run. The benefits arising from expansion depend upon the effect of expansion on productive efficiency‚ which can be assessed by looking at changes in average costs at each stage of production. How does a firm expand? A firm can increase its scale of operations in two ways. 1. Internal growth‚ also called organic growth 2. External growth‚ also called integration - by merging with other firms‚ or by acquiring other firms By growing‚ a firm can expect to reduce its average costs and become
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an Internal Accountant Recommendation Brief for an Internal Accountant A client has an out-of-control system that is in need of change to get it back into control. Internal controls are an important part of a company. The role of internal controls is to keep mistakes from occurring as much as possible. It also aids in preventing individuals from being dishonest. The system the client is using is out-of-control‚ and it is highly recommended that the company hire an internal accountant
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three factors that should be considered when illegal activity occurs. The first factor an auditor should consider is how the occurrence effects the financial statement and the penalty‚ if any‚ for the issue. The second factor to be considered is the integrity of the management staff and their reaction to the illegal occurrence. The last factor for an auditor to consider when an illegal occurrence happens is the internal controls over the financial reporting. “Smuggling” money into the US can
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External and Internal Analysis of Foxconn Introduction Foxconn‚ or Hon Hai Precision Industry Co‚ was founded 37 years ago in Taiwan by Terry Gou. The company initially started as a local computer component manufacturer. Over the past decades‚ Foxconn had been continuously growing to become the world’s largest electronic components manufacturers with the consolidated revenue of 59.32 billion US dollars in 2010. As the largest electronic manufactures‚ Foxconn provides electronic components to major
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Goods External and Internal Environmental Analysis Big 5 Sporting Goods (Big 5) has operated within the sporting goods industry‚ predominantly in the western United States‚ for over 50 years (Hoovers‚ 2013). To understand the organizational structure and strategic path chosen by Big 5‚ it is critical to analyze various factors found within its external and internal environments. Big 5’s external environment includes remote‚ industry‚ and operating factors whereas the internal environment includes
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industry is to find new and innovative avenues to differentiate your production line‚ distribution and marketing strategies from current competitors within the industry. This could be done by producing new production lines‚ enhancing advertising or PR or gaining more distribution stores. The bargaining power of buyers is high due to the low switching cost of substitutes and price sensitive consumers. This can be addressed by pricing products low though increasing production and increase advertising
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near flawless flow of information and better resource management. Large retailers now rely on intranets and extranets for information sharing within the organization and with external entities. Other technological developments include smart cards and radio frequency data communication. Internal Value Chain Analysis: Excellent use of value chain activities. • Inbound Logistics: One of the most important reasons for Wal-Mart’s success has been its inbound logistics. Wal-Mart pioneered the development
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Internal Corporate Communication: How satisfied are you? “The problem with communication is the illusion that it has been accomplished.” - George Bernard Shaw Internal Corporate Communication: How satisfied are you? “The problem with communication is the illusion that it has been accomplished.” - George Bernard Shaw Abstract Corporate Communication takes place at varied responsibility levels‚ both inside and outside an organization. The effectiveness
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Costco:Internal / External Analysis Table of Contents INTERNAL ANALYSYS: • About Costco • Mission Statement • Corporate Governance & Stakeholder Management • Locations • Strategic Objective • Primary Activities • Support Activities • Costco Membership • Financial • Net Income • Net Sales • Membership Fees • Gross Margin • Selling‚ General & Administrative Expenses • Cash Flows • Expansion Plans • Conclusion EXTERNAL ANALYSIS • Demographics • Socio-cultural • Political/Legal
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Internal Environment Resources Tangible: Established manufacturing facilities globally. Highly trained managers. R&D facilities. Intangible: Well known brand name associated with Industry Revolution and American Dream. Capabilities: Ability to manufacture sufficient number of cars to meet demands globally. Capable of providing innovative products with Safety and Convenience features. Core Competencies: Strong Engineering Capabilities. Competitive Advantage:
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