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This project examines entry-level processors Company X. Analyzing their current position and creating recommendations for their future positioning in regard to entry-level processors. Utilizing financial models, our group worked to determine the most effective way to optimize NPV and gross margin for this segment. With extensive step models and sensitivity analysis, we analyzed potential paths that Company X could take. Continuing to be mindful of the limitations that certain projected paths would entail. Through our analysis, we were able to form a comprehensive suggestion that had a positive 8-year NPV and improved gross margin percentage.
ContributorsHuseinovic, Ayla (Author) / Jones, Ciara (Co-author) / Mathias, Chase (Co-author) / Kuo, Ian (Co-author) / Simonson, Mark (Thesis director) / Hertz, Michael (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / School of Accountancy (Contributor) / Department of Finance (Contributor) / Dean, W.P. Carey School of Business (Contributor)
Created2024-05
DescriptionWe are an online community and ghost kitchen that provides healthy late night options.
ContributorsChacon, Anthony (Author) / Castro, Garrett (Co-author) / Byrne, Jared (Thesis director) / Thomasson, Anna (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Department of Finance (Contributor)
Created2024-05
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The primary goal of our nonprofit organization, Plant-ED, is to deepen the average individual’s knowledge regarding sustainability and to inspire our users to engage in a community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for sustainability. To accomplish this vision, we have created a digital platform where users can easily find information on upcoming events, activities, and alternative products that truly embody a mindset of sustainability. Our team will be the main and constant source of content for our website, however our users are also able to interact with the website through blog posts and subscriptions. Additionally, our platform has a section dedicated to explaining the impact of recycling and shows the devastating effects if humans do not take accountability for their choices and develop more sustainable habits. The ultimate goal for our website is for it to be a place where we can promote our partners’ products which are either alternatives to unsustainable products or companies who donate some of their proceeds to help create a greener world. The profit from the commission we receive from our partners and subscription services will be reinvested into expanding our digital platform and partnerships.
ContributorsSmith, Connor (Author) / Mahoney, Emma (Co-author) / Weiderhoft, Isabella (Co-author) / Myers, Zoe (Co-author) / Byrne, Jared (Thesis director) / Balven, Rachel (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Department of Information Systems (Contributor) / Department of Finance (Contributor)
Created2024-05
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This thesis aims to understand the likelihood of meeting recently implemented federal adoption targets regarding the electrification of consumer automotive transportation in the United States (US) and the challenges that arise throughout this process. The research conducted attempts to provide a link between government, manufacturer and consumer perspectives into a cohesive argument as to why adoption targets will not be met in the US without extreme capital expenditure and reliance on non-American resources to reengineer the long standing automotive marketplace by target deadlines.
In order for the electrification of consumer transportation to become a reality, regardless of meeting federally mandated target deadlines; the federal government must invest trillions into subsidization programs for manufacturers and consumers to allow for higher priced electric vehicles (EV) to be accessible to its younger target demographic and reach a broader audience. There must also be investment into America’s power grid, charging and road infrastructure, along with solving issues related to general affordability. Manufacturers must be able to note substantial returns for the heightened cost of EV production in comparison to their gas powered counterparts, while consumers of this automotive subset must be able to purchase a vehicle with greater benefit than products currently available. Currently, the vision of EV adoption for the US market is not attainable by target deadlines without reduced government regulation and the introduction of Chinese products, who currently own the entirety of the supply chain for battery technology and are able to overcome the obstacles of EV adoption in its entirety.
ContributorsCvijanovich, Ryan (Author) / Simonson, Mark (Thesis director) / Mauer, Mark (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Department of Management and Entrepreneurship (Contributor) / Department of Finance (Contributor)
Created2024-05
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With the growing presence of Artificial Intelligence(AI), this paper serves to examine its role in the corporate compliance world with an emphasis on hiring practices and policies. Current AI technology allows for companies to handle, sort, filter, and assess thousands of applications and resumes a day, all without the interference of humans. This shift from human to human hiring to AI to human is one that can be implemented, but must be done with caution. Ethical dilemmas such as bias, privacy, and lack of human interactions play major roles in determining if this process is for every business.
ContributorsValencia, Zacarias (Author) / Koretz, Lora (Thesis director) / Pofahl, Geoff (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Department of Finance (Contributor) / Dean, W.P. Carey School of Business (Contributor)
Created2024-05
DescriptionBuck-It is a budgeting application designed to meet the unique needs of college students. As financial literacy is crucial for developing good long-term financial habits, Buck-It aims to promote budgeting among college students through an appealing user interface, robust customization, and effective categorization.
