We had to present a PPT on why Alphabet was created and whether was it a wise decision to diversify.
The content as well is self written.
The Complete PPT was made by --- Shreyas Sinha [ including the animation, content and the Formula ]
Group 10 presented on Alphabet Inc. Key points include:
- Alphabet was created in 2015 through the restructuring of Google.
- The restructuring allowed Google to own diverse subsidiaries under one corporate structure to create more value.
- Alphabet uses a decentralized structure to improve productivity but it can lose control and create different agendas.
- Alphabet's corporate governance, including dual class shares, is controversial as it gives insiders disproportionate voting power but protects entrepreneurial management.
- Edgar Newell started Newell Company in 1902 through the acquisition of a curtain rod manufacturer.
- Dan Ferguson crafted a growth strategy of acquiring companies to expand Newell's product line.
- In the late 1990s, Newell faced challenges from increased customer buying power and consolidation in the retail industry.
- Newell acquired Calphalon and Rubbermaid but integrating the large Rubbermaid presented challenges due to its size, reputation, and operations that could impact Newell's strategy.
The Tata Group, an Indian multinational conglomerate, adopted a strategy of international expansion through global acquisitions under the leadership of Ratan Tata. As several Tata companies faced challenges from domestic market saturation and regulations in the 1990s, the group pursued acquisitions to diversify and achieve growth in foreign markets. Major Tata acquisitions included Tetley Tea, Corus Steel, Jaguar Land Rover, and several hotel brands. These global acquisitions transformed the Tata Group into one of the largest and most diverse international business groups in India.
Three deaths were reported in late September 1982 in the Chicago suburbs from cyanide poisoning after ingesting Extra-Strength Tylenol capsules. The next day, one more death occurred and the cause was confirmed to be cyanide poisoning from the Tylenol capsules. James Burke, the CEO of Johnson & Johnson, took charge of the crisis management at the corporate level after it was determined that cyanide was the cause of death in the contaminated Tylenol capsules from a specific batch manufactured at a McNeil plant.
The Walt Disney: The Entertainment KingAnuj Poddar
This case is comprised of the company's history, from 1923 to 2001. The Walt years are described, as is the company's decline after his death and its resurgence under Eisner, some topics are devoted to Eisner's strategic challenges in 2001: managing synergy, managing the brand, and managing creativity. The case was written by Michael G. Rukstad and David Collis
The case was uploaded with a Walt Disney font, but Slideshare was not able to detect that
Aqualisa Quartz - Simply A Better Shower (HBR Case Study)Arjun Parekh
The document discusses Aqualisa's Quartz shower valve which was intended to improve on existing shower technologies but struggled initially. It provides details on the UK shower market, Aqualisa's distribution channels, and the development of the Quartz valve. While the Quartz valve had technological advantages, plumbers were wary of innovation and it was priced too high. As a result, few units sold in the first few months through trade shops and showrooms.
Cisco implemented Oracle's ERP software to address deteriorating legacy systems. A 100-person team selected Oracle over other vendors. The implementation used rapid prototyping through "conference room pilots" to configure the software for Cisco's needs. While go-live faced hardware and capacity issues, strong vendor support stabilized the system within 3 months, concluding a successful ERP implementation.
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Group 10 presented on Alphabet Inc. Key points include:
- Alphabet was created in 2015 through the restructuring of Google.
- The restructuring allowed Google to own diverse subsidiaries under one corporate structure to create more value.
- Alphabet uses a decentralized structure to improve productivity but it can lose control and create different agendas.
- Alphabet's corporate governance, including dual class shares, is controversial as it gives insiders disproportionate voting power but protects entrepreneurial management.
- Edgar Newell started Newell Company in 1902 through the acquisition of a curtain rod manufacturer.
- Dan Ferguson crafted a growth strategy of acquiring companies to expand Newell's product line.
- In the late 1990s, Newell faced challenges from increased customer buying power and consolidation in the retail industry.
- Newell acquired Calphalon and Rubbermaid but integrating the large Rubbermaid presented challenges due to its size, reputation, and operations that could impact Newell's strategy.
The Tata Group, an Indian multinational conglomerate, adopted a strategy of international expansion through global acquisitions under the leadership of Ratan Tata. As several Tata companies faced challenges from domestic market saturation and regulations in the 1990s, the group pursued acquisitions to diversify and achieve growth in foreign markets. Major Tata acquisitions included Tetley Tea, Corus Steel, Jaguar Land Rover, and several hotel brands. These global acquisitions transformed the Tata Group into one of the largest and most diverse international business groups in India.
