...Market Analysis Marketing analysis plays a very important step role in the business plan. Although a company has an idea to form a business, but without marketing plan, the business can’t go smooth. Thus, a company need to plan what kind of people want to target, which place or country that the company want to enter. So, the company has to make a business plan and follow the business plan so that it can avoid the problem or can know where the problem is existing and everything can go smoothly. Segmentation First of all, we are using demographic segmentation which has divided into two categories which is age of the students and their gender. The age of students who are studying in college and university have different age, they are starting from 17 years old to 27 years old. Many most of them like...
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...MBA 711-02 Subject: SWOT analysis for Custom Coffee & Chocolate According to the overview of Custom Coffee & Chocolate business, it is a small café run by Bonnie Brewer and Stacy Kim. It is located near a university, so their main customers are students, faculty, staff and local residents. Kim and Brewer work together without any employees initially, and they run their business successfully. They sell their products in the café only. Kim and Brewer wanted to make some developments to their business. They should launch strategies to achieve their aims. There are many steps that they have to consider before they start launching the strategies required for the developments. They have to analyze the company internal and external environment and identify its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and weaknesses. Custom Coffee & Chocolate major strength is its owner’s knowledge acquired during their courses in business, management, and marketing, along with their experience gained at work. Other strengths of the business include the strategic location, unique products of coffee and chocolate, loyalty of customers, growing reputation of the business and good understanding of some of their customers. However, Custom Coffee & Chocolate have some weaknesses such as poor menu, small market share, small area of the café, tight capital, limited advertisement and struggle to set prices. As we consider opportunities, we can identify many for Custom Coffee & Chocolate such...
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...Integrated Learning Knowledge Denise McGill http://prezi.com/2jzdhoz6yhqo/starbucks-industry-analysis/http://www.coursework4you.co.uk/essays-and-dissertations/porter-5-forces.php http://www.scribd.com/doc/27614539/Starbucks-a-Strategic-Report-by-James-Heavey Starbuck employees are called partners http://en.oboulo.com/starbucks-corporation-58582.html http://www.authorstream.com/Presentation/bandineepradhan-1770180-starbuck-pre-bandinee/ http://www.scaa.org/ Starbucks Strategic Report (Industry Analysis) Porters Five Forces Porter’s five forces focus on factors outside of the industry which can have an effect on the competition within the company. The force within the company (microenvironment), which in turn effects how the company deals with its competitive market place. The five forces that (Porter-1980) identifies as having an impact on a company’s behaviour in a competitive market are as followed: * The threat of new entrants to the market * Bargaining power of suppliers * Bargaining power of buyers (customers) * Threat of substitute products * Competitive rivalry Starbucks have the real threat of competitive rivalry by competing with some major competitors like McDonalds, Dunkin Donuts, Costa and other small coffee shops and cafes. With competitor’s low prices and the opportunity to break into the speciality coffee market pose a real risk to Starbuck’s. Substitute products such as tea, juices, water and energy drinks pose a real...
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...TO: Prof.XY FROM: XY DATE: March 23, 2014 SUBJECT: SWOT Analysis Business Brief The following assignment requires Custom Coffee & Chocolates Company analyzes of the internal and external environment, identifying its strengths, weakness, opportunities, threats and develop strategies for the matches. Coffee drinking is one of the most world spread and consume habits of all time. Americans consume 400 million cups of coffee per day, equivalent to 146 billion cups of coffee per year, making the United States the leading consumer of coffee in the world. The Huffington Post (February 11, 2011). These consumed routine and behavior led many people to start up their own occupational in the coffee business. One such sample is close friends and ex roommates Bonnie Brewer and Stacy Kim, who decided to open a café which will offer coffee and fine chocolates. Holding a cafeteria is certainly an occupational who offers plenty of possibilities; on the other hand it is a business with an exceptional high competition. Necessary strategies, for successful story In the modern competitive business if you want to be the best you should be the first among all, offering customers something new, something different or you should be competitive by offering low-priced services. Although sounds that simple, those are the basic rules. Logically, you could not become the greatest overnight because it needs many years of time and resources. However, in imperative of more successful business...
