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Dell Computer Company Profile, 2002.
An analysis of the Dell Computer Company and its business strategy of direct selling.
715 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 0 sources, MLA, $ 25.95
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A study of Dell and its unusual and highly-profitable business strategy which strongly excludes middlemen. Selling direct to the buyer provides not only economic benefits inherent in maintaining virtually no inventory and lower distribution cost, but also allows them to interact directly with their customer. This paper discusses the history of Dell and how Michael Dell came to establish this very successful hardware company. It details several big deals that Dell has made with companies such as IBM and HP which will help them prosper in the future.
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"Dell Computer Company has a distinction that separates it from the rest of the companies such as Compaq, IBM, Hewlett-Packard and others in the computer hardware market. Dell does not use middlemen; their business strategy is to sell directly to the end user through a variety of interfaces. Selling direct to the buyer provides not only economic benefits inherent in maintaining virtually no inventory and lower distribution cost, but also allows them to interact directly with their customer. This puts them in the enviable position of being able to profitably extend and grow their business through relationships and contacts made from the first purchase. (Fortune Magazine, December 20, 1999.)"
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The Dell Computer Company, 2006.
An overview of the Dell Computer Company and whether it represents a promising investment opportunity.
1,222 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper discusses the growth and successful expansion of the Dell Computer Company and evaluates whether Dell is a sound company for investment. The paper analyzes the company's P/E ratio, its operating profit margin, its profit margin and its working capital in order to make the evaluation and concludes that Dell is in good financial condition.
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"Dell Inc. specializes in computers and computer services. The company products include enterprise systems, notebook computers, and desktop computer systems. Dell also provides consultations, custom hardware and software integration, leasing and asset management, network installation and support, and onsite management. This multifaceted corporation has grown recently from a relatively small company into the largest computer business in the world."
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Innovation Of Dell Computer And Gateway Computer, 2002.
This Management strategy and Policy level paper is on the Innovation Of Dell Computer And Gateway Computer and focuses on the strategies adopted by both Dell Computer and Gateway Computer, to establish a well define position in the global computer market.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This Management strategy and Policy level paper is on the Innovation Of Dell Computer And Gateway Computer and focuses on the strategies adopted by both Dell Computer and Gateway Computer, to establish a well define position in the global computer market. This paper also focuses on the comparison between innovations made by both the industries. It also reviews the factors responsible for setting back Gateway Computer to Dell Computer.
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Innovation Of Dell Computer And Gateway Computer, 2002.
This management strategy and policy level paper is on the innovation of Dell Computer and Gateway Computer and focuses on the strategies adopted by both Dell Computer and Gateway Computer to establish a well defined position in the global computer market.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This Management strategy and Policy level paper is on the Innovation Of Dell Computer And Gateway Computer and focuses on the strategies adopted by both Dell Computer and Gateway Computer, to establish a well defined position in the global computer market. This paper also focuses on the comparison between innovations made by both the industries. It also reviews the factors responsible for setting back Gateway Computer to Dell Computer.
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Dell Computers and the Computer Industry, 2005.
Examines the success of this company within the computer segment.
2,489 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 75.95
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Dell Computers is one of the great success stories of the microcomputer revolution. Starting with only $1000 in capital, Michael Dell built a computer manufacturer which is one of the most successful, and which changed the way that computer manufacturers provide products to consumers. The paper shows that the company's success illustrates the effect that a strong and charismatic leader can have on an organization, and Dell Computers bears the unforgettable imprint of its founder. This research examines the factors which have made Dell successful, considers the state of the computer industry today, and offers recommendations for Dell's strategy in the future.
Paper Outline:
Introduction
Background of Dell Computers
Analysis of Computer Industry
Threat of New Entrants
Rivalry Among Existing Firms
Threat of Substitute Products
Bargaining Power of Buyers
Bargaining Power of Suppliers
STEP Analysis
Technological Factors
Economic Factors
Political Factors
Recommended Strategy for Dell Computer
References
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"The threat of new entrants into the microcomputer market is relatively low. This is because of the high cost of marketing microcomputers when there is little or no brand identification already established, and because the market share for existing firms is being consolidated. The industry itself has changed considerably from when Gateway 2000 entered the market (the most recent entrant of significance), and the price pressures that exist in the market are likely to discourage companies which do not have a solid financial basis on which to base their entrance (Feibus, 1998, p. 69)."
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Dell Computers and the Computer Industry, 2002.
Examines the creation of this computer firm and its place in the world's computer industry.
2,503 words (approx. 10.0 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 76.95
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Dell Computers is one of the great success stories of the microcomputer revolution. The paper first traces the founding of Dell Computers by entrepreneur Michael Dell. It then analyzes the general computer industry, focusing on five factors: threat of new entrants, rivalry among existing firms, threat of substitute products, bargaining powers of buyers and bargaining powers of suppliers. Finally, the paper performs a STEP (social, technological, economical and political factors) analysis of Dell Computers.
