A REGIONAL BUSINESS STUDY: WEST MIDLANDS
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This 25-page paper provides a sample marketing report regarding a fictitous consultancy firm setting up a branch in West Midlands in the UK (the company itself is located in South Wales). Factors examined include a STEEPLE analysis, human resources and budgeting. Bibliography lists 40 sources.
Filename: MTwesmid.rtf

A Strategic Analysis of a Wal Mart Case Study
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This 4 page paper examines a case study submitted by a student. Much of the information included comes from the case, but general knowledge about Wal Mart is used as well. No bibliography.
Filename: SA432Wal.rtf

A Strategic Review of ConAgra
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This 51 page paper provides an intricate look at this large company. How it performs on the stock exchange is just a small part of this detailed analysis that includes matrices (EFE, IFE, IE, etc.) and a SWOT analysis. Many charts and statistical information are included. This comprehensive financial analysis ends with recommendations and predictions for the company's future. Bibliography lists 34 sources.
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A SWOT Analysis of the Maytag Corporation
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This is a 3 page SWOT analysis of the Maytag Corporation (2003). A SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, & Threats) of the Maytag Corporation reveals an internationally strong corporation with a good reputation which has recently discovered some of its own weaknesses and areas of vulnerability and has experienced great losses within its first quarter this year (2003) in which it will need to cut over 500 salaried positions for partial recovery. Maytag has however, continued to be innovative in regards to future opportunities and has not only extended its product line and market but also has extended further into the international market with a production agreement with Daewoo Electronics of Korea. Threats to the company include lower production costs in other countries which have resulted in Maytag closing some of its U.S.-based plants and building new plants outside of the U.S. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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A Ten-Week Analysis Of AT&T Stock
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A 5 page report on the stock share prices of AT&T Corporation over a ten week period of time. The report also briefly explains p/e ratio and AT&T's p/e ratio as compared to the industry. Two illustrations are provided. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Accelerating the Research Process
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This 3 page paper looks at a case supplied by the student and considers a situation where planned market reseach used quantitative research followed by qualitative reseach needs to be ready earlier than the planned finish date. The paper considers the way that the schedule may be changed to accelerate the results. The bibliography cites 3 sources.
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Achieving “Customer Delight” at Roche Diagnostics
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A 5 page paper discussing a 1999 article outlining the processes that Roche Diagnostics used to increase its share of “very satisfied” customers in an effort to move beyond that classification into “delighted” customers. Roche’s ultimate goal was to increase market share and revenues. The rationale was that not only were “delighted” customers far more likely to be long-term repeat customers, they also were far more likely to recommend Roche to their friends and colleagues, not only increasing Roche’s revenues but also saving the company the expense of developing these customers itself. The initiative paid off: Roche became the fastest-growing division in its industry. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Acorn Computers: A Strategic Case Study
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This 10 page paper looks at a case study (provided by the student) of a company which adopted short term decisions rather than take on long term strategies. Acorn Computers was a victim of its own success, this paper consider the position of the company between 1982 and 1985, looking at the decisions which were made and the way in which they effected that market. This includes a SWOT analysis of the company's position at this time, investigation of the problems that resulted from the short term decision and the way in which management constrained its own choices thorough those decisions.
Filename: TEacorn.wps

Activity-Based Costing Applied to Marketing Costs
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A 3 page paper discussing the case of Colombo frozen yogurt and General Mills’ experience in dealing with the market shift from independent shops to impulse purchasing in a variety of locations. The paper provides a table more realistically assigning shipping and merchandising costs to each market type to reveal greater profitability than was apparent under a non-ABC approach to allocating costs. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: KSmktgABC.rtf

Adidas Promotional Campaign during the 2008 Beijing Olympics; A Case Study
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This 4 page paper looks at the marketing undertaken by Adidas during the 2008 Beijing Olympics looking at the sponsorship during the Olympics and the 'heritage' campaign considering how and why they were undertaken and assessing the results of the marketing actions. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
Filename: TEadidasolym.rtf

Advertising Communications; Nokia;
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This 6 page paper considers the advertising strategy of Nokia in the mobile telephone market, considering it in isolation with reference to the five communication effects as well as in comparison to other competitors such as Siemen's and Ericsson. The paper looks at specific advertising campaigns and analysis them against this framework. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
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Aer Lingus Case Study
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This 24 page paper looks at the Irish airline Aer Lingus and considers it marketing and strategy. Written in five parts that paper examines how the company has managed to place customers first so effectively, how knowledge of their customers buying behaviours have helped with decision making processes, the use of customer perception in marketing, the value of relationship marketing and how this may be implemented at Aer Lingus. The bibliography cites 21 sources.
Filename: TEaerlingus.rtf

