Sentences with phrase «higher competition levels»

Wherever you look in today's business environment, higher competition levels, shorter product life - cycles, and decreasing...

Restriction of body checking in boys» ice hockey games to the highest competition levels (eg, AAA, AA, Tier I, Tier II), starting no earlier than 15 years of age.

Whatever he did, he did it on high competition level.

Not exact matches

Given the «very low barriers to entry» resulting in intense competition in the funeral services industry, Earp stressed the need for InvoCare to stay ahead by providing the highest levels of customer service and upgrading its facilities and product offerings.

«I think a lot of that negative news is priced in — you have competition, you have high debt levels and you have rising costs.

With sports streaming being a veritable new and unconquered frontier, it's also likely that consumers will see a higher level of competition from Rogers and Bell than they're otherwise used to.

In addition to implementing profit sharing plans and encouraging stock ownership, Walton would set high goals for even his low level employees, encouraging competition at all levels to keep score on the progress of each individual.

A high - level justification for viability (including a quick look at your competition and your competitive advantage)

Actual results, including with respect to our targets and prospects, could differ materially due to a number of factors, including the risk that we may not obtain sufficient orders to achieve our targeted revenues; price competition in key markets; the risk that we or our channel partners are not able to develop and expand customer bases and accurately anticipate demand from end customers, which can result in increased inventory and reduced orders as we experience wide fluctuations in supply and demand; the risk that our commercial Lighting Products results will continue to suffer if new issues arise regarding issues related to product quality for this business; the risk that we may experience production difficulties that preclude us from shipping sufficient quantities to meet customer orders or that result in higher production costs and lower margins; our ability to lower costs; the risk that our results will suffer if we are unable to balance fluctuations in customer demand and capacity, including bringing on additional capacity on a timely basis to meet customer demand; the risk that longer manufacturing lead times may cause customers to fulfill their orders with a competitor's products instead; the risk that the economic and political uncertainty caused by the proposed tariffs by the United States on Chinese goods, and any corresponding Chinese tariffs in response, may negatively impact demand for our products; product mix; risks associated with the ramp - up of production of our new products, and our entry into new business channels different from those in which we have historically operated; the risk that customers do not maintain their favorable perception of our brand and products, resulting in lower demand for our products; the risk that our products fail to perform or fail to meet customer requirements or expectations, resulting in significant additional costs, including costs associated with warranty returns or the potential recall of our products; ongoing uncertainty in global economic conditions, infrastructure development or customer demand that could negatively affect product demand, collectability of receivables and other related matters as consumers and businesses may defer purchases or payments, or default on payments; risks resulting from the concentration of our business among few customers, including the risk that customers may reduce or cancel orders or fail to honor purchase commitments; the risk that we are not able to enter into acceptable contractual arrangements with the significant customers of the acquired Infineon RF Power business or otherwise not fully realize anticipated benefits of the transaction; the risk that retail customers may alter promotional pricing, increase promotion of a competitor's products over our products or reduce their inventory levels, all of which could negatively affect product demand; the risk that our investments may experience periods of significant stock price volatility causing us to recognize fair value losses on our investment; the risk posed by managing an increasingly complex supply chain that has the ability to supply a sufficient quantity of raw materials, subsystems and finished products with the required specifications and quality; the risk we may be required to record a significant charge to earnings if our goodwill or amortizable assets become impaired; risks relating to confidential information theft or misuse, including through cyber-attacks or cyber intrusion; our ability to complete development and commercialization of products under development, such as our pipeline of Wolfspeed products, improved LED chips, LED components, and LED lighting products risks related to our multi-year warranty periods for LED lighting products; risks associated with acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures or investments generally; the rapid development of new technology and competing products that may impair demand or render our products obsolete; the potential lack of customer acceptance for our products; risks associated with ongoing litigation; and other factors discussed in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including our report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended June 25, 2017, and subsequent reports filed with the SEC.

The 10 - Year's move above 3 %, which is believed to be a «psychological» level by many, may be unwelcome competition for dividend paying stocks, especially if it continues to head higher.

Although this brand had a strong emotional connection with consumers and ambitious expansion plans, it lacked the critical mass of customers to support the high levels of media advertising required to match the competition.

Too few homes for sale drove prices sky high and led to fierce competition among buyers, especially at the entry level.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ include general business and economic conditions and the state of the solar industry; governmental support for the deployment of solar power; future available supplies of high - purity silicon; demand for end - use products by consumers and inventory levels of such products in the supply chain; changes in demand from significant customers; changes in demand from major markets such as Japan, the U.S., India and China; changes in customer order patterns; changes in product mix; capacity utilization; level of competition; pricing pressure and declines in average selling prices; delays in new product introduction; delays in utility - scale project approval process; delays in utility - scale project construction; delays in the completion of project sales; continued success in technological innovations and delivery of products with the features customers demand; shortage in supply of materials or capacity requirements; availability of financing; exchange rate fluctuations; litigation and other risks as described in the Company's SEC filings, including its annual report on Form 20 - F filed on April 27, 2017.

In other words, at a certain level higher bond yields create real competition for stocks, particularly dividend stocks, and put downward pressure on multiples.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ include general business and economic conditions and the state of the solar industry; governmental support for the deployment of solar power; future available supplies of high - purity silicon; demand for end - use products by consumers and inventory levels of such products in the supply chain; changes in demand from significant customers; changes in demand from major markets such as Japan, the U.S., India and China; changes in customer order patterns; changes in product mix; capacity utilization; level of competition; pricing pressure and declines in average selling prices; delays in new product introduction; delays in utility - scale project approval process; delays in utility - scale project construction; continued success in technological innovations and delivery of products with the features customers demand; shortage in supply of materials or capacity requirements; availability of financing; exchange rate fluctuations; litigation and other risks as described in the Company's SEC filings, including its annual report on Form 20 - F filed on April 20, 2016.

