by
Kanopy (Firm)
Call Number
658.8 STR
Publication Date
2016 2015
Summary
What do we mean when we talk about business strategy? Start thinking more smartly about strategy with this introductory lecture that covers four key facts about competition and the two drivers of profitability: industry structure and competitive advantage.
Format:
Electronic Resources
Relevance:
3.3751
Call Number
384.8065 WHY
Publication Date
2016 2015
Summary
Turn now to corporate strategy, which involves determining where to compete, not how. Explore the corporate strategies of horizontal and vertical integration (and their two types) in the context of Disney's acquisition of Pixar animation studios. As a multi-business unit corporate, why build a particular portfolio of businesses?
Format:
Electronic Resources
Relevance:
2.4848
View Other Search Results
Call Number
658.8 MAR
Publication Date
2016 2015
Summary
Starbucks is the essential success story of the American capitalist dream. From humble beginnings in 1971 as a Seattle coffee store, it's become a multinational with over 21,000 outlets in 63 countries. Its brand is universally known. How did they do it? Starbucks' success owes a lot to the vision of its guiding light, CEO Howard Schultz, who preaches an almost evangelical brand of caring capitalism, at the same time focusing relentlessly on the customer experience. Acquisition, brand-stretching, social media, and new channel development have all played a part. They put a lot of stress on caring for their staff and the in-store atmosphere. They want customers to feel it's their Starbucks. Good Citizen? CEO Howard Schultz talks about creating a philosophically different business but is it really? Critics point to low pay and scheduling pressures for staff, tax avoidance and, above all, the pittance developing world farmers receive for the coffee beans.
Format:
Video recording
Relevance:
2.1366
by
ClickView (Firm)
Call Number
XX(303850.1)
Summary
Ross Campbell, RCA Crisis Management teaches viewers the reasons for and how to identify threats and manage serious risk. Ross explains the importance of identifying threats in advance, considering worst case scenarios and choosing a top team to take control in a crisis. He stresses the importance of scenario planning-preparing and rehearsing, and on having a focus communication and message strategy. This video is one of five powerful videos for any business to employ when developing their crisis management strategy: - Achieving Best Practice in Crisis Management - Managing Crises and Brand Damage - The Power of Checklists in Crisis Management - Running an Effective Crisis Simulation
Format:
Other
Relevance:
0.2580
by
ClickView (Firm)
Call Number
XX(303678.1)
Summary
In business, a thorough understanding of an organisation's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats in both internal and external environments is crucial. This video introduces the SWOT analysis and how it can be a helpful evaluative tool for businesses. Through real-life examples, students will see how a SWOT analysis can be applied in practice and why it is beneficial for strategic planning.
Format:
Other
Relevance:
0.1826
by
ClickView (Firm)
Call Number
XX(303893.1)
Summary
Eve Ash interviews Jan Durrans, Senior Vice-president, Chief of Staff and Performance Officer at BOFI Federal Bank for her tips and approaches for achieving maximum efficiency. With over 10 meetings a day and a considerable workload besides, Jan has become a master planner of her time and priorities. She recommends a daily, weekly and monthly planner (in both electronic and hard copy format) and a calendar which lists and schedules tasks, meetings, strategic and business impact categories, order of importance, and spaces for catching up on lesser or unscheduled tasks. She also has files for each day of the month, so that she is well-briefed for those days and eventualities.
Format:
Other
Relevance:
0.1743
by
ClickView (Firm)
Call Number
XX(304357.1)
Summary
Project Management SWOT assist project managers and teams to give their projects a better chance of success by implementing a powerful strategic planning technique known as a SWOT analysis. It is especially helpful if you have an objective, a decision or question you want to answer or when your business seeks to gain a competitive advantage over rivals. Once this video is completed you will have learned that a SWOT analysis consists of knowing your project's Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats. This useful tool will help you determine the internal and external factors affecting your project or business and clarify your project's purpose and execution.
Format:
Other
Relevance:
0.1543
by
ClickView (Firm)
Call Number
XX(308121.1)
Summary
Making Decisions and Choices effectively is an important workplace skill. We constantly make choices, just to get through the day. They might be day-to-day operational decisions or long range strategic planning. It's not always easy, and can cause anxiety. A good leader makes good decisions, but everyone can learn the skills. Know your guiding principles. In this Making Decisions and Choices video you learn from the entertaining Cutting Edge team, to use a decision-making framework to make effective decisions and choices. Use the formula D-E-C-I-D-E to make sound, informed decisions and choices. Define the problem or issue, and always consider the impact of that decision option. Consider all the options and don't just jump to easy answers. Don't procrastinate, follow the process and make the decision, act on it and evaluate.
Format:
Other
Relevance:
0.1474