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...SWOT Analysis Toni Dominguez BUS/210 August 10, 2014 Melanie Wright SWOT Analysis A SWOT analysis is used to identify the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of a business. Hill (n.d.) " SWOT analysis is a process where the management team identifies the internal and external factors that will affect the company’s future performance" (para. 1). A SWOT analysis is typically used at the beginning stages of the business, after a business plan has been completed, to determine any potential risks or assets. However, an analysis can be completed anytime a change is made internally or externally that can impact the business and is recommended for review of your business every 6 months (Shouldis, 2012).. The Java Culture coffee has completed their business plan for a new coffee shop in a prime location near University of Oregon. They are looking to provide a comfortable and relaxing shop for customers to enjoy coffee with friends while providing excellent customer service. The owners have secured their financing, determined their budget for employees and the day to day needs of the business, lease, and forecasted sales based off the market for the first year. Now the owners will need to complete a SWOT analysis to determine any unseen risks or assets to their business that might be impacting to their success. A SWOT analysis will start with the strengths in the business. In reviewing the business plan for the Java Culture coffee shop they have many...
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...SWOT analysis SWOT & TOWS Analysis Table of Contents SWOT & TOWS AnalysisTable of Contents 1 Table of Contents 2 Understanding SWOT Analysis 3 Why use the tool? 3 How to use tool: 3 Strengths: 3 Weaknesses: 3 Opportunities: 3 Threats: 3 Example: 4 Strengths: 4 Weaknesses: 4 Opportunities: 4 Threats: 4 Key points: 4 Case Study-SWOT Analysis Wal-Mart 5 Strengths 5 Weaknesses 5 Opportunities 5 Threats 5 Case Study-SWOT Analysis Starbucks 6 Strengths 6 Weaknesses 6 Opportunities 6 Threats 6 Case Study- SWOT Analysis AT&T 7 Understanding TOWS Matrix 8 Why use the tool? 8 How to use tool: 8 Strengths/Opportunities: 8 Strength/Threats: 8 Weaknesses/Opportunities: 8 Weaknesses/Threats: 8 Case Study- Application of the TOWS Matrix to Volkswagen 9 Weaknesses and Threats (WT) 9 Weaknesses and Opportunities (WO) 9 Strengths and Threats (ST) 9 Strengths and Opportunities (SO) 10 Understanding SWOT Analysis Why use the tool? SWOT Analysis is an effective way of identifying your Strengths and Weaknesses, and of examining the Opportunities and Threats you face. How to use tool: To carry out a SWOT Analysis, write down answers to the following questions. Where appropriate, use similar questions: Strengths: • What advantages do you have? • What do you do well? • What relevant resources do you have access to? • What do other people see as your strengths? Consider this from your own...
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...Grande Latte, Frappuccinno, and Espresso Regalo all words related to the specialty coffee business. Chances are, if you've been to an airport, grocery store, mall, or the downtown area of a large city, you've been to or seen a Starbucks. Without a doubt, Starbucks is the de facto leader in the specialty coffee market, and not just in the United States. In 1999, Starbucks expanded into China. Today, their expansion continues in China and around the world. Starbucks now has stores in 47 countries. Their global expansion strategy and performance is stellar. Let's examine some possible components of Starbuck's global expansion strategy that enables them to determine how, why, and where they expand. According to their Annual Report, Starbucks opened up 2,571 new stores in 2007 (www.starbucks.com). They now operate over 15,000 stores around the globe. In China, their aggressive expansion continues. In 2006, Financial Times quoted Howard Schultz as saying "China has emerged as the strategic priority within the company today and in the long term. The opportunity we have in China is like no other" (17). To succeed globally, companies must analyze and choose from many strategic plans. One way they do this is by using a SWOT analysis a strategic planning tool used to evaluate Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. The goal of a SWOT analysis is to identify key internal and external factors that affect the desired outcome. Strengths and...
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...6-2 Final Project Milestone Three: PEST Analysis Wilhelmina Williams MBA 515 July 3, 2016 Dr. Jonathan Sturtz 6-2 Final Project Milestone Three: PEST Analysis A PEST Analysis is used to assess a business’ external factors. PEST stands for Political, Economic, Social, and Technological. The analysis will help to establish how the four elements will affect the behaviors and operation of the company in the long-term. The significance of the four sections means: • Political – Legal elements and government guidelines are evaluated for the ability that affects the trade markets and corporate environment. The relevant topics to address include tax guidelines, trade regulations, political stability, work laws, and safety regulations. • Economic – is examining the economic matters that develop an impact on the company. The factors contain interest rates, price increases, economic growth, commerce cycle the country follows, and unemployment rate and procedures. • Social – analyzing the socio-economic environment of the market through fundamentals of consumer demographics, lifestyle assertiveness, cultural limitations, and education. With this analysis, the company can identify the customer needs and determine what to bring to the market for purchasing. • Technological – whether it can negatively or positively impact the presentation of products and services to the marketplace. The issues include lifecycle of technologies, advancements, and the government spending for...
