Directi Case Study Contest 2010- IIM Shillong Ajax Directi Group
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Directi is analyzing the market opportunity for a new social networking application called CatchUp focused on location-based check-ins and activities. CatchUp would allow users to check-in at locations, share updates and media, participate in games and challenges, and earn rewards. The product design incorporates features like profile pages, live sharing, alerts, itinerary planning, chatting and gaming to meet the needs of mobile users and incentivize use of the application. Business partnerships are also envisioned to provide offers and promotions to monetize the platform.
The document provides a SWOT analysis of Apple Inc. as of 2014. It discusses Apple's strengths such as strong customer loyalty, innovation in mobile technology, and strong financial performance. Weaknesses include high product prices, decreasing market share, and management changes. Opportunities consist of growing markets, new product launches, and pursuing patent damages. Threats involve rapid technology changes, rising costs, and strong competition from Android and other companies. The analysis covers Apple's business, products, competitors and provides an internal and external assessment of its business environment.
- Apple has effectively implemented strategies based on the service marketing mix and servicescape frameworks to differentiate its retail customer experience. It trains retail staff to be customer-oriented and focuses on streamlining operational processes. Apple's signature retail stores have clean, spacious interiors and emphasize a personalized customer service approach. While other retailers have begun emulating aspects of Apple's model, its prioritization of customer service remains an important competitive advantage. However, some argue that approach may not be effective if competitors are able to fully copy the model or if Apple fans are replaced with generic retail staff.
1. Apple experienced significant growth between 2010 and 2012 across key product categories and geographies.
2. iPhone sales skyrocketed with the launch on new carriers like Verizon, though Android led the smartphone market. iPad maintained its leadership in tablets.
3. The company more than tripled its revenue and quadrupled its net income and cash holdings over this period through innovations, retail expansion, and new product introductions.
4. While Steve Jobs stepped down as CEO in 2011 due to health issues, Apple became the largest company by revenue and profit under new leadership.
Apple's marketing mix includes products like the MacBook, iPhone, and iPad, which are priced as premium brands. Apple uses various placement strategies including over 200 retail stores worldwide and an consultants network. Promotional tactics involve discounts, authorized training centers, and the online Apple Store with promotions like free shipping.
Apple has successfully marketed the iPhone through secrecy, innovation, and branding. They target middle-upper income professionals and students with their multifunction device. While Android and Blackberry have larger market shares, iPhone captures over half of overall phone profits due to their strategy of creating compatible, easy to use products aligned with Apple's digital hub.
The case study on Apple Inc. analyzes the company's evolution in the personal computing and music industries, highlighting its initial market leadership and subsequent competition challenges from rivals such as Microsoft. Despite its strong focus on innovation, superior design, and customer service, Apple faces significant hurdles, including a declining market share and increased competitive pressure. The document outlines strategic recommendations for Apple's future growth, emphasizing the need for adaptation and diversification to maintain its market position.
This document provides an overview of Apple Inc., including its history, products, target markets, and marketing strategy. It discusses Apple's introduction and growth over time as it introduced new products like the Macintosh, iPod, iPhone and iPad. It then analyzes Apple's target markets for the iPhone 6, including high income earners, businessmen and teenagers. Finally, it examines Apple's marketing mix, covering their product range, pricing approach, distribution channels and prominent promotional activities like television advertisements.
2024 Trend Updates: What Really Works In SEO & Content MarketingSearch Engine Journal
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The document outlines key SEO and content marketing trends for 2024, emphasizing the impact of AI, the importance of E-E-A-T (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness), and a shift towards user-centric content strategies. It advises against focusing on outdated trends like voice search and stresses the need for creating value-driven, authoritative content. Additionally, it highlights the need to leverage AI as a supportive tool rather than relying solely on it for content creation.
Storytelling For The Web: Integrate Storytelling in your Design ProcessChiara Aliotta
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The document outlines a livestream presentation by Chiara Aliotta on integrating storytelling into web design to enhance user experiences. It covers the storytelling process for designers, emphasizing aspects such as understanding the audience, structuring narratives, and creating emotional connections. The presentation also includes case studies and practical examples to demonstrate effective storytelling in UX/UI design.
This presentation by Thibault Schrepel, Associate Professor of Law at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam University, was made during the discussion Artificial Intelligence, Data and Competition held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/aicomp.
