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Organizational Change and Communication Plans, 2008.
A research study that examines whether instructors of distance education perceive a communication action plan as being supportive of organizational change.
5,247 words (approx. 21.0 pages), 25 sources, APA, AU$ 209.95
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This paper presents a research study that assesses whether the presence of a communication action plan influences employee responses to organizational change. The paper focuses attention on employees' acceptance of organizational change. The paper also describes the research design, the method of data collection and the survey methodology. An annotated bibliography is included with the paper.
Outline:
Introduction
Statement of the Research Problem
Definition of Key Terms
Brief Overview of Related Literature
Methodology
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"Communication plans that are developed by the organization instill the need for change throughout the organization, enable individuals to understand the impact of the change, and communicate any structural and job changes that will affect the employees (Cawsey & Deszca, 2008). Distance education providers are targeted to continue to grow at approximately 16% a year over the next 10 years (Howell, Williams, & Lindsay, 2003). Over 1.5 million out of 19 million postsecondary students took at least one distance education course in the 1999-2000 school year (Ashby, 2002). The current higher education infrastructure cannot accommodate the growing college-aged population and enrollments, making more distance education programs necessary (Howell et al, 2003). As current distance educational providers attempt to accommodate this growth and make their distance education models scalable, organizational change will be ongoing."
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Organizational Trends, 2008.
This paper looks at trends in business, focusing on the function of ethics in organizations and the impact of technology on work-related stress.
1,204 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 66.95
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This paper first explores the influence of ethics on decision-making in businesses. The paper reveals that a business with a sound ethical policy will attract consumers, shareholders who wish to invest in a company that is unlikely to be investigated for ethics violations, and potential top-quality employees. The paper then examines the impact of technology on work-related stress.
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"Ethics education has long been a mainstay of most business curriculums on both the undergraduate and graduate level. But arguably, it has only been a pressing concern in the real world of business in recent years, where scandals such as the Enron debacle and various CEO abuses of corporate expense accounts at Tyco have brought ethics to the consciousness of the boardroom and the public, as well as to academics. According to Alfred Gini, a philosophy professor at Loyola University in Chicago and associate editor of Business Ethics Quarterly: "Because of Enron, all MBA programs, all schools of business, are looking at themselves and saying, 'What happened here, and why did it happen,'" and many CEOs and managers are doing the same (Torres 2005:1)."
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Airline Demand Analysis, 2008.
This paper explores airlines' utilization of economic factors in yield management.
1,048 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 4 sources, APA, AU$ 58.95
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The paper examines how United Airlines and American Airlines employ strategies of yield management. The paper notes the central role of economic factors in the overall productivity and operatives within the airline industry and shows how these factors are highly susceptible to the specifics of travelers.
Outline:
Introduction
Yield Management
Methods of Operation Directives
Market
Players
Closing
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"The airline industry is saturated with different techniques for capitalizing on economical conditions, which are subject to various components. Each sector within the airline industry is constantly refining their yield management productivity. Among these are the traditional carriers that operate in accordance to economical factors, modifying practices in order to achieve the highest level of profitability. The modifications of their practices are subject to the degree of changes that are implemented through pricing and adjustment to capacity. "
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Late Mover Advantages in e-Commerce, 2008.
A complete research project validating late mover advantages in e-commerce.
10,525 words (approx. 42.1 pages), 11 sources, APA, AU$ 337.95
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This paper explains that, although early mover advantage is often seen as the preferred method of market entry, in e-commerce, late movers can outperform and gain a higher level of trust with customers, by synchronizing all relevant systems through the use of the late mover process framework defined in this dissertation. This research is based on seven major hypotheses relating to a late mover e-commerce strategy. The author describes a multi-phased approach to the research design, based on qualitative research completed through the case study method in addition to the use of statistical analysis on a late mover company's relevant data in terms of transaction volumes and velocities of order management systems specifically. Several figures, tables, and graphs are included with the paper.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
The Use of PIMS in Evaluating New Market Entrants
Apple's iPod: Sustainable First Mover Advantage based on Process Efficiency
Contributions to Research
Statement of Research Question and/or Hypotheses
Research Design
Methodology
Research Objectives
Secondary Data Collection
Primary Data Collection
Research Strategies for the Literature Study
Procedure
Quantitative Research
Results
Table: Late Mover Advantage in Mass Customization
Late Mover Trust Infrastructure Components
Late Mover Factors in Velocity
Late Mover Displacement Strategies
Early Mover Mistakes that Lead to Late Mover Wins
Late Mover Processes that Lead to Trusted Advisor Status
Late Mover Failed Processes
Discussion
Figure: Proposed Late Mover Process Framework
Defining the Late Mover Maturity Model
Late Mover Maturity Model Assumptions
Late Mover Maturity Model Implications for Manufacturing and E-Commerce
Qualitative Research Using Interviews
Discussion
Abstract
Appendices
Appendix: PIMS Variables Analyzed
Timescale
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"Despite much of the secondary research showing that aggressive pricing is ineffective, this is the most common late market entrant strategy, according to industry experts this is because late movers assume that markets they are entering are much more price elastic than they really are. While in high tech this practice of entering new markets by aggressive pricing strategies sometimes is responded to with bundling (which is a strategic error in the part of early movers protecting market share) the most common defensive strategy is to create more opportunities for customers to participate in the product development process."
