This document discusses business research methodology. It provides definitions of business research and types of business research such as quantitative analysis, qualitative analysis, experiments, observations, applied research, developmental research, and basic research. It also outlines criteria for good research such as having a clearly defined purpose and describing the research procedure in detail. Qualities of good research are discussed like being systematic and logical. The document also explains concepts like isolating the problem rather than just symptoms and determining relevant variables.
The document discusses various strategic analysis tools and techniques used to analyze a company's internal strengths and weaknesses as well as external opportunities and threats. It describes Porter's Five Forces framework for industry analysis, which examines the competitive forces that shape an industry and the attractiveness of the industry. It also discusses the SWOT analysis technique for assessing internal strengths and weaknesses and external opportunities and threats. Environmental scanning techniques like ETOP and QUEST are covered, which help identify external factors that may impact a company. The importance of strategic analysis for formulating business strategy is emphasized.
Mb0046 2 Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 2 MB0046 – Marketin...Devendra Kachhi
The seven stages of new product development are: 1) idea generation, 2) idea screening, 3) concept development, 4) concept testing, 5) marketing strategy development, 6) business analysis, and 7) product development. SWOT analysis is used to analyze the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of a business to help develop an effective marketing mix. The major external uncontrollable factors that influence organizations are economic, demographic, legal/political/social, technological, and natural factors.
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External Environmental
Analysis
Learning Objectives
By the time you have completed this chapter, you should be able to do the following:
• Conduct an industry and competitive analysis and understand why it is important.
• Conduct a market analysis and understand why it is important.
• Scan the general environment for any changes or trends that might favor or adversely affect the company.
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CHAPTER 4Section 4.1 Industry and Competitive Analysis
Chapter Outline
4.1 Industry and Competitive Analysis
4.2 Market Analysis
4.3 Environmental-Trend Analysis
An analysis of the external environment covers the industry or segment in which the company
competes, its competitors, markets, and other relevant environmental trends and changes. The
purpose is to understand how the company’s relevant environment is changing and might change
in the future—in this sense, “relevant” means anything the company might affect or could be
affected by. Without such an understanding, doing strategic planning becom ...
The document provides an introduction to operations research (OR), including its origins in solving military problems during World War II, definitions, characteristics, methodology, application areas, and limitations. OR emerged as a field to help allocate scarce resources effectively for military operations. It uses scientific and mathematical modeling approaches to help executives make rational decisions. Some key points made in the document include:
- OR is interdisciplinary and system-focused, drawing on techniques from multiple fields to analyze complex systems.
- The OR methodology typically involves observing the problem environment, defining the problem, developing a mathematical model, inputting appropriate data, testing solutions, and implementing recommendations.
- OR is applied across various domains including defense, industry, transportation,
007 a paper_on_problem_definetion_in marketing_imc_researchimcResearch
This document discusses how ideas for market research arise and outlines key considerations for developing a successful market research proposal. It notes that ideas for research usually come from managers trying to solve problems or capitalize on opportunities. These ideas are then scoped internally before being presented to research agencies. The document emphasizes that a thorough research brief provides agencies with the necessary context and guidance to develop targeted proposals. It identifies important elements for briefs such as research objectives, target audiences, budget constraints, and reporting needs. Finally, it discusses factors agencies must balance in their proposals like required information, desired accuracy levels, and available budgets to design effective research solutions.
This document discusses business research methodology. It provides definitions of business research and types of business research such as quantitative analysis, qualitative analysis, experiments, observations, applied research, developmental research, and basic research. It also outlines criteria for good research such as having a clearly defined purpose and describing the research procedure in detail. Qualities of good research are discussed like being systematic and logical. The document also explains concepts like isolating the problem rather than just symptoms and determining relevant variables.
The document discusses various strategic analysis tools and techniques used to analyze a company's internal strengths and weaknesses as well as external opportunities and threats. It describes Porter's Five Forces framework for industry analysis, which examines the competitive forces that shape an industry and the attractiveness of the industry. It also discusses the SWOT analysis technique for assessing internal strengths and weaknesses and external opportunities and threats. Environmental scanning techniques like ETOP and QUEST are covered, which help identify external factors that may impact a company. The importance of strategic analysis for formulating business strategy is emphasized.
