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18339. CAN ALBERTSONS TROUNCE WAL-MART WITH ADVANCED INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CASE STUDY. This paper provides an analysis and a case solution to a case study in Laudon & Laudon's text (Management Information Systems: Managing the Digital Firm) on the national grocery chain Albertsons. The case is concerned with Albertsons’ objective of overtaking Wal-Mart as the number one retail grocer in the U.S., and its strategy based on the use of information technology to provide customers with a more convenient shopping experience. The case is analyzed in terms of value chain, competitive forces, the role of information systems, factors that help or hinder Albertsons, and comparisons between Albertsons and Wal-Mart. It is argued that Albertsons’ vision is worthwhile and should be pursued, but it will need time to catch on with customers. Recommendations are made for how Albertsons should proceed. KEYWORDS: competition grocery stores supermarkets Albertsons Wal-Mart strategic management marketing strategy information technology case studies case solution. Written 2007. APA Style. 11 pages, 12 footnotes., 1 bibliographic source. 2,549 words.		$77

18251. NETFLIX: HARVARD BUSINESS CASE STUDY 9-607-138. This paper provides a case analysis and solution to a 2007 Harvard Business School strategic management case study on online video rental company, Netflix. The case is concerned with Netflix’s impending entry into the online Video-on-Demand (VOD) market. The analysis includes problem definition, SWOT analysis, Porter Five Forces analysis, assessment of four potential alternative solutions, strategic recommendations and rationale, and an implementation plan for Netflix’s entry into the online video on demand market. KEYWORDS: online video rental dvds vod harvard case studies strategy blockbuster comcast movielink vongo case solution. Written 2008. APA Style. 10 pages, 12 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources. 2,693 words.		$70

18250. GOOGLE, INC.: FIGURING OUT HOW TO DEAL WITH CHINA CASE STUDY BAB131. This paper provides a case analysis and case solution to a 2007 Harvard Business School/Babson College strategic management case study on Google in the Chinese Internet search market. The time is mid-2005 and Google is confronted with the problem of whether or not to directly enter the Chinese search engine market and how to deal with Chinese government censorship and other restrictions placed on Chinese Internet users. The analysis includes an introduction and background section, problem statement, identification of main issues, SWOT analysis, identification and assessment of strategic alternatives, recommendations, and implementation and evaluation plan. KEYWORDS: case study google china market strategy strategic management business ethics don’t be evil corporate culture values. Written 2008. APA Style. 10 pages, 18 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources. 2773 words.		$70

18204. VIRTUAL REALITY TRAINING IN MEDICINE: SUGERY. Drawing on an analytical review of the scholarly and professional medical literature, this paper considers the application of a computer-based technology in medicine: virtual reality simulators in surgical training. In the past two decades there has been explosive growth of laparoscopic and other minimally invasive surgery (MIS) techniques versus conventional open surgery procedures. MIS techniques provide benefits to patients but present challenges to surgeons. The rapid expansion in MIS has combined with surgical learning curves, ethical concerns, reductions in training surgeon hours, cost considerations, new FDA requirements, concerns over medical errors and evidence of the training effectiveness of virtual reality simulators to force a paradigm shift in how surgical residents are trained. KEYWORDS: virtual reality medicine computer technologies surgery. Written 2006. Strict APA Style throughout. 6 pages, 32 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources. 1,621 words		$42

18193. MICROSOFT IN CHINA AND INDIA, 1993-2007 HARVARD CASE STUDY 9-708-444. This paper provides a case study analysis and case solution to a 2007 Harvard Business School global business and strategic management case study (9-708-444) by Tarun Khanna and Prithwiraj Choudhury. The case focuses on Microsoft’s international expansion into China and India during the period 1993-2007, considering the problems that multinational firms face in emerging markets. The case analysis includes problem statement, analysis, assessment of alternatives, recommendations and implementation plan. KEYWORDS: case studies microsoft india china globalization international expansion strategy emerging nations case solution. Written 2008. 11 pages, 11 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources.		$77

18190. TIVO 2007: DVRS AND BEYOND HARVARD CASE STUDY 9-708-401. This paper provides a case study analysis and a case solution to a strategic management Harvard Business School case study (9-708-401) by David B. Yoffie and Michael Slind on DVR company TiVo. The case focuses on TiVo’s efforts to capitalize on digital convergence and to become something bigger than a consumer electronics company. The case analysis includes problem statement, analysis, assessment of alternatives, recommendations and implementation plan. KEYWORDS: case studies corporate strategy tivo dvrs cable television internet digital media strategic planning marketing strategy formulation implementation globalization case solution. Written 2008. 11 pages, 9 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources. 2,924 words.		$77

18189. ARROW ELECTRONICS, INC HARVARD CASE STUDY 598022. This paper provides a case study analysis and case solution to a popular marketing and product portfolio Harvard Business School case study (598022) by Das Narayandas about electronic parts distributor Arrow Electronics. The case analysis includes problem statement, analysis, assessment of alternatives, recommendations and implementation plan. KEYWORDS: case studies electronics industry product portfolio management strategy marketing internet customer relations case solution. Written 2008. APA Style. 10 pages, 6 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources.		$70

