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(2008, 3200 words)
The paper offers a case study of FedEx analysing the global express transportation and logistics industry along the lines of Porters Value Chain and Five Forces frameworks. Core competencies and dynamic capabilities of FedEx are identified discussing the company's reorganisation in 2000 and their new strategic initiatives, i.e. the extension of their brand to subsidiary companies, the introduction of the low-cost residential delivery service, FedEx Home Delivery, etc. Future strategic directions of FedEx in the area of corporate social responsibility are considered.
(2008, 2900 words)
The paper uses the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) as a case study to explore strategic paradoxes and evaluate the key strategic dimensions that the company will have to establish in order to achieve their global aspiration. The models of PESTEL, Porter's Five Force and Ansoff's Intensive Growth are used to analyse the current position of the BBC.
(2008, 4500 words)
The paper examines the position of De Beers in the diamond industry providing the company's value chain analysis, exploring possible difficulties that De Beers may face in staffing senior positions, analysing the financial performance of the company in 2003 and 2004, their critical success factors before and after the entry to the retail jewellery business, and the opportunities offered by the diamond mining industry for the maintenance of De Beers' product price, quality, dependability, etc.
(2008, 2200 words)
The paper examines Ryanair's strategic position in terms of the company's strategic intent, the importance of their stakeholders, etc. Ryanair's main resources and capabilities are analysed highlighting those that are most likely to lead to a sustained competitive advantage. Suggestions are made regarding Ryanair's future strategy.
(2008, 3000 words)
The paper looks at the external forces affecting Sainsbury's analysing their approach to value chain management and balanced scorecard used to improve the company's strategy. The steps introduced for change management are outlined; the importance of shareholder value is explained.
(2008, 2600 words)
The paper looks at Barclaycard, one of the UK's credit and debit card leaders, investigating strategic directions that Barclaycard may envisage in the future, describing the company's growth and development strategies, market penetration, etc. Recommendations are suggested about the strategic directions of the company development. The study is based on the book by Johnson and Scholes "Exploring Corporate Strategy: text and cases".
(2008, 1800 words)
The paper reports on the use of Information Technology (IT) at Charteris Consulting in London reviewing the company's background, mission, objectives and strategic planning model (SPM). The assessment of the SPM is made using SWOT analysis and suggesting strategies for the future.
(2008, 4000 words)
The paper examines the strategic decision of Alitalia to enter the Sky Team network alliance. The validity of this decision is assessed using Porter's five forces analysis of the market forces affecting the airline industry. The consistency of the decision to enter the alliance is considered and assessed in the light of its impact on key strategic dimensions (with the use of balanced scorecard methodology) and the stance of the key stakeholders.
(2008, 2100 words)
The paper presents a cost and benefit analysis of Airstrip One, a New Media firm producing promotional websites for European and American films. Strategic needs of the company are examined; assessment criteria are developed to test and evaluate the software used in their websites. The paper also includes SWOT, Critical Success Factors and business strategy analysis of Airstrip One.
(2008, 2900 words)
The paper reports on the UK company TORK producing hand tools and electric motors. The analysis is conducted of the company's purchasing department (PD) including TORK's background, PD structure, the adoption of just-in-time (JIT) model for PD, the features and advantages of JIT purchasing, the relationship between PD and other departments of the company, the operational strategy of TORK, etc. Porter's Five Forces analysis of the external market is performed; recommendations are suggested to the company management.
(2008, 18 slides Presentation)
The paper offers a power point presentation of a report on IKEA including the company's history, background, financial position, HRM, and structure. SWOT analysis of IKEA is presented; their success factors are identified.
(2005, 2900 words)
The paper examines the position of Boots in the pharmaceutical industry reviewing the company's history, describing their competitors, identifying the trends in their behaviour, the prospects of their merger with another large pharmacy group and new ways to boost their business. The factors affecting the performance of Boots in the chemist sector are outlined using the models of PESTE and SWOT. Recommendations for the company management are suggested.
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