Resources


 * Secondary Sources**

[|http://library.mcmaster.ca/innis/find/P720.htm] - There are a number of resources available through the above link (these sources are course specific)

code "Auto Parts" In the Encyclopedia of Products & Industries - Manufacturing via Gale Virtual Reference Library [] Connect to database > click on Business > select Encyclopedia of Products & Industries - Manufacturing > click eTableofContents > click the + next to Airplanes-Distilled > click Auto Parts > should display a nice 10 page overview of industry (markets, competitors, users, etc.)

Encyclopedia of Global Industries Includes an entry on Motor Vehichle Parts and Accessories (pp. 830-839). Contains industry snapshot, organization and structure, background and development, current conditions, research and technology, industry leaders and major countries in industry. Location: INNIS Reference HD 2324.E53 2007

Mergent Industry Reports via Factiva [] Includes Automotive industry reports for several regions. To retreive these reports, go to the Sources menu and type Mergent Industry Reports > click on the title - it should turn pink when selected > go to the Free-text search box and type hd=automotive > click the Run Search button. This should retrieve 31 reports on the automotive industry, some covering Europe, North America, Asia, etc.

Standard & Poor's Industry Surveys Contains a profile on Auto& Auto Parts in the US. Current coverage, but we do have some back issues in Periodicals. Location: INNIS Reference HG 4915.S65

Mergent Online [] Provides COMPANY history and background. Also identifies competitors in an industry.

Business Monitor Online [] Contains various reports on Autos, but not necessarily auto parts. You may want to explore this source for potentially relevant info. May involve some digging and piecing together though.

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 * [[file:Automotive_Suppliers.pdf]] - Found some diagrams about automotive supplier industry analysis that maybe useful during presentation. Also contains information on how to grow in that industry.