Mb0046 2 Master of Business Administration - MBA Semester 2 MB0046 – Marketin...Devendra Kachhi
The seven stages of new product development are: 1) idea generation, 2) idea screening, 3) concept development, 4) concept testing, 5) marketing strategy development, 6) business analysis, and 7) product development. SWOT analysis is used to analyze the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of a business to help develop an effective marketing mix. The major external uncontrollable factors that influence organizations are economic, demographic, legal/political/social, technological, and natural factors.
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Mergent. (2017). Acadia Healthcare Company Details. Retrieved from Mergent Online database.
Mergent. (2017). Acadia Healthcare Company Financials. Retrieved from Mergent Online database.
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External Environmental
Analysis
Learning Objectives
By the time you have completed this chapter, you should be able to do the following:
• Conduct an industry and competitive analysis and understand why it is important.
• Conduct a market analysis and understand why it is important.
• Scan the general environment for any changes or trends that might favor or adversely affect the company.
4
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CHAPTER 4Section 4.1 Industry and Competitive Analysis
Chapter Outline
4.1 Industry and Competitive Analysis
4.2 Market Analysis
4.3 Environmental-Trend Analysis
An analysis of the external environment covers the industry or segment in which the company
competes, its competitors, markets, and other relevant environmental trends and changes. The
purpose is to understand how the company’s relevant environment is changing and might change
in the future—in this sense, “relevant” means anything the company might affect or could be
affected by. Without such an understanding, doing strategic planning becom ...
The document provides an introduction to operations research (OR), including its origins in solving military problems during World War II, definitions, characteristics, methodology, application areas, and limitations. OR emerged as a field to help allocate scarce resources effectively for military operations. It uses scientific and mathematical modeling approaches to help executives make rational decisions. Some key points made in the document include:
- OR is interdisciplinary and system-focused, drawing on techniques from multiple fields to analyze complex systems.
- The OR methodology typically involves observing the problem environment, defining the problem, developing a mathematical model, inputting appropriate data, testing solutions, and implementing recommendations.
- OR is applied across various domains including defense, industry, transportation,
007 a paper_on_problem_definetion_in marketing_imc_researchimcResearch
This document discusses how ideas for market research arise and outlines key considerations for developing a successful market research proposal. It notes that ideas for research usually come from managers trying to solve problems or capitalize on opportunities. These ideas are then scoped internally before being presented to research agencies. The document emphasizes that a thorough research brief provides agencies with the necessary context and guidance to develop targeted proposals. It identifies important elements for briefs such as research objectives, target audiences, budget constraints, and reporting needs. Finally, it discusses factors agencies must balance in their proposals like required information, desired accuracy levels, and available budgets to design effective research solutions.
Bharti Airtel Limited is India's largest telecommunications services provider with over 325 million customers across 20 countries. It operates mobile networks in India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. Airtel offers mobile, DTH, fixed broadband, and enterprise services. Some key points about the company include:
- It was established in 1995 and launched mobile services in Delhi and Himachal Pradesh.
- Airtel has acquired several companies over the years to expand its operations and customer base.
- It is the largest mobile network operator in India with over 325 million subscribers.
- In addition to mobile, Airtel also provides DTH, broadband, and enterprise telecom solutions.
The document outlines the objectives, limitations, and methodology of a study about Bharti Airtel Limited. The objectives are to understand Airtel's mobile segment growth, attract customers through promotions, analyze the customer base and satisfaction, compare Airtel's plans to competitors, and study market share and expenses. Limitations include cold responses, ignorance of products, lack of time and information. The methodology uses exploratory and descriptive research through questionnaires, interviews, and observation to collect primary data about preferences, attitudes, potential, and behavior.
This document outlines the scope of a market research study on the rigid plastic packaging market. It discusses three potential options for the scope of the study, which would analyze the global market or focus specifically on the Indian market. The study would include chapters covering market dynamics, size, segmentation by material, product, production process, end user, and region. It would also include competitive analysis and profiles of major players. The goal is to generate a substantial market database through primary and secondary research to provide industry insights and support clients' business decisions.
Operation research emerged from efforts during World War II to apply scientific methods to solve complex military problems. Its use expanded to business and industry after the war to address problems caused by increasing organizational complexity and specialization. Operation research uses interdisciplinary teams and quantitative modeling to analyze problems from a total system perspective, seeking optimal solutions that balance conflicting objectives across an organization. It has been applied in diverse fields like manufacturing, transportation, healthcare, and more. Key techniques include linear programming, queuing theory, and simulation. The scientific method and building mathematical models are core to the operation research approach to problem solving.
based on the business environment...what are the various ways to scan the environment.
what are the techniques being adopted by an organisation to scan the environment.
