Analysis of City-Clusters in China

 

-       Analysis of City-Clusters in China

Factor Condition/Endowment

Supply of skilled manpower: Shandong is 300 km wide, among the largest of the popularly cited city clusters and also it is surrounded by other cities. Therefore, it has large pool of manpower.

Transportation: It has road, inter-city rail and mainly it has port, Wingdao which makes it very especial place. Also, many road and rail way project is going on such as opening of the Qingdao-Yantai-Weihai-Rongcheng intercity railway line and international airports. Thus, this region is connected with other cities by transportation facilities which facilitates of transportation of people and commercial products.

Natural resources:  It has one of the biggest sapphire deposits in the world. Shandong also has huge petroleum deposits, especially in the Dongying area in the Yellow River delta. It also produces the salt from sea water.

Firm strategy, structure and rivalry

 Many foreign countries have invested in this place, especially Korean and Japanese. Thus, there is large competition in term of production locally as well as internationally. It produces Jewelry, Wine and beer such as Tsingtao Beer, Haier and Hisense. Furthermore, it produces oil, automobiles and heavy industrial goods. Hence, the competition with the industry is growing as many firms are competing with each other and also foreign investment is growing in this area. As a result, the local competition has improved their competitiveness and innovation. Furthermore, the municipal governments are competing with each other which is good for developments as a whole.

Demand Condition

The local and international customers are demanding the low budget products so industries are using skilled but comparatively low cost labor. The production industries are also being benefited by its learning experiences over time. Furthermore, the demands of infrastructure development are forcing the local government to invest in road, railway, airport etc which strategically helping for easy supply and better production facilities. Furthermore, the demand of technology development is growing and there is foreign investment in IT industries from different parts of worlds.

Related and supporting Industry

Shandong industries are supported by own resources and suppliers. It has very good soil for production and supply of vineyards which supply is facilitated the wine industry. It doesn’t have to rely heavily on others for jewelry supply as it has its own deposits. It is the largest fossil fuel consumer in china and it is maintaining its demand of fuel from its own petroleum deposits. Also, the transportation and port supported its industries significantly.

Conclusion:

Shandong peninsula and its geographically advantageous position with huge natural resources. transport and port industry supports it in consequence of that was very interested in a rapid development of foreign investors. Based on this we can say that the competition in this area is very high compared with other regions also needs infrastructure development compels local authorities to invest in roads, railways, airports, etc., which are strategically help to smooth the supply and better production . in this context is a large flow of foreign investment in the region.
in the near future, Shandong Peninsula will be one of the key in the economy of China

Analysis of City-Clusters in China

Conclusion:

Shandong peninsula and its geographically advantageous position with huge natural resources. transport and port industry supports it in consequence of that was very interested in a rapid development of foreign investors. Based on this we can say that the competition in this area is very high compared with other regions also needs infrastructure development compels local authorities to invest in roads, railways, airports, etc., which are strategically help to smooth the supply and better production . in this context is a large flow of foreign investment in the region.
in the near future, Shandong Peninsula will be one of the key in the economy of China

results of the study and possible measures to enhance learning organization Cirque du Soleil

Learning Organization Scores Summary

Based on this timetable, my company in the data indicators increased in the column leadership is 60% and the lower figure is in contrast to the learning process percentage is 68%. Education environment is low compared with other indicators. From this you can create one conclusion that the basis for evaluation of organization info and more significant is the process of improving the quality of study.To improve the quality work of the company in my opinion should focus on raising the level learning environment by making changes to the policy leadership of my company

 

Concrete Learning Processes and Practices

This column shows that the processes of learning and practice in my company paid enough attention in my opinion this is due to increased competitive and technological improvements in this environment increases the consumer market. The company pays enough attention to experimentation and technical innovation while at the risk, but based on past experience.

  Supportive Learning Environment  

In the study of maintaining the environment the company made ​​a number of errors. As we can see from the data graphs indicators are quite low. New ideas took a lot of time and change that took place very slowly in the local market and increased competition had a negative impact on the company. For successful companies need to conduct more detailed studies of the local market and consumer demand will help find ways for further development and growth.