Three deaths were reported in late September 1982 in the Chicago suburbs from cyanide poisoning after ingesting Extra-Strength Tylenol capsules. The next day, one more death occurred and the cause was confirmed to be cyanide poisoning from the Tylenol capsules. James Burke, the CEO of Johnson & Johnson, took charge of the crisis management at the corporate level after it was determined that cyanide was the cause of death in the contaminated Tylenol capsules from a specific batch manufactured at a McNeil plant.
The Walt Disney: The Entertainment KingAnuj Poddar
This case is comprised of the company's history, from 1923 to 2001. The Walt years are described, as is the company's decline after his death and its resurgence under Eisner, some topics are devoted to Eisner's strategic challenges in 2001: managing synergy, managing the brand, and managing creativity. The case was written by Michael G. Rukstad and David Collis
The case was uploaded with a Walt Disney font, but Slideshare was not able to detect that
Aqualisa Quartz - Simply A Better Shower (HBR Case Study)Arjun Parekh
The document discusses Aqualisa's Quartz shower valve which was intended to improve on existing shower technologies but struggled initially. It provides details on the UK shower market, Aqualisa's distribution channels, and the development of the Quartz valve. While the Quartz valve had technological advantages, plumbers were wary of innovation and it was priced too high. As a result, few units sold in the first few months through trade shops and showrooms.
Cisco implemented Oracle's ERP software to address deteriorating legacy systems. A 100-person team selected Oracle over other vendors. The implementation used rapid prototyping through "conference room pilots" to configure the software for Cisco's needs. While go-live faced hardware and capacity issues, strong vendor support stabilized the system within 3 months, concluding a successful ERP implementation.
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D.Light is a social enterprise that provides solar lamps to people in developing countries without access to modern electricity. It was founded in 2007 and targets the base of the pyramid population. D.Light experienced issues with brand awareness and convincing customers accustomed to kerosene to purchase unfamiliar solar technology. However, the lamps provide clear benefits like no recurring costs and allow for extended working and studying hours. As of 2014, D.Light has empowered over 37 million lives and generated over 53,000 MWh of renewable energy, saving customers over $1 billion and creating over 13 billion productive hours. Proposed solutions to further D.Light's impact include introducing cheaper LED options, running awareness campaigns, partnering with local governments, and providing
Atlantic Computer manufactures servers and high-tech products. It dominates the traditional server market but seeks to enter the growing basic server market. It developed the Tronn server and PESA software to accelerate Tronn's speed by 4 times. Atlantic must determine pricing for the Tronn-PESA bundle. Four options are analyzed: 1) include PESA for free 2) price competitively against main rival Ontario 3) use cost-plus pricing 4) value-in-use pricing sharing savings. The analysis recommends value-in-use pricing to demonstrate value to customers while allowing for potential profit sharing that benefits both parties.
Ducati has built its brand image as the sports bike manufacturer. Ducati has captured a huge portion of the market in all four categories of the sports bike. They concentrate on dominating a niche Performance-driven motorcycles, lighter frame, forward-leaning eat position, significant handling capabilities, on the other hand, luxury of comfort is sacrificed. However, in the current business situation, Ducati is facing a high competition from its rival bike manufacturers in heavy and cursing bike categories. Customer’s perception regarding repeat acquiring a bike from the same manufacturer has changed since 2000. “Exhibit 16” shows that customers of Harley-Davidson and BMW are more interested in buying bikes from them repeatedly, which is increasing the competition for Ducati to retain its current customers. Ducati is showing a steady growth and profits in its relevant market, but it is not enough to sustain in the industry for a longer period. Hence, the main issues are potential stagnant growth for the company. Should Ducati enter the cruiser market? Will entering the cruiser segment, and broadening Ducati's traditional niche, help them sustain the profitable growth of the organization?
The document discusses Dell's direct sales model and competitive strategy. It summarizes Dell's history and growth founded on direct sales to customers. It analyzes Dell's competitors who struggled to copy the direct model. The document also reviews Dell's market share, competitive strengths, and provides recommendations to expand products, markets, and diversify through acquisitions for long-term growth.
In August 2000, P&G introduced one of its kind product Crest Whitestrips, readily available online and through dentist offices
P&G claims that the new products are 10 times more effective than the Colgate Tartar Control Whitening Within two years P&G captured more than 80% of the share market. Colgate made a come back in August 2002 with Simply White. Colgate’s USP was that it focused on convenience and lower price. One month after introduction Simply White captures half the market with Crest Whitestrips losing 50% of its market share.
TerraCog is facing issues launching its new GPS product with satellite imagery, Project Aerial. There are conflicts between departments over price and design. Emma Richardson must decide whether to launch as planned, cancel and redesign, or cancel altogether. The analysis recommends canceling the launch to redesign and hit the market with a superior product that maintains quality without compromising on price or speed. Emma should improve cross-department communication and motivation to align on a new vision before relaunching.
