The document discusses observations of store layouts and opportunities for improvement. It notes that higher priced items are at eye level, some stores use artificial scents, and neon signs convey a less upscale feel. An open layout induces more browsing while narrow aisles are for finding items quickly. Impulse buys are near the register in consistent categories. Most shoppers visit only some aisles regularly. Opportunities include mixing open and structured layouts for browsing and discovery, changing cash register impulse items, and paying to feature products at eye level for a limited time.
This document describes a new sport that can be played using common household items. Players take turns selecting a letter and finding an object starting with that letter to use. They then must come up with a game that can be played with the two objects. Players continue playing, each adding a new rule until someone fails to follow the rules. The goal is to create an entirely new sport on the fly using only everyday objects found in one's home.
Group 4 presented on changing business models at Dell. The document discussed Dell's origins starting as a dorm room business and its transition to a direct sales model. It then summarized Dell's growth in the 1990s and 2000s, attributed to its efficient direct model and early adoption of e-commerce. However, the PC market began shrinking in the late 2000s. The document analyzed Dell's transition to a hybrid direct/indirect model starting in 2007 to address a maturing market. It compared the benefits of Dell's original direct model versus the new hybrid approach.
Unilever had over 1600 brands with no strategic coherency due to decentralization. It reduced brands to 400 masterbrands, each with a dedicated global brand unit to set a unified vision. This allows brands to leverage equity through extensions and associations under consistent identities. Dove evolved from a functional bathing bar to a brand with a viewpoint celebrating real beauty. It broadened its definition through campaigns and products under its umbrella. Unilever now manages brands globally with single visions, leveraging equity between stronger and weaker brands through associations and extensions.
The document is a visual cheat sheet for jQuery 1.7 that provides an overview of jQuery core functionality, selectors, attributes, traversing, manipulation, CSS, events, effects, AJAX, utilities, callbacks, data, and deferred objects. It includes icons to denote new or changed features in jQuery 1.7 and uses formatting to organize the content into sections.
The document discusses the history, components, types, frequencies and applications of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology. It describes the basic parts of an RFID system and how passive, semi-passive, and active RFID tags operate. Examples of common applications of RFID technology are also provided across various industries such as logistics, retail, transportation and more.
Host an unforgettable dinner party with a single loaf of bread by:
1. Baking one large loaf of bread for guests to enjoy as an appetizer with various toppings from different cuisines.
2. Using pieces of bread decoratively on the table and as serving pieces for the soup-filled main course.
3. Feeding any leftover bread crumbs to birds after dinner for a fun activity with guests.
Host an unforgettable dinner party with a single loaf of bread by:
1. Baking one large loaf of bread for guests to enjoy as an appetizer with various toppings from different cuisines.
2. Using pieces of bread decoratively on the table and as serving pieces for the soup-filled main course.
3. Finishing off any leftovers by feeding bread crumbs to birds in the yard.
This document presents and analyzes several alternatives to address Dominion Motor Company's loss of market share to a competitor. It discusses reducing the price of their 10HP motor to match the competitor's 7.5HP motor price. It also considers modifying their 7.5HP motor, developing a new 5HP motor, or challenging the competitor's product rankings. The best solution is reducing the 10HP price temporarily while developing the new 5HP motor. They will reassure customers of the 10HP motor's quality and introduce the upcoming higher torque 5HP motor at a special price. Conducting independent tests may also challenge the competitor's ranking methodology.
Mankind Pharma is an Indian pharmaceutical company that was founded in 1995 with a goal of providing quality medicines at affordable prices. It has since grown to become the 8th largest drug manufacturer in India with a diverse portfolio that includes medicines, veterinary products, and personal care items. Mankind employs an aggressive marketing strategy focused on rural areas using a large network of medical representatives. Their competitive advantages include offering low prices tailored to price-sensitive rural customers, and an emphasis on marketing and sales over research. Their growth strategy focuses on international expansion while continuing to strengthen their portfolio and tackle industry challenges.