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"The American economy is enjoying a period of stable growth that is characterized by stable interest rates and low inflation. Prices for personal computers have been dropping as manufacturers are eager to gain market share and are able to take advantage of declining cost schedules. In 1998, personal computers could be found in 43 percent of American homes; this represents a substantial increase from the 40 percent for the three years previous. It is estimated that 60 percent of American homes will have personal computers by 2002 as prices continue to decline. The decline in prices makes it possible for increased numbers of Americans to afford the machines; the attractiveness of the Web and other benefits fuels the demand for these lower-priced computers (Burrows, 1998, p. 28)."
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Dell Computer and Supply Chain Management, 2006.
An analysis of Dell Computer's supply chain management system and how it has contributed to the company's success.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 5 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper offers a SWOT analysis of Dell Computer and the company's supply chain management. Dell Computer has been highly successful with a system that includes a well-controlled supply chain, and this has been the keystone of its business-to-business commerce as well. A SWOT analysis shows what Dell gets from this supply chain management strategy.
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The Future of Dell Computer, 2005.
An outlook and analysis of future market conditions for Dell Computer.
1,033 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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This paper examines what the future market conditions hold for the Dell Computer company. The paper takes a look at the current structure of the personal computer market, looks at the possible impact new competitors may have on the company and examines a number of other factors such as pricing structure, productivity and government regulations that may affect the company's future.
Market Structure
Impact of New Competitors
Pricing
Productivity
Cost Structure
Price Elasticity of Demand
Future Competitors
Competitors
Strengths and Weaknesses of Competitors
Government Regulations
Supply and Demand
Recommendations
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"At present, the current structure of the PC market is a market structure closer to one of perfect competition, with a very buyer rather than seller friendly focus. Many buyers and sellers and a high level of price volatility characterize the PC industry. However, no market is a textbook definition of any market structure. Although there are many products in the PC industry, they are not all exactly similar in nature and with many substitutes, and there are higher barriers to industry entry than in other competitive market structures-thus this state of perfect competition is somewhat limited. (Investopedia, 2005) But overall, Forbes Magazine has said the PC market growth will moderate in 2005 due to a lack of significant new product introductions in a too-competitive marketplace. ("Market Share," 2005)"
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The Dell Computer Corporation, 2005.
This paper explores the wide-reaching implications of the Dell Computer Corporation direct model for the entire computer industry as presented in "Matching Dell" by Jan W. Rivkin and Michael E. Porter.
1,400 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 46.95
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This paper explains that the Dell Computer Corporation direct model strategy stands out not only because of its elimination of middlemen but also because each computer is custom-designed and made-to-order per the customer's needs. The author points out that the corporation has threatened to undermine years of hard work by industry stalwarts such as IBM and Compaq because most of Dell's competitors manufacture machines to suit the needs of their retailers, resellers or distributors who in turn interacted with customers. The paper concludes that, rather than try to imitate Dell's model, companies with well-established names like IBM, HP/Compaq and Gateway should continue to thrive in their sectors while at the same time coveting more corporate accounts, creating more custom-made computers, easing away from the assembly line and offering the personalized PC purchasing experience for which Dell has become so famous.
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"Software is installed in a separate stage of the manufacturing process, and Dell offers specialized services for companies that require the installation of proprietary software. Companies like HP/Compaq would do well to hone the manufacturing process and shift away from the assembly-line. Customized "cell" production makes for a more stable system that is also tailored to the needs of the user. Also, when an order is placed, a list of parts is compiled and sent to the manufacturing plant located closest to the consumer."
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Dell Computer Company, 2004.
This paper discusses Dell Computer Company?s reaction to two of their organizational decisions that were questioned by consumers.
2,825 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 84.95
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This paper explains that Dell Computer Company?s was criticized because they used prisoners to recondition computers, and they located their customer service center in India.The author points out that, upon receiving criticism for these policies, Dell Computer canceled its contract with Unicor, a branch of the Federal Bureau of Prisons, which uses prisoners for electronics recycling and other similar industrial contract jobs, and brought some of their call centers back to the U.S. from India. The paper concluded that Dell is sensitive to its environmental and societal, labor responsibilities but only after those are made public and may affect its relationship with its customer base.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Literature Review Good Eggs?
All the Leaves are Green?.and the Sky is Blue
Description of Field Research
Results
Discussion and Conclusions
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"The other point of their study was that although academics and business leaders have debated the social responsibilities of business, few have a handle on what the public expects. Corporations, they contend, cannot know how far to go toward helping their communities without this information. But they did note that there is a growing body of literature concerned with defining what it means for a company to be socially responsible. The paper concludes that a socially responsible company must have concerns beyond short-term profitability, and that it must have a commitment to ?minimizing or eliminating any harmful effects and maximizing its long-run beneficial impact on society.? "
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Dell Computer, 2005.
