Bank ABC Energy Portfolio_Example Answer Task 2__

Accor Hotel Focus on industry-level data from Europe and UK Analysis Competitive forces in the industry (e.g. barriers to entry; intensity of rivalry between incumbents; threat of substitution…) Drivers of change in the industry The impact of external factors on the industry Conclusion

b. Based on this extrapolation, when would Amazon be predicted to equal Walmart in revenue? c. Why has Amazon been growing faster than Walmart? Is the slow growth of Walmart related to  the rapid growth of Amazon?

Briefly describe the ABC analysis and its importance in business.

Under Armour Nike Industry Key Success Factors Weight Rating Wtd. Score Rating Wtd. Score Innovative Product Design           Product Line Breadth           Brand Awareness / Reputation           Distribution Capabilities           Celebrity Endorsers           Geographic Market Coverage                       TOTAL 1.0         Competitive Strength Assessment Using the Key Success Factors you identified in the Industry Analysis, complete a Competitive Strength Assessment using Under Armour and Nike.  Supporting rationale for your ratings (use as much space as needed):             Conclusions from your completed Competitive Strength Assessment:

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Q# What is the difference between shareholder and stakeholder. Who are/can be the shareholders in Basha Dam project

The contemporary business environment is characterised by increased competition betweensupply chains and alliances, rapidly changing technology and highly demanding customers acrossthe globe.. The projected industry growth promises greater prospects for the Lancewoodbusiness. Examine the potential risk levels posed to Lancewood when expandingtheir business deeper into South Africa and further into Africa, due to thefollowing risk factors:• Theft• Human error The forecasted industry growth might require Lancewood to seek additionalstorage space from public warehouses. Explain the extent such an industrygrowth could affect selection when these factors are taken into consideration:• Geographical location• Available technology.

Why Use ABC Analysis and what are their limitation?

SWOT Analysis Uber Ridesharing Opportunities What is the unique opportunity that the company is trying to take advantage of? Does the target market have any unfulfilled needs that the company can satisfy? Are there emerging target markets with needs that the company can satisfy? Are there ways the company and its competitors can benefit from working together? Are there opportunities for collaborating with customers to build a brand presence? Describe and analyze if market demand is increasing? Are there changes in the government regulations that will affect the company? Describe any emerging global issues that will affect the company?

Given the data in the Table Below, you are requested tohelp Ms. Meticulous in deciding what firm shall she choose in order to satisfyher criteria as illustrated in the Table. Show your solution and/or justificationwhy? Criteria Weights percriterionbased on herimportance Supplier 1 Supplier 2 Supplier 3 Price 40 % 8 9 10Accessibility 50 % 7 10 10 Customer-friendly (after sales service) 10% 10 10 9TOTAL 25 29 29

Analyze how does USAA business model for capitalizing value from not just products but also service offerings (or servitization)

amazon faced these challengies in 2012 : Presently how have they addressed or resolved these issues 1. rise on shipping cost 2. Customers that choose to shop local rathere than online 3. deliever assumption, for instance customer want instant gratification 4. cyber attacks (stealing customer infomation) 5. failed busines ventures like “Amazon Auctions" 6. struggling to decide if they want to be a invest in technology or continue working on businees advanatges like getting more aquistions and improving delievry

How could Wilko stores be saved from closure using Ansoff Growth Matrix ?

Company: Accor Hotel Focus on industry-level data from Europe and UK Analysis Competitive forces in the Accor hotel industry (e.g. barriers to entry; intensity of rivalry between incumbents; threat of substitution…) Drivers of change in theAccor hotel  The impact of external factors on the Accor hotel Conclusion

Table 23.1: Vital Economic Statistics for An Earthly Economy Nominal RGDP Total GDP Price Population Year ($ Billion) Index • (in Million) 7 $5,000.00 119 129.00 6 $4,900.00 117 128.50 5 $4,950.00 114 128.16 4 $4,890.00 110 127.45 Refer to Table 23.1. Real GDP per person dropped by about 0.05% 0.07% 0.08% 0.06% in Year 7.

