...The Sustainable SCM of Wal-Mart Group Work - Fall 2013 Global Supply Chain Management Common Assumptions • The categories chosen are Seafood and Electronics. • The market considered into the analysis is the U.S. market. • Every change in the supply chain has to be considered in a sustainable and profitable perspective. • The suppliers that are not compliant with Wal-Mart’s directive on sustainability are substituted after a short-medium time. • A Central Warehouse in the U.S. is not considered for both chains, because we assume that a system of cross docking takes care of the incoming goods from the arrival point in the U.S.A. if the good is imported. • We consider in the U.S.A territory five central warehouse that have a direct contact with all the Wall-Mart stores according to their geographical position. Seafood supply chain Electronic supply chain Assumptions The assumptions needed in order to analyze the seafood supply chain for Wal-Mart are the following: Our import market is the USA market and the export is the Thai one. Thailand, in fact, is one of the major exporter of the seafood category that we will consider: salmon. Wal-Mart fishes demand is similar to the American demand composition in terms of the quantity and the quality of the products. In our analysis we will consider as “producers” (first level of the supply chain) only the fishermen and not the fish farmers We considered only pre-frozen fish, that will be sold...
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...Overview of IKEA An overview of IKEA can be seen by analysing the the SWOT. Strenghts • Strong brand image A well established brand combining a distinct style with reputable affordability. Hence, it has a broad and loyal consumer base, helping it survives in tough economic condition. • Broad geographic reach IKEA stores are established in many countries, shielding it from local market downturn. • Adaptability to market and strong global strategy as proven by success in China and Japan. Weakness • Too focused on Western Europe IKEA sales remain significantly focused in Western Europe, a mature market currently affected by considerable economic problems. • Downside of distinctiveness IKEA’s success in establishing a strong brand image and distinctive offer could reduce its capacity to adapt should consumer trends turn against its unique brand image and design. Opportunity * Emerging markets China, India and Indonesia with growing middle class, increasing purchasing power, young median age and growing economy, can support IKEA’s large-scale stores and help balance to spread out global sales. * Internet retailing Strong brand and established delivery infrastructure place it in a strong position to exploit the expansion of internet retailing, driven by increased access to the internet and trends towards convenience in IKEA’s key markets. Threats • Difficult economic conditions Though IKEA is more strongly positioned than its competitors, its business is still being threatened...
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...Internal Environment Walmart: 1.Company Profile : * History : Walmart is a well known American company that operates retail stores including grocery stores, discount stores,wearhouse , clubs and combination of general merchandise store. It was founded in 1962 by Sam Walton along with his brother Bud in Rogers Arkansas. At the beginning he opened more stores in Arkansas but later he expanded walmart to Oklahoma and Missouri in 1968. In 1972 the company listed in the Newyork Stock Exchange. Walton group also introduced the Sam's Club Warehous store in Iowa ,Nibrasca ,Indianna in 1983. During 1980's the company rises considerably by reaching 25.8 billion dollars sales with almost 1,525 stores and 271,000 workers at the end of the decade. In 1990's walmart considered as a largest retailer of the nation and it continued the acheivement by opening more stores within an outside country. The company entered in Japan by buying 36% stake of Seiyu in 2002 and Walmart increased its stake about 67% in 2007.According to the fiscal year sale of Walmart is about 469.2 Billion in 2013 with 2.2 million workers worldwide and 11 thousand stores under 69 banners in 27 countries. * Scale of Operation: The strong market position is the main strength of Walmart with more then 400 billion dollars revenue and almost 11 thousand stores worldwide and consumer trust that differentiate walmart from its competitors. Walmart can also acheive higher profit because of its huge size and it has a strong...
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........4 VISION STATEMENT................................................................................................................................5 MISSION and OBJECTIVES.......................................................................................................................5 COMPANY SUMMARY................................................................................................................................6 OWNERSHIP....................................................................................................................................................6 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE..........................................................................................................7 HISTORY OF WAL-MART..........................................................................................................................8 INDUSTRY ANALYSIS.................................................................................................................................9 MARKETING ANALYSIS...........................................................................................................................10 MARKET SEGMENT....................................................................................................................................11 MARKET SHARE.....................................................................................................................................13 DOMESTIC COMPETITORS 14 INTERNATIONAL...
