Creating New Business

Akira Ishikawa and Tai Nejo
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Akira Ishikawa: Aoyama Gakuin University, Japan
Tai Nejo: Aoyama Gakuin University, Japan

Chapter 7 in Top Global Companies in Japan, 2004, pp 86-105 from World Scientific Publishing Co. Pte. Ltd.

Abstract: AbstractThe following sections are included:Seven-Eleven JapanDistribution chain of high earning power and its information system supportCreating a new style of business in response to a change in societyExpansion of the chain through franchisingInformation system — the secret of strengthSales expansion based on accurate information of order patternsTransforming convenience stores beyond retailYamato TransportParamount leader in door-to-door parcel delivery serviceHow Takkyubin was bornNew concept to draw customersNationwide service network and sales driversTakkyubin information system for efficiencyIncessant creation of new servicesDeveloping new lines of businessChallenging public establishment and bureaucracy — a spirit of defianceSecomPioneer of centralized security systemsThe advent of computer-based security systemFrom a “safety” provider to “peace of mind” providerInformation, communication, education, and herb productionChanges in managementCentral control of the group personnel

Keywords: Reformation; Speed; Speciality; Niche; Self-Reliant; Entrepreneurship (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2004
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