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Dell Management Problems

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Management Dell: A Management Problem-Solving Analysis Business Model Dell uses a direct sales model via the internet and the telephone network to sell all its products, both to customers and corporations. The company practices a just in time (JIT) inventory management system; this approach utilizes the "pull" system by building computers only after customers place an order and by requesting materials from suppliers as needed. Since customers can order online and by telephone, it is convenient for customers to contact Dell directly (Source: Soul of Dell). S.W.O.T. analysis Strengths: * No inventory build up: They don't have inventory, all the items are ordered as needed. * Industry leading growth: Well established, renowned brand name * Cost efficiency: they are using cheap labor * Direct to customer business model: the system cuts out the retailer and supply directly to customers * Customization of computers, a unique strategy * Internet sale leadership (Source: Soul of Dell) Weaknesses: * High dependency on suppliers:...

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