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...Case study eBay, Inc. And Amazon.com Introduction The case that we present concerns two of the most famous companies in the world: Amazon.com and eBay,Inc.. They have become so ubiquitous that probably there is not a household with a computer and internet connection in the world that hasn’t purchased at least one item from them or visited their websites at least once . In the following paragraphs we endeavor to analyze how these two companies have achieved this worldwide success and how they are defined by all as online giants and colossus. But above all, we will focus on how they differ from each other, what are their strengths and weaknesses, what their business model is and how it has changed over the course of time. We will discuss briefly the history of these two giants and explain how they deal and cope with this ever-changing market and business environment. We will start with the background of these two companies, and then analyze the differences in terms of business models, focusing on financial data, services provided, overall stakeholder value and customers’ perception. Background of eBay EBay was launched by Pierre Omidyar in 1995, and referring to his own words, his purpose was giving “ the power of the market back to individuals, not just large corporations”...and his goal was “pioneer new communities around the world built on commerce, sustained by trust and inspired by opportunities”. It is important for us to underline the words of Omidyar because...
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...EVALUATION (EFE)………………………………………………………….25-30 TOWS MATRIX……………………………………………………………………………………………….31-35 REFERENCE……………………………………………………………………………………………………..36-59 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY After analyzing Zip car situation in the industry with a Porter 5 forces analysis, internal factor evaluation, external factor evaluation, and the TOWS analysis, I came out with some strategic ideas that based on the implication of business concepts along with the business idea of Zip car can lead for a better succeed of the company. For the SO strategy, I developed three important opportunities for Zip car. Government got Zip, this consists in working together with the government to reach environmental goal and for Zip car avoid some cost in the long term. Zipster to Wal-Mart, develop a market penetration to focus on a certain group working together with the top wholesaler company in the world would lead for new members to use Zip car. Introduce Zip car to India, this one I think is the most important and very achievable, it is a market that is growing fast with an over populated urban areas. Using a market development will lead Zip car to a new market segment. For the WO strategies, my strategy is aiming for subsidiary agreement to reduce cost. Zip car is a firm that prioritizes environmental concern and government should help industries that try to improve the environment. For the ST strategy, focus Alliance with public sectors, insurance companies to avoid claims and insurances fees. Lastly, WT...
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...count :3,281 Table of Contents sEARS bUSINESS STRATEGY REVIEW i Executive Summary 2-3 introduction brief history and background of sears 4 mission & obJECTIVES II evaluation of sears existing mission and objectives 5-6 External analysis IIi Competitors 7 PEST 8-9 Five forces Analysis 10-11 Opportunities & Threats 11 InternaL aNALYSIS iV Strenghts & Weaknesses 12 Financial ratios analysis 13-14 Past and current strategies 15 Sears current strategic position v Sears current strategy Balance Scorecard 16-17 Porter’s Generic strategies 17 rEcommendations vi Objectives and strategic actions 19-21 Evaluation 22- 23 Conclusion 24-26 Bibliography Executive Summary Sears, once the leader of the retail industry, is now facing financial troubles and is relegated to the 10th position in the market (Store org, 2011). Even after the merger with K-Mart, the retail conditions have not seemed to improved, but in fact, Sears Holding’s financial reports continued to reflect loss. Investor confidence in Sears Holding and its SBUs has been consistently declining over the past few years, due to Sears’ poor performance. Consequently the company has been looking for ways to improve their performance through expansion into financial services and specialty stores. The outcome...
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...Edouard Beaude Shanghaï, November 2015 Global Strategy: Arcor global strategy, Local turbulence Executive Summary: The following analysis will focus on studying the international development of Arcor, an Argentinian company producing chocolate and candies. The confectionary industry is a competitive industry with some major actors sharing the market on very specific market segment . Arcor’s has adopted a low-cost leadership strategy providing “Good quality at an affordable price”. Their main strengths are their complete vertical integration (See exhibit 2), their efficient distribution channels and their production capacities. Arcor is growing at a strong pace and is expanding fast. However, the questions of which market and which distribution channels has quickly arisen. In order to provide more insights about the best market to penetrate, the historical strategy will be studied along with their competitive advantage. The consumers’ habits will be reviewed and the geographical specificities will be identified to highlight the key factors that will drive the expansion. Issues / Problems: The international expansion of Arcor has highlighted some weaknesses of his model. The first and major problem is the transportation costs that are very high ending up being higher than the local standards. A second issue comes from the absence of marketing which create a strong barrier when they want to penetrate market where the customers value the brand. A third issue is...
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...How to write a Good Value Chain Analysis The ability of a company to understand its own capabilities and the needs of the customers is crucial for a competitive strategy to be successful. The profitability of a firm depends to a large extent on how effectively it manages the various activities in the value chain, such that the price that the customer is willing to pay for the company’s products and services exceeds the relative costs of the value chain activities. It is important to bear in mind that while the value chain analysis may appear as simple in theory, it is quite time-consuming in practice. The logic and validity of the proven technique of value chain analysis has been rigorously tested, therefore, it does not require the user to have the same in-depth knowledge as the originator of the model (Macmillan et al, 2000). The first step in conducting the value chain analysis is to break down the key activities of the company according to the activities entailed in the framework. The next step is to assess the potential for adding value through the means of cost advantage or differentiation. Finally, it is imperative for the analyst to determine strategies that focus on those activities that would enable the company to attain sustainable competitive advantage. It is important for analysts to remember to use the value chain as a simple checklist to analyse each activity in the business with some depth (Pearson, 1999). The value chain should be analysed with the core competence...