This paper analyzes the marketing mix at Dell Computer.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 23.95
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This paper describes Dell Computer. The author analyzes the way the company integrates each element of the marketing mix into Dell Computer's marketing strategy. The paper illustrates Dell's products and how they are sold.
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"Dell Computer is a well-known computer company that sells primarily through the Internet and to a lesser degree through mail order. This ... is a for-profit organization that has capitalized on the advantages that e-commerce offers to high-technology firms and the company has also developed a reputation for offering good value for its products. This research considers the marketing mix in place at Dell Computer and how the company integrates each aspect of the marketing mix into the marketing strategy. "
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Dell Computer Corporation, 2002.
An overview and SWOT analysis of Dell Computers.
700 words (approx. 2.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 24.95
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Dell Computers, founded in 1984, has a core competency of direct-selling built-to-order computers. By following this path, Michael Dell, the founder, grew the company from an underfunded start-up in college to a multi-billion dollar sales organization. The paper examines organizational structure of the company. It focuses on the 'counter corporate culture' which has been adopted by Dell which leans toward a liberal and loose attitude with excellent corporate benefits. Finally, the paper offers a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats) analysis of the company.
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"Research before the call suggested that Dell is watching dozens of "copycat" companies forming online companies and systems designed similarly to Dell's system. As opposed to IBM, which is "inventory heavy", Dell, by building "to-order boxes" faces lower inventories, which translate to lower costs and higher margins. Lower inventories also allow the company to offer the latest technologies. Both phone calls were well handled, and there was very little "hard selling" done. In fact, the counselor asked a series of questions designed to help focus the discussion into the type of computing power that was needed."
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The Dell Computer Corporation, 2002.
This paper is an extensive analysis, including Porter?s Five Forces and SWOT, of the Dell Computer Corporation.
5,545 words (approx. 22.2 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 135.95
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This paper states that Dell is the leading world direct supplier of computers and is the leading computer manufacturer in the United States. The paper points out the Internet and Dell?s business model are complementary to one another. The author concludes, after using the strategy exercises, that Dell must leverage its internal competencies by continuing with the direct-to-customer model and leverage its external competitive advantage by using the Internet and other value added channels to improve the production and delivery of its products. Many charts and tables.
Table of Contents
Introduction
History
Dell?s Vision Statement
Dell?s Mission Statement
Company Details
The Dell Idea
Dell Products and Services
Desktop Computers
Notebook Computers
Workstations/Servers
Software and Peripherals
Services
Dell Today
Key People
Financial Performance
Strategic Overview
Stakeholders
Human Resources
Health Plans
401 (k)
Profit-Sharing/Bonus
Stock Purchase Plan
Dell Learning
Other Benefits
External Environment
Internal Environment
Porter?s Five Forces
Competitive Rivalry
Product Substitutes
Barriers to Entry
SWOT Analysis
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Conclusion
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"Michael Dell?s idea in the personal computer industry was: Bypass the middleman who adds little value to the products and sell custom-built PCs directly to end-users. By using this innovative direct-marketing approach and by pioneering the industry?s first service and support programs, Dell Computer Corporation has established itself as one of the top vendors of personal computers worldwide. In 15 years, the company?s sales have grown from $6 million to $25.3 billion for the past four quarters. Since its first international subsidiary opened in the United Kingdom in 1987, Dell has opened sales offices in 34 countries around the world, and its 36,500 employees serve customers in more than 170 countries and territories."
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Computer Companies, 2002.
A look at organizational change and the competitive advantage of computer companies.
650 words (approx. 2.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 26.95
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This paper examines how the computer companies in the United States, especially Microsoft and Dell, use organizational change as a management tool in order to improve and maintain their market shares and competitive edge.
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E-Business at Dell Computer Corporation, 2007.
An analysis of the success of Dell Computer Corporation's unique direct selling model combined with build-to-order manufacturing.
2,751 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 82.95
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This paper discusses Dell Computer Corporation's vision statement and its mission statement. It describes its unique competitive differentiators and its go-to-market strategies on serving customers through their direct selling model. The paper describes how Dell's unique direct selling model combined with build-to-order manufacturing has made the company so successful in the market.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Dell's E-Business Analytics Strategy: Foundation for Product Customization
Best Practices in e-business: All about Integration The End Game: Dell's Mass Customization Strategy Conclusion: Analysis and Recommendations of Dell's E-Business Strategies
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"- Only after all the integrations are in place, and the state engines created to specifically track the performance of these systems in synchronization with one another should Dell attempt to re-design their website front-end. What is immediately clear from evaluating their website however is that the approach to managing product selections that invoke a rules-based model needs to be changed to be much more efficient,. Dell needs to move away from a rules-based model driving their site to a constraint engine that is faster, more accurate and does not take so long to react to a specific products' definition."
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