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• 51. [Article] Team 2: Process Report

  We analyzed team processes used by our team, “Team 2” during winter 2015 term for; “Communication & Team Building” class. Purpose of our analysis is to look back and learn from our shortcomings and strengthen ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Team 2: Process Report Author: Kar, Swati, Agrawal, Shruti, Mirza, Imran, Kumar, Pramod Year: 2015 We analyzed team processes used by our team, “Team 2” during winter 2015 term for; “Communication & Team Building” class. Purpose of our analysis is to look back and learn from our shortcomings and strengthen performance during future courses. We have laid down phases of development that our team went through during the term and processes implemented to gradually transition through stages along the team performance curve (Appendix-III) [3]; starting from a “potential” team through “real” to a “high performance” team with a common goal in mind to do an outstanding job of enhancing our learning experience and getting a good grade. Title: Team 2: Process Report Author: Kar, Swati, Agrawal, Shruti, Mirza, Imran, Kumar, Pramod Year: 2015 We analyzed team processes used by our team, “Team 2” during winter 2015 term for; “Communication & Team Building” class. Purpose of our analysis is to look back and learn from our shortcomings and strengthen performance during future courses. We have laid down phases of development that our team went through during the term and processes implemented to gradually transition through stages along the team performance curve (Appendix-III) [3]; starting from a “potential” team through “real” to a “high performance” team with a common goal in mind to do an outstanding job of enhancing our learning experience and getting a good grade. Close

• 52. [Article] Adaptive Mobility for the Visually Impaired: Exploring what the Future of Social Mobility Could Look Like for the Visually Impaired Community (Development Log)

  Our project is primarily a technology-push product, in which we leveraged the advantages of an existence technology called proximity sensor. The team focused on utilizing and matching the appropriate application ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Adaptive Mobility for the Visually Impaired: Exploring what the Future of Social Mobility Could Look Like for the Visually Impaired Community (Development Log) Author: Her, Pengsee, Lilja, Tania, Zaid, Marwan, Asafo-Adjei, Charles Year: 2017 Our project is primarily a technology-push product, in which we leveraged the advantages of an existence technology called proximity sensor. The team focused on utilizing and matching the appropriate application of the technology with the market needs. Since the technology is proven, the possibility of risks substantially reduced. The first phase, called “phase zero,” is to identify the opportunity by exploring the market necessities. Our team conducted various types of research to understand the market needs. With personal motives, the team showed the interests to assist the visually impaired community for the freedom and independence with their physical activities. Title: Adaptive Mobility for the Visually Impaired: Exploring what the Future of Social Mobility Could Look Like for the Visually Impaired Community (Development Log) Author: Her, Pengsee, Lilja, Tania, Zaid, Marwan, Asafo-Adjei, Charles Year: 2017 Our project is primarily a technology-push product, in which we leveraged the advantages of an existence technology called proximity sensor. The team focused on utilizing and matching the appropriate application of the technology with the market needs. Since the technology is proven, the possibility of risks substantially reduced. The first phase, called “phase zero,” is to identify the opportunity by exploring the market necessities. Our team conducted various types of research to understand the market needs. With personal motives, the team showed the interests to assist the visually impaired community for the freedom and independence with their physical activities. Close

• 53. [Article] Competitive Resource-based View Strategy -Portland State University Library

  Technological innovation and the information age have significantly impacted academic libraries roles in higher education. Patrons’ diverse needs require that academic libraries provide dynamic services ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Competitive Resource-based View Strategy -Portland State University Library Author: Clark, Michael Year: 2015 Technological innovation and the information age have significantly impacted academic libraries roles in higher education. Patrons’ diverse needs require that academic libraries provide dynamic services and resources. Within resource constraints, academic libraries face the challenge of identifying and investing appropriately in specific resources that will effectively and efficiently meet patrons’ complex needs. The purpose of this study is to develop a competitive resource based view strategy for the Portland State University Library. Title: Competitive Resource-based View Strategy -Portland State University Library Author: Clark, Michael Year: 2015 Technological innovation and the information age have significantly impacted academic libraries roles in higher education. Patrons’ diverse needs require that academic libraries provide dynamic services and resources. Within resource constraints, academic libraries face the challenge of identifying and investing appropriately in specific resources that will effectively and efficiently meet patrons’ complex needs. The purpose of this study is to develop a competitive resource based view strategy for the Portland State University Library. Close

