Global Gadgets Imports (GGI) began operations in 1992 as an importer of home decor and gift items. Initially, GGI imported from various Asian manufacturers and sold its inventory through a network of distributors and other intermediaries who supplied to the retail and mail order catalog market. In 1995, GGI opened its first reta
A specialty store that cater to the needs of teenagers by offering designer clothing in a trendy atmosphere is most likely pursuing which type of strategy? a. differentiation advantage b. learning curve advantage c. cost advantage d. Differentiation combined with cost leadership
Marketers must understand the tools of their trade. Using both the textbook and articles found in the Library's full text databases, create a report in which you address the following questions: 1. What is the overall purpose of a marketing plan? 2. List and describe the various components of a marketing strategy. (Thi
We are having Gatorade open fitness for: Individuals who serious athletes, professional and non-professional. Individuals who used to be athletes and are desiring to reach their previous level of fitness.Young individuals aspiring to become an athlete or those who desire to increase their athletic acumen.Sports enthusiasts from
How would one identify the positioning and differentiation strategies for a product or service?
What are some strategies a new firm would implement to capture a highly specialized/differentiated niche market from another company? This niche market is currently receiving high quality service at middle-to-premium prices. How would the incumbent firm protect their existing market and grow revenues in the face of this ne
Do you think Apple Computer can continue its remarkable performance in the iPod business? What are the iPod's competitive advantages over its rivals? Are they sustainable in the future? Explain and justify your answer
Restaurant / Fast food company is in the process of introducing a new diet menu options. Identify the positioning & differentiation strategies using "PLACE" in the marketing mix such as: -channels of distribution, product location availability, physical distribution/ location, cost, markup, suggested selling price, profit marg
If you can present this in a PPT format this will be most helpful! Use attached PPT as your guide. Thank you very much. Please read the case study and provide input that will help me with a presentation and grasp understanding of the material and layout in a Story Board format (attached). This is to be an objective analysi
I have attached a file with the case study for blades inc. as a adobe reader pdf file. It is located on pages 150-151. Below is a copy and paste of it however the table didn't copy and paste so you will need to look at the pdf file. Briefly summarize the case formulate answers to questions 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 at the conclusion
1. Assume that you are a risk adverse manager in an industry experiencing rapid technological innovations. Which of the generic strategies would you be inclined to favor to mitigate risk? Why? 2. It is said that competitive forces shape strategy. If this were true, how would you addess these forces in the selection of alterna
Ricketts Heating and Air installs natural gas-fired central heating systems with timers. In the wintertime, if the owner of a system wants to have the house cooler when no one is there, but have it heated back up before anyone arrives home; he or she can use this timing system. How could Ricketts use service to differentiate its
Explain the difference between corporate-level and business-level strategy. Is one better than the other?
Do you believe nations should charge taxes for products coming into their countries? In your opinion what strategies should International company's use when tariffs are charged?
Please help me with the two questions at the end of the scenario. Thank you. Scenario: Let's look at two of Able Corporation's two major competitors: Smith & White Corporation (S&W), a very large and aggressive domestic manufacturer, and Makatume, a Japanese powerhouse. Smith & White markets a full line of moderate
I need to understand what is this assignment is seeking? Assignment: Review the web sites of the following companies participating in the power tool industry: Black and Decker, Makita, Bosch, Porter Cable.List as many corporate, business, functional, and operating strategies for each company as you can glean from the posted li
(List any source of information used to support your answers) 1. Analysis of Strategic Factors 2. Strategic Alternatives and Recommended Strategy 3. Implementation 4. Evaluation and Control
(1) How would you address each company's weakness? (2) If you were Makatume, what would you do about higher voltages? (a) First take the perspective of S&W's Director of Strategic Planning and discuss S&W's weaknesses and what you would do about them. (b) Take the perspective of Makatume's Director of Strategic Planning
Which of the following statements about the creation of a global web of value creation activities is false? (a) it can help a company achieve a cost advantage (b) it can help a company achieve a differentiation advantage (c) it impedes a company from pursuing both low cost and differentiation simultaneously (d)
Differentiation is least effective when it is based on_________. product quality, service quality, an appeal to the customer's psychological needs, reliability, or physical features Please advise answer & why. Thanks!
Horizonal integration supports the achievement of a ______________ strategy? (a) cost leadership (b) differentiation (c) focus (d) cost leadership and differentiation (e) stuck in the middle
I have written a strategic statement, and completed a competitive survey, both very good. There are 5 options, which 4 makes the least amount of sense to pursue. I would not choose the wallpaper to risky, I do not want to take on the big guys, and email may not make sense. That is my gut, but I may be wrong.
Below is a brief strategic statement, and competitive analysis based on a fictious company, that I completed based on my readings. Which of the 5 options makes the most sense to pursue.
Attached is an 8 page document giving a good overview of the industry, and strengths of each. The interviews are limited, and spent some time on the manufacturing. Create a basic strategy based only the limited information given.
A few years ago we looked at a small business that made a Play Dough-like product called "Dazzle Magic." This product was differentiated from the standard (Play Dough) product in the early childhood industry (preschool, grade school, home) by color and scent. Grape, orange, cherry, banana scents etc., with the usual associated c