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...La Competitividad y las Cadenas Productivas Verdes Bart van Hoof Facultad de Administración, Universidad de Los Andes Bogota, Colombia bjv@adm.uniandes.edu.co Enverdecer las cadenas de suministro es una de las nuevas estrategias que aplican las corporaciones alrededor del mundo para asegurar su competitividad. Por medio de ella logran controlar los costos en sus cadenas de suministro, mejorar su eficiencia energética, disminuir su “huella de carbón” e innovar sus estrategias de sostenibilidad en un mercado donde la Globalización y el Cambio Climático causan nuevos requerimientos a las estrategias de competitividad. Se trata de un reto que va más allá de las buenas intenciones de responsabilidad empresarial, que requiere liderazgo, estrategias y prácticas de excelencia. Asimismo, esta estrategia tiene también implicaciones para las PYMES proveedoras y otras organizaciones ocupadas en los desafíos de la competitividad y la sostenibilidad empresarial. 1. Las cadenas de proveedores y la sostenibilidad Es una realidad que la complejidad y competitividad de las cadenas de proveedores ha aumentado en la última década a nivel global y también para la industria Mexicana. En la ultima década las exportaciones han aumentado significativamente al igual que la inversión extranjera (CCA, 2005). Esto es consecuencia de una tendencia de globalización de los mercados a nivel mundial, donde la especialización y una mayor subcontratación exigen niveles de competitividad...
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...Dissertation Submitted to the Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil University In partial fulfillment of the requirements for the award of the Degree of MASTERS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION Submitted by: ANUJA BHEKANE MBA (ENTREPRENEURSHIP) Roll No.10117 Research Guide: Dr. Rashmi Gopinathan Department of Business Management Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil University CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai PENETRATING FOR THIS THE FIRST STAGE OF RETAIL OUTLET DECLARATION I hereby declare that the dissertation “Choosing a retail outlet in Andheri west for all types of gender’s wear in andheri west and all factor to be taken into consideration for the retail outlet to make a successful for all age” submitted for the MBA Degree at Padmashree Dr. D.Y.Patil University’s Department of Business Management is my original work and the dissertation has not formed the basis for the award of any degree, associate ship, fellowship or any other similar titles. Place: Mumbai Date: Signature of the Student CERTIFICATE This is to certify that the dissertation entitled “Choosing a retail outlet in Andheri west for all types of gender’s wear in andheri west and all types factor to taken into consideration for the retail outlet to make a successful for all age”is the bona fide research work carried out by Ms. Anuja Bhekane student of MBA, at Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil University’s Department of Business Management during the year 2010 - 2012, in partial...
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...* 1.0 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Gillette has been the leading brand in men's grooming industry across the globe. With its wide range of products caters to the premium segment of the men's grooming market. It faces intense competition in the toiletries market whereas the competition in the razor market is not that intense. This case study aims at identifying the problems faced by Gillette in the toiletries market. We have suggested a plan for Gillette toiletries along with other suggestions for Gillette to face the competition in the near future and the long run. 2.0 SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS Of Gillette's recent moves, by far the riskiest is the toiletries line. Gillette's track record there is spotty, with successes in the 1960s and 1970s followed by a series of disappointments, such as a failed foray into European women's toiletries in the 1980s. But Gillette's strength is with men, and executives are convinced they can use their strong brand name as an umbrella for a wider range of men's products. The line includes 14 items, notably pre- and after-shaves and a gel shaving cream. The most innovative product: a gel-based deodorant that will roll on using a patented, sieve like delivery system. Will it work? Many outsiders are sceptical, citing Gillette's sorry record in toiletries. Besides, competition has become very stiff in the once fragmented men's toiletries business. Procter & Gamble now owns Old Spice and Noxzema, Colgate bought Mennen, and Unilever grabbed Faberge's...
