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A-Cut-Above Company
A-Cut-Above Company
The key competitors of A-Cut-Above will be Ariel Janitorial Service company and Greenup, Inc. this is because these companies operate in the same area as A-Cut-Above and provide almost similar services (Baker, 2004). The companies compare, in terms, of the services that they provide. While A-Cut-Above provides specialized services in lawn maintenance and landscaping, Greenup and Ariel Janitorial Service companies offer a variety of services. Besides, the companies compare with that; although they offer lawn maintenance services, they do not offer landscaping services while A-Cut-Above provides the service (Baker, 2004).
Strengths
The service that the company offers is in demand in the area and the services offered are unique since not everyone would desire doing the services. Besides, there are few firms offering the services of the company implying that there is less competition. In addition, the company offers attractive prices.
Weaknesses
The company is new in the service, which may make it difficult to challenge old companies in the service. The company does not have a major company, which it can attach to in providing the services. Besides, the company has few employees that may not be capable of meeting the demand in the area.
Opportunities
The company has an opportunity to grow; this is because of the availability of demand for its services in the area. It can utilize the opportunity in expanding its business. The company also has an opportunity in winning the community trust since there are a few companies providing the services.
Threats
Weather is a threat to the company since some weather conditions are not favorable for workers to work. The company is not also sure about the community response regarding its services, which is a threat to business. Since it is new in the business, the company may run out of money as it tries to compete old companies.
References
Stelzner, M. A. (2011). Launch: How to quickly propel your business beyond the competition. Hoboken, N.J: Wiley.
Baker, J. (2004). Jerry Baker’s green grass magic: Tips, tricks, and tonics for growing the toe-ticklinest turf in town!. Wixom, MI?: American Master Products.
A-Cut-Above Business Summary
A-Cut-Above Business Summary
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Introduction
Starting a business requires that all aspects and processes pertaining to it be clearly stated. Indeed, it is imperative that the business idea id guided by a clearly defined framework that explains all its aspects to the pioneers and prospective investors.
The business idea
The proposed business is lawn maintenance and landscaping company situated in Pennsylvania. This business has its mission as the provision of clean professionally manicured lawns, as well as landscaping services that would ensure that the lawn and the constituent business to stand out. Its service provision is aimed at ensuring that it goes beyond the expectations of the customers.
Business Name
The proposed business name for the company is A-Cut-Above Lawn Maintenance and Landscaping.
The Four C’s of the Business.
Control
As a small business enterprise, the day-to-day operations of A-Cut-Above Lawn Maintenance and Landscaping Company will be handled by the directors. Any investors in the company apart from the pioneers will not have any control over the day-to-day operations. However, the performance of lawn cleaning and maintenance activities will be delegated to the employees, but will be under the direct supervision of the pioneers (Abrams, 2003).
Challenge
The key challenge will be ensuring that the lawn maintenance business can operate efficiently and optimally despite its scattered clients. More marketing will need to be done so as to ensure that the clients are as close to each other as possible thereby minimizing the costs of operation.
Creativity
While it is difficult to ensure that the lawn maintenance services of the company stand out, it will be imperative that some creativity is incorporated so as to enhance the competitiveness of the company (Rogoff, 2007). This will be achieved through customization of the services where the lawns could be spelling the client’s names or even “Welcome” message to the homesteads.
Cash
While the growth of the company is desirable, substantial finances would be required so as to purchase equipment and hire workers. In this case, it will be imperative that a loan of $100000 is solicited from the local bank so as to fund the activities of the company in the initial stages.
References
Abrams, R. M. (2003). The successful business plan: Secrets & strategies. Palo Alto, Calif: The Planning Shop.
Rogoff, E. G. (2007). Bankable business plans. New York, NY: Rowhouse Pub.
Acts of Paliarment. UK withdrawal from the EU
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UK withdrawal from the EU
The proponents of the European Union EU exit argue that it is easy for the UK to withdraw from the EU, following the enactment of the European Communities Act 1972 (the Lisbon Treaty). The act allows the parties to withdraw EU membership voluntarily just by informing the European Council (EC) and after engaging in a series of negotiations with the EC. Although the Parliament of the UK can pass an Act that would lead the UK to withdraw from the EU, the move may have severe social, political and economic impacts on the UK. The Parliament of the UK has been reluctant to initiate the withdrawal since it is difficult to predict the implications of the withdrawal (Dickson & Eleftheriadis, 2012).
Article 50 (1) of the Lisbon Treaty stipulates that any party can request withdrawal from the EU, in accordance with its own constitution. Section 2 of the article stipulates that any party that decides to exit from the EU should notify the EC. In response, the EC shall engage in a series of negotiations with the withdrawing party and conclude the agreement. The process of withdrawal should also adhere to the Article 218(3) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union. The article requires the withdrawal negotiation be concluded by the EC after obtaining the consent from the EU (Dickson & Eleftheriadis, 2012). Article 50 (3) stipulates that the EU treaties cease to apply to the withdrawing party immediately or two years after the conclusion of the withdrawal agreement, unless the withdrawing state and the EC agree to extend the treaties. It is, therefore, easy for the UK to be granted a withdraw permission from the EU (Dickson & Eleftheriadis, 2012).
Although the law is clear about the withdrawal from the EU, it would not be easy to withdraw from some of the EU treaties. For instance, an overnight withdrawal of the UK from the Common Agricultural Policy is likely to have severe adverse effects on the farmers in the UK, due to the disruption. To prevent the possible disruptions and adverse effects on farmers, the UK must have well laid transition arrangements to other regimes (Glinavos, 2013). The EU does not allow withdrawal in cases where transitional agreements to other treaties or regimes are not clear. If the UK requests to withdraw from the EU, it will have to deal with similar problems in relation to other treaties, joint ventures and projects.
The Lisbon Treaty stipulates that the EU treaties can still apply to the withdrawing state. In that case, the trade relationships with other EU members will continue as usual. However, the UK will be treated as a third party during trade negotiations involving the remaining members of the EU. It is, therefore, not clear whether the withdrawal may have severe adverse effects on the UK’s trade relationship with the other members of the EU (Glinavos, 2013). The UK conducts half of its trade activities with the other EU members and hence, negative trade relationships may have adverse implications on the domestic economy. Lastly, the withdrawal process may be very complex, and it may take long if the UK decides to be part of some EU treaties and to leave others (Glinavos, 2013). In summary, the UK can easily withdraw from the EU but the implications of the withdrawal are not very clear.
References
Dickson, J. & Eleftheriadis, P. (2012). Philosophical Foundations of European Union Law.
Oxford: Oxford University Press
Glinavos, I. (2013). Redefining the Market-State Relationship: Responses to the Financial Crisis
and the Future of Regulation. New York, NY: Routledge