18188. GOOGLE INC. HARVARD BUSINESS CASE STUDY 9-806-105. This paper provides a case study analysis and a case solution to a popular Harvard Business School strategic management and marketing case study (9-806-105) by Kerry Herman and Thomas R. Eisenmann on Internet search engine giant Google. The case provides an overview of Google’s history and Google’s strategy and organization as of 2006. Google’s position within a competitive Internet market is considered. The case analysis includes problem statement, analysis, assessment of alternatives, recommendations and implementation plan. KEYWORDS: case studies google corporate strategy internet search engine ipo corporate culture competitive advantage yahoo microsoft msn business history social networks globalization case solution. Written 2008. APA Style. 11 pages, 12 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources.		$77

18185. EXEL PLC--SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT AT HAUS MART HARVARD CASE STUDY 605080. This paper provides a case study analysis and case solution to a Harvard Business School operations management and logistics case study (605080) on Exel plc, global third-party logistics provider serving companies such as Home Depot among others. The case analysis includes problem statement, analysis, assessment of alternatives, recommendations and implementation plan. KEYWORDS: case studies case solution exel plc supply chain management logistics operations management outsourcing retail. Written 2008. APA Style. 10 pages, 7 footnotes, 4 bibliographic sources.		$70

18182. MICROSOFT IN 2005 HARVARD CASE STUDY 9-705-505. This paper provides a case study analysis and a case solution to a popular Harvard Business School strategic management case study (9-705-505) by David B. Yoffie, Dharmesh M. Mehta and Rudina I. Seseri on Micosoft’s strategy. The case focuses on Microsoft’s past and current strategy for sustaining competitive advantage in the global software industry. The case analysis includes problem statement, analysis, assessment of alternatives, recommendations and implementation plan. KEYWORDS: case studies microsoft corporate strategy globalization software industry strategic planning competitive advantage case solution. Written 2008. APA Style. 11 pages, 12 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources.		$77

18174. WIPRO TECHNOLOGIES: THE FACTORY MODEL HARVARD CASE STUDY 9-606-021. This paper presents a case study analysis of a Harvard Business School operations management case study (9-606-021) by Fuller and Upton on Bangalore, India-based Wipro Technologies, a software services company. The focus of the case is on Wipro’s application of Toyota’s lean manufacturing model to software services. The case analysis includes problem statement, analysis, assessment of alternatives, recommendations and implementation plan. KEYWORDS: case studies wipro outsourcing software services india lean manufacturing toyota production system. Written 2008. APA Style. 10 pages, 5 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources.		$70

18173. CARNIVAL CRUISE LINES HARVARD CASE STUDY 9-806-015. This paper presents a case study analysis of a Harvard Business School marketing and customer relations management case study (9-806-015) by Lynda M. Applegate, Robert J. Kwortnik, and Gabriele Piccolio on Carnival Cruise Lines. The case analysis includes problem statement, analysis, assessment of alternatives, recommendations and implementation plan. KEYWORDS: case studies carnival cruise leisure cruise industry customer relations management data management customer loyalty retention pricing. Written 2008. APA Style. 11 pages, 26 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources.		$77

18172. SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS HARVARD CASE STUDY 9-705-508. This paper provides a case study analysis of a Harvard Business School strategic management case study by Siegel and Jinho on Korean electronics maker Samsung. The case focuses on Samsung’s efforts to maintain its strategic competitive advantage in the face of challenges from new Chinese competitors. The case analysis includes problem identification, environmental and competitive analysis, SWOT analysis, identification and assessment of strategic alternatives, strategic recommendations, and an implementation plan. KEYWORDS: case studies competitive advantage semiconductors electronics global marketing management strategy cost differentiation samsung globalization china. Written 2008. APA Style. 11 pages, 12 footnotes, 6 bibliographic sources.		$77

18168. INSIDE INTEL INSIDE HARVARD CASE STUDY 9-502-083. This paper presents a case study analysis and case solution to a Harvard Business School marketing strategy case study (9-502-083) by Moon and Darwell on semiconductor industry leader Intel. The time frame of the case is 2002 and global marketing director Pamela Pollace is debating whether the company should extend its highly successful but aging "Intel Inside" branding campaign to non-PC product categories like cell phones and PDAs. The case analysis includes problem identification, environmental and competitive analysis, SWOT analysis, identification and assessment of strategic alternatives, strategic recommendations, and an implementation plan. KEYWORDS: case studies intel semiconductors marketing strategy branding global advertising direct to consumer marketing globalization case solution. Written 2008. APA Style. 10 pages, 8 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.		$70

18089. VIRTUAL TEAMS IN HEALTHCARE. This paper starts by discussing the general value of teams and the concept of team building in healthcare organizations. It then discusses the use of virtual teams (via remote connections) in healthcare. It is argued that virtual teams are beneficial and they relate to the growing trend of "telemedicine." However, virtual teams also result in certain challenges (such as misunderstandings in communication and team members feeling isolated from one another). Some techniques are suggested for overcoming these types of problems. KEYWORDS: teamwork virtual teams healthcare medicine telemedicine. Written 2006. APA Style. 12 pages, 24 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources. 2,604 words.		$84

