Microsoft Corporation

2011-07-21T20:56:00.000-07:00

BACKGROUND

Microsoft Corporation founded by Bill Gates and Paul Allen on April 4, 1975 with headquarter in Redmond, Washington, USA that develops, manufactures, licenses, and supports a wide range of products and services predominantly related to computing through its various product divisions. In 2010, Microsoft employs 89,000 people and offices allocated around the world.

VISION

To be led by a globally diverse workforce that consistently delivers outstanding business results, understands the various cultural demands of a global marketplace, is passionate about technology and the promise it holds to tap human potential, and thrives in a corporate culture where inclusive behaviors are valued.

MISSION

To be the world’s #1 provider of innovative technology solutions that help realize the full potential of its diverse customers and partners around the world.

OPERATION

Microsoft Corporation operates on Computer software, Consumer electronics, Digital distribution, Computer hardware, Video games, IT consulting, Online advertising, Retail stores and Automotive software.

Microsoft also traded as NASDAQ: MSFT, Dow Jones Industrial Average Component, NASDAQ-100 Component, and S&P 500 Component.

Microsoft has divided Products and Services into 3 divisions:

1. Windows & Windows Live Division, Server and Tools, Online Services Division

Windows & Windows Live Division produces the flagship Windows OS line such as Windows 7 as well as Windows Live family of products and services.

Server and Tools produces the server versions of Windows, such as Windows Server 2008 R2, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft Silverlight, and Systems Management Server. Other server products include: Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Exchange Server, Small Business Server, and Microsoft BizTalk Server. Microsoft provides IT consulting ("Microsoft Consulting Services") and produces a set of certification programs handled by the Server and Tools division designed to recognize individuals who have a minimal set of proficiencies in a specific role; this includes developers Microsoft Certified Solution Developer, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, Microsoft Certified Trainers, and Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator and Microsoft Certified Database Administrator. Microsoft Press, which publishes books, is also managed by the division.

The Online Services Business division handles the online service MSN and the search engine Bing. As of December 2009, the company also possesses an 18% ownership of the cable news channel MSNBC and develops the channel's website, msnbc.com, in a joint venture with the channel's co-owner, NBC Universal.

2. Business Division

The Microsoft Business Division produces Microsoft Office including Microsoft Office 2010. The software product includes Word, Access, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Publisher. A number of other products were added later with the release of Office 2003 including Visio, Project, MapPoint, InfoPath and OneNote. The division also develops enterprise resource planning (ERP) software for companies under the Microsoft Dynamics brand. These include: Microsoft Dynamics AX, Microsoft Dynamics NAV, Microsoft Dynamics GP, and Microsoft Dynamics SL.

3. Entertainment and Devices Division

The Entertainment and Devices Division produces the Windows CE and Windows Phone 7. Microsoft initially entered the mobile market through Windows CE for handheld devices, eventually developing into the Windows Mobile OS and now, Windows Phone 7. The division also produces computer games that run on Windows PCs and other systems including titles such as Age of Empires, Halo and the Microsoft Flight Simulator series, and houses the Macintosh Business Unit which produces Mac OS software including Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac. Microsoft's Entertainment and Devices Division designs, markets, and manufactures consumer electronics including the Xbox 360 game console, the handheld Zune media player, and the television-based Internet appliance MSN TV. Microsoft also markets personal computer hardware including mice, keyboards, and various game controllers such as joysticks and gamepads.

Article : Mach Morn

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Reference :

http://www.microsoft.com

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microsoft

General Motors

2011-06-22T20:41:00.000-07:00

BACKGROUND

General Motors Company (GM) founded by William "Billy" Durant on September 16, 1908 and is one of the world’s largest automakers. With its global headquarters in Detroit, GM employs 209,000 people in every major region of the world and does business in more than 120 countries. GM and its strategic partners produce cars and trucks in 31 countries, and sell and service these vehicles through the following brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Daewoo, Holden, Isuzu, Jiefang, Opel, Vauxhall and Wuling. GM’s largest national market is China, followed by the United States, Brazil, the United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, Russia, Mexico, and Uzbekistan. GM’s OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle safety, security and information services.

VISION

GM’s vision is to be the world leader in transportation products and related services. We will earn our customers’ enthusiasm through continuous improvement driven by the integrity, teamwork, and innovation of GM people.

MISSION

G.M. is a multinational corporation engaged in socially responsible operations, worldwide. It is dedicated to provide products and services of such quality that our customers will receive superior value while our employees and business partners will share in our success and our stock-holders will receive a sustained superior return on their investment.

OPERATION

General Motors operates in five segments: GM North America (GMNA), GM Europe (GME), GM International Operations (GMIO), GM South America (GMSA) and GM Financial.

GM produces cars, trucks and parts under the brand names Baojun, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Daewoo, Holden, Opel, Isuzu, Vauxhall, Jiefang, FAW, and Wuling and sells them worldwide. The company sells its cars and trucks to dealers for consumer retail sales, as well as to fleet customers, including daily rental car companies, commercial fleet customers, leasing companies, and governments. Its major markets include China, the United States, Brazil, the United Kingdom, Germany, Canada, and Italy.

GM’s OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security, and information services. In addition, it provides automotive financing services through its subsidiary, General Motors Financial Company, Inc., which purchases automobile finance contracts for new and used vehicles purchased by consumers primarily from franchised and select independent dealerships.

GME has sales, manufacturing and distribution operations across Western and Central Europe.

GM Financial is an automotive finance company. GM Financial purchases automobile finance contracts for new and used vehicles purchased by consumers primarily from franchised and select independent dealerships. GM Financial offers financing to consumers who are unable to obtain financing from more traditional sources. GM Financial services its loan portfolio at regional centers using automated loan servicing and collection systems. GM Financial finances its loan origination volume through the use of credit facilities and securitization trusts that issue asset-backed securities to investors.

General Motors established the GM Foundation (GMF) in 1976 to ensure continuity of its philanthropic efforts. The GMF is committed to supporting organizations and programs designed to affect and improve the quality of life in communities. The GMF supports a variety of activities in four major areas: education, health and human services, environment and energy, and community development. Financial support from the General Motors Foundation is enabling the American Red Cross to purchase supplies and rush disaster relief services to communities affected by the Tennessee and Kentucky floods. When disaster strikes, the Red Cross mobilizes volunteers and supplies into affected areas to shelter, feed and provide emotional support to disaster victims and emergency personnel. How to apply please click this link (Application Process)

Article : Penh Sothavy

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Reference :

- http://www.gm.com

- http://www.samples-help.org.uk/mission-statements/general-motors-vision-statement.htm

- http://www.samples-help.org.uk/mission-statements/general-motors-mission-statement.htm

- http://www.company-statements-slogans.info/list-of-companies-g/general-motors.htm

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Microsoft Corporation

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