• 54. [Article] Predicting U.S. Onshore Wind Generation

  Wind turbine generation is an old technology but new for generating electricity in the U.S. In the last three decades wind energy has received much research and development in the U.S. and continues to ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Predicting U.S. Onshore Wind Generation Author: Couch, Joshua Year: 2015 Wind turbine generation is an old technology but new for generating electricity in the U.S. In the last three decades wind energy has received much research and development in the U.S. and continues to grow. It’s been enough of a focus that White House has set goals and the U.S. Department of Energy has accomplished advanced studies. For those interested in the wind industry it is worthwhile to forecast the generation coming from wind in the decades to come. This paper focuses on the wind generation in the U.S. that comes from onshore resources and what the future holds for total electrical generation. Title: Predicting U.S. Onshore Wind Generation Author: Couch, Joshua Year: 2015 Wind turbine generation is an old technology but new for generating electricity in the U.S. In the last three decades wind energy has received much research and development in the U.S. and continues to grow. It’s been enough of a focus that White House has set goals and the U.S. Department of Energy has accomplished advanced studies. For those interested in the wind industry it is worthwhile to forecast the generation coming from wind in the decades to come. This paper focuses on the wind generation in the U.S. that comes from onshore resources and what the future holds for total electrical generation. Close

• 55. [Article] Updating a PMO: Analysis and recommendations for upgrade of an IT PMO

  Optimizing the efficiency of managing projects lends itself to being governed by a Project Management Office (PMO). The objective of this project was to develop a PMO that would oversee and be an entity ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Updating a PMO: Analysis and recommendations for upgrade of an IT PMO Author: Marino, Leopoldo, Lee, Daniel, Krueger, Justin Year: 2015 Optimizing the efficiency of managing projects lends itself to being governed by a Project Management Office (PMO). The objective of this project was to develop a PMO that would oversee and be an entity that directs projects and the portfolios of the company. A gap analysis has been performed via interviews that were conducted with the PMO managers and stakeholders of a large, Portland, Oregon, based manufacturing company. Several areas of improvement were identified in the research that was completed for which this report identifies and makes suggestions for as 2.0 version of the PMO for this corporation. Title: Updating a PMO: Analysis and recommendations for upgrade of an IT PMO Author: Marino, Leopoldo, Lee, Daniel, Krueger, Justin Year: 2015 Optimizing the efficiency of managing projects lends itself to being governed by a Project Management Office (PMO). The objective of this project was to develop a PMO that would oversee and be an entity that directs projects and the portfolios of the company. A gap analysis has been performed via interviews that were conducted with the PMO managers and stakeholders of a large, Portland, Oregon, based manufacturing company. Several areas of improvement were identified in the research that was completed for which this report identifies and makes suggestions for as 2.0 version of the PMO for this corporation. Close