18053. OUTSOURCING IT TO INDIA. This term paper discusses the ethical issues raised by the practice of U.S. firms outsourcing IT (information technology) functions to engineers in India. The practice helps to boost the Indian economy, but it has been criticized for causing the loss of U.S. jobs. The paper argues that the outsourcing of this type of labor is actually beneficial to the U.S. economy in the long run. Some suggestions are made for the humane treatment of displaced U.S. workers. KEYWORDS: outsourcing labor economy information technology workers india. Written 2006. APA Style. 6 pages, 11 footnotes, 6 bibliographic sources. 1,386 words.		$42

17954. SUN MICROSYSTEMS CASE STUDY. This paper provides an analysis and case solution to a case study on Sun Microsystems. The case is drawn from Hitt, Ireland, & Hoskissons Strategic Management: Competitiveness and Globalization. In 1998 Sun Microsystems, the $9.7 billion fully integrated computer company, was locked in a competitive and legal battle over control of its JAVA programming language. The legal battle had Sun as a David with a vision of a networked future poised against the industryâ€™s biggest Goliath â€“ Microsoft and the Wintel monopoly. The analysis includes an environmental analysis; a Porters Five Forces analysis; a competitive analysis; an identification and analysis of Suns business level, corporate level and competitive strategies; an identification of Sunss core competencies (tangible and intangible resources, capabilities); a value chain analysis; a financial performance appraisal; and a SWOT analysis. KEYWORDS: computer networking java programming language microsoft antitrust competition strategy case solution. 12 pages, 26 footnotes,10 bibliographic sources. 3854 words.		$84

17951. CISCO SYSTEMS STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT CASE STUDY. This paper provides an analysis and a case solution of a case study on Cisco Systems. The case is drawn from Hitt, Ireland, & Hoskissons Strategic Management: Competitiveness and Globalization. The time setting is late 1997-early 1998 and the convergence of voice, data and video has begun. Cisco, the market leader in data networking, must find a way to maintain its phenomenal growth rate in revenue and profitability within the new competitive environment of convergence. The analysis includes an environmental analysis; a Porters Five Forces analysis; a competitive analysis; an identification and analysis of Ciscos business level, corporate level and competitive strategies; an identification of Ciscos core competencies (tangible and intangible resources, capabilities); a value chain analysis; a financial performance appraisal; and a SWOT analysis. KEYWORDS: case studies convergence data networking voice video data Cisco systems 3com lucent case solution. Written 2006. Turabian style with endnotes. 11 pages, 26 footnotes, 12 bibliographic sources. 3,406 words.		$77

17950. AMAZON.COM STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT CASE STUDY. This paper provides an analysis and case solution of a case study on Amazon.com. The case is drawn from Hitt, Ireland, & Hoskissons Strategic Management: Competitiveness and Globalization. The time is mid-1998, three years after Amazon's July 1995 founding. Yet to turn a profit, Amazon faces challenges as it struggles to achieve and maintain a sustainable competitive advantage. This case analysis considers how Amazon can best meet these challenges which include becoming profitable, integrating acquisitions and expanding product portfolio, and fending off competitors. The analysis includes an environmental analysis; a Porters Five Forces analysis; a competitive analysis; an identification and analysis of Amazon's business level, corporate level and competitive strategies; an identification of Amazon's core competencies (tangible and intangible resources, capabilities); a value chain analysis; a financial performance appraisal; and a SWOT analysis. KEYWORDS: case studies amazon online bookseller internet commerce marketing strategy five forces swot competitive strategy. Written 2006. Turabian style with endnotes. 12 pages, 22 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources case solution. 3,185 words.		$84

17760. DARK SCREEN CYBER-SECURITY: CASE STUDY. This paper analyzes a case study about a scenario-based cyber security exercise named Dark Screen. The case study analysis compares and discusses threats, vulnerabilities and risks; explains the concept of due diligence within the context of the case; and offers three recommendations on businesses might consider cyber-security differently. KEYWORDS: computer security case studies computer threats vulnerabilities virus term paper case solution. 7 pages, 3 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. 1,555 words.		$49

17759. MICROSOFT SECURITY RESPONSE CENTER (A): IVEY CASE STUDY 9B01E019. This paper analyzes and provides a solution to a Richard Ivey School of Business case study (9B01E019) by Mike Wade and Jeffrey Clayman about a suspected security vulnerability in Microsoft’s Internet Information Server (IIS) software. Key stakeholders and their major concerns are identified and discussed. The major concerns of the decision-maker are analyzed, including the ethical and practical considerations involved in cooperating with a known computer hacker to fix the problem as well as the advantages and disadvantages of making source code public to expedite fixes in the security vulnerabilities. The conclusion develops an action plan with a time-table for response. Includes an executive summary of the case study. KEYWORDS: computer security virus hacker Microsoft security vulnerabilities business ethics term paper case studies ivey business school case solution. 11 pages, 0 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. 2,498 words.		$77

17734. KODAK AND THE DIGITAL REVOLUTION (A): HARVARD CASE STUDY 9-705-448. This paper presents a case study analysis and case solution of a strategic management and marketing Harvard Business School case study (9-705-448) by Gavetti, Henderson, and Giorgi on Eastman Kodak company and the digital revolution in photography. After enjoying decades of market leadership in the analog photography and film business based on a highly successful “razor blades” strategy emphasizing the sale and processing of film, Kodak confronts the challenge of the disruptive technology of digital (film-less) photography. The essay begins with a problem summary. The paper includes an analysis of external factors in the general and task/industry environment (including a five forces analysis), an analysis of internal factors, a summary SWOT analysis, identification and analysis of alternative strategies, and recommendations for action and implementation. KEYWORDS: case studies kodak digital photography revolution eastman kodak company fuji film five forces swot disruptive technology strategic management competitive analysis globalization digital cameras case solution. APA style. 9 pages, 10 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources. 2302 words.		$63

