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Organizational structure refers to established formal relationships among various units of an organization. The purpose is to ensure that organizations get their work done. This is made possible by having some subdivisions in form of division of labor, which bring coherence within the whole organization. In the structure, each job...
Introduction Background Information The Abu Dhabi government established the Masdar Institute as an independent and non-profit research-driven graduate university in 2007. The entity is dedicated to the provision of higher education and research in advanced energy and sustainable technologies. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), through partnership initiatives, plays an...
Personal Leadership Development Plan: Essay Introduction Managerial leaders drive an organization with the kind of decision they make; the quality of decision creates a competitive advantage to a firm. Leaders have the role of implementing strategies, entrepreneurial and mandated with the role of creating a winning team. This paper is...
In this reflective report, I will outline and explore the experiences that I encountered during our team’s mock interview. Our team comprised of three members and each had the opportunity to be interviewed, interview another member, and be an observer. Additionally, I will examine how the experiences obtained from three...
Trends in the steel industry and its impact on Nucor’s strategy The current trends in the steel industry involve mergers and acquisitions. This is happening in the United States and other parts of the world. The rationale for the mergers can be attributed to the need for strong companies to...
Does the firm have resources (tangible/intangible) or capabilities that give it a competitive advantage? Microsoft is a company based in the US that manufactures and develops software products for the use of computers. Some of the software it develops includes; operating systems, server applications, business solution applications, information worker applications,...
Introduction Digital marketing has become a mainstay of the modern business environment. The capabilities offered by the rapidly developing information technology segment have contributed to the speed, effectiveness, and affordability of digital marketing strategies. As a result, it has become strongly associated with more efficient strategies, optimised resource allocation, increased...
Psychological factors According to Talloo (205), an individual’s purchasing decision is influenced by a number of psychological factors such as beliefs and attitudes, motivation, and perception. Another psychological element relates to the consumers’ tastes and preferences (Schroder 56). Additionally, the decision to purchase the energy drink is also influenced by...
Organization development is defined variously by different scholars. According to Brown (2010), it can be conceptualized as a planned and strategic move to enhance the efficiency of an entity. The aim of such undertakings is to help the organization attain its objectives. A number of factors affect the efficiency of...
Canada Goose marketing strategy is closely related to its advertising. This essay analyzes the luxury brand’s marketing plan and suggests some strategies regarding Canada Goose target market. Executive Summary Canada Goose is a large producer of premium-class winter, autumn, and springtime clothes in Canada. Its production facilities include eight manufacturing...
Introduction The computer and the internet are two of the most vital innovations of the 20th century. These technological developments changed the manner in which communication took place and presented numerous opportunities for businesses. One novel technology that exploits the internet ability of mobile devices is mobile commerce (m-commerce). The...
Inventory Plan Developing the inventory plan for the Martin-Pullin Bicycle Corporation will entail estimating the economic order quantity. In this case, the forecasted demand will be used in the model. The simple economic order quantity model ignores the swings in demand. In this model, the variation in demand is reviewed...
Definition and Applications PESTEL analysis is an audit tool used to gain an overview of external factors relevant to the organization’s functioning (CIPD, 2015). It consists of six key elements exploring political, economic, social, technological, environmental, and legal factors that have a possibility of influencing the organization’s efficiency and efficacy....
Background and Introduction Management problems involve decision making problems. Decisions are important tasks that all companies have to make. The premise that companies have to acquire, allocate, and control factors of production brings out the necessity for inventory management. Companies involve themselves in inventory management in order to hold inventories...
Introduction The aim of this strategic plan of Proctor & Gamble is to analyze the strategic corporate development history, strategic direction for the future, and the current strategic situation of the company. However, this paper will concentrate on the historical background and strategic decision for the last twenty-five years, present...
Executive Summary The report revolves around Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd. and the primary peculiarities of its functioning. Today, it is one of the most fast-growing companies that function in the sphere of telecommunications. The report provides the in-depth investigation of its financial performance, organizational structure, perspectives, integral strategy, marketing approach,...
Introduction The ethical decision-making process in business is associated with resolving ethical dilemmas; i.e., situations in which a choice needs to be made among several options, each of which is unethical in a way (Crane and Matten 7). In such situations, it is crucial for an organization to predict all...
Summary of the Ethical Dilemma that the Organization Experienced In February 2014, General Motors started recalling some of its car models made before 2007 because of their ignition switches which could abruptly shut off the car when one was driving and disable the car’s airbag, steering and brake wheels (Isidore...
Executive Summary The main objective of this report is to evaluate the competitive position of Coca-Cola. The models used for analysis include the Porter’s Five Forces, PEST analysis, and SWOT. The company experiences moderate pressure from the potential entrants because of the low switching costs. Although there are many substitute...