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Communication in Business, 2008.
This paper looks at the role of effective communication in an organization.
826 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 47.95
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The paper discusses how effective communication is important in an organization to maintain the business and its revenue. The paper looks at Marty Blalock's reasons for the importance of effective communication within an organization. The paper also shows how communication should be effective on all levels, both within the company and towards the external world.
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"Firstly, the organization consists of a variety of persons with different personalities, paradigms, and needs. In other words, organizations consist of people, as Marty Blalock (2005) puts it. The larger the organization, the greater the likelihood that these needs and paradigms will come into conflict. If not handled properly, conflict can lead to organizational dysfunction. On the other hand, effective communication can turn conflict situations in opportunities to work better together as a team within the organization. Effective communication is therefore important to ensure that internal relationships within the company contribute to the wellbeing of the company itself."
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Starting a Software Company, 2008.
This paper is a software company business proposal whose main premise is to help other companies develop more effective customer care.
1,435 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 3 sources, APA, AU$ 76.95
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This paper argues that an entirely new type of software application is needed; one that would help companies meet their needs to stay in better touch with their customers. The paper then goes on to describe a proposed software product for a new software company that would help companies capture new product ideas and generally help them compete globally by making their customer service stronger.
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Summary
Making Internet-based Applications for Customer Service
Capturing the Voice of the Customer
Making Customer Service Really Happen
Helping Companies Capture New Product Ideas
Helping Companies Compete Globally
Conclusion
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"The majority of companies fail to see their customers as the best source of new product ideas or entirely new ways of servicing products. Clearly what is needed are a series of applications that give customers an opportunity to share their new product ideas and get rewarded for it in the process. Instead of just asking customers what new features or functions they want in a product, the proposed applications would ask the customers to define in greater detail just exactly what they are looking for. The customers could then define, in highly specific terms, what enhancements or product additions are needed. The best ideas would be included in the product, and the customer would be given recognition and possibly a cash reward if their suggested new feature opened up an entirely new market. The proposed software applications need to provide customers with the ability to provide these insightful suggestions and also a way to track these ideas so they could receive recognition for them. At the present time it is unlikely that any other software application has the ability to track the innovations that their customers recommend. Best of all, once a customer makes a recommendation for a new product or service and the idea gets included; the customer will feel they also are part of the creation process. Asking customers to participate in how to make products and services above all says that a company honors their opinion and looks forward to their feedback."
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Niccolo Machiavelli's "The Prince", 2008.
Applies strategies presented by Niccolo Machiavelli in his classic "The Prince" to modern business.
2,085 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 105.95
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This paper explains that Niccolo Machiavelli's "The Prince" offers a scientific code of action, which distinctly covers axioms for leadership and the leadership process that are relevant today in the business environment. The paper also points out, however, that there are temporal limitations affecting certain validities of Machiavelli's work, especially around his acceptance of war to answer all problems and his belief that all men are evil. Nevertheless, the paper concludes that the concepts that Machiavelli details in his book can be used to motivate an organization's employee, to find ways by which employee productivity can be increased, and to find strategic actions by which the leader's strategic vision can be developed on the market, towards reaching a high level of profitability and, generally, towards increasing the performances of the company.
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"Both today and in Machiavelli's times, a cost opportunity evaluation would have helped the decision making process. In using in-house activities, you are able to follow more closely on the production process and better coordinate it. The employees are likely to be more committed in their "fight", to pay more attention to detail and perform better. On the other hand, you cannot use them for other activities, you are limited in your range of activities (as in Machiavelli's times, you took these people away from their fields, for example)."
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Boyatzis and Emotional Intelligence, 2008.
This paper examines the works of Richard E. Boyatzis on emotional intelligence.
793 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 19 sources, APA, AU$ 45.95
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The paper outlines Richard E. Boyatzis' research on the value and significance of emotional intelligence (IE) in the workplace. The paper discusses the articles, studies and chapter of a book entitled "Emotional Intelligence: Theoretical and Cultural Perspectives" that have been authored by Boyatzis. The paper also suggests two secondary articles and sources that refer to the work of Boyatzis on the assessment and measurement of IE and its limitations.