17733. APPLE COMPUTER, 2006 CASE STUDY 706496. This paper presents an analysis and case solution to a popular Harvard Business School case study (706496) by David B. Yoffie and Michael Slind on strategy and marketing at Apple Computer in 2006. The central problem under consideration in the case analysis is how can Apple achieve a sustainable competitive advantage which will allow it to gain market share and increase profits and revenues in the highly competitive and rapidly changing market? The case analysis includes problem definition, analysis of external factors (societal and industry), analysis of internal factors, summary SWOT analysis, identification and evaluation of three alternative strategies, and recommendations with guidelines for implementation on adoption of a new strategy based on innovation of new products and innovative changes to existing product lines. KEYWORDS: harvard business case study apple computer iPod iMac competitive strategy marketing strategy r&d innovation swot pest five forces case solution. APA style. 8 pages, 16 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources. 2301 words.		$56

17715. GLOBAL WARMING: IS NUCLEAR POWER PART OF THE SOLUTION? This paper provides an overview and analysis of the problem of global warming and considers whether or not nuclear power can be part of the solution to the problem. The paper begins with an overview of the problem of global warming. The analysis includes a definition of global warming, a discussion of its major aspects, a review of scientific evidence demonstrating the existence of the problem, and an overview of the likely consequences of global warming. The analysis then considers strategies and steps might be taken to begin to address the problem. The second part of the paper considers whether or not nuclear power could be part of the solution to the problem of global warming. The analysis considers the both the advantages of increased reliance on nuclear energy and the risks associated with nuclear power. KEYWORDS: global warming greenhouse gases carbon emissions nuclear power. Written 2005. APA Style. 17 pages, 54 footnotes, 28 bibliographic sources. 4200 words.		$119

17707. THE INTERNET AND CONTEMPORARY COMPUTER CRIME. This paper provides an overview and analysis of Internet-mediated computer crimes and threats such as denial-of-service (DoS) attacks, phishing, pharming, phraud, spyware, ransomeware, and other forms of fraud and malicious hacking. The analysis discusses the scope of the overall problem and provides an overview of the latest forms and trends in Internet frauds, scams and hacking. The impact of the problem on both business and individual computer users is also considered. A concluding section considers the ethics of Internet crime from the three perspectives of deontology, utilitarianism, and relativism. KEYWORDS: internet web computer crime fraud phising pharming denial-of-service ddos spyware adware virus worm. Written 2005. APA Style. 12 pages, 51 footnotes, 32 bibliographic sources. 3,057 Words.		$84

17704. THE COST AND ECONOMIC IMPACT OF HURRICANES KATRINA & RITA. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the likely cost and economic impact of the hurricanes that hit the Gulf Coast in August and September of 2005. The investigation considers both the costs and economic impact within regions directly affected by the storms as well as the potential national and international impact of the disaster. The paper begins with a discussion of the controversy over the early estimates on Katrina’s costs and a brief overview of the difficulties in estimating costs and/or economic impact in the period immediately following a disaster. KEYWORDS: disaster hurricane storm economic impact cost energy prices. Written 2005. APA Style. 13 pages, 56 footnotes, 33 bibliographic sources. 3,069 words.		$91

17629. THE FUTURE OF COMPUTER CRIME. This paper provides an overview and analysis of computer crime, with a focus on what computer crime will be like in the future. Following a review of literature on computer crime, the analysis discusses the worst case scenario, the best case scenario, and finally, the most logical scenario for the future of computer crime. The worst case scenario involves a massive cyberterrorism attack, the best case involves the elimination of computer crime (or at least its impact) via effective countermeasures; and the most likely scenario is that computer crime will persist and expand along with the simultaneous development of effective countermeasures. KEYWORDS: computer crime cyberterrorism cybercrime hacking denial of service worms virus futurism future scenarios countermeasures. APA Style. 22 pages, 71 footnotes, 14 bibliographic sources. 5,160 words.		$133

17620. DIGITAL MILLENNIUM COPYRIGHT ACT (DMCA) OF 1998. This paper analyzes the aspect of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act that deals with the problem of Internet users illegally downloading and sharing copyrighted music and movie files. The paper examines four specific cases (along with other general legal actions) that are relevant to this effort: 1) the pre-DMCA case of Sony Corp. v. Universal City Studios; 2) A&M Records v. Napster; 3) MGM v. Grokster; and 4) RIAA v. Verizon Internet Services. In addition, the paper discusses the RIAA’s strategy of targeting individual users, as well as the implications of the rulings that have been made in the various cases. KEYWORDS: digital millennium copyright act dmca 1998 illegal downloading music movies business law. Written 2005. APA Style. 11 pages, 28 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources. 2,572 words.		$77

