Abstract
This paper features an analysis of the automotive market in the 2000s, a competitive forces analysis using Porters method, and finally an analysis of the premium car segment with a focus on BMW. The paper asserts that BMW, the Bavarian based luxury car producer, is seen as one of the most prestigious, stable, and admired companies in the world. The paper explains that in the last 50 years BMW has built a powerful brand image and distinctive competitive advantage; however, with rising fuel prices and climate change BMW will have to work hard to develop an environmentally-friendly car that still supports the company's long-standing values. The paper also states that despite the fact that recent recession has pummeled the luxury market, BMW considers itself in fundamentally good shape, as it began preparing for a downturn in early The paper concludes, however, that there are no reliable predictions on how long the crises will last and how the automobile industry will develop in the future; regardless, the it is clear that BMW must work toward a greener, more environmentally-friendly Beemer.

Outline:
Introduction
Automobiles Market In The 2000s
General Overview
Environmental Analysis
Ecological Environment
Economics
Political and Legal Issues
Environmental Analysis
Ecological Environment
Economics
Political and Legal Issues
Technological Development
Social Development
Competitive Forces in Automobile Industry
The Threat of Potential Entrants
The Threat of Substitutes
The Power of Buyers
The Power of Suppliers
The Extent of Rivalry Between Competitors
Premium Car Segment
Critical Success Factors
Branding and Positioning
Quality and Innovation
Dealer Networks and Customer Service
BMW's Strategic Capabilities
Marketing Management
Engineering and Product Development
Human Resources and Organisation
Supplier and Distribution Strategies
Operational and Financial Efficiency
Future Outlook
References

From the Paper
"BMW has built a strong dealer network and always executed firm control over its supply chain, to include distribution as well as suppliers. This also enabled effective market segmentation, efficient brand building and high standard after-sales service (Lencioni, 2005). BMW like other car manufacturers also seek close cooperation with their suppliers in order to ensure high quality standards as well as efficient manufacturing. For instance, BMW built a supply centre on the Leipzig site, where the supplier is highly integrated in the manufacturing process and supply parts just-in-sequence (Kochan, 2006, p113)."

Tags:automobile, market, assembly, plant, manufacturer, green, environmentally, friendly, car

Abstract
This paper presents a positive review of Gitta Sereney's book about Adolph Hitler's personal architect and close friend, Albert Speer. The paper looks at the quality of the source material Sereny uses for her book, how Sereny is able to get into the psyche of Speer and adeptly depict his character, and what Sereny's objectives were in writing the book.

From the Paper
"Steeped in controversy and tainted by his legacy as Hitler's personal architect and close friend, Albert Speer is a difficult historical figure to portray and to pinpoint. Gitta Sereny explores the life and the mind of this complex man with brilliant insight, historical awareness, and sensitivity, as she examines the surprising moral conflicts that Speer faced later in his life, especially after the Nuremberg trials. As the only member of Hitler's inner circle to be spared from the death penalty, Speer had ample time before his death in 1981 to reflect on his role in Nazi atrocities. Although Speer ostensibly never killed a soul, nor did he outwardly perform any act of violence or hatred, he nevertheless supported and loved the man who ordered the brutal deaths of millions of Jews as well as Catholics, gypsies, and homosexuals."

Tags:bavarian, alps, margarete, wartime, germany, mass, murder, slaughter, jews, followed, furer, evil

Abstract
This paper takes the reader into an exploratory journey through the rise of the Nazis from 1918-1939. The author discusses Adolf Hitler's rise to power, the party's political agenda and its expansion nationwide. Furthermore, it urges the reader to remember the evil the Nazis caused humanity in order to prevent history from repeating itself.

From the Paper
"In 1939 the war of the world included the United States anger and coupled with allies the Nazis were finally defeated. The rise and fall of the Nazis is something that we must never forget. A man with a charismatic speaking ability, and a nation with economic troubles was all it took to grow one of the biggest monsters in the history of the world. The Nazi regime still lives. It is in corners, and web sites and meetings that are around the world. We must never let them grow, and we must never let them win again."

Tags:soldiers, history, regimen, charismatic, symbol, Bavarian, government, dictator, Auschwitz, propaganda