...SWOTT Analysis: Samsung Team A MGT 230 October 21, 2013 Christine Russell, MBA SWOTT Analysis: Samsung SWOTT aAnalysis and evaluation of a company’s Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats, and Trends (SWOTT) allows companies to remain competitive. Companies make their product stand out among their competitors by utilizing a SWOTT analysis and the four functions of management, planning, organizing, leading, and controlling. The SWOTT analysis builds over time, allowing for further analysis of the company and economic needs. Samsung uses SWOTT analysis to further expand their reach globally, while quickly become one of the leading companies in technology, appliances, and home entertainment. Strengths Samsung’s strengths include record-breaking standings in the global electronic industry, leading information technology, and as a global work place. In 2012, Samsung Electronics set a record in the electronics industry by achieving annual sales of $201 trillion and annual operating profits of $29 trillion (Pepitone, 2013Citation). Profits this large allow Samsung to invest in future products, and new markets. Samsung continues to have global success in their electronics division, with the strong sales of TVs and displays, which rank number one in sales across the world. By keeping pace with the need for increased globalization, Samsung is “continually evolving to create a workplace for diverse populations around the world”...
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...identify the financial performance of the Samsung company, which using ratio analysis regarding the profitability, liquidity, efficiency, gearing as well as the investor ratio. For instance, through this report, it can determine the earning power, liquidity and how wells that the Samsung company manage their inventory and debts. Furthermore, it also provides some explanation on the prospects of the company and makes comment on the company for the observed change. Limitation and recommendation also been discusses in the report in order to improve the performance for the Samsung company as well as able to achieve competitive advantages. Samsung can know as one of the largest multi-billion dollar corporations in the world. Over these 70 years, Samsung has devotes one's mind to make a better world through diverse businesses that today span advanced technology. In addition, Samsung Electronics has grown to become one of the world's leading electronics companies, specialising in digital appliances and media, and system integration. Nowadays, Samsung's innovative, top quality products and processes are world recognised. The major milestones in Samsung's history which had revealing that how the company expanded its product lines, grew its revenue and market share, and has achieved its mission of making life better for consumers around the world. Through innovative, reliable products and services, talented employees that adopted by the company, Samsung had becoming the leader flagship in...
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...[Case study presentation summary] [Case study presentation summary] Strategy for Business 1) The case study analyses the Samsung Corporation, and how it has evolved during the past decade in one of the largest conglomerates in the world. The first part of the case study is an analysis of the corporation written in 1994 and the second one provides an outlook of the company performance after 1994 and until today. The paper brings about the overall picture of the South Korean business landscape in the early 60s, with military governments in power, and tight regulations for the companies and how did Samsung survived those periods. The text brings about how Samsung during its early history revolutionized the South Korean business by being the first to adopt western practices in the company. It also mentions how the corporation decided to actually focus on the core industries but not to play a minor part in more than 52 businesses it owned in the late 60’s. The case study than emphasize on the appearance of Samsung electronics and the rapid growth of it from 70’s onwards, in 90’s the globalization and the changes that came with that. 2) External environment analyzed through the PEST framework. In the early years of the company, the South Korean government was heavily controlling the business. There were tight regulations with concern of the leading companies, as they were obliged to meet conditions imposed by the government if they wanted to receive government support....
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...2013 SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS ANNUAL REPORT 2013 Financial Summary Samsung Electronics and Consolidated Subsidiaries 228,693 Income Statements Sales Operating Profit 2011 165,002 15,644 13,759 2012 201,104 29,049 23,845 2013 228,693 36,785 30,475 201,104 36,785 Net Income 29,049 165,002 15,644 Balance Sheets Assets Liabilities Shareholders’ Equity 2011 155,800 54,487 101,314 2012 181,072 59,591 121,480 2013 214,075 64,059 150,016 2011 2012 2013 Cash Flows Cash Flows from Operating Activities Cash Flows from Investing Activities Cash Flows from Financing Activities 2011 22,918 (21,113) 3,110 2012 37,973 (31,322) (1,865) 2013 46,707 (44,747) (4,137) (in billions of KRW) Sales and Operating Profit (in billions of KRW) Sales Operating Profit Challenge, Creativity, Collaboration By welcoming challenges of the new, creativity that pushes the possible and close and efficient collaboration, Samsung Electronics leads the astonishing evolution of technology, producing positive change for the world. 2011 22,918 This annual report includes forward-looking statements that relate to future events and can be generally identified by phrases containing words such as “believes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “foresees,” “forecasts,” “estimates” or other words or phrases of similar meaning. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and may involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties...