17592. VOICE OVER INTERNET PROTOCOL (VOIP). Following an overview of the development of the Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) which enables telephone calls to be conducted over the Internet as opposed to landlines, this paper discusses the impact of VoIP on the telecommunications industry and argues that the new technology is unlikely to literally destroy the industry, as some pessimists have predicted. It is nevertheless noted that VoIP will lead to substantial changes in the industry as the major phone companies struggle to adapt to the new realities of the marketplace and technological environment. KEYWORDS: telecommunications industry telephones voice over internet protocol voip VoIP. Written 2005. MLA Style. 8 pages, 19 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources. 1,902 words.		$56

17554. . SUMMARY OF “TECHNOLOGY, TECHNIQUE, AND THE BODY” BY EDWARD TENNER. This paper provides a summary and analysis of Tenner’s article which considers the Louis Mumford-Jacques Ellul debate over whether technique drives technological innovation or vice versa. Tenner argues that the users of technologies (as well as the inventors) play an important role in making the technologies what they are. According to Tenner, techniques change both objects and bodies, and, through the process of adopting devices, “we change our social selves.” Just as natural selection shapes the appearance of non-human animals, technology helps to shape the identity of human beings. KEYWORDS: technology society techniques ellul mumford. Written 2005. MLA Style. 7 pages, 0 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. 1,620 words.		$49

17452. CISCO SYSTEMS STRATEGY. Following a brief summary overview of the company, this paper provides a strategic analysis of Cisco Systems, looking at the company’s current strategy; its major strengths and central weaknesses; and the primary threats and opportunities in its external environment. A discussion of Cisco’s corporate and business strategy is followed by a summary S.W.O.T. (Strengths-Weaknesses-Opportunities-Threats) analysis. The second part of the paper presents recommendations for strategy and strategic adjustment at Cisco. KEYWORDS: Internet companies Cisco Systems networks IP telephony routers networking strategy. Written 2005. 13 pages, 43 footnotes, 25 bibliographic sources. 3084 words.		$91

17434. MICROSOFT: TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT (TQM) PLAN. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the benefits of Total Quality Management (TQM) for Microsoft and presents a plan for the implementation of a TQM program for the company. It is argued that to ensure survival over the long-term and to best ensure that it maintain competitive advantage, Microsoft must adopt TQM systems throughout its software development and product process as well as implement TQM in its delivery of software support services to its consumer, business and institutional customers. The paper provides a thorough overview of Microsoft’s quality problems. Microsoft’s recent initiatives aimed at improving quality are examined and discussed. The benefits of implementing TQM at Microsoft are summarized. The concluding section outlines a plan for implementing a TQM program covering both software development/marketing and post-marketing customer support and service. KEYWORDS: Microsoft computer software quality management TQM customer service. Written 2005. 15 pages, 49 footnotes, 36 bibliographic sources. 4,150 words.		$105

17409. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY & ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATION. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the impact and role of information technology on contemporary organizational communications. The focus of the analysis is on the role and impact of various integrated information and communication technologies (ICTs), such as email, video conferencing, groupware, instant messaging, and others on organizational communications and broader organizational relations. The investigation considers both the positive (e.g., productivity, efficiency, quality, and innovative-enhancing) and negative (e.g., liability issues, impact on motivation and creativity, time-wasting, etc.) impact of ICTs on organizations and organizational communications. The managerial communications implications of organizations’ adoption of ICTs are considered and discussed with recommendations for future practice. KEYWORDS: information technology organizational communications email groupware awareness monitoring instant messaging employee privacy employer liability. 18 pages, 47 footnotes, 17 bibliographic sources. 4,289 words.		$126

17379. WEB & IT HOSTING FACILITIES HARVARD CASE STUDY TECHNOLOGY NOTE 601134. This paper provides an analysis and solution to a Harvard Business School case study technology note (601134) by Robert D. Austin concerning the current conditions, trends, risks, opportunities, and future potential of the Web and IT (information technology) hosting facilities industry. The critical issue in this case concerns the fact that managers are now faced with new decisions about how to design and manage their underlying IT infrastructure. Specifically, they are faced with new decisions about whether or not to outsource their mission-critical IT systems to Web and IT hosting facilities. The paper includes problem identification, analysis of major issues, and recommendations. KEYWORDS: IT management web hosting case studies IT infrastructure mis case solution electronic commerce Internet. 8 pages, 0 footnotes, 0 bibliographic sources. 1,830 words.		$56

17377. CISCO SYSTEMS ARCHITECTURE: ERP & WEB-ENABLED IT. This paper provides a case analysis and case solution to a popular Harvard Business School case study (301099) by Richard L. Nolan, Kelley Porter, and Christina Akers on Cisco Systems, Inc. circa 2000. The case focuses on Cisco’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation and launch of Web-enabled information technology. The analysis focuses on two critical issues: What were the main factors that led to Cisco’s successful ERP implementation? and 2) Can these factors be reliably replicated at other companies? KEYWORDS: cisco systems enterprise resource planning case studies erp internet based technologies case solution technological change. 6 pages, 0 footnotes, 0 bibliographic sources. 1,455 words.		$42

