Uber is launching self-driving cars in Pittsburgh in 2017 and aims to expand globally. However, a recent fatal self-driving car crash raises safety concerns. Uber conducted research and identified target audiences - current users, potential users aware of but hesitant about self-driving cars, and the general public unaware of Uber's plans. The PR plan aims to increase support, awareness and use of self-driving cars through targeted communication and generating positive media coverage.
W16147 apple and its suppliers corporate socSALU18
This document provides background information on Apple, its suppliers, and issues related to corporate social responsibility. It discusses Apple's large supplier Foxconn and issues with labor violations that occurred there in 2009 and 2010. It then discusses another major Apple supplier, Pegatron, and a 2013 report alleging many legal and ethical violations at Pegatron factories in China. The document questions whether Apple has fully addressed the nature and scale of its CSR challenges in its supply chain.
Introduction and mobility survey slides from the Plan Forum on the Future of Urban Mobility, in partnership with Bloomberg New Energy Finance.
London, 15th March 2016
The presentation describes the business model canvas of UBER as a part of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Module wherein the Problems faced by UBER is mentioned along with the Recommendations which they can follow in order to improve the companies performance.
The taxi industry has boomed with the rise of taxi aggregators and ride-sharing services enabled by mobile apps. This document describes two main types of taxi services - radio taxi companies that own fleets and hire drivers, and taxi aggregators like Uber that connect independent drivers with riders through a mobile app. Uber in particular is discussed, including its business model, expansion, controversies, and competitors like Lyft. Instant messaging apps are also moving into the taxi space through partnerships that allow users to book rides within the messaging platforms.
Uber is expanding globally and considering entering the Chinese market. The document provides background on Uber's founding in 2009 as a mobile app for ridesharing. It has grown rapidly to operate in over 68 countries and 300 cities worldwide. Uber faces challenges expanding into new markets from opposition by taxi unions and regulators, as well as some safety and ethical concerns regarding surge pricing. The company aims to disrupt the taxi industry with its business model of using independent contractor drivers without owning vehicles itself.
Capital taxi is facing competition from Uber in Ottawa and needs a new strategic plan. The business growth consultant will create two strategies: Strategy A focuses on economic and marketing approaches like finding new clients through better technology, building relationships, and client retention. Strategy B involves working with the government on issues like unfair competition and insurance requirements facing Uber. The consultant will evaluate the strategies based on the company's financial results and employee morale.
W16147 apple and its suppliers corporate socSALU18
This document provides background information on Apple, its suppliers, and issues related to corporate social responsibility. It discusses Apple's large supplier Foxconn and issues with labor violations that occurred there in 2009 and 2010. It then discusses another major Apple supplier, Pegatron, and a 2013 report alleging many legal and ethical violations at Pegatron factories in China. The document questions whether Apple has fully addressed the nature and scale of its CSR challenges in its supply chain.
Introduction and mobility survey slides from the Plan Forum on the Future of Urban Mobility, in partnership with Bloomberg New Energy Finance.
London, 15th March 2016
The presentation describes the business model canvas of UBER as a part of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Module wherein the Problems faced by UBER is mentioned along with the Recommendations which they can follow in order to improve the companies performance.
The taxi industry has boomed with the rise of taxi aggregators and ride-sharing services enabled by mobile apps. This document describes two main types of taxi services - radio taxi companies that own fleets and hire drivers, and taxi aggregators like Uber that connect independent drivers with riders through a mobile app. Uber in particular is discussed, including its business model, expansion, controversies, and competitors like Lyft. Instant messaging apps are also moving into the taxi space through partnerships that allow users to book rides within the messaging platforms.
Uber is expanding globally and considering entering the Chinese market. The document provides background on Uber's founding in 2009 as a mobile app for ridesharing. It has grown rapidly to operate in over 68 countries and 300 cities worldwide. Uber faces challenges expanding into new markets from opposition by taxi unions and regulators, as well as some safety and ethical concerns regarding surge pricing. The company aims to disrupt the taxi industry with its business model of using independent contractor drivers without owning vehicles itself.
Capital taxi is facing competition from Uber in Ottawa and needs a new strategic plan. The business growth consultant will create two strategies: Strategy A focuses on economic and marketing approaches like finding new clients through better technology, building relationships, and client retention. Strategy B involves working with the government on issues like unfair competition and insurance requirements facing Uber. The consultant will evaluate the strategies based on the company's financial results and employee morale.
Travis Kalanick co-founded Uber in 2009 after a bad experience with a taxi driver in Mexico. Under his leadership as CEO, Uber grew exponentially from 3 drivers to over 3.9 million drivers worldwide within 7 years. However, Kalanick's extremely aggressive leadership style fostered a toxic culture and Uber faced numerous legal issues and protests. In 2017, an investigation found that Kalanick had fueled the toxic culture, leading to his resignation as CEO. Under new leadership, Uber is focusing on cleaning up its image and becoming profitable as it operates as a public company.
Uber in China: What's next? (Study from DDIM 10 class)Alessio Mascolo
Uber is considering its options in the Chinese market including a price war, imitation of competitors through taxi-hailing, mergers and acquisitions, or strategic partnerships. The group analyzes these options and recommends a three-part action plan. In the short term, Uber should shut down its unprofitable People's Uber service and pursue strategic alliances to expand in high-end markets. In the mid-term, it should collaborate with the government on regulations and forecast vehicle needs in cities. For the long term, Uber may reintroduce People's Uber as a customized, profitable service if regulations allow.
The Story of Uber In Communicating To Its Key Stakeholders In Singapore On Th...Isaac Ahmad
Our ultimate aim is to communicate how Uber can contribute
effectively in the “sharing economy” and align its business objectives to drive higher revenue
On-demand Transport Technology Companies around the World - Top 30 PlayersValoriser Consultants
There are number of international players who are setting global footprints and there is also an emergence of many local players in different markets.
Some of these companies are working as Aggregators (Individual taxi owners are covered under one umbrella), Ride Sharers (when you share the rides with someone on short term basis) and Carpoolers (When you share the rides with someone registered under the network).
Check out the details of Top 30 companies which are operating in this area. For any information, please contact info@valoriserconsultants.com
This document provides an analysis of UBER in Bangladesh across several sections. It begins with an executive summary highlighting UBER's environmental analysis considering demographic trends, socio-cultural influences, technology factors and more. It then analyzes UBER using Porter's five forces model, IFE/EFE matrices, and VRIO analysis. Competitor and value proposition analyses are also included. The document finds UBER is in a hold and maintain strategy based on IE matrix analysis. It provides possible recommendations including dependence on manpower, customer bargaining power, and pricing models. The two main recommendations are product development and market development.
Uber has transformed the taxi industry through its use of information technology. It launched in 2009 as a mobile app that allows users to request rides from nearby drivers. Uber collects large amounts of user data through its app and has faced criticism over privacy and data security issues. While Uber has disrupted legacy taxi companies, new players may emerge using technologies like self-driving cars. Recommendations include improving customer loyalty, securing customer data, developing application controls, and informing customers clearly on data use.
