Abstract
This paper describes the business strategy of Space Data Corporation, beginning with a discussion on the initial business model and services offered by the company, a description of the product line strategy and a look at the economic model used to start the business. The paper continues with a discussion of the company's market potential, market segmentation and how the founders raised the capital to start their business. In addition, the paper touches upon the marketing strategy of the company and the technology issues the company faced.

Table of Contents:
The Nature of Entrepreneurial Management
Recognizing and Defining an Opportunity
Formulating a Business Concept
Product Line Strategy
Economic Model of the Business
Estimating Market Potential
Buyer Behavior and Market Segmentation
The Concepts of Objective, Strategies and Tactics/Types of Strategy
Resource Strategies and Leveraging
Finding Money and Raising Capital
Pro Forma Financial Statements
Valuation
Determining How Much Money is Needed
Deal Structure
Marketing Strategy and Tactics for a New Venture
Operations of the Business
Technology Issues within the Venture
Forms of Organization
Problems with Growth Strategies and Harvesting

From the Paper
"Jerry first drew upon family capital, $500,000 total from family members. Board members were sought for their engineering and legal expertise to deal with government regulations regarding the technology, as well as familial loyalty and belief in the project concept, which cold keep legal and employee costs down. Overtures were made to Motorola, the international communications company that was enthused by the concept. The company continued to draw upon familial as well as corporate capital."

Tags:strategy, service-based model, segmentation financing, board members

Abstract
This paper discusses the realities of a new company in the data warehousing/data services industry and the exigencies of thriving in this field. The types of database products, services and supporting infrastructure are discussed as well as business processes and market requirements. The corporation as a business entity is also discussed in terms of its use and implementation of current and emerging technologies, change management techniques and the Internet as a tool and device.

From the Paper
"PanData is a data intelligence business concentrating on the data services industry: warehousing, intelligence, customer relations management (CRM) and list generation. PanData amasses data on the Retail & Foodservice Industries across the North American continent. It has over 70k unique companies in its database. The collected data consists of the following data elements: company contact information, personnel--CEO to mid-level management & buyers, trade areas, products, franchise information, parent companies, locations--geo-codes and addresses, market share information, technology related information--POS hardware/software, scanners, software systems, servers (corporate and in-store), databases/data warehouses, communications and connectivity, EDI, RFID, and Wifi. The types of data are considerable and this list is not all-inclusive. PanData envisions revenue in excess of 10m annually and this revenue is PanData's long-term goal. "

Tags:pandata, data, warehousing

Abstract
This paper explains that Symantec Corporation focuses on helping their consumers protect their infrastructures, information and interactions. The company's grow strategy, which is through product development and acquisitions, such as Vontu, is described and praised by the author. The paper commends Symantec's marketing tool of issuing Internet security reports to stimulate sales.

Table of Contents:
Symantec's Opportunities
Symantec's Product Integration
Acquisitions Movement: Vontu
Internet Security Reports
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Recognition or creation of a risk to their consumer is a great way for Symantec to move forth into new product areas. However, their move into so many additional solutions and products at times causes a loss of focus and centrality in their software in general. They support and have so many different programs that they do not integrate and flow seamlessly with one another. This is a problem which presents them with yet another problem-based opportunity."

Tags:opportunities authentication integration, anti-data leakage, danger

Abstract
The paper discusses how, because of ever increasing reports of problems across the United States resulting from unauthorized access to and theft of sensitive consumer information from otherwise secure data repositories of governmental and corporate entities, Georgia Republican Representative Tom Price introduced the "Data Security Act of 2007" (H.R. 1685) on March 26, 2007 to provide a uniform standard by which data breaches are reported as it relates to the consumer.

From the Paper
"Because of ever increasing reports of problems across the United States resulting from unauthorized access to and theft of sensitive consumer information from otherwise secure data repositories of governmental and corporate entities, Georgia Republican Representative Tom Price introduced the "Data Security Act of 2007" (H.R. 1685) on March 26, 2007 to provide a uniform standard by which data breaches are reported as it relates to the..."

Tags:data, breach, law

Abstract
This paper presents a case Analysis of the Carnival Corporation (based on 2001 case data) that maintains travel industry concerns (economic sluggishness, political terror, public health issues) in 2001 hold true today. The paper provides an internal analysis of Carnival Corporation including the corporation's vision, mission, objectives, goals, strategies and performance.

From the Paper
Carnival Corporation at the time of this case was the industry leader. The industry however was confronting important problems related to general economic sluggishness ..."

Tags:Corporate, Carnival, vacation, travel

Competitive Strategy

SWOT

Financial Performance

Abstract
This three-page undergraduate paper looks into the success of Electronic Data Systems Corporation to find out about the market strategy of the firm and its key success factors. The company commands a strong position in the computer industry and has been able to maintain its success even in these days of U.S. economy crisis.