The paper examines the role of market orientation and strategic flexibility in helping Thai firms manage the recent Asian economic crisis. It develops hypotheses regarding the influence of market orientation and strategic flexibility on firm performance before and after the crisis. The paper surveys small and mid-sized Thai firms to test the hypotheses. The results indicate that market orientation benefits performance in environments with high demand or technological uncertainty, while strategic flexibility benefits performance when competitive intensity is high. The paper concludes that firms should emphasize both capabilities while recognizing their differing impacts based on environmental conditions.
1. The document discusses the rapid growth of the grey market for computers in India between 1993-1998. Sales in the Delhi area grew from 0.5 lakh rupees in 1993 to 125 lakh rupees in 1998, exhibiting phenomenal growth.
2. This growth is attributed to the cheap availability of hardware components and pirated software in the grey market, which are very attractive to consumers. Someone with basic knowledge can get good deals in the grey market.
3. Unless the government implements strict anti-piracy rules, the trend of high growth in the grey market is expected to continue. Projecting the growth, sales could reach
The document discusses environmental scanning and industry analysis. It covers identifying external environmental variables like the natural, societal, and task environments. Industry analysis involves analyzing the forces within a company's task environment like competitors, suppliers, buyers, and potential new entrants. The document also discusses categorizing industries from being multidomestic, specific to each country, to being global industries that operate worldwide.
This document is a marketing analysis report for Haier Group's potential entry into the household appliances market in Finland. It begins with an introduction that outlines the purpose and methodology of the analysis. It then provides an overview of the marketing analysis process, including a marketing audit with internal and external analyses. The external analysis examines Finland's macroenvironment and Haier's microenvironment. A SWOT analysis of Haier's potential in Finland is also presented. The report then analyzes Haier's internal strengths and the Finnish market, including key competitors like Whirlpool, Miele, and Electrolux. Distribution channels and an entry strategy are discussed. In conclusion, the author evaluates Haier's objectives and opportunities in Finland.
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Global Business Strategy
Level 7 - Unit 7.2
International Business
Environment Analysis.
Report – Activity 1
Revised 18 Sept 2015
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Contents
Section Details Page
Activity 1
Introduction Company profile 4
1a International business environment Analysis Techniques 4 – 7
1b Analysis of the micro and macro of Marks & Spencer‟s PLC 7 – 8
1c The impact of international business environment on Marks & Spencer‟s 8 – 9
1d What does globalization mean for Marks & Spencer‟s? 9 – 10
1a (2) What is the extent of globalization on organizations? 10
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1b (2) Operating structures different organizations in international markets. 10 – 11
References 12
Introduction
Marks & Spencer PLC was founded in 1884.It has grown from a single market stall to an
international multi-channel retailer. They sell stylish, high quality value clothing and home
products as well as food, responsibly sourced from around 3,000 suppliers globally. Their
portfolio covers general merchandise, food, international and multi-channel across 54
international territories with nearly 86,000 employees.(Marks and Spencer, 2014).
International business environment Analysis Techniques
Business environment is the combination of internal and external factors that influence a
company‟s operating situation and the overall business. It is both Micro and Macro in nature.
Micro or internal factors are controllable and could include management style, organizational
culture, mission and value statement. Whereas Macro or external factors are uncontrollable these
http://www.businessdictionary.com/definition/combination.html
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factors are often both dynamic & complex. Business environment factors can include new
policies, procedures, government changes, improvements in technology, social and economic
trends(Nonaka, I., and Takeuchi, H, 1995).The reason for analyzing the business environment is
to highlight opportunities and threats. Knowing the opportunities and threats to the business
allows the company to set a strong business strategy and understand better where to invest,
expand, diversify and downscale. There are a number of different tools we can use to analyse
both the Micro & Marco factors within a business.
Micro can be analysed with Porters 5 forces model.Porter identified that there are 5 key
forces that influence business that needed to be analysed in order to develop a competitive
advantage (Porter, 1985). These forces are supplier power, buyer power, competitive rivalry,
threat of substitution &threat of new entryand are used for strategic industry analysis. The
positives of using this technique to analyze is that it looks at a wider range of competitors and it
forces the business to look externally. However this is a relatively old model that may not be
suitable ...
What is research?
Why managers should know about research?
Business research.
Types of business research.
Managers and research.