Get Automotive Smart - Automotive Futuresemmersons1
The automotive industry is ramping up to a period of transformation. But what does the future look like, and what do the predicted changes mean for existing players?
The document discusses various ways that the face of mobility is changing, including:
1) Disruption of the traditional car industry model through technological advances, changes in consumer behavior and regulation. Mobility now involves using multiple options like public transit, ridesharing, bikes and scooters within a single journey.
2) Emergence of new mobility solutions providers that are integrating different transportation options into single platforms and working to provide seamless end-to-end mobility. This includes data consolidation, micro-mobility options and collaboration between public transit agencies and ridesharing companies.
3) Growth of electric vehicles and commitments by many countries to ban new internal combustion engine vehicles, driven by efforts to reduce emissions. Vehicle elect
Beyond The Curb, Enabling Mobility In Smart Cities - ParkMobileParkMobile LLC
The document discusses the growing problem of urban congestion as more people move to cities. It notes that by 2050, 68% of the world's population will live in cities, up from 55% today. Several US cities are highlighted that lose significant time and money to traffic congestion each year, with New York City losing over $9 billion annually. The document advocates that cities adopt a "mobility strategy" to better coordinate different transportation options like public transit, ride-hailing, parking, and scooters/bikes, in order to empower citizens and reduce congestion compared to an enforcement-only approach. It notes a mobility app could help cities optimize curb space and facilitate multimodal trip planning and payments.
L.E.K. & Huron Consulting Case CompetitionElbert Kim
The Case: Recommend a plan for Lyft ($5 billion) to close its valuation gap against its competitor Uber ($62.5 billion) in the next 10 years.
By the Cash Flow Consultants
Uber and Lyft both utilize social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube to market their ride-sharing services. The document analyzes each company's presence on these platforms, noting things like posting frequency, content strategy, and follower counts. It determines that while Uber succeeds in more formal environments, Lyft wins by taking a fun, entertaining approach that consistently engages customers. Lyft posts new, relevant material on all of its platforms to capture attention in the competitive social media space.
Uber signed a strategic investment deal with Times Internet to help expand in India. Times Internet will help Uber navigate regulatory obstacles and grow its marketing and distribution in India. Uber faces challenges expanding globally from legal issues with taxis in various countries. India is Uber's second biggest market, and it is investing heavily there through partnerships like with Times Internet to understand local markets and consumers better. The taxi market in India is large but still developing, with opportunity for growth in organized sector players like Uber.
Everything has already been said about Uber. Or has it? Both fascinating and repulsive, closely watched by the media and politicians, the Californian unicorn’s growth model hasn’t been spared any sort of criticism.
And yet, valued at $68 billion, the firm mesmerizes VCs as never seen before and inspires every week countless articles, op-eds, infographics and columns – not including numerous bills… It’s because, just like the whole digital revolution, Uber questions every habit, system, model and belief.
In order to go beyond these debates, FABERNOVEL offers an analysis devoid of any political or ideological consideration, a study to understand Uber’s growth model – that we see as viral – and to delve as much as possible into its success factors.
If you’re interested in our work and you wish to organize a presentation for your team, just send us a message at hello at fabernovel.com
VisionsLive - a provider of online market research tools and services - decided in late 2015, to carry out an un-commissioned piece of research to use as a case study for the online qualitative approach.
The company and brand chosen for this was the global transportation company phenomenon – UBER.
UBER has since changed brand identity, however this piece of research (which was carried out prior to the company’s rebrand), goes some way to validate retrospectively, that these innovative entrepreneurs managed to anticipate the needs of their customers in their quest to drive the brand forward in the global marketplace.
The document also uncovers some quite startling and revealing observations in the way that qualitative research aspires to deliver - not only just information, but also to provide meaningful and actionable insights into what consumers truly think and want by using effective techniques designed to tap into their deeper thoughts and emotions.
This document provides a marketing plan for Grab, a leading transportation company in Southeast Asia. It includes a situational analysis using PEST, Porter's Five Forces, and SWOT frameworks. The analysis finds Grab has a strong brand but faces high competition and bargaining suppliers. The plan proposes introducing a new service tailored to consumer needs. Financial forecasts predict a 25% profit increase by 2018. Key details include an analysis of the macroenvironment, industry competition, Grab's strengths and weaknesses, and objectives to launch an innovative new product and service.
Uber is a technology company that operates an app allowing drivers and passengers to coordinate transportation services. It has experienced exponential growth since launching in 2010. Uber recently raised $1.4 billion in new funding at a $17 billion valuation. The company's primary revenue comes from taking a percentage of what drivers earn from each ride. Uber faces regulatory challenges as it disrupts the traditional taxi industry. The author analyzes Uber's business model and competitive strategies, and recommends a strategic growth plan to expand into new service areas like on-demand delivery to maximize the company's potential.
This document provides examples of creative work done by Grasshoppers, a creative agency. It summarizes various branding and communication projects done for clients across different industries like real estate, healthcare, education, NGOs, and consumer goods. For each client, it highlights the key objectives of projects and shows visual examples of outputs like advertisements, brochures, websites, and outdoor displays created by the agency. It also lists some awards and recognition received by the agency for its creative work.
Travis Kalanick co-founded Uber in 2009 after a bad experience with a taxi driver in Mexico. Under his leadership as CEO, Uber grew exponentially from 3 drivers to over 3.9 million drivers worldwide within 7 years. However, Kalanick's extremely aggressive leadership style fostered a toxic culture and Uber faced numerous legal issues and protests. In 2017, an investigation found that Kalanick had fueled the toxic culture, leading to his resignation as CEO. Under new leadership, Uber is focusing on cleaning up its image and becoming profitable as it operates as a public company.
Uber in China: What's next? (Study from DDIM 10 class)Alessio Mascolo
Uber is considering its options in the Chinese market including a price war, imitation of competitors through taxi-hailing, mergers and acquisitions, or strategic partnerships. The group analyzes these options and recommends a three-part action plan. In the short term, Uber should shut down its unprofitable People's Uber service and pursue strategic alliances to expand in high-end markets. In the mid-term, it should collaborate with the government on regulations and forecast vehicle needs in cities. For the long term, Uber may reintroduce People's Uber as a customized, profitable service if regulations allow.
The Story of Uber In Communicating To Its Key Stakeholders In Singapore On Th...Isaac Ahmad
Our ultimate aim is to communicate how Uber can contribute
effectively in the “sharing economy” and align its business objectives to drive higher revenue
On-demand Transport Technology Companies around the World - Top 30 PlayersValoriser Consultants
There are number of international players who are setting global footprints and there is also an emergence of many local players in different markets.
Some of these companies are working as Aggregators (Individual taxi owners are covered under one umbrella), Ride Sharers (when you share the rides with someone on short term basis) and Carpoolers (When you share the rides with someone registered under the network).
