TASK ENVIRONMENT AUDIT

Task Environment Audit



Task Environment Audit

1. Markets

During the five years to 2011, fierce competition has made computer manufacturing and innovative electronic gadgets an increasingly commoditized business. Revenue for the US Computer Manufacturing and innovative electronic gadgets industry is estimated to decline at an average annual rate of 2.5% over the period. On the other hand, the industry;s value added has also decreasing, showing the reduction in the profit margin. In 2011, industry revenue is expected to decline by 4.8% to $40.7 billion as import penetration ramps up and domestic manufacturers benefit little from favorable exchange rates (Clark, 2000).

Despite ...