Apple Company Business Report
Apple Company Business Report
Apple Company Business Report
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Table of Contents
Executive Summary............................................................................................................................4
Company Overview........................................................................................................................5
Market Penetration.........................................................................................................................9
Retail Expansion.............................................................................................................................9
Localization of Services...............................................................................................................10
Innovation......................................................................................................................................11
Ecosystem Integration..................................................................................................................11
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Vertical Integration........................................................................................................................12
Retail Presence.............................................................................................................................12
Environmental Responsibility......................................................................................................13
Strengths........................................................................................................................................13
Expansion in Services..............................................................................................................14
Embracing Sustainability..........................................................................................................14
Weaknesses......................................................................................................................................15
Closed Ecosystem........................................................................................................................17
Recommendations............................................................................................................................18
Development of Technologies and Products that will Aid the Company in Stay Ahead of Its
Competitors...................................................................................................................................19
Embracing of 5G Technology......................................................................................................20
Executive Summary
Apple Inc is a global technology company that changed the global perception
clients to its close ecosystem (Podolny et al., 2020). Apple`s main founder is Steve
Job, who worked in partnership with other two members. Apple Inc, head quarter is
equipment and services that can easily integrate with its products thus enhancing
their user`s experience (Podolny et al., 2020). Apple has made various strides in the
technological world. For instance, it created the first computer that embraced
technical prowess, had a more complex interface, and was user-friendly (Podolny et
al., 2020). The technological advancements entail the development of the iPod, a
portable music player, unlike the Sony Walkman, which was quite heavy to carry and
Apple also developed iconic products such as iPhone and iPad that used an
IOS operating system, the most secure system globally. Also, regarding the MAC,
content by transforming how people listen to music (Podolny et al., 2020). It entailed
Apple Music's development, allowing its users to purchase, download and discover
music.
Apple is also known for innovating sleek design models of hardware sans
user interface. For instance, Apple products usually have a more sleek design and
attract its users to the Apple ecosystem, thus creating a fan base for its users. It
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makes them eager and anticipates new technological releases (Chen et al., 2021).
experience and design puts the company above its competitors (Chen et al., 2021).
The Apple devices also offer breakthrough performance products that are fast, have
exceptional battery life, and are integrated with privacy and security patches which
are safe and allow the users to interconnect the devices at once. Thus it is efficient
Company Overview
Apple Inc's mission is to develop products that can easily blend with
technological designs, thus making the client's lives easier (Chen et al., 2021). Apple
tablets, and other digital equipment. The products are equipped with integrated
software that delivers a more holistic ecosystem to its clients, thus allowing them to
The core of Apple Inc products is the iPhone smartphone, which was first
launched in 2007. The phone changed the perceptions of the mobile industry since it
multimedia capabilities (Chen et al., 2021). However, the new era in technology
pushed the company to push its boundaries regarding innovation by improving the
products and enhancing its operating system, camera, face ID recognition, and other
capabilities.
Apple also provides its users with a wide range of complementary devices.
For instance, in the year, 2010 Apple introduced the iPad that flooded the table
market by equipping its users with a more portable and vast computing experience
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(Chen et al., 2021). It entailed the iMax, MacBook Pro, and iMac. All these products
were developed to cater to the needs of professionals since they are equipped with
Over the past decades, Apple Inc extended its portfolio by introducing
wearables and accessories. The technological advancement of the Apple Inc, for
example the Apple smartwatch provides its consumers with additional features such
as Fitness tracking which will aid in keeping the client`s health in check. The Apple
smartwatch is also durable since it is water resistant, has a more advanced Apple
smartwatch processor and uses more advanced connectivity for example, it has a
Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-fi enabled and embraces the uses of LTE technology. Also, the
invention of Apple`s earbuds provides its clients with more enhanced hearing
instance, the iOS operating system is used on Apple phone devices, and Mac Os is
integrated into Mac Computers, laptops, and other computing devices (Chen et al.,
2023). Also, when it comes to Apple's Appstore and iTunes allow its users to access
higher ground and trusted by organizations (Chen et al., 2023). The cutting-edge
by opening retail stores in various countries, thus allowing its hands-on client
experience (Chen et al., 2023). The retail stores also have innovative designs and an
that goes far beyond purchasing the product (Chen et al., 2023). It is evidenced
when the clients post videos on social sites to unwrap their new products. Also,
Apple has made it easier for its clients to use their products. For instance, when they
buy a product, they unwrap, charge, and use it (Chen et al., 2023). Also, with more
than 400 Apple stores globally, it has enabled Apple to reach its consumers. Apple
Apple Inc embraces a vertical integration strategy that aims to advance its
2023). The vertical integration of Apple Inc makes it withstand competition; thus, it
has benefited the company immensely from this strategy. Another competitive
Apple devices and their operating systems blend and sync easily with each
other. Thus, this enables the applications to work on multiple devices simultaneously
with minimum interfaces (Chen et al., 2023). The same items, even though they
blend easily with Apple products, do not pair easily with the other company's
products; thus, this closes its ecosystem. Apple Inc also switches costs for its
transition to renewable energy resources, reduction of the carbon print, and recycling
leader.
