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Financial Market for Merchant Services & Processing, 2002.
A study of the electronic payment processing industry through an analysis of the company, Midwest Payment Systems.
2,990 words (approx. 12.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 88.95
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This paper examines the rapidly growing company, Midwest Payment Systems and provides financial status and future projections. It investigates the electronic payment industry using substantial research data, which was analyzed over the past two years. The paper looks at emerging technologies, expanding markets and potential geographic expansion of the company. The paper includes graphs and statistics.
Table of Contents:
Overview
Industry Definition
Competitive Positioning Analysis
Sustainability Analysis
Strategic Issues Ahead of MPS
Sustainability Analysis: Current Industry Position
Recommendations
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"Overview: Midwest Payment Systems (MPS) delivered an Operating Income of $ 372 million in 2001, contributing 21% to Fifth Third Bank?s Total Operating Income of $ 1797 million. MPS?s contribution to Fifth Third?s Income has been steadily increasing over the years (15% [1999]; 18% [2000]; 21% [2001]). Within MPS, Merchant Services Revenue grew by 32% in 2001 and 30% in 2000, while EFT Services saw growth figures of 44% in 2001 and 38% in 2000 . MPS has also an enviable 23 consecutive years of record performance, given which, it is not surprising that Electronic Payment Processing (MPS) is considered as one of Fifth Third?s four primary businesses."
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The Financial Services Industry and Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP), 2008.
A thesis analyzing the impact of voice over Internet (VoIP) protocol in the financial services industry.
19,660 words (approx. 78.6 pages), 21 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper examines the adoption of voice over Internet (VoIP) protocol in each segment of the financial services industry, specifically focusing on the adoption practices in small, mid-size and large financial services firms. The author points out how companies at each strata of the financial services market change their processes to take advantage of the customer-centric, financial operations and services aspects of having VoIP-based systems in their organizations. The paper researches questions about the adoption of VoIP and its relationship to customer loyalty, the modification of quoting, ordering and payment systems using VoIP, the return on investment (ROI) and how well the customers of financial services firms are adopting VoIP-based applications. Includes several color graphs, figures and illustrations.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Executive Summary
Context of the Problem
Problem Statement
Specific Research Questions
Study Significance and Contribution to This Field
Research Design and Methodology
Phase I: Exploratory Research with Industry Experts using Experience Interviews Phase II: Early Adopter Research
Primary and Secondary Sources of Information
Organization of the Study
Literature Review
Summary
Factors Driving Financial Services' Technology Adoption
Financial Services Technology Needs Assessment
Defining the Financial Value Chain (FVC) and the role of VoIP
VoIP Market Dynamics in Financial Services
Applications Are the Agents of Change in VoIP Financial Services
Introducing the VoIP-Enabled Enterprise
Consensus of Industry Analysts on VoIP in Financial Services
VoIP within Financial Services: A Study of Transitions
Grant Thornton Case Study
Selection Criteria and Evaluation for VoIP System
Deployment at Grant Thornton
Results of the VoIP Implementation
Defining Voice over Internet Protocol
How does VoIP Work?
Step 1: Voice to Digital Data Transformation
Setp 2: Digital Data to IP Transformation
Step 3: Transmission
Step 4: IP Packet to Digital Data Transformation
Step 4: IP packet to Digital Data Transformation
Step 5: Digital Voice to Analog Voice Transformation
The Critical Role of VoIP Standards
A Critical Success Factor in Financial Services in Security over VoIP
Threats to VoIP
Confidentiality
ARP floods
VoIP Influence on Customer Loyalty
Executive Summary
Touch-Tone Interactive Voice Recognition
Automated Speech Recognition
Web Self-Service Sites
Analysts'\ Recommendations for Creating Value-Added Services Based on VoIP
Analysts' Recommendations for Launching Self-Service Channels Based on VoIP
Summary
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"Applications are the integration point between technology and business processes, and the growth of VoIP-based applications specifically in the areas of financial services and the growth of online banking, online investing and the many services financial institutions are working to deliver over the Internet.