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...Management Report for Table of Contents 1. Introduction3 2. SWOT Analysis3 3. Functions of Management 4 3.1 Porter's Five Forces5 3.2 Process of Planning6 3.3 Fundamentals of Organizing 7 3.4 Leading and Managing8 3.5 Controlling8 4. Conclusion9 5. Recommendation10 6. References12 1. Introduction Old Chang Kee (OCK) was founded by Mr Chang in 1956 in a small coffee shop known for its chicken curry puff. In 1986, Mr. Han Keen Juan, bought over the control of Old Chang Kee business and transform into a household brand today. For over 56 years, OCK specialise in the production and sales of a variety of affordable and quality finger food directly to consumers in Singapore. Most of their sales are on a takeaway basis and their 76 outlets in Singapore today are located at different areas to cater wider group of customers. OCK sub brands include Curry Times, Pie Kia and Mushroom which offers dine in concept restaurants carrying a range of local delicacy such as nasi lemak and laksa. Catering services are also provided in selected areas in Singapore. 2. SWOT Analysis SWOT Analysis is a useful comparison for understanding Strengths, Weaknesses and identifying the Opportunities and Threats that OCK faces today. Understanding the weaknesses of the business can "manage and eliminate threats that would otherwise catch us unawares" ("SWOT Analysis," 2013, para. 3). Internal | Strengths * Recognise local enterprise * Long established...
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...Vertical Integration of Samsung Vertical Integration is a method of management control that is used by many companies. It is the process in which a single company controls or owns the distributors and the suppliers in the production of a product or service. This vertical integration is an important corporate strategy as it creates significant impact for the company in the regions of costs, differentiations, and other strategic issues. Vertical integration if applied right, can help company to reduce costs and improve efficiency by reducing transportation expenses and reducing turnaround time. Vertical integration is divided to backward integration and forward integration. Backward integration is when a company buys its suppliers, or set up its own facilities to manufacture supplies. Usually when a company buys a supplier, it is because of the products that are produced by supplier is performing very well and in great quality therefore create a good feedback from customers. It also reduces transportation costs, improve profit margin and make the company more competitive. Forward integration is where activities are expanded to include control of the direct distribution of its products. A company buys its own retail shops to distribute the products directly. With this way, the company can market its products directly to the hand of costumers rather than having to engage with other retailers. This can help company to achieve higher market share, better access to customers...
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...A Conversation Driving Culture Change at Samsung Semiconductor Dr. Ho-Kyoon Chung and Grant Gustafson Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., since its foundation in 1969, has developed a broad range of electronics and related items from semiconductors and finished home appliances to telecommunications hardware and multimedia products. A listed company on the Korean Stock Exchange, Samsung Electronics’ sales reached US$20 billion in 1996. Samsung Semiconductor, the largest of Samsung Electronics’ four core business divisions, is one of the world’s leading semiconductor makers. In 1995, Arthur D. Little conducted a corporate assessment of Samsung Semiconductor in Korea. The assessment delivered one essential message – while the company’s historical success was based on being an exceptional technology/product follower with a mass production focus, future success would require technology/product leadership and a strong customer focus. One key characteristic of the historic success model was a rigid, authoritative organization and culture. In workshops with Samsung Semiconductor’s top executives, it became evident that a more fluid organization and culture is required for Samsung Semiconductor to achieve its future success model. Samsung Semiconductor recognized the need for guidance and facilitation in implementing a process to enable it to achieve this challenging vision. It turned to Arthur D. Little for assistance. The challenge for Arthur D. Little was to identify the critical cultural...
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...SAMSUNG Q NO 1: Chooose an organization, identify and critically analysis its strategic marketing problems and opportunities ? Q NO 2 : As a consultants, examine strategic marketing alternatives available and recommend a suitable marketing strategic and realistic implementation plans that are consistent with the overall objectives of the organization ? Introduction World largest electronics company Samsung was began in 1969 in Suwon, South Korea as Samsung Electric Industries, originally manufacturing electronic appliances such as TVs, calculators, refrigerators, air conditioners and washers. The presented piece of work studies the performance of the SAMSUNG company in UK stock market, follows its progress and interesting events for the recent time as well as provides with financial statements, balance sheet and calculates figures required. First of all, the name and address of the company is presented. Secondly, they present the annual report of the company,share prices graphic in compare with other companies and share price graph for the past two years in his report company provided thelatest news and other information. Samsung Electronicsis the world largest electronic and technology company. Samsung make business of $117.4 billion in 2009. The headquartered of SAMSUNG is in SOUTH KOREA. It is the one of the largest South Korean company and the flagship subsidiary of the Samsung group. SAMSUNG Electronics is the global market leader in more than 60 products...
