1. Ford
Upon investigation, these troublesome issues appear to be well addressed by the radically new direct business model of the Dell Computer Corporation. ... The process begins with the customer specifying exactly which features are to be included in the desired computer. ... Ford's Challenge Although the direct business model of Dell is most attractive, there are several key differences between the computer and auto industries which serve as barriers to Ford"s implementation of uniform, supply chain virtual integration. ... Due to the generic nature of computer parts, Dell possesses the abi...
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