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Abstract Online shopping becomes increasingly important for modern businesses, and there is a lack of research on the topic, which is why the present dissertation is dedicated to an analysis of the relationships between online shopping applications and impulse buying. To investigate the two phenomena, a mixed-methods study was designed....
Change Proposal It should be noted that the peer review process is quite a complex procedure; therefore, the entire project should be rechecked before it is submitted to the stakeholders. However, the elements of the proposal that require a detailed feedback are the methods and procedures, the potential limitations, and...
Introduction Many companies implement various strategies that are geared towards boosting their success. For instance, some engage in establishing a culture or an atmosphere that is in tandem with their mission and vision while others emphasize the need for engaging their workers who are regarded as crucial assets that have...
Executive Summary Segmentation, targeting, and positioning model have been widely used within different industries by diverse companies. Irrespective of their features, companies manage to promote their products effectively due to the flexibility and comprehensiveness of the model. The framework is characterized by helpful details that are relevant in the modern...
Introduction Royal Automotive is an automotive company that transacts between new cars from the industries as well as used cars from the consumers. The management in the company ensures that customers obtain a used car by undertaking an uncomplicated process. In doing so, the company management has gained a high...
Summary: Firstly, it could be said Activity-Based Planning was regarded as the most efficient approach while comparing it to Traditional Costing, as it covers the generation of prices from dissimilar angles, eliminates the formation of unrealistic prices, and has the implications in different spheres (Yanpirat and Maneewan n. pag.). Nonetheless,...
Introduction Organizations expect their senior managers to be effective leaders and invest heavily in specialized leadership programs. Based on this view, it is evident that managers can be trained to be leaders. Management and leadership are two distinct aspects of an organization, but an individual can be both a leader...
Introduction Sensitivity analysis and linear programming are important statistical tools of analysis when faced with the challenge of making a decision against series of constraints in business. As referred to as linear optimization, linear programming is applied in attempting to get the best outcome from series of other outcomes with...
Executive Summary Cancer is one of the deadliest diseases in the world. It has a very high mortality rate; over 7 million people die from cancer every year (WHO). The only treatment for cancer is chemotherapy, but it is a dangerous process that has a low success rate in the...
Introduction This research paper will use the PESTEL analysis to study the factors that impact the PC industry. The paper will also include weakness and strengths that affect the industry and some opportunities for its growth in the next five years. PESTEL analysis has been used by many international industries...
The Elements of an Effective Cause Marketing Campaign The first article under discussion is written by Panepinto, and it is dedicated to the issues related to the efficient implementation of a cause campaign. Firstly, it is essential to notice the immense importance of cause campaigns since they can be a...
Because contemporary economic conditions are so unstable, self-employed individuals will need to develop some new competencies. A better understanding of the economics of their own transactions, planning for jobs in advance, and shifting their interests in accordance with a truly global marketplace, are all necessary for freelance writers. Freelancers have...
Regulatory Requirements Enron’s Scandal Factors Members of the Boards of Directors it is prohibited to extend loans to subsidiary companies (Neblett, 2003); auditing financial statements should be performed by the audit committee under a company’s board of directors (or by the board of directors itself); audit committee members of the...
Partnership Formation A partnership is formed between two or more individuals who enter a contract to invest in a business and share its responsibilities. There are different forms of partnership, and it is not always necessary that all partners provide finance for the company. Moreover, it is not essential that...
Communication Piece – Internal Security Change Message In today’s world, security is one of the primary concerns for large organizations, and Marriott Hotels are no exception. At Marriott, we believe that our most critical goal is to ensure that customers can experience the high quality of service in our properties...
Introduction The role of organisational work as it is conducted in various modern companies is primarily determined by the qualifications of the employees performing specific duties. Where assessing the quality of human resources is concerned, an essential role is played by the HR manager, whose tasks are to instruct staff...
Introduction The strategic change initiative is an important part of the strategic change as the aspect that influences the whole organization and all employees. The first step in implementing strategic change is usually called ‘strategic change initiative’ (Anderson, 2003, p. 89). As it is impossible to start without knowing what...
Introduction Organisations are entities whose functionality depends on their constituents such as individual employees, departments, units and policies. There is a need to develop policies in a system that ensures harmony and a fair interaction of the constituents. The manner, in which the organisational resources are shared in the departments...
The personality of Ann Fudge can be analyzed by using the Five-Factor Model (FFM) that is often used to describe the behavior of an individual. First of all, one can say that she is open to new experiences and ideas. This is one of the reasons why she pays attention...