17271. ACCOUNTING SOFTWARE. This paper provides a review of the scholarly literature on accounting software for business use. After considering the general advantages of accounting software for business, the features and benefits of some of the specific software programs used for business accounting purposes are discussed. The analysis then considers key factors in businesses’ decision to adopt/not adopt accounting software. Cost, ease of use, customizability, vendor support, and the existence of special features are some of the critical factors in businesses’ adoption decisions. KEYWORDS: accounting software spreadsheets Quickbooks ERP Excel. Written 2005. 12 pages, 22 footnotes, 16 bibliographic sources. 2,882 words.		$84

17263. EBAY: STRATEGY. This paper provides a strategic analysis eBay’s organizational and marketing strategy. The paper includes an overview and analysis of eBay’s history, mission, current operations, strategies, and operating environment as well as an analysis of eBay’s position relative to its major competitors. The paper concludes with a summary S.W.O.T. analysis and recommendations on future adjustments to eBay’s strategy. KEYWORDS: eBay online auctions online marketplace strategy Amazon Yahoo expansion diversification Skype PayPal. Written 2005. APA Style. 15 pages, 68 footnotes, 49 bibliographic sources. 4,587 words.		$105

17188. MICROSOFT ANTITRUST LAWSUIT. This paper provides a summary overview and analysis of the Microsoft antitrust case (United States v. Microsoft), Civil Action No. 98-1232, U.S. District Court, D.C.). The claims and positions of both parties to the case are identified and explained. The precise charges the government raised against Microsoft are identified, and the legal basis for these charges explained. Microsoft’s responses to the charges are discussed and explained. The procedural (litigation) history of the case is summarized and the terms of the final settlement are reviewed and analyzed. The concluding section offers a personal assessment of the major issues in the case. Keywords: antitrust litigation Microsoft software windows anti-competitive bundling tie-ins. Written 2004. 12 pages; 32 footnotes; 20 bibliographic sources. 3,653 words.		$84

17162. THE USE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN MEDICAL DIAGNOSIS. Focusing primarily on cancer diagnosis, this paper explores the use of information technology as an aid to making diagnostic decisions. The development and use of Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) and their integration with clinical decision support systems (CDSS) for diagnostic problems are described and analyzed. Specific applications in breast cancer and prostate cancer diagnostic situations are described. The ethical, practical and technological limitations in IT-assisted medical diagnosis are considered. Written 2003. 11 pages; 38 footnotes; 15 bibliographic sources. 3,063 words.		$77

17161. GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS) FOR DECISION MAKING. This paper investigates and discusses the use of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) for decision-making applications in the real world, including real estate development planning, agricultural development, environmental management, urban development, and public management. The existing and potential uses of GIS for decision making in watershed management, environmental protection, agricultural planning, agricultural/non-agricultural land allocation decisions, urban commercial development, and urban planning and management are described and discussed. Limitations and problems in GIS implementation and use within these contexts are also discussed. A concluding section looks at the future of GIS technologies and usages. Written 2003. 13 pages; 37 footnotes; 20 bibliographic sources. 3,586 words.		$91

17102. EMPLOYEE EMAIL, INTERNET USE & SEXUAL HARASSMENT. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the nexus between the increase in workplace based sexual harassment claims and the proliferation of work-based email and Internet use. The analysis begins with a general overview of the issue and recent trends. Following a brief review of the status of sexual harassment law as it applies to workplace settings, the investigation looks at how email and Internet technologies are implicated in sexual harassment and considers some of the reasons why these technologies have provoked harassment claims. The next section considers employer responses to the problem. The concluding section makes recommendations for addressing the problem. Keywords: sexual harassment employment email. KEYWORDS: sexual harassment employees email online pornography workplace. Written 2002. APA Style. 15 pages; 39 footnotes; 21 bibliographic sources. 4,542 words.		$105

15943. AMAZON.COM. This paper discusses both the successes and weaknesses of the Internet bookstore, including Amazon.com’s growth strategies, product development, and partnerships. Argues that Amazon may have spread itself too thin by pursuing so many different side interests (besides its main business of book selling). Written 2003. 6 pages; 23 footnotes; 5 bibliographic sources. 1,378 words.		$42

15926. COMPUTERS AND THE SCIENCE OF WEATHER FORECASTING. This paper describes how forecasts are made and how the use of computer models has developed over the years. Although computer-based forecasting has become increasingly sophisticated and accurate, there are still some areas in need of improvement, and such improvements can be expected with future developments in computer power and observation methods. 10 pages; 28 footnotes; 9 bibliographic sources.		$70

15907. THE APPLE IPOD. This paper provides an overview of the Apple iPod, its success, and the view that it will become a major element in Apple’s future growth. Includes a discussion of the product’s features, the related iTunes service (for downloading songs), the decision to make the product compatible for Windows users, marketing strategies, and data on sales and market share. 16 pages; 61 footnotes; 11 bibliographic sources.		$112

15832. BMW & AUDI: INTERNET MARKETING STRATEGIES. This paper examines how BMW and Audi use Internet strategies to build customer loyalty and meet other marketing goals. Argues that while Audi is able to remain competitive in this arena, BMW is overall in a much stronger position in terms of online marketing. 9 pages; 25 footnotes; 15 bibliographic sources.		$63

15797. THE NUMBER ZERO. This paper traces the history of the number zero and outlines its purpose in both ancient and modern times. Notes that zero in its modern conception arose about 200 A.D., but has historical roots dating back 5,000 years to the Sumerian culture. Explains the two major uses of zero (first, as a place indicator; second, to indicate a quantity of nothing) and their related concepts. 5 pages, 12 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.		$35

