The case method is an excellent learning tool as well as an important assessment instrument.
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Updated on: 11/04/2017 08:25 PM Due on: 11/06/2017
The case method is an excellent learning tool as well as an important assessment instrument. It helps develop your ability to synthesize textbook material and various situational factors. With this case study, you will be meeting the following learning outcomes:
Describe the online commerce environment and factors that determine the economic viability of an online firm.
Identify the challenges faced by online retailers.
Discuss major features and trends of the online retail and service sectors.
Assignment: Review the Case Study OpenTable: Your Reservation Is Waiting located on pages 625-629 of the textbook. Perform the following:
At one point, OpenTable was in 50 cities, but only bringing in $100,000 per month in revenue with expenses of $1 million per month. Review each of the strategic factors located page 587 of the textbook (value chain, core competencies, synergies, technology, and social/legal challenges) and discuss the issues that you think were causing it lose money .
Describe the online commerce environment and factors that determine the economic viability of an online firm.
Identify the challenges faced by online retailers.
Discuss major features and trends of the online retail and service sectors.
Assignment: Review the Case Study OpenTable: Your Reservation Is Waiting located on pages 625-629 of the textbook. Perform the following:
At one point, OpenTable was in 50 cities, but only bringing in $100,000 per month in revenue with expenses of $1 million per month. Review each of the strategic factors located page 587 of the textbook (value chain, core competencies, synergies, technology, and social/legal challenges) and discuss the issues that you think were causing it lose money .
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Solution: The case method is an excellent learning tool as well as an important assessment instrument.