Case Study

In 1806, when the company was founded by 23-year-old William Colgate, it concentrated exclusively on selling starch, soap, and candles from its New York City-based factory and shop. Upon entering his second year of business, Colgate became partners with Francis Smith, and the company became Smith and Colgate, a name it kept until 1812 when […]

According to Pearce (1988, p.80), theme parks are extreme examples of capital intensive, highly developed, user-oriented, man-modified, recreational environments. Theme parks attempt to create an atmosphere of another place and time, usually emphasize one dominant theme around which architecture, landscape, rides, shows, food services, costumed personnel, retailing are orchestrated. In this definition, the concept of […]

1. What types of decisions must Jim McMaster make on a daily basis for Natural Designs to run smoothly? What kind of decisions must he make on a long-term basis? Short-term Decisions Depending on sales volume Jim has to decide how many orders need to be satisfied daily, which includes production and distribution of the […]

Flextronics International case study discusses the challenges that the CEO, Michael Marks, faces in a global economy where the technology industry keeps changing at a rapid pace. Flextronics is trying to discover a new identity and not just manufacture a product for customers, but design and sell a phone to potential customers. Flextronics went from […]

The decision to attend graduate school can be one of immense commitment and responsibility. Success requires rigorous planning and well-defined goals, both short-term and long-term. Exceptional communication skills are also necessary to interact effectively with fellow classmates and faculty. Although completion of a Master’s program opens doors to many professional career opportunities, it does not […]

Joaquin was born in Paco, Manila, one of ten children of Leocadio Joaquin, a colonel under General Emilio Aguinaldo in the 1896 Revolution, and Salome Marquez, a teacher of English and Spanish. After being read poems and stories by his mother, the boy Joaquin read widely in his father’s library and at the National Library […]

After near extinction Harley-Davidson has become one of the premier motorcycle manufacturers and distributors in the world. A primary driver in this success has been their attention to building the Harley-Davidson brand with attention to customer loyalty, specifically with the creation of a brand community of customers – the Harley Owners Group (HOG). Through HOG […]

Overview Curled Metal Inc. (CMI) used to manufacture custom-fabricated components for chemical process filtration and other highly technical applications. After CMI developed Slip-Seal, the company had grown rapidly over the past decade. However, company management wanted to diversify away from its heavy reliance on Slip-Seal. Thus, management began to examine their new product, a cushion […]

HSBC Bank UK is a public limited company that is headquartered in London, England. The HSBC was founded in Hong Kong, China, but was forced to move to London in 1992. According to Forbes Magazine, HSBC Bank is the largest banking group in the world. Also, Forbes Magazine stated that the bank is the sixth […]

Office Equipment Company (OEC) must identify a manager to help set up and run a new manufacturing facility located in the Palestinian-controlled Gaza Strip. The position will have a minimum duration of three years. OEC manufactures office equipment such as photo copying machines, recording machines, mail scales, and paper shredders in eight different countries. OEC’s […]

The computer virus employees of Symantec Corp. are never able to enjoy a finished product. They are constantly collecting viruses and suspicious codes to analyze the way they work and to find a solution to prevent these viruses form damaging the public’s computers. They are determined to provide their consumers with updated versions of anti […]

In 1997, the Canadian company “Research in Motion” (RIM) introduced the Blackberry to the global market. This revolutionary device functions as a wireless email system and bears similarities to a smart phone in terms of appearance. It boasts an intricate design featuring a keyboard similar to that of a laptop. The name ‘Blackberry’ was inspired […]

Worldwide, fingerprints are recognized as the principal and most dependable biometric for uniquely identifying individuals in various applications like verification and law enforcement. Different strategies used for matching these prints encompass filter-based, minutiae or Galton feature’s-based, correlation-based, and pattern matching techniques. The frequently employed method is rooted on minutiae that identify distinctive features of a […]

The UCMJ 86, often known as AWOL or absence without leave, pertains to instances where a military member doesn’t report to their assigned duty location at the prescribed time without acquiring proper approval. This can also cover cases where a person deliberately separates themselves from their designated group, unit, or station they were ordered to […]

All segments are critical for the implementation of our company’s strategy because we chose to be broad cost leaders. Cost leaders maintain a presence in all market segments by focusing on low production costs and competitive pricing. With that in mind, one segment is considered to be slightly more important than the others: the low […]

Metro Cash and Carry has enjoyed competitive advantages in multiple areas. MCC has benefited from being business unit of Metro Group, the world’s third largest retailer, which has provided ample sources of financing to the company. MCC introduced the C&C business model to the world, efficiently controlling operational costs by targeting small and medium-sized enterprises […]

What assumptions cause the immediate-short-run aggregate supply curve horizontal? Why is the long run aggregate supply curve vertical? Explain the shape of the short-run aggregate supply curve. Why is short-run curve relatively flat to the left of the full-employment output and relatively steep to the right? The long-run aggregate supply curve is vertical because the […]

Erskine Caldwell’s 1932 novel Tobacco Road is at once a brute force portrayal of the Depression-era poverty of the Deep South and an exaggeration of rural southern stereotypes. But the story serves as a potent reminder of the despair of the not-to-distant past, and how ordinary people were left to fend for themselves at the […]

Company Background History of Maybank Maybank have first established its business incorporation at 1960 and after 52 years of operations it is undoubtly that the group has proven its commitment to excellence and innovation to becoming Malaysia’s regional finance leader. It first incorporates on May 31 1960 at Mayson House and are the first that […]

Who were the key stakeholders involved in, or affected by, the collapse of Enron? How and to what degree were they hurt or helped by the actions of Enron management? Outline: Key stakeholders involved or affected by the collapse of Enron How were the key stakeholders hurt or helped by the actions of Enron management […]

1. Evaluate NASCAR’s branding strategy in relation to its overall marketing strategy. Could NASCAR have done anything differently to insulate itself against the economic downturn? NASCAR is very successfull to promote its brand name by using multiple marketing enterprises in its branding strategy. NASCAR uses its brand drivers for determining its branding strategy. NASCAR emphasizes […]

1. Opening Comments The emergence of web technology has driven the growth in the use of digital communication tools. Modern facilities such as instant messaging and wikis present both positive and negative impacts across various industries, notably in business. Nowadays, business dealings and trade operations are conducted online, providing unparalleled ease and efficiency. The effects, […]