Dell Inc.

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This paper provides an in-depth study of Dell Inc. It examines its situation in the current market, provides a SWOT analysis and proposes an alternative business plan. The paper includes an outline.

Paper Outline:
I. Current Situation
A. Historical Background
B. Goals Objectives, Policies and Strategies
II. SWOT Analysis
A. Strengths
1. Maintained No. 1 Position in the Computer Hardware Industry
2. Introduction and Sale of 2 million Printers
3. Increased Revenues
4. Increased Year over Year Shipments
B. Weaknesses
1. Decline in Revenue Growth
2. Decrease in Investment Income
C. Opportunities
1. Increasing the Company's Presence in Existing Markets
2. Entering New Markets
3. Pursuing Additional Product and Service Opportunities
D. Threats
1. Price Wars (competition)
2. Inability to Handle Product Transitions
3. Risks Associated with doing Business Abroad
4. Instability in the Infrastructure
5. Terrorism
III. Alternatives
IV. Recommendations
V. Implementation
VI. Evaluation and Control

From the Paper:

"Problems in the supply chain could also threaten the profitability of the company (Full SEC Annual Report). For instance, if the company cannot get the components needed to produce its products, there could be an adverse affect on sales and thus profitability (Full SEC Annual Report). This is a particular problem for Dell because it has relationships with many single source suppliers (Full SEC Annual Report). Therefore, in some cases if a component is not available from that supplier, no alternative is readily available (Full SEC Annual Report)."

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