Analyzing Lease vs. Buy Decisions
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A 3 page paper answering 4 questions addressing topics including risks, uncertainties, capital leases, capital budgeting, operating leases and circumstances in which one is preferable over another. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: KSacctCapBudLs.rtf

Analyzing The External Environment
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A 2.5 page paper. The components of the PESTLE analysis are identified as are Porter's five forces that drive an industry. The writer comments on advantages and disadvantages of each model. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PGprtps.rtf

Andersen – Enron Relationship
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A 5 page paper that discusses specific aspects of the Enron crisis. The writer first provides 11 points in outline form that describe the relationship between these two companies and the impact this event had on Arthur Andersen. The second part of the paper discusses the parties who were most responsible for the crisis and justifies why these particular people shoulder the most responsibility. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: PGenand.rtf

Anheuser-Busch
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This 7 page report discusses the largest brewer in the United States in terms of its management style, philosophy, accomplishments, and future opportunities. Anheuser-Busch is undeniably an industry leader. The St. Louis, Missouri, brewery leads the industry in the United States with a market share of an amazing 47.5 per cent according to BrandWeek (06-19-00). Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: BWswotAB.rtf

Anheuser-Busch
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This 21 page paper is an in-depth look at the US company Anheuser-Busch, owner of brands such as Budweiser and Bud light. The paper looks at the company's vision, Mission and strategies and examines the company including the use of an external opportunities and threats and the creation of an external factor evaluation matrix, the internal strengths and weaknesses and an internal factor evaluation matrix, a competitive profile matrix, a SWOT analysis and consideration of the company according to Boston Consulting Group matrix (BCG Matrix). Using the analysis the writer makes strategic recommendations for the company. The bibliography cites 6 sources.
Filename: TEanheuser.rtf

Ann Taylor & Public Relations
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This 7 page paper presents a general overview of Ann Taylor Stores Corporation, including income for 1997 and reports some public relationships problems they experienced in 1996, including a lawsuit by stockholders. How executives of the company responded are discussed briefly. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: AnnTay.wps

Ansett Airlines
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5 pages in length. Since 1936, the Australian airlines named after founder Reginald Myles Ansett has demonstrated an unwavering attention to performance, safety and customer satisfaction. In order to maintain its high level of industry presence, company executives have endeavored to apply their objective from the inside out, capitalizing upon the importance of internal cohesion as it relates to external performance. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: TLCanset.wps

Antitrust Issues - Case Study: Unique Channel
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A 5 page paper that responds to questions regarding a student-supplied case study. Unique Channel is a radio station company that has found a loophole in the law and dominates the radio market in Denver. The essay addresses these topics: has Unique's business strategy been an advantage or disadvantage for consumers and advertisers; is Unique's business strategy ethical; do competitors have a legitimate complaint against Unique. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PGunqu.rtf

AOL Time Warner
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This 8 page paper considers the history of AOL, the performance of the company prior and post merger, the strengths weaknesses opportunities and threats as well as the competitive position and overall trading and strategy trends in the company. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
Filename: TEaoltim.rtf

AOL Time Warner Merger
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A 10 page paper that discusses the merger of these two huge corporations. Here was a merger like no other. Not only was it the largest merger in history, it was the first merger of a bricks-and-mortar corporation and a cyberspace Internet corporation, which created a new kind of company that crosses several industries. This paper provides background information on each corporation and the benefits that each company gained from the merger and the potential benefits for the consumer. The writer also discuses why the two companies wanted to merger. The conditions of the FTC and FCC approvals are outlined along with the conditions from the European Union. Bibliography lists 9 sources.
Filename: PGaoltwr.rtf

AOL TimeWarner
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A 4 page paper discussing AOL TimeWarner in terms of Porter’s Five Forces. Still the leading ISP in dialup, AOL is vying with Comcast for leadership in broadband, the only segment of Internet service posting any significant growth. AOL still has as many detractors as it did when it had millions fewer subscribers, but it also still continues to grow on its way to accomplishing the mission of becoming indispensable to subscribers. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: KSmgmtAOLTWPorter.rtf

Apple
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This 21 page paper examines the position of Apple, the developers of the iMac and the iPod. The paper considers how the economic environment and consumer confidence impacts on the company performance. The market position and market share is examined, along with the target market and the technological developments that have and are likely to impact on the company, Microsoft is examined as a major competitor and the strategies used identified. The bibliography cites 20 sources.
Filename: TEapple.rtf

Apple Computer Catching Up?
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A 10 page paper discussing Apple’s past performance and future outlook. Apple risks falling into total irrelevance in the personal computer market, particularly after the failure of the last few products it attempted to introduce. The line of “i” products have been well received among devotees, but they have not crossed many lines into Wintel territory. Apple will need to enhance its relevance in today’s market if it will break free of the niche label. Alternatively, Apple does very well as a niche player. It can be the best and be the leader there, and it likely should consider remaining there. Includes Five Force and SWOT analysis. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: KSappleFin.rtf

Apple Computer Inc
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A 10 page research paper that investigates Apple Computer, Inc. Current fiscal information is reported as well as setbacks the company has experienced and recent announcements Apple has made. A SWOT analysis is provided. Conclusions offer recommendations for Apple Computer to regain its image and market share. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
Filename: Apcomp.wps

Apple Computer Inc.
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An 18 page paper. Apple Computer changed the way the world looked at computers in the mid-1970s. This paper provides a brief history and overview of the company, Steve Jobs being replaced by John Scully only to have Jobs return to the company in its time of trouble. The computer hardware industry is discussed including the steps a company must take to be successful and the trends. This is followed by a discussion of the competition in the industry. Information technology and its role in product development at Apple Computer is then described and discussed. Apple's newest innovations are discussed as is its recent partnership with Sun and Ericsson. Data included. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: PGmacinf.rtf

Apple Computer Supply Chain Issues
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A 3 page paper answering the question, "How does Apple incorporate make-to-order, make-to-stock and assemble-to-order in its major products?" Apple does make- and assemble-to-order to a degree, but for the most part it is make-to-stock that is its focus. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: KSsupChnApple.rtf

Apple Computer’s Industry in 2002
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A 6 page paper based on Harvard Case 8-702-469. In many respects, Apple Computer has been the popular villain of personal computers, evoking strong responses from virtually all corners. Those who are loyal to Apple products are extremely loyal; those who are not do not regard them as serious machines capable of performing serious tasks. Apple’s management has been protective of the products since their inception, but in 2002 the time had come for Apple to acknowledge the fact that creativity exists outside of the Apple complex. The paper uses Porter’s five forces to analyze Apple’s industry and makes recommendations. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: KSmgmtApple2002.rtf