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ITB Chapter 01-Jkn
ITB Chapter 01-Jkn
ITB Chapter 01-Jkn
Foundations of Business
Book Page: 4
Some Key Definitions
Profit Loss
Entrepreneurs Value
Book Page: 4
Contribution of Business
Book Page: 5
The History of Business
• After World War II, the balance of power shifted away from
producers and toward consumers, flooding the market with
enticing choices.
• The marketing concept emerged: a consumer focus that
permeates successful companies in every department, at
every level.
• This approach continues to influence business decisions
today as global competition heats up to unprecedented levels.
Book Page: 6
The History of Business
The Relationship Era:
• One key tool is technology. Using the Web and other digital
resources, businesses gather detailed information about their
customers and use these data to serve them better.
Book Page: 6
Factors of Production
Natural Resources
Capital
Human Resources
Entrepreneurship