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Audio-Technica Strategic Audit, Caleb Druckemiller
Audio-Technica Strategic Audit, Caleb Druckemiller
Honors Theses
Audio-Technica is a multinational audio equipment design and manufacturing company specializing in the production of headphones, microphones, and turntables. The company has been a gold standard for professional use since its inception and has recently ventured into consumer markets. Using both internal and external analysis tools, this audit aims to evaluate how Audio-Technica has established itself in the highly competitive audio equipment industry. Specific techniques include Porter’s Five Forces and PESTEL analyses. After conducting this examination of Audio-Techinca and its industry environment, strategic recommendations will be made to best position the company moving forward.
Vanmoof Strategic Audit, Chi-Chun Chang
Vanmoof Strategic Audit, Chi-Chun Chang
Honors Theses
VanMoof is an e-bike brand originated in Amsterdam that has expanded to Western Europe, Eastern Asia, and North America. This paper will analyze the e-bike industry using PESTEL analysis. It will also analyze the industry’s competitive environment using the framework of Porter’s Five Forces, followed by an analysis of the strategy VanMoof’s currently employing. Based on the results, the paper will end with a recommendation for future strategies.
Nintendo Strategic Audit, Stephanie Herridge
Nintendo Strategic Audit, Stephanie Herridge
Honors Theses
Nintendo is a Japanese-based multinational company that is one of the primary competitors in the video game industry. It has smaller headquarters located in North America and Europe and continues to pursue new markets and customers. Having remained successful for over a century, Nintendo pursues unique forms of strategy to maintain relevance for current generations of consumers. This strategic audit seeks to dissect Nintendo’s long-term profitability by analyzing the company’s history, competitive resources and advantages, and the current challenges and trends in the video game industry as a whole. The tools used to explore the industry include Porter’s Five Forces …
Nvidia Corporation: Pc Gaming Industry Strategic Audit, Charlie Peng
Nvidia Corporation: Pc Gaming Industry Strategic Audit, Charlie Peng
Honors Theses
Nvidia is a semiconductor company focusing on high-performance computer graphics technology. The company designs graphics processing units (GPUs), which are used in a variety of fields such as data centers, artificial intelligence (AI), and gaming. This paper seeks to examine Nvidia’s position within the PC gaming industry. First, PESTEL and Porter’s Five Forces analyses are used to detail the overall PC gaming industry. The next section examines how Nvidia competes through its strategy, resources, and competitive advantages. Finally, future challenges and recommendations to position the company are explored.
Airbnb Strategic Audit, Payton Hanson
Airbnb Strategic Audit, Payton Hanson
Honors Theses
Airbnb is the global leader in online vacation rental marketplaces. The company works as an intermediary to connect travelers to property hosts for short-term stays. This strategic audit serves to evaluate the company’s internal and external environment, its recent financial performance, and its current strategy to understand its sustainable competitive advantages in the Bed and Breakfast and Hostel Accommodations industry and as a substitute to traditional hotels. This evaluation is conducted using the Porter’s Five Forces and PESTE analyses. Using the information from these tools, strategic recommendations are given for Airbnb.
Fedex Ground Strategic Audit, Samantha Gates
Fedex Ground Strategic Audit, Samantha Gates
Honors Theses
FedEx Ground is an operating segment of the parcel carrier giant FedEx Inc. The company, known for shipping products via delivery truck, has remained one of the largest parcel carriers in the country, despite drastic changes in its environment. This report seeks to understand the changing operating environment of FedEx Ground, its competitive advantages, and the future challenges it may face. The analysis uses PESTEL and Porter's Five Forces analyses to evaluate the changing external environment and industry FedEx Ground operates in. Additionally, challenges and recommendations are offered to navigate the future of this company.
A Strategic Audit Of A24, Jackson Bartak
A Strategic Audit Of A24, Jackson Bartak
Honors Theses
A24 is an independent film production and distribution company founded in 2012. The company performs both duties for independent films as well as television programs, and a small portion of company revenue comes from merchandise it sells in an online kiosk. As of 2021, A24 had around 300 employees while maintaining a large catalog of movies and shows. Using a focus strategy, the company targets a more cultured audience for its unique (and sometimes outright bizarre) subject matter. To achieve this, A24 attempts to cast top B-list personnel both in acting and technical roles in order to corner its market. …
A Strategic Audit Of Medical Solutions, Christina Gay
A Strategic Audit Of Medical Solutions, Christina Gay
Honors Theses
Medical Solutions is a healthcare staffing company that primarily staffs travel nurses. A travel nurse is a licensed, registered nurse who accepts temporary assignment on a contract basis. Founded in 2001 Medical Solutions has grown to include six brands, seven locations, staffing in all 50 states. This report is an industry analysis to better understand their business model. Ranging from external to internal analysis using a PESTE analysis, Porter’s 5 Forces, a SWOT analysis, their competitive advantage, and future recommendations to continue their differentiation approach.