Download or read book Tesla s Market Entry Strategy in Germany Foreign Market Entry and Cross Cultural Business written by Simon Glandien and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2020-11-18 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Academic Paper from the year 2020 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: A+, , course: Cross-Cultural Business, language: English, abstract: The purpose of this paper is to analyze and evaluate the market entry of Tesla Inc. in Germany. In November 2019, Tesla revealed to build a European production plant on the outskirts of Berlin in Germany. The aim of this paper is to give account to the foreign market entry of Tesla Inc. in Germany. This leads to the following research question that guides this paper: What could be business success factors and threats of Tesla's strategy to enter the German automotive industry market? Tesla Inc. (former Tesla Motors Inc.) is a car manufacturer and sells fully electric vehicles, energy storage systems as well as installs, operates and maintains solar and energy storage products (Reuters, n.d.). The company was founded in 2003 by a group of engineers. In 2008 Tesla launched their first electric vehicle to the market (Tesla, n.d.). “Tesla’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to sustainable energy”, so the car manufacturer. So far most of the Tesla vehicles are produced and assembled in the United States at its main Tesla Factory in Fremont, California. To that Tesla operates other, multiple production and assembly plants, named Gigafactory, such as in Fremont, California (Giga Nevada) and in Buffalo, New York (Giga New York). Recently, in 2019, Tesla opened its first Gigafactory outside the American region in Shanghai, China (Giga Shanghai). A strategic step to internationalize the company and to enter the Chinese market. This strategic action can be explained by the fact that China is the largest car market in the world and the government is speeding up the expansion of electric mobility. Furthermore, manufacturing in Shanghai saves Tesla from having to transport its vehicles overseas and avoids import duties incurred in China for cars from the United States. However, the company is not just expanding its manufacturing into China.

Download or read book Tesla Motors Inc Market Entry Strategy in Germany written by Andreas Kauerhof and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2017-03-01 with total page 33 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 1,3, University of applied sciences, Munich, language: English, abstract: The author of this assignment reviews the Tesla’s business model approach and its strategy in the non-domestic German market. Tesla’s firm specific advantages are especially related to innovation of the vehicle, the battery and the infrastructure. Tesla Motors follows a product strategy entering from premium market and moving towards mass market. After starting with a high-price Roadster model Tesla launched the more affordable Sedan and a SUV model. In 2017 Tesla plans to launch its first mass market EV. Tesla shows a new value chain in the automotive industry by a deep of vertical integration from EVs manufacturing towards software, recharging network and battery manufacturing. Tesla entered the German market to export premium EVs. The Automaker also builds a charging network in Germany and prepares the market for its future mass production Model 3 coming in 2017. This work consists of three major parts. The first part deals with the theoretical background of international strategies for MNEs. The second part describes Tesla as a company and its strategy. The last part analyzes the competitive advantages of Tesla and shows how they are used to enter the German market. This work ends with a final reflection and a conclusion of the research.

Download or read book Foreign Market Entry and Culture written by Thomas Wagner and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2009-07 with total page 25 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2008 in the subject Business economics - Miscellaneous, grade: 1,3, University of Aarhus, course: Culture and International Business, language: English, abstract: Going abroad is nowadays much more easy due to the continuous globalization process with lower transportation costs and immediate information exchange. Especially during the last decades firms have increasingly committed themselves to global markets in order to exploit cost advantages through lower labour costs or in order to follow the demand for their products (Barkema et al. 1996:164). A firm seeking to perform in a foreign market by establishing a business function (e.g. production management, distribution) has to choose the best mode of entry which is very relevant for the success of foreign operations and therefor an important issue. But foreign market entry does not come along without any costs especialy in cultural distant countries. The impact of differences in national culture, measured as cultural distance between the home country of Multinational Enterprises (MNEs) and the country of operation is a very important issue and therefor worth to examine. The main questions the paper tries to answer is: In which ways does culture matter in the internationalization process of a firm? How does culture affect the choice of market entry and which problems arise due to cultural differneces? Which impediments regarding culture have firms to deal with when going to China?

