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What is the primary purpose of a peer-to-peer business model?
What is the primary purpose of a peer-to-peer business model?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a crowdsourcing model?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a crowdsourcing model?
In affiliate marketing, how do influencers earn commissions?
In affiliate marketing, how do influencers earn commissions?
What distinguishes the crowdsourcing model from other business models?
What distinguishes the crowdsourcing model from other business models?
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Which of the following platforms is an example of a peer-to-peer business model?
Which of the following platforms is an example of a peer-to-peer business model?
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What is a common characteristic of platforms that use the peer-to-peer model?
What is a common characteristic of platforms that use the peer-to-peer model?
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What role does the crowdsourcing model play in innovative problem-solving?
What role does the crowdsourcing model play in innovative problem-solving?
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Which of the following best describes the role of affiliate marketing in content creation?
Which of the following best describes the role of affiliate marketing in content creation?
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What is the primary assumption behind the razor blades business model?
What is the primary assumption behind the razor blades business model?
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In which scenario does the reverse razor blades model operate?
In which scenario does the reverse razor blades model operate?
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What defines the retailer business model?
What defines the retailer business model?
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How do manufacturers differ from retailers?
How do manufacturers differ from retailers?
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What is a potential drawback of the bundling model?
What is a potential drawback of the bundling model?
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Which example illustrates the razor blades model?
Which example illustrates the razor blades model?
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Which type of companies primarily utilize the bundling business model?
Which type of companies primarily utilize the bundling business model?
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What is a common characteristic of manufacturers?
What is a common characteristic of manufacturers?
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Which group is NOT typically considered a customer segment?
Which group is NOT typically considered a customer segment?
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What does the term 'Value Proposition' refer to?
What does the term 'Value Proposition' refer to?
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Which of these is NOT listed as a value delivered to the customer?
Which of these is NOT listed as a value delivered to the customer?
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Which component is part of the Operating Model?
Which component is part of the Operating Model?
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What type of activities might be included as 'Key Activities' for a business?
What type of activities might be included as 'Key Activities' for a business?
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Who are considered 'Key Partners' in the business model?
Who are considered 'Key Partners' in the business model?
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What type of relationships does a business maintain with its customers?
What type of relationships does a business maintain with its customers?
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Which of the following is NOT part of how a business makes money?
Which of the following is NOT part of how a business makes money?
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What is one major advantage of opening a franchise compared to being an independent retailer?
What is one major advantage of opening a franchise compared to being an independent retailer?
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Which of the following is NOT a source of funding for public sector organizations?
Which of the following is NOT a source of funding for public sector organizations?
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Cooperatives are primarily characterized by which feature?
Cooperatives are primarily characterized by which feature?
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What differentiates a Non-Profit Organization (NPO) from a regular business?
What differentiates a Non-Profit Organization (NPO) from a regular business?
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What classification is common for businesses based on the number of employees and annual turnover?
What classification is common for businesses based on the number of employees and annual turnover?
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Which example best represents a function of public sector organizations?
Which example best represents a function of public sector organizations?
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Which of the following best describes the term SME?
Which of the following best describes the term SME?
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Which of the following is NOT typically a characteristic of public sector organizations?
Which of the following is NOT typically a characteristic of public sector organizations?
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How would Ibrahim Fairweather LLP be classified based on its characteristics?
How would Ibrahim Fairweather LLP be classified based on its characteristics?
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What is the recommended size range for effective teams according to the provided information?
What is the recommended size range for effective teams according to the provided information?
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What is a common issue faced by large teams?
What is a common issue faced by large teams?
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Which of the following skills is not necessary for an effective team?
Which of the following skills is not necessary for an effective team?
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Who developed the Value Chain Model?
Who developed the Value Chain Model?
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What do the activities within the Value Chain Model aim to accomplish?
What do the activities within the Value Chain Model aim to accomplish?
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What is one of the benefits of carrying out activities at a lower cost within the Value Chain Model?
What is one of the benefits of carrying out activities at a lower cost within the Value Chain Model?
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What size of team is considered a guide to success?
What size of team is considered a guide to success?
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Which IT system is most appropriate for supporting inbound logistics?
Which IT system is most appropriate for supporting inbound logistics?
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Which primary activity is matched correctly with its corresponding IT system?
Which primary activity is matched correctly with its corresponding IT system?
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Which IT system is best suited for customer service activities?
Which IT system is best suited for customer service activities?
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Which of the following IT systems could support organizational infrastructure?
Which of the following IT systems could support organizational infrastructure?
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What type of IT system is typically used in operations?
What type of IT system is typically used in operations?
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Which IT system can assist with procurement activities?
Which IT system can assist with procurement activities?
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Which of the following IT systems is associated with telemarketing?
Which of the following IT systems is associated with telemarketing?
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Which primary activity does space optimisation support?
Which primary activity does space optimisation support?
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Study Notes
Course Information
- Course title: Information Systems and Organisations
- Week: 11
- Block: 4
- Topic: Business Models
- Lecturers: Dr. Navid Dorudian, Dr. Oussama Alsabek
Module Content
- Block 1: Human Information Systems
- Block 2: Modelling and Design
- Block 3: Methodology
- Block 4: Business Systems & Organisations
Previously Covered
- SWOT analysis
- PESTLE analysis
- Used to develop strategies, assess ideas, make decisions
Plan for Today
- Learning about business models
- Defining a business model
- Types of business models
From Idea to Profit
- Transition from idea to generating profit
What is a Business Model?
- A simplified description of how a company plans to make money
- For new companies, it attracts investment
- For established companies, it serves as a strategy
How Does X Make Money?