Introduction Ethical issues are a common challenge related to entrepreneurial practice. They are especially significant during the initial stages of business development or when activities are connected to financial matters. This paper will address one of these problems – dividing ownership shares. The focus will be made on the role...
Ethical Analysis Friendly Digits is currently facing two ethical dilemmas, which are fraud and dishonesty. In this case, the frameworks of consequence, rights, character, and pragmatism are the key pillars that are used to analyze the above dilemmas. Based on the Badaracco ethical analysis, there are two options in handling...
Introduction The terms “logistics alliances”, “logistics outsourcing”, “contract distribution”, and “third party logistics” are used interchangeably. According to Coltman, Devinney, and Keating (2010), third party logistics refers to “organizational practice of contracting-out part of or all logistic activities that were previously performed in-house” (p. 141). It entails the provision of...
The United States (US) has a long history of promoting and enhancing structural factors which prevent individuals from diverse backgrounds from rising the socioeconomic ladder. Socioeconomic mobility defines the concept of how individuals move from one social or economic class to another. This positional shift is influenced by job changes,...
Strength-based leadership is integral in improving organizational productivity because it focuses on leveraging employee strengths for organizational development (Kanefield, 2011). At the same time, it focuses on harnessing employee strengths to enhance workplace dynamics (Lussier & Hendon, 2016). My key strengths as a leader include patience and strategic thinking. These...
Leadership is an ever-changing concept that evolves in accordance with social, cultural, and market changes and trends. For this reason, each historical period is associated with its own understanding of qualities that every excellent leader should posses. The Leader Mindset Profile model captures this constantly evolving nature of leadership and...
Introduction Management of an evolving company is a complex process that demands multiple competencies and skills from leaders responsible for the creation of an appropriate strategy, and its integration with the existing environment. The sophistication of the issue comes from the fact that elaboration of an effective approach demands consideration...
Social, Legal, and Ethical Ramifications of Social Technologies in the Workplace The use of social technologies in the healthcare environment is a relatively new area of nursing management. Therefore, it is difficult to establish the social, legal, and ethical implications of the same. However, some studies have tried to explore...
Introduction A leader of an organization can take advantage of various tools that help develop a proper strategy for the firm’s further development. In the modern world, new business models and revolutionary industries emerge providing many challenges for executives. Systems theory allows one to observe an organization and identify internal...
Introduction In any business undertaking, selection of a good project is a vital step towards success. Many firms make big losses as a result of investing in projects that are not viable. In this regard, it is advisable that before any project is pursued, proper evaluation is done to ensure...
Organizational Background The Oman Aluminum Processing Industries LLC (OAPIL) is currently the market leader in manufacturing aluminum conductors and rod in Oman. Founded in the year 2008, the company has experienced steadfast growth as a major player in Oman’s industrialization. Despite having been in the market for less than ten...
Introduction The International Business Times (2010) and Scuffham (2010), rate Thomas cook as “Europe’s second biggest travel firm”.Thomas cook travel company was established in 2007 and it has its headquarters in Peterborough, England. It was formed after the merger between Thomas Cook AG and My Travel Group Incorporated. The company...
Executive Summary The focus of this paper was to investigate the impact of Saudi national culture on corporate culture. The case study focused on Novartis Corporation. The national culture in Saudi Arabia is unique and significantly different from that of many western nations. Being the origin of Islam, society is...
Can you give an example of behavior that is legal but unethical? Could you imagine a situation that would find you engaging in such unethical behavior? One of the examples of behavior that is legal but unethical is the engagement of large western brands in the cooperation with suppliers or...
Introduction to Value Chain Analysis Founded in the year 1999, the Granite City Food & Brewery has grown into a fully-fledged company t6hat has more than 34 restaurants spread across 14 states across the US. The company was launched as a medium business in the region of St. Cloud and...
Introduction Daniel Majors is facing major challenges at City Square Financial: the death of a CEO, an untimely promotion, low employee morale, bad press, poor financial performance, and strained relationships between him and senior executives. The situation is dire because, without prompt mitigation, it could cause financial doom. The most...
Waste Management Company Operations Sanergy Waste Management Company bills over 10,000 corporate and individual customers in the city it is located. The company utilizes various methods to track its waste bins and trucks as they transport and deposit materials at various designated locations. To manage their inventory and keep track...
Analysis Millennials comprise one of the consumer bases that car manufacturers are yet to understand and exploit. In spite of many millennials getting well-paying jobs, they are reluctant to securing driving licenses, leave alone purchasing cars. In the past, most people, particularly Baby Boomers viewed owning a car as a...