However, three industry executives TechCircle spoke with said they did not see any synergy between the two companies, apart from reducing discounts, and that any potential deal could face a high level of scrutiny from the Competition Commission of India.

The keywords involved on this report also had a relatively high search volume and they also had a relatively low competition - level in terms of other organization's optimizing for them.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ include general business and economic conditions and the state of the solar industry; governmental support for the deployment of solar power; future available supplies of high - purity silicon; demand for end - use products by consumers and inventory levels of such products in the supply chain; changes in demand from significant customers; changes in demand from major markets such as Japan, the U.S., India and China; changes in customer order patterns; changes in product mix; capacity utilization; level of competition; pricing pressure and declines in average selling prices; delays in new product introduction; delays in utility - scale project approval process; delays in utility - scale project construction; cancelation of utility - scale feed - in - tariff contracts in Japan; continued success in technological innovations and delivery of products with the features customers demand; shortage in supply of materials or capacity requirements; availability of financing; exchange rate fluctuations; litigation and other risks as described in the Company's SEC filings, including its annual report on Form 20 - F filed on April 27, 2017.

Ambition creates a high level of transparency, keeps employees accountable, and helped me run my most effective sales competition to date.

While the chip industry is attractive, it also carries a reasonably high level of risk; this includes risks associated with concentration of customers, competition, and the possible failure to create a disruptive technology that can be produced in scale.

Clearly the two little guys have been instrumental in driving a higher level of competition among wireless carriers with aggressive promotions, and I fully expect them to maintain that posture.

At higher levels, don't be surprised if some of your applications get rejected; competition is tough, and it takes time and patience to earn a spot in these circles.

While the 2018 predictions and forecasts for the Phoenix real estate market suggest that prices are slowing, there is still a high level of competition among buyers.

Additionally, there's a high level of competition among buyers right now, due to limited inventory.

Even though home prices appear to be rising more slowly across the state, the level of competition among buyers remains high.

Although trading partner growth has recently been strong, firms continue to cite intense competition in export markets and the high level of the exchange rate as impediments to growth in manufactured exports.

The continuing success of the sector within the office market is also evidenced by the growth in competition over the two years, as high levels of demand from customers drives «fleet of foot» operator innovation, and creates clearer and more distinctive customer offers and facilities.

With yields having been so low for so long, bonds are suddenly providing some competition with equities at these higher yields levels.

That level of unemployment and underemployment is still far too high to create the kind of competition for workers that would bid up wages.

Fierce competition, Brazil and high debt levels are problems that don't easily go away.

She says it's the «quiet confidence» of her Christian faith that allows her to be a grateful, joyful, and goal - oriented athlete, even at the highest levels of competition.

Despite the high level of competition, Kubena says there is still a lot of room for growth in the specialty coffee segment in the United States.

Vigil notes that Houston's high level of engagement and valued employees are key differentiators between the company and its competition.

Wings Etc. focuses on maintaining a high level of service and quality products, not only to ensure the success of its locations, but also to develop a fun atmosphere at each site to set itself apart from the competition, Weaver explains.

Food and Drink - Fall 2011 -(Page 106) > p PRODUCERS Always Bagels Always on Top Always Bagels says it excels by setting its level of quality higher than its competition and sticking close to the old - fashioned methods.

Both campaigns provide high - level exposure for the certified organic industry and offer various ways for consumer and business involvement, including a major competition.

The ACCC would not comment, but in its recent bulk wheat port access report noted: «Given the lack of access to alternate supply chains it is not surprising that there is a high level of concern within industry about the effect of rebates recently announced by CBH for users of its supply chain, and the impact on grain trading and competition for port terminal and related bulk export supply chain operations.»

He questioned the view that we need not be concerned with heavy concentration, instead preferring «standard economic wisdom» that «mergers resulting in high levels of concentration in markets with substantial barriers to entry will usually reduce competition and cause harm to consumers and our economy.»

I wonder if 1959 - 60 Wilt came into the NBA today, and combined his unquestioned athletic ability with better coaching and a higher level of competition, what kind of player he would have been.

And don't forget Ajax has the advantage of not having the pressure to compete for the Premier League of all competitions, meaning you can get talents that are a lot more raw still than we can because they don't have to immediately have to perform at such a high level.

The competition level has been so high for both teams.

The level of competition is so high, in every team.

We also had Richard Healicon representing us in SUTL Elite — the highest level of this competition — who included a triple somersault in his routine.

Still, despite posting a 115 - 16 overall record so far as a high school varsity player, and producing game - in and game - out at the highest levels of high school and club competition, Shelton was recruited lightly at the Division I level.

You have many good teams in there and this competition is maybe this season, at a higher level than ever.»

The 34 - year - old has proven this season that he still has plenty left to offer at a high level, scoring 46 goals in 49 appearances in all competitions for the French champions.

All of them are facing a high level of competition on Wednesday, but as the higher seeds, all three will be at home.

Although it comes as no surprise that Wilshere would prefer to stay in England, despite the difference in competition between Roma and Bournemouth, it was slightly surprising that he didn't seem to even consider remaining at a «higher level».

In Henry's and Bergkamp's era, they used a form of 4 -2-3-1, but Arsenal had different players with better qualities and the competition level was not as high as it is now.

Allensworth (12 passes defensed in 2015), Rubenzer, and other seniors like corner Marloshawn Franklin Jr. are back to provide some level of veteran leadership to the group, while sophomores like safeties Jaylinn Hawkins (a former four - star recruit) and Evan Rambo and corners Josh Drayden, Traveon Beck, and Ashtyn Davis) should assure the competition level remains high.