- Examples of business models : Snapchat, LinkedIn, Netflix, Amazon
Business Model Types
- Numerous types of business models exist
- Companies often employ multiple types of business models
Some Types of Business Models
- Franchise model
- Subscription model
- Freemium model
- Advertisement model
- Razor blades model
- Retailer model
- Manufacturer model
- Distributor model
- Peer-to-Peer/platform model
- Leasing model
- Crowdsourcing model
- Bundling model
- Product-as-a-service model
Franchise Model
- A blueprint for reproducing an established business
- Franchisor (original owner) guides the franchisee
- Franchisee pays a percentage of profits in return
Subscription Model
- Recurring payments for access to a service or product
Freemium Model
- Use parts of a product for free, but pay for advanced features
- Often seen in software-as-a-service (SaaS) space
Razor Blades Model
- A cheaper product is sold with costly replacement components or accessories
Retailer Model
- Purchases goods (from suppliers) and resells them to the end customer
Manufacturer Model
- Converted raw materials into a new product & subsequently sell it
Bundling Model
- Two or more products are sold together at a lower price than if purchased individually
Leasing Model
- Leasing agreements are usually most efficient for large items like equipment
- Leasing has a longer term than product as a service business model
Product-as-a-Service Model
- Businesses charge customers for use of physical products
- Varying fees - by subscription, per use or per mile
Distribution Model
- Reselling manufactured products in bulk
Advertising or Affiliate Marketing Model
- Leveraging the audience as an asset
- Advertisers pay for space allocated by a business's audience
- Affiliate marketing - commission earned from referrals.
Peer-to-Peer/Platform Model
- Acts as an intermediary between individuals / entities wanting something and who have something
- Platforms connect both sides (buyer/seller, etc.)
- Established rules and regulations.
Crowdsourcing Model
- Obtaining information/opinions from a large group of people
Developing a Business Model
- Answers four key questions
- Who is the customer?
- What value does the business deliver to customers?
- How does the business operate?
- How does the business make money?
Who is the Customer?
- Defining the target market/customer base for a product/service
What Value Does the Business Deliver to the Customer?
- Functional value (practical)
- Societal value
- Emotional value
- Connectivity
- Sharing ideas and content
- Brand expansions
- Marketplace
- Payment infrastructure
- Work tools
How does the Company Operate?
- Key Activities
- Key Partners
- Key Resources
- Key Channels
- Customer Relationships
How Does the Business Make Money?
- Cost Structure
- Revenue Streams
Business Model Canvas
- A template for presenting business model information
- Developed by Alexander Osterwalder
Objectives for Today
- Business organisations
- Sectors and types
- Business activities
- Value Chain model
- Supply Chain and Supply Chain Management
- Understanding how systems support them
Definition by Max Weber
- An organisation is a group of people intentionally organised to achieve a common goal, not necessarily a legal entity
Organisations as Systems
- Diagram illustrating the components & inputs/outputs of an organisation
Private and Public Sectors
- Private Sector
- Run for profit, not controlled by the government
- Allocate goods/services
- Public Sector
- Run by the government
- Provide services to the public
Types of Business Organisations in the Private Sector
- Sole Traders
- Partnerships
- Companies
- Private limited Companies (Ltd)
- Public Limited Companies (PLC)
- Franchises
The Private Sector - Sole Trader
- Business owned by one person
- Small in size
- Funded by personal savings or loans
The Private Sector - Partnerships
- Minimum of two to a maximum of 20 partners
- Common in professions like law, estate agency, and dentistry
- Deed of Partnership outlines roles, investments
The Private Sector - Limited Company
- Companies often become limited companies to grow beyond the partner limit
The Private Sector - Public Limited Company (PLC)
- Can offer shares to the public
- Requirements for becoming a PLC include minimum capital and required parties
The Private Sector - Multinational Organisations
- Headquarters in one country but international production facilities in other countries
Reasons for Becoming a Multinational
- Increasing market share
- Securing cheaper resources, e.g., labour and premises
- Avoiding tax or trade barriers
- Taking advantage of government grants
The Private Sector - Franchises
- Joint venture between franchisor and franchisee
- Franchisee purchases the right to use a business's format
- Reduces the risk compared to starting a business from scratch
The Public Sector
- Run by the state for the people
- Financed by public money/taxes (e.g., income tax)
Other Business Types: Cooperatives
- Owned by their members
- Profits & losses are shared amongst members
Business Size
- Classified into small, medium, and large enterprises based on number of employees and annual turnover
- SME: Small and Medium Enterprises
- Different classifications based on industry type
Classify Businesses - Examples
- Rowantree PLC
- Ibrahim Fairweather LLP
Teams
- Video on Apple's use of teams
The Best Teams
- Effective teams range from 2 to 25 members
Value Chain Model
- Developed by Michael Porter in 1985
- Identifies activities required for effective business function
- Value added by efficiently executing activities at lower costs compared to competitors
Value Chain Model Summary
- Four-minute summary video available
Porter's Value Chain Model
- General-purpose model to analyze value-chain activities
- Helps understand value sources
IT through the Value Chain
- IT systems and how they support primary business activities
Supply Chain
- Definition of the supply chain
- Video URLs
- Diagram showing components
Supply Chain Management (SCM)
- Overseeing/controlling the movement of goods/services from manufacturer to customer
- Managerial objective is to increase efficiency & decrease costs
Quiz Questions (Multiple Choice)
- Various questions regarding the private sector, NPOs, value chain, and ICT support of businesses
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Test your knowledge on different business models including peer-to-peer, crowdsourcing, and affiliate marketing. This quiz will challenge your understanding of their purposes, characteristics, and roles in innovative problem-solving and content creation.