Introduction Today’s mounting force on organizations managerial ability signifies that motivation of employees is very important in the improvements of every organizational structure. Therefore, learning how to motivate the team has turn out to be an essential skill for team leaders in every organization. For good reasons, motivation has become...
Introduction Change is described mainly from the point of view of those who determined the change strategy or those whose responsibility was to implement it in the program. In particular, we examine consequences both intended and unintended of the technological changes, implementation of the new contractual relationships in the “New...
Introduction Globalization has led to an increase in global business activities. By the end of the twentieth century, multinational companies had spread their activities in most countries in the world. Today the global economy is becoming integrated with many organizations having ventures in more than one country. Although globalization and...
Introduction Any organisation to improve its functioning needs an assessment of its performance in various spheres of its activities. In the present day economy âwhere intangible assets have become the major sources of competitive advantage, calls for tools that describe knowledge-based assets and the value âcreating strategies that these assets...
Strategic Planning Strategic planning entails decision-making about an organization’s goals together with the formulation and realization of tactics concerning the allotment of resources meant to support expected achievements. Basically, strategic planning is a vibrant and intricate process involving deliberation of interior and exterior factors. The process also involves deliberations for...
Introduction This paper discusses the implementation of business information system at Wal-Mart. Hill and Gareth (3) indicate that Wal-Mart set a record performance against her main competitors from 1994 and maintained the lead up to 2008. The company attained and maintained a competitive edge over its competitors this long because...
Introduction A restaurant can be defined as a social place where people go to eat and drink, in the company of their friends. Restaurants are characterized by pleasant surroundings, away from home (Walker, 2008, p.4). Restaurants do vary in size and in service. They are often luxurious restaurants, coffee shops,...
Introduction In the recent past, the business environment has experienced great change. To remain competitive in the new business environment, organizations have to review how they conduct their business processes. One factor that has enabled some organisations to remain competitive is the utilization of technological advancement in business. Many organizations...
The fact that communication plays a crucial role in improving and advancing managerial strategies is undeniable. Therefore, a great number of books and scientific researches are dedicated to the description of organizational work. In this regard, the book Communicating for Managerial Effectiveness provides sufficient coverage of the communicational pillars contributing...
Introduction Change management is a multifaceted discipline that affects the life of individuals, groups, organizations, societies, and nations. With the continuous increase in technological development coupled with competition, individuals and organizations need to adapt to new efficient ways of operations to effectively and efficiently execute their duties. This change requires...
Introduction A brief history of strategic management Strategic management has gone through gradual advancement both empirically and theoretical in the last twenty five years. The roots of the field can be traced to the year 320 BC from the works of Tsu Sun. Since then the field has gone dramatic...
Introduction Organizational behavior refers to the study and implementation of information on how individuals conduct themselves within the organization. Organizational behavior is carried out through a systematic approach where the associations between the individuals and organization are interpreted based on the objectives of an individual, group, company, and social system....
The main objective of this paper is to make a critical review of an academic article by Llewellyn and Northcott (2007) âThe âsingular viewâ in management case studiesâ. This article generally challenges the general belief that the results generated from qualitative research methods of a case study are dependent on...
Introduction Every organization requires good management. Motivation, leadership and organizational control are key requirements for any successful business. All three elements are necessary for the successful operation of any organization. Employees and labourers need to be encouraged and inspired to work hard and provide the best possible effort. Every organization...
When a professional is employed in an organization, he or does not carry the duties assigned alone. It is common sense and evidence from different organizations all over the world suggests that team work is a core tool to performance. They find other professionals who are employed and they also...
Background Cambridge has a significant economic magnitude from the medieval era. Bob and Lloyd decided to set up their new business of Hamburger Restaurant at Cambridge where so many local and national players of this sector have established small and medium sized enterprises and gained market reputation. Hamburger Restaurant intends...
Executive Summary Safety is the ability of a person to keep away from objects or equipments that have the capacity to cause injury, disease or death to the individual. Furthermore safety also refers to liberty from circumstances that can damage property. In most organizations safety priority is geared towards protecting...