While exploring and trying to explain the role of leadership and performance management, Jamail (2012) offers a fascinating and insightful look as to what should be regarded as micromanagement and which one should not. From his point of view, micromanagement is a contextual issue—it should be defined or looked upon...
Introduction The business environment has become increasingly multifaceted and unpredictable because of the unremitting changes that affect every aspect of life. This situation has led to counterarguments concerning the relevance of school curriculums in terms of shaping business practices. Various management theories have been developed in an attempt to improve...
Abstract The paper provides an analysis of Alibaba Group’s relationships with external stakeholders in terms of legal aspects and possible ethical issues. The discussion of the impact of stakeholder perspectives on diversity is also presented in the paper. The analysis demonstrates that Alibaba Group pays much attention to aligning the...
The business goals and objectives of the company Goals describe a roadmap that helps a business to achieve its agenda. Objectives are the actions taken to achieve these goals. A business with clear goals and objectives has a guarantee of getting good returns and fulfilling customers’ needs. The goal of...
The WRSX group is an international integrated agency. The company has subsidiary agencies in New York, London, Paris, and Singapore (WRSX 2011). The main goal of the company is to make effective advertisement contents for customers and establish sustainable marketing relations. The company renders services in media, public relations, research,...
Abstract The reputation of a company determines, to a large extent, its profitability and consumer sentiment. Businesses that are alive to this fact tend to observe better care of how they are perceived. Those that fail to work on their image suffer terribly by registering lower sales and recording little,...
Introduction Seow (2014) is articulate about the fact that “running a café is no piece of cake.” The last five years have been characterized by a boom in the café business, with more than 350 new cafes, snack bars, and coffee houses opening up each year in Singapore. Unfortunately, around...
Brief History The first Starbucks’ coffee store was opened in 1971, and the company has chosen the Seattle’s Pike Place Market as a historic location (Schultz & Yang, 2012). Nonetheless, the idea of the creation of the original coffee place started in 1983, when Howard Schultz (the Chairman and the...
Executive Summary This report on Tata Motors Company was requested by the Corporate Head of Marketing for Tata Motors. The purpose of this report was to investigate whether or not there would be a market for their economy car, the Tata Nano, in Canada. Tata Nano has always been described...
Introduction Economists rate BP previously referred to as British Petroleum as the third-largest oil company in the world. Its locality in London. It merged with Amoco and changed its name to BP. It rebranded itself by creating a new logo, slogan, and tagline. However, the company was linked to a...
Toyota One of the world’s leading car producing companies, Toyota has been enjoying a worldwide success not only due to the quality of its products, but also because of the pricing strategy that it has chosen when entering the global market. Though the change of the environment, in which the...
Financial Performance Dunkin Donuts Profitability Gross Margin (TTM): 50.26%. Operating Margin (TTM): 21.43%. Pretax Margin (TTM): 17.16%. Net Profit Margin (TTM): 13.09%. Cash Flow Ratios Price to Cash Flow (MRQ): 6.15. Price to Free Cash Flow (TTM): 20.84. Management Effectiveness (Interpretation of Company’s Operational Efficiency) Return on Equity (TTM): 17.54%....
Introduction The essential economic principles of supply and demand hold a crucial position in the sports industry, just as in any other marketplace. The interplay of supply and demand in sports can be rather intricate, encompassing diverse elements like event tickets, sports paraphernalia, media rights, and even athletes. Grasping the...
Introduction The core of the entire marketing philosophy is consumer behavior. In-depth consumer information is required for effective marketing operations and is the foundation for identifying the target market of complex marketing development. Understanding the reasons for potential customers and the capacity to professionally analyze consumers’ decision-making process to acquire...
Introduction The advertisement chosen for this analysis is Starbucks “It Starts With You” commercial, released in March 2021 by Iris London Advertising Agency, UK. This advertisement aims to attract a young and progressive audience by applying certain general and visual techniques: bandwagon, point of view and body language, and a...
Introduction Danaher Corporation is a successful business that has earned its name and popularity through multiple acquisitions. This strategy was so effective that the organization overcame the 2008-2009 financial crisis without significant losses and negative consequences (Anand et al., page 1). That is why it is reasonable to determine the...
Introduction Promotional strategy is vital for any business, and MOD Pizza is no exception. An effective strategy can help gain an advantageous positioning on the market, make the brand more recognizable, and identify benefits to the customers who choose the product. Thus, MOD Pizza should develop a promotion strategy focusing...
Understanding Marriott’s Position Marriott is one of the largest hotel companies with a global presence in the world market. The main field of activity of the organization is the hotel business, in which the company covers all price categories, as it has hotels from a low-price category to a luxury...
