Strategic Management ASSIGNMENT 1 Academic Report – Harley-Davidson WORD COUNT: 5492 Main Body: 3300 Appendix: 2192 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 Introduction…………………………………………………..…..3 2.0 Business Level Strategy ...………………………………….....3 2.1 Cost Leadership…….…………………………………..5 2.2 Differentiation Strategy…………………………….......6 2.3 Focus Strategy………………………………………….7 3.0 SWOT Analysis………………………………………………….7 4.0 PESTLE Analysis…………………………………………….....9 5.0 Corporate
Introduction: Harley Davidson Inc is the leading motorcycle company in the United States, with an approximate 46% market share. It derives its revenue from the sale of motorcycles to dealers, the sales of parts and Harley Davidson accessories, and the financing of approximately 53% of its U. S. Consumer motorcycle purchases. Harley Davidson stock sold for P12.70 per share in late March 2009, down from a high of $70 in October 2007. Harley Davidson like manufacturers of big-ticket items has been hurt
HARLEY-DAVIDSON INC. INTRODUCTION Harley Davidson is one of the largest manufacturers in the United States. It has become a major leader in the Industry for creating the heavyweight motorcycle that has been designed for “cruising on the highway.” (http://en.wikipedia.org). In this paper we will discuss how the heavyweight motorcycle market has become an important asset to the industry. We will include the major strategies that have been established and the breakdown of the manufacturing process
Identification of Harley-Davidson's strategy and its rationale explaining its resources and capabilities. After that i compare these to those of Honda. Wfat does my analysis imply for Harley's potential to establish cost and differentiation advantage over Honda. Knowing that, what threats does Harley face? And then how Harley can sustain and enhance its competitive advantage? Question 1: Identify Harley-Davidson's strategy and explain its rationale. The fundamentals of the Harley-Davidson business
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Harley-Davidson is the largest market share holder of motorcycles over 750cc in the United States. After the expansion of our production and distribution capacity, we will be in the position to meet the increasing demand for our motorcycles and other products. Growth potential appears very good especially in the overseas market. Gaining a larger market share in these area may require a further increase in production and distribution capacities. We must plan for expansion
Harley-Davidson, Inc. Introduction Harley-Davidson, Inc. since its inception has specialized in selling dream motorcycles that are of high quality and distinctive in styles. The company in the past have seen turbulent business environment to the extent of leveraged buyout, infiltration of foreign made bikes as well as government regulations. Yet despite these factors, Harley-Davidson continues to reap profits, yield high growth of approximately 15% a year and retain its customer base (Official
Introduction Harley-Davidson is a manufacturer of motorcycles based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in the United States; the company has a wealth of rich history coupled with cultural tradition. The company has just celebrated its 110th Anniversary with a variety of events worldwide; the events of the epic celebration spanned across eleven countries on 6 continents. The Harley-Davidson motorcycle has gained the status of an icon in America, which has no match to foreign competitors, despite their long periods
Form CASE 35 Harley-Davidson Inc. 2008: THRIVING THROUGH A RECESSION Decision Date: Finish 2008 FY Sale: Finish 2009 FY Net Income: Finish Introduction Finish Current Situation 1. Current Performance European market share has continued to grow. Finish needs % Harley-Davidson controls nearly half of the market share for heavyweight motorcycles. 2007, Harley-Davidsons net profits and new sales were down. Motorcycle shipments declined from 2006 to 2007. Harley-Davidson is currently
Executive Summary Harley-Davidson, Inc. is primarily in the business of recreational vehicle. Harley-Davidson was incorporated in 1981 and is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Harley-Davidson is a true American success story. From their modest beginnings in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to one of the most recognized company names worldwide, they have been passionate about motorcycles. Harley-Davidson, Inc. has a moderate to high level of diversification in the motorcycle industry. The corporation owns
when he passed away demonstrating one of his many inventions along with many other motorcycle inventors. Harley Davidson came about in 1903. A lot of people were riding motorcycles instead of bicycles in 1902. He helped World War I by seeing increased interests in communications and getting place to place. You rarely saw messengers on horseback anymore at that time. When World War II happened, Harley Davidson’s motorcycles skyrocketed up to 100mph. The only type of motor he still uses is an air-cooled