This presentation was uploaded with the authors consent.
How to Leverage AI to Boost Employee Wellness - Lydia Di Francesco - SocialHR...SocialHRCamp
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The document discusses leveraging AI to enhance employee wellness through data analytics, automating tasks, and personalized wellness apps, emphasizing the shared responsibility of employee well-being between leaders and organizations. It outlines best practices for using AI in wellness strategies, including ensuring data privacy and security, understanding employee needs, and promoting inclusivity. Lydia Di Francesco, a wellness specialist, shares insights to optimize workplace wellness strategy using AI-driven data analytics and encourages collaboration and transparency.
2024 State of Marketing Report by HubspotMarius Sescu
油
The State of Marketing 2024 report highlights the transformative impact of AI and automation, emphasizing the importance of personalization and engagement to drive growth in a competitive landscape. Marketers are focusing on optimizing budgets, leveraging social media for brand awareness, and utilizing AI tools to enhance efficiency across tasks. Key trends for 2024 include the rise of experiential marketing, content creation that meets user needs, and strengthened connections through personalized customer experiences.
ChatGPT is an AI chatbot developed by OpenAI, built on advanced language models to facilitate human-like conversational interactions. Launched in November 2022, it utilizes a transformer architecture to understand and generate text, with applications ranging from content creation to customer service. Despite its capabilities, there are concerns about potential misuse and biases in its responses, which OpenAI aims to mitigate through moderation and user feedback.
Product Design Trends in 2024 | Teenage EngineeringsPixeldarts
油
The realm of product design is a constantly changing environment where technology and style intersect. Every year introduces fresh challenges and exciting trends that mold the future of this captivating art form. In this piece, we delve into the significant trends set to influence the look and functionality of product design in the year 2024.
How Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental HealthThinkNow
油
The November 2023 mental health report indicates that 70% of respondents rate their mental health as 'good' or 'excellent,' with higher diagnoses reported among African Americans and non-Hispanic whites compared to Hispanics and Asians. Younger generations, particularly Gen Z and millennials, are more likely to experience mental health challenges, seek information online, and report that their mental health impacts their work and relationships. Half of the respondents feel comfortable discussing their mental health with professionals, although Gen Z shows the least comfort in this area.
AI Trends in Creative Operations 2024 by Artwork Flow.pdfmarketingartwork
油
Creative operations teams expect increased AI use in 2024. Currently, over half of tasks are not AI-enabled, but this is expected to decrease in the coming year. ChatGPT is the most popular AI tool currently. Business leaders are more actively exploring AI benefits than individual contributors. Most respondents do not believe AI will impact workforce size in 2024. However, some inhibitions still exist around AI accuracy and lack of understanding. Creatives primarily want to use AI to save time on mundane tasks and boost productivity.
Organizational culture includes values, norms, systems, symbols, language, assumptions, beliefs, and habits that influence employee behaviors and how people interpret those behaviors. It is important because culture can help or hinder a company's success. Some key aspects of Netflix's culture that help it achieve results include hiring smartly so every position has stars, focusing on attitude over just aptitude, and having a strict policy against peacocks, whiners, and jerks.
PEPSICO Presentation to CAGNY Conference Feb 2024Neil Kimberley
油
PepsiCo provided a safe harbor statement noting that any forward-looking statements are based on currently available information and are subject to risks and uncertainties. It also provided information on non-GAAP measures and directing readers to its website for disclosure and reconciliation. The document then discussed PepsiCo's business overview, including that it is a global beverage and convenient food company with iconic brands, $91 billion in net revenue in 2023, and nearly $14 billion in core operating profit. It operates through a divisional structure with a focus on local consumers.
Content Methodology: A Best Practices Report (Webinar)contently
油
This document provides an overview of content methodology best practices. It defines content methodology as establishing objectives, KPIs, and a culture of continuous learning and iteration. An effective methodology focuses on connecting with audiences, creating optimal content, and optimizing processes. It also discusses why a methodology is needed due to the competitive landscape, proliferation of channels, and opportunities for improvement. Components of an effective methodology include defining objectives and KPIs, audience analysis, identifying opportunities, and evaluating resources. The document concludes with recommendations around creating a content plan, testing and optimizing content over 90 days.
