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Socialization at Coca-Cola, 2008.
This paper looks at organizational behavior and discusses the matter of socialization at Coca-Cola.
854 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 10 sources, APA, £ 17.95
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In this paper, the writer discusses that Coca-Cola has long been a powerful symbol of American corporate success and yet, that proud legacy is now under attack as the company finds itself faced with sagging fortunes. This paper suggests that Coke's socialization practices are lacking insofar as they do not have appropriate employee programs and evaluation processes in place; consequently, new or veteran workers are left with the impression that the organization is reneging on its relational commitments under the psychological contract. In the end, the writer maintains that Coca-Cola must pursue socialization practices that stress the value of employee excellence (this includes stringent accountability measures) and it must find new ways of relating to workers that it does, indeed, value relational as opposed to merely transactional contacts between the company and its workers.
Outline:
Introduction
Socialization Practices of Coca-Cola
Detecting the culture of Coca-Cola
Socialization Tactics: Institutionalized Approach but Missing Methods for Socialization
Psychological Contract between the Organization and its Workers: The Missing Relational Element
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"The culture of the company is thus one that is wedded to its own past and informed by its own self-image as an embodiment of American enterprising excellence.
"Further, the company is not beyond drawing faith from its successes in the past after previous reversals. For instance, although Coke appears to be going through somewhat of a fallow period at the moment, close observers are quick to point out that Coke has rebounded from adversity in the past. Although it is not clear how much Coke reminds workers of how the organization has come back from the brink in the past, the corporate culture is certainly one predicated upon showing an organizational history of success and fortitude."
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Plato's Cave and Individualism, 2008.
This paper discusses Plato's allegory of the cave and the group think mentality common in organizations today.
1,468 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 2 sources, MLA, £ 28.95
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The paper analyzes the dangers inherent in blind obedience and group think as illustrated in Plato's allegory of the cave. The paper discusses the relevance of the allegory to contemporary organizational law by drawing upon the author's experiences as a member of law enforcement. The paper then looks at the mechanisms that we use to avoid or subvert ideas that appear different from our own and challenge the status quo. The paper concludes that we must embrace different ideas and nurture a respect for different cultures and world views.
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"Plato's allegory of the cave captures the essence of organizational culture. Obviously, the ideology of sameness and normative thinking has transcended from Plato's time to today. Thus, the allegory is relevant to contemporary organizational life. Organizations are known for fostering a culture of group think. The dangers inherent in group think is the object lesson that Plato tries to convey. When we refuse to engage in critical thinking, we are goaded into a false sense of security, and create our own prison. The allegory of the cave is particularly relevant to corporate culture, and the blind obedience that is encouraged and often rewarded. There is an insidious force in organizational culture, which subsumes individualism for the corporate good. Like prisoners chained in a cave, employees have been trained to see through the lenses of the corporate image."
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Strategic Management and Wal-Mart, 2008.
An examination of the strategic management policies that Wal-Mart needs to implement in order to prevent further negative press.
1,142 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, APA, £ 22.95
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This paper examines the strategic management steps that Wal-Mart must employ in order to prevent further damage to the public opinion of the retailer. The paper explains that the public does not want to support a business that practices discrimination or that practices wage withholding against employees. Therefore, as the lawsuits continue to be filed by unhappy workers, the public continues to shop elsewhere and Wal-Mart as a financial entity declines. The paper then looks at why Wal-Mart does not wish to communicate with stockholders, and how possible stockholders withdraw their consideration of investing and Wal-Mart is once again adversely impacted. The paper suggests that Wal-Mart management has an obligation to all entities to develop a means of changing the current employee discontent. The paper also points out that it is only through organizational change that this discontent can be fully understood and the policies that have led to discontent be examined effectively.
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"Fisk and Lochner (2005) contend that stockholders became so concerned with the claims of employees, the judgments against Wal-Mart and the decline in Wal-Mart stock that they officially requested that Wal-Mart retain a private committee that would investigate internal issues affecting workers. The findings of the committee would then be capable of being a foundation for organizational change, specifically related to management and policy matters in the company. However, the company repeatedly declined the requests of stockholders, stating that an independent committee might make determination without having all of the facts and that this situation would eventually hurt Wal-Mart more than assist with organizational change."
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Flexible Work Schedules, 2008.
This paper is a research analysis of how a flexible work schedule can benefiti organizational productivity and a positive work culture.