Introduction Business process reengineering is aimed at transforming processes so that the organization’s activities are optimized and efficient. Coca-Cola has engaged in business process reengineering to simplify internal processes, improve service, and get higher profits. Many stages were carried out, but still, the company achieved the planned results. Each reengineering...
Introduction Hilton Worldwide is a United States-based multinational hospitality business. Conrad Hilton founded the company in Cisco, Texas, in 1919 (Hilton, 2022a). Through innovation, expansion, and acquisition of other related companies, Hilton now has the best-performing portfolio in the industry. Currently, the company’s head office is located in Tysons Corner,...
Company Background The bakery Sweet Delicacies is to operate in Warwick town at a store in Cape Industrial Estate. The Sweet Delicacies Company’s mission is to be the best in Warwick town. The bakery’s primary focus will be producing exceptional cakes and bread with distinct flavors. Delivering outstanding service to...
Processes This study will use an example of Boeing, a manufacturing company, against Netflix, a service industry company. With Boeing being an aeroplane-making company, its raw materials are very expensive. In addition, these parts have to be transported using complex and costly systems. Being a company that procures its equipment...
Hewlett Packard (HP) is one of the largest technology companies in the US that sells its products and services worldwide. The company’s field of activity is characterized by high competition due to the growing consumer demand. Therefore, to determine strategies for obtaining a competitive advantage for Hewlett Packard, it is...
Abstract Amazon is a highly successful online retailer and one of the companies that pioneered the industry. The corporation has made efforts, through research and new product development, to achieve a market competitive advantage over its other competitors. The purpose of this strategic plan is to assess the effectiveness of...
Introduction The Coca-Cola Company is a multinational beverage company located in Atlanta, Georgia. The company was founded in 1892 by John Stith Pemberton and Asa Griggs Candler. At its inception, the founders intended the company to manufacture non-alcoholic drinks purely. The company’s entry into the local and global market was...
Introduction Some conditions offer different companies the advantages of manufacturing goods and services at relatively low prices for their customers. Strategic advantages allow companies to generate more revenue in a competitive environment (Lestari et al. 365). The rationale is that they are positioned to provide their clients with goods and...
Introduction Adobe Inc. is an American software company offering a variety of products employed by people all over the world. The range of products is diverse, starting from Adobe Photoshop and incorporating additional platforms such as Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Creative Cloud. The success of the organization depends on the...
Introduction Chevron Corporation is among the top-ranked energy companies globally, with headquarters in San Ramon, California. It was founded in 1870 as a successor of the Standard Oil Company. The company mostly deals in oil and gas products with an international presence in the market’s value chain. Moreover, the corporation’s...
Introduction Lincoln Electric is a high-tech manufacturing firm that produces welding and cutting equipment, consumables, and accessories. Many people in business and economists are interested in the company because of its traditional and old-fashioned approach to management. Lincoln Electric functions on three core ideas: profit sharing with employees, salaries based...
Introduction The success of any organization or venture depends on the person who leads the group involved in completing that mission. Leadership is defined as “the art of influencing others to their maximum performance to accomplish any task, objective or project” (Vasilescu, 2019, p. 48). However, to be an effective...
Introduction DBS, Asia’s largest bank, was failing due to several factors; however, top on the list was how the bank was slow. The bank had gained a bad reputation in public, and thus, the introduction of new management changed everything. The management started digitizing the bank and changing its operations...
Introduction Apple Inc. is a multinational brand that has worldwide presence. The company manages to satisfy consumers’ needs with innovative products and excellent services, which is evident from clients’ loyalty and persistent interest in Apple’s production. Apple can access markets and consumers that smaller brands cannot, ultimately facilitating brand recognition...
Company & Business Description Company Purpose Zappos will seek to create value for its target market, such as young and adult fashion lovers with medium income levels in the U.S. and abroad, by offering a wide selection of clothing and home product categories online. The pride of place will be...
Dynamic sales volumes – involves meeting the needs of volatile sales volumes that can stem from customer demand or internal promotions (Kajewski, et al., 2015). ColorWonder and WashableDeluxe are both highly popular global products that also contain products from diverse supply chains in the company. When designing the supply chains...
Southwest Airlines Company is one of the iconic trademarks in the United States aviation sector. It has been operating for more than 50 years, since 1967, serving most of the U.S. population. Herb Kelleher and Rolling King founded the company in 1967, and with the leadership of Herb Kelleher, the...
Abstract Over the decades of its existence, McDonald’s has been demonstrating quite impressive success. Due to its smart use of marketing, particularly, branding, pricing, and product diversification, the company has achieved notable success. However, in the realm of the digital market, the marketing approach had to be changed drastically. The...
Introduction Description of Scenario This case study involves a chartered organization by the US government called the Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA). According to the case study, PVA is a philanthropic organization that focuses on serving the needs of American veterans who have suffered from spinal cord diseases and injuries...