Download or read book An evaluation of joint venture as a mode of entry The example of Volkswagen written by Lars Steilmann and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2017-10-31 with total page 27 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2014 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 2,0, University of Applied Sciences Essen, language: English, abstract: In the last years the globalisation has increased the competition amongst the companies and forced them to enter foreign markets. The development of a market entry strategy is very complex and has long-term concerns for a company. Therefore choosing an adequate market entry strategy is of great significance. This term paper is concerned with the evaluation of joint venture as a mode of entry for the German car manufacturer Volkswagen entering the Chinese market. Therefore I will give a theoretical introduc-tion into international market entry strategies and clarify advantages and disadvantages in chapter two. In the next chapter the emergence of possible market entry strategy for the Chinese market is checked. Therefore, the importance of the Chinese market will be shown at the beginning. Then the when and where will be explained. The fourth chapter shows Volkswagen ́s way for entering the Chinese market.

Download or read book Market Entry Strategies written by Mario Glowik and published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. This book was released on 2020-09-21 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This entirely revised and updated third edition of Market Entry Strategies continues to combine the profound explanation of internationalization theories and concepts with real-life firm cases. Reviewing the readers’ valuable feedback from successful previous editions this version targets to improve the readability. New firm cases of Delivery Hero and Tesla contribute to broaden the books’ industry focus. Particular attention is paid on the case studies developed to exercise in light of business practice what is theoretically taught and explained in the textbook. Through its link to digital learning tools such as charts available to the public at YouTube this new edition provides best pre-requisites for distance learning environments.

Download or read book International Business written by Shad Morris and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2023-03-14 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An incisive and comprehensive exploration of international business in the modern world In the newly updated third edition of International Business, an accomplished team of educators and business practitioners delivers a revitalized approach to the discipline that brings international business to life. This latest edition of the book includes one-of-a-kind chapters on sustainability, poverty, and innovation, as well as new Mini-Simulation activities, explorations of the Covid-19 pandemic and its effects on commerce, the business implications of social and civic justice, race, and inequality debates, new whiteboard animations, a video and podcast series, and new case studies on equity, diversity, and inclusion at Microsoft. International Business efficiently prepares students for the global economy and transforms the authors' impressive international experience at multi-national corporations into an indispensable pedagogical resource.

Download or read book Transdisciplinarity written by Nima Rezaei and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2022-11-13 with total page 738 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This contributed volume book aims at discussing transdisciplinary approaches to address common problems. By working transdisciplinarily, researchers coming from different disciplines can work jointly using a shared conceptual framework bringing together disciplinary-specific theories and concepts. There are numerous barriers that can obstruct effective communication between different cultures, communities, religions and geographies. This book shows that through bringing together different disciplines, researchers not only can surpass these barriers but can effectively produce new venues of thought that can positively affect the development and evolution of research and education. The book discusses new and emerging applications of knowledge produced by transdisciplinary efforts and covers the interplay of many disciplines, including agriculture, economics, mathematics, engineering, industry, information technology, marketing, nanoscience, neuroscience, space exploration, human-animal relationships, among others. Consequently, it also covers the relationship between art and science, as one of the most remarkable transdisciplinary approaches that paves the way for new methods in engineering, design, architecture and many other fields.

Download or read book The optimization of market entry strategies focused on market entry barriers in China written by Elisabeth Bilewicz and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2007-01-29 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bachelor Thesis from the year 2006 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 1,6, University of Applied Sciences Essen, 119 entries in the bibliography, language: English, abstract: The introduction of this paper as well as the summary and the scope of work are drawn in the first chapter. Chapter 2 deals with the definition and relevance of the problem and outlines the research methods that are applied in this work. The third chapter is composed of the theoretical background for the subsequent case. For this reason chapter 3.1 gives an overview of the relevant market entry strategies. Afterwards an analysis of the selected market entry strategy that is relevant for the case - the joint venture - is given in chapter 3.2. This analysis is subdivided in three areas: a definition (3.2.1), the explanation of different variations of this market strategy (3.2.2.) and finally a critical comment in chapter 3.2.3 which includes a comparison of its advantages and disadvantages. In chapter 3.3 relevant theories for market entry barriers will be introduced. Porters Industry analysis will be described in chapter 3.3.1. Afterwards, the SWOTanalysis, its origin and elements will be explained generally in chapter 3.3.2 and Hofstedes cultural value dimensions will be outlined in chapter 3.3.3. Out of these theories the selected elements for the case part will be illustrated in chapter 3.4. First, the SWOT analysis will be explained in detail in chapter 3.4.1. For this reason the selected market entry barrier elements will be outlined. Again this chapter is sectioned into three parts: a detailed definition of the SWOT elements weaknesses (3.4.1.1) and threats (3.4.1.2) is given, its use is clarified afterwards (3.4.1.3) and a critical comment is drawn finally (3.4.1.4). The elements of Hofstedes cultural value dimension are analysed the same way as the theoretical elements of the market entry strategy and elements of the SWOT analysis. First, all selected dimensions will be defined. Chapter 3.4.2.1 is concerned with Power Distance, followed by the dimensions of Uncertainty avoidance (3.4.2.2) and Individualism versus Collectivism (3.4.2.3.). This definition will be closed with the last dimension: Long-Term orientation in chapter 3.4.2.4. In the following there will given be a critical comment on Hofstedes theory in chapter 3.4.2.5. After the theoretical background is outlined in chapter 3, chapter 4 is concentrated on the case part and the application of the discussed theories and methodologies into a practical environment. [...]