Procter & Gamble is one of the fastest and largest growing consumer market.
Case Study examines journey of P&G for Light Duty liquid Detergents in various aspects like promotion and development.
The document summarizes Procter & Gamble's organizational changes over time. It focuses on the "Organization 2005" restructuring program introduced by CEO Durk Jager which aimed to accelerate sales and innovation by structuring P&G into three global organizations based around products, geographies, and business processes. However, the changes led to missed earnings targets, loss of market share, and reduced employee morale as jobs were cut. While the goals were to promote innovation and speed, a lack of immediate results and confrontational leadership style created problems. Recommendations include building employee buy-in through communication, shaping culture to fit the strategic needs, and giving local management flexibility while maintaining global standards.
Seth Horkum is the strongest candidate for the position at RSH. He has extensive experience as a top-rated sell-side analyst, strong industry knowledge of PowerChip, a commitment to loyalty, and good communication skills. While all candidates have strengths, Seth is the top-ranked by Institutional Investor, has close relationships with companies, and is eager to join and prove himself at RSH. The hiring process could be improved by giving candidates a virtual project to demonstrate their skills and organizing a debate for them to distinguish themselves.
Nucor is considering building a new steel mill. The CEO is concerned about committing to the project given resource constraints and whether CSP technology will remain viable long-term. An analysis of Nucor's strengths in administration, employee relations and operations was presented. Weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in the US steel market were also reviewed. Nucor will decide on the project based on criteria requiring 100% commitment of previous capital, 25% ROA within 5 years, and maintaining debt-equity below 30%.
The document discusses the cola wars between Coca-Cola and Pepsi from 1970 to 2010. It describes how consumption of carbonated soft drinks grew steadily at 3% annually from 1970 to 2000 due to increasing availability, new diet and flavored varieties, and declining prices. While Coca-Cola and Pepsi dominated the cola segment, their market share has declined in recent years as consumers have shifted to healthier beverage alternatives like water, juice, and sports drinks. Both companies have adapted by expanding their product portfolios internationally and acquiring companies in the snack and beverage industries to sustain profits in the face of flattening carbonated soft drink demand.
The document discusses a strategic review proposal for Egon Zehnder International. It provides background on the company, including that it operates as one firm with a partner-based structure and fixed fee model. It then outlines areas the strategic review would provide clarity on, such as strengths/weaknesses and future direction. Various strategic options are presented, including market penetration, product development, market development and diversification. A competitive analysis notes alternatives like internet-based searches and job placement sites. The review would examine political, economic, social and technological factors. A strategy diamond outlines arenas, vehicles, staging, differentiators and economic logic. Recommendations include using the internet to complement services, altering the partner to non-partner ratio
Thomas Green recently joined Dynamic Displays as an Account Executive and has quickly been promoted due to his success in securing a large contract. However, he has developed a poor working relationship with his superior, Frank Davis, the Marketing Director. Green challenges Davis' authority and fails to provide updates or back up his claims with data as requested. He also works individually rather than collaborating with the team. Going forward, Green needs to improve his marketing knowledge, build trust with Davis and his team through communication and collaboration, and take responsibility for his mistakes.
the Alcatel-Lucent bootcamp is a famous intrapreneurial initiative put in place a few years ago. Olivier Leclerc is supervizing it. He gave the presentation at the Intrapreneurship Conference 2012 (Paris, Dec 13)
The document analyzes the motorcycle industry and Ducati's position within it, discussing key segments, customers, technology, manufacturing, distribution channels, and competitors like Harley Davidson. It describes Ducati's turnaround under new leadership, focusing on improving products, engineering, and branding to grow market share beyond ultra-high performance bikes. Finally, it considers whether Ducati should expand into new segments like cruisers or maintain focus on its core high-performance brand and customers.
This document presents a case study on Dell and its business model. It summarizes Dell's history starting as a small PC company in 1984 and adopting a build-to-order model. It analyzes how Dell's low inventory model saved it significant capital compared to competitors. The document also examines how Dell funded its growth internally in the mid-1990s through increasing asset efficiency, reducing liabilities, and decreasing short-term investments. Finally, it provides a forecast for Dell's performance in 1997.
Presentation on 'Competing on Resources', article by David J. Collins & Cynth...Himanshu Arora
This document summarizes the resource-based view of strategy. It discusses:
1. The evolution of strategic theories from focusing on industry structure to recognizing the importance of a firm's internal resources.
2. How the resource-based view sees firms as collections of tangible and intangible assets that determine effectiveness and competitive advantage.
3. Five tests to determine if a resource is competitively valuable - inimitability, durability, appropriability, substitutability, and competitive superiority.
4. Strategic implications around identifying, investing in, upgrading, and leveraging resources to meet the five tests and gain competitive advantage.