aims to introduce new products and features that enable it to withstand competition
The company has adapted to the initiation of advanced products and features.
For instance, Apple first innovated iPad, which allows its users to store and shuffle
songs. It also introduced the graphical user interface on the iMac, which was more
advanced than the other older generation computers (Gao, 2021). Apple also
advantage by developing new products and updating its operating systems. Thus
Market Penetration
various countries (Gao, 2021). Apple Inc conducts research and strategically
identifies the markets with growth potential; after identifying them, they can establish
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a strong company presence (Gao, 2021). It is done through establishing retail stores,
partnerships with local carriers and online sales channels, and other retailers.
Retail Expansion
Over the past years, Apple Inc has successfully expanded its retail footprint
globally (Li, 2021). Apple Inc operates various stores globally, providing its
consumers with a unique shopping experience and a direct point of sales rather than
using middlemen (Li, 2021). Apple also showcases the company's products at its
stores. Through this, it offers a direct engagement ground for its consumers.
establishing local marketing retail centres to meet the needs of the consumers (Li,
2021). The company invests in various domains, such as language support and
marketing campaigns, and ensures its products adapt to the local region's
regulations and standards (Li, 2021). It helps the company resonate with its local
Apple Inc works by forming partnerships and alliances with their local
companies, which will enhance the organization's presence and expand its
distribution channels (Naik G & Pai T, 2018). The partnerships will also entail
collaboration with regional retailers, carriers, and other providers to ensure improved
Localization of Services
Apple Inc aims to localize its services to ensure that it provides users with
restricted content, language support, and other features. For example, Siri, Apple's
voice assistant, has been integrated and improved to respond to various languages
and dialects.
relationships and regulations that comply with local regulations (Naik G & Pai T,
2018). However, building a strong relationship with the local governments helps the
company navigate directly through the market challenges and simultaneously ensure
Apple conducts market research, and it can recognize the potential growth in
m emerging markets (Naik G & Pai T, 2018). For example, Brazil, India, China, and
Asia have become strategic markets for the organization to expand its plans (Naik G
& Pai T, 2018). Also, the large population density of these regions validates the
For Apple Inc to streamline its operations to cater to the market demands of
its consumers. Apple has established manufacturing and assembly facilities globally
in various countries (Naik G & Pai T, 2018). Localization of the productions facilitates
in reduction of costs and ensuring of ongoing supply chain management. It also aims
at ensuring the organization complies with the local regulations regarding product
Innovation
Apple Inc is deeply rooted and passionate when it comes to the innovation of
products that will differentiate it from competitors (Naik G & Pai T, 2018). Apple also
between its software, hardware, and other services, which also helps it gain positive
market value.
pleasing, and intuitive (Naik G & Pai T, 2018). Also, the company's commitment is to
design good and easy-to-use products. The company also focuses on the
Ecosystem Integration
development (Naik G & Pai T, 2018). The company integrates the hardware,
operating systems, and software's to create a seamless experience for its users,
thus allowing them to interconnect with multiple devices (Naik G & Pai T, 2018). This
approach encourages the consumers to remain loyal and ensures cross-selling and
Apple also embraces strategic marketing and branding skills to develop the
organization's strong brand image that aligns with the current target market (Naik G
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& Pai T, 2018). Apple also develops marketing campaigns that focus mainly on
they will get acquitted to once they purchase Apple products (Naik G & Pai T, 2018).
