...Threats 5 Marketing process 5 Marketing mix 5 Products 5 Distribution Strategy 6 Promotion Strategy 6 Integrated Marketing Strategies 7 Situation Analysis Key objectives Apple was voted the general victor of the 2012 CMO Survey Award for Marketing Excellence. Apple has been chosen as the victor or co-champ for five back to back years by the example of top advertisers. Apple's unique points: 1. Empathy – Apple comprehends the needs of their customer superior to other organizations. 2. Focus – keeping in mind the end goal to benefit a vocation of the things the company chooses to do, Apple pans to dispose of the majority of the irrelevant opportunities 3. Impute –Apple may have the best item, the most elevated quality, the most helpful programming, and so forth; the company displays its product in an imaginative, proficient way to ascribe the coveted qualities ("Corporate Goals And Objectives For Global Final Paper- Apple Inc."). Competition Apple is being led by Samsung as purchasers are requesting telephones with bigger screens at less expensive costs. Indeed, even with the presentation of iPhone 5c, late reports have shown that Apple only share 8 to 12 percent of the mobile sharing market in the overall industry, while Samsung has a 21% share in the industry and Android telephones have a 79% piece of the overall industry. Apple can't have valuing power and market sharesimultaneously. No business can for an augmented timeframe. The issue with Apple stock...
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...Introduction The current global and virtual business environment shapes the business strategy for the aim of competing by knowledge and expertise to win the market share in the long run. Apple Inc. is one of the major leading hardware manufacturers, originates from the United States and is popular among the world. Its long-term direction could be strengthening the research, design, development and manufacturing phases. The success of this company relies its competitive strategy, which integrates its core resources, company structure and business process and stimulates targeted customers effectively as well as attracts more customers. In the meanwhile, the success of Apple Inc. is due to the support from strategic marketing. This report for Apple Inc. will analyze strategically about Apple in terms of its business description first with company profile, financial description and future direction in it. Furthermore, the sustainable business strategies that Apple adopts will be described in detail and the effectiveness of them will also be proposed one by one. The author also makes use of one of the classic tools, SWOT analysis, to give all-around insight of its competiveness strategies in terms of advantages and disadvantages. Some suggestions will appear in the end of this report as well. Business Description Company Profile The business description comes from its financial report: “The Company designs, manufactures, and markets mobile communication and media...
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...the Smartphone industry. The companies that will be compared in this paper are Apple and Samsung. This paper will begin with a brief overview of the history of each of the companies as well as their initial business strategies and core competencies. In addition to this, it will be addressing globalization, the drivers to globalization and the affects that it had toward the business strategies of each of the two companies. Furthermore, the paper will look at the technological advances that have occurred in the industry and how that has impacted the companies, along with how it has shaped each business in order to keep up with the rapidly evolving and expanding market. Lastly, it shall explore what the companies are planning for the future and some of the trends that are occurring within the industry that may be influencing Apple and Samsung. Brief report of Companies Apple Apple Inc., formerly Apple Computer, Inc., is a multinational corporation that creates consumer electronics, computer software, and commercial servers. The company was founded by Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak on April 1, 1976 and was later incorporated the company on January 3, 1977, in Cupertino, California. In 1985, Jobs left Apple and founded NeXT, acquired the graphics division of Lucasfilm (Pixar), and joined the Disney’s Board of Directors. It was not until 1997 that Jobs returned to Apple and saved it from bankruptcy. Apple currently operates in 13 countries and has over 70,000 employees worldwide....
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...Apple: Top of Their Class Executive Summary: This paper will examine the ever-popular company, Apple Inc. It will take a look at a case that examines their products and productivity. Apple uses many business activities that help them be at the top of their field. They concentrate so much on customer satisfaction and created their own competitive advantage. The numbers alone will blow anyone out of the water. And the way they do it, which is why they are at the top. Introduction: Apple Computer Inc. is one of the biggest and most lucrative companies in the world. They bring out every part of the word innovation. Apple is always looking at satisfying their customers and continues to dominate in the technology world. It is crazy to think that Apple was on the verge of bankruptcy not too long ago. Now, according to consumer reports, they are on top in regards to reliability and consumer satisfaction. Alan Marsden has said that Apple has cemented its place among the world’s leading companies. (2011, p.45) “Apple designs Macs, the best personal computers in the world, along with OS X, iLife , iWorks and professional software. Apple leads the digital music revolution with its iPods and iTunes online store. Apple is reinventing the mobile phone with its revolutionary iPhone and App Store, and has recently introduced its magical iPad, which is defining the future of mobile media and computing devices.” (2011, 45) Competitive Advantage: At the end of Chapter 1 in Business...