Feedback is important for self-improvement and growth. It allows individuals to understand how their actions are perceived by others and make adjustments to maximize their strengths and minimize weaknesses. At Morgan Stanley, feedback is an important part of the performance review process to help employees enhance their skills and value.
House of Tata: Acquiring a Global FootprintAbhigyan Singh
The 134-year-old Tata Group with 95 operating companies (31 of them publicly traded) and 230,000 employees, it is India's largest private-sector employer, its biggest taxpayer, and its greatest foreign-exchange earner.
This document discusses strategies used by the Tata Group to maintain control over its companies while encouraging growth. It notes that Tata developed managers through scholarships and rotations within companies. It promoted ethics and common values through a unified brand while allowing diversification. The group debated whether to prioritize new opportunities or tighter control as companies grew. It also addressed how selling some units and investing proceeds in others could boost focus and funding while maintaining overall group strength.
Google has shifted its strategy under Alphabet to focus on AI, cloud services, and disciplining "moonshots". It is pushing into cloud/hardware for revenue growth beyond advertising. An "AI-first" approach is being applied across its businesses. Areas of focus include AR/VR, autonomous vehicles, and digital health. Acquisitions have picked up again in mobile hardware, enterprise cloud, and other sectors. GV has pulled out of seed-stage deals to focus on later-stage investments.
This document is a case study submitted by Aowrongajeb Chowdhury to Dr. Patrick Foong at Regent International Education Group on a cross-cultural framework. It addresses three questions: 1) What influences Google's strategy development? Key influences are trends, competition, technology, and culture. 2) What are the strengths and weaknesses of Google's approach? Strengths include peer evaluation, employee freedom, and highly qualified staff. Weaknesses are difficulty controlling projects and over-diversification. 3) Is Google's approach transferable? It could work for large companies but not small ones due to lack of management experience and financial resources.
D.Light is a social enterprise that provides solar lamps to people in developing countries without access to modern electricity. It was founded in 2007 and targets the base of the pyramid population. D.Light experienced issues with brand awareness and convincing customers accustomed to kerosene to purchase unfamiliar solar technology. However, the lamps provide clear benefits like no recurring costs and allow for extended working and studying hours. As of 2014, D.Light has empowered over 37 million lives and generated over 53,000 MWh of renewable energy, saving customers over $1 billion and creating over 13 billion productive hours. Proposed solutions to further D.Light's impact include introducing cheaper LED options, running awareness campaigns, partnering with local governments, and providing
Atlantic Computer manufactures servers and high-tech products. It dominates the traditional server market but seeks to enter the growing basic server market. It developed the Tronn server and PESA software to accelerate Tronn's speed by 4 times. Atlantic must determine pricing for the Tronn-PESA bundle. Four options are analyzed: 1) include PESA for free 2) price competitively against main rival Ontario 3) use cost-plus pricing 4) value-in-use pricing sharing savings. The analysis recommends value-in-use pricing to demonstrate value to customers while allowing for potential profit sharing that benefits both parties.
Ducati has built its brand image as the sports bike manufacturer. Ducati has captured a huge portion of the market in all four categories of the sports bike. They concentrate on dominating a niche Performance-driven motorcycles, lighter frame, forward-leaning eat position, significant handling capabilities, on the other hand, luxury of comfort is sacrificed. However, in the current business situation, Ducati is facing a high competition from its rival bike manufacturers in heavy and cursing bike categories. Customer’s perception regarding repeat acquiring a bike from the same manufacturer has changed since 2000. “Exhibit 16” shows that customers of Harley-Davidson and BMW are more interested in buying bikes from them repeatedly, which is increasing the competition for Ducati to retain its current customers. Ducati is showing a steady growth and profits in its relevant market, but it is not enough to sustain in the industry for a longer period. Hence, the main issues are potential stagnant growth for the company. Should Ducati enter the cruiser market? Will entering the cruiser segment, and broadening Ducati's traditional niche, help them sustain the profitable growth of the organization?
The document discusses Dell's direct sales model and competitive strategy. It summarizes Dell's history and growth founded on direct sales to customers. It analyzes Dell's competitors who struggled to copy the direct model. The document also reviews Dell's market share, competitive strengths, and provides recommendations to expand products, markets, and diversify through acquisitions for long-term growth.
In August 2000, P&G introduced one of its kind product Crest Whitestrips, readily available online and through dentist offices
P&G claims that the new products are 10 times more effective than the Colgate Tartar Control Whitening Within two years P&G captured more than 80% of the share market. Colgate made a come back in August 2002 with Simply White. Colgate’s USP was that it focused on convenience and lower price. One month after introduction Simply White captures half the market with Crest Whitestrips losing 50% of its market share.
