The 1982 breakup of the previously vertically integrated AT&T led to the divestiture of local service companies‚ resulting in seven regional holding companies‚ or “Baby Bells.” The result of AT&T’s breakup was increased competition from the likes of Sprint and MCI. Two of the spun off regional holding companies‚ Bell Atlantic and Nynex‚ would later become Verizon‚ and US West would become Qwest. AT&T operates across its main business segments: Wireless‚ Wireline‚ Advertising Solutions‚ and other. Its
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Starbucks Strategic Plan � PAGE * MERGEFORMAT �23� Running head: STARBUCKS STRATEGIC PLAN Starbucks Strategic Plan University of Phoenix � TABLE OF CONTENTS 31. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY � 32. COMPANY BACKGROUND � 33. VISION STATEMENT � 34. MISSION STATEMENT � 35. VALUES STATEMENT � 46. ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS � 46.1. External Environment � 56.2. Opportunities and Threats � 66.3. Competitive Analysis � 86.4. Economic Analysis � 106.5. Non-Economic Factors in the Remote Environment � 126
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Comcast Corporation Executive Summary For the past 45 years Comcast Corporation has provided customers with variety of entertainment. Comcast is the fourth largest cable company in the world. Comcast is now serving more than 21 million customers. Comcast Corporation innovatively provided millions of customers with products and entertainment around the globe. Comcast Corporation has merged with different telecommunication companies as well as other entities such as E! Entertainment television‚ QVC
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Individual assignment Abstract Reviews the role of ethics and social responsibilities in developing a strategic plan while considering stakeholder needs and agendas. Reviews the four key responsibilities and priorities as stated by Carroll; economic‚ legal‚ ethical‚ and discretionary responsibilities. Discusses the importance of integrating ethical and social responsibilities in a strategic plan. Uses Enron an example of a company overstepping ethical boundaries and discusses measures that could
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Strategic Plan Analysis Michelle Ballard University of Phoenix MGT/449 George Monk August 26‚ 2008 Strategic Plan Analysis The following paper will discuss General Motor’s (GM) mission‚ vision‚ objectives‚ and goals‚ along with General Motors compared and contrasted by management styles with Toyota Corporation whom adopted total quality management (TQM). The paper will discuss characteristics of Toyota Corporation TQM with General Motors and the extent to which Toyota
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Strategic Plan Analysis � PAGE * MERGEFORMAT �7� Strategic Plan Analysis A paper submitted in the course of Quality Management and Productivity MGT/449 Abstract Quicken Loans Has developed a systems of beliefs called ISMs; these ISMs are practiced by all employees in the process to provide the highest quality of service to all customers. Quicken Loans uses autocratic and paternalistic management styles to increase efficiency and effectiveness within the organization. Quicken Loans takes pride
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Final Strategic Plan: The Internal Revenue Service Nicola C Baltimore Strategy Formation and Implementation -- MGT 578 Robert Powers January 12‚ 2005 University of Phoenix Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 4 VISION STATEMENT 4 MISSION STATEMENT 5 VALUES STATEMENT 5 ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS 5 INTERNAL ANALYSIS 5 EXTERNAL ANALYSIS 6 SWOT ANALYSIS LIMITATIONS 6 GOAL 1: IMPROVE TAXPAYER SERVICE 6 GOAL 2 - ENHANCE ENFORCEMENT OF THE TAX LAW 7 GOAL 3: MODERNIZE
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PFIZER INC. Pfizer Strategic Plan Date Submitted: May 25‚ 2005 Pfizer’s Strategic Plan: Overview Executive Summary Pfizer is a New York City based major drug producer‚ ranking first in pharmaceutical sales in the U.S.‚ with 2005 revenues of 56.7 billion. With almost 60 billion in Revenue‚ Pfizer remains the industry’s behemoth‚ overseeing the most ambitious research agenda for any company in the world. Pfizer’s is spending on R&D supports 12‚000 scientists. Pfizer’s research increased 3
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A Strategic Plan is a plan within an organisation consisting of the organisation’s key goals and objectives. These goals and objectives are aimed to be achieved by a particular point in time‚ usually in a 3 to 5 year time period. The Strategic Plan’s sole purpose is to emphasise these factors to ensure that all members within the organisation understand where the company is heading and how it intends to reach these goals and objectives. The Strategic Plan should include the overall Mission‚ Vision
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THE COPPERBELT UNIVERSITY STRATEGIC PLAN AY2009-2013 Towards a Culture of Institutional Accountability‚ Academic Excellence and Stability © March 26‚ 2009 File: CBU Strategic Plan AY2009-2013 TABLE OF CONTENTS EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Introduction Vision Statement Mission Statement Shared Values Strategic Directions‚ Objectives & Budget Strategies and Activities Key Success Indicators ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS PREFACE ACRONYMS & ABBREVIATIONS INTRODUCTION 1.1 Functions of the University 1.1.1 Teaching
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