This study analyzes and compares the rule- and principle-based accounting systems used by Apple and Samsung, two of the world’s top consumer electronics manufacturers. Even though the two international corporations operate in the same industry, they follow distinct accounting procedures. Apple utilizes the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) model, whereas...
Walmart is a retail company that integrates different types of retail stores and has a complex structure of warehouses, supply chain partners, and stores. As a result, its information management system (IMS) is similarly immense, incorporating logistics, transportation, supply chain management, customer management, online shopping, delivery, and more. The business...
Introduction CVS Health Corporation is a leading American healthcare company. It provides a vast range of services and is not a classic medical group that owns a chain of pharmacies. Instead, the company is primarily a healthcare provider, which makes it expand its network. It drives management and administration offerings,...
Introduction Marketing sustainability and the effectiveness of promotional campaigns are often the defining criteria for business success. The example of Oreo, the globally known brand that produces filled biscuits, is evidence of this statement. Starting its business in 1912, after over a hundred years of development, the company has been...
Introduction Traditional organizations were founded on the notion that the leader controls subordinates and that the organization’s strategy is dependent on the leader’s authority over followers. Daft (2017) acknowledges that there are four stages of leadership: control, participation, empowerment, and service. For instance, subordinates are supposed to be passive in...
Risk Analysis Operational and Market Risk At first, the operational and market uncertainties of both Magna International Inc. and Linamar Corporation are visible upon reviewing the annual reports management discussion and analysis section. Regarding systemic risks, there were foreign business problems that impacted the business operations of the two companies....
Introduction In the worldwide beverage sector, PepsiCo is a top producer and retailer of non-alcoholic beverages. The significant reasons for PepsiCo’s achievement are practical marketing tactics and product diversification. PepsiCo must constantly reassess its marketing methods and product range due to the intense rivalry in the international and US beverage...
Introduction As the world experiences the adverse impacts of climate change, countries have accelerated their efforts in transitioning from fossil fuels to low-carbon energy. The changeover poses a significant threat to the companies operating in the oil and gas (O&G) industry, as the prospective demands for nonrenewable energy sources are...
Corporate and cultural standards are formed under the influence of the environment in which they arise. The current environment requires openness of publicity to ensure non-discrimination and respect for the equal rights of employees. In this regard, Netflix is an excellent example of a well-established organizational ethic set of rules....
Introduction Pauls is one of the leading milk brands in the Australian market. Presently, it remains an acceptable product because it delivers numerous benefits to the consumer. In terms of background, the brand name emerged in 1923 when a firm by the same name introduced it into the market. Other...
Introduction Capital budgeting entails selecting investments that increase a corporation’s worth. The capital budgeting procedure may include acquiring land or purchasing fixed assets such as a new vehicle or equipment (Siziba & Hall, 2021). Market efficiency describes a marketplace where prices reflect all valuable accounting data related to underlying securities...
Introduction In the era of globalization, many companies seek to expand their business, yet facilitating knowledge transfer is a difficult task. It requires an employee who is not only knowledgeable in their sphere of competence but also willing to live in a foreign country for an extended period. Their communication...
Cost Flow Assumption Cost flow assumptions relate to how gods are removed from a company’s inventory and reflected in cost of goods sold. Apple uses the FIFO method, which assumes that the oldest item sold is the first one sold. The balance sheet for 2021 indicates an amount of 6.58...
Background Consumer behavior refers to the research on how customers select, purchase, utilize and dispose of resources to gratify their wants and needs. Understanding consumer behavior helps marketers in determining demand and understanding the best way to attend to consumers. Consumer behavior results to purchase decision varies depending on the...
Introduction One of the world’s most well-known manufacturers and sellers of mobile phones is Nokia. The organization employs more than 102,000 people across its sub-stations in 130 countries. In addition to producing mobile phones, Nokia also provides a comprehensive selection of other telecommunication services. The Fortune Global 500 ranks Nokia...
The constant increase in healthcare costs associated with the emergence of new medical technologies and medicines, as well as changes in the structure of morbidity and demographic problems, is a global trend nowadays. Holden et at. (2021) emphasize that “this evolution is accompanied by new challenges to deliver safe, high-quality,...
Introduction Despite promoting a favorable image, not all organizations always follow the basics of good behavior. The provided case study (CS) presents the situation of Uber protecting its employees who harassed other individuals working in the corporation. Although Uber made some changes after an independent investigation, the scandal resulted in...
Introduction The purpose of this report revolves around reviewing servant leadership (SL) as it pertains to early childhood education. The document explains SL as part of the author’s personal philosophy and discusses SL’s theoretical explanations and impacts on three dimensions of management. Although SL requires further exploration in early childhood...