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...A Conversation Driving Culture Change at Samsung Semiconductor Dr. Ho-Kyoon Chung and Grant Gustafson Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., since its foundation in 1969, has developed a broad range of electronics and related items from semiconductors and finished home appliances to telecommunications hardware and multimedia products. A listed company on the Korean Stock Exchange, Samsung Electronics’ sales reached US$20 billion in 1996. Samsung Semiconductor, the largest of Samsung Electronics’ four core business divisions, is one of the world’s leading semiconductor makers. In 1995, Arthur D. Little conducted a corporate assessment of Samsung Semiconductor in Korea. The assessment delivered one essential message – while the company’s historical success was based on being an exceptional technology/product follower with a mass production focus, future success would require technology/product leadership and a strong customer focus. One key characteristic of the historic success model was a rigid, authoritative organization and culture. In workshops with Samsung Semiconductor’s top executives, it became evident that a more fluid organization and culture is required for Samsung Semiconductor to achieve its future success model. Samsung Semiconductor recognized the need for guidance and facilitation in implementing a process to enable it to achieve this challenging vision. It turned to Arthur D. Little for assistance. The challenge for Arthur D. Little was to identify the critical cultural...
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...University of Phoenix PROFESSOR Introduction Samsung – International Manufacturing Company Samsung served as the manufacturing industry and international company analyzed. Samsung has been in business for over 70 years and manufactures products for diverse markets, including: digital media, high -tech electronics, home appliances, information technology and telecommunication. Samsung's motto is to "inspire the world and create the future" by leveraging three key strengths: new technology, innovative products and creative solutions. | Samsung | Wells Fargo | AT&T | Current Ratio | 1.4101 | 1.1500 | 1.6467 | Debt to Equity Ratio | 0.6768 | 9.8100 | 0.9675 | Profitability Ratio | 0.2881 | 2.3500 | 0.3069 | Return on Sales | 0.0736 | 2.0900 | 0.9563 | Dupont Ratio | 0.1200 | 0.6900 | 0.3496 | Financial Leverage | 1.1317 | 1.3500 | 1.0724 | Total Asset Turnover | 2.5035 | 0.0100 | 0.9003 | When you compare Samsung to AT&T, the retail sales company we profiled, Samsung has a lower current ratio by 20%. Samsung's debt to equity ratio is almost 30% lower than AT&T. Samsung's profitability ratio is very similar to AT&T, though 2% lower. Samsung's return on sales is comparable to AT&T, thought slightly lower. AT&T is much strong on return on equity, with almost 3X the Dupont ratio of Samsung. Samsung's financial leverage is slightly higher than AT&T. The key strength of Samsung over AT&T's financial performance is the total...
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...MIDDLE EAST TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT PROGRAM EM 503 – TERM PROJECT Pınar KİRİŞÇİOĞLU – 1995398 Canset ARSLAN – 1496900 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. SCOPE & GOALS OF TAI ............................................................................................................ 2 STRATEGY OF ULKER ................................................................................................................ 2 ENVIRONMENT OF IKEA ........................................................................................................... 3 CONFIGURATION & COMPLEXITY OF TOFAS ...................................................................... 4 DISTRIBUTED ORGANIZATIONS IN TURKCELL .................................................................. 5 TASK DESIGN OF UNILEVER .................................................................................................... 6 PEOPLE STRUCTURE OF SAMSUNG ....................................................................................... 7 LEADERSHIP AND ORGANIZATIONAL CLIMATE IN GOOGLE ......................................... 8 COORDINATION, CONTROL AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS IN PEGASUS .................... 9 INCENTIVES OF SOMA ......................................................................................................... 10 REFERENCES ..............................................................................................................
