«This practicum field project is the result of an interview conducted with the VP Corporate Communications in Alcatel-Lucent, Paris, France.* The goal of this project is to compare the views of a successful executive with the theoretical approach...» Document abstract
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management
case study
date published
29/04/2008
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SummaryThis practicum field project is the result of an interview conducted with the VP Corporate Communications in Alcatel-Lucent, Paris, France.* The goal of this project is to compare the views of a successful executive with the theoretical approach provided by several scholars about the characteristics of leadership. In other words, my goal is to compare theory with business reality. The above individual possesses profound academic background and diverse working experience. She is in managerial positions for the last five years and she has contributed significantly to all the organizations she has been engaged in the course of her professional career. In relation to my questions, in most of the cases she meets the theoretical approach of the topic as presented in this project. However, there are slight differentiations in particular aspects of the topic. Hence, after each theoretical approach I present my conclusions and critical analysis on what has been discussed with the above executive.
«This project investigates the importance of forecasting in a travel agency. Operating in an industry, which is heavily subject to seasonality and trend features, travel agency should be able to identify appropriate forecasting techniques to improve...» Document abstract
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Language : english
business strategy
research papers
date published
28/04/2008
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SummaryThis project investigates the importance of forecasting in a travel agency. Operating in an industry, which is heavily subject to seasonality and trend features, travel agency should be able to identify appropriate forecasting techniques to improve its current practices and to add value to its business conduct. In section 1, I briefly describe the travel agency by identifying its core services, operational markets, core competencies, core processes and stakeholders. In section 2, I explain the forecasting needs of the agency and its current practices in order to be able to criticize the effectiveness of these practices according to Operations Management theory, in section 3. In section 4, I identify areas for improvements and suggest possible actions. Based on the suggested improvements, a specific implementation plan including timetable and cost estimation is created, in section 5. In section 6, the paper highlights the benefits of implementing the proposed improvements, while References complete this project.
«Opening any type of business is a challenging and monumental task that requires dedication and perseverance. Starting a flower shop brings its own unique set of challenges to the fore. No matter what type of business you are opening, careful...» Document abstract
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Language : english
business strategy
presentation
date published
28/04/2008
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level : Advanced
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SummaryOpening any type of business is a challenging and monumental task that requires dedication and perseverance. Starting a flower shop brings its own unique set of challenges to the fore. No matter what type of business you are opening, careful planning is essential to your success.
When to Plan
Planning starts at the beginning, before you take the first steps to opening your business. If you do not create detailed plans to address at least the major areas of concern when opening a business, you may be destined to fail.
What to Plan
Opening a flower shop involves securing financing, choosing a location, determining what products and services you are going to offer, how your product will be delivered to the public, how you will advertise the business and much more.
When to Plan
Planning starts at the beginning, before you take the first steps to opening your business. If you do not create detailed plans to address at least the major areas of concern when opening a business, you may be destined to fail.
What to Plan
Opening a flower shop involves securing financing, choosing a location, determining what products and services you are going to offer, how your product will be delivered to the public, how you will advertise the business and much more.
«When you initially open a shop one of the hardest tasks is building a customer base and keeping those customers. If you are lucky enough to open in an exclusive area with heavy walk-in traffic, then you don’t have to rush to build up your customers....» Document abstract
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Language : english
business strategy
case study
date published
25/04/2008
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level : Expert
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SummaryWhen you initially open a shop one of the hardest tasks is building a customer base and keeping those customers. If you are lucky enough to open in an exclusive area with heavy walk-in traffic, then you don’t have to rush to build up your customers. However, if you off the beaten path and need business, you are going to have to create a plan to draw customers to your store, your website or at least to call in orders. Hopefully, you already planned your marketing strategy when you laid out your business plan. If not, here is an idea to help you along the way.
«Even before the Boston Red Sox won the World Series, people were religiously collecting their merchandise. Now, with the onslaught of newly marketed “2004World Champions” merchandise, there are even more t-shirts and hats to go around. Yet, this...» Document abstract
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Language : english
marketing
case study
date published
22/04/2008
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SummaryEven before the Boston Red Sox won the World Series, people were religiously collecting their merchandise. Now, with the onslaught of newly marketed “2004World Champions” merchandise, there are even more t-shirts and hats to go around. Yet, this obsession goes beyond apparel. In the movie Fever Pitch, the protagonist, a schoolteacher named Ben, has Red Sox bed sheets, a Red Sox shower curtain, and just about every other piece of Red Sox memorabilia that has ever been produced. But why does he, along with legions of other sports fans, feel the need to collect team merchandise? Each time a fan buys a player’s jersey, they feel like they are reconnecting with the team, and everything they have experienced with that team. When a fan looks up at his signed baseball, he remembers the time he caught that foul ball at the park. Fans stay connected with the team and their memories by purchasing the team’s licensed merchandise.
«The following essay compares the Lean Six Sigma and Uniformed Army Scientists and Engineers (UAS&E) transformation efforts of the United States military. This analysis will identify key factors which led to the transformation as well as, policies...» Document abstract
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Language : english
management
presentation
date published
18/04/2008
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SummaryThe following essay compares the Lean Six Sigma and Uniformed Army Scientists and Engineers (UAS&E) transformation efforts of the United States military. This analysis will identify key factors which led to the transformation as well as, policies which were enacted in order to effect this transformation. A discussion of the leading forces which shaped these policies for the success of the transformation will follow; followed by an assessment of the desired effects of the transformation compared to the actual outcomes. Finally, the researcher will synthesize the insights gained by this study; resulting in preparation recommendations for soldiers as they prepare for future challenges.
