Pricing objectives and pricing methods in the services sector George J. Avlonitis and Kostis A. Indounas Department of Marketing and Communication‚ Athens University of Economics and Business‚ Athens‚ Greece Abstract Purpose – The purpose of this research paper is to explore the pricing objectives that service companies pursue along with the pricing methods that they adopt in order to set their prices. Design/methodology/approach – An extensive review of the literature revealed the complete
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on harmful tax competition‚ harmonization of corporate income tax rates within the European Union‚ proliferation of transfer pricing rules‚ and the World Trade Organization’s rejection of the U.S. Foreign Sales Corporation tax regime are all part of the present dynamic. Key words: globalization‚ harmful tax competition‚ international tax‚ tax harmonization‚ tax policy‚ transfer pricing. Globalization may be seen to encompass three phases. In the first phase‚ the focus is on the breaking down of
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Elektra Electronics Company is a business division of a mid-sized company focused on manufacturing and selling a high quality consumer electronic device through high-end marketing channels such as specialty shops and exclusive department stores. These specialty outlets advise and educate customers about the desirable features of different electronic devices. Elektra charges on average 500 per unit to its distributors‚ who mark it up to 899 when selling to retail customers. After many years of high
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“Evil is just a word. Under the skin‚ it’s simple pain.” – Eleanor Lamb. This quote perfectly describes the dilemma posed by many villains‚ notably Lambda. Lambda is the primary antagonist in the game “Tales of Graces ƒ”‚ but his story and character contradict the vile connotations that come with the label of “antagonist.” When one has undergone so many painful experiences‚ is it not understandable for them to lash out? Even if the response is excessive or dramatic‚ the character can still be sympathized
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International Pricing-15 What is a Price? * Revenue received by a business in exchange for benefits provided * Customers give-up in exchange for the benefits they receive * Costs include: money‚ time effort‚ opportunities General Factors in Price Determination * True markets (customers have options) price determined by a combo of cust/co. issues including: * Pricing obj. of business‚ business constraints‚ gen pricing strategies‚ customer influences‚ competitive forces
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Pricing Strategies Marketing 0571 September 27‚ 2012 Pricing Strategies Price is one of the key elements to consider when deciding which products and services to provide and where to sell them (Kotler‚ & Keller (2006). Companies face several pricing issues when selling products and services abroad. Once a company decides on which country to sell in‚ it must determine the best mode of entry. Some choices of entry are indirect exporting‚ direct exporting‚ licensing‚ joint ventures
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Transfer of learning is the study of the dependency of human conduct‚ learning‚ or performance on prior experience. The notion was originally introduced as transfer of practice by Edward Thorndike and Robert S. Woodworth. They explored how individuals would transfer learning in one context to another context that shared similar characteristics – or more formally how "improvement in one mental function" could influence another related one. Their theory implied that transfer of learning depends on
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General procedure for transfer of shares 1. The transferor and transferee are required to execute a share transfer form under their common seals (if they are corporations) in accordance with their respective Constitution/Articles of Association. 2. The transfer is subject to ad valorem duty payable to the Commissioner of Stamp Duties (“Commissioner”). The current stamp duty payable on the transfer of shares is 20 cents for every S$100/- or part thereof of the consideration for
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Lectures of Heat Transfer Heat Transfer Rate Processes Mode Conduction Convection Radiation Transfer Mechanism Diffusion of energy due to random molecular motion Diffusion of energy due to random molecular motion plus bulk motion Energy transfer by electromagnetic waves Rate of heat transfer (W) q = - kA dT dx q = h A(Ts-T∞) q = σ ε A(Ts4-Tsur4) By Mr. Amjed Ahmed Ali Syllabus of Heat Transfer (English)‚ (2 hours/ week‚ Applied 2 hours /week) 1.Heat transfer by conduction‚ convection
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Name: Jeff Costello Year: Sophomore G.P.A. 3.2 Major: Chemistry & Economics Hometown: Hawthorne NJ “Lambda Chi Alpha and all your brothers within the bond are counting on you to take this role and its responsibilities seriously. Your dedication will make a critical difference to your Chapter and the success of Lambda Chi Alpha.” To become a big brother‚ you must meet the following criteria… 1. Attend meetings and all activities of the Chapter. 2. Be a responsible student. Attend
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