15792. THE INTERNET AND THE MAGAZINE PUBLISHING INDUSTRY. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the current status and future prospects for the magazine industry in the age of the Internet. Briefly traces the history of the magazine industry and then profiles the current status of the industry in the U.S., focusing on the sharp decline in readership during the 1990's. Profiles the current online magazine industry and considers future prospects for online magazine publishing. Predicts that specialty publications will be more likely to prosper than general interest publications. 10 pages, 19 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources.		$70

15691. NOVELL VS. MICROSOFT: THE BATTLE FOR THE NETWORK REDUX. Taking the perspective of a consultant-advisor to Novell, this paper provides an overview and analysis of Novell's efforts to comeback and challenge Microsoft's competitive position in network operating systems and directories. The analysis begins with a review of Novell's first effort to challenge Microsoft. Following this, the analysis examines Novell's strategy and tactics in its current challenge to Microsoft. Written 2002. 10 pages, 36 footnotes, 20 bibliographic sources.		$70

15648. ONLINE GAMBLING: A SOCIO-LEGAL ANALYSIS. This paper provides a legal perspective on Internet gambling, examining the various social, political, and legal issues raised by the proliferation of this new form of gambling. Following an overview of the major political/social positions surrounding online gambling, the investigation profiles and legal position of Internet gambling, looking at state law, federal law, and proposed legislation. Concludes that existing federal and state law is adequate to prosecute Internet gambling operators, including those in foreign jurisdictions, yet notes that enforcement will remain problematic at best. KEYWORDS: internet casinos online gambling law gaming industry. APA Style. 15 pages, 43 footnotes, 16 bibliographic sources. 4,210 words.		$105

15628. SMALL BUSINESS PC PURCHASING. This paper presents a critical review of four brands of value-priced PC's appropriate for a small business buyer. The four brands under consideration are Dell, Compaq, Gateway and IBM. Since each of these brands encompasses considerable variation in computer power and design, for the purpose of this evaluation four value-priced Pentium-4 based PC's with comparable configurations are examined. The analysis compares the four representative models in terms of basic configuration, options, performance ratings, pricing, technical support, and purchase options, and then makes recommendation on purchase or lease. Information on each of the brands was gathered from each company's website, business PC reviews in computer magazines and e-zines, and a general search of the business literature. The paper also presents a brief review and recommendation the purchase/lease of a color printer and scanner. 8 pages, 14 footnotes, 14 bibliographic sources.		$56

15626. MATH TEACHER DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING. This paper presents a rationale and design for a mathematics staff development symposium for beginning math teachers in a private school community and/or district. The symposium aims at imparting practical and theoretical knowledge necessary for effective mathematics teaching. The first section presents the rationale for the symposium through the use of a review of the literature on effective mathematics teaching, problems in existing match teacher preparation, and current trends in math teacher in-service training. Based on the problems and opportunities identified in this literature review, the symposium objectives are then presented. The next section details the general parameters of the program, its application to the district/community as a whole as well as to individual teachers; the program's foundation on the principles of adult development and learning; and the role of administration and parents. The final sections of the paper present a detailed outline of the proposed symposium, including a timeline and detailed methods of several aspects of the plan. KEYWORDS: teacher training mathematics education. APA Style. 25 pages, 51 footnotes, 34 bibliographic sources. 6,489 words.		$133

15622. MARKETING HEALTH INSURANCE ONLINE. This paper presents an Internet business plan for a fictional (a composite profile was formed based on a survey of the literature on insurance industry trends and composition) established brick-and-mortar health and life insurance broker. This presentation begins with a brief summary of the company and its mission (prior to the implementation of the Internet strategy). This is followed by an industry'/market analysis and description of the marketplace. The Internet business plan includes a company-specific products/services analysis; identification of the target market audience; a profile of the competition; plans for brand name development; articulation of the marketing, sales and promotion strategies; an outline of the customer service support plan; marketing budget and business profitability projections. During the course of the business plan, the presentation articulates a new mission statement for the Internet plan and specifically how the Internet plan dovetails with the existing company business model and mission. Written 2002. 15 pages, 41 footnotes, 25 bibliographic sources.		$105

15617. COMPUTER SECURITY FOR THE COMMON USER. Argues that the growth of the Internet and the expansion of e-commerce demands that most business and home users have a need for basic computer security measures. Reviews general computer security measures for the common user (viruses, encryption, authentication, privacy), security measures for consumers and business users involved in e-commerce (passwords, access control, malicious content, defense of corporate perimeter, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, etc.), administrative issues, and software and systems support. The analysis focuses on steps that the average user (at home and at work) should take to ensure secure Internet-based computer transactions. KEYWORDS: computer security home computer users firewalls virus protection passwords internet security. 25 pages, 45 footnotes in text, 33 bibliographic sources.		$133

15580. MILITARY HISTORY: OPERATION DESERT STORM AND THE USE OF INFORMATION WARFARE. This paper discusses how Desert Storm was a turning point in the use of Information Warfare (IW). The operation was the first major testing of information-based weapons, strategies and tactics. In addition, the quick Coalition victory was attributed in part to the successful use of IW, in contrast to the failure of Iraq's information-based systems. 8 pages, 27 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources.		$56