2,724 words (approx. 10.9 pages), 7 sources, APA, £ 47.95
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This paper provides a thorough analysis of flexible work arrangements that will integrate other aspects of organizational development and human resource management so that the benefits and challenges of the process can be reviewed. The paper provides an analysis of the current literature involving flexible work arrangements within an organizational setting. Also, the paper demonstrates methodology by outlining a case study for an organization that has implemented the flexible work schedule and thoroughly outlined the issues or elements that have affected the operations of the human resource model as well as the overall strategic development of the organization. Finally, the paper concludes with the noted recommendations or implications of the research, which will be supported with elements of a literature review and analysis section.
Outline:
Introduction
Literature Review
Analysis
Conclusion
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"HP had disappointing profits, especially in wake of the software boom and increased competition from other technology companies catering to business solutions. Divisions had even more disappointing figures and have showed a very low productivity rate. There has also been a high staff turnover and increased absenteeism, (Georgetown Case Study, n.d., p 2). There are some blatant internal issues affecting the HP, which are centered on lack of creativity and flexibility within the technology unit; especially with competition that was innovative and creating more effective products. Similarly, employees were being constantly lured away by our competitor."
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Code of Ethics: Purpose, Conduct, Creation, 2008.
This paper demonstrates how to effectively build and maintain an ethical culture within the workplace.
1,285 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 25.95
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This paper argues that organizational ethics is related as much to organizational culture and leadership, or organizational value, as it is to a clear and concise code of ethics. The paper asserts that organizations need to ensure that not only is there a well-documented code of ethics but that all employees, from executive management to the lowest level of employee, are well versed in the document and are well aware of the organization's expectations regarding acceptable and appropriate behavior. The paper goes on to discuss how organizational ethics are maintained through a balanced approach in human resources, through ethical leadership strategies, and though ethical training.
Outline:
Organizational Value
Professional Development
Ethical Leadership
Equality
Ethics Training
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"Organizations need to ensure that not only is there a well documented code of ethics but that all employees, from executive management to the lowest level of employee, are well-versed in the document and are well-aware of the organization's expectations regarding acceptable and appropriate behavior. The precedent established by executive management ensures that employees who might waiver when faced with regulatory loopholes or quandaries that seem to blur the line between what is ethical and what is not, will be able to rely on their organization's support by taking the high-road every time or at least in gaining higher opinion and feedback."
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Ethics and Decision Making, 2008.
An examination of the importance of following a code of ethics for decision making in an organization.
970 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 20.95
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This paper discusses the importance of ethics in business practice, specifically its need in order to maintain a company's reputation and image. The paper presents examples of problematic business issues and how they were solved by the businesses they affected. It then provides a code of ethics for organizations and discusses how organizations must keep to the code.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Sarbanes-Oxley
Ethics
Code of Ethics
Role of the Organization
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"The benefits of having such a policy are that it also gives the employee and the organization as a whole a level of empowerment that it never had before. It acts as mentioned before like a checks and balance system and prevents poor decision making. For example if a company were to allow a certain employee prime vacation days just because the families of the mentioned employee and members of the board of directors are friends is unfair. Although this example was little over the top, situation like this would breed animosity and unrest. This is also true if a supplier was chosen that did not provide the best product or price but gave one of the higher level managers or even several employees season passes for a football team. Although this seems really fair to the employees it is not fair to all and will not help the company if they are passing on a product that would have been below their standards."
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The iPod's Commodity Chain, 2008.
A look at the commodity chain of Apple's iPod, with an emphasis on spatial economic geography.
1,853 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 10 sources, APA, £ 34.95
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The paper discusses the Apple iPod's commodity chain in order to identify the geographic factors that are intrinsically involved in the production and manufacture of this consumer product. The paper points out that since the Apple iPod's global supply chain is so extensive, this research only focuses on that which mainly involves third party interactions.
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"Electronic companies are especially dependent on spatial economic factors relative to geography because of the global supply and manufacturing business model. Apple Computer, Inc. (Apple) is an innovative computing company that has been the main rival to Microsoft for approximately the last 28 years and is now also a consumer product goods (CPG) manufacturer as well because of its iPod and now iPhone products which are utilized by students around the globe (Blaisdell, 2006). In terms of market share, Microsoft dwarfs Apple and will continue to do so into the foreseeable future. Microsoft, however, has long trailed Apple in terms of innovative new products, product design and in customer fealty."
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Robotic Lawnmower: Product Development and Launch, 2008.
An analysis of the various aspects that are involved with the development and launch of the robotic lawnmower.
2,244 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, £ 40.95
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This paper discusses the product development of the robotic lawnmower. It discusses the products' needs, features and benefits and its competitive advantage. The paper then provides a financial analysis of the product, including sales forecast and its life cycle. Finally, the paper discusses the launch management plan for the robotic lawnmower.