• 56. [Article] Samsung Gear VR Marketing Plan

  2015 marked the release of the Samsung Gear VR, a new and innovative VR headset which used a Samsung Galaxy smartphone to power the VR experience for users. Users could plug their phone into the headset, ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Samsung Gear VR Marketing Plan Author: Alzahrani, Ahmed, Corban, Horatiu, Hsu, Wei-Chen, Chieh Lu, Chuan, Dai, Xuran Year: 2017 2015 marked the release of the Samsung Gear VR, a new and innovative VR headset which used a Samsung Galaxy smartphone to power the VR experience for users. Users could plug their phone into the headset, and enjoy virtual reality games and videos. 2016 marked the first full year of availability for the Gear VR, and the year was further highlighted as the first in which global box office sales were topped by mobile game revenues. We’re currently on the forefront of the digital VR market, and competition is about to heat up. Companies have been receiving significant investment capital for the development of VR and AR innovations. The past year also saw Gear VR achieve unit sales of 4.51M which brought it up to market parity with the longest available and most affordable VR headset to date, the Google Cardboard. While some remain skeptical of the long term potential of VR, we have outlined a plan to capture 80% of the mobile VR market with the Gear VR in the next four years, increasing it by 10% year-over-year from its current 48%. Market research performed by Goldman Sachs indicates that the VR market will surpass $13B USD by 2020, and video games are just one of nine segments identified for development. The video game segment alone ($6.9B USD) is expected to make up 52% of the market, with engineering and healthcare applications coming in second and third at $1.5B and $1.2B respectively. Because of these estimates, and due to the fact that the video games segment is predicted to hold a majority of the share through 2020, our marketing plan is focused on capturing as many mobile gamers as possible until then. Past 2020, a new plan would need to be developed if other segments are identified. Beyond the financial objective of increasing market share 10% year-over-year; nonfinancial goals of tracking customer satisfaction, customer loyalty and mobile engagement have been selected as well. Satisfaction and loyalty will be tracked with voluntary customer surveys, while mobile engagement will be tracked through data obtained from each device, tracking the number of uses per month along others. The marketing strategy as well as the marketing mix, needed budget and controlling plan with we will aim to position the Samsung Gear VR as the exclusive Oculus powered mobile VR headset are included. Gear VR offers users a complete ecosystem that can put VR technology within easy reach for gamers. Furthermore, with its wide FOV Samsung Gear VR provides gamers with a superior FOV at a competitive price to allow users to explore new VR worlds. Title: Samsung Gear VR Marketing Plan Author: Alzahrani, Ahmed, Corban, Horatiu, Hsu, Wei-Chen, Chieh Lu, Chuan, Dai, Xuran Year: 2017 2015 marked the release of the Samsung Gear VR, a new and innovative VR headset which used a Samsung Galaxy smartphone to power the VR experience for users. Users could plug their phone into the headset, and enjoy virtual reality games and videos. 2016 marked the first full year of availability for the Gear VR, and the year was further highlighted as the first in which global box office sales were topped by mobile game revenues. We’re currently on the forefront of the digital VR market, and competition is about to heat up. Companies have been receiving significant investment capital for the development of VR and AR innovations. The past year also saw Gear VR achieve unit sales of 4.51M which brought it up to market parity with the longest available and most affordable VR headset to date, the Google Cardboard. While some remain skeptical of the long term potential of VR, we have outlined a plan to capture 80% of the mobile VR market with the Gear VR in the next four years, increasing it by 10% year-over-year from its current 48%. Market research performed by Goldman Sachs indicates that the VR market will surpass $13B USD by 2020, and video games are just one of nine segments identified for development. The video game segment alone ($6.9B USD) is expected to make up 52% of the market, with engineering and healthcare applications coming in second and third at $1.5B and $1.2B respectively. Because of these estimates, and due to the fact that the video games segment is predicted to hold a majority of the share through 2020, our marketing plan is focused on capturing as many mobile gamers as possible until then. Past 2020, a new plan would need to be developed if other segments are identified. Beyond the financial objective of increasing market share 10% year-over-year; nonfinancial goals of tracking customer satisfaction, customer loyalty and mobile engagement have been selected as well. Satisfaction and loyalty will be tracked with voluntary customer surveys, while mobile engagement will be tracked through data obtained from each device, tracking the number of uses per month along others. The marketing strategy as well as the marketing mix, needed budget and controlling plan with we will aim to position the Samsung Gear VR as the exclusive Oculus powered mobile VR headset are included. Gear VR offers users a complete ecosystem that can put VR technology within easy reach for gamers. Furthermore, with its wide FOV Samsung Gear VR provides gamers with a superior FOV at a competitive price to allow users to explore new VR worlds. Close