Download or read book Entry strategies in the Chinese market written by Christian Herbst and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2005-06-09 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Diploma Thesis from the year 2004 in the subject Business economics - Trade and Distribution, grade: 1,7, Stralsund University of Applied Sciences, language: English, abstract: [...] Those milestones will be outlined in the following chapters. Concerning the structure of this thesis, it will start off by giving a general description of the Chinese market and its economic development, as well as trade and investment opportunities and motives. After that, an overview of the Chinese culture will be given, including a description of Chinese behavioural patterns and the difference to German behaviour. Furthermore negotiation style and techniques will be pointed out. Based on all the information given, potential entry strategies will then be pointed out, including each strategy’s advantages and disadvantages. Besides, industrial and foreign direct investment opportunities policies regulated by the Chinese government will be illustrated and major investment opportunities will be outlined. This chapter is followed by a description of the choice of location, which also includes an overview about certain investment incentives which are offered in specific regions. The following chapter deals with a complete risk analysis for the Chinese market. The second but last chapter deals with companies, which have managed to enter the Chinese market. This chapter also includes a description of the reasons why these companies have been so successful in accessing the Chinese market. Finally, the most important information will be summarized and a final conclusion will be drawn. Figures and tables are part of the appendix.

Download or read book Proceedings of the 2022 2nd International Conference on Financial Management and Economic Transition FMET 2022 written by Vilas Gaikar and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2023-02-10 with total page 830 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is an open access book. As a leading role in the global megatrend of scientific innovation, China has been creating a more and more open environment for scientific innovation, increasing the depth and breadth of academic cooperation, and building a community of innovation that benefits all. Such endeavors are making new contributions to the globalization and creating a community of shared future. FMET is to bring together innovative academics and industrial experts in the field of Financial Management and Economic to a common forum. We will discuss and study about Financial marketing, Corporate finance, Management and administration of commercial Banks, International trade theory and practice, Economy and foreign economic management, Economic information management and other fields. FMET 2022 also aims to provide a platform for experts, scholars, engineers, technicians and technical R & D personnel to share scientific research achievements and cutting-edge technologies, understand academic development trends, expand research ideas, strengthen academic research and discussion, and promote the industrialization cooperation of academic achievements. To adapt to this changing world and China's fast development in the new era, 2022 2nd International Conference on Financial Management and Economic Transition to be held in August 2022. This conference takes "bringing together global wisdom in scientific innovation to promote high-quality development" as the theme and focuses on cutting-edge research fields including Financial Management and Economic Transition. FMET 2022 encourages the exchange of information at the forefront of research in different fields, connects the most advanced academic resources in China and the world, transforms research results into industrial solutions, and brings together talent, technology and capital to drive development. The conference sincerely invites experts, scholars, business people and other relevant personnel from universities, scientific research institutions at home and abroad to attend and exchange!

Download or read book Market Entry Concepts of Chinese Automotive Companies into the European Market written by Ramona Blietz and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2016-11-08 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master's Thesis from the year 2015 in the subject Economics - International Economic Relations, grade: 1,3, Berlin School of Economics and Law (IMB), language: English, abstract: This paper investigates Chinese automotive companies’ internationalisation activities into the European market. They are still short on experience and young in history. Since the Chinese economy has only gradually liberalised after 1978, the industry has been highly influenced by joint venture activities with foreign automobile companies in China.12 years ago, Chinese automotive companies started to internationalise. Dunning’s eclectic paradigm is utilized as academic foundation and related motives and entry modes are aligned to current Chinese activities. In early attempts to enter Europe there was a predominant resource-seeking motive, while later market-seeking reasons became more obvious and have dominated the activities since. So far, ownership-specific advantages do not play a major role in terms of valuable intangible assets like patents, whereas location specific determinants are significant, especially in terms of governmental impact. Additional home market advantages in labour endowment, resources, legal environment and strong finan- cial resources give Chinese automakers an edge and prepare them to further internationalise. However, regarding all OLI forces, there are still no outweighing advantages over European competitors. The interviewed experts do not expect a noticeable market entry with significant sales volume within the next ten years. To date, Chinese exports and FDI in Europe are the most relevant modes even though visibility is marginal. According to industry experts, companies like Qoros, BYD and Geely are possible candidates to succeed on the European market in the future. Other brands, which failed to enter Europe, e.g. due to lacking safety standards, are yet still opinion-forming. It is concluded, that if China’s automotive industry consolidates and advances technologically, it will be prepared to successfully compete on global markets, in particular Europe. The acquisition of European car manufacturers represent – in this context – a feasible possibility to speed up the process and offset technological deficiencies.

