Sustainable Solutions at Dell Joy Carter DBA Strategy Dr. Denise Land March 2010 Sustainable Solutions and Dell Computers In this tech-driven world, computers, and electronics are the common denominators. Millions of people use computers and electronic devices multiple times every day. Between innovation and use, the need to replace these devices is paramount and creates a solid market for certain electronic manufacturers. One of the biggest environmental concerns is toxic waste and plastics in landfills. A report about e-waste on the Greenpeace website states that “more than 4.6 million [tons] of e-waste ended up in landfills in the United States in 2000. Toxic chemicals in electronics products can leach into the land over time or are released into the atmosphere, impacting nearby communities and the environment” (Greenpeace International, 2010, para 2). One of the biggest contributors to toxic waste is computer manufacturers and of the many that exist, Dell Computers is one of the most successful. Most of the computers manufactured today rely heavily on plastics and chemicals that eventually emit toxins into the world’s soil and water. According to Mezner, Chrisman and Carroll, enterprise strategy is defined as “How the firm attempts to add value to its stakeholders in order to legitimize its existence and ensure its future” (1990, p. 333). Computer and electronics manufacturers are of necessity reconsidering the way they produce their goods, their impact on…
Introduction First, this paper will discuss the main factors when deciding the to purchase a lap top or tablet. Next this paper will review three important characteristics of each that may influence your decision. After reviewing the characteristics that may influence you, this paper will recommend three best-selling tablets and laptops and decide which is best to purchase base off of what you need them for. Main factors in deciding to Purchase a Laptop or Tablet Decision time, Gartner…
Alienware has been an industry leader in high-quality desktop and laptops that are specifically designed for anyone who loves to play videogames on their computer. They have always build their computers with state-of-the-art components to ensure the user has the optimal frames per second (FPS) and graphics quality while they play their favorite games. Videogame and computer hardware companies are constantly upgrading their technology to make the gaming experience better than ever, and it’s…
Alienware MYYx series. Introduction Some platforms are typically associated with gaming and the like. Alienware is one of the names that comes the foremost when you think about it. Generally offering high performance, they are most used for gaming. Architecture (I) -- Architecturally, it’s a make from generally the latest available hardware. It is constantly updated in its specifications. For what it caters to, it can be thought of as necessary; since the more outdated the hardware, the…
to purchase an electronic product. Apple and Microsoft is the world’s most notable electronic brands, but their products are different in terms of their cost, design, and performance. The first difference is cost. As we know, Apple products are expensive. For example, depending on their different sizes, the prices of Apple laptops are between $999 and $1299. The IPhone costs $649 and IPads cost $550. These examples of prices are the cheapest in the Apple store. There are also devices with…
response time is 1 millisecond and allows you to manage the acceleration up to 50G. Other data concerns a 72MHz 32-bit ARM Turbo V2 architecture micro-controller and an internal memory of 576kB (to save keystrokes). Not for Wireless Gamers The Roccat Nyth is in fact only available with a power supply. You use it via the 1.8-meter long gold-plated USB 2.0 cable with a durable covering. A pity for lovers of Wireless models, but in this way the gaming mouse is always functions and ready. No…
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months. They also both have playoffs, league champs, and overall champs. The main difference between their seasons are how teams are officially recognized, and that is not a bad thing. The way the NBA works is each team has to be recognized by the NBA to be an official NBA team, limiting players to have to join those teams to get into big competitions. The way the LCS works is the MOBA teams play their way up the ranks to become a recognized group. Thus recognizing the best teams democratically…
I am not sure where that idea comes from and I don 't think that this is going to happen anytime soon. However, the choice of purchasing a Laptop or a PC is going to depend on whether you are looking for mobility or performance. As a rule of thumb, gamers usually go for the performance that the PC 's offer versus students that prefer laptops for their mobility. As a gamer, you are more likely to choose a PC with a powerful graphics card that can handle the game pixels. I am sure that all of my…
storm since early 2000’s and it has forced businesses to adjust their approach to marketing. Before social media businesses use to post their ads and promotions in newspapers or on billboards, however, even though these methods still exists a lot has changed. Businesses have been almost forced to start promoting on social media in order to get their word out. There is almost a guarantee that when you go onto a social media site such as Facebook or Instagram you will see some type of promotion…