Vertical Integration
Apple Inc embraces vertical integration, which allows the company to have full
control of its supply chain (Naik G & Pai T, 2018). For instance, Apple can design its
operating system, hardware, and app store. However, having full control of its
distribution process and product development allows Apple company to maintain the
Retail Presence
shopping experience (Naik G & Pai T, 2018). In the Apple stores, the company
showcases its products by offering the clients the hands-on technique where the
client can visualize, touch the product and receive good customer care services.
Over the past decades, Apple has focused on expanding its services and
subscriptions. It entails providing services, for instance, Apple TV, Apple Music, and
iCloud (Omer, 2019). Through this, it enables the company to deepen customer
engagement and, at the same time, generate revenue. These services can improve
Apple Inc places a strong emphasis when it comes to ensuring the client's
privacy and security (Omer, 2019). This particular strategy is directly driven by
protecting the client's information. Apple provides its clients with access and control
Environmental Responsibility
changes, and at the same time, conserving resources (Omer, 2019). Apple's
Strengths
with a brand value of over 408n billion (Qiu, 2023). Being a global icon makes Apple
one of the most reliable companies offering its consumers advanced technological
types of equipment and services. Thus, it makes clients remain loyal to them.
Expansion in Services
Over the past decades, Apple has been expanding its service portfolio. For
instance, 20% of Apple's annual revenue is mostly retrieved from its services (Qiu,
2023). It makes Apple become one of the biggest contributors to revenue. Apple also
offers its consumers vast services such as streaming devices, iCloud, payment
Embracing Sustainability
Apple company ensures that it sticks to the depreciation of the carbon print.
Apple has developed a recycling robot known as Liam, which breaks down and
destroys some iPhone parts (Zhang, 2023). However, even though some of the
iPhone parts can be reduced, the recycling robot is designed to collect most of the
reusable parts, which are further stored and used to manufacture other products.
Apple Inc places its focus mainly on product design. The company conducts
extensive research to determine customer needs and market trends (Zhang, 2023).
It is achieved and made possible since Apple strives to invest some money in the
conduction of research and determine the competitive edge. The research will also
Apple's brand is recognized globally, and it has a loyal customer base that
grows rapidly due to the constant invention of technological products, its design
quality, and its experience (Zhang, 2023). The company's brand recognition is also
directed to its App Stores, allowing users to quickly download and use the apps they
need (Zhang, 2023). Analysis proves that there is an increase in app purchases
products and services that change technological perceptions. For instance, iPod led
to the era of digital music players, unlike the Sony Walkman, which was quite baggy
and needed a diskette to listen to music (Zhang, 2023). Apple was the first phone to
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embrace the use of live streaming devices that allowed its users to live stream
Apple has unwavering financial strength, and it has maintained it for decades.
The market capitalization of the Apple company is worth more than 1 Trillion USD,
making it the first technological company to attain such heights. Also, research
proves that since 2018, the Apple Inc has surpassed the 50 Billion margin profit
(Zhang, 2023). This profit margin can be attributed to its products and mostly to its
crafted business plans built by the company's networking with its suppliers,
Weaknesses
Apple Inc. produces high end products which are quite expensive as
compared to other competitors for example, Samsung, Xiaomi and others. (Zhang,
2023). Apple produces products which have the same specifications and slight
design changes. They also tend to increase the products prices as they advance
(Zhang, 2023). The financial commitment needed to purchase Apple products keeps
Over the years, Apple has not been introducing new technological products
into the market, unlike its past. However, it has aimed at improving and enhancing
some of its products and it has not innovated any other new products (Zhang, 2023).