Check out the details of Top 30 companies which are operating in this area. For any information, please contact info@valoriserconsultants.com
This document provides an analysis of UBER in Bangladesh across several sections. It begins with an executive summary highlighting UBER's environmental analysis considering demographic trends, socio-cultural influences, technology factors and more. It then analyzes UBER using Porter's five forces model, IFE/EFE matrices, and VRIO analysis. Competitor and value proposition analyses are also included. The document finds UBER is in a hold and maintain strategy based on IE matrix analysis. It provides possible recommendations including dependence on manpower, customer bargaining power, and pricing models. The two main recommendations are product development and market development.
Uber has transformed the taxi industry through its use of information technology. It launched in 2009 as a mobile app that allows users to request rides from nearby drivers. Uber collects large amounts of user data through its app and has faced criticism over privacy and data security issues. While Uber has disrupted legacy taxi companies, new players may emerge using technologies like self-driving cars. Recommendations include improving customer loyalty, securing customer data, developing application controls, and informing customers clearly on data use.
Get Automotive Smart - Automotive Futuresemmersons1
The automotive industry is ramping up to a period of transformation. But what does the future look like, and what do the predicted changes mean for existing players?
The document discusses various ways that the face of mobility is changing, including:
1) Disruption of the traditional car industry model through technological advances, changes in consumer behavior and regulation. Mobility now involves using multiple options like public transit, ridesharing, bikes and scooters within a single journey.
2) Emergence of new mobility solutions providers that are integrating different transportation options into single platforms and working to provide seamless end-to-end mobility. This includes data consolidation, micro-mobility options and collaboration between public transit agencies and ridesharing companies.
3) Growth of electric vehicles and commitments by many countries to ban new internal combustion engine vehicles, driven by efforts to reduce emissions. Vehicle elect
Beyond The Curb, Enabling Mobility In Smart Cities - ParkMobileParkMobile LLC
The document discusses the growing problem of urban congestion as more people move to cities. It notes that by 2050, 68% of the world's population will live in cities, up from 55% today. Several US cities are highlighted that lose significant time and money to traffic congestion each year, with New York City losing over $9 billion annually. The document advocates that cities adopt a "mobility strategy" to better coordinate different transportation options like public transit, ride-hailing, parking, and scooters/bikes, in order to empower citizens and reduce congestion compared to an enforcement-only approach. It notes a mobility app could help cities optimize curb space and facilitate multimodal trip planning and payments.
L.E.K. & Huron Consulting Case CompetitionElbert Kim
The Case: Recommend a plan for Lyft ($5 billion) to close its valuation gap against its competitor Uber ($62.5 billion) in the next 10 years.
By the Cash Flow Consultants
Uber and Lyft both utilize social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube to market their ride-sharing services. The document analyzes each company's presence on these platforms, noting things like posting frequency, content strategy, and follower counts. It determines that while Uber succeeds in more formal environments, Lyft wins by taking a fun, entertaining approach that consistently engages customers. Lyft posts new, relevant material on all of its platforms to capture attention in the competitive social media space.
Uber signed a strategic investment deal with Times Internet to help expand in India. Times Internet will help Uber navigate regulatory obstacles and grow its marketing and distribution in India. Uber faces challenges expanding globally from legal issues with taxis in various countries. India is Uber's second biggest market, and it is investing heavily there through partnerships like with Times Internet to understand local markets and consumers better. The taxi market in India is large but still developing, with opportunity for growth in organized sector players like Uber.
Everything has already been said about Uber. Or has it? Both fascinating and repulsive, closely watched by the media and politicians, the Californian unicorn’s growth model hasn’t been spared any sort of criticism.
And yet, valued at $68 billion, the firm mesmerizes VCs as never seen before and inspires every week countless articles, op-eds, infographics and columns – not including numerous bills… It’s because, just like the whole digital revolution, Uber questions every habit, system, model and belief.
In order to go beyond these debates, FABERNOVEL offers an analysis devoid of any political or ideological consideration, a study to understand Uber’s growth model – that we see as viral – and to delve as much as possible into its success factors.
If you’re interested in our work and you wish to organize a presentation for your team, just send us a message at hello at fabernovel.com
VisionsLive - a provider of online market research tools and services - decided in late 2015, to carry out an un-commissioned piece of research to use as a case study for the online qualitative approach.
The company and brand chosen for this was the global transportation company phenomenon – UBER.
UBER has since changed brand identity, however this piece of research (which was carried out prior to the company’s rebrand), goes some way to validate retrospectively, that these innovative entrepreneurs managed to anticipate the needs of their customers in their quest to drive the brand forward in the global marketplace.
The document also uncovers some quite startling and revealing observations in the way that qualitative research aspires to deliver - not only just information, but also to provide meaningful and actionable insights into what consumers truly think and want by using effective techniques designed to tap into their deeper thoughts and emotions.
This document provides a marketing plan for Grab, a leading transportation company in Southeast Asia. It includes a situational analysis using PEST, Porter's Five Forces, and SWOT frameworks. The analysis finds Grab has a strong brand but faces high competition and bargaining suppliers. The plan proposes introducing a new service tailored to consumer needs. Financial forecasts predict a 25% profit increase by 2018. Key details include an analysis of the macroenvironment, industry competition, Grab's strengths and weaknesses, and objectives to launch an innovative new product and service.
Uber is a technology company that operates an app allowing drivers and passengers to coordinate transportation services. It has experienced exponential growth since launching in 2010. Uber recently raised $1.4 billion in new funding at a $17 billion valuation. The company's primary revenue comes from taking a percentage of what drivers earn from each ride. Uber faces regulatory challenges as it disrupts the traditional taxi industry. The author analyzes Uber's business model and competitive strategies, and recommends a strategic growth plan to expand into new service areas like on-demand delivery to maximize the company's potential.
This document provides examples of creative work done by Grasshoppers, a creative agency. It summarizes various branding and communication projects done for clients across different industries like real estate, healthcare, education, NGOs, and consumer goods. For each client, it highlights the key objectives of projects and shows visual examples of outputs like advertisements, brochures, websites, and outdoor displays created by the agency. It also lists some awards and recognition received by the agency for its creative work.
MS&L Asia has experienced tremendous growth and expansion in the past two years, adding new offices, staff, and clients across Asia. The document provides an overview of MS&L Asia's capabilities and contacts to help clients and partners collaborate more effectively. It includes a network map showing MS&L's office locations, descriptions of its advisory services and culture, and examples of work in areas like corporate communications, consumer marketing, healthcare, technology, and fashion. Contact information is also provided for MS&L's Asian leadership and various country and regional teams.
Brand awareness, a cohesive brand identity, increased web traffic and revenue can all be accomplished when your PR strategy is aligned with your content marketing – here’s how!
The document outlines Uber's plan to strengthen its presence in Montreal by making it the taxi service of choice. The campaign's objectives are to introduce the service, create awareness, and generate excitement. Key strategies include partnering with the Canadiens for a sponsored game, launching a social media contest to promote the app, and offering promotional codes and discounts. The campaign will be implemented in three phases over several months and has a projected budget of $500,000. Effectiveness will be measured based on new account creation, daily ride requests, social media engagement, and time spent on the Uber website.