Problem and Perspective Macao

Discussion of perspectives and ideas on the application of Paul Ramer, for our city Macau, I can see tendency of amazing contrast between the well-preserved historic buildings on one side and the old urban housing on the other hand, these five or six floor buildings with poor sewage system worn out and lack of parking. Macau Government has set a goal to restore these areas through the creation of new high-rise community that will include school parks underground parking for cars and motorcycles of course in my opinion it is an experiment and it will take years for the fact that these buildings would be justified.Search for new homes for those who will be out of old is mixed areas is a big problem for the government watching the rapid development of high-rises are only a few have become available and the rest is simply empty and their chances for settlement are very small. This slow progress of reconstruction increases the gap between rich and poor. In response to growing private and foreign investment in urban land for public buildings, may no longer be under the control of municipal authorities. Land for public buildings can be developed for commercial offices and hotels, and bring higher profits to government agencies and state enterprises, which intend to make more money, leaving a shortage of land for other public buildings.to meet the requirements of society as a sporting, cultural, and recreational facilities. If the land will be given for the construction of offices, hotels and casinos, you will have fewer opportunities to use and residential buildings and places of public demand (sport, culture, recreation), I would hope that the orderly and effective development of land can be achieved by avoiding incompatible land uses in the wrong places.

Problem,Solution,Impact

Problem

In my opinion describing the problem in Macau, I think that the important problem is traffic on the roads, the use of personal automobiles and failure to use the public transport
Due to the high population density and small territory of Macau in near future it will be a serious problem for residents

 Solution

In my opinion, need to raise tariffs for the use of private cars, to services ,the payment for the use of municipal roads and bridges connecting the island of Macau to introduce the high fee and taxes at the entrance transport from China to raise taxes on fuel for private car owners

 Impact

increase of tax on private transport significantly affect the discharge of the roads in Macau at the same time increasing the level of public transport and making it more available for residents of Macao which will reduce traffic on the roads will improve the ecological environment, and parking lots

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 Strengths

As compared to the industry competitors of CIRQUE DE SOLEIL, the company has been able to preserve their artistic tradition and promote their talents and performances to international market. Having talented employees are the major strength of the company against their competitors. Hence, CIRQUE will have the assurance of gaining customer loyalty and have a good reputation

.vast variety of staff available at all times

not controlled by budgetary constraints but motivated simply by creativity

corporate sponsorships

strong history of successful shows

strong history of lucrative shows

tons of internal staff=creater control

Weaknesses

Entertainment industry today has been able to gain competitive position in the business market. However, the problem with this kind of business is that the emergence of competitors has immediate effect to the performance. In line with However, the problem with this is that the emergence of competitors has an effect to the performance of the company. In line with CIRQUE DE SOLEIL, the company is facing some weaknesses, and one of their weaknesses is in terms of their story. Accordingly, the intensity as well as the beauty of the performances of the talents of Cirque overshadows any other stories and some audiences may view this as nonsense ( 2008). this may affect the competitive position of the company in the chinese market or any international market. In addition, another weakness is their inability to manage and promote their business in any other medium of advertisements

.dependant upon internal employees

human resource costs must be exponentially high

must re-invent certian aspects of the industry

only two visionaries control the company

must produce their own costumes

Opportunities

Since CIRQUE DE SOLEIL is not that familiar with the local Chinese market, conceptualizations of the value propositions of their performances and entertainment are highly in synch with the traditional culture and entertainment in the Chinese market. In this regard, marketing approach come relatively easier to CIRQUE DE SOLEIL management to enter Chinese market to reach their target market easily. Such market situation should be taken advantage by the management to gain competitive edge against other entertainment industries, which are performing in China.