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...King Graduate School, Monroe College Master in Business Administration MG 800: Strategic Management Title: Apple Inc. in 2012 Case Study 10/03/2015 Table of contents 1. Introduction…………………………………………………………………………03 2. The Mission, Vision, and Values of Apple, Inc……………………………………03 3. External Analysis……………………………………………………………………03 4. Internal Analysis……………………………………………………………………03 5. Strategy Analysis……………………………………………………………………08 6. Conclusion………………………………………………………………………….12 7. Recommendations………………………………………………………………….12 References………………………………………………………………………….14 Introduction According to Mahsmr (2012), Apple Inc. started in 1976 as an American manufacturer of personal computers, computer software and peripherals. Originally, it was Apple Computer Inc. for 30 years, and its principal office is based in Cupertino, California. It is the very first thriving personal computer firm that has started the popularized usage of the graphical interface. During its starting years, Steve Jobs and Wozniak were responsible for the introduction of the company first innovation that was put on sale. The first personal computer product was sold then, after which, the two founders continued to produce more and more innovative personal computers. However, not all years were lucky years for Apple Inc, there were also times that the company experienced some financial struggles that led to several changes in the management. In 1997, Steve Jobs took over the...
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...Companies # Alibaba.com 3 # Illyria Geotechnologies 4 # iTunes 4 # Apple.Inc 5 # E-Bay 11 5 # Avon 6 # Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia 6 # Syabas 6 # The Northeast Gang Information System 7 # Proton Sdn Bhd 7 # E-Citizen portal of Singapore 8 # Immigration Department of Malaysia 8 3.Social Media Applications 9 4. CRM Software applications 10 5. CRM Strategies and associated business process 11- 12 6. CRM Best Practices 13 - 14 7. Conclusion 15 8. References 16 – 17 Introduction. According to Judith (2003, pg 41) CRM defines as is the strategic use of information, processes, technology and people to manage the customer’s relationship with your company which includes marketing, sales, services and support across the whole customer life cycle. Customer is human beings can make decision and use products or services. Only when the human being begun using or even considering one of your products or services,...
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...9 10. CONCLUTION…………………………………………………………………………………….……. 11 11. REFERENCES……………………………………………………………………………….…………. 13 Introduction The value chain approach was introduced by Michael Porter in the 1980s in his book “Competitive Advantage: Creating and Sustaining Superior Performance” (Porter, 1985). The concept of value added, in the form of the value chain, can be utilized to develop an organization’s sustainable competitive advantage in the business arena of the 21st C. All organizations consist of activities that link together to develop the value of the business, and together these activities form the organization’s value chain. Such activities may include purchasing activities, manufacturing the products, distribution and marketing of the company’s products and activities (Lynch, 2003). The value chain framework has been used as a powerful analysis tool for the strategic planning of an organization for nearly two decades. The aim of the value chain framework is to maximize value creation while minimizing costs (www.wikipedia.org). In this essay I will try to provide a scholarly overview of the “Value Chain Framework” with Critique and Analysis the same in firm Level....
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...4 2. External environment of Apple 4 2.1. Macro-environment Analyse PESTEL 4 2.1.1. Political 4 Contents Page Abstract 3 1. Introduction 4 2. External environment of Apple 4 2.1. Macro-environment Analyse PESTEL 4 2.1.1. Political 4 2.1.2. Economic 5 2.1.3. Social 5 2.1.4. Technological 5 2.1.5. Environmental 6 2.1.6. Legal 6 2.2. Industries and sectors - Analyse Five Forces framework 6 2.2.1. The bargaining power of suppliers 7 2.2.2. The bargaining power of customers 7 2.2.3. Risk of entry by potential competitors 8 2.2.4. Substitutes 8 2.2.5. Rivalry 9 3. Internal environment of Apple 9 3.1. Brand positioning 9 3.2. Life cycle of Apple Inc. Core Product 10 3.3. Finance 10 3.4. Human Resource Process 11 CEO 11 4. Current Strategy 12 4.1. Business-level strategy 12 4.1.1. Differentiation strategy 12 4.1.2. Strategy to manage rivalry 14 4.2. Global Strategy 15 4.2.1. Apple’s foreign operations 15 4.2.2. Global retail stores 16 4.2.3. Brand loyal and value promotion 16 4.2.4. Acquisition strategy 16 4.2.5. Methods used by Apple in order to enter new markets 17 5. Conclusion 18 6. References 19 7. Bibliography 21 8. Appendix 22 9. Group log 25 9.1. First meeting 25 9.2. Second meeting 25 9.3. Third meeting 25 9.4. Fourth meeting 26 9.5. Fifth meeting 26 9.6. Sixth meeting 26 10. Reflection 28 Nguyen Thi Diu 28 Hany Jawad 28 He Miao 28 Hani Elyas 29 Yousaf Khan 29 Abstract Apple made several hugely successful...