Table of Contents:
Product Development
Needs
Features
Benefits
Market Research Method
Competitive Advantage
Financial Analysis
Sales Forecast
Life Cycle Concept
New Product Process
Designs for Speed to Market
Design for Ease of Manufacture
Design to Meet Customer Needs
Design for Environment
Development Team Management
Strategic Launch Planning
Implementation of Launch Cycle
Market Testing
Launch Management Plan
Overview
Objectives
Potential Issues
Contingencies
Tracking
Objections to Launch
Product Failure
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"There are several reasons or scenarios in which the Robotic lawnmower might be determined to be a product failure. The most basic potential cause of product failure is related to the product quality itself. Should the design and engineering process as well as the design and manufacturing process fail to adequately model all possible use outcomes once the product is launched an inherent design flaw that leads to chronic breakdowns and poor performance would lead to a complete market failure of the product. Allowing for such contingencies is part of the general strategic marketing strategy development upon which individual product launch plans are based as a matter of course (Lim, Acito & Rusetski, 2006). The other primary reason for product failure would be directly attributed to poor market research. Market research that is designed to develop an understanding and cost-rationale based on potential demand for the Robotic Lawnmower that fails to adequately assess real demand, will lead to poor sales performance which would equate to the same product failure and a quality issue: low demand and poor market image."
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Toyota's Commodity Chain, 2008.
This paper provides a commodity chain analysis with respect to Toyota Automobiles.
1,561 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, £ 30.95
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The paper looks at the global commodity chain vis-a-vis a specific product line. The paper focuses on Toyota automobiles which are globally designed and manufactured, necessitating an extended and integrated supply chain. The paper also discusses how the actual consumption of the product occurs in a global fashion as does its marketing and distribution. Finally, the paper examines future trends of the company.
Outline:
Abstract
The Commodity Chain
Product Design & Engineering
Product Production
Marketing & Advertising
Retailing & Distribution
Product Consumption
Conclusion & Future Trends
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"The commodity chain for any given product or service includes geographic as well as logical points of operations that are critical for that product to be produced and then finally consumed. This commodity chain can be described as, "...the sequence of major business activities that add utility (usefulness) to the products or services provided by an organization to its customers" (Hwang, 1999, p.95). With that in mind any product or service can be subdivided into the components that add value to each process comprising its production and delivery. The reasons for examining a product in this respect are many, but put succinctly, being aware of one's commodity chain and its components, "...will yield the greatest competitive advantage..."(Value, 1996, para.2). Thus, this research project examines Toyota's automobile commodity chain. Toyota must more fully understand its commodity chain components in terms of how they contribute value to the overall product which is the automobile."
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Job Growth in Uncommon Professions, 2008.
This paper discusses job growth in uncommon professions and takes a look into professions in the 21st century.
2,100 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 38.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that there has been a significant shift in the rise of needed professions in the 21st century, from those that have been traditionally required by society to those that are now essential for the future. The writer notes that because of the increased demand on the medical profession by baby boomers, the health care industry is calling for added medical assistants. Furthermore, the writer points out that Network Systems Data Communication Analysts have grown in importance because of their ability to provide computer system and network security at a time when national security is a primary focus in the United States. There is also an increasing demand for, as they focus on the environmental concerns in relation to water that will sustain life on the surface of the earth. The writer concludes that these professions, although not commonly considered in society, will play an important role in meeting social, scientific and security needs well into this century.
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"Yet, this increase in need has been supported by the fact that by 2010 there will exist the largest elderly population that the United States has ever known through the baby boomer generation. Over 71 million Americans will be age 65 or over and this population will tax the health care industry as never before.
"To accommodate this need the nursing profession is one that is becoming more specialized and that offers professional nurses an opportunity to manage patient cases, write prescriptions and supervise a health care team. This new nursing scope also addresses the decreased number of physicians in the nation, allowing nurses to be the primary medial authority in a patient's life. However, Medical Assistants have not had this type of focus, nor has their function within the health care community been defined as well for the public as other well understood professions."
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Group to Team Performance Issues, 2008.
A discussion of how individuals can become team players.
1,182 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 4 sources, APA, £ 23.95
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This paper discusses how groups of individuals can become highly effective team members within a team environment. Particularly discussed are group demographics in terms of interpersonal conflict. Also discussed is the role team management plays in developing team performance and character. Finally, the observation that working individuals can no longer be competitive in the highly globalized environment in which most organizations now find themselves is made.
