Will Monster be a brand acquisition for Coca-Cola?

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/30/coca-cola-monster-acquisition_n_1466018.html

Is Coca-Cola thinking about an acquisition with Monster Beverage Corporation? Coca-Cola has denied all claims of this so-called rumor. However, many investors believe this is true because Coca-Cola has been trying to boost their sales with the energy drink sector of the company. If this were to take place, Monster would be Coca-Cola's largest brand acquisition ever. Another piece of evidence pointing towards an acquisition is the fact that shares of Monster sky-rocketed to 27% more than it was. So, I guess only time will tell if this profitable acquisition will transpire.

Coca-Cola and Nestle Joint Venture taking on New Avenues

http://www.csnews.com/top-story-coca_cola__nestle_end_nestea_joint_venture-60231.html






Coca-Cola and Nestle` joint venture focused on the ready-to-drink tea category, and has expanded across Europe, Canada, and other markets. However, the two companies have agree to terminate their alliance in the United States to focus on the other countries in which they have expanded too. After careful consideration, Coca-Cola and Nestle` has realized that their joint venture is most effective in Europe and Canada, and has proven to have a greater acceleration rate than what the marker presence of the BPW (Beverage Partners Worldwide) was doing in the United States. Was this a good move for the joint venture?

Coca-Cola has a new International Strategy

http://beta.fool.com/bobbyfisher/2012/04/12/coca-cola-new-global-strategy-will-fuel-your-porto/3561/

Coca-Cola has finally begin to acknowledge the importance of international investment in other countries. Coke plans to increase its position in China with $4 billion to establish possible long-term growth within that country. Through this implementation, Coca-Cola has established itself has a leading contender in overseas markets and has a very well thought out strategic international plan. While they are planning to emerge internationally, they are still keeping in mind what it takes to maintain a mainstream brand in its home market of the United States.

Coca-Cola uses Coffee to Diversify its Brand

http://www.beveragedaily.com/Markets/Coca-Cola-outlines-coffee-diversification-plan








Coffee under the Coca-Cola brand?? Coca-Cola seems to believe that adding coffee products to its line will increase diversification. The initial product launch will include two milk-based espresso bottled beverages as well as the canned Caffe`product, a RTD black coffee. Coca-Cola will be partnering with IIko Coffee International to pursue this new line of products. Coca-cola's decision to focus on diversification is due to the change in consumer change and behavior.

Coca Cola's Innovative Convergence

 

http://www.thecoca-colacompany.com/citizenship/conservation_partnership.html

Coca Cola decided to partner with the WWF (World Wildlide Fund) in the hopes of conserving and protecting freshwater resources throughout the world. Together they will improve Coca Cola systems' water use, decrease their carbon dioxide emissions and energy use, and support more efficient water use. Coca Cola decided that they wanted to aid in the attempt to maintain sustainability within surrounding communities. Great idea I must say. But will it be effective?

Coca Cola's Differention Proves Success

http://digitalorgy.posterous.com/coca-colas-growth-through-product-differentia

Coca Cola successfully markets its products through utilization of image and identity. This company is a heavy user of image differentiation. This sets their product aside from its competitors by conveying it differently its consumers. The identity of Coca Cola is communicated to the market by, symbols, written and audiovisual media, atmosphere of the physical place with which customer comes into contact, and events organized or sponsored by Coca Cola.

PEST Analysis for Coca-Cola

http://annasurname.hubpages.com/hub/PEST-Analysis-Coca-Cola

Coca-Cola obviously has an excellent strategy for all aspects of their company. However, to keep up with competition, they had to take the time and analyze the economic, political, social, and technological factors that could affect their business landscape. They have to worry about issues such as changes in beverage laws and regulations, penetrating developing markets, economic conditions, demand for healthier beverages, and advancement in technology. After considering all of these factors, Coca-Cola should analyze data concerning these issues and draw some strategic conclusions. What kind of suggestions would you have?

Coco-Cola Outsources to Improve Efficiency

http://www.capgemini.com/insights-and-resources/by-success-story/cce_finance_optimization/
Coca-Cola Enterprises decided that it was indeed time to start improving their efficiency. After conducting a benchmarking exercise against current competition, they decided that the best way was to outsource most of their transaction processing, in a low cost country. Coca-cola implemented a order-to-cash process with Capgemini. This process was implemented in all delivery locations and included master data, credit, accounts receivable,etc. They outsourced this implementation to Guatemala and India locations. Did the solution for improved efficiency work for Coca-Cola? Read here and tell me what you think.

Is Coca-Cola guilty of Ethics Violations?

http://lrights.igc.org/press/Coke/waronwant_0306.htm
Coca-Cola has been accused of violating ethical standards, as well as worker's rights in order to benefit itself. The company relies heavily on vast amounts of water. Have they gone too far to get access to plentiful water resources? Have they also tortured its workers just to maintain an image? Coca-Cola does indeed have an image to withold and may now be taking desperate measures with consequences of violated legal and ethical standards.

Coca-Cola's Competitive Advantage

http://www.allvoices.com/contributed-news/6341674-cocacola-company-competitive-strategies-br

Apparently, Coca-Cola's advantage over any other soft drink company is due primarily to its brand image. The popularity of its image has caused many critics to get mind boggled and chose Coca-Cola as the better tasting product. Coca-Cola has created value through the media alone. Coca-Cola is seen in newspapers, maganizes, on radio ads, sports events, and even movies. Advertising and marketing is this company's main advantage.