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...Responsibilities and Marketing Strategies Tyloria Evans Contemporary Business; 508 Dr. Horner-Smith Strayer University April 25, 2015 Corporate Responsibility and Marketing Strategies In todays society many corporations need the trust of the general public for their survival. Apple, Inc. which has been named #1 on the fortune top ten most admiral companies list has worked hard to gain that trust by producing quality products that appeal to diverse groups. According to Boone/Kurtz (2013), “an organization that wants to prosper over the long term is well advised to consider business ethics” (p.32). Business ethics can be defined as standards of conduct and moral values regarding right and wrong actions in the work environment (p. 32). Not only should a corporation consider business ethics, but it should also take social issues into account as well. Business ethics and social responsibility can work in conjunction to allow a corporation to thrive. These social responsibilities can include how a discussion will affect the work environment, employees, and its customers. Overview of Apple Apple, Inc. is a fortune 500 companies established in 1977 in California. Since 1977 Apple has designed, manufactured and markets mobile communication and media devices, personal computers, and portable digital music players. Apple also sells a variety of related software, services, accessories, networking solutions, and third party digital contents and applications. Apple was founded by Steve...
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...GB520: Strategic Human Resource Management Professor Susan Pettine Kaplan University Apple Inc. Case Study 2008 Apple Inc. Case Analysis Introduction The 2008 Harvard Business Case Study on Apple Inc, describes the illustrious company which is fast becoming the wealthiest company ever with a net worth of $500 billion dollars. It illustrates how the company has had some issues, but still find a way to yet sustain its’ name and position over the years. The status of the company was examined in detail by the article which revealed a number of strategic moves under the leadership of several CEO’s in marketing, the PC industry and the consumer electronics industry. This paper offers an analysis of how I view Apple Inc. using the Strategic Management Process. Therefore, the latter part will offer recommendations of some difficulties Apple Inc. faced as it made successful changes (Slind & Yoffie, 2008). Synopsis (Background) of the Situation April 1, 1976 Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak cofounded Apple Computer in Los Angeles, California from Jobs garage; they built a computer circuit board and named it Apple I. In just a few months they sold 200, in less than three years Apple had annual sales of $1billion which quickly propelled them an industry leader. Apple was thriving to a degree that seemed to be beyond the capacity of Apple computer. Although Mac sales surged in recent years, Apple’s share of the PC market consistently...
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...sapient institute of management studies 2012 Project report on Marketing Mix of Apple Inc. Guided By:- Dr.Vishal Khasgiwala Submitted By:-Hussain RatlamWala Aziz RatlamWala Contents SL no. | Particulars | Page no. | 1 | Introduction of sector | 3 | 2 | Introduction of Company | 4 | 3 | Organization structure | 6 | 4 | The 4 p’s | 7 | 5 | Unique Selling Proposition | 10 | 6 | Comparative analysis | 10 | 7 | Recommendation | 14 | 8 | Conclusion | 16 | Page no (2 of16) IT Industry in India | | | | IT Industry in India comprises hardware, software, and ITES (Information Technology Enabled Services). As per McKinsey-NASSCOM report, India's annual revenue from the IT industry for 2008 has been projected at US $ 87 billion. This includes IT services, software products and services, IT enabled services and e-businesses. The distribution of US $ 87 billion has been worked out as: * IT Services generating a revenue of US $ 38.5 billion * Software products and services contributing with a revenue of US $ 19.5 billion * IT enabled services (ITES) generating a revenue of US $ 19 billion * E-business earning a revenue of US $ 10 billion * Other vital observations of the NASSCOM-McKinsey report about Indian IT industry are: * Of the total Indian exports, IT will constitute 35% * FDI (foreign direct investment) of almost US $ 5 billion will be attracted by the IT industry * Software and services...
