Abstract This paper discusses the possibility of introducing Lever Brothers's brand-new Dove shampoo and conditioner hair care line into Spain. The paper is in the form of a business plan, which presents the reasons why it would be in the best interest of the company to expand the market for these products into Spain. Some of the information included in this plan is the company's history, Spain's status, market analysis, and market strategy. The paper is also illustrated with product images.
Paper Outline:
Description of Business
Business Name and Short History
Description of Product
Location of Business
Why Is This a Good Location?
Spain's Status
Political/Economic/Social
Market Analysis and Competition
The Industry
Target Market
Competition
Market Strategy
Sales Strategy
Potential Partners
Costs/Financing
Conclusion
From the Paper "Provided that we have formerly established contracts with partners who manufacture and distribute Dove products, all that is being done is adding a new product to the Dove line. Because of this our costs are going to be reasonably low since we already have factories, contacts, contracts and the majority of ingredients/materials needed. We will obviously incur ad campaign costs which can be funded through the profits of Dove hair care, our existing partners, the advertising budget (already established on a yearly basis), and our creditors. What makes this venture of Dove hair care into Spain so attractive is the procedures that usually make this kind project costly and complex, do not exist in this particular situation. This project is virtually trouble-free because we already went through these grueling procedures in 1989 when we started manufacturing Dove in Spain."
Abstract The paper explains the need for improved traffic safety systems. The paper explains what fuzzy logic is, using the example of how it works to regulate temperatures on an air conditioner. It explains that fuzzy logic is used to measure imprecise and dynamic factors and allows for a reasonable judgement. In conclusion, writer states that fuzzy logic has improved the overall quality of life in other areas and posits that using fuzzy logic to assess traffic systems will result in traffic agencies making better overall decisions regarding traffic safety.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Motivation
Bibliography
From the Paper "Fuzzy Logic allows us to measure imprecise and dynamic factors and allow for a reasonable judgement. For example, an air conditioner employing Fuzzy Logic can automatically regulate the temperature. If it's too hot, it will lower the temperature. It it's too cold, then it will increase the temperature. However, it's difficult to define what is "too hot" and what is "too cold". Also, there's the factor of humidity (dampness and dryness). Fuzzy Logic can control the system by accepting these dynamic variables and generating an optimal temperature output, providing better comfort for the user. Fuzzy Logic is now widely used in consumer electronics, agriculture, and manufacturing systems."
This paper examines the international debt crisis: Origins, less developed countries, U.S. indebtedness, banks, International Monetary Fund, conditionality, stabilization process, trade, currency, investments and future. Tables.
3,600 words (approx. 14.4 pages), 12 sources, 1990, $ 127.95
From the Paper "This research examines the international debt crisis. International debt is the external debt owed by a country--either a country's government or entities within that country.
An external deficit develops for a country when the claims of foreign entities on the country's economy exceed the claims of entities in that country on the economies of other countries. A country's external debt is comprised of loans to both government and private sector organizations in the country. Loans to government entities involve sovereign risk, while loans to all other entities involve enterprise risk.
Loans involved in a country's external debt are extended by other governments, by international organizations (primarily the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and The World Bank), and by ... "
Abstract This paper explains that the business will include styling and coloring men's hair, hair treatments such as conditioners, shaving facial hair, trimming facial hair, manicures, pedicures, skin treatment, and foot reflexology by appointment two days a week with a certified reflexologist. The author states that the business is in the planning phase, collecting information for final decisions on location, designers for the interior, manufacturers of equipment, products to be used and carried, initial advertising, and start-up financing. The paper relates that the owners already have contracts with several companies to provide a given dollar amount of services per month for employees that will be paid by the corporation
Table of Contents
Name of Business
Nature and Activities of the Business
The Market
Business Phase
Location
Hours
Startup Date
Pricing Strategy
Obsolescence
Licenses
Anticipated Liabilities
Workforce Characteristics
Reasons for Success
From the Paper "The market for these services is the population of men with an interest in both looking good and taking good care of their hair, face, hands and feet. More particularly, because this is envisioned as an upscale shop with sophisticated masculine architecture and appointments (chairs, walls, waiting area, etc., to be planned by a qualified interior designer for both functionality and attractiveness to the intended market), the market consists mainly of men who have money to spend on exceptional grooming services. We expect these will be mainly business executives at all levels, male models, wealthy individuals, and actors."
