Objectives The objective of the report is to evaluate Apple Inc.‟s business model through internal and external analysis and then recommend future strategic business unit (SBU) and corporate strategy which are based on the previous suggestions and analysis. Apple‟s annual report 2011‚ Apple case study and Applestore.com will contribute to the analyses of internal and external which are performed to work out strategies. The reporting currency is USD. The Apple Inc. Company was founded in 1976 by Steve Wozniak
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STRAYER UNIVERSITY Arlington Campus Contemporary Business - BUS 508 Assignment # 5 Financial Management Outline: Tech stock companies Apple vs. Samsung March 14‚ 2013 By Natcha R. To Professor. Magies Sizer Select two (2) tech stock companies that attempted to make profits from rising consumer demand after the crash. Analyze how they attempted to make a profit after the crash and discuss any unethical practices. Evaluate the change in consumer demand trends after the crash
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4th semester. The financial analysis reveals that Apple has been undergoing an impressing growth in the net sales for the past few years. Furthermore the financial analysis showed that a big part of the net sales is generated by complementary products which can be connected to the sales of Macs‚ iPhones and iPods. The strategic analysis revealed that there is reason to expect continued redevelopment of products. An analysis of Apples core capabilities‚competitors and the development in consumer
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Apples Industry & Trade Summary Office of Industries Publication ITS-04 February 2010 UNITED STATES INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION COMMISSIONERS Shara Aranoff‚ Chairman Daniel R. Pearson‚ Vice Chairman Deanna Tanner Okun Charlotte R. Lane Irving A. Williamson Dean A. Pinkert Robert A. Rogowsky Director‚ Office of Operation Karen Laney-Cummings Director‚ Office of Industries This report was prepared principally by: Brendan Lynch Brendan.lynch@usitc.gov Fruits‚ Vegetables
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BRIEF GLANCE AT THE FY2005 RESULTS In the fiscal year that ended September 2005‚ Apple reported revenues of US$13‚931M‚ an increase of 68.3% over the preceding year. The Operating Income in FY2005 was US$1650M‚ an increase of 406.1% over the 2004 figure. Net Income also similarly increased by 383.7% in FY2005 to US$1335M. Additionally‚ Total Assets increased by 43.49% to US$11‚551M. Total Liabilities increased by 37.36% to US$4‚085M‚ but Total Debt remained at US$0. Shareholders benefited in
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Analysis‚ segmentation and marketing mix of Apple Introduction The aim of this report is to analyse the current position of the company which includes the products‚ current strategic position‚ and current financial strength. Different types of marketing tools are used in this report. PEST analysis and Porter’s five force model for looking into the external environment. SWOT analysis for looking into the internal environment of the organization. This report also looks into market segmentation and
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CHAPTER ONE 1.0 THE INTRODUCTION OF THE STUDY 1.1 Background Customers are the purpose of what marketers do and rather than them depending on marketers‚ we very much depend on them. That is the main reason why organizations today are focusing on customer satisfaction and loyalty. Satisfaction is an overall customer attitude towards a service provider‚ or an emotional reaction to the difference between what customers anticipate and what they receive‚ regarding the fulfilment of some need‚ goal
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multinational company. Apple corporate culture In apple the employers can enjoy a relaxed and casual working environment. Even the infrastructure is designed in to ensure maximum work time pleasure; The Company gives freedom for the employers like wearing casual dress in the office premises etc. Since the company is facing endless challenges and opportunities everyday the company gives special consideration ensuring the first class treatment to the new recruited employees. Apple also provides many
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Internal Factor Evaluation (IFE) Matrix for Apple Strengths | Weight | Rating | Wt.Score | 1. Customer loyalty combined with expanding closed system 2. As a leading innovator in mobile device technology 3. Strong financial performance 4. Powerful Brand reputation 5. Retail stores 6. Strong marketing and advertising teams | 0.120.100.090.110.090.10 | 443434 | 0.480.400.270.440.270.40 | Weakness | | | | 1. High Price 2. Incompatibility with different OS 3. Patent infringements
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Background Apple Computer Inc. is an American multinational corporation focused on designing and manufacturing personal computers‚ closely related software products‚ and other consumer electronic products such as MP3 players. Since its foundation in 1976‚ Apple has been a pioneer in innovation with multiple ups and downs. In 1976‚ Apple introduced what was to become the first highly successful mass-produced personal computer. Traditionally‚ Apple has done extremely well at being the first
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