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Feasibility of Laptop Computer Purchase for

Mark Stanaszek: Planning Proposal

Created by: Lindsey Hines

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Table of Contents

Introduction:Problem Statementpage 3Description of Report.page 3Overview of Research...page 3Statement of Organizationpage 3

Body:Goalspage 4Research Strategies..page 4

Questions to be Answered...page 4 & 5Timeline...page 5Qualifications..page 5Call to Action...page 5

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INTRODUCTION:

Problem Statement

Mark Stanaszek is a current student at Capella University. Capella University isan online school in which all classes are conducted via the internet. Hisacademic achievement relies heavily on his laptop computer being reliable, anytype of computer problem could lead to serious consequences. Mark needs adependable top of the line laptop computer to get him through four years ofcollege. Unfortunately, it is impossible for him to decide on what computer brandand model is the best fit for him at a specific location because each company hasa bias towards their specific computer.

Description of Report

This report will consist of interviews from different computer companies to findthe best fit laptop computer for a college student. The three computercompanies that will be investigated are Apple, Dell, and Gateway. Thesecomputer companies were chosen because they are all top-selling computercompanies in the United States. I will let each company help me to find what theybelieve is the best fit laptop computer for a college student.

I have decided not to conduct research at any retail stores such as Best Buy orUltimate Electronics. This is because their staff may not be properly trained orthey may have biases towards a specific brand.

Over view of Resea rch Str ate gyI will conduct this laptop computer research by calling and interviewing eachcomputer company. I will also conduct research online by reading consumerreport reviews for each of the specific laptop computers.

Sta tement o f Or ganiza tionI will begin this report by first contacting each of the three computer companiesby phone. Once I have decided on one laptop computer from each company Iwill compare the three laptop computers to one another. The comparisons will bebased on their operations and accessories using organized tables. I will then goonline to find consumer report reviews about each of the specific laptopcomputers. Based on the conclusions I will be able to make a recommendationto Mark Stanaszek.

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BODY:

Goals

The goal of this research is to help Mark Stanaszek find the best fit computer forhis academic career. This computer will get him through four years at CapellaUniversity successfully with minimal computer difficulties.

Resea rch Str ate giesA total of three interviews will be conducted to each of the computer companies.The computer companies as mentioned previously are Apple, Dell, and Gateway.I have chosen to directly interview each company because I feel they will be mostqualified and knowledgeable of the specific computer brand. I will begin eachinterview by telling them that the computer will be used by a student whom

attends an online university. This will allow them to narrow down the selection ofcomputers to a few that will be the best fit. Mark is willing to spend a maximumof $1,000 for his laptop computer so this will be a factor in choosing thecomputer. Once the option of computers has been narrowed down I will askthem to choose the computer that is the best-seller. Based upon the specificcomputer they choose I will ask a variety of questions. The answers given tothese questions will provide me with a means to compare the three differentlaptop computers.

I will also be looking at the three chosen computers online at review web sites. Iwill take note of the consumer reports as to what they like and do not like about

the laptop computer and consider that in with my recommendations to Mark.

Questions to be Answered

Computer companies:

1. What laptop computer is the best fit for an online university student?2. Are any of these computers under $1,000?3. What computer is your best-seller?

Specific details about each computer:

Criteria Apple computer Dell computer Gatewaycomputer

WirelessSize of memoryProcessor

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Size of hard driveWhat operatingsystems areincludedWarranty

Battery lifeHow many USBportsMouse controlsScreen sizeColor optionsOther

Computer report reviews (as applicable):

1. What do you like best about the computer?2. What is your least favorite thing about the computer?3. Would you buy this computer again?4. What is the rating on the computer?

TimelineDue datesMarch 13, 2009 Planning ProposalMarch 27, 2009 Interview questions for computer companiesMarch 27- April 9, 2009 Begin interviews and research

April 10, 2009 Submit first draft of Feasibility Report to editing groupApril 10-21, 2009 Make revisions on Feasibility ReportApril 21, 2009 Final Feasibility Report

Qualifica tionsAs a college student I know how important it is to have a reliable computer. I willdo my best and go to great lengths to make sure Mark Stanaszek gets exactlywhat he desires in a laptop computer. I have completed many in depth researchprojects throughout my college career that have led me to be fully qualified forthis laptop computer investigation.

Call to Action

I hope that the information in this report will show Mark Stanaszek exactly howthe investigation for his potential laptop computer will be perused. I hope he willthen allow me to begin this report and find the best fit laptop computer for him.

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