From the Paper
"Richard E. Boyatzis is Professor of Organizational Behavior, Chair of the Department of Organizational Behavior in the Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland. While he is well-known for his research and has published numerous articles on the subject of Emotional intelligence ( EI), other areas of research involvement include adult development and leadership.(Biography) He is one of the leading exponents, with figures like Goleman, of the value and significance of emotional intelligence in the workplace."
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Emotional Intelligence, 2008.
This paper examines several research designs on the impact of emotional intelligence in sales.
1,988 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 8 sources, APA, AU$ 102.95
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The paper looks at a study that showed how people high in emotional intelligence (EI) were high in the work/life balance and less characterized by materialistic values and money obsession. The paper discusses the importance of the study and its application to improving and promoting sales performance. The paper also examines several other studies and discusses their implications that guidelines measuring EI could lead to a company's higher performance.
From the Paper
"In one of his books titled Emotional Intelligence: Why it Can Matter More than IQ (1995), Daniel Goleman highlights the importance of self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy and social skill in management capability, an emphasis which serves to draw attention to previously somewhat neglected non-cognitive aspects of relating. Goleman focused on the specific of emotional intelligence in the workplace as well. He stated that different jobs also favor different types of emotional intelligence. Success in sales for instance requires the empathic ability to gauge a customer's mood and the interpersonal skill to decide when to pitch a product and when to keep quiet (cited in Murray, 1998). On the other hand success in painting or professional tennis requires a more individual form of self-discipline and motivation. "
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Organizational Behavior, 2008.
A critical review and analysis of organizational behavior in the business world.
906 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 52.95
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This paper details and explains how a group can become a high performance team and then examines the impact of demographic characteristics and cultural diversity on group behavior and how these characteristics either contribute to or detract from high-performance teams. The paper concludes that in order to build a high-performance team it is necessary for individuals to be screened for the characteristics described in the paper.
Outline:
Objective
Capacities of Communicative Competent Managers.
High Performance Team Defined
Summary & Conclusion
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"The work entitled: "Developing Effective Multicultural Teams: The Impact of Intercultural Communication Competence on Team Performance in Multinational Organizations" relates that in order to work in an effective manner with individuals who are diverse it is necessary that the manager be informed about the culture of each individual in the group but additionally the manager must be informed about each individual's "...personality, behavior patterns in conflict situations, demographics and life experiences." Mateev writes: "The blend of cultural backgrounds and professional experiences has become a reality in the global business world."
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Transformational and Charismatic Leadership, 2008.
An explanation with quoted examples on the concepts of transformational and charismatic leadership.
1,278 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 70.95
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The paper explains and compares two types of leadership: transformational and charismatic. The paper further discusses the history of transformational and charismatic leadership and explains the qualities and theories of each. In addition, the paper examines how these leadership types apply to sound management practices and then continues with a discussion of the writer's own theory of leadership.
Outline:
Sound Management Practice and Effective Leadership
Leadership and Ethical Culture
Theory of Leadership/Authority
Servant Leadership/Moral Reasoning Process
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"Sound management practice often accompanies effective leadership. Understanding the differences that exist between sound practice and effective leadership helps a leader exercise authority in the workplace. Collins defines effective leadership as leadership that leads to "competency models" within the organization. Competency models are "comprehensive descriptions of the key behaviors leading to success" from individuals working in jobs within an organization and managers leading the organization. Effective leadership encourages employees to study, develop strategies and execute commands leading to greater efficiency and organization within the workforce."
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World Formula One Championships, 2008.
This paper covers the abject failure of Formula One to take hold in the United States.
1,670 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 12 sources, MLA, AU$ 87.95
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This paper examines why Formula One racing has not succeeded in the US and examines the effects that it has on the attempts by global advertisers and FISA to create a truly global sponsorship platform. The paper makes the case that Formula One racing will not be successful in the United States in the future, despite the successful globalization efforts of many of its sponsors. It also demonstrates that F1's failure to capture the US imagination will result in a gradual decline in the importance of the sport to global commercial sponsors (although not for global governmental partners).
Outline:
Introduction
Media Growth through Sports
Interest of the Multinationals
Subject Population and Statistical Analysis
Coming to the United States
Benefits for the Participants
Recent Problems with the US
Conclusion: Making Formula One Relevant for the US Market
From the Paper
"Coming to the United States: Benefits for the Participants
The rewards of extending Formula One1 to the US are clear. Although comprising only 5% of the world population, the US accounts for 30% of global GNP (Julius 2005) . Many of the world's largest and most-successful multinationals are headquartered in the US. And the US is the largest car market in the world (Roberts 2006). The potential for sponsorship should exist both inside and outside the US' borders: from multinational companies already sponsoring F1 teams that wish to extend their marketing reach in the sport to the US, to companies (like AT&T) that are headquartered in the US that would like to extend their brand recognition in an effective way to the rest of the world."