Introduction Human resource development (HRD) provides a strategic roadmap for the utilization of cultural diversity amongst employees in multicultural multinationals. It is becoming imperative to understand the operations of multinational enterprises due to the globalization of business; however, while there is no conventional agreement for the term globalization in economics,...
Introduction The purpose of this assignment is to discuss knowledge management and theories that are related to it. In reality, the world has come to realize the importance of managing records for the purpose of extracting information from them. Exploiting these records for the purposes of solving day to day...
Brief This paper deals with the use of strategic management in Business to Business (B2B) enterprises and the various ramifications it has on business organizations. âEntrepreneurs and business managers are often so preoccupied with immediate issues that they lose sight of their ultimate objectives. That’s why a business review or...
Introduction Business organizations normally experience a lot of difficulties in the process of operation. The course of business is normally plagued by divergent hiccups which make the organization go through periods of uncertainty. Organizations’ big problems, therefore, originate from various sources. The problems can be attributed to certain elements which...
Introduction âChange management is a critical aspect of business growth and developmentâ Hayes, (2007p.27). Towards this, change is inevitable for an organization that needs business success. “Change management in many occasions takes different forms and may include several change environmentsâ Kotter (2005). According to Hayes, (2007p.31), âOrganizational change management is...
Abstract The role of management and the functions of management in business administration and businesses processes has become a subject of scholarly debates. Critical analysis of the functions of the management, the management process, and their effect on global business can establish the effectiveness of leadership. It will explain how...
Introduction Change in any business is not only essential but it’s inevitable because the elements that affect a business are not static either. For this reason, our organization has to continuously make organizational changes that will enable it to remain competitive in the dynamic business environment. There is a need...
Peopleâs talents and intellect are the most fundamental assets in any organization. Particularly in our fast-paced world, Human resource management has to hire and maintain persons who are flexible, highly skilled, innovative, and committed. This implies that employees have to contribute both collectively and individually in order to enhance the...
Introduction Quantitative management is also referred to as operations research. It is a systematic and scientific approach to problem-solving and decision-making processes. This is especially in complex situations that are replete with many uncertainties. The environment where the method is applied is not only complex, but also is full of...
Introduction Leadership and management are the concepts frequently employed in an interchangeable manner in any organization. On the other hand, Leadership and management really give a description of two distinctly separate concepts. Nevertheless, in this paper, the difference between leadership and management will be discussed and the reason for their...
Introduction Managing information is a key element for the success of an enterprise. Firms are increasingly incorporating emerging information technologies. The aim of adopting these technologies is to enable these firms to improve on their information management processes. One of the technologies that are being considered includes the Enterprise Resource...
The dynamic nature of business implies that a single successful idea cannot last for too long. The of the environment, the competitiveness of the market, and other determinants, once changed, new opportunities or threats might occur in the environment for which a suitable response is required. For Guillermo Furniture Store,...
Introduction In this essay, I will describe my manager John B. I have been working under John since 2009 at Thomson Reutersâ Markets Technology Operations. John is the Senior Operations Program Manager for the Aureola program at Thomson Reutersâ Markets Technology Operations. Thomson Reuters Markets initiated the Aureola Programme in...
Introduction Management of resources and information is a successful and proficient method of operation for an organization to handle its resources when they are in need of that. These resources may consist of personal resources, monetary data, materials, know-how, space, manufacturing resources. Management of resources and information is a significant...
This assignment was carried out in a health institution on the west side of the country. The institution is a not-for-profit tertiary healthcare facility; it has a capacity of 150 beds and serves a population of close to ten thousand annually. An association of health professionals in the west side...
Introduction In this report, I intend to address my concern over the manner in which management practices in Satyam Computer Services Limited have been governed, and the manner in which various failures and successes have been attributed to corporate governance, structure, and management control. Notwithstanding, there has been a strong...