• 57. [Article] Wearable Healthcare Technology: Fibit® Inc’s Smartwatch Strategy

  The Internet has enhanced an individual’s ability to take more control over their health by making pertinent health information more accessible. The breakthroughs and manufacturing cost reductions made ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Wearable Healthcare Technology: Fibit® Inc’s Smartwatch Strategy Author: Sengupta, Sowmini Year: 2017 The Internet has enhanced an individual’s ability to take more control over their health by making pertinent health information more accessible. The breakthroughs and manufacturing cost reductions made in sensors and MicroElectro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS), as well as the advancements in integrated hardware and software systems technologies have given rise to the area of mobile health (mHealth) monitoring. mHealth monitoring systems give more control into the hands of the person to be in charge of their own health and maintain their sense of independence, especially as the population ages. The technology can also enable researchers to study pertinent diseases using continuous kinematic data. Fitbit is a respected firm that has been bringing innovative health and fitness tracking systems to the market since 2007. Their focus has been primarily on fitness bands until 2014 when they are introduced the smart fitness watch, Fitbit Surge. In this paper, we have studied the competitive landscape for the smartwatch which is the next logical extension that Fitbit is trying to establish in terms of product offerings. Given the complex nature of this market, both product-based and resource-based views are applied in order to develop the recommended competitive strategies for Fitbit. Title: Wearable Healthcare Technology: Fibit® Inc’s Smartwatch Strategy Author: Sengupta, Sowmini Year: 2017 The Internet has enhanced an individual’s ability to take more control over their health by making pertinent health information more accessible. The breakthroughs and manufacturing cost reductions made in sensors and MicroElectro-Mechanical Systems (MEMS), as well as the advancements in integrated hardware and software systems technologies have given rise to the area of mobile health (mHealth) monitoring. mHealth monitoring systems give more control into the hands of the person to be in charge of their own health and maintain their sense of independence, especially as the population ages. The technology can also enable researchers to study pertinent diseases using continuous kinematic data. Fitbit is a respected firm that has been bringing innovative health and fitness tracking systems to the market since 2007. Their focus has been primarily on fitness bands until 2014 when they are introduced the smart fitness watch, Fitbit Surge. In this paper, we have studied the competitive landscape for the smartwatch which is the next logical extension that Fitbit is trying to establish in terms of product offerings. Given the complex nature of this market, both product-based and resource-based views are applied in order to develop the recommended competitive strategies for Fitbit. Close

• 58. [Article] Phoseon Technology Competitive Advantage Strategy: First-Mover Advantage (FMA) Theory

  Product design innovation begins with an idea and ends with the successful launch of a new product. By definition, First-Mover Advantage (FMA) is an individual or company who first makes advances into ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Phoseon Technology Competitive Advantage Strategy: First-Mover Advantage (FMA) Theory Author: Her, Pengsee Year: 2017 Product design innovation begins with an idea and ends with the successful launch of a new product. By definition, First-Mover Advantage (FMA) is an individual or company who first makes advances into a new market [1]. First-mover advantage was initially talked as critical to the Internet economy, although now there is a growing criticism against it. First-mover advantage can be influential in building market share, but this may or may not translate into business success. Typically, first-movers have an advantage because they do not have to share profits until another competitor enters the market. Among other things, being first typically enables a company to establish strong brand recognition and customer loyalty before other entrants to the market arise. There are several reasons why these benefits may develop, but research has shown that being the first-mover does not always provide advantages. However, there are first-mover disadvantagestoo, where companies that enter a market later can achieve greater results to those achieved by the first-mover organization [2]. This paper will focus on the advantages and disadvantages of FMA and conclude by utilizing Porter’s Five Forces Model to measure, if the FMA theory has enabled Phoseon Technology with competitive advantage over its competitors. Title: Phoseon Technology Competitive Advantage Strategy: First-Mover Advantage (FMA) Theory Author: Her, Pengsee Year: 2017 Product design innovation begins with an idea and ends with the successful launch of a new product. By definition, First-Mover Advantage (FMA) is an individual or company who first makes advances into a new market [1]. First-mover advantage was initially talked as critical to the Internet economy, although now there is a growing criticism against it. First-mover advantage can be influential in building market share, but this may or may not translate into business success. Typically, first-movers have an advantage because they do not have to share profits until another competitor enters the market. Among other things, being first typically enables a company to establish strong brand recognition and customer loyalty before other entrants to the market arise. There are several reasons why these benefits may develop, but research has shown that being the first-mover does not always provide advantages. However, there are first-mover disadvantagestoo, where companies that enter a market later can achieve greater results to those achieved by the first-mover organization [2]. This paper will focus on the advantages and disadvantages of FMA and conclude by utilizing Porter’s Five Forces Model to measure, if the FMA theory has enabled Phoseon Technology with competitive advantage over its competitors. Close