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...Apple SWOT Analysis II MGT/521 Management October 31, 2011 Erick Espinosa Abstract Apple is a company that concerned of the environment and has been working for more than 20 years to minimize the impact their products have on the environment. Apple has developed and formulate an environmental policy in 1990 and since then, Apple has continue making their products more energy efficient, eliminating toxic substances. Apple is also the only organization that all the products they sell not only meets but exceeds the firm energy guidelines of the ENERGY STAR specification. In 2009 become the first company to report their total carbon footprint giving the opportunity to their clients to see Apple progress and efforts. Studying the financial statements of Apple investors and also costumers can determinate the health of the company, with the statements investors can decide if is a good investment risk by studying them in depth because the financial statements inform all of the business assets and liabilities and also include information about how much shareholders would receive as dividends from each share of stock. Companies calculate the earnings per share by dividing their net income by the total number of outstanding stock. Apple SWOT Analysis The environment of Apple is unique in this type of industry, because they focus on all the steps that their products pass through, Apple calculate their carbon footprint establishing the impact the company has in the planet...
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... |Marketing Strategy | |Distributed on: | |Hand in Date: |Please refer to the assignment hand-in | | | | |schedule | Instructions on Assessment: Syndicate Group Follow the brief given in each case and prepare a presentation for each company. You should carry out your own research using academic journals for theories as well as market reports etc for external analysis. Every group member should contribute to the presentation, which should be about 20 minutes (2-3 mins/participant plus 5 – 10 mins for questions) and include the use of one or two PowerPoint posters. Note: that each member of the group should be prepared to answer questions and take part in a discussion following the presentation. Case Study 1: Apple Inc,’s iPhone: Can iPhone Maintain its Initial Momentum? (Ghauri and Cateora, 2010, p626) Brief: 1. Carry out a SWOT analysis for the iPhone with special attention to its pricing policies; comparing these strategies with product life cycle issues in different markets. Use the case study and the internet to collect information. 2. There has been much controversy over Apple’s pricing strategies regarding the iPhone. Research various international pricing strategies available for Apple and recommend...
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...CASE STUDY - SONY CORPORATION A record number of Sony Corporation shareholders, total 9,500, gathered in a posh hotel in Tokyo on 27th June 2012 waited anxiously for the new chief to reveal revival plan and strategies for Sony. This was Kazuo Hirai‘s first interaction with the share holders. Board of Sony Corporation had announced him as the new Chief Executive in February 2012 and he had taken over charge in April 2012. Kazuo Hirai, 51 years old new CEO, first asked the outgoing American national CEO and now the Chairman of Board Howard Stringer to talk the shareholders. Howard Stringer British born American national CEO of Sony Corporation from 2005 to 2012 deeply regretted the record loss of 457 billion yen ($ 5.75 billion) for the year 2011- 2012. According to Stringer, the poor performance of the current year was a result of the earth quake in Japan and the floods in Thailand. Shareholders became increasingly restless, one share holder shouted at the peak of his voice: ―Stringer, how can you justify your salary of $ 3 million per year. The company has been losing money since 2005 and you have been drawing such huge salaries and only talking‖. Another old share holder stated: ―the share price of Sony stock is now only 10% of Samsung‘s share price, and 2% of Apple Inc.‘s. This is your performance Howard Stringer for Sony Corporation.‖ He also questioned why Stringer had been retained as the Chairman of the Board This case has been prepared on real...
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...Table of Contents Executive Summary 5 Marketing Strategy 6 Background 6 Company 6 Products 7 Situational Analysis 7 Market Share 8 Goals 8 Strategy 9 SWOT Analysis 9 Strengths 10 Weaknesses 11 Opportunities 11 Threats 12 Customers 12 Competitors 14 Positioning 14 Competitor Market Share 15 Collaborators 15 Role of Partnerships 15 Complimentary Businesses 16 Climate 16 Political/Legal 16 Economic 16 Technological 17 Social/Cultural 17 Issues Analysis 17 Personal Computer Market 17 New Products 17 International Operations 18 Digital rights management system (DRM) 18 eBusiness Models 18 Market Research and Market Intelligence 20 Marketing Strategy 25 Tactical e-Marketing and Communications Planning 28 Tactical Approach 28 Product 28 Promotion 29 Price 31 Place 31 Use of Technology 31 Delivery Mechanism 34 Flexible manufacturing plants 34 Supplier Relationship Management. 35 Channel Management 36 Marketing Communications 37 Developing an Integrated Marketing Communications Plan 37 Overarching Goals of the Plan 38 Message Development 38 Communication Media, Venues, and Campaign Elements 39 Tactical Marketing Plan Elements 40 Regulation and Ethics Issues 45 Responding to Regulation and Ethics Issues 46 Assessing E-Marketing Effectiveness 47 Conclusion 50 References 51 List of Figures Figure 1 - Porter's Five Forces Analysis Framework 22 Figure 2 - Comparative Competitor Specifications 23 Figure 3 ' Online Advertising Tracking...
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