The document discusses IKEA's strategy for building a global brand. It outlines IKEA's history of international expansion since 1943. IKEA's keys to success include democratic design, vertical integration, and a strong brand image emphasizing cost-consciousness and environmental awareness. IKEA maintains consistency in its global strategy by positioning itself as a value brand and emphasizing its store experience and Swedish influence. However, it also adapts its advertising and products to local markets. The document also examines IKEA's use of non-traditional marketing like PR stunts and guerrilla tactics tailored to different cultures. Finally, it notes IKEA's location strategy focuses on entering markets where suppliers are available and expanding in China.
This document provides a public relations plan to rebrand MTV by moving away from reality television shows and focusing more on music. It analyzes MTV's target audience of 12-34 year olds and profiles specific members to understand their preferences. The plan outlines overall business objectives to reconnect with viewers and advertisers. A SWOT analysis examines MTV's strengths like its influence over youth culture but also weaknesses like catering to fleeting interests. The plan identifies problems with shows like Jersey Shore, such as losing advertisers and negatively influencing youth, and proposes opportunities to partner with music festivals. The goal is to restore MTV's image and focus on music, youth, and diversity.
This document provides an overview of the Uber car service app. It begins with an agenda that outlines an introduction, how Uber works, its value proposition, and technology. It then describes how Uber users can request a ride through the app, get reliable pickup times, see clear pricing, and pay cashless. Riders can also provide feedback and split fares. Pricing includes standard fees based on miles and minutes as well as dynamic pricing. Uber's business model involves drivers using the app to connect with riders, with Uber taking a 20% commission on fares. The document concludes by briefly discussing Uber's app technology, demand calculation technology, heat maps, and its core team.
This presentation for my Fashion PR module shows how Burberry managed to reposition itself as a luxury brand with the use of PR, in particular a sophisticated social media strategy.
These slides use concepts from my (Jeff Funk) course entitled Biz Models for Hi-Tech Products to analyze the business model for Uber’s taxi service. Uber’s service enables anyone to provide taxi services and it provides dynamic pricing for better matching of supply and demand. Its value proposition for potential drivers is the opportunity to work as driver on their own hours. Its value proposition for user to lower taxi fares during most times of the day and a higher supply of taxis (and higher prices) during peak demand. The customers are tech-savvy and smart phone users who value their time. Uber receives payments directly from customers and keeps a percentage of these payments as its income. Uber’s patents for a demand-price algorithm represent a barrier of entry and thus a method of strategic control.
Ride Sharing App Development- A Gateway to Enhance Travel & Tourism Industry.pdfTechugo
Many fundamental steps are required to create ridesharing apps that are unique and effective. This includes conducting market research, selecting key features, and estimating costs.
There must be two panels, one for riders/passengers and another for drivers. This divides the fundamental elements required to build a rideshare management app.
This article will discuss the features you need to include when working with a ride sharing app development company such as Techugo to build a rideshare app.
A picture is worth a thousand words. Discussion question for this.docxkeiran409es
A picture is worth a thousand words. Discussion question for this week, please view the periodic table of visualization at the following link (https://www.visual-literacy.org/periodic_table.html). Choose one Data Visualization and one Compound Visualization by placing your mouse cursor over each option.
2-1 Introduction
Uber Technologies Inc. (Uber) is a tech startup that provides ride-sharing services by
facilitating a connection between independent contractors (drivers) and riders with the use
of an app. Uber has expanded its operations to 425 cities in 72 countries around the world
and is valued at around $70 billion, making it the world’s most valuable startup.
Approximately 30 million users use Uber’s services monthly. Uber has become a key player
in the sharing economy, a new economic model in which independent contractors rent out
their underutilized resources such as vehicles or lodging to other consumers. The sharing
economy is quickly becoming an alternative to owning resources outright. Because its
services cost less than taking a traditional taxi, Uber and similar ride-sharing services have
upended the taxi industry. The company has experienced resounding success and is
looking toward expansion both internationally and within the United States.
However, Uber’s rapid success is creating challenges in the form of legal and regulatory,
social, and technical obstacles. The taxi industry, for instance, is arguing that Uber has an
unfair advantage because it does not face the same licensing requirements as they do.
Others accuse Uber of not vetting their drivers, creating potentially unsafe situations. Some
major cities are banning ride-sharing services like Uber because of these various concerns.
Additionally, Uber has faced various lawsuits, including a lawsuit filed by its independent
contractors. Its presence in the market has influenced lawmakers to draft new regulations to
govern this “app-driven” ride-sharing system. Legislation can often hinder a company’s
expansion opportunities because of the resources it must expend to comply with regulatory
requirements. Uber has been highly praised for giving independent contractors an opportunity to earn money as long as they have a car, while also offering convenient ways for consumers to get around at lower costs. Although its “Surge Pricing” technique has been criticized for charging higher fares during popular times, it is also becoming a model for other companies such as Zappos in how it compensates its call center employees. The biggest issues Uber faces include legal action because drivers are not licensed, rider and driver safety,protection and security of customer and driver information, and a lack of adequate insurance coverage. To be successful, Uber must address these issues in its marketing strategy so it can reduce resistance as it expands into other cities.
2-2 Background
In 2009 Travis Kalanick and Garrett Camp developed a smartphone application to connect
dri.
2-1 IntroductionUber Technologies Inc. (Uber) is a tech startu.docxherminaprocter
2-1 Introduction
Uber Technologies Inc. (Uber) is a tech startup that provides ride-sharing services by
facilitating a connection between independent contractors (drivers) and riders with the use
of an app. Uber has expanded its operations to 425 cities in 72 countries around the world
and is valued at around $70 billion, making it the world’s most valuable startup.
Approximately 30 million users use Uber’s services monthly. Uber has become a key player
in the sharing economy, a new economic model in which independent contractors rent out
their underutilized resources such as vehicles or lodging to other consumers. The sharing
economy is quickly becoming an alternative to owning resources outright. Because its
services cost less than taking a traditional taxi, Uber and similar ride-sharing services have
upended the taxi industry. The company has experienced resounding success and is
looking toward expansion both internationally and within the United States.
However, Uber’s rapid success is creating challenges in the form of legal and regulatory,
social, and technical obstacles. The taxi industry, for instance, is arguing that Uber has an
unfair advantage because it does not face the same licensing requirements as they do.
Others accuse Uber of not vetting their drivers, creating potentially unsafe situations. Some
major cities are banning ride-sharing services like Uber because of these various concerns.
Additionally, Uber has faced various lawsuits, including a lawsuit filed by its independent
contractors. Its presence in the market has influenced lawmakers to draft new regulations to
govern this “app-driven” ride-sharing system. Legislation can often hinder a company’s
expansion opportunities because of the resources it must expend to comply with regulatory
requirements. Uber has been highly praised for giving independent contractors an opportunity to earn money as long as they have a car, while also offering convenient ways for consumers to get around at lower costs. Although its “Surge Pricing” technique has been criticized for charging higher fares during popular times, it is also becoming a model for other companies such as Zappos in how it compensates its call center employees. The biggest issues Uber faces include legal action because drivers are not licensed, rider and driver safety,protection and security of customer and driver information, and a lack of adequate insurance coverage. To be successful, Uber must address these issues in its marketing strategy so it can reduce resistance as it expands into other cities.