"In a world of circuit switched networks (the foundation of PSTN Service), telephony has always been about access and security. The role of security in circuit switched networks is one that is highly matured, trusted, and relied on by even the most resistant-to-change financial institutions."
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UK Financial Services and Markets Act of 2000, 2002.
This paper analyzes the Financial Services and Markets Act, whose aim is to provide the entire financial and services industry within the United Kingdom with a single regulator.
966 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 34.95
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The paper discusses the powers and responsibilities of the Financial Services Authority set up under the new Act of Parliament. It also looks at some of the more controversial points in the Act and the effect it will also have in regulating the journalism industry as well as internet communications.
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"For those organizations that do not carry on a regulated activity, there may be subjectivity to the provisions of this legislation. An example would be those businesses that are seeking capital whether or not through financial markets. Organizations such as these will be regulated in the manner in which they seek to solicit funding. Regardless of participation, all market participants will be required to conform to the ?Code of Market Conduct.? The code function is for the purpose of stamping out abuse in the financial services marketplace."
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Loyalty in Online Services of Financial Companies, 2008.
A research paper that analyzes of innovations in information technology in the financial services industry and the effect on customer loyalty.
11,762 words (approx. 47.0 pages), 31 sources, APA, $ 228.95
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This paper analyzes the factors that affect a customer's loyalty in the online services of financial service companies. It specifically provides evidence from the Greek stock market. The paper provides a conceptual profile of the financial services industry and how it has been affected by and has made use of innovations in information technology in recent years. It also looks at the four major pillars of the financial services industry. The paper then shows that the theory base for brand loyalty has been based on numerous efforts to model basic consumer behavior in terms of how consumers evaluate alternatives and make purchase decisions.
Table of Contents:
Review of the Literature
Definitions of Terms
Background and Overview
The Financial Services Industry and Information Technology
Customer Loyalty Considerations in the Financial Services Industry
Brand Loyalty and the Importance of Information Technology
Trust and Service Quality Issues
Costs of Switching Services
Chapter Summary
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"In addition, Das (2004) reports that recent advances in information technology have proven to be a facilitating factor for many financial services companies, improving the capability of both investors and creditors to manage their portfolios and undertake better risk analysis of credit and market risks. As Gerstman and Meyers emphasize, though, consumers will still seek out those financial services that can provide them with the best mix of online and traditional services that allow them to maintain existing market share and gain additional inroads on their competition. These authors note that, "Across that entire spectrum, the comprehensive definition of customer or brand experiences will help to shape and guide the way companies manage their brands and achieve competitive advantage" (p. 21). In the final analysis, then, customer satisfaction in and of itself is not sufficient and differentiation must be sought in the conscious development of customer commitment, i.e. loyalty and devotion that transcends short-term 'feel good' relationships by building interdependencies, shared values and mutually beneficial strategies (Lewis & Varey, 2000)."
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The Financial Services Authority (FSA), 2005.
This paper discusses the legal framework of the Financial Services Authority (FSA) and its powers.
2,040 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 64.95
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This paper explains that the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA) replaced the Financial Services Act 1986 and introduced the new single regulator, the Financial Services Authority (FSA), which regulates virtually all financial services in the United Kingdom. The author points out that one of the primary statutory objectives of the FSA is to maintain market confidence as contained in section 3 of FSMA; one of the reasons that market confidence has been given such a high priority by the FSA is because of the concept of systemic risk in the financial services industry. The paper points out that an aim of the FSA is to reduce financial crime as set out in section 6 of FSMA and is one of the prime statutory objectives of the FSA, which has significant powers to prevent and to punish those who commit financial crime.
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"The powers of the FSA can be put into a number of categories, the power to vary or cancel a Part IV permission, the power to withdraw approval under the approved persons provisions, the power to obtain an injunction, the power to take action against a person for misconduct, the power to undertake investigations, powers when firms become insolvent and powers to take disciplinary measures and give warnings. The enforcement of the regulatory framework under these headings is an extremely important function of the FSA, it protects those who use financial services and is pivotal in meeting the statutory objectives the FSA has been set."