Paper analysis âBusiness process management is a management approach focused on aligning all aspects of an organization with the wants and needs of clientsâ (Velde, Neil, Paulus, and Wilhelmus, 2004, pp. 22). This kind of approach to business allows companies higher levels of efficiency and productivity (Luca, 2009). Technology is...
Introduction Marks and Spencers company can trace its origin history back in 1882.The company started after âimmigrant pedlar Michael Marks set up his first market stall in Kirkgate. Open Market in Leeds England after being lend 5 pound by a wholesaler named Issac Dewhirst to start a pedlarâ(Bevan 3). Mr...
Total Quality Management at TECOM Investments in Dubai Ensuring effective practices of quality management is one key way through which competitive advantage in both services and manufacturing organizations can be obtained. Quality can be defined as the degree to which services; products, relationships as well as processes are free from...
Introduction The world of management and product lines are very complicated. However, basic knowledge about the tasks of the contemporary management team is at a core nowadays. The thing is that since 1947 International Organization for Standardization (ISO) serves as the guarantee for companies (ISO 1). Features of quality and...
Leadership Leadership can be defined as âa process through which an individual influences others towards achieving a common objectiveâ (Northouse 2007). A person is able to succeed as a leader through the application of leadership skills and knowledge. These are acquired as part of a process that includes learning and...
Executive Summary The topic for the study is the advantages and disadvantages of implementing TQM as a precursor to ISO 9000 and vice versa. The sector taken for the study is the petrochemical industry in the UK. The current position of this industry and the challenges faced by it are...
Introduction Human skills are those abilities to work under peaceful conditions with other people both individually and as groups or teams (Dana, 2001, p.35). Managers are individuals within companies or organizations who are charged with the responsibility of not only ensuring that operations are running smoothly but also being able...
Introduction International organization for standardization (ISO) is an international federation established in 1947 (Hoyle, 145). The main objectives of ISO are to ensure there is cooperation in all spheres including technological, economic, scientific, and intellectual dimensions (. TUV Nord is one of the certification bodies that follow ISO and conformity...
Introduction The process in which good moves to become a usable product to the final consumers is referred to as a supply chain. This chain is dynamic in nature because it involves a constant flow of products, information and funds in the different processes (Chopra, 4). The chain of events...
Introduction Leadership refers to the capacity an individual has to shape individual actions to achieve an objective as well as persuade the populace to progress in the direction of achieving an objective (Barach, 1996). Leadership entails dreams, the bigger image, transformation as well as the prospectus. Leadership is increasingly becoming...
Executive Summary Management doctrine as applied in the international business arena is like taking basic management principles and equating it with global dynamics. A sound business practice will always make sense and increase good service delivery. That sound business sense is what the international business manager should use when tackling...
Introduction This project is driven by the need of Canterbury City to come up with pro-active strategies to mitigate and eliminate losses and fatalities due to fire outbreaks. Among the identified strategies is the creation of community awareness and preparedness on issues pertaining to prevention of fire outbreaks and dealing...
Introduction Learning organization offers all the employees a chance to expand and develop their intellectual and physical ability in the realization of the overall organizational objectives. The institution therefore provides excellent environment for innovation and creative thinking amongst its members. This organization further nurtures and inspires the willing members in...
Introduction Every organization has a way of doing things that are based on its values, goals, beliefs, norms of behavior and visions. This is what is commonly referred to as corporate culture. On the other hand, organization is a state of order guided by policies of a firm, efficient communication...
Introduction The importance of improving decision-making processes and effective means of management has made people to look into the possibility of planning. In today’s business world, planning has been linked to performance because it has helped save time, improve on efficiency, minimize on the barriers of processes, and increase accountability....
Executive Summary The changing face of every organisation is usually associated with the change in the working methodology of their various departments. The advent of technology and more especially in information Technology has brought rapid changes to the way and manner records management is done in our organisation. Management recognizes...
Introduction Organizational Behavior is the art of studying and applying the knowledge of how persons, either individuals or groups act in organizations. It tries to look at the relationship between people and organization in terms of the whole individual, whole grouping, whole association and whole social structure. The aim of...