Introduction Today, the environment in which public organizations exist is rather competitive, but each company is willing to achieve success. Trying to enhance organizational effectiveness, they recruit talented personnel that should be directed towards task fulfillment. This aim can be reached only if an organization has strong and positive relations...
Based in Seattle, Starbucks Corporation specializes in a variety of hot and cold beverages, as well as in coffee equipment and accessories. The company opened its first branch at Pike place Market in 1971. Currently, the corporation includes over eight thousand retail branches throughout the globe, with every store having...
Summary Empress Luxury Lines has been grappling with economic constraints that hit the company since 1990. Predicting lucrative opportunities due to economic growth, the company ordered more fleet of ships hoping to pay them in due course. Unfortunately, stock markets grumbled down during the 1990s, September 11, 2001 terror attacks,...
Introduction Problem Statement The business presented in the case study is a brick-and-mortar business, i.e., one that has a physical building (e.g., a store) and performs face-to-face marketing (compared to e-commerce where there is often no physical building). The business has a website that does not provide opportunities for online...
This paper is dedicated to the study of the target market for a new pet food brand called Nature’s Best, which is soon launching on the market. This brand’s high quality and focus on natural ingredients will soon make it the favorite dish of every pet. In general, an audience-focused...
Scenario Description For this scenario, I will assume the role of a manager for a stone masonry contractor. With the assistance of worker representatives, my task is to carry out a general risk assessment connected to standard masonry techniques and procedures. The purpose of this assessment is to demonstrate the...
Relation to previous research Numerous studies have been conducted to demonstrate how work-life balance influences employee performance. However, little research exists to demonstrate how HR managers may use the work-life balance to develop an effective organizational culture that will bring competitive efficiencies to the organization. There is some empirical evidence...
Exploring Leadership Opportunities Being a leader is a challenging yet attainable goal. Although it used to be believed that being a leader requires a set of intrinsic abilities that are inherent and, therefore, cannot be trained, recent studies prove that the ability to lead, in fact, can be taught and...
Executive Summary The purpose of the critical analysis was to identify a broader significance of marketing practices researched in the article “Customer Perception Towards Effectiveness of Floor Advertisements in Organized Retail,” by Shrivastava, Saini, and Pinto (2014). To achieve this goal, the evaluation commenced with a detailed description of various...
Introduction Advisory services provided by a company encompass a broad range of services that business consultants offer. Such services include advice on the formation of capital, the management of financial assets or cash flow, the integration of successful business strategies, and so on. An advisory company may assist its clients...
Introduction When we describe motivation, we frequently denote “why do a group of individuals behave in a certain way, or how would it be possible to influence them to behave in a different or more specific way? There are in existence various attestations from the field of behavioral sciences, often...
The influence of trade unions in Australia is significant. Among the largest and oldest trade unions in the country are such labor organizations as the Teachers’ Federation, the Australian Workers’ Union, and others. These trade unions conduct joint actions that sometimes result in clashes with government officials, but in general...
The effective management of an organization’s macro-processes goes a long way in determining its success. The notable macro-processes that an organization needs to take into consideration include customer relationship management, internal supply chain management, and supplier relationship management. Each of these three macro-processes is important to businesses since they facilitate...
Abstract Business ethics take different forms and are applied at all levels and stages of its operation and management. The society expects corporations to adhere to a set of norms and rules for them to sustain their competitive advantages. In other words, corporations are expected to comprehensively practice corporate social...
Executive Summary Dubai Television Matrix is an entertainment company that consists of a network of television services that provide online on-demand access to television content in Dubai, both domestic and foreign. Dubai Television Matrix is located in Dubai. The company was established in 2016. It currently aims to expand its...
Tanglewood’s staffing practices have been rather stable for years, and many stores in the state of Washington have been operating without any problems for quite a while. Since Tanglewood uses the resources of its internal labor market to fill in the openings, a certain percentage of the jobs will become...
Problem Description Introduction The selected organization for this case operates within the public service sector. The firm has been performing dismally within the past two years. The leaders at the firm have taken long to understand the reason why the quality of services has been declining. The leaders in the...
Executive Summary SEC Adventures is a start-up company that will compete in the adventure tourism industry. In the present business climate, the industry’s leader, Mountain Travel Sobek, or MTS is the benchmark when it comes to business operations. However, SEC Adventures sees opportunities in niche marketing, specifically with focused target...
Introduction An ethical decision generally means choosing between the right and wrong, and eventually, having weighed everything, the CEO is expected to do what is deemed right and in the company’s interests. However, the decision that is taken by the CEO should be in line with major stakeholders meaning they...
