Essays and Research Papers on Miscellaneous Issues in Business

This 19-page paper provides a detailed analysis of the U.S. airline industry in areas such as competition, environment, customers and so on. Also addressed are security issues and labor costs. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 9 page paper. The question is the impact of the Internet on consumer electronics stores. To discuss the topic, the essay discusses what was happening in 1994 and 1995 in this retail sector, the challenges, the substitutes and the threats to small electronics stores. The essay then discusses the most recent holiday data regarding ...

A 3 page paper. A strategic audit is a comprehensive analysis. This essay presents three components in that analysis: core competencies, performance and value chain. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper that begins with a definition of corporate social responsibility/corporate citizenship. The essay then presents arguments for and against the practice. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

An 8 page paper. Based on a Harvard Case study, the writer presents an executive summary, an introduction, a synopsis of problems, strengths, weaknesses and threats and recommendations with justification. By 1984, many analysts wondered if Disney was about to collapse. It was said that Disney had not kept up with the times. It has ...

A 4 page paper. In March 2004, Coca-Cola's Dasani bottled water came under attack twice in the United Kingdom. This essay explains the charges that brought Coke to recall 500,00 bottles of water and to delay the launch of this water in two other European countries. The essay reports the response from Coca-Cola. The writer ...

An 11 page paper. The issue is to justify an investor investing $1 million in real estate rather than stocks and bonds. The paper begins with real-life examples of individuals who have enjoyed very high returns on their real estate investments. Average rates of return for real estate as compared to some other types of ...

This 6 page paper is based on a case study supplied by the student. The paper answers three questions assessing the financial performance of the company, the way that environmental forces are felt by the business, using Porters Five Forces model as a framework. The last part of the paper looks at the business level ...

This 14 page paper considers the way innovation manifests and in challenged at the well known electronics company Samsung. The paper considers the company itself and how innovation is seen. The paper then looks at the national systems of innovation that impact on the culture, before examining innovation though the way resources are used, human ...

A 2.5 page paper that provides a work breakdown structure and time-phased budget for purchasing and installing a new software program. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 26 page paper focuses on these three media conglomerates. Today's global media is dominated by eight or nine companies, which gives these companies significant influence and power in all aspects of the society, including politics. Four questions are explored: the breadth of the companies, their influence, the FCC's role in their growth, and where ...

This 4 page paper examines entry threats. First, the concept is defined. Then two industries are discussed : contracting such as plumbing or electricity, and real estate. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 3 page paper. As the world's #1 fast-food restaurant, it is not surprising that McDonalds's is associated with American culture. This essay discusses this statement. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page paper which criticizes the entrepreneurship of Andrew S. Grove. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 20 page paper looks at four questions asked by the student regarding the building of the M6 toll road in the UK. The first question considers how roods such as this will benefit companies and help realised economies of scale. The second looks at how the road building could be funded and if the ...

A 3 page paper that provides a brief overview of this company, including revenue, ownership, equipment and presence in the market. The essay reports two marketing tactics that involve alliances with Delta Air. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 6 page paper examines this book and provides a critque of the material. More specifically, this paper responds to the model that March and Simon present in regards to employee turnover. Bibliography lists 1 source.

Case analysis of Sandy Ward's VIP team at AT&T and its affect on bringing about the restructuring of the Dallas manufacturing plant. The case is provided by Harvard Business School. The analysis provides recommendations for Sandy Ward's team. Bibliography list 4 sources. jvSWard.rtf

Eastman Kodak has recently decided to remake itself because it has been losing sales and market share in photo imaging during the last decade. It will be important for Eastman Kodak to diversify further by entering additional markets with a range of products, in terms of quality finishing. These should include expanding the digital camera, ...

There are many rules to playing golf, but success, as many pros will say, comes from technique, and integrating techniques. The following are just a few. Tips include those from Pat Davis on putting, and long shot tips on sand wedge, driving properly, and pitching the green. Bibliography lists 9 sources. jvGolf.rtf

This 6-page paper provides an overview on 2004 trends (and prospects) in the area of commercial real estate. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 10 page paper. The Coca-Cola Company has been the world's largest producer of carbonated soft drinks for many years. It holds that position through diversification, development of new products, creating new markets, and market penetration. This essay reports and discusses the company's marketing mix, how they target niche markets, and how they position the ...

This 3 page paper evaluates Boeing and how it has changed its strategy since the acquisition of McDonnell Douglas. Some company background is included. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 18 page paper. Beginning as a clerk at the NYSE more than 36 years ago, Dick Grasso worked his way up to become Charmin and CEO of the NYSE. He led the NYSE to outstanding performance during his tenure. Some of his many accomplishments are reported. The compensation negotiations in 2003 resulted in a ...

This 20 page paper helps the student write a paper on the relationship between an ergonomic workplace environment and productivity. The paper analyses the results of a fictitious survey to assess the impact of ergonomic design on workplace productivity. Three hundred surveys are sent out to staff in a bank, some of which work ...