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...1.1 Produce a profile of a selected small business identifying its strengths and weakness. Introduction Caffè Finix Coffee shop is a local coffee shop in Stratford . Near the Stratford college and WestfieldShopping Centre. Caffè Finix Coffee shop Opened in 2009.Caffè Finix coffee shop is a famous daily necessity for local coffee addicts, a place to dream of as you tryto escape the daily stresses of life and just a comfortable place to meet your friends or to read a book, all inone. The shop owner is MrKhan. The shop is operate in a 1500 square foot shop within a walking distancefrom the Stratford college. The coffee shop start up fund £ 25000. Their employees 7, all are part time worker. Caffè Finix coffee shop provide coffee, tea and breakfast. SWOT Analysis: SWOT is the first stage of planning and helps decision makers to focus on key issues. SWOTmethod is a key tool for company to officials to formulate strategic plan. SWOT standsfor Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats. SWOT model analysis factors that areinternal to the business and also factors that affect the company from outside. Strengths andWeaknesses in the SWOT matrix are internal factors. Opportunities and Threats are externalfactors. SWOT is the very popular tool in marketing because it is quick, easy and intuitive.SWOT analysis provides information that is helpful in matching in the firm’s resourceand capabilities to the competitive environment in which it operates Strength: Strengths...
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...SWOT Analysis Brittney Scarborough Bus/ 210 June 8, 2014 University of Phoenix SWOT Analysis The business plan I selected to research and to do an SWOT analysis was on an internet café business. SWOT stands for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. I will be discussion all four of these areas in the JavaNet’s business plan. The internet café is called JavaNet, which will provide a different type of communication and entertainment for the public to use at low cost fee. They will educate the public on what the internet can offer them. They will also provide bakery items and coffee at an affordable price. Within two years of operation JavaNet will be sufficient with a customer base to keep the business functioning. Since the internet is continuingly growing, JavaNet will be able to educate the novice users which will bring people of all ages and backgrounds together. I found that JavaNet does have some strength within their business plan. The venture has experienced researchers and creative leaders. The business model is well-developed targeting people of all ages and backgrounds to come to a place with a common goal, to learn what the internet can offer them. The market segments have been accurately targeted by being the first internet café in Eugene. The distribution channels are chosen from the local wholesalers in Lane County. The wholesaler retails beans to twenty different locations in the Eugene area. The friendly and helpful staff will be able to...
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...Starbucks Introduction Founded in 1971 and operating in more than 50 countries worldwide, Washington based Starbucks is the largest coffee retailer in the world at present. Starbucks has more than 16000 outlets all over the world. Out of these 16000 stores, nearly 12,000 stores are located across North America, South America, Europe, Middle East and the Pacific. In America, they have coffee outlets virtually in every corner. In other words, America is a saturated market for Starbucks now and they are looking for overseas markets as part of their expansion. In addition to coffee, Starbucks has other products such as tea, cake, cake filling leather goods, beverages, food, confections, coffee related machineries such as expresso machine, stainless steel coffee filters etc. This paper analyses the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats of Starbucks in the modern business world and also the change processes necessary for Starbucks to grow in the right direction in future. Starbucks: SWOT Strengths “Starbucks Corporation is a profitable organization, earning more than $600 million in 2004. The company generated revenue of more than $5000 million in the same year. Starbucks was one of the Fortune Top 100 Companies to Work For in 2005”(SWOT Analysis Starbucks, 2010). In 1992, Starbucks listed on the stock exchange. Since then, its growth was phenomenal. Its annual average growth rate is 20% and profit growth is around 30%. Its share price marked a record...