The manager and the consultant researcher
This document discusses research methods for business. It defines research as the process of finding solutions to problems through study and analysis. Managers are constantly conducting research to make decisions. Good decision making involves correctly identifying problems and gathering relevant information to draw conclusions. The document outlines the steps in business research and examples of applied and basic research questions. It also discusses the differences between internal and external consultants for research projects and the importance of ethics in business research.
Marketing research is the systematic study of problems related to marketing goods and services. It involves defining problems, collecting relevant information, analyzing data, and recommending solutions. There are two main types of marketing research: basic research, which expands general knowledge without addressing a specific problem, and applied research, which seeks solutions to practical problems and evaluates potential outcomes. Marketing research uses qualitative and quantitative methods like surveys, interviews, and experiments to collect and analyze data. This helps companies understand customer needs, monitor competitors, evaluate advertising, and make better product and marketing decisions.
This document provides an overview of business research. It defines research as the process of finding solutions to problems through thorough study and analysis. There are two types of research: applied research which aims to solve specific business problems, and basic research which generates generalizable knowledge. Business research involves systematically identifying issues, gathering relevant information, analyzing data, and determining solutions. It is important for managers to understand research as it helps them make well-informed decisions.
This document discusses research methods for business. It defines research as the process of finding solutions to problems through study and analysis. Managers are constantly engaged in research activities to make decisions. Good decision making involves correctly identifying problems, relevant factors, necessary information, drawing conclusions, and implementing solutions. Research can be applied to solve current problems or be basic/fundamental to generate general knowledge. Both types follow systematic inquiry. Managers benefit from understanding research to identify issues early and interact effectively with researchers.
The Ruia group adopted a strategy of horizontal integration through acquisitions and mergers to expand its business. This allowed it to increase market share and benefit from economies of scale. If Dunlop shares are quoted on the stock exchange, it would benefit shareholders by providing greater returns and dividends as the company revives under Ruia group ownership. Ruia group's strategy of entering the retread market was appropriate, but it could have coupled it with vertical integration by becoming suppliers to itself, which would save costs and increase profits. Some advantages for Falcon Tyres of being part of the Ruia group include leadership guidance, competitive advantages from the brand name, infrastructure and resources to grow business.
The document provides an executive summary of a market study conducted on stationery products in Pune for ITC Ltd. The objectives were to understand ITC's Classmate brand position and availability, assess competitor brands, and determine retailer preferences, quality perceptions, and satisfaction levels. Primary data was collected through retailer surveys in Pune, while secondary sources included company brochures and the internet. Analysis of the data identified areas where Classmate was not available, allowing competitors to capitalize. Limitations included a small sample size due to time constraints. The conclusion and suggestions aimed to match the project objectives and provide recommendations to improve Classmate availability in retail outlets.
Fundamental Analysis of banking industry.pdfdipraj10
This project is based on Fundamental analysis. The project is based on Indian banking sector. Top five leading banks in India is chosen for this analysis. In this project, You will see Fundamental analysis Is done through Top to Bottom approach. As per this approach, Economic analysis, Industrial Analysis and company analysis have been used.
External Environmental Analysis
Learning Objectives
After reading this chapter, you should be able to:
• Conduct an industry analysis and describe why it is important.
• Conduct a competitive analysis and describe why it is important.
• Conduct a market analysis and describe why it is important.
• Scan the general environment for any changes or trends that might favor or adversely affect a
healthcare organization.
Chapter 4
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CHAPTER 4Section 4.1 Industry Analysis
An analysis of the external environment covers the industry or segment in which the orga-
nization competes, its competitors, markets, and other relevant environmental trends and
changes. As illustrated in Figure 1.1, external analyses are part of the strategic thinking
process. The purpose is to understand how the environment relevant to the organization
is changing and might change in the future—in this sense, “relevant” means anything the
organization might affect or could be affected by. Without such an understanding, doing
strategic planning becomes much more difficult.
4.1 Industry Analysis
An industry analysis is the study of the healthcare industry and the forces that might
be causing it to change. It involves using a number of standard but indispensable tools
that will be discussed in this chapter. Because the ways in which the healthcare industry
changes can dramatically affect the decisions an organization makes, this analysis is a key
element in strategic planning.
The word industry in “industry analysis” can mean a segment of the larger healthcare
industry or the entire industry itself. If a healthcare organization provides services for
homebound patients, for example, for the purposes of doing a strategic analysis it is com-
peting in the home care industry, even though it is really a segment of the healthcare
industry. While HSOs must consider what is happening in the entire healthcare industry
during strategic planning, the in-depth industry analysis focuses on the arena in which
the organization competes. So while discussions in the next section use the broader term
industry analysis, remember that for HSOs this refers to their narrower segment of the
healthcare industry.