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Financial Services in Hong Kong, 2004.
Proposes to examine the process and potential success of a financial services organization in the Hong Kong marketplace.
1,091 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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This paper offers a proposal for an MBA research project that would examine the prospects of opening the Hong Kong marketplace to FTX investment products. The paper provides an overview of the foreign exchange rate system and background information on Hong Kong's economy and market. Also included is an outline of the structure of the proposed research project.
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"The exchange rate is one of the primary factors in the business of international trading. While there have been system changes in the United States, from the Bretton Woods to the present floating rate; and there are differing systems that are implemented throughout the world, the fact remains that the exchange rate is the basis for an amazing amount of financial decisions. Economists will argue over which system is best, but there is not doubt that whatever system is chosen it will still have to be able to withstand the constant fluctuations in supply and demand. In the past few years, the world has seen supposed stable markets plummet after an overvaluation of their currency. Brazil and Russia are just a few of the countries that were affected - Mexico, Asia, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Indonesia are other countries who have had to overhaul their exchange system. Right now the dollar remains strong."
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Financial Intermediation Services, 2000.
An in-depth look at financial intermediation services.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 6 sources, $ 45.95
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An analysis of the role and importance of financial intermediation services provided by institutions such as banks.
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"The financial intermediary moves the resources between these two groups ? businesses and households. This is the major role of financial intermediaries. "
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Intersect Financial Services, 2007.
An overview of Intersect Financial Services and how it can improve its market performance.
2,881 words (approx. 11.5 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 85.95
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This papers discusses the issues and concerns at Intersect Financial Services. Following 9/11 Intersect's market performance has been less than exemplary and its CEO is intent on implementing a change program targeting the organization's sales and marketing department led by its new Executive Vice President. The recommended solution is to implement a quality management program and preferably the Six Sigma program because of its focus on measurable results that concentrate on customer derived metrics.
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Abstract
Describe the Situation
Stakeholder Perspectives/Ethical Dilemmas
Frame the "Right" Problem
Describe the "End-State" Vision
Evaluate the Alternatives
Narrowed List of Alternatives
Identify and Assess Risks
Make the Decision
Develop and Implement the Solution
Evaluate the Results
Conclusion
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"Intersect has successfully implemented a quality management program, Six Sigma, and effectively reengineered all of its internal business processes to reflect its customer-focused strategy. Six Sigma has been instituted in every department and at every functional level of the organization and a dashboard system has been instituted that continuously monitors performance based on the following metrics: sales revenue, customer satisfaction surveys taken quarterly, profit margin, and employee satisfaction surveys taken quarterly."
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Case Study: BC Financial Services, 2008.
Examines problems of communication between employees in the case study of BC Financial Services
1,195 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 40.95
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This paper is a case study of a communication problem that developed at the BC Financial Services company. The paper describes the main people involved in the problem and points out that the communication behaviors of all of the team members contrast and illustrate two polar opposites with regards to interacting with others. The paper states that the issue in this case is how to communicate constructively with each other. The paper then suggests that an accommodation must be made for the fact that organizational cultures will have to change over time. The paper concludes that the miscommunication between two generations of workers in the case study seems rooted in the failure of one person to concede that his style of management is not creating the conditions needed for healthy, hearty and effective workers.
Table of Contents:
Description of Case
Evaluation of Case
Actions for Future
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"Ultimately, this clash is a cultural one, a generational one, and is one that perhaps was unavoidable no matter what Chris did; after all, more than one theorist discussed in our course notes has mentioned how conflict is inherent in organizational affairs. Different people have different objectives and this means that the idea of getting everyone to buy into a new cultural orientation may be impossible. To wit, Ed Parker has risen to a position of prominence within the company by being "tight" with a dollar - by being a good manager in the traditional sense."
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Financial Services Industry, 2002.
A research proposal for the financial services in the united Kingdom.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper is on the research proposal for the financial services industry in the UK.
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Internet/On-Line Banking and Financial Services, 2002.