This document analyzes the performance of Hero Motocorp, the largest motorcycle manufacturer in India. It summarizes that while Hero Motocorp leads the domestic market, its profitability is lower than competitor Bajaj. The document also analyzes factors like sales segmentation, expenses, liquidity ratios, and cash flows. It identifies areas for improvement like increasing profit margins, expanding exports and premium offerings, and improving resource management to better compete against Japanese manufacturers.
Tackling sanitation challenges in indian villagesAniket Harsh
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This document discusses interventions for improving rural sanitation and creating model villages in India. It outlines that inadequate sanitation costs India over 600,000 lives annually and leads to economic losses of over 2 trillion rupees. To address this, it proposes implementing a demand-driven approach focusing on behavior change through community awareness campaigns. It also suggests supplying affordable and low-maintenance sanitation options like bio-toilets. Developing a gendered approach, improving hygiene practices, fostering government champions, and customizing solutions for each community are key cornerstones for effective sanitation provision outlined in the document.
The document discusses the benefits and challenges of introducing an e-commerce system to an organization. Some key benefits include access to a global marketplace, 24/7 trading, low start-up and running costs, and effective search facilities. However, there are also challenges such as low consumer trust without human contact, potential issues with product descriptions, and security risks in providing personal information online. The document also outlines some of the technologies that power e-commerce systems, such as browsers, databases, domain names, and protocols to connect websites. Promotion of the e-commerce site through search engine optimization and paid placement is also mentioned.
Host an unforgettable dinner party with a single loaf of bread by:
1. Baking one large loaf of bread for guests to enjoy as an appetizer with various toppings from different cuisines.
2. Using pieces of bread decoratively on the table and as serving pieces for the soup-filled main course.
3. Finishing off any leftovers by feeding bread crumbs to birds in the yard.
This document presents and analyzes several alternatives to address Dominion Motor Company's loss of market share to a competitor. It discusses reducing the price of their 10HP motor to match the competitor's 7.5HP motor price. It also considers modifying their 7.5HP motor, developing a new 5HP motor, or challenging the competitor's product rankings. The best solution is reducing the 10HP price temporarily while developing the new 5HP motor. They will reassure customers of the 10HP motor's quality and introduce the upcoming higher torque 5HP motor at a special price. Conducting independent tests may also challenge the competitor's ranking methodology.
Mankind Pharma is an Indian pharmaceutical company that was founded in 1995 with a goal of providing quality medicines at affordable prices. It has since grown to become the 8th largest drug manufacturer in India with a diverse portfolio that includes medicines, veterinary products, and personal care items. Mankind employs an aggressive marketing strategy focused on rural areas using a large network of medical representatives. Their competitive advantages include offering low prices tailored to price-sensitive rural customers, and an emphasis on marketing and sales over research. Their growth strategy focuses on international expansion while continuing to strengthen their portfolio and tackle industry challenges.
This document analyzes the performance of Hero Motocorp, the largest motorcycle manufacturer in India. It summarizes that while Hero Motocorp leads the domestic market, its profitability is lower than competitor Bajaj. The document also analyzes factors like sales segmentation, expenses, liquidity ratios, and cash flows. It identifies areas for improvement like increasing profit margins, expanding exports and premium offerings, and improving resource management to better compete against Japanese manufacturers.
Tackling sanitation challenges in indian villagesAniket Harsh
Ìý
This document discusses interventions for improving rural sanitation and creating model villages in India. It outlines that inadequate sanitation costs India over 600,000 lives annually and leads to economic losses of over 2 trillion rupees. To address this, it proposes implementing a demand-driven approach focusing on behavior change through community awareness campaigns. It also suggests supplying affordable and low-maintenance sanitation options like bio-toilets. Developing a gendered approach, improving hygiene practices, fostering government champions, and customizing solutions for each community are key cornerstones for effective sanitation provision outlined in the document.
The document discusses the benefits and challenges of introducing an e-commerce system to an organization. Some key benefits include access to a global marketplace, 24/7 trading, low start-up and running costs, and effective search facilities. However, there are also challenges such as low consumer trust without human contact, potential issues with product descriptions, and security risks in providing personal information online. The document also outlines some of the technologies that power e-commerce systems, such as browsers, databases, domain names, and protocols to connect websites. Promotion of the e-commerce site through search engine optimization and paid placement is also mentioned.