One thing to keep in mind when conducting an industry analysis is to write down what
is true for the industry—not for the organization under analysis. Sometimes data on an
industry or industry segment are easy
to obtain because they are regularly
published or because trade groups or
consulting firms keep tabs on certain
statistics. However, in some situa-
tions it may be difficult to get data for
a meaningful analysis.
To minimize errors when using inad-
equate data or relying on one person’s
estimates, it is advisable to assemble
a group of people to share perspec-
tives and use shared estimates in the
analysis. If the group is fairly knowl-
edgeable about the industry in which ...
This document discusses environmental scanning, which involves analyzing external factors in a company's strategic environment. It covers analyzing opportunities and threats from competitors using Porter's Five Forces model and industry analysis. The external environment is complex and dynamic, and can be analyzed at the competitive, national, and global levels. Technological changes are a major factor currently impacting strategic planning. Competitive intelligence uses legal and ethical methods to gather information on competitors' strengths and weaknesses. Quantitative tools like time series analysis and qualitative tools like expert opinions are used to analyze environmental data.
This document provides an overview of electronic payment and e-finance systems in India. It discusses various electronic funds transfer systems used by banks in India such as Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS), National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT), Electronic Clearing System (ECS), Immediate Payment Service (IMPS), and core banking solutions that allow customers to access accounts from any branch. It also mentions communication networks like INFINET that connect banks and the role of SWIFT and other international payment systems in facilitating domestic and international funds transfers.
Emerging Global Strategies for Indian Industry Bhadrappa Haralayya.pdfDR BHADRAPPA HARALAYYA
- The document analyzes the weak form efficiency of the Indian stock market, with a specific focus on the National Stock Exchange (NSE).
- It employs statistical tests like run tests and autocorrelation tests on monthly closing index values from 2000-2013 to analyze randomness and independence of stock price changes over time.
- The results of the statistical tests show that the NSE is inefficient in the weak form, as past stock price data can be used to predict future price movements, violating the random walk hypothesis of weak form efficiency.
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Bharti Airtel Limited is India's largest telecommunications services provider with over 325 million customers across 20 countries. It operates mobile networks in India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. Airtel offers mobile, DTH, fixed broadband, and enterprise services. Some key points about the company include:
- It was established in 1995 and launched mobile services in Delhi and Himachal Pradesh.
- Airtel has acquired several companies over the years to expand its operations and customer base.
- It is the largest mobile network operator in India with over 325 million subscribers.
- In addition to mobile, Airtel also provides DTH, broadband, and enterprise telecom solutions.
The document outlines the objectives, limitations, and methodology of a study about Bharti Airtel Limited. The objectives are to understand Airtel's mobile segment growth, attract customers through promotions, analyze the customer base and satisfaction, compare Airtel's plans to competitors, and study market share and expenses. Limitations include cold responses, ignorance of products, lack of time and information. The methodology uses exploratory and descriptive research through questionnaires, interviews, and observation to collect primary data about preferences, attitudes, potential, and behavior.
This document outlines the scope of a market research study on the rigid plastic packaging market. It discusses three potential options for the scope of the study, which would analyze the global market or focus specifically on the Indian market. The study would include chapters covering market dynamics, size, segmentation by material, product, production process, end user, and region. It would also include competitive analysis and profiles of major players. The goal is to generate a substantial market database through primary and secondary research to provide industry insights and support clients' business decisions.
Operation research emerged from efforts during World War II to apply scientific methods to solve complex military problems. Its use expanded to business and industry after the war to address problems caused by increasing organizational complexity and specialization. Operation research uses interdisciplinary teams and quantitative modeling to analyze problems from a total system perspective, seeking optimal solutions that balance conflicting objectives across an organization. It has been applied in diverse fields like manufacturing, transportation, healthcare, and more. Key techniques include linear programming, queuing theory, and simulation. The scientific method and building mathematical models are core to the operation research approach to problem solving.
based on the business environment...what are the various ways to scan the environment.
what are the techniques being adopted by an organisation to scan the environment.