Executive Summary The comprehensive market plan for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital entails several strategies to achieve the set targets. Marketing plans require an analysis of the current marketing situation, SWOT analysis, and planning for the marketing strategy with consideration of the campaign expenses. A comprehensive marketing plan must ensure...
Marks and Spencer Profitability Ratios Gross profit margin is calculated by dividing gross profit by revenue. Mark and Spencer’s gross profit for 2021 was £2,911.6 million (Marks & Spencer Financial Statements, 2021,p. 123). Mark and Spencer’s revenue for 2021 was £9,155.7 million (Marks & Spencer Financial Statements, 2021, p. 123)....
The Positioning Statement (TA) The iPad Pro is capable of any work thanks to its versatility. The device is a fascinating and effective tool for getting things done, whether someone is focusing on a project, engaging in creative activity, or playing a compelling game. Additionally, the iPad Pro runs complex...
Introduction Subway is a fast food franchise that has quickly conquered the world in the last 56 years. The goal set by Subway in every market it comes to is to become a leader in terms of the number of establishments and the preferences of local consumers. The concept of...
Introduction As a Chief Diversity Officer in an organization in the retail industry, recognizing the need to implement a DEI-oriented course is necessary. Since not everyone is ready to support new changes fully, this plan will provide information on the benefits of introducing DEI policies. The changes themselves and their...
Culture shock is a pretty common issue in businesses that is tended to be overlooked. It occurs when people move to another country or face a new culture, which leads to confusion, anxiety, shock, astonishment, or feeling of uncertainty (Segal et al., 2021). Its importance does not have to be...
Introduction Modern management and leadership strategies define the quality of work and the success of a business in various ways. There are many ways for individuals to improve their performance, and the article by Herminia Ibarra and Anne Scoular for Harvard Business Review in 2019 focuses on understanding the role...
Introduction Walmart is a multinational retail corporation that sells a variety of merchandise, including clothing, electronics, toys, and home goods. It was started to provide affordable goods to the masses, create jobs and stimulate the economy, and keep money within the local community. The company also has a structure that...
Introduction Representatives of modern business face challenges in decision-making, which is associated with constant changes in the world. In such conditions, it is essential to monitor the marketing environment to predict demand (Bhasin, 2018; Zhang & Watson IV, 2020). The environment includes micro and macro levels, and the latter embraces...
Introduction An organization’s strategic analysis is vital in marketing strategy planning and optimization. Strategic planning may help a company connect and realize its marketing goals with the broader vision. The case study involves a drug company, Pfizer, which aims to improve its revenue growth aligned with the company’s vision and...
PepsiCo Inc. is a multinational food and beverage corporation. It is to have multiple brands in various parts of the world. Its numerous brands market and distribute products in over 200 countries and territories. Frito-Lay is a North American company that sells branded snack foods, such as Cheetos cheese-flavored snacks,...
There are multiple theoretical frameworks available for businesses to optimize their expansion strategies. The Porter Model is shaped like a diamond and comprises four interrelated and interactive factors that determine the likelihood of success for a company based in a particular country when competing in international markets (Kennedy, 2020). These...
Introduction Apple Inc. is an American technology company in Cupertino, California that designs and develops consumer electronics, software, and online services. In 1976, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak founded Apple in California (Kabir, 2021). It successfully ranks among the most expensive and most prominent corporations globally, but this is not...
Leadership Virtues Questionnaire focuses on several virtues when approaching ethical leadership. According to Riggio et al. (2010), LVQ evaluates leadership virtues while looking at awareness and self-discipline skills. Prudence is one of the virtues, which entails the wisdom that enables an individual to ensure a balance when handling two extreme...
One may usually point out the main challenges that for-profit organizations face in developing countries: lack of transportation and communications infrastructure, education of consumers, and lack of firms’ mutual trust. Firstly, it is claimed that one of the business challenges that developing countries face is the lack of necessary infrastructure...
Project cost and funding mix Kimura et al. (2020) state that the company is a joint venture between the Indonesian Government (Pertamina) – 55%, TotalFinaElf Indonesia – 10%, VICO Indonesia – 20%, and Jilco – 15%. According to Bontang LNG Plant (Liquid Natural Gas Project), Indonesia (n.d.), the project was...
Banyan Tree Hotels and Resorts was established in Singapore as a family business. Having reviewed the case of Banyan Tree, one can conclude that the managers of this business have done everything to adjust to a rapidly changing environment. Focusing on an “innovative niche product” and creating a “sanctuary of...
Originating from the United States, Kellogg’s achieved global recognition a long time ago. The company has long since entered the global market, and its ability to withstand local competition is exemplary. By examining the firm’s approach to market placement, it is possible to conclude what defines a valid strategy for...