The pros and cons of the current highway funding structure Highway Trust Fund is the organization through which the government of the United States provides financing to the highways. Over the last few years, the fund failed to keep its balance positive and the Congress passed the bill that authorized...
How far should Courtney and Carter Reum go in their efforts to be “green”? Going green is one of the most effective strategies that organizations use to gain a competitive edge. It involves using energy, water, and other resources efficiently, with the aim of reducing the impact of organizations’ operations...
Introduction In modern days, digital marketing is a widespread and all-encompassing area of advertising. Most companies use digital space at least in some capacity. As such, it is a subject of intensive study, as marketers strive to understand what attracts more customers and how to improve on the already existing...
Introduction As the analysis of the root causes affecting the quality assurance processes at Sikorsky Aircraft has shown, there are six primary issues that need to be addressed (Kubiak & Benbow, 2009a). These include defining the approach toward the decision-making process and the problem-solving one, locating the means of enhancing...
Introduction In emerging markets, Etisalat Group is recognized as one of the leading telecom providers in the world. Moreover, Etisalat is known to be among the telecom groups with the highest level of profit. To be more precise, the current cap market of Etisalat is about 42 billion dollars (which...
Executive Summary In today’s competitive market, each company endeavors to gain advantages over its contenders. Managing human resources and work environment is paramount to enhancing efficiency and performance. To embark on the issue of fostering creativity and innovation in the workplace, one should consider the key determinants of a supportive...
Introduction Promoting employee engagement and performance improvement is an essential step toward succeeding in the environment of the global market. For this purpose, an efficient leadership strategy must be applied, and the appropriate values must be promoted to the employees. Furthermore, it is crucial to understand that the elements of...
Introduction Reverse logistics managers and strategic planners possess informational needs that should be satisfied to ensure the success of processes (Karim, 2011). Currently, several information systems (IS) exist that help inform their decisions, including the Executive Information System (EIS) used by executives to access timely, meaningful, and relevant strategic information...
The choice of the strategy for risk management is one of the essential steps that a bank must make in order to excel in the target environment. Hedging, in its turn, has been viewed as a tool for managing the financial risks that may emerge in the process of managing...
Marketing has a broad range of activities. Promotion being one of the marketing mixes deals with the exposure of a product or service to the market. The promotional approach would enhance the use of promotion mix to try to sell the Rengo Real Estate Project. Purpose Description Real Estate has...
Introduction Evidently enough, the development of contemporary technologies continues to have a vast impact on nearly every sphere of the life of modern society. Throughout the world, the use of mobile services and the Internet is steadily increasing, which implies the extension of opportunities for the development of various business...
Executive Summary This article is ideal in comprehending the impact of customer perception towards floor ads in retail stores in Oman. The conceptual framework and quantitative research design used in this article are appropriate and present relevant results. The findings are consistent with the literature review. In general, the article...
Introduction Proactiv brand dates back to the 90s when it was launched by Doctors Rodan and Fields and first surfed the acne treatment market. The treatments’ active ingredient is benzoyl peroxide which can be suitable for some and cause allergy in others. But, apart from the product quality, Proactiv’s advertising...
The modern business world can be characterized by a considerable focus on corporate social responsibility (CSR). Companies cannot simply make money as they are expected to contribute to the development of the society (Postrel, 2017). Moreover, paying money is already insufficient as corporate citizens are encouraged to invest their “time,...
Background Meeting the needs of employees and maintaining their engagement levels high is a crucial step toward improving the overall performance quality within an organization. In the case under analysis, the threat to the retirement plan can be viewed as a significant obstacle on the way to building trust-based relationships...
Abstract The purpose of this study was to evaluate the role of strategic planning, management, and leadership in enhancing Total Quality Management (TQM) and customer satisfaction at the Apple Company. Total Quality Management (TQM) refers to the systematic method, policies, and procedures used to ensure that goods and services are...
Problem Identification The problem facing Ciputra group seems to be in succession planning. Specifically, there is a risk that should the current CEO – Mr. Ciputra, retire, the group’s leadership will be in disarray especially since all the four children have an equal shareholding in the company. Additionally, they all...
The business writing style is an important aspect of communications among stakeholders of one company. It is predominately used by managers or people in the head of an organization to deliver various messages to their auxiliaries. The following paper is intended to analyze and critique an inappropriate example of a...
Executive Summary Al Ghandi Auto Group holds a leading position in the UAE automotive market. In existence for more than 50 years, the company has established itself as a reliable brand that provides the highest-quality service, the best customer care, and the best overall value for money spent. The company’s...