How to Prepare For a Successful Job Search for 2024Albert Qian
油
The document provides guidance on preparing a job search for 2024. It discusses the state of the job market, focusing on growth in AI and healthcare but also continued layoffs. It recommends figuring out what you want to do by researching interests and skills, then conducting informational interviews. The job search should involve building a personal brand on LinkedIn, actively applying to jobs, tailoring resumes and interviews, maintaining job hunting as a habit, and continuing self-improvement. Once hired, the document advises setting new goals and keeping skills and networking active in case of future opportunities.
The 2024 social media marketing trends report highlights significant shifts influenced by generative AI, including the emergence of personalized content, the rise of virtual influencers, and a stronger focus on user-generated content. Insights were gathered from 33 experts across 23 leading independent agencies, providing a perspective that emphasizes creativity and authenticity in marketing strategies. Key trends also include the blending of B2B and B2C approaches, reflecting changes in consumer behavior and the evolving landscape of social media engagement.
Trends In Paid Search: Navigating The Digital Landscape In 2024Search Engine Journal
油
The document discusses trends in paid search for 2024, highlighting changes in user behavior, the implications for financial services, and privacy challenges. It emphasizes the importance of adapting search strategies, utilizing AI-driven tools like performance max and smart bidding, and leveraging first-party data for better marketing efficacy. Key takeaways include holistic SEO and SEM approaches, monitoring shifting user intents, and the need for continuous performance evaluation.
5 Public speaking tips from TED - Visualized summarySpeakerHub
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The document outlines five public speaking tips from Chris Anderson, TED Talks curator, emphasizing the importance of eye contact, vulnerability, humor, humility, and storytelling. These skills are presented as essential for engaging audiences effectively and are increasingly valuable in today's economy. The article posits that mastering these techniques can enhance speakers' ability to communicate ideas powerfully.
ChatGPT and the Future of Work - Clark Boyd Clark Boyd
油
The document provides an overview of generative AI, particularly focusing on ChatGPT and its implications for business and the job market. It discusses the rapid growth of generative AI, its applications in marketing, and the skills needed for the AI era while addressing potential job displacement and the need for adaptation. The agenda includes a Q&A session and emphasizes rethinking work in collaboration with AI technology.
The document provides career advice for getting into the tech field, including:
- Doing projects and internships in college to build a portfolio.
- Learning about different roles and technologies through industry research.
- Contributing to open source projects to build experience and network.
- Developing a personal brand through a website and social media presence.
- Networking through events, communities, and finding a mentor.
- Practicing interviews through mock interviews and whiteboarding coding questions.
Google's Just Not That Into You: Understanding Core Updates & Search IntentLily Ray
油
1. Core updates from Google periodically change how its algorithms assess and rank websites and pages. This can impact rankings through shifts in user intent, site quality issues being caught up to, world events influencing queries, and overhauls to search like the E-A-T framework.
2. There are many possible user intents beyond just transactional, navigational and informational. Identifying intent shifts is important during core updates. Sites may need to optimize for new intents through different content types and sections.
3. Responding effectively to core updates requires analyzing "before and after" data to understand changes, identifying new intents or page types, and ensuring content matches appropriate intents across video, images, knowledge graphs and more.
The document provides essential tips on how to handle difficult conversations in a workplace setting, emphasizing the importance of preparation, environment, and timing. It highlights that many employees dread such conversations, often leading to avoidance and worsening situations. Ultimately, the guide aims to promote positive outcomes while maintaining professional relationships.
2024 Trend Updates: What Really Works In SEO & Content MarketingSearch Engine Journal
油
The document outlines key SEO and content marketing trends for 2024, emphasizing the impact of AI, the importance of E-E-A-T (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness), and a shift towards user-centric content strategies. It advises against focusing on outdated trends like voice search and stresses the need for creating value-driven, authoritative content. Additionally, it highlights the need to leverage AI as a supportive tool rather than relying solely on it for content creation.
Storytelling For The Web: Integrate Storytelling in your Design ProcessChiara Aliotta
油
The document outlines a livestream presentation by Chiara Aliotta on integrating storytelling into web design to enhance user experiences. It covers the storytelling process for designers, emphasizing aspects such as understanding the audience, structuring narratives, and creating emotional connections. The presentation also includes case studies and practical examples to demonstrate effective storytelling in UX/UI design.