This paper examines Internet/On-Line Banking and Financial Services
5,150 words (approx. 20.6 pages), 14 sources, $ 187.95
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. It considers both demand factors and supply factors. An extensive SWOT analysis of the problem is presented. Special attention is given to the opportunities electronic instruments offer to financial institutions and the potential security and privacy threats they present.
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The Financial Services Industry.
This paper discusses that the financial service industry has changed dramatically in the recent years due to self-inflicted problems and recent corporate scandals.
1,020 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper explains that financial institutions, tasked with assisting companies and individuals with monitoring finances, in the next 10 years, show great promise for growth. The author points out that in the next ten years there will be changes in the way accounting is done; new regulations and laws like the Sarbanes-Oaxley Act of 2002 have helped strengthen the need for accuracy in reporting financial information. The paper stresses that the reforming of Social Security is an urgent priority because it is a large share of federal spending and taxes; changes in Social Security will also affect Medicare, labor force participation and savings
Table of Contents
Financial Institutions in the Global Economy: The Next Ten Years
The Impact on Stakeholder Relationships the Organization has with Financial Institutions
From the Paper
"The internet is an excellent source for researching information as well as educating ourselves on organizations, and over the past two decades the United States has seen a significant shift away from State provision of pensions, health and education, towards individual provision. This has greatly increased individual participation in financial markets and has fueled the demand for equity trading. An important vehicle for such participation is, and will increasingly be, the Internet. Aided by related technologies, the Internet market is growing very fast by providing a cost effective round-the-clock service directly to consumers. The Internet is user-driven and provides the consumer with an easy means of switching business, traditional loyalties to particular brokerages and particular financial houses are under significant threat."
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Financial Services Industry in Switzerland, 2001.
Background, types of services, major players, risks, Swiss bank accounts, Swiss economy.
3,375 words (approx. 13.5 pages), 11 sources, $ 119.95
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"Introduction
This research examines the financial services industry in Switzerland. Background information is provided delineating the types of financial services that are widely available in Switzerland, as well as the types of financial services companies that are found in that country. Major players in the financial services industry in Switzerland also are identified. The regulatory system and the functioning of the Swiss financial services industry is reviewed. This discussion also includes comments concerning the types and magnitude of risk confronting Swiss financial services institutions.
Background Information: Types of Financial Services Available and Types of Financial Services Companies Present.."
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Financial Services and Market Act (FSA), 2003.
Discusses various aspects of the 2000 UK Act.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 31.95
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Discusses the Act's original intention, criticisms of the Act, the large number of amendments, the direct effect on financial services-related business, and the far-reaching powers of the Act. Examines the framework of the FSA and covers its controversial elements.
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"The Financial Services and Markets Act of 2000 received royal assent on June 14, 2000. The original intention of the Act was to provide the entire financial and services industry within the United Kingdom, the advantages associated with ..."
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Analysis of an Online Personal Financial Services Company, 2001.
An in-depth look at an online company from a business and marketing perspective.
7,236 words (approx. 28.9 pages), 45 sources, $ 161.95
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This paper is an in-depth analysis of online company "E*Trade", covering topics such as: recent strategic acquisitions / alliances, average customer characteristics, 1998 market share for retail brokerage accounts, market share of online equity trades, cost structure of brokers, comparison of products and services offered by the leading online brokerages, SWOT Analysis Matrix.
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"Founded as a service bureau in 1982 by Bill Porter, a physicist and E*Trade provided online quote and trading services to Fidelity, Charles Schwab, and Quick and Reilly. This led Bill Porter to wonder why individual investors had to pay a broker hundreds of dollars for stock transactions. With incredible foresight, he saw the solution at hand. He envisioned that someday everyone would own computers and invest through them with unprecedented efficiency and control. It would take years for the investment world to catch up with Bill?s vision. In 1992, E*Trade Securities, Inc., one of the original all-electronic brokerages, was born and began offering online investing services through America Online and CompuServe. With the launch of the Palo Alto, California based www.etrade.com company in 1996, demand for E*Trade services exploded."
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