Supply chain is a necessary part of any kind of business. It is of high importance for the business and carries a number of benefits if it is properly managed. Supply chain management is capable to providing a business with competitive advantage is a number of aspects such as time,...
The Coca-Cola Company is one of the brightest examples of cultural diversity, as this corporation works, operates, and signs contracts with people of various ethnic backgrounds. Perhaps, this factor remains one of the most important reasons for their success in the global market. Moreover, Coca-Cola always develops and supports the...
The task environment in terms of customers, competitors, suppliers and the labor market NMC Healthcare is a health service provider that runs a group of private hospitals in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). It is the leading healthcare provider that has expanded to reach a total of 17 countries. In...
Major Facts John Lewis Partnership is one of the leading UK retailers with 28 department stores, 234 Waitrose supermarkets, and other businesses (Mangan & Lalwani, 2016). The company’s stores stock over 350,000 goods lines. The retailer’s growth led to the development and introduction of the so-called SANDC (Semi-Automated National Distribution...
Event of resistance One of the notable events of resistance during the Four Season’s takeover in Paris is evidenced by the perception of the selected expatriates in its new property in the country. Some of the managers that were chosen to work in Paris understood the cultural differences between the...
Introduction The focus on business and the associated growth in revenues could be considered major concerns of the modern world. To become successful, a company should be ready to obtain a significant competitive advantage and assure that its rivals will not be able to attain the same level of success...
Corporation Interim Reporting Interim reporting refers to “the reporting of the financial results of a period which is shorter than a full financial year” (“IAS 34 — Interim Financial Reporting,” 2019). The interim reporting by publicly listed companies involves the preparation of financial statements including balance sheet, cash flow statement,...
Executive Summary The Girlfunk Jewelry is a business that will specialize in the avant-garde line of sustainable jewelry targeting the celebrity customer segment. The business is based online and will have a strategic e-commerce platform for ordering handmade jewelry designs, which incorporate retro junk into high fashion futuristic funk. The...
Business organizations implement powerful models and structures to produce superior services or products and market them successfully to their customers. Many people admire companies whose procedures, practices, and initiatives add value to them. Leaders and managers should also consider or pursue evidence-based strategies that have the potential to drive performance...
Executive Summary The study tends to determine the relationship between employees’ satisfaction and empowerment, compensation, and career development, taking ADNOC as the case. Both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection were applied. Besides, the literature review, a survey was conducted among thirty participants to determine the correlation between the...
Introduction According to Weatherly & Otter (2008), business ethics can be defined as a form of applied ethics that deal with the moral and ethical issues arising in the course of business. Business ethics encompasses all business areas that relate to the conduct of an individual and the organization as...
This Google organizational culture case study analyzes the Google business culture from the management theory perspective. It considers the company’s corporate values and their benefits and problems. What is Google’s organizational culture? As this analysis shows, it focuses on a comfortable working environment and employee reward and recognition. This essay...
Theories Based on the iSixSigma framework, the phenomenon of changes in the quality of products released by Sikorsky Aircraft can be explained by considering the array of factors affecting the quality assessment (QA) process through the prism of the following equation: , where “Y” is the phenomenon analyzed and “x(s)”...
Abstract Employers are increasingly becoming aware of the benefits of having a diverse workforce. As a result, the modern workplace is rapidly becoming diverse in terms of age. The situation presents both benefits and challenges to the employers. Among the most profound challenges that emerge from an age-diverse workplace is...
Executive Summary Roche Diagnostics Middle East experiences issues with creativity, which could be caused by organizational barriers to innovation. The present report applies the interactionalist model of creativity and innovation to identify and explain organizational creativity setbacks. Based on the analysis, the paper also provides four recommendations for improvement. The...
Intro E-commerce is becoming more and more popular. According to the latest surveys, average European spends around 1200 euros a year purchasing items and goods from the Internet. For Americans, that amount equals to circa 1810 dollars a year (How much online shoppers around the world are spending? 2015). As...
Accrual accounting and cash accounting play an important role in organizational financial management. In accrual accounting, the results of transactions and other processes are recognized upon their occurrence (Zelman, McCue, & Glick, 2009). It implies that costs are conformed with received incomes (e.g., the cost of goods is written off...
Introduction To make elaborate management decisions, there is a need for organizations to analyze large volumes of information and be able to quickly assess the state of the organization in various aspects. In this connection, performance management serves as a beneficial tool to ensure an appropriate developmental direction. Performance management...
As stated in the ISO 26000 guidelines, when enterprises act in an ethical and fair way, they contribute to the development of social welfare. Ethical conduct implies fair recruitment and HR activities, implementation of green technologies, charity, consideration of needs and interests of diverse stakeholders. By following the principles of...