Introduction The 21st century embodied technological progress that has encompassed most spheres of human activity. In the current age, new advancements are developed at a rapid pace and introduced across various spheres of work, leisure, and entertainment. Furthermore, this unprecedented level of progress leads to profound transformations of the industries....
Introduction Servant leadership is a vital concept that every person aspiring to be a captain should strive to practice for their followers. This notion is profoundly portrayed in case 8.2: St. John the Compassionate Mission. The concept depicts how organizational culture and managerial tactics can be used to develop and...
W.L Gore and Associates is famous for producing the highly-priced waterproof fabric known as Gore-Tex. W.L. Gore and Associate also have a wide range of revolutionary products, such as Ride-On bike cables and Elixir guitar strings. Additionally, the company hosts medical devices like synthetic blood vessels and cardiovascular patches. Based...
UNESCO is a huge global organization, which promotes cultural, educational, and scientific development. It promotes important missions, which are aimed to benefit world society. Collaborating with the majority of existing countries, it has field offices in different parts of the planet. In Saudi Arabia, UNESCO actively helps preserve historical documents...
Abstract Accounting and finance are critical elements in the efficient management of a company. The information gathered from accounting analysis helps a company or an organization make day-to-day decisions. This study’s objective is to determine how effective accounting and finance are in eradicating or reducing risks from a company’s operations....
Introduction American Multi-Cinema, Inc. (AMC) is the US-based movie theatre chain that was founded in 1920. With time, AMC acquired different other cinema theatres and became the largest organization in this industry. Today, AMC involves more than 2800 screens in more than 350 theatres in Europe, while these numbers are...
The Main Principles of Agency Law Agency relationships exist between the company and its labor force. Agency is a relationship between two parties – the principal and the agent – in which the agent acts on behalf of the principal (Miller, 1, p. 574). An agent is a person who...
Introduction Some companies try to show that they are more helpful and caring than others in the modern world. Although there are such brands in certain cases, there are also those that hide their businesses’ unpleasant but significant sides to keep successfully operating. One such example is the case of...
Causes ChassisCo was Toyota’s suspension cradle supplier and they worked successfully in two projects until 2004. After successful launches of Suprima in 1997 and Responsa in 1999, Toyota decided to engage the company with another project, Suprima 2003. However, this project did not achieve expected success as it registered poor...
Introduction Coca-Cola is the most prominent foods and Beverages Company in terms of growth and global market in this industry. The company operates in over 200 countries in the world. Pepsi foods and beverages Company trails behind Coca-Cola in the global market trend currently. The Coca-Cola Company in Pakistan operates...
Background Global operations by commerce and industries that initially served within their local markets create the need to form promotional plan of supply chain management (SCM). The globalized operations increased the use of information system technology which boosted the construction of a self-proliferating and complex chains of supply (Clauson et...
Introduction Coca-Cola Company is the leader in the market for soft drinks. It was founded in 1886 and became a manufacturer of iconic glass and other products (“Our company,” n.d.). To examine its current situation, SWOT analysis can be applied. It is a strategic tool for identifying strengths, weaknesses, opportunities,...
Introduction Recently, there has been a sound discussion regarding Gillette’s new advertising campaign. A plethora of posts, opinions, and articles that define this campaign as an insignificant action within the scope of the company’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) appeared. Then, there is a visible issue with the firm’s strategic change....
The research proposal aims at describing the current situation and the problem of McDonald’s in Dubai. The company is among the largest players in the segment and was characterized with high performance until recent years when its level of sales experienced fall, both due to not sufficiently competent cross-cultural policy...
Organizational behavior plays a significant role in the analysis of groups’ conduct in a corporate environment. The observation of the features of lack of motivation and dissatisfaction helps identify its role in the company’s functioning. The managers should identify the manifestations of lack of motivation and job satisfaction because this...
Companies that manufacture food utilize various appeals to reach out to the public and promote their products. The goal of food advertisements is to convince people of different age groups, gender, and culture to purchase a food product. Furthermore, promotions play a significant role in convincing people to choose a...
Case Summary On October 6, 2013, nearly 50 passengers on an Air China flight that was bound for Beijing fell ill with symptoms such as vomiting, stomachaches and diarrhea (Coello 1). The cause of the issue was apparently due to the cabin crew serving the passengers in-flight meals that were...
Introduction Amazon Incorporated is an American multinational corporation that offers services in several areas, including artificial intelligence, e-commerce, cloud computing, and digital streaming. It is among the best information technology companies in the United States, and among the largest Fortune 500 service companies in terms of market capitalization. The company...
Introduction The present report aims at analyzing the strategic position of Toyota in comparison with its competitors, such as General Motors, Volkswagen, and Ford Motor Company. The paper uses Porter’s Five Forces analysis, PESTLE framework, and benchmarking to evaluate Toyota’s strategic strengths and weaknesses. After, the report identifies three strategic...
