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Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. Business Reports

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. Overview

Address

4101 Washington Ave. Newport News, 
VA 23607 United States
Phone: 757-380-2000
Fax:757-380-4713

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. Rankings

S&P 400

Company Description

For 40 years Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) -- formerly Newport News and Ship Systems and most recently a Northrop Grumman sector -- has been the sole builder of the US Navy's nuclear aircraft carriers. Rivaling nuclear submarine builder General Dynamics, HII is the largest naval shipbuilder in the world; it also maintains, refuels, and repairs nuclear aircraft carriers and submarines. In addition, HII supplies expeditionary warfare ships, surface combatants, submarines, commercial oil hull tankers, and Coast Guard surface ships, as well as provides aftermarket fleet support. Almost off its offerings are sold to the US government. Northrop Grumman spun off its shipbuilding sector in spring 2011.

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. Company Profile Report

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Sections Included in Report

  • Company Overview
  • Company Description
  • People
  • Biographies
  • Historical Events
  • Industry Information
  • Financial Summary
  • Historical Financials
  • Competitors List

    Company Profile Report Highlights

    • Company Description

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    • Industry Information

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    • Biographies

      Learn the background and technology interests of the company's executives, to better understand possible growth directions.
    • Company History

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    • Key People

      Uncover the roles and responsibilities of the management team and identify the correct decision maker, so you are sure to talk to the right contact.
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    Overview

    The US electronic equipment repair services industry includes about 13,000 establishments (single-location companies or units of multi-location companies) with combined annual revenue of $19 billion. No major companies dominate the industry.

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      Overview

      The US engineering services industry includes about 60,000 companies with combined annual revenue of about $255 billion. Major companies include URS, Jacobs Engineering, and the engineering divisions of large construction companies such as Fluor and Bechtel. The industry is highly fragmented: the 50 largest firms account for about 35 percent of industry revenue.

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      Sample Questions & Answers

      How does the firm adapt to cyclical demand?

      Demand in major engineering fields such as construction and industrial process design depends heavily on the health of the US economy. During economic slowdowns, engineering firms are disproportionately hurt. For example, during the late 2000s...

       

      How accurately does the firm estimate costs?

      Project cost overruns are a primary cause of financial distress for engineering companies. Some firms have incurred heavy losses from underestimating costs, forcing them to divest business units or file for bankruptcy. In addition to paying for cost...

       

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        Overview

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        Sample Questions & Answers

        How do fluctuations in business and tourist travel impact the company's profitability?

        Demand for aviation services is tied to business and tourist travel, which decline when the economy slows. In the late 2000s recession, many airlines reduced the number of flights. Service companies must be able to endure cyclical economic periods of...

         

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          Overview

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          Sample Questions & Answers

          How does the company mitigate the unpredictable nature of defense contracts?

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          How does the company manage rising material costs?

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          • Call Preparation Questions
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              Engage your prospects with solution selling that makes their life easier by first understanding their pain points.
            • Executive Insight

              Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.
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            Overview

            The US professional services industry includes about 770,000 firms with combined annual revenue of more than $1 trillion. Major firms include Booz Allen Hamilton, Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC), Gensler, IBM, Jacobs Engineering Group, Omnicom, PricewaterhouseCoopers, and Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom. The industry is highly fragmented: the 50 largest firms account for less than 20 percent of revenue.

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            Sample Questions & Answers

            How does the firm adapt to lower demand during economic slowdowns?

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            How does the firm mitigate the risk that customers will sue?

            Because of the greater involvement of professional firms in the operations of corporate customers, firms face greater risk of blame or liability if their advice proves faulty. Customers are quicker to blame advisers, and regulators are more likely to...

             

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            General Report Description

            Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

             

            Sections Included in Report

            • Industry Overview
            • Quarterly Industry Update
            • Business Challenges
            • Trends and Opportunities
            • Call Preparation Questions
            • Financial Information
            • Industry Forecast
            • Website and Media Links
            • Glossary of Acronyms

              Industry Report Highlights:

              • Recent Developments

                Stay up to date on crucial industry news that may affect your strategy.
              • Trends & Opportunities

                Identify avenues for expansion and get prospects thinking about growth opportunities that justify investing in your product.
              • Call Preparation Questions

                Gain instant rapport with prospects during your sales calls using done-for-you call preparation questions.
              • Industry Forecast

                Identify growth and integrate projections in your own business planning.
              • Business Challenges

                Engage your prospects with solution selling that makes their life easier by first understanding their pain points.
              • Executive Insight

                Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.
              • Financial Information

                Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.
              • Web Links & Acronyms

                Speak the Prospect's language by demonstrating an understanding of industry trade associations and jargon.

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