In contemporary societies, people and businesses make decisions frequently. Notably, in business entities, decisions need careful scrutiny and assessment so that the outcome is not detrimental to growth and revenues. Due to the seriousness of the impact that business decisions have on organizational progress, it is important for them to...
It is worth noting that any company should deliver reliable information and provide quality services to its clients and partners. Fundamental ethical principles in accounting are confidentiality, provision of services following technical standards, honesty, and transparency. Careless attitude to the performance of duties and errors or misrepresentation of data in...
Introduction It is evident that any company or brand, which strives to be successful in the contemporary market, has to apply a profound theoretical framework to its marketing practice. The development of strategic marketing theories has a relatively long history: numerous scientists contributed to it by the elaboration of fundamental...
Introduction The process of hiring and managing staff for a construction site includes many details that should not be overlooked by the project manager. Although one’s decision to hire subcontractors offers the supervisor an opportunity to employ workers with specific knowledge and skills and reduce possible expenses, some procedures should...
The Ocado Internet shop offers online grocery store experience for people living in the UK territory. Ocado was established in the UK over 16 years ago, and it is now serving over 580 000 customers in the country (Ocado Group 2017). The entire shopping process is conducted online, and Ocado...
Importance of Segmentation, Targeting, and Positioning Segmentation, targeting, positioning, also known as STP, is an important concept of marketing. This concept implies dividing customers into groups with distinct characteristics, targeting the most lucrative segments, and creating unique value propositions for those chosen segments (Gengler & Mulvey 2017). Organizations must find...
Introduction This paper assesses the suitability of Australia as a host country of the headquarters of an American transnational firm, Keystone, operating in the automobile industry. High labor costs and perceived political uncertainty in the US informed the decision to relocate overseas. In this assessment, the SWOT framework is used...
Introduction Consumer behavior can be defined with reference to consumers’ choices, their reactions, and created purchasing trends. This factor influences the development of retailer behavior to promote a certain product (Kardes, Cronley, & Cline, 2014). In this context, Apple stores and Microsoft stores are examples of settings with reference to...
Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. is the largest electricity supplier in the state. The company employs thousands of workers and serves the local community by providing employment opportunities and the sustainable energy needed to foster the islands’ growth and welfare. We strongly support H.B. No. 1727, Relating to Labor, which aims...
Equal Justice Initiative was established in 1989 as a non-profit-making organization that focuses on providing legal representation to prisoners wrongfully convicted of various crimes (Stevenson, 2015). The founder, Bryan Stevenson, was concerned about the growing number of innocent individuals incarcerated because of their inability to hire competent lawyers who could...
Introduction The manufacturing business environment has undergone considerable evolution over the years. The transformations have been spurred by different causes. Technological development is one of the critical forces that have changed the industry significantly. Manufacturing firms are progressively integrating different computing technologies in the quest to achieve efficiency in their...
Introduction The introduction of social protection can be regarded as one of the most important milestones in the history of humanity. People earned their right to safe working places, proper conditions, relative employment certainty, and so forth (Yeh & Shi, 2013). Countries have different social protection systems that have been...
As the CEO of the Cashflow Technologies Company, Robert Kiyosaki implemented strategic task orientation leadership skills on organization task management level to encompass actual and expected outcome of sustainable performance. Through designing personal task management model levels, his task orientation module remained active in developing dependence of interest attached to...
Evaluating Mathias DöPfner’s Strategic Leadership Mathias DöPfner showed exceptional strategic leadership skills in spearheading the digital transformation of Axel Springer. As discussed in the case study, he faced numerous challenges both internally and externally but still managed to execute various innovative plans effectively. It is because of the strategies he...
General description of the Marking Information System Title Marking Information System (MIS) General description The purpose of the MIS or Marking Information System is to help the firm to extract data specifications from the databases. For example, customer managers can create lists of customers giving preference to certain kinds of...
Description of the Chosen Framework The ethical framework for making business decisions that I have developed for this task is based on two theories: the utilitarian theory and the rights theory. The utilitarian theory was first introduced by Epicurus of Samos, who claimed that the best and most ethical way...
Analysis – Business Process Models and Strategy Analysis Two Business Process Models A standard business modelling notation provides an opportunity to develop business process models that can be understood by all people who work in this sphere regardless of their location and personal characteristics. It also allows bridging the gap,...
Executive Summary The aim of this paper is to assess the options of operating business within an emerging economy; in order to do so; the paper will focus on the steel industry of China and the aspects of market entry by Voestalpine Group, an Austria-based business. To carry out a...
