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Expedia
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Expedia is a well known online company selling a wide range of travel services form airline and hotel rooms so insurance and attraction tickets. This 20 page paper examines the competitive position and strategies of Expedia. The paper starts with a brief consideration of the history of the company and its’ current position and then undertakes an in-depth SWOT analysis looking at the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. The paper then looks at the cash flow in the company briefly, comparing it with Travelocity and finishes by considering the likely future of the company. The bibliography cites 12 sources.
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Expedia.com
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A 6 page research paper that offers an analysis of the online travel site Expedia.com. This analysis first offers a brief description and history of the company and then evaluates the factors that make it both efficient and effective, which focuses on Expedia's technological expertise, such as software and delivery systems. Topics covered include the new corporate travel service, hotel reservations and car rental reservations. In regards to car rental, this research indicates several problems, which provide the basis for improvement recommendations. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Explaining the Concept of a Buying Center
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This 5 page report discusses the concept of a “buying center.” A “buying center” is, most often, an informal group of employees that represents the different units within the organization. Those people have various roles -- buyers, gatekeepers, deciders, and influencers -- in the purchasing decision process and those roles are likely to vary over time. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Exporting Decisions in the Software Industry
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This 45 page paper considers the decision that need to be made in the export industry, using the software industry as a unique example. The first part of the paper looks at the different ways international trade may be increased and the place that exporting has within an international growth strategy, and how it may be used in isolation or with other growth methods. The way exports may be undertaken is considered with reference to the cultural, logistical and legal differences of the different regions is discussed, as well as how the risks and benefits as well as the suitability of the potential export market can be ascertained by the use of business models is also included. The end of the paper outlines some conclusions of best methods to use in order to gain the maximum return for the minimum risk The bibliography cites 39 sources, references are listed at the end of each chapter and not included in the page count.
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Factors in Public Administration
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5 pages. In past discussions of what defines true leadership amidst action research in public administration, there exist several problems with the overall concept, including the extent of ambiguity in relation to definition and assessment. Does leadership truly influence organizational performance within public administration? How essential is good leadership in relation to the performance of the group as a whole? These represent just some of the concerns industry experts have discussed as a means by which to ascertain the true benefit of effective and enabling leadership. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Fairness In Performance Appraisals Hotel Industry - Tutorial
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A 10 page paper written in tutorial format. The writer discusses performance appraisals, what they are, a sample of models, and the importance of the appraisal interview. The writer concludes by making a recommendation for an effective performance appraisal that is viewed as being fair. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Fayol and Taylor on Management Theory
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This 5 page paper looks at early management theorists Fayol and Taylor and compares and contrasts the two paradigms to emanate from their work. Taylor's scientific management is highlighted. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: SA050ftman.rtf

Feasibility Study into the Opening of a Feed Mill in South Texas
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This 45 page paper is a study into the feasibility of opening a mill of animal feedstuffs in Texas. The paper considers the different aspects of the project, from the industry in Texas, the overall market and economy, export markets, such as Mexico and capital options. The bibliography cites 28 sources. TEtexasm.wps
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FedEx Case Study
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This 16 page paper examines the case of FedEx supplied by the student and answers the following 3 questions. 1. The following statement is critically evaluated “[FedEx] has built superior physical, virtual and people networks not just to prepare for change, but to shape change on a global scale; to change the way we all connect with each other in the new Network Economy" ( Annual Report, FedEx Corporation, 1999. This is discussed in line with supply chain and value chain theory and the use of the value chain to create competitive advantage. 2. Critically analyse and evaluate FedEX record of systems innovation and customer solutions in the context of how organisations respond to disruptive innovations, up to January 2000. 3. Reflect on the future direction of FedEx post 2000 by discussing the strategic thinking behind the announcement of three major strategic initiatives on 19 January 2000. The bibliography cites 9 sources.
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FedEx Corporation Analysis
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A 12 page paper that presents an analysis of FedEx Corporation. Topics include the types of services the company provides, subsidiaries, 2001 revenues, mission statement, a SWOT analysis (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats), its current position, including a comparison with UPS, major projects the company is involved in at this time, the effect of today's economic and competitive environments on FedEx performance. Bibliography lists 12 sources.
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