Brief Exercises 7-11 through 7-14 involve departmental cost allocation with two service departmentsand two production departments. Use the following information for these four exercises:Brief ExercisesPercentage Service Provided toDepartment Cost S1 S2 P1 P2Service 1 (S1) $ 30,000 0% 30% 35% 35%Service 2 (S2) 20,000 20 0 20 60Production 1 (P1) 100,000Production 2 (P2) 150,0007-12 What is the total cost in P1 and P2 after allocation using the direct method?

Brief Exercises 7-11 through 7-14 involve departmental cost allocation with two service departmentsand two production departments. Use the following information for these four exercises:Brief ExercisesPercentage Service Provided toDepartment Cost S1 S2 P1 P2Service 1 (S1) $ 30,000 0% 30% 35% 35%Service 2 (S2) 20,000 20 0 20 60Production 1 (P1) 100,000Production 2 (P2) 150,0007-11 What is the amount of service department cost allocated to P1 and P2 using the direct method?

Brief Exercises 7-11 through 7-14 involve departmental cost allocation with two service departmentsand two production departments. Use the following information for these four exercises:Brief ExercisesPercentage Service Provided toDepartment Cost S1 S2 P1 P2Service 1 (S1) $ 30,000 0% 30% 35% 35%Service 2 (S2) 20,000 20 0 20 60Production 1 (P1) 100,000Production 2 (P2) 150,0007-13 What is the total cost in P1 and P2 and what is the amount of service department cost allocated to P1and P2 using the step method with S1 going first?

Use the following financial statements of Heifer Sports Inc. in Table 14.14 to find Heifer’s:a) Inventory turnover ratio in 2012.b) Debt/equity ratio in 2012.c) Cash flow from operating activities in 2012.d) Average collection period.e) Fixed-asset turnover ratio.f) Return on equity.

Critically analysis three decision making tools or techniques which might be used in the stategic management of  a technology company

Management Decision Model T 1 2 3 Demand A 270 14 6 B 1. Northwest Corner Rule 2. Hungarian Method 280 8 5 12 Compute transportation cost using C 250 3 7 4 Supply 250 280 270 800

What is BCG Matrix?

1. What is new market demand? 2. List 5 new market demand in business.

A1: Mr. Jonsson was facing some confusion when he first starts the F&B operation. Help him to draw a similar narrowing down analysis (example attached below) focusing on the type of industry selection, market segmentation study and target market study for Hedone restaurant. Restaurants and cafes Franchised chains Food service firms Pizza stores Independent stores Frozen pizza Commercial Manufacturers pizza sauce market Packaged ingredients Existing private labels Supermarkets No private labels

BOSTON consulting group (BCG) matrix for (Disney)

1.Supply Chain coversMovement of GoodsMovement of ServicesMovement of Goods and Services2.Supply Chain is betweenCustomer to customerCustomer to SupplierSupplier to supplierSupplier to Customer3.Which one of the below is element of supply chainDistribution ManagementHuman Resorce ManagementFinance Mangement4.What is the goal of supply chainCreate Customer satisfactionCreate Supplier SatisfactionAll the aboveCreate profit5.What is inventoryIt is about stock and its valueIt is about selling of goodsIt is about movement of the goods6.Managing the activities involving the flow of supplies into and out of a company is known as what?Procurement and distributionSCMSupply chainOperations managemet7.Which of the following is involved with supply chain management?GoodsSurveys1MarketingOverhead8.Which of the following is NOT an element of supply chain management?InventoryLaborProductionDistribution and transportation9.Order processing includes the following business processes:picking, packaging,…

The Business model metrics 5 factors •Profitability •Competitions •Repatriable • Scalability •Risk Question: Identify the five factors in business modeling metrics. Describe what each of the factors measures?