically. As there are not a high level of seasonality for guests coming to the region prices will be set at the same year round except for special events such as Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years. At these special times a 10% surcharge will...
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...Situational Analysis A. SWOT Analysis Strengths * Largest Retailer in the World Wal-Mart is considered the largest retailer in the world. It is the pioneer in the retail industry with the wide spread network of stores. * Loyal Customer Base Wal-Mart has a loyal customer base because it meets the expectation of customer by always delivering the goods at lower prices at compare to its competitors. It is a store where most individuals, who are on a low budget, still get to buy what they set out to buy. Wal-Mart’s low prices made the store a hero of some 45 million low-income Americans. Their loyalty, in turn, made the store a leader in almost every consumer category. * Everyday Low Pricing Wal-Mart is able to shift the low cost advantage to its customers and make the products available at lower prices, everyday. Lower prices were made possible by the company’s mastery of back-end operations and its cutting edge distribution system. * Established Brand Name Wal-Mart has a very well established brand name that is identified with reasonable to cheap pricing and bargain pricing. * Supply Chain and Logistics Capability One of Wal-Mart’s competitive advantages is their remarkable logistics system. They are able to ship merchandise from any of their numerous distribution...
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...Operations Management, Marketing Management Submitted to: Prof. Christopher Malanum Submitted by: Acuna, Charzel R. Alcoran, Rachelle Anne K. Aquino, Patricia Mae Ann E. AUGUST 2015 Part 1: Channels of Distributions Channels of Distribution Few producers sell their goods directly to final users. Instead, most use intermediaries to bring their products to market. According to Philip Kotler, distribution channel is a set of interdependent organizations that help make a product or service available for use or consumptions by consumer or business user. Here are some definitions from different websites: Goods and services often pass to consumers through multiple channels. While increasing the number of ways in which a consumer can find a good has the potential to increase sales, it also creates a complex system that can make distribution management difficult. In addition, the longer the distribution channel the less profit a product manufacturer might get from the sale. (Distribution Channel Definition| Investopedia http://www.investopedia.com/terms/d/distribution-channel.asp#ixzz3jhyoJ8Pg) The path through which goods and services travel from the vendor to the consumer or payments for those products travel from the consumer to the vendor. A distribution channel can be as short as a direct transaction from the vendor to the consumer, or may include several interconnected intermediaries along the way such as wholesalers, distributers, agents and retailers. Each intermediary receives the...
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...SAMPLE growth process toolkit Distribution Channel Optimization Accelerating Growth through Unbiased and Ongoing Partner Evaluation, Selection, and Management SAMPLE INTRODUCTION Growth through Distribution Channel Optimization A recent study determined that high-performance businesses (i.e., the 10 percent that outpace competitors regardless of economic conditions) “excel in the development of meaningful customer insights and practical ways to put those insights into action.” 1 They understand what their customers want, and they know how to deliver solutions that customers will buy. An unwritten, but nonetheless significant, extension of this idea is that they not only know what customers will buy, but where and how they want to buy. In short, no company is successful for its insights alone. Success ultimately depends upon the effectiveness and reach of its go-to-market strategy. Distribution channel optimization is therefore a critical ingredient to sustaining growth through a rigorous customer focus. ∗ D D F F At their most basic level, distribution partners enable suppliers to deliver goods or services to end users, and distributors’ reach significantly influences the extent to which suppliers can engage with customers. On a more meaningful level, distribution partners provide customer service in areas where suppliers cannot or do not (e.g., financing, insurance, training, maintenance, repairs). Taken together, the two deliver an enhanced customer experience...
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...Federation MUs- Member Unions VCs- Village Co-operatives The farmers bring the milk to the village cooperatives in their bicycles. The milk is then channelized to the member unions located in various states in India. These member unions are independent organizations involved in the process of milk production. The head office of GCMMF is located at Anand. The entire market is divided into five zones. The zonal headquarters are located in Ahmedabad, Mumbai, New Delhi, Kolkata and Chennai. Moreover there are 49 depots located across the country and GCMMF also caters to 13 export markets. Amul has an excellent distribution channel. As milk is a perishable product and Amul is spread all over India. It has a robust logistic system consisting of milk vans, tanker lorries and rail wagons to supply its finished products to various parts of the country. Distribution channel in Amul FARMERS FARMERS VCs (without chilling units) VCs (without chilling units) CONSUMERS CONSUMERS CONSUMERS CONSUMERS Retailers Retailers Home delivery contractors Home delivery contractors Wholesalers/ C&S Wholesalers/ C&S Warehouses Warehouses Chilling units Chilling units Milk processing units Milk processing units Local residents Local residents Local Restaueants Local Restaueants VCs (with chilling units) VCs (with chilling units) First of all the products are stored with the warehouses from where they are dispatched to the various wholesalers who then sell...
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...Table of Contents Executive Summary ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3 Strategic Analysis --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4 Analysis results ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 7 SWOT ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 8 Balanced scorecard ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9 Recommendations --------------------------------------------------------------------------10 Executive Summary Our consulting firm, NG Inc, was asked to research Starbucks and compile a strategic analysis and balanced scorecard for their career objectives. Starbucks was founded in 1971 in Seattle and continues to be the lead marketer of fine coffee at the retail level. It currently has retail stores in all 50 states, as well as 36 countries outside the U.S. Its products and services include: over 30 blends of coffee, hand crafted beverages, merchandise, fresh food, global consumer products, Starbucks cards (rechargeable gift cards), and its brand portfolio (subsidiaries such as the Tazo Tea Company and Ethos Water). After preparing a balanced scorecard for their 2004 strategies, we compared the actual 2005 data to their goals to measure how successful they were in achieving these goals. In order to prepare a strategic analysis and balanced...
