global integration‚ they are increasingly aware of the reactions which their strategies induce – both at home and abroad. Thus‚ they tread warily‚ lacking clear and agreed-upon definitions of good corporate citizenship. Through a case study of Nike‚ Inc. – a company that has come to symbolize both the benefits and the risks inherent in globalization – this paper examines the various difficulties and complexities companies face as they seek to balance both company performance and good corporate
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Case Study: Nike‚ Inc.‚ and Sweatshops Summary: As a company‚ Nike has been the dominant presence in the athletic apparel industry globally. Although they were not the only company known to practice unethical manufacturing processes‚ they were the major target of criticism because of their leadership role. To fight back against the negative publicity‚ Nike changed many working conditions and practices‚ arranged for independent audits by very reputable individuals in the industry to rate these
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Case Study- Nike 1. Discuss how Nike’s growth can be attributed to its targeting of diverse market global segments. In the 1960’s Nike was only making running shoes. At this point in time not many people knew of Nike or the Nike swoosh. In order to increase brand awareness‚ they started paying athletes to wear their shoes. However‚ very soon Nike learnt that in order to be a global brand they needed to appeal to different market segments‚ not just athletes. Hence‚ they then decided to tap
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Nike case study Jamaludin Husein Alcaf Background • Nike is based in Oregon‚ USA. It operates in 120 countries and has over 20‚000 employees. Fiscal year 2001 saw sales grow in each of its product segments in all four global markets. Total sales topped $US 9 billion. • In Japan‚ Nike allied itself with Nissho Iwai‚ the sixth largest Japanese trading company‚ to form Nike-Japan Corporation. Because Nike al ready held a part of the low-priced athletic shoe market‚ the company set its sights on the
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Problem How can Nike continue to increase their sales and profitability‚ not only here in the U.S. but around the world? Nike also needs to improve their public image as well as their customer service to continue to be competitive in the apparel industry. Possible Action Alternatives 1) Continue expansion into global markets where competitors have been successful. There are huge opportunities for Nike to grow across multiple dimensions in terms of international expansion. Nike should take advantage
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idea. In fact‚ abortions were considered legal so long the pregnancy does not exceed 6 months. It actually depends on one’s conscience and moral to how they look at the matter. In this paper‚ the ethical issues we will be covering will be on Nike child labour. NIKE inc‚ a well-known brand in the market that specialize in sporting goods has been reported that the manufacturer engaged‚ were using children as labour from as young as 10 year of age. These children were for the making of sporting equipments
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NIKE+FuelBand | Regan Gaenzle & Nate Henderson | Gaenzle‚ Regan E | Appendix: Page # * Existing ads 2 * History * Current Marketplace Performance * Competitors * Current Advertising Strategy/Analysis * New Advertising Strategy * Copy Platform * Creative Brief * Consumer Profile * New Advertisement (2) * New Radio Advertisement (2) * New Television Advertisement (2) * Free Choice (2) * Advertisement
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1. Company name – What is the company doing in general? Nike is an American multinational corporation that is engaged in the design‚ development‚ manufacturing and worldwide marketing of footwear‚ apparel‚ equipment‚ accessories and services. They’re known universally for producing a wide range of sports equipment for the amateurs and the professionals. They’ve built their reputation thanks to a great marketing campaign and by sponsoring the most famous professional sportsmen. As of 2012‚
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customers and market Nike typically targets athletes‚ men and women generally from the ages 15-30. Their target market is people who are active and enjoy higher quality sporting goods and merchandises. NIKE targets all regions with their geographic expansion. Under its Golf brand‚ Nike sells golf balls‚ golf clubs and apparel for both men and women. Nike should continuously develop innovative and stylish golf products to command premium prices. Most people would appreciate as Nike Golf brand has good
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“On January 25‚ 1964 Nike‚ formerly known as Blue Ribbon Sports was founded by Bill Bowerman and Phillip Knight. It officially became Nike Incorporated on May 30‚ 1978”(Nike Business). During the late 70s to early 80s Nike’s initial focus was Track and Field but later expanded into various sports such as : soccer‚ golf‚ hockey and basketball just to name a few.” In 1980‚ Nike entered the decade on the success of its Nike Air technology‚ and at the end of that year Nike completed its initial public
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