Introduction Management is the most important aspect of an organization. Management influences a company’s cultures and structures. It is very important in determining employees’ motivation, how technology is utilized in a company, and a company’s social structures. In return, all these factors are very critical in a business and play...
Abstract Telstra Company has undergone various changes spanning from deregulation, managerial changes, employee restructuring, technological changes, stiff competition and financial problems. The company has weathered a lot of storms from the managerial team who resign at will, to a sporadic market with new entrants in the telecommunication field bringing stiff...
Executive Summary One of the most important developments in the organizational field in the contemporary times is the increasing attention that is being given the human capital resources of the modern organizations. There is a lot of emphasis given to human the motivational aspects of the personality of a human...
Executive Summary Being well above the bottom line motivates and ensures continuity and existence of any business. Purchase and inventory functions are involved in answering the questions about frequency and patterns of fresh orders; when to experience low sales, thresholds levels for routine operations and how better to plan future...
Introduction The motto of this report is to discuss the impact of external and internal factors on Easyjet Plc. This report will concentrate on company background, SWOT analysis, PESTEL factors, competitive forces, primary internal influences, external influences, and the changing competitive environment. Background of EasyJet EasyJet is a British aviation...
Introduction This paper will analyze a case study – âTraining for Results at Rift Airlines.â The study was initiated to evaluate the training and development program at the Rift Airlines, designed by the human resource department for the workers. Linda the human resource manager, who was also in charge of...
Introduction Hume city council is a diverse organisation which represents the citizens of Hume city located on the northern outskirts of Melbourne. The city has nine councillors at the local government level as well as representatives at both state and federal levels of government. The council of Hume has been...
In the light of the continuous rise of the role of intangible assets in forming the value of companies, the role of managing and developing such assets becomes increasingly important. In that regard, such assets are concerned, first of all, with human resources, which put great importance on the role...
Introduction What do Microsoft Corporation, Marks & Spencer and Mambo Graphics have in common? One thing that made them related with each other is that they were known in their own fields and achieved more than what they expected. This, they owe to the power of outsourcing. They did not...
It is said that creativity is the mother of invention. However, the same could be extended in business to highlight the fact that creativity is the mother of innovation which is the bedrock of the business organizationâs success. This is to say that innovation is the spearhead for any business...
Introduction In recent times, the concept of change management has gained popularity within most organizations and businesses. Change management has been defined as a systematic process of transforming individuals, teams and organizations with the aim of improving their performance (Wardale 2003, par. 3). Change management in business environments has the...
Introduction William Pollard was quoted saying in a nutshell that change is a prerequisite for innovation, creativity or incentive for improvement. He further went on to say that change is inevitable and that those who initiate this change will have a way better chance of managing the change (Think and...
For any organization or firm to survive in the knowledge intensive, fast-changing and volatile environment, it must carry out strategies that have the ability to simultaneously address the concerns of external competitiveness, internal efficiency and the leading industry. Organizations have to manage innovation, effective environmental response and efficiency simultaneously. For...
Introduction Unmistakably, the topic of globalization has received profound attention since the early eighties. This is evidenced by the increased discussions on the topic in conferences and scholarly debates. The mainstream media and other debates and articles continue to focus on the issue, identifying the dynamism of the topic. Consequently,...
Introduction Recession is the time to strengthen governance. But if personnel are long gone, how can the firm strengthen governance? How can the company improve best practice if major players in the organisation have gone to other pursuits, looking for jobs, or other profitable businesses? This is a reality in...
Introduction An Overview of the expanded container A shipping container will be designed in order to fit the description of the festival in question. The expandable container is a sophisticated piece of art and technology that opens up from the inside when needed to, and displays its content according to...
Introduction This essay is aimed at analyzing the different leadership theories and their application from the perspective of change management principles. However, the relations between leadership and management should be studied and realized, and then, the analysis of the ways of their relationship will be required. The leadership theories will...