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...Case Analysis for Pepsi Co Acquisition - More high level analysis (by beverages and food) we are in consumer packaged beverage and snack business Identify • Vision • Mission - Market leader in every industry they compete in - Synergies (transferring, management, HR skills, distribution channels – i.e. Power of One) - Market expansion (international) - Related diversification (share some of the same channels, advertising, distribution, etc) - There was no clear cut vision ( analysts and CEO even admitted it (looked like they were taking advantages of long term and short term opportunities) - Why do you have a portfolio of businesses? Maximize shareholder value ( would be one of the main drawbacks - Would buy current companies that will help piggy bank on their current success (i.e. restaurants and distribution channels) - Portfolio management – do they sell things off at the right time Identify Strategic Objectives (Are these objectives SMART) • Financial o Growth sale by certain percentage o Stock price o Cash • Non-Financial o Efficiency o International market Identify Current Business Strategy • Does It Make Sense? Why? Evaluate 1. Industry • Five Forces – Look at the industry today (*implication to the industry) Rivalry - Big companies manage to find niche and expand it - Little guys usually get bought out from...
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...AMOREPACIFIC I. ACTUAL ACTIVITY MAP AmorePacific- is the leading Korean cosmetics company, established in 1945. Since that time the company presents its unique value and bring the image of “ASIAN BEATY” to global customers. The activity plan was prepared based on the four main sustainable competitive advantages over their rivals. * Large and relevant portfolio * Value-adding innovation * Wide-distribution channel * Asian- beauty image To start the analysis we would like to mention that all these 4 competitive advantages is interrelated among each other. It means that Asian-beauty Image is highly dependent from value-adding innovation that company do in order to sustain and develop that image, the innovation plays a big role in large and relevant portfolio, as due to innovation the researchers established new products and targeted to different kind of customers and their tastes, moreover large, strong and relevant portfolio helps distribution channel to promote and sell the high-quality products. Asian Beauty Image: The activities such as High-quality products, Natural and Organic ingredients, Korean footprint and advertisements with famous artists contributed to the competitive advantage of Asian beauty image and are consistent and reinforces each other. Korea is very well known through the whole world due to the natural beauty of people, healthy skin, high-quality products and famous singers and actors. To secure quality and safe natural ingredients...
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...1. Introduction This paper analyses the performance of the company Ice-Fili at the end of fiscal year 2002. It’s the oldest Russian ice cream producer. It originated from the former state-run Soviet company Moshladokombinat N 8. In 1992 it was privatised and registered as a private jointstock company under the name Ice-Fili. Its CEO is Anatoliy Vladimirovich Shamanov. He transitioned the company to a privatized for-profit firm after the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991. The transition was successful; it could hold its good market position and remains the largest Russian ice cream producer in the year 2002. All information about the company, the competitive environment and the political situation used in the following article are derived from the Harvard Business School Case Ice-Fili (Rukstad, Mattu, & Petinova, 2003). 2. External Analysis In this part it will be looked at the Russian ice cream industry. Therefore, an industry definition will be given. Its structure will be highlighted and from there on, the threats for Ice-Fili will be examined. 2.1 The Russian ice cream industry In the case of Ice-Fili we deal with the Russian ice cream industry. It concerns the production of frozen ice cream products from the raw material to the selling of the different sorts of ice. The original Russian ice cream consists only of natural ingredients. The people love its unique flavour that comes mainly from the high percentage of milk fat which makes it less sweet and...
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...Ch10 Marketing Channels Supply Chinas and the Value Delivery Network Upstream: Supply raw materials, components, parts, information, finances, and expertise Downstream: Marketing channels towards customers, including wholesales and retailers, * Supply chain: make-and-sell view, which suggest productive inputs as starting point * Demand chain: Sense-and-respond view But sometimes it takes a step-by-step, linear view of purchase-production-consumption activities Value Delivery network: A network composed of company, suppliers, distributors, and ultimately customers who partner with each other to improve the performance of the entire system in delivering customer value The Nature and Importance of Marketing Channels Marketing Channel (Distribution channel): A set of interdependent organizations that help make a product or service available for use or consumption by the consumer or business user * Affect every other marketing decision * Use imaginative distribution systems * Involve long-term commitment to other firms How Channel Members Add Value * Give up some control over how and to whom to sell products * But they create greater efficiency in making goods available to target markets by better contacts, experience, specialization and scale of operation * Intermediaries reduce the amount of work by both producers and consumers * Transform assortments of products made by producers...
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...Channels of Distribution In the uncertain fluctuating market of today, it is essential for a company to hold on and face those uncertainties in order to survive. Consumers can be an aid for a company's survival, thereby it is essential for consumers to get the goods of a company whenever and however they need them. Here is where distribution channels come in and give hand. "Channels of distribution are the different paths that goods passed through in moving from the producer to the consumer", (Meyer et al, 1988). With the help of distribution channels, companies are able to overcome the time, place and possession gaps that separate goods and services from the consumers. As said by Aaker (1984), access to an effective and efficient marketing channel is often a key success factor. However, in this competitive era, an understanding of the alternative distribution channels and the trends in their relative importance can be of strategic importance for any company. For example, the growth and importance can be of a self service retail gasoline stations and the comparison growth in the importance of convenience stores such as the 7/11 chain in gasoline retailing has strategic significance to petroleum companies and distributors as well as to firms in food retailing (example adapted from Aaker, 1984). Additionally, because of competition, gaining distribution in some industries can be extremely difficult and costly. Nowadays, even large, established firms have trouble obtaining...
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