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...What factors might be considered in assessing Tesco’s performance in Thailand and South Korea and in comparing/contrasting their performance to that in Taiwan? Tesco chairman in south korea accused Seoul’s policymaker of being against expansion of supermarkets to protect the small family business. Korea is the second largest market for tesco after U.K, generated 5 bn pounds revenue for tesco and 300mpounds in trading profit last financial year. Started with two stores 14 years ago, now has 350 stores, operates under the brand “home plus” and is the second largest chain after “e-mart” Succeeded in a tough economy as south korea where most fid is still low and brands such as carefour and wallmart were forced to quit. Many analysts attribute Tesco’s success to its decision to entrust Mr Lee seung-han(Chairman-South Korea) with running a Korean-style retail operation without drafting in cohorts of foreign executives. According to him Tesco in Korea is run through an ideology of “synbaration” – a philosophy that is supposed to fuse the best of western and eastern business practice. New innovative ideas in south korea: Virtual shopping hag got their sales increased 130 per cent in three months, and their number of registered users went up by 76 per cent. They are now number one for online groceries and the gap between them and E-Mart has narrowed offline. Whether you see their virtual stores as a display advertising campaign or a new way of building supermarkets in spaces...
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...ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY IN ASIA Research Paper Series No 3 In the Belly of the Beast: Samsung Electronics’ Supply Chain and Workforce in South Korea Jiwon Han, Wol-san Liem, and Yoomi Lee Research Institute for Alternative Workers’ Movements, South Korea In the Belly of the Beast: Samsung Electronics’ Supply Chain and Workforce in South Korea © 2013 Asia Monitor Resource Centre Asia Monitor Resource Centre Flat 7, 9/F, Block A Fuk Keung Industrial Building 66-68 Tong Mi Road Kowloon Hong Kong Tel: (852) 2332-1346 Fax: (852) 2835-5319 Website: www.amrc.org.hk The paper may be reproduced in any non-profit publications; credit is requested. In the Belly of the Beast: Samsung Electronics’ Supply Chain and Workforce in South Korea By Jiwon Han, Wol-san Liem, and Yoomi Lee (Research Institute for Alternative Workers Movements) February 2013 Edited by Asia Monitor Resource Centre Research team: Jiwon Han, Wol-san Liem, and Yoomi Lee The Research Institute for Alternative Workers Movements (RIAWM), Seoul, South Korea, was established in 2010 to contribute to the revitalization of the workers movement in South Korea and beyond. RIAWM is working to critically analyse the conditions workers face amidst the structural crisis of capitalism, and develop concrete policy for workers movement that both improves workers’ lives and strives towards an alternative political-economic system. RIAWM is affiliated to the social movement organization People’s Solidarity for Social Progress, founded in...
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...Executive summary This essay is aim to identify main factors that contribute to Pixar Animation Studio’s victory in animation industry from a motivational theory perspective and illustrate the close relationship between Pixar’s creativity practices and its empowerment management. The company has conducted a serious of motivational strategies including Financial Reward, Recognition and others, Job Design, Empowerment. And all those strategies help foster creativity and form a healthy organizational culture based on teamwork and trust. This paper will also evaluate Pixar’s empowerment from both individual and organizational aspects. Finally, we will also use Pixar’s experience to analyze Nokia’s collapse. Table Content Executive summary…………………………………………………………………….……………..1 1. Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………………..3 2 Theoretical arguments.……………………………………………………………………………4 2.1 Motivational factors…………………………………………………………………………….4 2.2 Empowerment management…………………………………………………5 3. Practical Implications…………………………………….…………….…………………………7 4. Conclusion……………………………………………………………………………………………8 5. Reference........................................................................................................... 9 Introduction It has been generally realized that motivation plays a critical role in finish tasks and objectives for companies that base on teamwork or workplace comprised of various positions, and it is a necessary skill used by managers and executives to...
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...Samsung – Stages of Corporate Citizenship Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) as part of business strategy has shown increased prominence in contemporary business world. On a daily basis the roles corporations play in society are scrutinized by the media who constantly lookout to report on scandals, corporate misbehavior or, the positive contributions businesses have on society (Crane, 2008). Induced by this, corporations are facing increasing pressure to legitimate their practices and take account of the impact they have on society, which has led to the emergence of what Crane (2008) refers to as a ‘CSR Movement’. The concept of CSR emerged in the 1960/70’s as an American Doctrine that has popularized in recent decades due to the emergence of factors including globalization and the rise of global/transnational corporations (Jenkins, 2005). Attitudes around this concept have also altered from viewing CSR as a philanthropic exercise to a concept/practice necessary for corporate survival. The latter point can be supported by a numerous examples of organizations that have not complied with ethical/socially responsible standards, such as Nike, who faced numerous allegations of unethical conditions at its overseas suppliers in the 1990’s (Zadek, 2004). It is virtually impossible to define CSR due to the every-evolving nature of the concept. Various sources including academics, articles, and websites tackle, and all produce unique definitions of the concept. Crane, Matten...
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