Pols 3602 Final Paper on War Powers Resolution of 1973Andrew Kerester
The War Powers Resolution of 1973 was intended to limit presidential war-making powers and reassert congressional authority over declaring war. However, presidents since its passage have manipulated and distorted the resolution to suit executive interests. Reagan deployed forces to Lebanon without authorization. Ford evacuated Vietnam without triggering reporting requirements. These set precedents for expanding presidential power at Congress's expense. The resolution failed to achieve its goal and instead legalized expanded independent presidential war powers contrary to the framers' intent to vest that power in Congress.
Pols 3602 Final Paper on War Powers Resolution of 1973Andrew Kerester
The War Powers Resolution of 1973 was intended to limit presidential war-making powers and reassert congressional authority over declaring war. However, presidents since its passage have manipulated and distorted the resolution to suit executive interests. Reagan deployed forces to Lebanon without authorization. Ford evacuated Vietnam without triggering reporting requirements. These set precedents for expanding presidential power at Congress's expense. The resolution failed to achieve its goal and instead legalized expanded independent presidential war powers contrary to the framers' intent to vest that power in Congress.
Swatch Group produces watches across various price points under different brands like Omega, Tissot, and Swatch. Swatch targets younger customers with colorful, affordable plastic watches. While Swatch has strengths like its strong brand and diverse product portfolio, weaknesses include easily damaged plastic watchstraps and less effective promotional activities focused mainly on trend magazines. Opportunities for growth include expanding into emerging markets and new product categories, while threats include intense competition and potential economic downturns reducing sales.
This document discusses marketing principles and strategies used by Swatch watches. It covers Swatch's history of bankruptcy in the 1980s due to a focus on production over customers. Swatch redesigned its watches to be thinner, cheaper to produce, and offered in diverse styles and colors. Its marketing mix included $40 watches promoted through unique advertising. Swatch targeted teens and young adults with reliable, stylish watches at a lower price point than competitors, positioning itself for success.
Competitive Dynamics in the Watch Industry: the Swatch Case StudyLuca Castellanza
How can watch manufacturers survive in their fast-evolving environment? What should be their reaction to smartwatches and constantly changing forces? How can they differentiate from competitors?
The document proposes a strategic plan from the perspective of the Swatch Group Ltd.
This document is a resume for Sergio Meana, an architect with over 5 years of professional experience working on projects in Brazil, Spain, and France. He has a Master of Architecture degree and an MBA in Environmental Planning and Management. His experience includes working as a project architect and project leader on various commercial, residential, and civic projects throughout schematic design, design development, and construction documentation phases. He has strong language, computer, and project management skills.
Swatch Group produces watches across various price points under different brands like Omega, Tissot, and Swatch. Swatch targets younger customers with colorful, affordable plastic watches. While Swatch has strengths like its strong brand and diverse product portfolio, weaknesses include easily damaged plastic watchstraps and less effective promotional activities focused mainly on trend magazines. Opportunities for growth include expanding into emerging markets and new product categories, while threats include intense competition and potential economic downturns reducing sales.
This document discusses marketing principles and strategies used by Swatch watches. It covers Swatch's history of bankruptcy in the 1980s due to a focus on production over customers. Swatch redesigned its watches to be thinner, cheaper to produce, and offered in diverse styles and colors. Its marketing mix included $40 watches promoted through unique advertising. Swatch targeted teens and young adults with reliable, stylish watches at a lower price point than competitors, positioning itself for success.
Competitive Dynamics in the Watch Industry: the Swatch Case StudyLuca Castellanza
How can watch manufacturers survive in their fast-evolving environment? What should be their reaction to smartwatches and constantly changing forces? How can they differentiate from competitors?
The document proposes a strategic plan from the perspective of the Swatch Group Ltd.
This document is a resume for Sergio Meana, an architect with over 5 years of professional experience working on projects in Brazil, Spain, and France. He has a Master of Architecture degree and an MBA in Environmental Planning and Management. His experience includes working as a project architect and project leader on various commercial, residential, and civic projects throughout schematic design, design development, and construction documentation phases. He has strong language, computer, and project management skills.