Abstract This paper presents a marketing analysis of the air cooling industry in India. The paper describes the products that are available on the market and illustrates the problems evident-- primarily that of poor water quality and water shortage. The paper presents a company analysis of TPI Corporation of the United States, examining its option of introduction into the Indian market. The paper outlines the possible difficulties the company will face.
Outline
Introduction: Industry Outlook
Product Information and Description
Company Analysis
Export Readiness
Company Philosophy
Company Mission
Company Objective
SWOT Analysis
Financial Resources
Management and Organization Style
Management and Marketing Skills
Foreign Market Opportunities
Home Country Constraints
Host Country's Constraints
Identifying Problems & Opportunities
Selecting a Target Market
Environment Analysis
Economic Overview
Transportation
Sales and Promotional Factors
Advertising Costs
Methods of Payment
Conclusion
From the Paper "The market in India for water fans or misting fans as they are also called is problematical at best. Without doubt, the climate (except in the northern mountains) is hot; the problem is, it is also quite humid. Still, the Indian people have been looking for ways to stay cool for centuries. It was India that gave the world the slatted shutter; when air comes in through small spaces (as in shutters, adopted in the American South before air conditioning, or in lattice-work walls as in parts of India), it is cooled. Still, they did not develop a cooling system like that of that ancient Romans, which did use water running through channels to create condensation. The reason, of course, is the problem of water quality. While industrial pollution has now added immeasurably to the water quality problems in India, the sluggish flow of its rivers had always rendered free-flowing water murky, at best."
This paper measures the World Trade Organisation and the International Monetary Fund against basic indicators of democracy and shows how they often fail to meet them.
Abstract Before a government, organisation or institution can be deemed democratic they must satisfy a specific set of criteria. From procedural to substantive perspectives, these can differ in accord with the theory of democracy being used. This paper explores some key indicators of democracy (elections, representativeness and the expression of the will of the people) and the promotion of equality and fairness, as they pertain to the structure, practices and core policies of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), in order to ascertain which organisation is more democratic.
Outline
Elections
Representation
The Will of the People
Equality and Fairness for All
From the Paper "An organisation or institution can only be considered democratic and, in fact, legitimate if they are elected via free and open elections that are generally contested by a minimum of two candidates and the winner determined by (usually) majority rule (Janda, Berry and Goldman 1990: 53). When these principles are applied to the manner in which the WTO and IMF executives and member countries are chosen it is evident that this was not done democratically. Along with the World Bank, executives at the WTO and IMF are not chosen by democratic election they are simply appointed by member countries (Stiglitz 2004: 227), they then act as a representative on behalf of that country. Executives at both institutions in this sense could argue that they promote representative democracy given that they represent their country."
Abstract In recent years, it has become obvious that the countries of Africa are not getting any better financially in spite of structural adjustment programs (SAP) and IMF programs. In fact, unemployment, poverty, and illiteracy continue to rise. Immortality is on the rise, with many children not living to see their fifth birthday. This paper looks at why Africa's people live in poverty in spite of its large number of natural resources and attempts to provide insight into ways that can assist it into becoming more self-sufficient.