Outline:
Group Management for Performance
Group Demographics & Interpersonal Conflicts
Conclusion
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"Perhaps one of the most important aspects of team management is knowing and having a cognizant understanding of what factors are involved in the ultimate success of a team prior to beginning the selection process for team members: "...factors that lead to successful team outcomes: clear goals, appropriate leadership, organizational support, suitable tasks, and accountability"(May, 2003). These are all measures that can be taken and decided prior to considering the composition of a team. These factors are important to not only have in mind but to have completely accounted for prior to selecting team members because they actually prevent and/or solve many common issues that arise during a project involving teams and team work. Formulating clear goals allows team members to conceptualize exactly what is being asked of them, while assigning appropriate leadership provides team members with a reliable outlet to address concerns and issues. Additionally, assigning the appropriate organizational support informs the team and its management structure that the organization and executive management is fully behind the project and that the team is not destined to failure for lack of resource commitment. Further, provisioning of suitable tasks ensures that the project will progress as necessary and that the task will be more easily assigned to the appropriate team members once team selection begins. The follow-up and accountability of these tasks ensures that team members are being held accountable to perform adequately and equally within the context of the project."
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Canadian Tire Company, 2008.
A discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of the Canadian Tire Company.
1,593 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 6 sources, APA, £ 30.95
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This paper discusses the Canadian Tire Company from a strategic vantage point. The paper explains that the company, which is one of Canada's largest, has over 50k employees and more than 1100 unique outlets among its various lines of business. The paper then looks at why the company is profitable, but also why it has some difficulties marketing its core retail tire business even though the business itself is profitable and healthy. In addition, the paper points out that overall the company is strategically well managed and has strong growth outlook provided it can continue to diversify its revenue streams.
Outline:
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Strategic Assessment
Historical Development
Mission
Goals
Management
Organization
Human Resource Management
Ethical Orientation
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"Considering the global tire and rubber industry is expected to grow in value, Canadian Tire has a unique opportunity to expand even beyond its current large size. The global market for tires is valued at $28b and grew by more than 2.1% during 2006 (Global, 2006). This market is expected to expand over the next decade. The expected value of the tire market by 2011 is expected to reach a total value of $31b which would be a 10.2% increase over 2006 figures. This is a promising growth market and one in which Canadian Tire can capitalize on."
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Beauty at the Workplace, 2008.
A critical review of the article "Beauty and the Labor Market" by Daniel Hamermesh and Jeff Biddle.
1,088 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 21.95
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The paper looks at the article "Beauty and the Labor Market" where the authors attempt to quantify the degree to which physical beauty impacts actual earnings. The paper relates the primary conclusion of this study that the labor market, irrespective of region or locale, does in fact reward physical attractiveness in terms of real wages. The paper then discusses how the subjective determination of beauty upon which this research project relies is one of its weakest points.
Outline:
Article Summary
Lessons Learned
Article Critique
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"Informal observation has long supported the supposition that physical beauty or handsomeness can pay dividends in the workplace irrespective of the type of employment. In Beauty and the Labor Market, the authors Hamermesh and Biddle attempt to quantify the degree to which physical beauty or the quality that the general public might ascribe to being good looking in terms of actual earnings. Hamermesh and Biddle begin their research by discussing the most significant existing literature that has examined this issue. One interesting point that they clarify at the outset of their argument is to make the case that although a significant amount of research has been conducted on this general topic, relatively little research has been undertaken in this topic that examines how the shifting standards of beauty have affected earnings of those deemed good looking or not good looking over time (1175)."
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Southwest Airlines' Fuel Policy, 2008.
A look at Laura Wright's fuel price hedging program that has ensured financial growth at Southwest Airlines.
1,172 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 3 sources, APA, £ 23.95
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The paper shows how Laura Wright, Senior Vice President and CFO at Southwest Airlines, has impacted the Southwest company significantly through her promotion of the fuel price hedging policy. The paper explains that this policy allowed Southwest to focus on its passengers and support their needs, with fuel prices locked in and fuel hedging contracts with fuel providers in place. The paper reveals that this policy has resulted in Southwest demonstrating consistent profits while other airlines entered bankruptcy.
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"Laura Wright is Senior Vice President and CFO at Southwest Airlines, with her office based in Dallas, Texas. In this position Wright is responsible for all financial factors affecting the company, with an added focus on "accounting, investor relations, treasury/tax, fleet planning, insurance, and Employee compensation and benefits" ("Officer", 2007, sec. 1). Wright began her association with Southwest in 1990 and has progressively proven her value to the company through such positions as Director of Corporate Taxation, Assistant Treasurer and Vice President Finance and Treasurer ("Officer", 2007, sec. 1)."
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