Introduction In order to lead a firm to success, much attention should be paid to the position and responsibilities of a manager. In this context, a manager is a person who is responsible for organizing resources and activities according to a firm’s strategy and goals, and the purpose is to...
Introduction SWOT analysis is utilized in the identification and categorization of internal and external factors that impact the performance of a business organization. Internal factors are the strengths and weaknesses of business while external factors are opportunities and threats that characterize an organization. Organizations could have control over internal factors,...
Introduction Organisational and personal leadership mindsets are significant pillars for determining the level of effectiveness in decision-making. The Hoffmann-La Roche is a subsidiary of the Swizz-based Roche Holding AG and operates under the agency of National Pharmacy L.L.C. As a successful healthcare-based company, the subsidiary in Oman has employees who...
There are many options for human resource managers to find skilled employees. However, some methods of recruitment prove more efficient than others. For example, when hiring a customer service assistant, it is important for an HR manager to consider a specific set of qualities for a future worker and choose...
Executive Summary This report was focused on utilising innovation and creativity theoretical models to improve the work environment at the National Pharmacy L.L.C. The motivational and creativity problems identified include inconsistency in task allocation, an informal approach to balancing competing needs and a lack of a structured creativity and motivation...
Abstract Purpose – This paper aims to critique the ISO 9001 standard and prove the idea that it remains the general guideline that can be adapted specifically to promote improved results. Design/methodology/approach – This qualitative research based on assessing the advantages and disadvantages of applying the ISO 9001 standard includes...
Executive Summary The aviation industry has experienced severe challenges since the global economic turmoil in 2008; however, the purpose of this report is to evaluate the financial ratios of Turkish Airlines and Oman Air to assess and compare the performances over a period of four years (from 2013 to 2016)....
Strategic sourcing is a procurement process that continuously improves and re-examines the buying activities of an organization. Strategic sourcing is the backbone of any organization functions. Strategic sourcing is important to a company because it determines its operations and overall profitability (Maromonte, 2008). Strategic sourcing is one of the major...
Company’s Assessment The analysis of the company using Seven Leadership Mindsets Theory (vMEME) helps to differentiate the existence of particular structures and systems that impact its work and to a certain degree precondition outcomes. The size and diversity of locations of the current business presuppose the existence of multiple leadership...
When preparing a new marketing strategy, it is crucial to determine the impact that it will have on a particular establishment. Due to the fact that St. Anthony’s Medical Center aims to revise its approach to the labor and delivery (L&D), it is necessary to review the financial resources that...
Introduction The market of Hi-Fi equipment comprises several sectors. They include media players, Blu-ray players, headphones, sound bars, speakers, and other products necessary for high-quality sound reproduction. The global Hi-Fi market has been experiencing an increase in recent years due to the development of wireless technologies. Taking into account geographic...
Many renowned companies and faith-based agencies have succeeded in their lines of business by upholding the concept of servant leadership. In addition to presenting this concept as a collective responsibility, servant-leaders acknowledge the need for prioritizing their followers’ demands and working closely with them to develop the underlying leadership potential...
Ever since the dawn of globalization and the emergence of large multinational corporations, leading companies and economists have been trying to find the golden formula of success – the perfect strategy template everyone should follow if they wish to achieve success in the international arena. The consensus on what is...
Introduction Situational leadership is an adaptive style of leadership that allows managers to make decisions based on what the organization needs in particular circumstances. According to the leadership theorist Ken Blanchard, “in the past, a leader was a boss. Today’s leaders can no longer lead solely based on positional power”...
Executive Summary The paper analyzes the possibilities of Dong Feng, the Chinese government-owned automobile corporation, to internationalize its business. The company’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats are mentioned in the beginning. The current economic situation overview is also included for a better understanding of the immediate possibilities of the development....
Introduction The organization selected for the discussion is a business consulting company that operates at the state level and plans to expand its services and the customer base. The vision of this company is used by its leaders to provide the background for developing business goals and strategies and corporate...
Introduction Employee evaluation is one of the most important functions of human resource management in an organization. The activity has a myriad range of benefits to an organization which are deemed important for success. For instance, the evaluation of employees not only enables an organization to enhance labor productivity but...
Introduction Job satisfaction involves the positive attitude an employee has towards his or her job. According to Schulze (2006), job satisfaction is pleasurable and positive emotional state that comes from the appraisal of an individual’s experience in place of work. Satisfied employees maintain a favorable environment for working. Job satisfaction...
