Define the problem–State, in one or two sentences, what you see as the problem in the case.Do NOT...

Question

Define the problem–State, in one or two sentences, what you see as the problem in the case.Do NOT start stating background of the organization; do NOT summarize information fromthe case. You must focus on a specific problem.Gather pertinent facts– list the facts that relateonlyto the problem statement.This is your one chance to state facts from the case.Develop/propose alternative solutions– list all the ways that the problem could be dealt with in order to bring about a solution.In other words, in this step, you are to simply list – NOT comment on – possible solutions to the problem, whether you agree with them or not. Give the options.Analyze/evaluate pros and cons of each alternative solution–List each solution again. However this time, under each separate solution, list the pros and cons (pluses and minuses) of the solution.Make a decision and defend your choice– make a statement of your decision (one ofthe previously stated alternative solutions), i.e., the alternative solution that emerges, based upon your analysis, as the best. This is your decision. State your reason(s) for choosing this alternative solution for implementation as your decision (in essence, back up your decision!)6. Implementation and Feedback –For this section, briefly outline how and when you would evaluate the results. This isone or two sentences.IMPORTANT: You must follow the steps above. Do NOT summarize the case. Do NOT do any outside research. Do NOT include personal experiences that are not covered in the case.Length: maximum 5 pages, plus exhibitsPlease use Basic English to do my assignment as I am an international student. Please when you do the assignment, you can cite information from the pictures of the book.

Soumi · Accepted Answer

Running Head: HARLEY DAVIDSON CASE STUDY	1
HARLEY DAVIDSON CASE STUDY		6
HARLEY DAVIDSON INC. MOTORCYCLE MANUFACTURER OR FINANCIAL COMPANY
Table of Contents
1. The Problem	3
2. Pertinent Facts	3
3. Proposing Alternative Solutions to the Problem	4
4. Merits and Demerits of Each Proposed Alternative Solution	5
5. Justification for the Chosen Proposed Alternative Solution	6
6. Implementation of Alternative Solution and its Feedback	6
1. The Problem
	After the termination of the partnership with Transamerica Distribution Company, Harley Davidson Financial Services (HDFS) started doing financial transactions in its local and European market. It created more pressure and higher credit losses for the company, which led to slower growth of business and unsatisfactory profit. 
2. Pertinent Facts
	It is found that HDFS conduct business of offering financial services for the sales and after-sale services of the Harley Davidson bikes, its associated accessories. After ending the partnership with the Transamerica Distribution Company, the responsibility of offering loans for the buying motorcycles in Europe became the sole responsibility of HDFS. It is seen that after the termination of the partnership, the figures of earnings increased in most parts of the annual report, whereas the credit losses increased in amount. 
During and after the partnership with Transamerica Distribution Company the use of the financial accounts and available cash were used for the inventory buying and supplying for the Europeans dealers of Harley Davidson Motorcycles. HDFS is also offered insurance services to the Harley Davidson bikes sold in Europe. It is seen that as the earning amounts and the returns on investment are seen to be high, in major cases, the credit losses make the profit less, by being high in amount as well. 
The credit losses along with the expenses of the business increased as more money was invested directly into the business with less focus on the company’s bike production sections and more into the financial activities that is formed considering existing sales, the after-sale and the service providing in the European markets with sincerity about the European bike dealers. It is worth the mention that despite the increase in the losses percentages as well as in the credit loss amounts, it is seen that the existing process of financial dealing that the company involves in,

Define the problem – State, in one or two sentences, what you see as the problem in the case. Do NOT start stating background of the organization; do NOT summarize information from the case. You must...

Solution

Answer To This Question Is Available To Download

Related Questions & Answers

Submit New Assignment