ContributorsDavitt, Ryan (Author) / Doyle, Michael (Co-author) / Walle, Andrew (Co-author) / Vemuri, Rajeev (Co-author) / Baptista, Asher (Co-author) / Byrne, Jared (Thesis director) / Lee, Peggy (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Department of Economics (Contributor) / Department of Finance (Contributor)
Created2024-05
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This world promises just one thing: continuous change. As humanity has moved through time much has changed in the worlds of science, mathematics, and physics. These shifts in humanity's comprehension often arrive unexpectedly, driven by education, innovation, and experimentation. Such transformative waves resemble a series of technology shocks that are known to cause significant disruptions within an industry and the economy broadly as firms permanently change the ways they produce and distribute goods and services in response to new technologies or information. The recent flurry of innovation and interest in Artificial Intelligence leads us to believe that many industries may be experiencing such a wave of change today. The healthcare industry currently employs the most workers of any other sector in the United States (outside of the government) and is made up of an unprecedented 77% of female workers making the outcomes of changes in its labor market demands particularly important. In this paper we discuss the current state of Artificial Intelligence adoption within the clinical side of healthcare, what sub sectors and occupations are most exposed, and to what extent the FDA approved AI-enabled clinical healthcare products replace or complement those tasks of existing occupations. We also interviewed a few healthcare professionals with different levels of seniority and exposure to AI-enabled products to develop a holistic understanding of current AI adoption, employee preparation, and potential labor market implications over the short and long term. We find that AI implementation within clinical healthcare settings is young in its life cycle yet fast growing. Current use cases are mostly in the earlier stages of the patient’s care journey assisting workers in various capacities in the processes of patient testing, diagnosis, care planning, and post-treatment monitoring. The tasks associated with patient interaction and care administration do not appear to be threatened by AI automation at this point in time. Additionally, approved Artificial Intelligence products for clinical use are disproportionately concentrated in the subsectors of radiology, neurology, and cardiology. Finally, our interviews revealed a concerning lack of consideration and preparation, among healthcare workers, for the potential automation of their fundamental tasks. Going forward, we believe it wise for healthcare workers to monitor the evolution of clinical AI use cases as well as the FDA approval of AI-enabled products and prepare for potential automation by continuing to learn new skills, take on additional responsibilities, and generally inject themselves into as many stages of the patient’s healthcare journey as possible to differentiate among other workers and avoid the coming wave of mass clinical automation.
ContributorsMcElenney, Nicholas (Author) / Dolasinski, Nicholas (Co-author) / Asheim, Brody (Co-author) / Mehta, Ari (Co-author) / Calvo, Paula (Thesis director) / Don, Rachel (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Department of Finance (Contributor)
Created2024-05
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Concero Partners is committed to pioneering innovative capital solutions in emerging markets, with a strategic focus on Latin America. By leveraging a state-of-the-art online brokerage platform, Concero Partners aims to democratize access to global capital for small to mid-sized businesses in Chile and Brazil, enhancing financial transparency and fostering economic growth. At the heart of our mission is bridging the capital accessibility gap and simplifying transactions by collaborating with regional audit firms to standardize financial reporting, enhance market transparency, and make businesses more attractive to global investors. Beyond facilitating financial transactions, our broader goal is to stimulate economic growth by creating a more interconnected, efficient, and robust M&A ecosystem.
ContributorsSeykora, Colton (Author) / Freiheit, William (Co-author) / Harmon, William (Co-author) / Dalton, Ryan (Co-author) / Byrne, Jared (Thesis director) / Thomasson, Anna (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Historical, Philosophical & Religious Studies, Sch (Contributor) / Department of Finance (Contributor)
Created2024-05
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Concero Partners is committed to pioneering innovative capital solutions in emerging markets, with a strategic focus on Latin America. By leveraging a state-of-the-art online brokerage platform, Concero Partners aims to democratize access to global capital for small to mid-sized businesses in Chile and Brazil, enhancing financial transparency and fostering economic growth. At the heart of our mission is bridging the capital accessibility gap and simplifying transactions by collaborating with regional audit firms to standardize financial reporting, enhance market transparency, and make businesses more attractive to global investors. Beyond facilitating financial transactions, our broader goal is to stimulate economic growth by creating a more interconnected, efficient, and robust M&A ecosystem.
ContributorsDalton, Ryan (Author) / Freiheit, William (Co-author) / Seykora, Colton (Co-author) / Harmon, William (Co-author) / Byrne, Jared (Thesis director) / Thomasson, Anna (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Historical, Philosophical & Religious Studies, Sch (Contributor) / Department of Finance (Contributor)
Created2024-05
DescriptionBuck-It is a budgeting application designed to meet the unique needs of college students. As financial literacy is crucial for developing positive long-term financial habits, Buck-It aims to promote budgeting among college students through an appealing user interface, robust customization, and effective categorization.
ContributorsWalle, Andrew (Author) / Doyle, Michael (Co-author) / Davitt, Ryan (Co-author) / Vemuri , Rajeev (Co-author) / Baptista, Asher (Co-author) / Byrne, Jared (Thesis director) / Lee, Peggy (Committee member) / Barrett, The Honors College (Contributor) / Department of Finance (Contributor)
Created2024-05