Download or read book Definition and Market Analysis of the Tesla Motors Model S written by Erik Somssich and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2017-04-04 with total page 21 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Business economics - Offline Marketing and Online Marketing, grade: 1,3, University of applied sciences, Cologne, course: Marketing, language: English, abstract: The purpose of this document is to analyse the strategic marketing positioning of Tesla Motors with the focus on its premium electric car, “Model S”. From the text: - The Company Tesla Motors; - Business Analysis; - Market Analysis; - Market Positioning and Strategy

Download or read book Entering the Electric Car Market in Germany written by David Schröder and published by Grin Publishing. This book was released on 2009 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Scientific Study from the year 2008 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: B, University of Canterbury, course: Strategic Management, language: English, abstract: Executive Summary Tesla wants to bring three electric car models on the German market; the Roadster in early 2009 and two future models in the following years. This strategic analysis is aimed at supporting Tesla in its management decisions to successfully launch these three models and gives advice on future strategy. It provides specific information on the German market and is divided into the analyses of critical success factors, emerging issues and trends and the support of innovation. Critical Success Factors It is most important to manage the cars' entrance into the market from the factory to the customer. This includes the choice of a strategic location for a future manufacturing facility that enables Tesla to produce higher quantities of the two future models, the distribution channel via importers and dealers, the marketing including advertisement and public relationships, and customer service. Pricing will be a success factor for the two future models. Emerging Issues and Trends Emerging issues can be considered on a global scale, most of them aren't specific to Germany. The major issue is the influence of the oil industry on the whole automotive sector. Transport experts predict that electric cars will be the successors of petrol cars; this is a threat for the existing industries and their established infrastructure. Supported are electric cars by the "green" trend and changes which are made in environmental legislations by the German government and some city councils. Further support comes from the power industry which desires to launch the concept "vehicle to grid". This concept reduces energy generation and distribution issues and only works with an increasing number of electric cars. Support of Innovation Tesla can be innovative by developi

Download or read book BMW Entering the Automobile Market in Brazil written by Marcel Keller and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2014-02-26 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2012 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 1, Coventry University (Business School), language: English, abstract: The ongoing globalisation and the interrelated trade of goods and services are an integral part of today’s business. In particular, the automobile industry plays an important role within the global environment, because of their strong linkages within the global economy. The increased international commitment of car manufacturers is driven by, on the one hand issues of limited opportunities in their respective home markets and, on the other hand, superior opportunities in emerging markets such as China or India. Therefore, motives for entering new markets can be either proactive, for example, expand market share, lower costs or the availability of resources or they can be reactive, for example, to remain competitive. For instance, German car manufacturers are faced by a highly competitive home market, not only within the mass market, but in the premium market as well. BMW, for instance, has been proactive by taking the opportunity to enter new markets such as China where it has produced cars since 2003. Furthermore, BMW assemblies its cars with a reassembly production process in India, Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia. However, these are just a few emerging economies where the company seeks its opportunities. Emerging economies such as Brazil offer auspicious potential for foreign investors as well. Brazil is the eighth largest economy by Gross Domestic Product (GDP), the fifth by population and the fourth largest car market in the world. While other companies just consider investments in emerging markets, BMW already benefits by exporting its cars to Brazil. Nevertheless, to take full advantage of the market the company contemplates entering Brazil ́s car market by foreign direct investment. Consequently, BMW has to investigate the Brazilian market very thoughtfully. The aim of this report is to critically analyse and evaluate the automobile industry as well as the business environment in Brazil with reference to BMW. Furthermore, the report identifies recommendations to develop a long-term market entry strategy in order to act successfully in the market.