Apple just advances some features, but it does not create any new products thus
The highly competitive environment in which Apple Inc operates leads them to
legal battles with other giant technological companies or patent holders over property
rights or trademark issues (Zhang, 2023). It is evidenced in their battle with the
QUALCOMM Company, where each company got sued for patents. It resulted in
delays and other costs while trying to agree (Zhang, 2023). Saulo Paulo Court fined
Apple Inc 19 million after it decided to remove chargers from its packages.
Over the years, Apple has experienced its market share reduction as other
products such as Samsung, Xiaomi, and Google, and these companies directly
compete with Apple. As the competition continues to grow, Apple has considered
relying on its brand contributions rather than investing in innovation of new products
and conducting research which will aid them in staying ahead of the curve (Zhou,
2022). While this strategy seems to serve them well in the past, it is clear that brand
recognition will not be enough to keep up with the competitors, who develop cutting-
edge technological products (Zhou, 2022). For example, the Samsung company,
which produced the s23 ultra, has the fastest mobile processor chip and an
advanced camera with a 200 Megapixels zoom in, unlike the new iPhone models,
Apart from the company striving to improve its client experience and avoid
technical support issues. Apple implemented a strict policy that limited the
customization of its products and software (Zhou, 2022). The software simplifies the
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usage for novice users, but more experienced individuals face difficulties when it
Apple places its main focus on development and enhancing iPhone products
(Chen et al., 2021). The company also makes major sales by generating its
revenue by mainly selling iPhone products. (Chen et al., 2021). Also, competition
from other companies is intensifying, and consumers will be forced to seek other
Closed Ecosystem
signified as the company's strengths and weaknesses (Chen et al., 2021). The
strategy has enabled Apple Inc to maintain its market value, but its limitation is that it
restricts its compatibility with other devices (Chen et al., 2021). Thus, consumers
must purchase other Apple products, leading to additional charges and software
purchases. Since Apple's software and hardware are intertwined, repairs tend to be
Recommendations
ecosystem should seamlessly allow users to use and integrate its products and
services across all devices (Podolny et al., 2020). It will enhance the customer's
Apple has to integrate and develop low-end smartphones; this will attract
clients from all social grounds. High-end smartphones are equipped for longer
strive to develop the latest trends (Podolny et al., 2020). Apple has to embrace the
development of new trends and products, such as foldable phones. It will attract new
and GPU by the designation of a phone processor with multiple CPU cores (Podolny
et al., 2020). It will enhance the phone's functionality, graphics, and performance.
Other additional features will make the phone stand out and defeat its competitors.
publicity, and other unwanted political polarization (Podolny et al., 2020). Apple
should aim at expanding its customer base, this will aid in attracting more clients and
operations and improving how consumers interact with technology (Podolny et al.,
2020). Even though it has its assistant, Siri, Apple can enhance its AI algorithm and
create a more intelligent personal assistant that will serve its users needs and
understand them emotionally (Podolny et al., 2020). It could improve the customer
products based on the user's data, and thus it will aid in creating revenue and
optimizing the pre-existing ones (Podolny et al., 2020). AI can also be integrated into
some of the Apple products and other home appliances, and this will aid in improving
the efficiency of the product and drive the company into better innovations.
Development of Technologies and Products that will Aid the Company in Stay
Apple over the past decades has embraced the innovation of new products
over the past years, the innovations don’t seem enough to compete with the other
equipment’s and follow the footsteps of both Apple and Samsung (Podolny et al.,
2020). Apple should also invest heavily in the conduction of research and
hardware devices (Podolny et al., 2020). The new products must be enhanced and
Embracing of 5G Technology
Apple should focus on providing enhanced technological devices that use the
industry, it should capitalize on all its services to create 5 g-enabled devices. Most of
Environmental changes have been a major issue over the past years. Thus
Apple should embrace eco-friendly products (Podolny et al., 2020). Also, by focusing
on sustainability, the Apple company will be able to enhance its product and brand
required regulatory requirements, the organization will make massive profits without
Apple Inc should focus on enhancing its relationship with developers. It will
and services (Chen et al., 2023). To ensure this is a success, the company should
create friendly policies for its developers and provide them with greater innovations
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