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SWOT: Microsoft, Product Support Services, Worldwide
6 April 2009
 
Bob Igou   Tiffani Bova   Frances O'Brien   John Rizzuto   Michael A. Silver  

Microsoft is well-positioned to deliver product support services for its technology, based on a strong financial position and strong market position. There are concerns about the future that include how it evolves and communicates its product support services.





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Table of Contents


Introduction

SWOT: Microsoft, Support Services, Worldwide, 2009

Microsoft, Support Services' Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats

Microsoft Strengths

Microsoft Weaknesses

Microsoft Opportunities

Microsoft Threats

Implications

Company Overview: Microsoft, Support Services, Worldwide

Microsoft — Support Services, Worldwide: Business Demographics and Financials

Microsoft Customer Profile and Support Services

Methodology

References

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