Abstract
This paper takes an in-depth look at issues relating to information systems and virtual data storage at the Irwin Financial Corporation (IFC). The paper reports that any technology initiative aimed at budget analysis, reducing expenses and improving the efficiency ratio, with a projected return on investment (ROI) aggressive enough to pay for itself in six months to a year, would be welcomed by the CEO and bank management as a whole.

Outline:
Company Information
Operating Challenges
Technical Environment
Management
Recommendation: Data Management, Business Intelligence and Integration
Areas For Future Improvement
Cost Savings
Functionality
Compliance

From the Paper
"HDS' advantage may also come down to successfully convincing IT management that the HDS array system is better than IBM's storage virtualization controller (SVC). HDS has been ahead of EMC in virtualization, and EMC considers the first version of Invista a high-end product. However, IBM has had early success in mid-range land, claiming 1,000 customers for SVC. Virtualization gives HDS a mid-tier product that EMC won't have until the middle of next year at this price range. HDS' virtualization performance should be similar to (if not better than) IBM's. Overall, however, IBM's edge is in implementation with IFC, whereas HDS' edge may be in price and functionality. Again, using Pacific Capital Bancorp in California as a case study, citing its recent award as the winner of Storage Networking World's Best Practices in Storage Systems Implementation, could be used by IS management."

Tags:NYSE, technology, relationships, virtualization, EMC, IBM, investment

Abstract
This paper explains that all organizations, including Starbucks Corporation, must keep track of many types of data, such as payroll, inventory, or even a seating chart for an office, to be as an efficient organization as possible. The author points out that Starbucks, which is a Seattle neighbor of Microsoft, uses Microsoft operating systems and Office packages for its day-to-day operations; Microsoft Excel is a major organizational tool for store and district mangers for the plethora of information needed to coordinate operations. The paper relates that, for the massive operations, the company has instituted heavy firepower from Hewlett Packard and Oracle for their mainframe and database needs.

From the Paper
"Starbucks as a corporation has over 4,500 retail stores with that number growing daily. But, the company also is a major seller and reseller of both unprocessed coffee and tea products worldwide. New business ventures recently implemented include new equity investments in bottled Frappuccino and DoubleShot coffee drinks as well as a coffee flavored line of premium ice creams. With all of these nuances, any and every aspect of the business requires a sound handle on data management."

Tags:wireless, microsoft, oracle, excel, office

Abstract
This paper presents a study that aims to further establish the degree to which data warehousing has been used by organizations in achieving greater competitive advantage within the industries and markets in which they operate. In chapter One of this paper, an introduction of the study is provided, with the overall aims and objectives of the research proposal discussed. Chapter Two involves literature review on the subject. Chapter Three explains the research methodology, and Chapter Four uses this proposal on four case studies. Finally, Chapter Five provides a discussion and a review of the results.

Table of Contents
Introduction
Aims of the Study
Objectives of the Study
Significance of and Justification for the Study
Literature Review
Data Warehousing: Background
Deployment Obstacles
Data Warehouse Design
Benefits and Disadvantages Associated with Data Warehousing
Conclusions
Research Methodology
Research Design
Data Collection
Data Analysis
Results of the Study
Case Study One: Godrej Consumer Products Limited
Case Study Two: Safeway
Case Study Three: Wachovia Corporation
Case Study Four: Standard Chartered Bank
Discussion
Review of the Results
References

From the Paper
"Three of the companies were in periods of ongoing growth in relation to the evolution of data warehousing and its use within the companies while one company was still in the initiation-early deployment phase. While it would appear that some were in the maturity stage, most had specific plans for using the data warehouse as the basis for launching new business activities and strategies. On the basis of this evidence, it is particularly important to note that even during the initiation phase, it was possible for companies to begin to recognize gains in competitive advantage, which further supports the potential for data warehousing to aid businesses in gaining competitive ground."

Tags:documentation, OLTP, DSS, analyst

Abstract
The paper examines the Thomson Corporation and its subsidiaries, which provides information services to business and professional customers worldwide. The paper looks at the roots of this company as well as their strategies, priorities and goals. The paper also discusses the Thomson Corporation's unprecedented takeover of news and data giant, Reuters.

From the Paper
"The Thomson Corporation and its subsidiaries, with headquarters in Stamford, Connecticut, and operations in 37 countries, provide information services to business and professional customers worldwide. The family-owned organization operates through five business areas: Thomson Legal, Thomson Tax and Accounting, Thomson Financial, Thomson Scientific, and Thomson Healthcare. The Thomson Legal business division --- the company's most profitable business last year --- publishes legal textbooks and materials; provides software to assist lawyers with practice management functions; offers Internet-accessible legal directories; provides Web site creation and hosting services and law firm marketing solutions; offers strategic consulting advisory services; and provides textbooks, study aids, bar review courses, continuing education materials, and seminars. It delivers these premium products to the demanding legal industry."

Tags:Reuters, accounting, tax, finance, information, profits, revenues, strategies