15537. PC SYSTEM FOR A SMALL BUSINESS OFFICE. Discusses the minimum specifications for a system, with emphasis on the need for reliability (e.g., adequate warranty and tech support services). The Gateway lease program is recommended; in addition, a Hewlett-Packard multifunction device is recommended for meeting the business' printing, scanning, faxing and photocopying needs. 7 pages, 15 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources.		$49

15536. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR A SMALL BUSINESS OFFICE'S COMPUTER SYSTEM. Compares brands and concludes with a recommendation of a Dell PC system with Epson printer and scanner. Also argues for purchasing the equipment outright rather than leasing. 6 pages, 17 footnotes, 6 bibliographic sources.		$42

15514. MISLEADING STATISTICS ON THE HEALTH RISKS OF SECOND-HAND SMOKING. Although there are clearly health risks associated with smoking, the paper argues that the statistical data used to support policies to ban public smoking are often "manipulated" (i.e., the studies contain methodological flaws, misrepresentations or exaggerations). It is concluded that more impartial studies are needed in order to better guide policy in the future. 6 pages, 9 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.		$42

15493. WELLS FARGO.COM VERSUS NETBANK. "Clicks & Bricks" versus "Clicks and Clicks" in Internet Banking. This term paper provides an overview and comparative analysis of a pure-Internet and a "clicks and mortar" Internet bank, specifically examining the biggest Internet-only (NetBank) and the biggest real-world based Internet banking competitor (Wells Fargo.com). Following a profile and analysis of the Internet banking operating environment, the paper compares Wells Fargo & NetBank using a SWOT analysis. KEYWORDS: banking industry internet banks online banking swot marketing strategy competitive analysis term paper. APA Style. 11 pages, 32 footnotes, 20 bibliographic references.		$77

15492. THE IMPACT OF COMPUTER HACKERS ON ONLINE BUSINESSES. Discussed various types of attacks, including denial of service attacks and attacks that have been made on Microsoft Corporation. It is argued that small businesses as well as large ones are vulnerable to hackers; it is also argued that hacking is a serious and ongoing problem, and therefore businesses need to keep up with the latest technologies, just as hackers do. 11 pages, 36 footnotes, 17 bibliographic references.		$77

15491. COUNTERMEASURES AGAINST HACKERS. This paper is concerned with what businesses can do to protect themselves against computer hackers. Includes the need for a formal security program, the use of computer programs such as firewalls, the controversy of hiring "good" hackers to fight "bad" hackers, and other issues. 10 pages, 32 footnotes, 20 bibliographic references.		$70

15471. COMPAQ COMPUTER COMPANY IN CRISIS. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the problems and challenges at Compaq Computer Corporation in 2001. Following an overview of the central components and trends in the industry and operating environment, as well as a review of Compaq's background and history, the analysis considers the scope of Compaq's crisis and its potential for resolution. KEYWORDS: compaq computers troubled organization term paper. APA Style. 10 pages, 28 footnotes, 21 bibliographic references.		$70

15446. BUSINESS WEB STRATEGIES: BUSINESS & THE INTERNET. Written after the Year 2000 dot-com shake-out, this paper provides a comprehensive review of the current business literature on business and the Internet. Considers appropriate and alternative Web strategies for today's businesses. Provides a brief overview of how the Internet works and Web page design; reviews important issues such as product/service selection, Internet marketing, selling on the Web, electronic payment systems, security issues, and legal and ethical issues on the Web. Describes how the central topics/issues above should be incorporated into the prototypical idealized Web-based business. KEYWORDS: business internet web strategy online business. APA Style. 31 pages, 98 footnotes, 49 bibliographic references.		$133

15428. COMPUTERIZED MEDICATION PRESCRIBING: A HIGH TECH SOLUTION TO THE PROBLEM OF MEDICATION ERRORS. This paper provides an overview and analysis of one important method for preventing and reducing medication errors: electronic drug prescribing. It is argued that electronic drug prescribing has the potential to dramatically reduce medication errors and their related adverse drug events by directly addressing errors and/or problems which occur during the ordering process by ensuring the legibility of prescriptions, correcting for misspelling or inadvertent ‘wrong choice' drugs, and alerting the prescribing physician to proper dosing, potential drug interactions and patient contraindications, and alternative "better" choice medications. It is further argued that electronic drug prescribing will serve to reduce medication errors and related ADEs by improving physician-nurse medication-related communication and contributing to improvements in nursing efficiency which will in turn lead to better patient care and patient safety. 12 pages, 34 footnotes, 20 bibliographic references.		$84

15236. CLICKS VERSUS BRICKS: ONLINE BANKING. This investigation considers the future of online versus brick-and-mortar banking. Drawing on a review of current literature on Internet banking, the analysis seeks to test the validity of two hypotheses related to the topic of online versus brick-and-mortar banking: 1) H1: Internet banking (and by implication, Internet banks) will supersede brick-and-mortar banking (and banks) in importance within the next few years: and 2) H2: Internet banking will be an important but not dominant new channel for banking. The analysis rejected H1 and found conditional support for H2. Concludes that the future of banking is multichannel, with the Internet functioning as just one of several channels. KEYWORDS: Internet banking term paper online banks marketing. 19 pages, 78 footnotes, 39 bibliographic references.		$133