PEPSODENT THE PRODUCT Pepsodent‚ launched in 1993‚ was the first toothpaste with a unique anti-bacterial agent to address the consumer need of checking germs even hours after brushing. Pepsodent packs included a Germ Indicator in February-May 2002‚ which allowed consumers to see the efficacy in fighting germs for themselves. As a follow-up‚ in October 2002‚ Pepsodent Fresh & Pepsodent Family offered Dental Insurance to all its consumers to demonstrate the confidence the company has in the
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up.” (Saunders & Pearlson ‚ 2013) Several factors contributed to the financial struggles of the Lego Corporation in 2004‚ which almost led to the demise of the company. The company had issues such as poor overall performance‚ missing deadlines; product development times were longer than anticipated. Lego’s delivery record was becoming problematic‚ the popular sets were running out quickly with little to no stock incoming to replenish shelves‚ which led to frustrated retailers. Another concern Lego
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Executive Summary MMI Product Placement (MMI)‚ Inc. has an opportunity to represent Greyhound Canada as they look for cost effective ways to reposition their brand which they feel has become stale and are currently. Phil Hart‚ President of MMI‚ feels they are close to making a deal with Greyhound‚ but needs to alleviate Greyhound’s anxiety about product placement reaching the target market. Greyhound is considering the use of product placement and has approached MMI Product Placement‚ Inc. for
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Net National Product Definition Net National Product (NNP) is the total market value of all final goods and services produced by citizens of an economy during a given period of time (Gross National Product or GNP) minus depreciation. Depreciation (also known as consumption of fixed capital) measures the amount of GNP that must be spent on new capital goods to maintain the existing physical capital stock. NNP is the amount of goods in a given year which can be consumed without reducing the
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Product costing systems in modern manufacturing organisations Product costing refers to the process of assigning shared direct and indirect costs to individual products‚ customers‚ branches or other cost items. (USAID‚ 2007) Product costing is also referred to as assigning costs to inventory and production based on the expenses that go into producing or buying inventory. It is an important process for manufacturers that helps improves management information on products and helps managers and the
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Hosiden Products Hosiden manufactures a variety of electronic and electromechanical components. The company serves manufacturers in the following industries: * mobile phone * audio & visual (AV) * PC & PC peripherals * photovoltaic (PV) generation system * car electronics Hosiden’s products are categorized as either: * connectors * plugs and jacks * switches * acoustic components * DC solenoids * LCDs Hosiden’s highest volume products are:
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The product-process matrix‚ developed by Hayes and Wheelwright in 1979 was designed to show the trade-offs in operations and marketing by linking product plans and process choices. The model is based on traditional trade-offs evident in a single manufacturing facility environment. The product-process matrix has been empirically tested‚ but improvements in operations flexibility by applying advanced technologies have caused many to question the model’s continued validity. In recent years‚ the environment
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Have you ever wondered if organic products is really worth paying more than regular products? Have you ever wondered if organic products are actually healthier for you? People who buy organic foods and products are usually seeking assurance that the food or products they are buying is gentle to the earth and that the food they are buying and eating is safe. Many studies have found that organic produce is more nutritious than non-organic produce. The term organic simply means using no chemicals
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1. Calculate the key financial ratios for Avery Products‚ Inc.‚ for each year and ratio suggested in the case’s industry averages. Analyze the trends for each ratio. 2. What strengths and weaknesses are revealed by the ratio analysis? • Quick Ratio: The ratio is declining which reflects higher liabilities and cash flow problems of the company • Current Ratio: The ratio is declining which means that Avery is having problems with liquidity. • Inventory Turnover: The ratio is increasing
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Chapter 8 - Product Planning and Development • Study by PricewaterhouseCoopers o ½ of plausible business ideas come from the customers‚ competitors‚ and suppliers o Imaginatik- created a technology based program that creates ideas but can help in deciding if they will work or not. ▪ Electronic suggestion box that allows people to discuss and analyze in the program o Important points: ▪ Ever company needs to develop new products to stay
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