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...PESTEL Before we start, what is PESTEL? PESTEL literally means “Political, Economical, Social/Socio-cultural, Technological, Environmental and Legal”. This is a marketing analysis in Macro-Economic where you analyze external factors that can affect your company or your business. Why do we need PESTEL? We need to know PESTEL because we will be able to determine the different factors that can affect the performance and activities of the company or business in a long-term basis. After analyzing PESTEL, we will be able to understand the relationship of external and internal factors that will help the company strategize and plan for their future activities. The company I chose to analyze is Café Primo International Corporation. It is corporation that is fully owned by Filipinos based here in the Philippines. The corporation is engaged in the production, marketing, and distribution of its own brand, Café Primo Coffees. They are registered in the Securities and Exchange Commission last 2012. Café Primo International Corporation is a member of Teodoro Group of Companies committed to establish for a prime and highest objective in developing integrated, world-class products and services which enhances quality and healthy, yet affordable products intended to augment the able physical and mental condition of their people, and thus, help them attain the comfort of living a healthy and livelier lifestyle. This corporation is located in New Manila, Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines...
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...Development and Analysis of Two Mini Case Studies Taurus Parker December 18, 2012 Professor Mozinski Business412 Business Policy DeVry University Development and Analysis of Two Mini Case Studies This is a SWOT analysis of McDonald’s and Burger King, they will be followed by a cross-case analysis of the two mini case studies. The information in these cases will be based on the growth of the two companies and their sales. McDonald’s SWOT Analysis McDonald’s is the second largest food chain in the world falling short to Subway according to Forbes they are bringing in around 2.6 million in sales per store. (Forbes, 2013). Listed below is the mission statement and SWOT analysis for McDonald’s. Mission Statement - “McDonald's brand mission is to be our customers' favorite place and way to eat and drink. Our worldwide operations are aligned around a global strategy called the Plan to Win, which center on an exceptional customer experience – People, Products, Place, Price and Promotion. We are committed to continuously improving our operations and enhancing our customers' experience.” (Strategic management insight, 2013). Strength: McDonald’s uses $2 billion in advertising, more than 75% of restaurants are owned by independent franchises, the franchises attract children and locally adapted food menus. McDonald’s offer free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout their franchises. McDonald’s have a wide fan base from children to the business class working man. Weakness: McDonald’s...
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... PESTLE Analysis of Starbucks What are you looking for? PEST ANALYSIS MARKETING SWOT ANALYSIS STEEP ANALYSIS BUSINESS PEST Analysis, PEST Examples GET MORE ANALYSIS Subscribe to our mailing list and get our articles and updates to your email inbox. Enter your name here PESTLE Analysis of Starbucks Jim Makos 1 Year Ago FACEBOOK 0 Comments PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE PESTLE is a strategic analysis tool. It is often seen as the most effective analytical tools to analyze the Enter your email here impacts of external issues. It is an extended version of PEST analysis. Other forms of this tool are PESTEL, SIGN UP NOW STEEP, and STEEPLE. The acronym PESTLE stands for 6 factors which affect the business. The factors are: We respect your privacy Political Economic http://pestleanalysis.com/pestleanalysisofstarbucks/ 1/9 5. 5. 2016 PESTLE Analysis of Starbucks Social Popular Recent Technological Legal Environmental In this article, I am discussing the PESTLE analysis of SWOT Analysis Examples for Every Business Situation December 30, 2013 Starbucks. The constant global economic recession has dented the macroeconomic environment which Starbucks operates in. The recession has hurt the consumer’s purchasing power. Recent market research re䈠ects that consumers have not cut down on their coffee consumption...
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...such a fast pace. Therefore, coffee has become one of the most favorite kinds of drinks. Many people drink coffee to be able to work or study more effectively. When they feel so tired, some employees or students will need a five or ten minutes break just to drink a cup of coffee. Moreover, someone even have drinking coffee as one of their hobbies. Therefore, in these days, it is quite easy for consumers to buy a cup of coffee at one coffee shop, a can of coffee from the vending machine, or just get some instant coffee sachets at the supermarket. When people think about coffee, they will think of some popular brands, such as, Nescafe, Starbucks, Gloria Jeans, etc. However, it is the fact that, according to the BBC News in 2012, Vietnam has just surpassed Brazil to be the world’s largest coffee exporter. (BBC , 2012). Furthermore, G7 Coffee– the major product from Trung Nguyen Group – the greatest coffee company in Vietnam – also has high quality like the coffee of those brands. And thus, there are some questions arising from this fact, “Why doesn’t the G7 Coffee from Vietnam become as famous as the coffee from those popular brands, in all over the world?”, “Can it be?” and “How can it?” Background Trung Nguyen Group was established in June 16th, 1996. At that time, it was just a small company in Buon Me Thuot, which is one of the three main highlands for growing coffee in Vietnam. Nowadays, according to Trung Nguyen’s home page, Trung Nguyen Coffee has been available in over 50...
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