TerraCog is facing issues launching its new GPS product with satellite imagery, Project Aerial. There are conflicts between departments over price and design. Emma Richardson must decide whether to launch as planned, cancel and redesign, or cancel altogether. The analysis recommends canceling the launch to redesign and hit the market with a superior product that maintains quality without compromising on price or speed. Emma should improve cross-department communication and motivation to align on a new vision before relaunching.
Procter & Gamble is one of the fastest and largest growing consumer market.
Case Study examines journey of P&G for Light Duty liquid Detergents in various aspects like promotion and development.
The document summarizes Procter & Gamble's organizational changes over time. It focuses on the "Organization 2005" restructuring program introduced by CEO Durk Jager which aimed to accelerate sales and innovation by structuring P&G into three global organizations based around products, geographies, and business processes. However, the changes led to missed earnings targets, loss of market share, and reduced employee morale as jobs were cut. While the goals were to promote innovation and speed, a lack of immediate results and confrontational leadership style created problems. Recommendations include building employee buy-in through communication, shaping culture to fit the strategic needs, and giving local management flexibility while maintaining global standards.
Seth Horkum is the strongest candidate for the position at RSH. He has extensive experience as a top-rated sell-side analyst, strong industry knowledge of PowerChip, a commitment to loyalty, and good communication skills. While all candidates have strengths, Seth is the top-ranked by Institutional Investor, has close relationships with companies, and is eager to join and prove himself at RSH. The hiring process could be improved by giving candidates a virtual project to demonstrate their skills and organizing a debate for them to distinguish themselves.
Nucor is considering building a new steel mill. The CEO is concerned about committing to the project given resource constraints and whether CSP technology will remain viable long-term. An analysis of Nucor's strengths in administration, employee relations and operations was presented. Weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in the US steel market were also reviewed. Nucor will decide on the project based on criteria requiring 100% commitment of previous capital, 25% ROA within 5 years, and maintaining debt-equity below 30%.
The document discusses the cola wars between Coca-Cola and Pepsi from 1970 to 2010. It describes how consumption of carbonated soft drinks grew steadily at 3% annually from 1970 to 2000 due to increasing availability, new diet and flavored varieties, and declining prices. While Coca-Cola and Pepsi dominated the cola segment, their market share has declined in recent years as consumers have shifted to healthier beverage alternatives like water, juice, and sports drinks. Both companies have adapted by expanding their product portfolios internationally and acquiring companies in the snack and beverage industries to sustain profits in the face of flattening carbonated soft drink demand.
The document discusses a strategic review proposal for Egon Zehnder International. It provides background on the company, including that it operates as one firm with a partner-based structure and fixed fee model. It then outlines areas the strategic review would provide clarity on, such as strengths/weaknesses and future direction. Various strategic options are presented, including market penetration, product development, market development and diversification. A competitive analysis notes alternatives like internet-based searches and job placement sites. The review would examine political, economic, social and technological factors. A strategy diamond outlines arenas, vehicles, staging, differentiators and economic logic. Recommendations include using the internet to complement services, altering the partner to non-partner ratio
Thomas Green recently joined Dynamic Displays as an Account Executive and has quickly been promoted due to his success in securing a large contract. However, he has developed a poor working relationship with his superior, Frank Davis, the Marketing Director. Green challenges Davis' authority and fails to provide updates or back up his claims with data as requested. He also works individually rather than collaborating with the team. Going forward, Green needs to improve his marketing knowledge, build trust with Davis and his team through communication and collaboration, and take responsibility for his mistakes.
the Alcatel-Lucent bootcamp is a famous intrapreneurial initiative put in place a few years ago. Olivier Leclerc is supervizing it. He gave the presentation at the Intrapreneurship Conference 2012 (Paris, Dec 13)
The document analyzes the motorcycle industry and Ducati's position within it, discussing key segments, customers, technology, manufacturing, distribution channels, and competitors like Harley Davidson. It describes Ducati's turnaround under new leadership, focusing on improving products, engineering, and branding to grow market share beyond ultra-high performance bikes. Finally, it considers whether Ducati should expand into new segments like cruisers or maintain focus on its core high-performance brand and customers.
This document presents a case study on Dell and its business model. It summarizes Dell's history starting as a small PC company in 1984 and adopting a build-to-order model. It analyzes how Dell's low inventory model saved it significant capital compared to competitors. The document also examines how Dell funded its growth internally in the mid-1990s through increasing asset efficiency, reducing liabilities, and decreasing short-term investments. Finally, it provides a forecast for Dell's performance in 1997.
Presentation on 'Competing on Resources', article by David J. Collins & Cynth...Himanshu Arora
This document summarizes the resource-based view of strategy. It discusses:
1. The evolution of strategic theories from focusing on industry structure to recognizing the importance of a firm's internal resources.