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...1.0 Executive Summary 1 1.1 Section I. 2 1.2 A) Company History 2 1.3 Strategies and Tactics used by Best Buy 3 1.4 B) Mission Statement (implied).……….……………………...……………………………………...4 1.5 Analysis of the Mission 4 1.6 C) Objectives 5 1.7 Analysis of the Objectives 5 2.0 Section II …………………...……………………..…………………………………….……………6 2.1 Financial Analysis...………………………………………………………………….…..…………...6 2.2 A) Ratio Analysis………..…………………………………………………………………………...6 2.3 B) Evaluation of the Income and Balance Sheet…………………………………..........................…6 3.0 Section III …………………….………………………………………………………………………7 3.1 A) Strenghts.………………………………………………………………………………….……….7 3.2 B) Weaknesses…..……………………………………………………………………….……………7 4.0 Section IV…………………………………………………………………………………………......8 4.1 C) Opportunities………………………………………………………………………………………8 4.2 D) Threats 8 5.0 Section V 9 5.1 A)Strategic concern 9 6.0 SectionVI…………………………………………………………………………………………….10 6.1 Salient Strategic Concern…………………………………………………………………………….10 7.0 SectionVII……………………………………………………………………………………………11 7.1 Strategic Alternatives…………………..……………………………………………………….……11 8.0 Section VIII……………….………………………………………………………….………………12 8.1 Recommendation 12 9.0 Section IX 13 9.1 A)Implementation Plan 13 9.2 B)Time lines 13 9.3 C)Budget 13 9.4 Evaluation and Control 14 10.0 Section X……………………………………………………………………………………………15 10.1 Bibliography…………………...…………………………………………………………………...15 10.2 Appendices…………………….……………………………………………………………………16 Table: Balance...
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...empresariales(PDGPE) Vocal:Francesc Tiñena Salvañà Compresion de datos e imagen (CDI) Secretari:Jose M. Cabré Garcia Empresa y entorno economico(EEE) QUALIFICACIÓ Qualificació numèrica: Qualificació descriptiva: Data: INDEX CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION CHAPTER 2: VERTICAL INTEGRATION 2.1. VERTICAL INTEGRATION 2.2: THE THREE A’S OF A SUPPLY CHAIN EXCELLENCE 2.2.1: AGILITY 2.2.2: ADAPTABILITY 2.2.3: ALIGNMENT 2.3: PORTER’S ANALYSIS 2.4: EXAMPLES: WAL-MART AND DELL CHAPTER 3: THE SYSTEM LOCK-IN 3.1 THE DELTA MODEL 3.2: THE SYSTEM LOCK-IN 3.3: EXAMPLE: FORD MOTOR CO 3.3.1: FORD MOTOR CO LOCK-IN CHAPTER 4 : ZARA 4.1 ZARA’S HISTORY 4.2 BUSINESS MODEL 4.2.1: PORTER’S ANALYSIS ON ZARA 4.2.2 PRODUCT LIFE CYCLE CURVE 7 9 9 13 15 16 17 19 30 36 36 39 41 42 45 45 47 47 49 1 4.2.3: KEY FACTORS OF SUCCESS 4.2.4: STRATEGIC DRAWBACKS 4.2.5: LOGISTICS AND SUPPLY CHAIN 4.2.6: STRATEGY 4.2.7: OPPORTUNITIES 4.3 THE MATHEMATICAL MODEL 4.4 FINANCIAL DATA 4.5 COMPETITORS CHAPTER 5 : BENETTON 5.1 BENETTON’S HISTORY 5.2 BUSINESS MODEL 5.2.1: STRENGHTS 5.2.2: WEAKNESSES 5.2.3:PARTNERSHIP 5.2.4: INTEGRATION 5.2.5: SUPPLY CHAIN HISTORY 5.2.6: NETWORKED MANUFACTURING 5.2.7: POSTPONEMENT IN DYEING 5.3: INFORMATION SYSTEM 5.3.1: THE SHOP 2 50 51 54 59 65 66 71 73 76 76 83 83 84 88 90 91 93 94 96 99 5.4: FINANCIAL DATA...
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...DRAFT The Waitrose Modular MBA in Retailing Management Waitrose Stores and its Key Management Decisions Waitrose A Guide for Trainee Graduate Retail Managers and Middle-Level Managers March 2003 by http://www.andidas.com/ Contents: Abstract Terms of Reference Introduction UK Grocery Market Waitrose History Waitrose Strategy Waitrose Location Map: Waitrose Stores in the UK PEST Analysis, Grocery Industry Waitrose Ansoff Matrix Waitrose SWOT Analysis Importance of Store Location Site Evaluation Market Segmentation Introduction to Own Brands Own brands pricing and economies Popular Own Brand Categories Central Control Local Variation UK Online Market Online Target Market Benefits of Online Shopping Technical Issues Success Evaluation of the Online Activity Conclusion Bibliography & References Appendix 3 3 3 4 5 5 6 7 8 10 11 13 17 17 20 21 22 21 22 24 25 26 26 28 28 29 30 ff 2 Waitrose - Key Management Decisions http://www.andidas.com/ Abstract Waitrose’s differentiation strategy, and its competitive industry were analysed. The selection of the location can be identified as one of the most influential decisions in the life of a store. Various methods are described in order to help identify the most suitable location. Factors influencing the selection of the Waitrose in Kingston are identified. Own brands are important products because they give retailers high level of control of these products and generally have a higher profit margin. The merits and...
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