AIBO in the US
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This 8 page paper looks at the problems that Sony have had in launching AIBO in the US market. The paper considers why there may have been problem, how the product should have been adapted to suit the US market, the risk of marketing the AIBO in the US and the differences in the Japanese target market and the potential US target markets. The bibliography cites 6 sources.
Filename: TEAIBO1.rtf

Air Canada
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This 5 page paper presents an overview of the company as it stands now inclusive of its financial position and marketing plans. The merger with Canadian Airlines is discussed. Competitive factors are assessed and recommendations made. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Airbus, Boeing, and Sematech: Competition is Keen
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A 5 page overview of the competition between Airbus, Boeing, and Sematech in the Airplane manufacturing industry. Recounts the successes and challenges of each company. Emphasizes that appropriate merger strategy coupled with a philosophy of producing the best product at the best price drives each of these companies. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Airline Advertising
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This 10 page paper considers the statesmen that "Too much contemporary airline advertising is boring, stereotyped and sexist". The paper examines this using six different airlines advertisements, for television and print and deconstructing the marketing content. The bibliography cites 11 sources.
Filename: TEairadv.rtf

Airline Strategy: A Comparison of Southwest, Delta, United, and American Airlines
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A 5 page discussion of the factors influencing airline success and failure. Identifies Southwest as standing head and shoulders above its competitors in term of market share. Notes that this success revolves around Southwest’s emphasis on being a short-haul company; one that doesn’t pretend to offer many of the amenities of the industry icons like Delta, United and American Airlines. Its emphasis is getting from point A to point B in as expedient and efficient manner as possible. The author asserts that while the other airlines wouldn’t benefit as much from changing their route structure they would benefit from a greater concentration on efficiency and less on customer amenities. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPairlin.rtf

Alcohol Beverage Segments and Fosters in Australia
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This 16 page paper examines the way in which the alcoholic drink market could be segmented. These segments are then applied to the well known Australian company Fosters, identifying which of the segments are most important and why, looking at the characteristics and behaviour of the segments. The bibliography cites 7 sources.
Filename: TEfoster1.rtf

Alternative Solution for a Potentially Compromising Business Situation
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A 5 page solution to a situation facing a new-hire at a company which manufactures therapeutic medical devices. The new-hire has been instructed to misrepresent their volume needs to an outside provider with the intent of canceling the order after the smaller volume which is really needed had been obtained. Although the supervisor sees this as the only means of obtaining the small quantity of specialized tool upon which company survival rides (a volume which the outside firm could not feasibly produce with any profitability for themselves), the new-hire recognizes that misrepresenting his company’s intentions to another company would not only be a sure way of gaining an even worse industry reputation than what his new company already had but quite possibly immerse the company in a costly and counterproductive legal proceedings. The new-hire figures out an alternative approach which preserves both his personal ethics and his company’s reputation. No sources are listed.
Filename: PPbusAny.rtf

Amazon.com
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Amazon.com is the wonder company of the web. It is the one stop shopping gate to books, videos and music. This 5 page paper explores the issues facing Amazon.com, analyzes the structure by applying Porter's Five Forces Model and provides a SWOT analysis. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Amazon.com Case Study
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This 6 page paper answers specific questions regarding Amazon and its market. The questions include consideration of how or why Amazon have been a successful online retailer, whether or not Amazon customers also use other sites to shop for books and CDs, what aspects of customer services have aided Amazons development, why high turnover does not necessarily result in higher profits, the differences between an online and a bricks and mortar experience and the potential problems Amazon.com may face as they continue to expand their product ranges. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
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America West Airlines
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A 5 page paper discussing America West's competitive strategies. America West has been able to effectively compete against Southwest Airlines, American and Delta. This paper examines reasons it has been able to be effective and makes recommendations as to how it can enhance its competitive position, which is already strong in the limited number of markets it serves. Includes one chart; bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: KSAmWest.rtf

American Express & Leadership
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A 4 page research paper that discusses leadership at American Express in terms of leadership theory drawn from the latest literature. The writer argues that American Express International is a company that is following the new paradigm toward leadership, as this company's practice draws on the latest ideas in leadership theory. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khamex.rtf

An Advertising Campaign for L'Oreal's Redkin Brand in Australia
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This 11 page paper proposes a marketing campaign for the Redkin hair care range of products in Australia, however the campaign suggested is suitable be undertaken in other areas. The paper starts with a brief executive summary and then looks at the company, the brand, the target market. The competitors and suggest the use of national advertising supported by road show promotions. The bibliography cites 7 sources.
Filename: TEredkin.rtf

