The Appropriate Expansion Path Of Mcdonalds

McDonalds is one of the biggest fast food companies in the market share today. It has been running in over 119 countries, as well as they have acquired over 31,000 restaurants in the world now. McDonald’s brand mission is to be customers’ favourite place and way to eat, they are aligned around a global strategy called the ‘Plan to Win’, they also committed to continuously improving their operations and enhancing their customers’ experience. As we all know that McDonald’s had successfully achieved their goal through out the years. (aboutmcdonald’s, 2012) Apart from this, as McDonald’s is a worldwide company, they also had the social responsibility to return the community; therefore, the ‘Ronald McDonald House Charities’ was

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McDonald is a fast food franchise based in the United States and has various food outlets in other countries like India, United Kingdom, China, Japan, Canada and Australia. McDonald has been termed as the ‘World`s Local Restaurant’ because of its affordable take-out and sit down meals. The economic recession in the US in 2010 greatly affected businesses especially fast food restaurants whereby most small restaurants had to temporarily close their businesses. However, McDonalds remained afloat amidst tough economic times in the American market because of specific strategies which will be discussed.

The year 2015 was an exceedingly profitable year with revenue growth of XX% and total revenue topping out at $XXX globally. One country’s operations that has contributed a major portion of the escalation in profits is China for which, unlike other restaurants, YUM has found the key to success. In 2015, YUM opened xxxx new restaurants which has permitted massive profits. YUM’s exceptional strategic planning and partnerships have permitted the China market to be spun off into its own standalone entity. YUM believes that this spin off will allow for the pivotal China market to controlled in a more efficient manner that is fueled off key partnerships and allowing local control to assist these restaurants to swiftly adapt to local customs and desires. With the success of this venture, numerous experts are suggesting and predict the separation of the three separate entities to help fuel increased flexibility and allow YUM to meet the ever-rising growth demands of the various stakeholders.

McDonald's marketing targets everyone in every age,gender,races and does not have a select audience. The company claims that their restaurants offer meals for youngsters, a serene place to relax with free wi-fi for adults, and a quick delicious breakfast for those in a hurry in the morning.

Due to recent advances in technology, communication, and transportation, companies are no longer confined to just one country to market and sell their products in. This has presented many companies with global opportunities. China, one of the fastest growing countries in regard to economy and population, presents a very appealing market to businesses looking to expand. China has a growing middle class that no longer has to be as price sensitive (Barton, Chen, Yin, 2013), and this is good news for American companies that have a strong brand name and do not necessarily rely on a cheap price to sell their goods. China is also experiencing an increased demand for biscuits and crackers, but many people are also becoming more health-conscious (“Entering the Biscuit Market in China: There is Still a Chance,” 2014). These presents Nabisco, a strong brand name in the United States, the perfect opportunity to expand their graham cracker line into China.

Threat: Louis Chen, the VP in charge of Chinese business, is ruining the brand of Levendary Café. Customers come from all over the world. When they visit the store in China, they can tell that there is something wrong with the decoration and menu in the Chinese store. It will destroy the company’s reputation if they notice that the menu is totally different from what it is in the United States. There are Pizza Hut, Starbucks and other competitive American brands, which are growing steadily and widely. They will split the market share from Levendary Café.

McDonald’s as we know is the biggest multinational-corporation in fast-food industry. McDonald’s is a symbol of American power and hegemony just like Coca Cola and Nike which its operations is all around the world. And how McDonald’s could successfully entering global markets ? the key components is its standardization in all McDonald’s outlets in the world known as QSC&V (Quality, Service, Cleanliness, Value). You can see and feel the same burger quality, same fast service, cleanliness of restroom and the same price in all McDonald’s outlets in every country. McDonald’s also made a strong relationship with supplier because this is another key success, every supplier which supply

This report analyses the expansion of Michel’s Patisserie into the Chinese market through the creation of joint venture franchise agreements. Michel’s will be evaluated based on the motivations for expanding to China, process of internationalisation, choice of entry mode, and standardisation versus adaptation decisions. This analysis will be undertaken so that recommendations can be made to determine the most effective means of securing the future success of Michel’s in Shanghai. It will be demonstrated that while the motivations for expansion were fundamentally sound

KFC, a fast food restaurant brand originated from USA has become the largest foreign fast food restaurant in China. According to the research, there are more than 4600 KFC restaurants in 500 different cities in China in the year 2014 which is much more than McDonald’s 1000 restaurants. (KFC China official) KFC China is held in a high repute and it has a positive impression by the Chinese customers and the main reason KFC China can become such successful is the moderate, sagacious distribution strategies they have.

By being the world's largest chicken supply chain network in terms of restaurants system and third biggest junk-food chain, with more than 9,000 in both establishment and organization claimed restaurants and eatery networks through the world, the corporation works within the territory of 68 nations via essentially demonstrating that KFC’s potential to address the necessities of its clients is in the highest level by contrasting its partner

The Chinese government may very well find KFC beneficial to the nation, as it is the pioneering western fast-food outlet. Training the joint venture partner, personnel and other institutions in the value chain can reduce learning and experience curves. KFC's operations may also inspire local competitors to increase service and quality of food. It can also help to create a competitive fast-food industry in China as new competitors respond to KFC's ideas. Moreover, a joint venture agreement commonly produce goodwill and commitment between the host

The reason McDonald’s has been succeeded in the fast food industry is the value of money of their products, and the fast clean and friendly environment. Customers are getting attracted to this chain over competitors due to the quality of service and they could get burgers and fries at one price, not like other places who sells the same products, food package can be bought for a same price. The other quality is the consistency, with this qualities, Korc noticed that they have a potential of opening new stores and expand the business into mass scale successfully, which they do currently.

Since McDonald’s is the most well know fast food chain in the world with a market cap of 69.35 billion, brand recognition is their biggest strength. The secret of McDonald’s success is its willingness to innovate and maintain consistency in the operation of its many outlets. In recent years McDonald’s has introduced Premium Salads, Snack Wraps, fresh Apple Dippers in the United States, and Corn Cups in China. Also, McDonald 's products are priced so low that economic conditions are almost insignificant.

Providing customers with the best of both worlds: west meets east. In addition to its radical strategic approach of localization with regard to its food, they extended that viewpoint when selecting their management team. By hiring Chinese executives, Yum! Brands is able to build relationships with the local suppliers more easily and quickly. It definitely helps with their competitive advantage that chicken is a staple meat in China. Given these factors, it is clear that KFC has a competitive advantage in this market. However, taking a closer look at the industry and thinking longer-term, the competitiveness is undesirable but there is still potential to improve profitability. See the analysis