The paper examines the role of market orientation and strategic flexibility in helping Thai firms manage the recent Asian economic crisis. It develops hypotheses regarding the influence of market orientation and strategic flexibility on firm performance before and after the crisis. The paper surveys small and mid-sized Thai firms to test the hypotheses. The results indicate that market orientation benefits performance in environments with high demand or technological uncertainty, while strategic flexibility benefits performance when competitive intensity is high. The paper concludes that firms should emphasize both capabilities while recognizing their differing impacts based on environmental conditions.
1. The document discusses the rapid growth of the grey market for computers in India between 1993-1998. Sales in the Delhi area grew from 0.5 lakh rupees in 1993 to 125 lakh rupees in 1998, exhibiting phenomenal growth.
2. This growth is attributed to the cheap availability of hardware components and pirated software in the grey market, which are very attractive to consumers. Someone with basic knowledge can get good deals in the grey market.
3. Unless the government implements strict anti-piracy rules, the trend of high growth in the grey market is expected to continue. Projecting the growth, sales could reach
The document discusses environmental scanning and industry analysis. It covers identifying external environmental variables like the natural, societal, and task environments. Industry analysis involves analyzing the forces within a company's task environment like competitors, suppliers, buyers, and potential new entrants. The document also discusses categorizing industries from being multidomestic, specific to each country, to being global industries that operate worldwide.
This document is a marketing analysis report for Haier Group's potential entry into the household appliances market in Finland. It begins with an introduction that outlines the purpose and methodology of the analysis. It then provides an overview of the marketing analysis process, including a marketing audit with internal and external analyses. The external analysis examines Finland's macroenvironment and Haier's microenvironment. A SWOT analysis of Haier's potential in Finland is also presented. The report then analyzes Haier's internal strengths and the Finnish market, including key competitors like Whirlpool, Miele, and Electrolux. Distribution channels and an entry strategy are discussed. In conclusion, the author evaluates Haier's objectives and opportunities in Finland.
GBS Sample 1Name_ID_GBS Task 1.pdf1 P a g e .docxshericehewat
GBS Sample 1/Name_ID_GBS Task 1.pdf
1 | P a g e
Global Business Strategy
Level 7 - Unit 7.2
International Business
Environment Analysis.
Report – Activity 1
Revised 18 Sept 2015
2 | P a g e
Contents
Section Details Page
Activity 1
Introduction Company profile 4
1a International business environment Analysis Techniques 4 – 7
1b Analysis of the micro and macro of Marks & Spencer‟s PLC 7 – 8
1c The impact of international business environment on Marks & Spencer‟s 8 – 9
1d What does globalization mean for Marks & Spencer‟s? 9 – 10
1a (2) What is the extent of globalization on organizations? 10
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1b (2) Operating structures different organizations in international markets. 10 – 11
References 12
Introduction
Marks & Spencer PLC was founded in 1884.It has grown from a single market stall to an
international multi-channel retailer. They sell stylish, high quality value clothing and home
products as well as food, responsibly sourced from around 3,000 suppliers globally. Their
portfolio covers general merchandise, food, international and multi-channel across 54
international territories with nearly 86,000 employees.(Marks and Spencer, 2014).
International business environment Analysis Techniques
Business environment is the combination of internal and external factors that influence a
company‟s operating situation and the overall business. It is both Micro and Macro in nature.
Micro or internal factors are controllable and could include management style, organizational
culture, mission and value statement. Whereas Macro or external factors are uncontrollable these
http://www.businessdictionary.com/definition/combination.html
4 | P a g e
factors are often both dynamic & complex. Business environment factors can include new
policies, procedures, government changes, improvements in technology, social and economic
trends(Nonaka, I., and Takeuchi, H, 1995).The reason for analyzing the business environment is
to highlight opportunities and threats. Knowing the opportunities and threats to the business
allows the company to set a strong business strategy and understand better where to invest,
expand, diversify and downscale. There are a number of different tools we can use to analyse
both the Micro & Marco factors within a business.
Micro can be analysed with Porters 5 forces model.Porter identified that there are 5 key
forces that influence business that needed to be analysed in order to develop a competitive
advantage (Porter, 1985). These forces are supplier power, buyer power, competitive rivalry,
threat of substitution &threat of new entryand are used for strategic industry analysis. The
positives of using this technique to analyze is that it looks at a wider range of competitors and it
forces the business to look externally. However this is a relatively old model that may not be
suitable ...
What is research?
Why managers should know about research?
Business research.
Types of business research.
Managers and research.