2-2 Background
In 2009 Travis Kalanick and Garrett Camp developed a smartphone application to connect
drivers-for-hire with people needing rides to a destination in their city. Earlier in the year the
founders had attended the inaugural address in Washington, D.C. and could not hail a taxi.
They recognized the need for a convenient, low-cost transportation service. This innovative
service was originally founded.
Uber technologies, Inc. Business analysisOmar Khafagy
Uber Technologies, Inc. is a ridesharing company that operates a smartphone app allowing users to request rides. The document provides an analysis of Uber's business model, strategies, management team, and financials. It details how Uber functions as a platform connecting drivers and riders, how it generates revenue, and its rapid global expansion. Uber's success is attributed to its strategic disruption of the taxi industry, heavy investment in technology, and ability to adapt to legal and market challenges. Projections estimate Uber's continued revenue growth as it expands into more cities worldwide.
Uber is a smartphone app that provides transportation and food delivery services by connecting riders and drivers. It was founded in 2009 and relies on licensed drivers and their personal vehicles. Uber uses data analytics to determine surge pricing and allow riders to rate drivers. However, Uber faced regulatory issues from taxi companies and struggled with expansion due to competition and controversies. In 2017, the CEO resigned after several lawsuits and scandals damaged Uber's image. The new CEO has focused on improving diversity, negotiating with regulators, and preparing for an IPO.
The document provides a SWOT analysis for Uber. It discusses Uber's strengths such as its brand recognition, large fleet size enabled by independent contractors, and user-friendly app. Weaknesses include low barriers to entry allowing competition and lack of local market knowledge internationally. Opportunities exist in expanding to underserved markets and calculating prices dynamically. Threats include competition from Lyft, regulations from threatened taxi companies, and future technology like self-driving cars.
Uber is a ride-sharing company that was founded in 2009 and connects passengers with drivers through a mobile app. It operates in over 60 countries and 327 cities. While Uber's business model provides flexibility for drivers and reliable transportation for passengers, it faces challenges such as safety issues, legal battles with regulators who say it operates illegally as a taxi service, and competition from Lyft. Uber's strengths include its large market share and brand recognition, but it also operates at a loss and has concerns about privacy and surge pricing. Its future opportunities include expanding into new markets and developing self-driving vehicles, but threats include increased regulation and campaigns against using the app.
In this presentation , we try to understand the business model of Uber with digital strategy as the backbone. Also we look into the financial strategy of Uber , the challenges it is facing
Uber has grown rapidly by identifying poorly served transportation markets and developing a platform that provides rides with a simple tap of a button. It leverages smartphones and infrastructure from companies like Google and Apple to precisely locate and connect riders and drivers. Uber's network of on-demand drivers allows it to efficiently match supply and demand in real-time. It continues innovating and adapting its services to new markets and user needs.
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UBER TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
Melanie Ramirez
The following public relations plan provides Uber’s situation analysis and suggestion for
communication strategy and response.
This plan was crate solely for the purpose of JMS 481. I attest that it was made in accordance to
the SDSU honor code.
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Melanie Ramirez
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A. Situational Analysis
Problem Statement
Uber, one of the largest taxicab service companies in the U.S., will release self-driving cars with
safety drivers in Pittsburgh beginning 2017. Its customers will be some of the first passengers to
test the new cars before expanding to its 502 servicing cities around the world. On May 4, Tesla
reported one fatal self-driving car crash. This causes those who oppose implementing self-
driving vehicles to fear the heavy technological reliability, car safety and lack of laws that would
protect millions of Uber customers from potential catastrophes.
Current State of Events and History
In 2010, founder Travis Kalanick and Garrett Camp launched UberCab in San Francisco.
What started as a premium black car cab service that users could request with a text-message,
turned into a multi-billion dollar company that relies on its app. The demand for employment and
taxicab high surges created the opportunity for any civilian to become a driver and for users to
pay low fares. (see appendix A1)
Uber’s biggest project at hand is operating safe self-driving cars around the world.
Currently, the company is using Pittsburgh as the pilot city to test their safety and efficiency.
Although companies like Google and Tesla are testing self-driving cars, Uber will be the first of
its kind to deliver self-driving cars as a taxicab service. (see appendix A1)
Internal Factors
Uber recruited 40 employees from Carnegie Mellon University to design pilot self-
driving cars. These cars are being tested in Pittsburg and San Francisco with the company’s most
frequent users and have yet to report any accidents or fatalities. In San Francisco, the self-driving
cars are being specifically tested for internal research and gathering data--not driving users.
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The government recently released regulations that outlined safety expectations and a 15-point
safety assessment. This assessment covers how to react if any technological issues occur, how to
share data collected by vehicles, recall authority to the Department of Transportation if the
vehicles are unsafe and many more. Uber is specifically working with Ford in designing these
models and complying with regulations to ensure safety and efficiency. (see appendix A2)
Uber has maintained an open system model of communication as the self-driving process
is being developed. The company reached out to their most frequent users in Pittsburgh to be
used for the trail runs and continue to take their feedback as changes are being made to the
models. This form of two-way symmetric communication causes changes in both sides of the
organization--for the public and Uber.
External Factors
Uber’s stakeholders are the main individuals affected with the implementation of self-driving
vehicles. In the U.S., 54 percent of users are male, 40 percent range from 24 to 34 years old, 56
percent live in an urban area and 50 percent have a mid-50 income. Stakeholders also include
Uber drivers that may be left without a job, investors and competitors.
SWOT Analysis
Internal Strengths
1. Expansion
UberEATS is a food pick-up and delivery service. UberRUSH is a packaging delivery
service for small businesses or can be used as an enterprise. The company goes beyond the
taxicab realm to generate more services for its customers.
2. Active two-way communication
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Uber encourages users to report any issues with rides, payments and experiences ensuring
via the Uber app or by submitting an online form. Negative experiences may result in
reimbursement and all communication is done online with a response in 24 hours or less. The
self-driving car trial in Pittsburgh relies on its users for feedback to make improvements.
Internal Weaknesses
1. Cannot operate in all countries or cities
Barcelona is one of several cities that do not allow Uber to operate. Because users prefer
to use cheaper options, it is leaving other taxicab drivers out of business and causing protests.
Protests in France, Germany and Belgium caused Uber to be partially banned in certain areas.
Restrictions hinder Uber’s capabilities around the world and create a negative emotion around
the brand. (see appendix A4)
2. Distrust in drivers
The public questions the safety of drivers and the overall experiences. Although drivers
must complete a background check and meet requirements, there are still underlying concerns.
Reports of negative experiences cause concerns for potential users.
External Opportunities
1. UberBUS
Uber only operates on cars and bikes. Having bus routes to big cities at low fares would
create another channel of transportation and be useful for those traveling to big cities. Busses in
Europe take people from city to city at a low cost--the U.S. yet has to have a staple bus service
that transports people at costs.