Introduction Quality management motivates decision-makers to comprehend the importance of high-quality products as crucial in launching and upholding an overall competitive position, in this regard, there is a consistent interest in research on quality management. In this investigative study, the research intends to close the gap by closely studying quality...
Introduction Company background A multinational corporation is an establishment or company that holds its operations beyond a single state or country. Today, the number of functional multinational corporations in the world economy is well above 40,000. We carried out our research at FedEx Corporation which has an operating office in...
Total quality management is one of the populate concepts in modern business which helps organizations to create unique value proposition and improve product quality. Today, value creation is indeed organizational priority and the change process is a part of this process. If superior quality is to be more than a...
Executive summary In the establishment of this massage therapy business, a budget of about $ 30,000 will be utilized. This figure is not rigid in that it can be adjusted upwards or downwards. The priorities that are core to this undertaking touch on me as the owner of the massage...
Introduction Organizations come in various sizes and shapes with the aim to perform specific functions. Generally the functions of the organization can be classified as either formal or informal (Naoum, 2001, p.1). A formal function produces a visible product that is usually consumed by the various portions of the society...
Quality Management According to Pyzdek, (123;2003) quality management or quality control is the mechanism that is employed in making sure that the processes that are used in the productions of a good or the development of service are working effectively and efficiently. He continues to say that is done by...
Introduction Background of the study Total Quality Management (TQM) can be defined as the process that involves the mobilization of different processes and functions within a certain financial service institution to ensure that quality products and services are provided and customer satisfaction is guaranteed (Ross & Perry, 1999, p.1). According...
Executive summary Following a needs assessment report that showed a gap in the employeesâ ability to use office equipment at the queenâs health organization, a training program has been developed to address this issue. The training program is specially designed for training adults and focuses on the identified needs to...
Introduction ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) can be defined as the technological computer-based systems that can transfer data and the related processes between different departments within an organization. Various traders trade in these systems, and they include SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, and Edwards. These systems are different as compared to non- ERP...
Introduction In the general sense, Change is defined as âto make or become different, give or begin to have a different form;â in other words change can mean dissatisfaction with the old and belief in the new (Harigopal, 2006, pp. 26-27). Dissatisfaction can arise out of perceived deficiency in an...
Introduction IMAX Corporation (IMAX), founded in 1967 is one of the leading entertainment technology companies. It is headquartered in Toronto in Canada and specializes in film and digital imaging technologies. It is a part of the out-of-home entertainment industry and veers for top spot in this segment. Entertainment industry has...
Introduction Heraclitus, the great Greek philosopher said, âYou can never step into the same river Twiceâ (Cashman, 2009, p.14). Change is an inevitable aspect of human life. It has almost become a way of life. However, it is elusive, and difficult to manage. This is the inherent problem that any change...
Introduction National health care expenses are projected to reach over $2.8 trillion and be over 16 percent of the gross domestic product (GDP) by 2011 according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) (Kaiser Family Foundation [KFF], 2007). Chronic disease and preventable illnesses account for approximately 72 percent...
Executive Summary Alpha Plantation is an oil palm growing and processing company situated in Malaysia. The company is owned by a British international company with an aim of producing and serving its detergent companies with unrefined palm oil. Since its establishment, the company has been managed by staffs from Britain....
Introduction King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi Arabia is a global institution targeting graduates from the world over located in Thuwal, it is intended to be an inspiration domestically and internationally in research and was opened in September 2009 being the brainchild project of King Abdullah Bin...
Introduction A database is a group of data that is related in some way. Unlike the file system, with its different and unrelated files, the database is made up of logically related data stored in a single file, which is normally stored in the computer. A Database Management System (DBMS)...
Introduction Management science is generally regarded as the key aspect of successful business performance. In general, the science of management involves numerous aspects and tools, hence, the widest explanation of the management science will be closely related to defining the key aim of management. Even though some of the managerial...
Good Judgment is an Important Element in the Leaderâs Assessment Good Judgment is a key characteristic for any leader or anyone who aspires to be a leader. However, it is important to appreciate the fact that leadership has both negative as well as positive consequences. In How to Lead, How...