The manager and the consultant researcher
This document discusses research methods for business. It defines research as the process of finding solutions to problems through study and analysis. Managers are constantly conducting research to make decisions. Good decision making involves correctly identifying problems and gathering relevant information to draw conclusions. The document outlines the steps in business research and examples of applied and basic research questions. It also discusses the differences between internal and external consultants for research projects and the importance of ethics in business research.
Marketing research is the systematic study of problems related to marketing goods and services. It involves defining problems, collecting relevant information, analyzing data, and recommending solutions. There are two main types of marketing research: basic research, which expands general knowledge without addressing a specific problem, and applied research, which seeks solutions to practical problems and evaluates potential outcomes. Marketing research uses qualitative and quantitative methods like surveys, interviews, and experiments to collect and analyze data. This helps companies understand customer needs, monitor competitors, evaluate advertising, and make better product and marketing decisions.
This document provides an overview of business research. It defines research as the process of finding solutions to problems through thorough study and analysis. There are two types of research: applied research which aims to solve specific business problems, and basic research which generates generalizable knowledge. Business research involves systematically identifying issues, gathering relevant information, analyzing data, and determining solutions. It is important for managers to understand research as it helps them make well-informed decisions.
This document discusses research methods for business. It defines research as the process of finding solutions to problems through study and analysis. Managers are constantly engaged in research activities to make decisions. Good decision making involves correctly identifying problems, relevant factors, necessary information, drawing conclusions, and implementing solutions. Research can be applied to solve current problems or be basic/fundamental to generate general knowledge. Both types follow systematic inquiry. Managers benefit from understanding research to identify issues early and interact effectively with researchers.
The Ruia group adopted a strategy of horizontal integration through acquisitions and mergers to expand its business. This allowed it to increase market share and benefit from economies of scale. If Dunlop shares are quoted on the stock exchange, it would benefit shareholders by providing greater returns and dividends as the company revives under Ruia group ownership. Ruia group's strategy of entering the retread market was appropriate, but it could have coupled it with vertical integration by becoming suppliers to itself, which would save costs and increase profits. Some advantages for Falcon Tyres of being part of the Ruia group include leadership guidance, competitive advantages from the brand name, infrastructure and resources to grow business.
The document provides an executive summary of a market study conducted on stationery products in Pune for ITC Ltd. The objectives were to understand ITC's Classmate brand position and availability, assess competitor brands, and determine retailer preferences, quality perceptions, and satisfaction levels. Primary data was collected through retailer surveys in Pune, while secondary sources included company brochures and the internet. Analysis of the data identified areas where Classmate was not available, allowing competitors to capitalize. Limitations included a small sample size due to time constraints. The conclusion and suggestions aimed to match the project objectives and provide recommendations to improve Classmate availability in retail outlets.
Fundamental Analysis of banking industry.pdfdipraj10
This project is based on Fundamental analysis. The project is based on Indian banking sector. Top five leading banks in India is chosen for this analysis. In this project, You will see Fundamental analysis Is done through Top to Bottom approach. As per this approach, Economic analysis, Industrial Analysis and company analysis have been used.
External Environmental Analysis
Learning Objectives
After reading this chapter, you should be able to:
• Conduct an industry analysis and describe why it is important.
• Conduct a competitive analysis and describe why it is important.
• Conduct a market analysis and describe why it is important.
• Scan the general environment for any changes or trends that might favor or adversely affect a
healthcare organization.
Chapter 4
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CHAPTER 4Section 4.1 Industry Analysis
An analysis of the external environment covers the industry or segment in which the orga-
nization competes, its competitors, markets, and other relevant environmental trends and
changes. As illustrated in Figure 1.1, external analyses are part of the strategic thinking
process. The purpose is to understand how the environment relevant to the organization
is changing and might change in the future—in this sense, “relevant” means anything the
organization might affect or could be affected by. Without such an understanding, doing
strategic planning becomes much more difficult.
4.1 Industry Analysis
An industry analysis is the study of the healthcare industry and the forces that might
be causing it to change. It involves using a number of standard but indispensable tools
that will be discussed in this chapter. Because the ways in which the healthcare industry
changes can dramatically affect the decisions an organization makes, this analysis is a key
element in strategic planning.
The word industry in “industry analysis” can mean a segment of the larger healthcare
industry or the entire industry itself. If a healthcare organization provides services for
homebound patients, for example, for the purposes of doing a strategic analysis it is com-
peting in the home care industry, even though it is really a segment of the healthcare
industry. While HSOs must consider what is happening in the entire healthcare industry
during strategic planning, the in-depth industry analysis focuses on the arena in which
the organization competes. So while discussions in the next section use the broader term
industry analysis, remember that for HSOs this refers to their narrower segment of the
healthcare industry.