2. Sponsorships
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Although Uber has partnerships with big companies, it does not sponsor any “big
names.” Because the company is worth over $66 billion, it has the potential to sponsor sports
team that would wear the name of the brand and recruit fans to use the service. (see appendix
A5).
External Threats
1. Competitors
In the U.S., Lyft is Uber’s biggest competitor that is used as an alternative option if
Lyft’s fares are more affordable. Uber has a bigger net worth and generates more revenue, but
certain users fluctuate between services. In China, Uber struggles to compete with Didi Chuxing-
-also a taxicab service. All competitors are threats to Uber and achieving their maximum
potential. (see appendix A6)
2. Opposition from established taxicab services
In 2015, taxicab drivers created violent protests in France that blocked roads and attacked
drivers affiliated with Uber. Although Uber offers lower fares than traditional taxicab services, it
also means it leaves those unaffiliated with Uber with less business. Protests have erupted in
other countries that have caused Uber exit. (see appendix A7)
Content Analysis
During the months of September and October, much of what was written about Uber had to do
with the release of self-driving cars. The analysis showed that Kalanick and President Obama
were associated with Uber. A majority of newspaper, web and opinion wrote about self-driving
cars, their safety and regulations associated with them. There were little negative opinions
associated with Uber—many reporters placed a positive or “neither” opinion in their reporting.
Although there were about four stories that focused on protests in New York City, several stories
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about the organization are written in a positive or optimistic light. Please see appendix A8 for a
detailed analysis.
Goals and Objectives
Goal #1: To increase overall support, amount of users and awareness of Uber’s self-driving cars
1. To increase positive support of Uber self-driving cars, specifically from Uber users, by
10 percent within six months of car launch.
2. To increase awareness of self-driving car safety to the public by 15 percent within 10
months official car launch.
3. To increase the amount of users using self-driving cars by 8 percent within the first eight
months of car launch.
Goal #2: To generate positive media coverage--including print and digital.
4. To increase positive media coverage by 12 percent by March 2017.
B. Planning
Target Audience
Proactive communication is essential to success. Uber has millions of users and just completed
its 2 billionth drive just six months after completing its 1 billionth. Users take advantage of credit
codes to get discounts on their drives and loyal customers take advantage of special offers just
for them. Although Uber has more users now than ever before, toying with self-driving cars is a
concept many people will have a difficult time warming up to. Ultimately, the plan is to move
the needle and turn the latent and aware publics into active publics. These audiences will be
informed about the implementation of self-driving cars and the steps Uber is taking to ensure
safety. (see appendix B1)
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Latent Publics
Latent Publics are those who are not aware about Uber and/or the pilot tests for self-
driving cars in Pittsburgh. Uber’s largest demographics are 54 percent male, 40 percent range
from 24 to 34 years old, 56 percent live in an urban area and 50 percent have a mid 50 income.
However, these demographics only account for current users and would be the target audience
for those unaware of the self-driving car. It is imperative for the latent publics to be properly
informed of what measures Uber is taking with Ford to create the safest and most efficient car
possible.
Aware Publics
Aware publics are those who know about Uber and the pilot tests for self-driving cars and
include users and nonusers that will be negligent of using self-driving cars. They are either
hesitant about using the vehicles or unaware that they exist.
Active Publics
Active publics include those who are Uber users, currently a part of the pilot tests and
those who will use the self-driving cars when they are available to the public. The goal is to
“move the needle” and get as many users as possible to use the vehicles. Because users are
encouraged to provide feedback, Uber will have the necessary tools to improve the negative and
highlight the positive.
Internal Audience
It is imperative that all of Uber’s staff, nationally and internationally, understand the following:
• Federal and state regulation concerning self-driving cars
• Protocol to take from all departments if crashes or fatalities occur
• The most basic information about the self-driving cars
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By having an informed internal audience, Uber will be more efficient in carrying out their
messages and mission statement.
C. Strategy
1. Demonstrating Uber’s success with self-driving cars.
2. Redesigning the way people think about self-driving cars.
Agenda setting theory of mass communication
According to Executive Public Relations, agenda setting refers to the media impact of
distinguishing between what we think about and what we think. The bigger picture shows that
although the media does not tell you what to think, they me be able to tell you what to think
about. EPR states that media coverage can elevate the public standing of, in this case, an
organization and create a “concern” that encourages people to learn more. (see appendix C1)
Second-level agenda setting theory
The extension of this theory takes the agenda-setting theory and measures how the public
perceives it. Now that we already have the desired message crafted for the media, it is now up to
the public to perceive it and drive them to action.
By contacting journalists and sharing the messages Uber wants to get across, the media will then
create positive media coverage for the organization, encourage people to learn more about self-
driving cars and persuade them to try Uber. (see appendix C1)
Two-step flow theory
This theory illustrates how a the mass media releases an information and then the
“leader” of certain group relays that information depending on how it is interpreted--according to
the Mass Communication, Psychology, Behavioral and Social Sciences. For this theory, it is
especially imperative to those who initially receive the message. This can relate to those active
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publics that use Uber and share their experiences with those around them; however, this also
relates to latent publics who are not fully informed about Uber and have the potential to share
messages that may be positive or negative.
Messages
Ensuring safety and efficiency
• Get there, safer
Maintain and elevate customer satisfaction
• A satisfied you is a happy us
Holding Statement
Good afternoon everyone--I’m Melanie Ramirez, the head of public relations for Uber.
The concept of Uber when it was created was simple: find an easier way of getting
someone from point a to point b with a touch of a button. No one could have ever calculated the
fast success of this company and all of the growth that has come of it in so little time. Our users
and drivers are the foundation of this company and continues encourages us to improve Uber and
its capabilities each and every day.
Today marks the beginning of a new chapter for Uber. Thanks to our friends at Ford, we have
designed a self-driving vehicle that will hit the streets of Pittsburgh for a trial run. We are
working closely with some of our most loyal Uber users in Pittsburgh that will be telling us their
experiences. Because these are trial runs, each car will have a safety driver to ensure the safest
ride possible.
The National Safety Council reports that every year, car accidents cause over 40,000 fatalities in
the United States each year. Our team of engineers at Otto and ATL are working closely with
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Ford to design the safest cars yet that can withstand rough roads, rough weather and correctly
react to any possible contact.
We are eager to impress users with our newly developed technology and ready to change the
future of transportation. Please visit Uber Newsroom for more updates as we provide more
information for the public. Thank you.
Response to Query
1. Can the safety drivers still control the car if it is in self-driving mode?
[Answered by a senior automotive systems engineer] Absolutely. If the driver feels like he/she
needs to be in control of the car for any reason--like rough weather conditions--then the driver is
able to grab the wheel and take control with no issues. Our designers created this car with the
condition that a human is able to take over at my point. At times, the car will even ask the user to
take over. We want to make sure users have the safest driving experience possible.