Introduction Business is a complicated matter that develops according to its own rules and regulations. Changes that happen in business are also conditioned by specific business-related issues and concepts. Accordingly, the phenomenon of business process re-engineering (BPR) is the embodiment of changes that every business organization needs to have from...
Introduction The nature and needs of firms and organizations are changing abruptly. For these entities to succeed in this competitive business world the need for effective implementation of organizational processes is paramount. Organizational processes are organized ways in which firms define, organize and implement their operations. Such are strategic measures...
Introduction This can be defined as bringing together intelligence to increase the chances of innovation. From this definition, there are three critical points that can be got from it. One of these points is the fact that knowledge is a collective entity and it exists as a connection. Another point...
Introduction An ERP is an integrated management system used by most organizations to manage the different business functions of the organization. This is a relatively new concept in some organizations and itâs effectively used to co ordinate business functions. ERP has come of date from the makers of MRP software...
Introduction Recent years, the problem of absenteeism becomes an important issue in workplace affected small and medium size enterprises. In workplace, life and relationships are virtually inextricable. In one way or another (within the social set up), living things with bias to human being find themselves relating with one another...
Introduction Significant growth has been observed in expatriate assignments, especially those moving in developing countries. Countries that record increased economic and industrial developments have realized entrants of mass expatriates taking over the newly created managerial positions. The year 2009 presented an upsurge in this because of increasing GDP-figures in those...
Introduction This survey analysis was conducted in order to determine the ways in which Campbell-Ewald has handled its consumers in the market, this was done by investigating the degree of respect, loyalty and consumer satisfaction experienced by the consumers. The survey analysis is basically designed to determine the distributions and...
Introduction Large organizations often have the challenge of converting great performance in individual units into enterprise-wide success. When different aspects of the organization function and depend on themselves without translating production into the larger organization’s goals and needs then chances are that the performance of the company may be reduced...
Introduction The success of a company largely depends on the quality of its workforce. Good human resource policies and guidelines are imperative in ensuring that Johnson-Venter attracts qualified and experienced personnel to help in the achieving the vision of making peopleâs lives better. Recruitment of the right individuals for the...
Introduction In todayâs business world companies are facing many hardships. The financial crisis shocked the business world and got many companies unprepared. Being prepared for market shocks in order to avoid failure has become one of the top priorities for business firms. Many companies had to design and implement alternative...
Introduction For any organization to strive very hard and achieve its desired goals, it is imperative that such an organization should develop some management strategies and methodologies through which it can be able to realize its dreams. Based on this fact, some factors or evaluation principles have been identified to...
Overview There have been various changes in business environment in the world. Globalization and technological change are just some of the major contributors to change in business environment. Increased competitions in business and business expansion call for various organizational changes. Managing change is one of the most challenging tasks in...
Coca Cola Company is a worldwide soft drink company with an international market presence in over 200 countries. The company is primarily based in Atlanta Georgia, USA and has traditionally operated by the trademark Coke. Coca Cola is now the worldâs biggest soft drink company with a market dominance that...
Introduction The current epoch of globalization and technology has led to stiff competition in different organizations. In bid to effectively cope with competition and make use of benefits accompanying globalization, organizations are currently in the process of transforming and restructuring their strategies so as to meet all their requirements. Managers...
Introduction Management is directly responsible for the creation, maintenance and attainment of synergy among all of its employees, especially when the organization is maintaining a decentralized structure of communication and reporting. While, Organizing is all about maintaining the internal organizational structure of the business using the dedicated focused contents towards...
Introduction In any business, the main aim is to maximize returns through the provision of quality products and services and maintaining a competitive edge over the competitors. However, the main focus of a business is treating the customer right in a valuable and respectable way no wonder it is said...
Introduction The case of Motorola Inc., starting from its foundation to the achievements and then coming down to from the summit of its grace through different changes and mistakes is a really interesting and informative one. âMotorolaâ, acquiring its name from motor and victrola, was founded by Paul V. Galvin...
