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Jen-Wei Wu. Timberland LLC. Strategy. About Timberland. Founded- 1952, Abington, Massachusetts Headquartered- Stratham, New Hampshire Products- Outdoor footwear and apparel Named the 78th best employer in the US on the CNN Money "One hundred best companies to work for" list in 2007.
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Jen-Wei Wu Timberland LLC. Strategy
About Timberland Founded- 1952, Abington, Massachusetts Headquartered- Stratham, New Hampshire Products- Outdoor footwear and apparel Named the 78th best employer in the US on the CNN Money "One hundred best companies to work for" list in 2007.
Product Features Durability High quality materials Prices do not come cheap Waterproof, fireproof, anti-fatigue technology Target customers- Hikers; Nature, sports, fashion lovers; people who expect long lasting footwear with love for outdoor activities and people that are eco-friendly
Business Strategy • Differentiation • Product durability • High quality materials • Waterproof, fireproof, anti-fatigue technology • Ecology-friendly strategy
Ecology-friendly Strategy Timberland is committed to reducing their environmental impact, and expects to turn a healthy profit at the same time.
Reducing supply chain emissions- to standardize metrics and improve factory performance. • Global Social Compliance Program • Leather Working Group • Outdoor Industry Association & Sustainable Apparel Coalition Supply Chain Management
Timberland believes that their consumers care about environment, and want to buy from a brand that feels the same way. Without the outdoors and healthy communities, Timberland’s consumers would have nowhere to use their products. Ecology-friendly Strategy
Strong retail presence in USA, UK and Canada through flagship stores; present throughout the world through MBO’s. Belief in ecological preservation and is involved in active CSR activities. Scientific technology into the production. Various product lines Strengths
Prices In the transition stage after its merger with the VF corporation. Timberland relies on sales overseas in Europe and Asia. As the strength of the U.S. dollars grows or weakens, this will affect international sales revenue. Weaknesses
It can expand its exclusive retail operations which are limited to USA and UK to new markets which have a growing demand for outdoor wear. It can sponsor various outdoor sports outside USA which increases the brand awareness. Opportunities
Timberland outside American markets faces identifiability issues wherein many brands are offering similar products. Tough competition from domestic and international players Threats
Business Strategy • Differentiation • Product durability • High quality materials • Waterproof, fireproof, anti-fatigue technology • Ecology-friendly strategy
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