The document provides an overview of McDonald's operations and business strategies. It discusses:
- McDonald's was founded in 1940 in California and sold over 100 million burgers by 1958.
- It has a global presence operating through corporate-owned and franchised locations aiming for quality, service, cleanliness and value.
- McDonald's focuses on low costs through efficient supply chain and production processes while also pursuing differentiation through marketing and new menu items.
- It faces competition from other fast food chains but maintains strong brand recognition and bargaining power over suppliers due to its large size.