Download or read book Competitor Assessment The electric vehicle industry Tesla s strategic focus lies on establishing its brand in the mass automotive market written by Dennis Schindeldecker and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2017-06-20 with total page 17 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 1,0, Post University, course: Competitive Intelligence, language: English, abstract: The overall electric vehicle industry has grown significantly in the last five years. One of many reasons for that was the introduction of Tesla`s first electric vehicle in 2009 with a strong differentiation strategy. Tesla is now focused on its entry into the mass automotive market. To achieve that, the company is committed to invest heavily in its production capacity and model line-up, most recently with the introduction of Model 3. Tesla’s competitive advantages for this strategic goal include a superior electric vehicle technology and recharging infrastructure, brand recognition, a first mover market position, and a strong network of strategic partnerships. However, since the company entered the industry in the premium sport and luxury sedan vehicle niche segment, it has a resource disadvantage in regards to know-how, large-scale manufacturing processes and model line-up when it comes to the mass automotive market. Additionally, the company is relying on an overall growth of the EV demand, technological improvements and a high number of customer referrals in the near future. There is a large number of existing premium manufacturers in this space, several of which already enjoy major manufacturing and economies of scale advantages that will make this endeavor highly costly and risky. However, the combination of Tesla’s competitive advantages and aggressive marketing could result in the capture and sustainment of a significant percentage of market shares in the mass automotive segment.

Download or read book What Makes For a Successful Market Entry Strategy and Operation Mode The Company V lkl Expanding to Argentina written by Katja Steinhauser and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2020-04-03 with total page 21 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2016 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 1.0, University of Applied Sciences Kempten, language: English, abstract: Multiple reasons can lead to the decision of a company expanding to a further and yet foreign market. Profit and growth goals, economies of scale or foreign market opportunities are just a few fundamental reasons. The aim of the present paper is to develop a realistic market entry strategy for Völkl Ski and Snowboard, to expand to the emerging country Argentina. The goal within this development is to detect how the structure of the company and the conditions in the host country influence the decision for an optimum market entry strategy.The core question convoying the research and also underlining the aforementioned problem potential can be formulated as follows:Is it possible for Völkl to successfully sell high quality products in a yet small market in a country being situated in a drastic political and economic change? Besides the company’s interest in exploiting market possibilities there can also be problems or threats in the home market resulting in a pressure to expand. For the process of the above named research question the first chapter of the paper implicates an introduction to the company Völkl, also identifying its state of internationalization. Further on the country Argentina will be analyzed by reference to the PEST approach. Additionally, the second chapter includes the study of the ski industry in Argentina, also revealing the strongest competitors in the market.

Download or read book Evaluation of Joint Ventures as a Mode of Entry into the Chinese Market written by and published by GRIN Verlag. This book was released on 2016-04-22 with total page 18 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Seminar paper from the year 2015 in the subject Business economics - Business Management, Corporate Governance, grade: 2,3, University of Applied Sciences Essen, language: English, abstract: This term paper will first of all give an overview of existing foreign market entry modes. Secondly there will be a description of joint ventures in general by analyzing typical motives and risks for using a specific mode of entry to internationalize. At the end of the second part, the situation on the Chinese market is discussed to introduce the reader to the concrete business case of Volkswagen and SAIC Motors, which will be discussed in the third part. Finally, this paper will provide an evaluation of the success of this joint venture on the Chinese market. Globalization, in recent times, has generated a lot of interest in the business world. More companies are now seeking to escape their comfort zones (home markets) and enter into international markets to expand their businesses. Internationalization has seen several factors as its driving force. More countries have opened their markets to foreign entrants through liberalization and deregulation of previous trade-inhibiting laws. Consumers, in most parts of the world, have also exhibited a homogenous behavior that encourages internationalization. Products that sell well in one part of the world have shown the likelihood to perform the same in other areas, which has motivated more companies to explore international markets. Other external driving factors are an improvement in technology and logistics. It is now possible for companies to communicate and track the activities of each of its subsidiaries or branches in the world. Technology has offered a business with an appropriate infrastructure that ensures smooth running of their affairs worldwide. Some products also exhibit shorter life cycles; thus, limiting the amount a company can produce. Internationalization offers such company's ability to produce more by expanding their reach beyond local/home markets. Expansion into international markets by a company is motivated by several factors. One of the major factors is to spur growth and increase profitability. Many companies are seeking to enter into foreign markets to expand their influence and increase their sales and revenue. Internationalization for such companies means an access to a wider customer base, which implies more product sales and more revenues. Expanding the size and scope helps achieve the economies of scale.