Capstone – Project

Deep-dive into Greenlight Network’s portfolio of offerings

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Project Synopsis

Greenlight Network is looking to you to make recommendations for strengthening their portfolio and boost their competitive edge by conducting a deep-dive into their key competitors, pricing strategies and models, and trends and futures in relevant technology.

Project Topics

Growth Strategy

Research & Development

Company Information

CompanyGreenlight Networks
HQNew York
RevenueUnlisted
Employees50-100
StageHigh-Growth Startup
Hiring PotentialFollow-on Projects, Formal Internship, Entry Level Full-Time
Websitehttp://www.greenlightnetworks.com

Company Overview

Greenlight Networks is the 64th largest fiber optic internet provider in the United States -we build our own fiber connections for our clients, providing an extremely fast and affordable Internet service for a wide range of customers. Greenlight Networks is an ultra-high-speed, broadband service provider, offering residential and small business customers Internet speeds up to a Gigabit per second. Based in Rochester, NY and founded in 2011, the company builds, owns and operates its fiber-optic networks to provide amazingly fast Internet connections to its customers. We’re building one of the fastest networks in the US so that users can experience the future of broadband. Our customers are passionate about getting the fiber-optic, Gigabit Internet service we provide, and we’re looking to grow our team with people who are just as passionate about providing an amazing customer experience and building an amazingly fast network.

Experiential Learning Program Details

SchoolUniversity of Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business
Engagement Format -
CourseSPRING 2021 INTERTERM
Level
  • All Graduate
Students Enrolled120 enrolled, 3-5 students per team per project
Meeting Day & Time3/22-25/2021
Student Time Commitment30+ Hours Per Week
Company Time Commitment3-5 Hours
Duration0.43 Weeks

Program Timeline

Touchpoints & Assignments Due Date Type
Official Project Kickoff

Official Project Kickoff

Students kickoff projects virtually with industry partners
March 22nd, 2021 Event na
END OF DAY TEMPERATURE CHECK SURVEY (Day 1)

END OF DAY TEMPERATURE CHECK SURVEY (Day 1)

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March 22nd, 2021 Event na
END OF DAY TEMPERATURE CHECK SURVEY (Day 2)

END OF DAY TEMPERATURE CHECK SURVEY (Day 2)

Please take a moment to let us know how it's going! / link /
March 23rd, 2021 Event na
Official Project End

Official Project End

Students present their final deliverable, and you close out the project by evaluating students and conducting a debrief.
March 25th, 2021 Event na
UPLOAD FINAL DELIVERABLE UPLOAD FINAL DELIVERABLE
Each team must upload their final deliverable by EOD
March 26th, 2021 Submission Required submission-required
End of Project PEER Evaluation

End of Project PEER Evaluation

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March 26th, 2021 Event na
End of Project SELF Evaluation

End of Project SELF Evaluation

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March 26th, 2021 Event na

Key Project Milestones

  • March 23, 2021 - Competitor Analysis

    • Focus on two of Greenlight’s top competitors relative to the products/services offered.
    • What are their product offerings and pricing? What pricing strategies do they utilize?
    • Who are their target customers?
    • What channels do they use to reach customers?
    • How do they market their comparable services/products? What is their messaging?
    • How do customers perceive Greenlight’s competitor’s product design, quality, and price?
    • What are the strengths of Greenlight’s competitors’ products/services?
    • What are the weaknesses or limitations of Greenlight’s competitors’ products/services?

    Suggested Deliverable:

    Competitor Analysis Report/Matrix

  • March 24, 2021 - Industry Technology Trends Analysis & Outlook

    • What are the new and upcoming technologies in the wifi/cellular/internet space that would affect Greenlight’s service (e.g. IoT)? How soon are these technologies likely to impact the industry?
    • How do these match consumer wants and needs?
    • How are other competitors incorporating these new technologies?
    • In addition to direct competitors, are there other companies positioning to offer new technologies that could become a threat/competitor?
    • How could Greenlight take advantage of or adapt to current and emerging technologies?

    Suggested Deliverable:

    Industry Technology Trends Analysis & Outlook Report/Slideshow & Presentation

  • March 25, 2021 - Make recommendation for Greenlight Network to strengthen its portfolio based upon the pricing, competitor, and technology outlook analyses

    • How is Greenlight differentiated from competitors/other providers? How can Greenlight  leverage and communicate these strengths in their marketing campaigns?
    • What are your recommendations to Greenlight for a cost-effective and competitive pricing strategy?
    • How can Greenlight capitalize on consumer demands, product and service gaps, and upcoming technologies to be competitive in the market and effectively position itself for growth?

    Suggested Deliverable:

    Report/Slideshow and Presentation

Project Resources

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Industry Mentors

Company Admin

 

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Academic Mentors

Instructor

Alice Obermiller

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Instructor

 

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Assigned Students

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