This presentation by Thibault Schrepel, Associate Professor of Law at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam University, was made during the discussion Artificial Intelligence, Data and Competition held at the 143rd meeting of the OECD Competition Committee on 12 June 2024. More papers and presentations on the topic can be found at oe.cd/aicomp.
This presentation was uploaded with the authors consent.
How to Leverage AI to Boost Employee Wellness - Lydia Di Francesco - SocialHR...SocialHRCamp
油
The document discusses leveraging AI to enhance employee wellness through data analytics, automating tasks, and personalized wellness apps, emphasizing the shared responsibility of employee well-being between leaders and organizations. It outlines best practices for using AI in wellness strategies, including ensuring data privacy and security, understanding employee needs, and promoting inclusivity. Lydia Di Francesco, a wellness specialist, shares insights to optimize workplace wellness strategy using AI-driven data analytics and encourages collaboration and transparency.
2024 State of Marketing Report by HubspotMarius Sescu
油
The State of Marketing 2024 report highlights the transformative impact of AI and automation, emphasizing the importance of personalization and engagement to drive growth in a competitive landscape. Marketers are focusing on optimizing budgets, leveraging social media for brand awareness, and utilizing AI tools to enhance efficiency across tasks. Key trends for 2024 include the rise of experiential marketing, content creation that meets user needs, and strengthened connections through personalized customer experiences.
ChatGPT is an AI chatbot developed by OpenAI, built on advanced language models to facilitate human-like conversational interactions. Launched in November 2022, it utilizes a transformer architecture to understand and generate text, with applications ranging from content creation to customer service. Despite its capabilities, there are concerns about potential misuse and biases in its responses, which OpenAI aims to mitigate through moderation and user feedback.
Product Design Trends in 2024 | Teenage EngineeringsPixeldarts
油
The realm of product design is a constantly changing environment where technology and style intersect. Every year introduces fresh challenges and exciting trends that mold the future of this captivating art form. In this piece, we delve into the significant trends set to influence the look and functionality of product design in the year 2024.
How Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental HealthThinkNow
油
The November 2023 mental health report indicates that 70% of respondents rate their mental health as 'good' or 'excellent,' with higher diagnoses reported among African Americans and non-Hispanic whites compared to Hispanics and Asians. Younger generations, particularly Gen Z and millennials, are more likely to experience mental health challenges, seek information online, and report that their mental health impacts their work and relationships. Half of the respondents feel comfortable discussing their mental health with professionals, although Gen Z shows the least comfort in this area.
AI Trends in Creative Operations 2024 by Artwork Flow.pdfmarketingartwork
油
Creative operations teams expect increased AI use in 2024. Currently, over half of tasks are not AI-enabled, but this is expected to decrease in the coming year. ChatGPT is the most popular AI tool currently. Business leaders are more actively exploring AI benefits than individual contributors. Most respondents do not believe AI will impact workforce size in 2024. However, some inhibitions still exist around AI accuracy and lack of understanding. Creatives primarily want to use AI to save time on mundane tasks and boost productivity.
Organizational culture includes values, norms, systems, symbols, language, assumptions, beliefs, and habits that influence employee behaviors and how people interpret those behaviors. It is important because culture can help or hinder a company's success. Some key aspects of Netflix's culture that help it achieve results include hiring smartly so every position has stars, focusing on attitude over just aptitude, and having a strict policy against peacocks, whiners, and jerks.
PEPSICO Presentation to CAGNY Conference Feb 2024Neil Kimberley
油
PepsiCo provided a safe harbor statement noting that any forward-looking statements are based on currently available information and are subject to risks and uncertainties. It also provided information on non-GAAP measures and directing readers to its website for disclosure and reconciliation. The document then discussed PepsiCo's business overview, including that it is a global beverage and convenient food company with iconic brands, $91 billion in net revenue in 2023, and nearly $14 billion in core operating profit. It operates through a divisional structure with a focus on local consumers.
Content Methodology: A Best Practices Report (Webinar)contently
油
This document provides an overview of content methodology best practices. It defines content methodology as establishing objectives, KPIs, and a culture of continuous learning and iteration. An effective methodology focuses on connecting with audiences, creating optimal content, and optimizing processes. It also discusses why a methodology is needed due to the competitive landscape, proliferation of channels, and opportunities for improvement. Components of an effective methodology include defining objectives and KPIs, audience analysis, identifying opportunities, and evaluating resources. The document concludes with recommendations around creating a content plan, testing and optimizing content over 90 days.