2. What will the protocol be if an autonomous car causes a fatality?
[Answered by head of public relations] As mentioned, our goal is to provide the safest
experience possible and getting the person to their final destination safe and sound. [Answered
by Engineer] Our engineers are working to design a system where authorities will be called
automatically if any collision occurs to make sure passengers get the help they need if an
incident were to occur.
3. Will fares decrease because users will not have to pay for a driver?
[Answered by a member of business development] Our users testing the pilot do not have to pay
for the rides--they are free. As of now, Uber has not calculated the costs of the fares because they
will depend on the city, surcharge fees and other factors that go into the costs. Keep in mind that
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as we test these cars out for the next few years, there will still be a safety driver present in the
vehicle. However, when those calculations become available, we will release it to the public.
4. How are these cars different from Google or Tesla?
[Answered by CEO, Travis Kalanick] These cars are the first of their kind. Neither Google nor
Tesla are offering taxicab services for users to access with a click of a button and we are proud to
pioneer this part of technological history.
5. Does Uber plan on releasing these cars internationally? If so, when?
[Answered by head of public relations] We are taking this entire process one step at a time. Our
primary focus is ensuring that our pilot tests are successful in Pittsburgh and then, we will look
into expanding across to other cities. Uber is in over 540 cities worldwide and when the
opportunity comes, we will revisit the idea of expanding globally.
6. People are going to want to prefer to pay a lower fare if a driver isn’t present. How will
these cars affect the thousands of drivers that rely on Uber for a job?
[Answered by a member of business development] We are always going to rely on drivers. Uber
understands that not everyone will be open to requesting a self-driving car and we respect that.
As Travis said, self-driving cars will require maintenance and other needs that leaves the window
open for more employment opportunities. Again, we are still heavily relying on drivers.
7. How does this technology compare with the cars Lyft is currently testing after partnering
with GM earlier this year?
[Answered by head of public relations] We cannot speak on behalf of Lyft and the projects they
have underworks with self-driving cars. Any questions concerning Lyft and their technologies
should be handed to them.
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8. There are rumors out there that Uber has lost $1.2 billion this year in different projects.
Can you comment?
[Answered by a member of business development] We do not have current revenue and
expenditure data with us at this time. What I can say is that all of our big projects require big
investments—it is how we create opportunities to expand and improve Uber. This company is
always looking to expand and improve at times, it may means we lose money.
9. How will you be working with the users involved in the pilot tests?
[Answered by road and track test engineer] Users participating in our pilot tests will have a
safety driver and a person taking notes about the experience. The person taking notes will also
record any feedback--both negative and positive. (see appendix C3)
10. Why pick only a few users instead of leaving it open for anyone who has the Uber app?
[Answered by CEO, Travis Kalanick] We wanted to start small and involve our most frequent
users--users that are really familiar with our brand and who we are. We felt like it was time to
pay it back to our most loyal customers by providing free rides in exchange for their experience.
Tactic #1: Press release for Press Conference (see appendix C4)
Tactic #2: Commercial Video (see appendix for storyboard
Tactic #3 Internal email to Uber Staff (see appendix C5)
Tactic #4 Conduct monthly reports for our internal staff
Tactic #5 Educate and deliver Uber’s message and vision to current users via email
Tactic #6 Post bimonthly posts on Uber Newsroom concerning updates, changes and news in
regards to Uber self-driving cars
Tactic #7 Pre and post survey conducted before and after strategies are implemented (see
appendix C6)
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D. Implementation
Uber’s success as a startup company is unlike any other. In order to continue the company’s
success is imperative that Uber use the right strategies and information subsidies to carry the new
message forward: get there, safer. It is important to not underestimate the importance of this pilot
test in Pittsburgh, even though it is not the launch of a complete autonomous vehicle. With the
following proposals, Uber will create a strong foundation for the forthcoming of self-driving cars
and will improve future strategies.
Press Conference
On the day the Ford Fusion and Volvo cars begin their pilot tests in Pittsburgh, Uber will have a
press conference at the Advanced Technologies Center in Pittsburgh. The company created Uber
Advanced Technologies Center to house engineers that design the cars being launched around
the city and will be used to host the conference in front of journalists, broadcast channels and
bloggers. It is right in front of the Allegheny River, providing a perfect landscape to showcase
the new cars and the streets they will drive. The conference will be held on Sept. 7 at 1 p.m. By
having the conference a week earlier, it generates suspense--a model Apple shows to be
successful.
The press conference will have a panel of speakers that each play a crucial part creating and
carrying out the car. They include:
• Chief executive officer- Travis Kalanick
• Senior automotive systems engineer- understands the technology of the vehicle
• Business development manager- understands business impacts
• Road and track test engineer- understands how the car will operate around the city and
how Uber will consider feedback
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• Head of public relations- ensures all questions get answers, trains members of the panel
to get the right message across and
CEO will begin conference with a holding statement and all speakers will bridge and deliver the
new message: get there, safer.
In appendix [] is a list of some local and national newspapers, magazines, bloggers and news
television crews that will be invited to the press conference.
At the end of the conference, a list of all media attendees will be compiled to email the press
release or to set up interviews.
Video Commercial
This commercial is strictly to be aired in Pittsburgh and surrounding cities within a 40-
mile radius. It is critical that residents around Pittsburgh are informed, aware and comfortable
with self-driving cars around the city. The video is also aimed at moving the needle by
converting latent publics that are not aware into active publics. For those unaware of Uber, the
video will inform the viewer of the self-driving vehicle present in the city and introduce the
viewer to the brand.
The video will take the viewer around Pittsburgh for a little and drive by popular
locations. As the safety driver is turning around a corner, a biker using an UberRUSH bike will
fly by the car, causing the car to stop abruptly. The driver, passenger and biker will be nervous at
first, but be relieved because the car prevented an accident. Because the pilot tests still have
safety drivers, the commercial will only show the drivers looking at the road and letting the car
take control. The last four seconds will read “get there, safer.” The 25-second video will air on
Sept. 14--the same day the car launches in the city.
E. Evaluation
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After the implementation strategies are completed, it is critical to measure the objectives to see if
there are any changes in knowledge, attitude and behavior.
1. Objective #1: OUTCOME TO BE DETERMINED
To increase positive support of Uber self-driving cars, specifically from Uber users, by 10
percent within six months of car launch.
This objective will be measured by conducting a survey and focus group from users and
nonusers. It will be met if positive media coverage dominates the conversation about Uber and if
audiences view the commercial. By comparing the results from the initial survey, we will be able
to see if we met the objective.
2. Objective #2: OUTCOME TO BE DETERMINED
To increase positive media coverage by 12 percent by March 2017.
This objective will be measured by conducting a media analysis and environmental scan before,
during and after the implementation process. It will be met if the public relations team and panel
effectively deliver the message to the media. By keeping track of what is being said about Uber
by media organizations and the public, then we can measure if we have met the objective.
3. Objective #3: OUTCOME TO BE DETERMINED
To increase awareness of self-driving car safety to the public by 15 percent within 10
months official car launch.
