In order to succeed, it is fundamental that businesses satisfy consumers’ needs (and desires) for goods and services. Appropriate market research provides the data necessary to understand those needs and respond to them effectively and profitably. Kudler Fine Foods (KFF) has performed market research in the past. Some of that research has been helpful; some has not. Additional market research is needed for KFF to reach a larger share of the market and increase profitability.…
Today’s firms operate within various environments that economists refer to as market structures. These market structures forge each firm’s operational foundation, which essentially lays the groundwork to facilitate competitive marketing strategies. The factors that bolster a firm’s marketing tactics are vital is sustaining profitability as well as solidifying longevity within a particular industry. To comprehend these factors effectively, this paper will analyze Kudler Fine Foods through the eyes of a consultant and (a) evaluate Kudler’s strategic plan, (b) identify the Kudler’s market structure, and (c) assess how the market…
Gift 47.1 For 12 years, Theodore Alexander Buders father made substantial gifts to his minor grandchildren. Theodore Buder and his wife divorced during this period. The cash gifts, typically in the form of checks made directly payable to the children, were given to Buder with the understanding that he would safeguard the money and invest it on behalf of the children. Buder invested various amounts of the childrens money in blue chip stocks traded over the New York and American stock exchanges. Buder also invested substantial sums of the childrens money in speculative penny stocks. The stocks were purchased in Buders name as custodian for the children, as required by the Uniform Gifts to Minors Act (UGMA). At one point, almost half of the childrens money was invested in penny stocks. All the penny stocks except one suffered substantial losses. Buders ex-wife, Sartore, sued him, alleging that he had breached his fiduciary duty owed to the children under the UGMA. She sought to recover the funds lost by Buders investment of the childrens funds in penny stocks. Who wins? Buder v. Sartore, 774 P.2d 1383, Web 1989 Colo. Lexis 227 (Supreme Court of Colorado) Buder as the trustee owes a fiduciary duty to his kids in regards to how he handles the gifts. The laws states that trustee cannot use a beneficiarys money in speculative ventures and with regards to this case it specifically sais that the stocks are speculative. When a trustee breaches their fiduciary duty, they can be held personally liable so the ex wife wins as the natural guardian of the children. 48.8 Adverse Possession Joseph and Helen Naab purchased a tract of land in a subdivision of Williamstown, West Virginia. At the time of purchase, there were both a house and a small concrete garage on the property. Evidence showed that the garage had been erected sometime prior to 20 years earlier by one of the Naabs predecessors in title. Two years after the Naabs bought their property,…
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Almost since the foundation of the Girl Scouts of the United States of America in 1912, cookie sales have played a major role in supporting the Girl Scouts organization at the council and troop levels. By now, cookie sales have grown into a major moneymaking operation, bringing in over $714 million per year. Recent years, however, have seen cookie sales lagging with nearly six years of year-over-year declines of about 1 percent each until the trend reversed last year. The recent economic downturn hasn’t helped matters either. After a restructuring of its operations in 2004, the Girl Scouts have made several changes to the program that they hope will help spark sales and create cost saving opportunities. This year, Girl Scout troops will be selling cookie boxes at $4 even, up from the $3.50 price tag mandated in 2006. Before that, local councils were allowed to set their own prices, resulting in price wars as some troops attempted to undercut each other to increase sales. Portions on some cookie varieties have been reduced by one ounce per box, and other cookie varieties will use plastic packaging instead of more expensive cardboard. The Girl Scouts will also be asking certain troops to reduce their cookie lineups to just six varieties. The six top-selling cookies—Thin Mints, Do-si-dos, Trefoils, Samoas, Lemon Chalet Cremes, and Tagalongs—account for about 77 percent of cookie sales, and many attempts to create cookies geared toward specific markets have not fared well in recent years. The Dulce de Leche cookies, based on classic Latin American treats, were designed to appeal to Hispanic markets as part of the Girl Scouts’ broader diversity initiatives. However, sales figures did not seem to indicate any particular market preference for that variety. A “diabetic-friendly” sugarfree chocolate-chip variety also failed to generate a significant sales boost. While funds from cookie…
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This video describes a historical overview that illustrates the growth and success at Dunkin’ Donuts. The company conducts extensive research to evaluate the freshness and quality of the products. It offers competitive products to meet consumer demands.…
The most common form of Alternative Marketing is Buzz Marketing. It is commonly known as Word – of – Mouth Marketing. One of the fastest-growing areas in Alternative Marketing…
Destiny and fate are very similar, often both are thought of as unchangeable. However, one’s fate is not predetermined; it is determined by one’s own decisions and actions. In William Shakespeare’s play, Macbeth, characters’ fates are decided by their own actions, however those actions are manipulated. Macbeth and Lady Macbeth’s decisions are predominantly influenced by the witches. Although, the witches manipulate Macbeth and Lady Macbeth, their fates are determined by their own actions.…
While reading statistics on shooting and gun violence, I am flabbergasted. I am not ignorant to the fact that there is violence and a lot of it; however, I was not aware that 33,880 people die from gun violence in one year. I was raised in a great environment growing up that was in a great part of town, which was safe. I did not have to worry about going outside to play and possibly getting shot wile I was outside. A lot of kids are not that luck. Every day on average, this is EVERY DAY, 48 children and teens are shot in murders, assaults, suicides and suicide attempts, unintentional shootings, and police intervention. No child or teenager should be exposed to violence in that severity but it is happening all over our country.…
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The field of marketing strategy considers the total marketing environment and its impacts on a company or product or service. The emphasis is on "an in depth understanding of the market environment, particularly the competitors and customers."…