Introduction The purpose of the current report is to brief management on the business environment for Hilton Hotel Sydney. The paper contains an analysis of political and legal, economic, social and cultural, technological, and environmental factors. The report also discusses the competitors of Hilton Hotel Sydney to identify its weak...
Introduction A number of authorities have given various definitions of corporate governance. Mallin argues corporate governance is a broad term that encompasses various aspects such as concepts, theories and practices of board of directors, executive and non executive directors (2). Corporate governance focuses on how boards, investors, business executives, auditors...
New Belgium Brewing (NBB) made significant improvements in the development of sustainability as a major part of corporate social responsibility (CSR). However, there rumors that Belgium Beer wants to sell the company to willing buyers, which will potentially lead to the loss of independence and shift from its environmentally friendly...
Introduction In April 2017, the now-infamous Fyre Festival was supposed to provide a luxury music festival experience. However, arriving at the private island in the Bahamas, the guests discovered that none of their expectations would be fulfilled. In fact, the festival was canceled the same day it was scheduled to...
The psychodynamic approach to leadership is a philosophy of human behavior that focuses on reasons or forces that drive individualistic societal attributes. The proponents argue that people tend to portray their way of action based on their past experiences. Accordingly, childhood encounters and psychoanalysis can help understand the type of...
In 2004, Lenovo was China’s largest computer manufacturer, while IBM was famous for inventing the personal computer (PC) in 1981. That is why the business world drew significant attention to the case when Lenovo acquired the IBM division in late 2004. Thus, the given paper is going to demonstrate that...
Operations management is essential for productive businesses, as the concept implies the method of converting resources into final products. The term aims to transform the company’s inputs, including human resources, technology, finances, and knowledge, into ready-to-consume goods and services (Robbins & Coulter, 2015). In particular, the transformation process is being...
Introduction Braintrust Toys is a medium-sized company specializing in toy-making that decided to shift from product development to an innovative strategy. Its new objectives include enhancing attributes and convenience of existing products, launching new products, developing new markets, hiring personnel that thinks innovatively, and hiring customer service-oriented employees to support...
Issues that come from organizational structure, stability, management, and resources belong to internal pressures. On the contrary, external pressures are risks related to overall conditions of economy/industry, political, legal, and socio-cultural factors. Ford Motor Company, which is a well-known American automaker, already had a successful turnaround in its history under...
Introduction A market is a system facilitating the exchange of goods, services, and information between its participants. This system is strongly influenced by market leaders, which can be a product, a brand, or a company with the highest percentage of total sales revenue. When there are market leaders, there are...
Researching organizational behavior helps employers obtain an insight into covert patterns of their employees’ performance at work. As organizations are in continual exploration of new methods to enhance efficiency, competitiveness, and increase in revenue, the issue focuses attention from researchers in the domain. Organizational structure and communication are the aspects...
Introduction The current economic environment is challenged by limitations in sourcing, production, and distribution because of the COVID-19 pandemic. This means that organizations, especially multinational companies that operate worldwide, have reliable supply chain management strategies and practices that will allow dealing with a complicated situation. Strategies implemented by companies that...
One of the direct reports, N, has a strained relationship with colleagues. He has been working in the position for more than two years, and his attitude towards new employees has changed in the last few months. His duties include mentoring several new hires during their introduction to the profession,...
At-will employment is defined as such relationships between an employer and employee in which the latter could be dismissed without any warning or valid reason. The proponents of the at-will employment doctrine argue that it is beneficial for the worker to the same extent as for the employer since the...
Introduction Today, research on the phenomenon of leadership is becoming more and more critical. This topic is particularly relevant for the development of effective methods of administration. Modern approaches to leadership are diverse and reflect advancements in the development of new concepts. This paper will discuss leadership theories presented by...
The existence of intricate global supply chains is one of the defining characteristics of the modern world economy. It is typical for a product sold in one location to be assembled in another from parts created at a third site using raw materials from all over the planet. As a...
Operations in the international music festival event industry are highly complicated due to involving a large number of participants, venues, managers, and visitors. Unlike companies responsible for small events, the international industry has to predict and try to avoid the risks associated not only with the artists but also with...
Introduction The biggest challenge to human resource managers today is realizing the best approach of economically recruiting, training, and retaining workers. This has resulted in most organizations developing a culture that upholds work-life balance programs to ensure that workers maintain equilibrium both in their professional and non-occupational lives. All organizations...
Abstract The earliest structured argument about the use of ethical principles in business choices dates back to the 1960s (Sele, 2006). However, the notions of Corporate Social Responsibility established in that period vary substantially from our contemporary perspective. Actually, today academicians and practitioners distinguish that business has a duty to...
