C/MD/44. BSkyB and Virgin Media

The paper analyzes three articles covering the dispute between BSkyB and Virgin Media (VM) whereby BSkyB prevented VM customers from gaining access to basic Sky channels after disagreements between both companies. An outline of each article is given; the history of the problem is explored. Each article is critically analyzed with contradiction and similarities in their arguments highlighted and evaluated.

C/F/230. Financial performance of British Sky Broadcasting Group, Virgin Media, BT Group and Vodafone

The paper reports on the financial performance of four companies, i.e. British Sky Broadcasting Group, Virgin Media, BT Group and Vodafone Group, conducting analysis of their balance sheets, cash flow statements, income statements and performance dynamics in the financial market. Recommendations about the companies' strategic development are suggested.

C/F/122. Examination of BSkyB’s annual reports

This paper is dedicated to the analysis of the annual report published by British Sky Broadcasting Group plc for the 2005 financial year. The author looks at different accounting polices used by the group and locates where they can be found throughout the report. The major issues and challenges are also examined from the company’s point of view as well as by means of press reports. The third part of this work concerned with the interests of different stakeholders of the company. Finally, the fourth part provides brief account with regard to financial performance of BSkyB.

P/B/258. UK News Industry. The effect of BskyB and Channel Five deal

This paper aims to investigate the short and long-term effects of the deal between BskyB and Channel Five. Paper looks into the terrestrial TV industry, gives overviews of BSkyB and Channel Five companies; analyses the market and competition on the market; SWOT and PEST analyses of BskyB and Channel Five; analysis of the "deal" and draws the conclusions.

C/B/199. The News Corporation

This paper is based on the case study from Johnson and Scholes (Exploring Corporate Strategy). The present paper analyses the current environmental and industry factors of the TNC, one of the leading companies in the global media business. This analysis produces the holistic view of the macro factors that affect the industry players and the company. Basing on the industry and business environment analysis the paper reviews current opportunities and threats, strengths and weaknesses (SWOT analysis). The paper reviews the competitive environment and the way the company develops and maintains its competitive advantage. Besides it identifies the key stakeholders and proposes future directions for strategic development. The analysis of historic strategic directions of BSkyB is introduced. The analysis identifies such opportunities to improve financial health, capitalize on the growth of advertising market and develop further differentiation. At the same time economic conditions and debt finance were distinguished as serious threats to the company. The business strategy analysis identified that company is competitive due to its diversified portfolio, creative organizational culture, and the experience of running the international operations. At the same time the current expansion strategy and current capital of capital were defined as major weaknesses. For future strategic direction, the paper suggests the development of cost-reduction activities, introduction of new ICT technologies and superior market segmentation. The development of major strategic developments of BSkyB identified that high debt finance and new product diffusion process seriously threatened to the overall survival of the company.

C/B/94. Global news industry analysis. Analysis of strategies of BBC and BSkyB

The report is assessing the global news networks in particular focusing on UK market, illustrated by BBC and BSkyB as ones of the most powerful and important players of the international arena. The report provides some analysis of the both companies in terms of their past and current position as well as future prospects, followed by concentrating on the three main areas such as: industry analysis (Porters 5 + 1Forces and Spectrum of Industry Structures), dominance strategy (achieving and sustaining competitive strategy and Porter's 3 generic strategies) and challenger strategy (assessing industry rivals and defining the most successful one).

P/B/90. Analysis of British Sky Broadcasting

This paper analyses British Sky Broadcasting (BSkyB), the leader in digital television in Great Britain. Due to some changes in the technology - company's position is at threat of intense competition. This report therefore aims to suggest how should BSkyB reposition themselves to fully exploit the digital age? Company was analysed through SWOT, PEST, Boston matrix, Porter's Six Forces, EVR Congruence, Financial Analysis, Ansoff's matrix and Competitive Analysis. It has been discovered, that BSkyB are well positioned to concentrate on its retail activities due to the company's sound financial position, customer focus, high brand recognition, and experience in acquisitions and new product launches. Several other important suggestions are made in order to assure that company will perform successfully in the future.