2. How the resource-based view sees firms as collections of tangible and intangible assets that determine effectiveness and competitive advantage.
3. Five tests to determine if a resource is competitively valuable - inimitability, durability, appropriability, substitutability, and competitive superiority.
4. Strategic implications around identifying, investing in, upgrading, and leveraging resources to meet the five tests and gain competitive advantage.
Feedback is important for self-improvement and growth. It allows individuals to understand how their actions are perceived by others and make adjustments to maximize their strengths and minimize weaknesses. At Morgan Stanley, feedback is an important part of the performance review process to help employees enhance their skills and value.
House of Tata: Acquiring a Global FootprintAbhigyan Singh
The 134-year-old Tata Group with 95 operating companies (31 of them publicly traded) and 230,000 employees, it is India's largest private-sector employer, its biggest taxpayer, and its greatest foreign-exchange earner.
This document discusses strategies used by the Tata Group to maintain control over its companies while encouraging growth. It notes that Tata developed managers through scholarships and rotations within companies. It promoted ethics and common values through a unified brand while allowing diversification. The group debated whether to prioritize new opportunities or tighter control as companies grew. It also addressed how selling some units and investing proceeds in others could boost focus and funding while maintaining overall group strength.
Google has shifted its strategy under Alphabet to focus on AI, cloud services, and disciplining "moonshots". It is pushing into cloud/hardware for revenue growth beyond advertising. An "AI-first" approach is being applied across its businesses. Areas of focus include AR/VR, autonomous vehicles, and digital health. Acquisitions have picked up again in mobile hardware, enterprise cloud, and other sectors. GV has pulled out of seed-stage deals to focus on later-stage investments.
This document is a case study submitted by Aowrongajeb Chowdhury to Dr. Patrick Foong at Regent International Education Group on a cross-cultural framework. It addresses three questions: 1) What influences Google's strategy development? Key influences are trends, competition, technology, and culture. 2) What are the strengths and weaknesses of Google's approach? Strengths include peer evaluation, employee freedom, and highly qualified staff. Weaknesses are difficulty controlling projects and over-diversification. 3) Is Google's approach transferable? It could work for large companies but not small ones due to lack of management experience and financial resources.
This document discusses strategic planning techniques for Autoglass Company. It begins by outlining Autoglass's mission, vision, objectives and core competencies. It then reviews vital issues in Autoglass's strategic planning, including analyzing strategies using Ansoff's Growth Matrix. Three planning techniques are explained for Autoglass: PIMS, BCG Growth Matrix, and SPACE Matrix. An organizational audit of Autoglass is provided using a SWOT analysis. Environmental audits using PESTLE analysis and Porter's 5 Forces are also carried out. The significance of stakeholder analysis for Autoglass is explained. Finally, possible growth strategies for Autoglass relating to substantive growth, limited growth and retrenchment are analyzed.
Google Recommendations and Implementations Strategiesgbrynza
This group paper was written in my Managing Organizations class with Dr. Chio at the University of Washington Tacoma. This paper describes the recommendations and implementation strategies to be taken when the SWOT Analysis of Google was revealed.
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3-In what ways should Googles approach to strategy development change in the future?
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Google's core brand values are focused on universal access to information and empowering employees to drive innovation. While Google has built successful technologies and products, the company needs to redefine its mission and brand to stay relevant as its role has expanded beyond just information access. Taking on Microsoft in cloud computing and Apple in smartphones allows Google to challenge monopolies, provide more customer choice, and help Google redefine its vision through new product involvement.
John Greig has experience transforming underperforming businesses in the fintech sector. He discusses common mistakes of startup founders, such as lacking a clear vision and commercial plan. Greig also outlines the typical steps to transform an ailing business, including creating a case for change, communicating a new vision/strategy, and building changes into standard operations. When launching a new startup, Greig recommends focusing on culture, customer service, and validating the business model through customer purchase orders.
Case 1 Alphabet Inc Reorganizing Google CASE 1 AlphaTawnaDelatorrejs
Google restructured itself in 2015 by creating a new holding company called Alphabet Inc. This separated Google's core businesses like search, YouTube, and Android from its non-core "moonshot" projects in areas like self-driving cars, healthcare, and internet access. The reorganization was intended to increase transparency and accountability by separating financial reporting for the core and non-core businesses. It also gave the non-core businesses greater independence. However, critics questioned if the restructuring would make the businesses stronger or more profitable.
Understanding the significance of global expansion in Google's business strategy. This slide will showcase the company's international growth and its impact on revenue and market presence.