Theoretic Basis Even though the strategic approaches towards business development presuppose the definite and clear realization of further development processes. This notion is confirmed in numerous research resources, however, the actual situation is far from forecasting in detail the events that may come. A professional business leader needs to know...
Introduction Market segmentation is the process of dividing a market into small parts which have different characteristics. Therefore this fully satisfies the individual and specific needs of customers. This is done especially in a situation where customers have very differing characteristics. Therefore a company finds it convenient to subdivide the...
Outline Global operating companies are always facing financial risk related to currency volatility. It affects all aspects of the global companies. Global automobile industry is a major industry which is affected crucially by the currency fluctuations. In this case study, the foreign exchange risk management strategy of BMW, a major...
Thesis statement The current paper is aimed to describe the organizational chart of a company that steadily expands its business activity. The charts will represent the structure of this company on the different stages of its development. All the essential differences and difficulties of each stage will be explained. Mission...
Introduction A consumer is defined as the ultimate user of a product/commodity or a service, while an organization is a social set up, separated by physical boundary with defined objectives. A consumer can influence an organizations buying behavior at the same time an organization can also be able to influence...
In writing Essence of decision making, Allison had the notion that rational expectation theories from economics had been borrowed largely by fields of political science and international relations. He assumed that states, after considering all they had, acted rationally to maximize their usefulness. In this, he proposed that analysts must...
Outline This essay is an attempt to describe the hurdles like social and cultural system, whistleblowing, corruption, groupthink…etc that are being faced by the managers while making ethical-managerial decisions. This paper also provides some recommendations for dealing with these obstacles. Obstacles encountered by the managers while making ethical decisions The...
Introduction Delegation of leadership is viewed as an essential tool for attaining improvement in operational performance of subordinates. Employees interested in responsible and challenging position can be motivated through effective delegation of leadership to them. Delegated works seem to be enhancing the operational performance of the employees. “Delegation is a...
Leadership needs to be widely diversified to be truly successful. A leader must exhibit traits of accepting and solving a wide variety of business problems and issues, of different hues, and have varying levels of impact on the business environment. It could be in terms of trade union issues, or...
Outline Modern human resource management has evolved over time, with the development of new technology and competition among the companies in the increasingly congested market. Volvo Corporation has developed a management strategy to cope with their complex networks of business models all over the world. The first approach is remote...
Outline This White paper analyzes the case study about the “Automated Production Control System Case” of the Ajax Company. The paper identifies and describes the associated risks pertaining to the two alternatives under consideration. The report has been prepared in the form of a White Paper. Description of Problem and/or...
Introduction Human resource is a key element in an organisation. For an organisation to be successful, it is important that the management implement a comprehensive employee resourcing strategy. According to Kevin (n.d, p.2), employee resourcing refers to matching an organisation’s future requirements and supplying it with committed, qualified and experienced...
Leadership skills are the skills demanded in any kind of position from any employee: “These skills include the knowledge of how to control the performance of one’s subordinates or partners, participate in decision making, and bear responsibility for them” (Northhouse, 2004). Accordingly, a leader is to be a person with...
Introduction The Malden Mills case is a popular one embarking on the involvement of good work ethic, humanity and the basic rights of people helping people through the bad times. “The ethics dilemma derives from the perceived conflict between the traditional corporate objective of profit maximization and the overall desire...
Introduction The success of an individual and/or an organization to some extent depends on the individuals and/or the leaders in the organization. Strong leadership will develop a strong organization in terms of organizing resources for its own and people’s benefits. Leaders are important in influencing the organizations through decision-making and...
Introduction Consumer behavior can be defined as the analysis of how, what, when, and why individuals purchase certain commodities and leave out others. The analysis tries to comprehend what drives the making of decisions by consumers either as an individual or as a group. It further attempts to evaluate what...
Introduction Modern global sphere of shipbuilding experiences reduction of margins together with the total increase of customer expectations. To reach success and meet the requirements demanded by customers mean to provide them with the detail information beginning from building planning and up to the description of supply analysis. ERP (Enterprise...
Introduction As trade barriers are minimized and information is being de-regularized the world is becoming a ‘global village’. Elements like outsourcing, environmental stability, globalization; sustainability etc has changed the working patterns of organizations. Multinational corporations are increasing day by day and they are usually criticized because of issues like environmental...
Introduction The supply chain is used in every type of business. And the supply chain is followed in all spears of a business. The term “supply chain management” has two parts – “supply chain” and “management”. Supply chain is the circle where the work of passing the raw material, work...
The topic selected here for the research is how Coca-Cola Company overcame the public criticism and business conflict with its main competitor Pepsi in respect of promotion of the so-called “Coca-Cola Stuff”.” The paper will examine the efficiency and the very essence of the new marketing strategy by one of...