This objective will be measured conducting a focus group and survey of 12 people from users
and nonusers. It will be met if positive media coverage dominates the conversation about Uber
and if audiences view the commercial. By comparing the results from the initial survey, we will
be able to see if we met the objective.
4. Objective #4: OUTCOME TO BE DETERMINED
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To increase the amount of users using self-driving cars by 8 percent within the first eight
months of car launch.
This number will be measured by using data provided by Uber analysts that will be charted and
seen for comparison. It will be met if positive media coverage dominates the conversation about
Uber and if audiences view the commercial. By comparing the results from the initial amount of
users that used the self-driving cars to the amount eight months later, we will be able to see if we
met the objective.
F. Budget
Press Conference
Expense Cost
Chairs (20 pack) $1,462.80
Stage rental $1,770.00
Microphones (8) $412.98
Power expenses $3,000.00
Water (10 cases) $60.00
Branding materials (table cover, backdrop, pens, notebook) $588.16
Total $7,293.94
Commercial
Expense Cost
Director $4,000.00
Actors $2,500.00
Production crew, equipment editing and graphics $25,000
Food and beverage $200.00
Miscellaneous $800.00
Television Airtime on (local and national channels) $1,500,000.00
Total $1,532,500.00
Surveys and Focus Groups
Researchers $1,000.00
Analytics & SPSS $500.00
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Appendix
A1: startup-in-the-world-2015-9/#june-2015-the-california-labor-commission-rules-that-an-uber-
driver-is-an-employee-not-a-contractor-this-calls-ubers-underlying-business-model-into-
question-the-decision-comes-after-a-san-francisco-driver-barbara-ann-berwick-files-a-claim-
against-uber-25
https://www.uber.com/driver-jobs/
https://newsroom.uber.com/pittsburgh-self-driving-uber
A1.1:
Top circulated media bolded
Media Channel Organization
Newspapers Pittsburgh Business Times
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Pittsburgh Tribune Review
The Pitt News- University of Pittsburgh
The Tartan- Carnegie Mellon University
The New York Times
The New York Post
The Wall Street Journal
The Washington Post
Broadcast KDKA-TV (CBS) Pittsburgh
WTAE (ABC) Pittsburgh
WPXI (NBC) Pittsburgh
CNN
MSNBC
FOX
Magazines/Journals/Blogs Pittsburgh Magazine
Pittsburgh Quarterly
Pittsburgh Journal of Technology Law and Policy
Mashable
Gizmodo
Gigaom
ZdNet
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TIME
A2: BROOM, G. (1994). Cutlip & center's effective public relations. , 978-970.
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/09/20/technology/self-driving-cars-guidelines.html?_r=0
A3:(http://www.businessinsider.com/how-uber-rush-works-2014-4)
A4: (http://www.businessinsider.com/heres-everywhere-uber-is-banned-around-the-world-2015-
4)
A5: (http://www.cnbc.com/2016/06/08/ubers-66-billion-valuation-may-ride-on-shaky-
foundation.html)
A6: (http://www.nasdaq.com/article/who-are-ubers-biggest-competitors-cm671829)
A7: (http://www.businessinsider.com/ubers-history/#june-2015-violent-protests-erupt-up-across-
france-as-taxi-drivers-and-their-supporters-block-roads-burn-tires-and-attack-suspected-uber-
drivers-24)
A8: Here is the direct link to the coding and environmental analysis:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1kLL1Si9HP3-
zlrw2BCcJYboo6HZ9paD_s04L4C82vcc/edit?usp=sharing
B1: (http://www.businessinsider.com/ubers-history/#june-2015-violent-protests-erupt-up-across-
france-as-taxi-drivers-and-their-supporters-block-roads-burn-tires-and-attack-suspected-uber-
drivers-24)
C1: https://masscommtheory.com/theory-overviews/agenda-setting-theory/
C2: (http://communicationtheory.org/two-step-flow-theory-2/)
C3: (http://www.businessinsider.com/uber-driverless-car-in-pittsburgh-review-photos-2016-
9/#but-that-speaks-to-just-how-good-these-cars-are-at-handling-city-roads-pittsburgh-terrain-
isnt-easy-to-tackle-with-steep-hills-and-several-bridges-but-the-cars-rolled-through-just-fine-its-
truly-incredible-watching-a-car-do-everything-from-handling-left-turns-at-intersections-to-
climbing-up-hills-with-ease-without-any-input-from-the-driver-12)
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For Immediate Release Sept. 14, 2016
Release# 1-2016
Contact: Melanie Ramirez
mramirez@uber.com
Five facts you did not know about Uber’s self-driving cars
PITTSBURGH— Months after the creation of the Advanced Technologies Center in Pittsburgh,
Uber finally makes their dream of a self-driving car a reality. Uber held a press conference at
ATC that announced and showcased the new model that will be hitting the streets.
First-- Uber invited their most loyal customers to experience the self-driving cars and be
apart of this pilot test. The company will be working closely with these users to obtain feedback
about their experiences and use it to resolve underlying problems.
Second-- Ford Fusion cars are the only models designed thus far for this pilot test.
However, Uber recently purchased 100 Volvo cars that are being designed to self-drive and may
be launching in a big city next year.
Third-- Safety drivers will still be required to sit in the car while a transition is made.
Although the goal is to have self-driving vehicles that require no human assistance, Uber wants
to ensure all kinks are sorted out in the next few years after the launch.
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Fourth-- Uber has been working on this project since early 2015. Pittsburgh became ideal
hot spot because of its variety of road types, weather conditions and research facilities--putting
these cars to the ultimate test.
Fifth-- Driver-less vehicles are not meant to reduce thousands of Uber drivers have.
Instead, it will create more employment opportunities for communities.
“ATMs cut the cost of running a local bank so more branches opened, employing more people,”
said Travis Kalanick. “Self-Driving Ubers will be on the road 24 hours a day, which means they
will need a lot more human maintenance than cars today.
For those curious to know any updates concerning Uber and the self-driving cars should
visit Uber Newsroom online for more updates.
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Sent July 31
Uber family,
Whether you have been a part of Uber since the get-go six years ago or started recently,
we send a common message to our users--get there. In the coming weeks, we are tweaking our
message a little bit--get there, safer.
For months, our team of engineers at Advanced Technologies Center in Pittsburgh
worked tirelessly to design a self-driving vehicle that will change our future of how we get our
users there. The National Safety Council reports that every year, car accidents cause over 40,000
fatalities in the United States each year. On Sept.14, we will be launching our pilot trial run in
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Pittsburgh where our most loyal customers will have the opportunity to be the first users to
experience autonomous vehicles. These rides will be on us.
As a family, it is imperative that we are all aware about the progress we make within the
coming months in Pittsburgh. Please keep an eye out for monthly reports that we will send to
ensure everyone is informed about news, our progress and any future changes.
Here in San Francisco, we will have some vehicles driving around the city for testing and
research-- not for driving our users.
Without the contribution of our Uber staff, our success wouldn’t have been able to reach
the success it has. Our new job? Get them there, safer.
Let’s get started,
Travis Kalanick
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