key words- Lean Six Sigma, LSS, Uniformed Army Scientists and Engineers (UAS&E), Business Transformation Agency , U.S. military, Department of Defense (DOD)
key words- Lean Six Sigma, LSS, Uniformed Army Scientists and Engineers (UAS&E), Business Transformation Agency , U.S. military, Department of Defense (DOD)
«Law enforcement is a unique field which is highly dependent on human resource development (HRD) but is often times lacking in individual training and support. Regardless of the type of law enforcement officer (LEO), individuals in this field take...» Document abstract
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Language : english
management
presentation
date published
17/04/2008
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SummaryLaw enforcement is a unique field which is highly dependent on human resource development (HRD) but is often times lacking in individual training and support. Regardless of the type of law enforcement officer (LEO), individuals in this field take numerous risks and may witness disturbing actions or scenes. As such, HRD must consider the emotional state of officers as much, if not more, than other elements such as training. Few law enforcement organizations provide full spectrum training which includes cognitive, classroom and affective (emotional) training.
Creative Tension in Learning Organizations and the role of Leadership
How creative tension occurs in a learning organization, how it relates to organizational achievement and what is the role of leadership
«Learning organizations develop and sustain an environment, which stimulates the power of learning in all organizational members, allowing organizational flexibility and adaptability. Successful organizations use the power of learning in order to...» Document abstract
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5 word format
Language : english
management
presentation
date published
12/04/2008
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level : Advanced
requested 2 times
SummaryLearning organizations develop and sustain an environment, which stimulates the power of learning in all organizational members, allowing organizational flexibility and adaptability. Successful organizations use the power of learning in order to produce the maximum benefit for the organization, but also to communicate to the workforce that the key element for organizational success is not cumulative knowledge, but the ability to exploit new learning opportunities at a fast pace.
Moreover, increasing market rivalry necessitates organizational flexibility. Modern organizations need to be incessantly ready to adapt to new market realities, mainly because the bargaining power of buyers and suppliers defines the market conditions, requiring from the organizations flexible organizational structures.
Within this context, leadership needs to build adequate structures and to provide to all organizational members new learning opportunities. During the transformation process, the mental models of how organizational members perceive organizational culture need to shift towards a new perspective. The process of organizational transformation through organizational learning causes creative tension.
This paper investigates creative tension as a principle of learning organization. After defining a learning organization in section 1, I present the principles of a learning organization. In section 2, I investigate how creative tension occurs in a learning organization, how it relates to organizational achievement and what is the role of leadership in this process. Conclusions are presented in section 3, while References complete this paper.
Moreover, increasing market rivalry necessitates organizational flexibility. Modern organizations need to be incessantly ready to adapt to new market realities, mainly because the bargaining power of buyers and suppliers defines the market conditions, requiring from the organizations flexible organizational structures.
Within this context, leadership needs to build adequate structures and to provide to all organizational members new learning opportunities. During the transformation process, the mental models of how organizational members perceive organizational culture need to shift towards a new perspective. The process of organizational transformation through organizational learning causes creative tension.
This paper investigates creative tension as a principle of learning organization. After defining a learning organization in section 1, I present the principles of a learning organization. In section 2, I investigate how creative tension occurs in a learning organization, how it relates to organizational achievement and what is the role of leadership in this process. Conclusions are presented in section 3, while References complete this paper.
Team Effectiveness – How can it be achieved?
An analysis of the team attributes that could contribute to team effectiveness
«Theory holds that working together brings better results than working alone. Team structures often account for organizational success in the contemporary corporate environment. Modern organizations favor team structures and teamwork viewing them as...» Document abstract
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Language : english
management
research papers
date published
01/03/2008
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level : Advanced
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SummaryTheory holds that working together brings better results than working alone. Team structures often account for organizational success in the contemporary corporate environment. Modern organizations favor team structures and teamwork viewing them as key elements for organizational success.
This paper identifies and explains the basic attributes of a team structure (common vision and mission, defined roles or functions, complementary skills, equal effort, synergy and equal responsibility), which along with the advanced attributes (team leadership, mutual performance monitoring, backup behavior, adaptability and team orientation) facilitate team effectiveness. The paper analyzes also the cognitive aspects involved in team structures identifying interpersonal conflict, open conflict, team diversity, and trust as the cognitive barriers that the organization should overcome in order to avoid as ineffective teamwork and/or failure of a team structure.
Keywords: effective teamwork, synergy, interpersonal conflict, adaptability, trust
This paper identifies and explains the basic attributes of a team structure (common vision and mission, defined roles or functions, complementary skills, equal effort, synergy and equal responsibility), which along with the advanced attributes (team leadership, mutual performance monitoring, backup behavior, adaptability and team orientation) facilitate team effectiveness. The paper analyzes also the cognitive aspects involved in team structures identifying interpersonal conflict, open conflict, team diversity, and trust as the cognitive barriers that the organization should overcome in order to avoid as ineffective teamwork and/or failure of a team structure.
Keywords: effective teamwork, synergy, interpersonal conflict, adaptability, trust
«Panera Bread began back in 1981. It started out as a small sandwich shop. After going public the company grew in size with the addition of more stores. It is currently headquartered in Missouri. Revenue has seen a tremendous change for the better....» Document abstract
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Language : english
marketing
case study
date published
19/02/2008
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level : General public
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SummaryPanera Bread began back in 1981. It started out as a small sandwich shop. After going public the company grew in size with the addition of more stores. It is currently headquartered in Missouri. Revenue has seen a tremendous change for the better. This year alone revenue is expected to come out near one billion U.S. dollars. In order to achieve its great success the company had to implement many successful strategies. These strategies include; identifying the opportunities and threats, analyzing the target market, determining position in the market, deciding on a growth strategy and figuring out the marketing mix.
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