I need help in a project on 'case study on soft drinks' of about 30 pages . Please provide some websites details which can help me. It should include information abou history,nature of soft drinks, process of manufacturing and a casestudy on a particular softdrink brand
You may have to search and research, but once you learn some good sources and methods, you should have success. In addition to searching on the Internet, you also need to make best friends with the reference librarian(s) in your local or college library. Libraries these days subscribe to enormous research databases, and they are often usually more useful than Internet searches. Ask your librarian if you have access to EBSCOHost -- it has several databases within it, including a huge one for academic research, at least three for health sciences, one for military and government, and others.
For Internet searching:
http://hanlib.sou.edu/searchtools/
At this webpage, you can go immediately to the search sites (first three columns across the top) -- or even better you can scroll down until you see the section called HOW TO SEARCH THE INTERNET. Those are the links to start with. You'll not only learn how to come up with good search terms, but also how to evaluate the webpages you get as results. Some will be good and others will be garbage. You need to know how to tell the difference.
My favorite way to search is to use Google's advanced search page http://www.google.com/advanced_search?hl=en and put my search words or phrases into the first or second search box (either "all the words" or "exact phrase"). Another is to start out at http://scholar.google.com. However, there many other strategies for searching you can use, and the HOW TO SEARCH THE INTERNET section will help you best.
Learning to use Google or other search engines can save you time and help you learn to find information efficiently. Here are some websites that can teach you how:
http://www.lib.berkeley.edu/TeachingLib/Guides/Internet/FindInfo.html
http://hanlib.sou.edu/searchtools/searchtips.html
http://www.pandia.com/goalgetter/index.html
http://websearch.about.com/mbody.htm?once=true&COB=home&PM=112_100_T
... and one to help you judge whether a particular website's information is worth your time:
http://hanlib.sou.edu/searchtools/evaluate.html
To gather information for your project on a case study on soft drinks, you can start by conducting online research. There are various websites and online resources that can provide you with valuable information. Here are some suggestions:
1. Company websites: Visit the official websites of well-known soft drink companies such as Coca-Cola (www.coca-colacompany.com) and PepsiCo (www.pepsico.com). These websites typically provide information about the company's history, nature of their soft drinks, the manufacturing process, and often include case studies or reports.
2. Industry reports and publications: Explore industry reports and publications related to the soft drink industry. These sources often provide comprehensive insights into the history, nature, market trends, and manufacturing processes of soft drinks. Some widely recognized sources include:
- Beverage Industry Magazine (www.bevindustry.com)
- Statista (www.statista.com)
- MarketResearch.com (www.marketresearch.com)
3. Market research reports: Look for market research reports specifically focused on soft drinks. These reports can provide detailed analysis, market trends, consumer preferences, and case studies. Some well-known providers of market research reports include:
- Euromonitor International (www.euromonitor.com)
- IBISWorld (www.ibisworld.com)
- Mintel (www.mintel.com)
4. Scholarly articles and databases: Utilize academic databases like Google Scholar, JSTOR, or EBSCO to find scholarly articles and research papers related to soft drinks. These sources often provide in-depth analysis and case studies. Make sure to include keywords like "soft drinks," "manufacturing," and "case study" while conducting your search.
Remember, always cross-reference the information you find from different sources to ensure reliability and accuracy. Also, consider citing your sources properly to uphold academic integrity. Good luck with your project!