• 59. [Article] Team Progress Report

  As part of ETM 522/622 course the students formed teams to work together throughout the quarter. They were expected to read through prescribed text books and research material, prepare and present the ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Team Progress Report Author: Shareef, Ahmed Al, Sie, Felix, Ramesh, Nithin Yadav Nimmala, Tripathy, Sudipta Year: 2015 As part of ETM 522/622 course the students formed teams to work together throughout the quarter. They were expected to read through prescribed text books and research material, prepare and present the concepts discussed in them in front of the class. Along with this the teams were expected to work on a project related to team building and communication. Also the team is expected to document and submit a team process report that is the team’s self-analysis and assessment of what and how the team learnt in their endeavor to produce the various deliverables during the “Communication and Team Building” course in the winter term of 2015. The below process report depicts the journey of Team 3 as they came together and synergized their efforts to develop the conceptual and then practical framework of team and to apply the learnings from the class to produce high quality deliverables as part of the course curriculum. Title: Team Progress Report Author: Shareef, Ahmed Al, Sie, Felix, Ramesh, Nithin Yadav Nimmala, Tripathy, Sudipta Year: 2015 As part of ETM 522/622 course the students formed teams to work together throughout the quarter. They were expected to read through prescribed text books and research material, prepare and present the concepts discussed in them in front of the class. Along with this the teams were expected to work on a project related to team building and communication. Also the team is expected to document and submit a team process report that is the team’s self-analysis and assessment of what and how the team learnt in their endeavor to produce the various deliverables during the “Communication and Team Building” course in the winter term of 2015. The below process report depicts the journey of Team 3 as they came together and synergized their efforts to develop the conceptual and then practical framework of team and to apply the learnings from the class to produce high quality deliverables as part of the course curriculum. Close

• 60. [Article] Develop an App for Food Delivery Restaurant

  The number of people who access the world-wide network “Internet” has increased over the past years. There are many means to access the Internet, including desktops, laptops, tablets, and so on. One of ...

  Citation × Citation Citation Abstract Copy Title: Develop an App for Food Delivery Restaurant Author: Alsuwaida, Ahlam, Alshareef, Ahmed, Alheayk, Zuhair Year: 2015 The number of people who access the world-wide network “Internet” has increased over the past years. There are many means to access the Internet, including desktops, laptops, tablets, and so on. One of these means is smartphones. Smartphone owners have used their phone to lookup to information available online. Nowadays, the popularity of smartphones has obviously increased among people. Statistics shows that two-third (64%) of Americans own at least one smartphone. 19% of smartphones owners rely on smartphone to “going online” [1]. Therefore, many companies have started to have an app for different purposes. Some of these purposes are building loyalty, reinforce a firm’s brand, interacting with customers, and so on. Competitors, such as grub hub and Domino's, have started to use Apps to increase their sell-through. However, from strategic point of view, it is important to have a mobile app for two main reasons: to stay in competition and to enhance company’s image. This project is to create a mobile app, in both operating systems Android and IOS, that would help customer to easily browse restaurants. Title: Develop an App for Food Delivery Restaurant Author: Alsuwaida, Ahlam, Alshareef, Ahmed, Alheayk, Zuhair Year: 2015 The number of people who access the world-wide network “Internet” has increased over the past years. There are many means to access the Internet, including desktops, laptops, tablets, and so on. One of these means is smartphones. Smartphone owners have used their phone to lookup to information available online. Nowadays, the popularity of smartphones has obviously increased among people. Statistics shows that two-third (64%) of Americans own at least one smartphone. 19% of smartphones owners rely on smartphone to “going online” [1]. Therefore, many companies have started to have an app for different purposes. Some of these purposes are building loyalty, reinforce a firm’s brand, interacting with customers, and so on. Competitors, such as grub hub and Domino's, have started to use Apps to increase their sell-through. However, from strategic point of view, it is important to have a mobile app for two main reasons: to stay in competition and to enhance company’s image. This project is to create a mobile app, in both operating systems Android and IOS, that would help customer to easily browse restaurants. Close