 bisness partners absorb production costs

business partners ofhen provide location to perform

large database of skilled employees thatcan be called upon

evry show has proven profitable over the long-term

Threats

In terms of the threats, one of the threats facing Cirque is with regards to the expenses and the inability to provide enough financial resources for each performance to be made within the specific market place. Aside from these, the threat of the exiting entertainment company may also affect the market entrants of Cirque at Chinese market.dependency upon partners to finance shows

strong dependency on dancers

must acguire a long-term location for show

high cost to produce show

splits profits with financiers

Core Competence + Competitive Advantage

Based on the given case,  of CIRQUE DU SOLEIL includes the management and their employees and staffs. Their main competencies are the ability of the management to determine the possible demands of their target audiences in terms artistic entertainment. Ensuring the quality of their performances shown for their target audiences is another core competency of the company over their rival companies.

In addition, the ability of the company to efficiently control all its resources from their human, physical, and financial resources is another core competency that can be attributed to the management of CIRQUE.  The employees and staffs who are highly motivated and devoted to perform well during their performances are other important aspects for assuring the success of the company to enter Chinese audiences.  The highly trained performers are also a leap against their competitors. In this regard, the company has been able to gain loyal audiences from different parts of the world.  In addition, the marketing personnel of the CIRQUE have the ability to think of the most effective ways to market and promote their shows.

From the core competence aspects, one of the strengths of the company is their fast and intensive transfer of operational capabilities across the expanded markets, which allow the company to benefit from learning curve, operational and other cost reduction benefits. In addition, the company also has the ability to develop new innovative solutions to meet changing demand of the audiences at different parts of the world. From the portfolio perspective, the core competencies of the company are its experience of international operations.

FiveForces

They want their audience to bring imagination, while challenge the senses and bringing out the emotions of people around the world. Their vision is to continually introduce a new and exciting show.

Strength: They are introducing and challenging the audience to a unique way of a circus experience. Their using of words, invoke, provoke and evoke people’s emotions. They start wanting to appeal to the audience and from there they will provide a show to intrigue and bring passion in the performance to everyone. They are focusing on the customer’s benefits.

Weaknesses: The statement is too vague; you don’t understand the business they are in. Though it is a powerful sentence it doesn’t say anything about their organization.

Degree of Rivalry

The existent intense rivalry is competing against the local live entertainment business. Some of the more competitive rivals within the entertainment art industry are opera, theatre, and Broadway. They are trying to get to some cities, and having to bid to make it in. Competition is not based on the price it’s based on the innovativeness, uniqueness that attracts the audience by drawing their interests.

Power of Suppliers

Because it’s such a large organization, Cirque du Soleil would never have the problem of suppliers taking over. There are many other options to get their resources from. Cirque du Soleil would provide so much profit to their suppliers they would not want to lose them as customer, and therefore keep their prices low.

Celebrities – It may not have as much power with a celebrity, they may name a price and Cirque du Soleil would not have much to say if there was a large demand for that person or group.

Power of Buyer

The media is a great force affecting customer’s decision. Therefore, Cirque du Soleil has to have effective marketing strategy in order to pursue customers to visit. They are also dependent on where the show is taking place. Customers are tourists, families, and children, general. 

Competitive rivalry

High capital requirements mean a company must spend a lot of money in order to compete in the market. High capital requirements positively affect Cirque du Soleil. …High sunk costs make it difficult for a competitor to enter a new market, because they have to commit money up front with no guarantee of returns in the end. High sunk costs positively affect Cirque du Soleil. …If strong brands(FRANCO DRAGONE) are critical to compete, then new competitors will have to improve their brand value in order to effectively compete. Strong brands positively affect Cirque du Soleil. …Advanced technologies make it difficult for new competitors to enter the market because they have to develop those technologies before effectively competing. The requirement for advanced technologies positively affects Cirque du Soleil. …Economies of scale help producers to lower their cost by producing the next unit of output at lower costs. When new competitors enter the market, they will have a higher cost of production, because they have smaller economies of scale. Economies of scale positively affect Cique du Soleil. …