How to Prepare For a Successful Job Search for 2024Albert Qian
油
The document provides guidance on preparing a job search for 2024. It discusses the state of the job market, focusing on growth in AI and healthcare but also continued layoffs. It recommends figuring out what you want to do by researching interests and skills, then conducting informational interviews. The job search should involve building a personal brand on LinkedIn, actively applying to jobs, tailoring resumes and interviews, maintaining job hunting as a habit, and continuing self-improvement. Once hired, the document advises setting new goals and keeping skills and networking active in case of future opportunities.
The 2024 social media marketing trends report highlights significant shifts influenced by generative AI, including the emergence of personalized content, the rise of virtual influencers, and a stronger focus on user-generated content. Insights were gathered from 33 experts across 23 leading independent agencies, providing a perspective that emphasizes creativity and authenticity in marketing strategies. Key trends also include the blending of B2B and B2C approaches, reflecting changes in consumer behavior and the evolving landscape of social media engagement.
Trends In Paid Search: Navigating The Digital Landscape In 2024Search Engine Journal
油
The document discusses trends in paid search for 2024, highlighting changes in user behavior, the implications for financial services, and privacy challenges. It emphasizes the importance of adapting search strategies, utilizing AI-driven tools like performance max and smart bidding, and leveraging first-party data for better marketing efficacy. Key takeaways include holistic SEO and SEM approaches, monitoring shifting user intents, and the need for continuous performance evaluation.
5 Public speaking tips from TED - Visualized summarySpeakerHub
油
The document outlines five public speaking tips from Chris Anderson, TED Talks curator, emphasizing the importance of eye contact, vulnerability, humor, humility, and storytelling. These skills are presented as essential for engaging audiences effectively and are increasingly valuable in today's economy. The article posits that mastering these techniques can enhance speakers' ability to communicate ideas powerfully.
ChatGPT and the Future of Work - Clark Boyd Clark Boyd
油
The document provides an overview of generative AI, particularly focusing on ChatGPT and its implications for business and the job market. It discusses the rapid growth of generative AI, its applications in marketing, and the skills needed for the AI era while addressing potential job displacement and the need for adaptation. The agenda includes a Q&A session and emphasizes rethinking work in collaboration with AI technology.
The document provides career advice for getting into the tech field, including:
- Doing projects and internships in college to build a portfolio.
- Learning about different roles and technologies through industry research.
- Contributing to open source projects to build experience and network.
- Developing a personal brand through a website and social media presence.
- Networking through events, communities, and finding a mentor.
- Practicing interviews through mock interviews and whiteboarding coding questions.
Google's Just Not That Into You: Understanding Core Updates & Search IntentLily Ray
油
1. Core updates from Google periodically change how its algorithms assess and rank websites and pages. This can impact rankings through shifts in user intent, site quality issues being caught up to, world events influencing queries, and overhauls to search like the E-A-T framework.
2. There are many possible user intents beyond just transactional, navigational and informational. Identifying intent shifts is important during core updates. Sites may need to optimize for new intents through different content types and sections.
3. Responding effectively to core updates requires analyzing "before and after" data to understand changes, identifying new intents or page types, and ensuring content matches appropriate intents across video, images, knowledge graphs and more.
The document provides essential tips on how to handle difficult conversations in a workplace setting, emphasizing the importance of preparation, environment, and timing. It highlights that many employees dread such conversations, often leading to avoidance and worsening situations. Ultimately, the guide aims to promote positive outcomes while maintaining professional relationships.
16. Conclusions:El que podem observar amb lanlisi de la pgina web dApple es que hi ha tres etapes:Del 1996 a lany 2000: Veiem grans canvis destructura, tamb辿 veiem canvis de colors i de composici坦, a base de canvis anem veient com es va formantl identitat de la pgina web.Lany 2000:La imatge de la web est casi formada ja, sassenten els valors dapple a Internet, les formes orgniques, els colors metl揃lics,els degradats,les formes arrodonides i orgniques, caracter鱈stiques que podem veure ens els mateixos productes. Del 2000 a lany 2011:En aquesta etapa podem observar petits canvis destructura i est竪tics estilitzant m辿s i acabant dintegrar tots els elements de la pginaentre si. Tot i aix嘆 sempre est basada en la pgina web creada el 2000.