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The Biz Quiz: 27th February 2023
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Ansoff Matrix - Starbucks launches olive-oil infused coffees in Italy
Here is a lovely example of product development - and an application of the Ansoff Matrix, as Starbucks have launched a new range of products, olive oil infused coffees, initially in the Italian...
Subway starts the search for a buyer
Some interesting Business Management material here, with sandwich chain, Subway looking to sell the business. You might start by asking pupils what type of business it is? I doubt many will know...
The Biz Quiz: 13th February 2023
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The Biz Quiz: 6th February 2023
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The Biz Quiz: 30th January 2023
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Business Failure | Low Capacity Utilisation Brings Down Flybe - Again
Bad news for airline employees, airport staff and customers who rely on Flybe's network of flights across the UK and Europe. Flybe has ceased trading - again.
Higher interest rates might be bad news for the rest of us, but they are good news for staff at TSB who are set to receive a bumper profit-related bonus.
Yet more evidence of the damaging impact that Brexit is having on UK businesses that previously enjoyed high levels of sales to customers in the EU.
Human Resource Management | Big Tech Cuts Back
Potentially bad news if you are working for a large tech business. Their HR departments are busy. Busy making significant reductions in the size of the workforce.
The Biz Quiz: 23rd January 2023
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Watch out rats. Facial recognition technology is coming for you.
Marketing Campaigns | The Rise of Pet Influencers
I'm going to have a serious word with my 14-year old black labrador about her abject failure to become a pet influencer. Just imagine how much she might have earned me, sorry her.
Price Elasticity of Demand | Will Significant Price Increases Affect the Quantity of Package Holidays Demanded?
Customers wanting to book holidays to popular summer sun destinations will find prices are much higher for 2023. Will it impact demand? The concept of PED may help answer the question.
Leadership & Management | All Change at the Top for Netflix
It's time for the founder to step aside at Netflix and allow new management to tackle some tricky strategic challenges!
The Biz Quiz: 16th January 2023
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Protecting a Brand | Three Stripes and You're Out. But Four is Fine
There were two winners in this court case - luxury brand Thom Browne Inc, and their lawyers. The loser? Adidas.
Better taste and texture should be on the menu for plant-based food makers if they are to take advantage of growth opportunities.
This change in wine packaging by Waitrose is a real corker.
HR managers at Halfords trying to recruit sufficient car mechanics to meet demand must be exhausted.