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Social Responsibility, 2008.
A description of the many facets of social responsibility.
837 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 4 sources, MLA, AU$ 47.95
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The paper defines social responsibility and confirms that it includes many different stakeholders with varying needs.The decisions an organization makes may be acceptable by societal standards, but not with the highest point of integrity. The findings presented by the paper provide strong evidence of the many facets of social responsibility. The paper addresses in detail the subject of social responsibility as well as corporate responsibility.
Outline:
Defining Social Responsibility
Separating Personal Ethics from Corporate Social Responsibility
Defining Corporate Citizenship
Working Model of Corporate Responsibility
Responding to Corporate Responsibility Expectations
Reaping the Benefits of Social Responsibility
Is it Profits That Really Matter?
Are We The Salt of the Earth?
From the Paper
"It is one thing for a company to define its social responsibility. It is another thing to define a step-by-step strategy for carrying out this policy. As noted, there are several key stakeholders in the definition of corporate social responsibility: customers, employees, business partners, the environment, communities and investors. Corporate social responsibility is the way to manage these six responsibilities. This is not easy, since there are overlapping and separate obligations. A working model has to be developed for interpreting and implementing the social responsibility actions. "
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Wellness Programs in the Workplace, 2008.
A research study on wellness programs in the workplace and their impact on healthcare costs.
3,675 words (approx. 14.7 pages), 11 sources, APA, AU$ 163.95
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This paper examines wellness programs in the workplace in the form of a literature review on this specific subject. The paper also focuses on the impact that wellness programs have upon healthcare costs. The paper explains that the objectives of this research are specifically in making a determination of the cost-effectiveness of workplace wellness programs and particularly as related to reduction in health care costs for the organization. The paper then looks at how the literature is replete with evidence in support of development and implementation of workplace wellness programs and asserts that the significance of this work lay within the additional knowledge that this research work will add to the existing knowledge base in this subject area. The paper also explains that methodology employed in this research work is one of a qualitative, comprehensive, and interpretive nature in that the researcher will review the available peer-reviewed and scholarly literature in this subject area that is found in journals, periodicals, and other academic material appropriate to support qualitative research findings.
Outline:
Introduction
Research Aims and Objectives
Significance of Research
Methodology:
I. Wellness Program and ROI
II. Reasons for some Programs Failure
III. Important Elements for Ensuring ROI and Success
IV. Screening process is 'Key'
V. Cost-Benefit and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
VI. Components of Wellness Programs Identified
VII. WELCOA: 'Seven Best Practices' Identified
VIII. Benefits Reaped by the Organization
Summary and Conclusion
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"The reason stated by Holtyn for failure of many of the wellness programs is that they are not designed in a comprehensive manner and because the programs "lack standards of practice and evaluation" which limits the ability of the programs to "demonstrate their effectiveness and impact on employee health and well being." (Wellness Program Management Advisor, Health Resources Publishing, 2006) The first area assessed in the wellness programs are stated to be: '...worksite environment' and 'corporate environment'. According to Holtyn: "Working within those two [environment], you can have some pretty robust results in terms of risk reduction. A study of worksite environments includes an examination of onsite vending machines, cafeteria menus, smoking policies and other policy issues within a given company's organization..." (Wellness Program Management Advisor, Health Resources Publishing, 2006)."
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Corporate Responsibility, 2008.
An analysis of the importance, scope and benefits of corporate social responsibility.
1,130 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 8 sources, MLA, AU$ 63.95
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This paper defines and examines the concept of corporate social responsibility. It first discusses the importance and the scope of corporate social responsibility and looks at how it differs from personal ethics and responsibility. The paper then discusses various benefits of corporate responsibility and looks at profits for a company with regards to its ethics.
Table of Contents:
Introduction: Definition of Social Responsibility
Personal Ethics vs Social Responsibility
Corporate Citizenship
Working Model/s
Expectations of Corporate Responsibility
Benefits of Corporate Social Responsibility
Profits and Corporate Responsibility
Conclusion: Are We the Salt of the Earth?
From the Paper
"Supporters of corporate social responsibility uphold that the higher goal of an economic system is to further the general social welfare (University of Miami 2004). Advance economies recognize that the purpose of business lodges beyond maximizing efficiency and profit. More and more, society expects businesses to sustain it. And businesses must rely on the inputs of society for their success and survival. The bottom line is that no business can exist separately from society or the community. On account of this, businesses face the obligation contribute to the well-being of the community on which it heavily depends (University of Miami). That symbiosis is what gives flavor to the world or makes the corporate social responsibility enforcer the veritable "salt of the earth.""
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