Outline
Introduction
Commencement of Problem
Summary of Projected Solution
Effects of the SAPs
Overview of Structural Adjustment Programs
Description of SAPs and IMF Programs
Objectives of SAPs
Effects of SAPs on the Economy
Key Issues of the Program
Program Focus
Potential for Success
Effects on Domestic Economy
Disadvantages
Structural Adjustment Effects in Africa
Overview
Conditionality Effects on African Economy
Credibility of SAPs
Privatization
Potential for Success
Key Issues
Performance Management
Description
Working Under SAPs
Impact on Trade Unions
Effects of SAPs
Possible Solutions
Labor Laws
Impact on Trade Unions
Role of Trade/Labor Unions
Conclusion
From the Paper "The continent of Africa has been plagued by debt since it gained its independence from Europe, and the majority of those debts are owed to the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. Even though these organizations have only been officially in existence since their conception in 1944, the conditions of the IMF and World Bank existed long before that time. As of 2004, Africa's debts to the IMF and World Bank stood at over $300 billion, and it is unlikely that that number is representative of revenues lost to Europe and America since those monies have increased poverty rather than being beneficial to Africa. Every year a total of $15 billion is transferred from the poorest countries in Africa and other places in the world to the richest countries through interest payments."
Tags: bank, debt, financial, fund, global, hipc, interest, international, markets, monetary, poverty, rates, relief, structural, unemployment, world
Abstract This paper provides a financial overview of home improvement retailers, Home Depot and Lowes. The paper discusses financial aspects such as net margin, operating margin, return on equity, sales and earnings, asset utilization ratios, liquidity ratios and debt utilization. The paper then takes a look at the stock values of each company and cites Morningstar analysts' estimates for the fair value of the two stocks.
From the Paper "The Home Depot was founded, according to the company website, in 1978 in Atlanta, Georgia and is currently operating more than 1,900 stores such as The Home Depot, EXPO Design Center, The Home Depot Supply and other subsidiary companies across North America. The company boasts being the world's largest home improvement retailer and defines its business as addressed to "do-it-yourself, do-it-for me and professional customers who serve the home improvement construction and building maintenance market segments". The company feels it has "revolutionized the home improvement industry by offering an unparalleled selection of products and services under one roof". The statement is not far from the truth, since 40,000 different kinds of building materials and lawn and garden products are sold in HD stores today. The company's services include free in-store clinics for honing home improvement skills, design and decorating consultation, truck and tool rental, home delivery and others. Some subsidiaries specialize in flooring, lighting, plumbing and landscape supply. Design professionals are covered by the EXPO Design Centers. The Home Depot operates in 50 U.S. states and in the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, 10 Canadian provinces and Mexico. In addition, two sourcing offices were recently opened in China."
Tags: home appliances laundry systems refrigerators dishwashers, air conditioners over-the-range microhoods countertop microwave ovens
Abstract This paper discusses autism, a spectrum disorder that is characterized by the broad array of symptoms and developmental possibilities reflected in those who suffer from it. The author defines autism and discusses diagnostic conditions for this disorder. The paper also touches on the different subcategories of autism, such as Asperger's Syndrome and Rett's Disorder and discusses the distinctions between autism and autism spectrum disorders. In addition, the author discusses theories relating to the presence of autism and neurological methods are used to locate and identify the presence of autism.
Outline:
Part 1 - Autism Spectrum Disorder
ASD and Related Conditions
ASD, AS and HFA
Part 2--Broader Phenotype in Autism
Part 3: Autism And The 2nd To 4th Digit Ratio
Part 4 - Perception Of Biological Motion Of Faces In Autism
Part 5 - Structural Brain Imaging In Autism
Works Cited
From the Paper "The characteristics which define the severely handicapping neurological condition, autism, vary from one sufferer to the next. As stated in the above examination of its condition, the diagnosis and treatment of autism will vary considerably based on the severity and permutation of the conditions present in the subjected individual. Moreover, autism itself is deeply shrouded in mystery. There are a great many competing and complimentary theories relating to the presence of autism which suggest its causes may be some combination or diversity of factors causing the deleterious genetic mutation preventing proper neurological development."