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The changes that were first seen at Apple were in 1997 when Steve Jobs returned to the company. He generally changes the course of the company by simplifying things through his collaboration with Jonathan Ives. They generally grafted a very special design aesthetic for Apple(Daft& Sandburg, 2000).In a period of 4 years after coming back to the company‚ he was able to distill the company’s product matrix into pro desktop‚ pro notebook‚ consumer notebook‚ and consumer desk top. He also eliminated competitions in the company’s management that existed in product development process. This played a very important part in enabling the company to change its course in a quick manner in response to technological changes‚ changes in users‚ changes in markets‚ and the general changes that were going on around the world at that time. He generally changed the company’s hardware strategy. It was through his leadership that the company was able to bring products such as iPod‚ iPhone‚ and the iPad. However‚ under the leadership of Tim Cook the company has also undergone some remarkable changes.
Apple‚ Inc. has undergone considerable amount of change since the time when Tim Cook took over as the CEO from the former CEO Steve Jobs. It is important to note that Cook has tried as much as possible to maintain the unique corporate culture of Apple while taking the company through a term of organizational change.In general terms‚ under the leadership of Cook‚ Apple has become more corporate compared to the time when it was under the leadership of Steve jobs. It is also important to point out that since the time that Cook took over the leadership of the company the company has generally gone up by a market value the is approximately $140 billion.
One of the areas where Cook has stressed in the company is the enhancement of operational efficiency. The company’s has been faced with a breakage of the warehouses‚ factories‚ and suppliers when he joined the company in 1998. He generally strengthened the company’s corporation with the contract manufacturers aboard and mainly the ones in China. The other important organizational changes that have been stressed on by the company’s CEO are the ones that would aid in increasing collaboration across software‚ hardware‚ and services. In the year 2012‚ the company made executive management changes that were aimed at increasing collaboration between its world-class software‚ hardware‚ and service teams. Part of those changes involved some members of the executive management‚ such asCraig Fderrighi‚ Eddy Cue‚ Bob Mansfield‚ and Jony Ive adding more responsibilities to their various roles in the company.It is important to point out that most of these changes that were brought into the company’s executive management and their teams were aimed at strengthening the services an.
Performance improvement initiatives – whether under the banner of Six Sigma, Lean or any other methodology label – are fragile. Not all of them survive. Not all of them realize their potential. In fact, if there’s one thing of which we can all be certain, it is that initiatives don’t last - at least, not as
initiatives. They either become embedded into the standard set of management practices within the company or they die.
Driving innovation is not an easy task. It is what companies all over the world strive for. Ensuring you don’t lose sight of the guidelines will help you run an effective innovation program. Here are 6 rules for corporate innovation.
Google's vision is to provide access to the world's information in one click. Its mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. Google's objectives are to push the limits of technology to provide a fast, accurate, easy-to-use search service and improve infrastructure while expanding workforce, markets, and developing new products like Gmail, Google Drive, and advertising services. Google's strategy involves earning money primarily through advertising, enticing people to use services that deliver ads or collect user data to improve ad targeting, and allowing employees to experiment with new projects.
PLEASE HELP WITH AN INTRODUCTION and Conclusion!! Thank you so much.pdfaioils
PLEASE HELP WITH AN INTRODUCTION and Conclusion!! Thank you so much
INTRO - Please refer to the case that is attached, this has nothing to do with airlines
Use the introduction to state the focus or purpose of your analysis as well as to define the
companys SBUs and the date of the analysis. Explain how the corporation could effectively
maximize stockholder wealth by addressing a specific problem related to the mix of businesses it
operates. You should state the scope of your analysis and set the stage for your reader.
The introduction should include key facts necessary for readers to understand your analysis.
These facts should be the ones that have affected the companys strategic direction and
performance.
Include information about how you have divided the company into strategic business units
(SBUs). For purposes of this analysis, three SBUs and we want to focus on NEST, GOOGLE
X(moonshots) and Google non subsidiaries. Explain whether the company is pursuing a strategy
of unrelated diversification.