An Analysis of Blue Care Network
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This 5 page paper evaluates the Blue Care Network (BCN) which is under the umbrella of Blue Cross/Blue Shield. A SWOT analysis is included and recommendations are made. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA209BCN.rtf

An Analysis of Chrysler Daimler Benz
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This 8 page paper evaluates this corporation and its relatively recent merger. Problems are highlighted as is the new leadership which it is throught will bring this company to greatness. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: SA641Chr.rtf

An Analysis Of PepsiCo
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A 7 page paper analyzing the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats facing the company in the coming months (as of March, 1997). The company isn't just the Number 2 soft drink manufacturer, they also own Frito-Lay and a group of restaurants including Pizza Hut, KFC and Taco Bell. Frito-Lay enjoys the largest market share of the snack industry both in the U.S. and the world; the group of restaruants collectively is the world's largest. Bibliography includes 5 cited references.
Filename: Pepsi.wps

An Analysis of Superdrug
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This 3 page paper provides a SWOT analysis of this drugstore chain in the United Kingdom. The paper gives much attention to marketing. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA337Sup.rtf

An Analysis of Textron, Inc. and the Cessna 172
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In 5 pages, the author analyses Textron, Inc. and the Cessna 172. The SWOT method is suggested for analysis of Textron, Inc. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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An Analysis of the Kudler Website
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This 3 page paper provides an analysis of this case study provided by a student. Marketing mix is discussed. Bibliography lists 1 source.
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An Analysis of Verizon Wireless
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This 6 page paper evaluates Verizon Wireless. The parent company is discussed as well. This overview is related to competition and includes strategies that Verizon might want to implement. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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An Evaluation of Blockbuster's Web Site
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This 4 page paper examines Blockbuster's web site and entry into the online market. The paper is three pages and one page is a letter to Blockbuster's CEO introducing the paper. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: SA638Blk.rtf

An Evaluation of Customer Service at Quest Foods
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This 5 page paper uses a case study submitted by a student to evaluate the importance of customer service. Several questions are answered in respect to Quest and their CRM model is revealed. Customer service is discussed in general terms as well. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: SA342CRM.rtf

An Evaluation of Employee Practices and Management at Taco Bell
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This 5 page paper delves into Taco Bell restaurants and provides recommendations. A SWOT analysis is included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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An Evaluation of the AOL-Time Warner Merger
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This 7 page paper examines the AOL-Time Warner merger through marketing and institutional perspectives. What happened and why are things discussed. The M&A craze is discussed as a phenomenon. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: SA548AOL.rtf

An Evaluation of the Chrysler and Daimler Benz Merger
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This 4 page paper evaluates this international business merger. Various opinions are discussed in the context of this analysis. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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An Evaluation of the Perdue Company
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This 5 page paper examines Perdue. How it has done and where it is headed is the primary focus of this analysis. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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An Evaluation of Wal-Mart
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This 5 page paper provides an evaluation of Wal-Mart and includes a SWOT analysis. The criticisms against the corporate giant are duly noted. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: SA326Wal.rtf

An Example Business Plan for a New Product
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This 17 page paper considers a new product, in this case a multimedia phone and looks at the way in which the marketing of it van be approached, for determining the advantages and disadvantages of the product, identifying customers, marketing and budgeting for the future sales. The bibliography cites 3 sources.
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An Investigation of Office Depot Inc
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This 7 page paper looks at office Depot Inc. for a financial perspective considering its current and historical position, it then goes on to look at the information systems and finally looks at the marketing of the company including the impact of the failed merger with Staples. The bibliography cites 10 sources.
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An Overview of DHL Worldwide
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This 7 page paper provides basic information about this industry giant as well as to discuss why the firm had been successful. Some financials are explored. Management style and corporate culture are discussed as part of the analysis. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: SA420DHL.rtf

An Overview of Federal Express
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This 6 page paper provides pieces of information with the use of Porter's five forces model, a value chain analysis and an economic attributes framework analysis. The goals of the firm are discussed and specific financial information is provided. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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An Overview of Nike, Inc.
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This 6 page paper provides an overview of the corporation. Its history is explored and how it will fare in the struggling economy is discussed. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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An Overview of the Nokia Corporation
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This 7 page paper delves into the management style, history and accomplishments of the mobile phone sector's number one manufacturer. The history and future of this company is discussed as well as problems in the industry. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: SA303Nok.rtf

AN OVERVIEW: AT&T WIRELESS AND THE INDUSTRY
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This 15-page paper offers an analysis of the wireless industry and the part AT&T Wireless plays in it. Topics discussed include an overview of the U.S. economy, an overview of the wireless industry from the perspective of Porter's Five Forces and an analysis of AT&T Wireless, its background and competitive strategy. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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