Introduction One of the primary roles of the human resource management (HRM) function is to ensure that human assets are highly motivated to assume the required productivity levels. This role is actualized through the application of various motivational programs and ensuring that the management is always committed to enhancing the...
How would a manager use systematic thinking and intuitive thinking in problem-solving? In the process of problem-solving, managers may resort to two types of thinking: systematic and intuitive. Both of these approaches have their advantages and disadvantages that may have a profound impact on the success of the decisions made...
Is Communication Important in the Workplace Today? The success of any business is predetermined not only by the careful choice and implementation of market strategies, quality of products and services, or strong leadership but also by communication established among all people involved in it. Communication serves two major purposes: it...
Policy The purpose of the following policy is to provide care and support for one of the most vulnerable groups whereby enhancing their capacity for unassisted or semi-assisted living. The aim in terms of community is to develop a fully functional person who engages meaningfully in the life and activities...
Organizations that implement change successfully will record positive outcomes within a short period. Any form of transformation will present new ideas, practices, and initiatives that can deliver desirable results. The issue of proper leadership is critical since it supports the entire process. This paper describes some of the key aspects...
Abstract This paper discusses one of the key strategic elements of operations management, which is customer service. It focuses on the importance of paying enough attention to this concept for any organization, regardless of the industry in which it operates. The paper reveals how these actions affect a company and...
Marks & Spencer (M&S) is an international, multi-channel retailer specialised in food and fashion. Currently, food business accounts for 58 per cent of the enterprise’s total turnover, while clothes and home business – for 42 per cent (M&S 2016a). Quality and innovation are the core values incorporated into M&S organisational...
Introduction E-business is a key trend in the current system of management. This system has taken roots in the management inducing processes like Enterprise resource planning and client-server architecture (Chen, 2005:18). However, the adoption of electronic businesses in many companies faces criticism as it poses a risk to customers who...
Executive Summary Corporate social responsibility encourages organizations and investors to conduct their operations in a principled way. Thus, corporate social responsibility enhances the image and growth potentials of business investments. However, the term social responsibility portrays different meanings across borders. This paper seeks to discuss corporate social responsibility from the...
Explain the business opportunity in India Business opportunities in India are good considering the fact that India has a population of about 1.2 billion people. The luxurious living among Indians and their capital abilities provides a good domestic market for the companies and other businesses operating in the country. However,...
In contrast to the intercultural competence, the intercultural incompetence can be defined as managers and employees’ prejudiced behaviors, negative attitudes to representatives of different cultures, and stereotyping (Deardorff, 2009). If the intercultural competence is important to guarantee the mutual understanding, cooperation, and openness in the organization, the intercultural incompetence can...
Introduction Anthem is a company that provides insurance to people across the US. Similarly to other healthcare establishments, the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has affected its performance and revenue due to significant policy changes. The challenges that impact the healthcare industry present a need for a thorough examination of them...
Executive Summary Purchasing and buying equipment for a business is part of the primary capital budget expenditure, which affects the net profits. When deciding on whether to purchase or hire equipment, it is imperative to review the cash flows of each alternative to make a prudent option with optimal investment...
On the surface, alcohol might seem to be the easiest product to market since its audience develops an acquired taste, and customers’ purchasing ability is restricted mostly by age. However, as an overview of the history of alcohol marketing shows, the process of promoting the product has been fraught with...
Introduction Queuing for service checkouts is a common experience among all shoppers. To address this obstacle, organisations employ self-service checkout machines. Such machines are important during peak times. They provide customers with an opportunity to make choices about how they would like to complete shopping processes. They can choose to...
What explains PayPal’s early success? PayPal has been able to realize high profits and returns due to the excellent services that it has provided over the years. The over 28 million accounts active by 2006, and 100 million registered users have enabled the company to realize high returns in the...
Introduction The nature of the fast food industry has changed over the past few decades. However, it is important to note that globalization has only changed ‘some’ aspects of the fast food industry. For instance, the taste factor remains important to producers and consumers alike although the health factor is...
Size of the Market The MealBox vending machine provides food and drinks services. The size of the market is rather big, considering the type of product provided by the device. However, it is targeted to a small percentage of people, as it is situated on the student campus and will...
PepsiCo is one of the leading food and beverage companies in the US and the world as a whole. It is involved in the production and selling of eighteen brands of beverages and snack foods and makes close to $98 billion in retail sales. PepsiCo brands include Pepsi Cola, Quaker,...
Executive Summary Lenovo was able to build a major foundation for offering every customer with high-quality products that meet their expectations and standards. With a wide selection of products, the company should look into the establishment of stores in all parts of the world where there is a demand for...