Conclusion
Briefly review your analysis. State how your analysis will allow your company to maximize
shareholder wealth. We'd like to have a bigger impact on the world by doing more things. - Larry
Page, Cofounder and CEO of Alphabet 1 In June 2016, Tony Fadell announced that he was
"leaving the nest" after six years at the helm of Nest Labs, an Alphabet subsidiary that made
smart household appliances. "I'm a guy who's at the beginning of things," he told the New York
Times. "I don't like to do maintenance mode. It's not what gets me out of bed." 2 The news
followed press reports that revealed turmoil at Nest and raised questions about Google's recent
decision to restructure into Alphabet, a holding company. When the reorganization had first been
announced in August 2015, experts said Nest would be among the main beneficiaries. "Nest and
the rest gain more freedom to spend money, acquire other companies, etc. without having to try
to explain how such costs are benefiting the core ad business when they clearly were not," one
analyst noted. 3 "[Alphabet's] new stand-alone companies will have more freedom to take risks,"
another observer commented. 4 But when internal problems at Nest and other subsidiaries
surfaced in the press, observers began to fault the reorganization. "Google cofounders, now
Alphabet honchos, really want to replicate their search engine's success across a range of
industries with operations run like startups," one observer wrote. "To do that, though, they have
to face a dilemma inherent in their structure. That is, they must find execs willing to work within
Alphabet's corporate umbrella, and teams willing to work with their chosen execs." 5 The
makeup and management of Alphabet's diverse collection of subsidiaries had been in flux since
the restructuring announcement. In August 2015, a day after Google announced that it would
reorganize, gaming subsidiary Niantic, an early "autonomous business unit" under Google, 6 said
it w.
This document summarizes Google's organizational structure and culture. It describes Google's history starting in 1996, its founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin, and its growth into the largest search engine. Google is known for its informal and innovative culture that encourages employees to spend 20% of their time on self-directed projects. The document also discusses Google's recruitment process, the qualities it seeks in employees like strong programming skills, and how it has encouraged innovation through programs like Google Labs and its 70-20-10 model.
- Jeff Immelt realized GE needed to shift from an internally focused, cost-cutting strategy to an organic growth strategy focused on innovation, technology leadership, and understanding customer needs.
- He made changes like increasing R&D spending, opening research centers in China and Europe, and shifting the focus of executive training to cultivate imagination and external thinking.
- One example of this new strategy was the Evo locomotive project, which gained customer acceptance after initial difficulties, proving the effectiveness of Immelt's approach to driving growth.
Suntory, a Japanese alcohol company, is considering acquiring Distill, a UK-based liquor brand. A report analyzes the financial and strategic performance of Distill to evaluate the feasibility of the acquisition. Distill has experienced declining revenue but improved profit margins in recent years. The acquisition would expand Suntory's brand portfolio and give it access to Distill's existing markets and skilled employees. A successful integration would require managing cultural differences, developing trust between employees, and controlling costs during the transition.
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Content
I. Introduction
II. Company overview
III. Products and services
IV. Main competitors 2015
V. Profitability and US market share 2013
VI. Market Segmentation
VII. SWOT analysis
VIII. Google innovative corporate culture
IX. Business strategy
a) Early success
b) Google’s way of business expansion
c) 4Es of Google strategy
Google's brand vision is to provide access to the world's information in one click. Its current brand strategy in key markets is to target the complete population using different products for various segments like B2C, B2B, and all age groups. Google positions itself as an honest and transparent company trying to make information access universal. Internationally, Google uses a global strategy but also employs local strategies in some key markets. Google follows a house of brands architecture but some products like Gmail and YouTube use a free standing brand approach. For future growth, Google is moving more towards a house of brands approach and going local. It is aggressively extending its brands into new products and services and wants to cover the entire globe geographically.
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The McDonalds Dataset was taken which had details about the Food items and their Nutritional value.
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Service Quality --- Case study analysis --- Shreyas Sinha CMS18MBA090 --- ...Shreyas Sinha
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Alphabet inc. Case Study analysis team
1.
2. Before we take a Deep Dive into the case,
let's take a look at a brief Summary of the Case
In 2015, Google restructured its business and reincorporated itself as
Alphabet, a Parent company whose major subsidiary would be Google.
Under the restructuring, investors were now able to differentiate the
results between the cash-cow Google and its money-losing
"moonshot" investments { Waymo, DeepMind, Google Ventures etc }
4. We as a Team, have come to the Conclusion,
after the Case review, that the step taken by the
Founder's, were Correct & well thought of w.r.t
the Future of Google.
5. We will Justify this stance, with the help of
sdPoints that we are able to gather.
6. The restructuring of GOOGLE was important
because :-
1. The verticals which were Born within Google were very
different from the Core Product offerings of GOOGLE.
2. Managing & Accountability of the moonshot Projects
were growing with time.
7. Managing & Accountability of the moonshot Projects were
growing with time.
By Growing what we would like to convey here is that
now these projects needed their own ecosystem, their own
management, their own seperate finances etc.
8. Although they were Moonshot projects.They were extremely
important for GOOGLE's future.
GOOGLE strategy can be understood here --- to stay relevant
& continue to maintain the Market Dominance it was diversifying
into other Product and Service Categories.
This is a Part of their strategy which we are revealing here.
9. To stay relevant & continue to maintain the Market Dominance
it was diversifying into other Product and Service Categories.
Since, it was VERY IMP. it Diversified.
We earlier spoke about Growth.
Growth + Diversification = Huge Challenge w.r.t ( Managing +
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