One thing to keep in mind when conducting an industry analysis is to write down what
is true for the industry—not for the organization under analysis. Sometimes data on an
industry or industry segment are easy
to obtain because they are regularly
published or because trade groups or
consulting firms keep tabs on certain
statistics. However, in some situa-
tions it may be difficult to get data for
a meaningful analysis.
To minimize errors when using inad-
equate data or relying on one person’s
estimates, it is advisable to assemble
a group of people to share perspec-
tives and use shared estimates in the
analysis. If the group is fairly knowl-
edgeable about the industry in which ...
This document discusses environmental scanning, which involves analyzing external factors in a company's strategic environment. It covers analyzing opportunities and threats from competitors using Porter's Five Forces model and industry analysis. The external environment is complex and dynamic, and can be analyzed at the competitive, national, and global levels. Technological changes are a major factor currently impacting strategic planning. Competitive intelligence uses legal and ethical methods to gather information on competitors' strengths and weaknesses. Quantitative tools like time series analysis and qualitative tools like expert opinions are used to analyze environmental data.
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E-finance technologies have significantly impacted the financial services industry in several ways:
1. Financial firms have adopted e-finance to automate lending decisions, distribute products online, and reduce costs. However, insurance adoption has been slower due to infrequent customer interactions and complex products.
2. E-finance has increased liquidity of financial assets by reducing information costs. This has led to disintermediation as assets migrate from banks to capital markets. However, the impact on monetary policy and risk-sharing is still unclear.
3. E-finance has driven consolidation in banking through scale economies, but consolidation has been less significant in other financial sectors like insurance and securities.
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Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering.pptxDenish Jangid
Chapter wise All Notes of First year Basic Civil Engineering
Syllabus
Chapter-1
Introduction to objective, scope and outcome the subject
Chapter 2
Introduction: Scope and Specialization of Civil Engineering, Role of civil Engineer in Society, Impact of infrastructural development on economy of country.
Chapter 3
Surveying: Object Principles & Types of Surveying; Site Plans, Plans & Maps; Scales & Unit of different Measurements.
Linear Measurements: Instruments used. Linear Measurement by Tape, Ranging out Survey Lines and overcoming Obstructions; Measurements on sloping ground; Tape corrections, conventional symbols. Angular Measurements: Instruments used; Introduction to Compass Surveying, Bearings and Longitude & Latitude of a Line, Introduction to total station.
Levelling: Instrument used Object of levelling, Methods of levelling in brief, and Contour maps.
Chapter 4
Buildings: Selection of site for Buildings, Layout of Building Plan, Types of buildings, Plinth area, carpet area, floor space index, Introduction to building byelaws, concept of sun light & ventilation. Components of Buildings & their functions, Basic concept of R.C.C., Introduction to types of foundation
Chapter 5
Transportation: Introduction to Transportation Engineering; Traffic and Road Safety: Types and Characteristics of Various Modes of Transportation; Various Road Traffic Signs, Causes of Accidents and Road Safety Measures.
Chapter 6
Environmental Engineering: Environmental Pollution, Environmental Acts and Regulations, Functional Concepts of Ecology, Basics of Species, Biodiversity, Ecosystem, Hydrological Cycle; Chemical Cycles: Carbon, Nitrogen & Phosphorus; Energy Flow in Ecosystems.
Water Pollution: Water Quality standards, Introduction to Treatment & Disposal of Waste Water. Reuse and Saving of Water, Rain Water Harvesting. Solid Waste Management: Classification of Solid Waste, Collection, Transportation and Disposal of Solid. Recycling of Solid Waste: Energy Recovery, Sanitary Landfill, On-Site Sanitation. Air & Noise Pollution: Primary and Secondary air pollutants, Harmful effects of Air Pollution, Control of Air Pollution. . Noise Pollution Harmful Effects of noise pollution, control of noise pollution, Global warming & Climate Change, Ozone depletion, Greenhouse effect
Text Books:
1. Palancharmy, Basic Civil Engineering, McGraw Hill publishers.
2. Satheesh Gopi, Basic Civil Engineering, Pearson Publishers.
3. Ketki Rangwala Dalal, Essentials of Civil Engineering, Charotar Publishing House.
4. BCP, Surveying volume 1
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