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Leadership within Law Enforcement, 2008.
A review of leadership within law enforcement, focusing on Jim Collins' book entitled "Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't."
1,432 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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This paper discusses leadership as it is found (or perhaps should be found) within law enforcement. The paper focuses on the views of Jim Collins in his book entitled "Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't." The paper suggests that the business community has much to offer the institution of leadership within law enforcement.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Finding Leaders
Cultivating Leaders
Turnover vs. Churn
Facing Facts
Conclusion
From the Paper
"It is not accidental that the concept of core mission recurs in the discussion of leadership. If nothing else persists of this paper's discussion of leadership and law enforcement, preserve the idea that leadership in law enforcement must clearly define and disseminate the core values and core mission of their entities and make every effort to ensure that the individuals responsible for realizing that common vision are the best possible candidates, empowered to question authority and effect change and progress and armed with facts. Then they can make what would otherwise be empty slogans into a reality that the community can see in action and rally around. In this way, those remarkable individuals who stand in the intersections of our society can be made powerful and positive agents for the safety and preservation of the communities to which they have been entrusted."
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Socio-Technical Exploration of Work Approaches, 2008.
A comparative analysis of workplace approaches to the impact of information technology on an organization.
3,648 words (approx. 14.6 pages), 22 sources, APA, $ 101.95
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This paper discusses the challenges that can and will impact an organization due to the emergence of technology on the global market. It specifically discusses the approach that leaders need to take in managing the team approach and how leaders must integrate and manage the technical aspect with the human (social) aspect within an organization.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
How Socio-Technical Fits Into The Organization And Varied Team-Based Approaches
The Socio-Technical Principles
Manage the System
The Team-based Workplace and Types of Teams
Team types - Team Structure, Size, Culture, Work Type
Teams and Technology
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"Olsen (1992) analyzes the way Project Management can be used to control project requirements through the use of software designed especially for that purpose. He says that Project Management is the only discipline that focuses on getting things done and that this has contributed to its success and adoption by a variety of organizations. The need to control project requirements is related to the goals of the project and to the need to avoid problems. Project Management is to be used when building a team working toward a single goal, when you can define exactly what needs to be done, and when you can then manage the interrelated tasks to achieve that goal (pp. 35-38)."
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China's History and Today's Business, 2008.
This paper discusses China's historical past and its current business success.
3,037 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 89.95
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This document discusses China's current economic success and expansion from the perspective of its historical continuity and identity. The writer contends that the early consolidation of China under the Emperor Huangdi is the initial shift that provides the foundation for the national and cultural consistency that supports business enterprise in the market. Additionally, the writer discusses that structural economic and social reforms instituted under Deng Xiaoping are utilized as part of this evolutionary development that allows China to effectively leverage its labor force as a competitive advantage to dominate manufacturing and trade. The writer concludes that China's historical past relevant to its unification ensured that it would develop the strong national identity required to support a market economy that could leverage its workforce to gain competitive advantage.
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Abstract
Introduction & Aim
Historical Foundations
Reform Era
Current Economic Growth
Conclusion
From the Paper
" This research project examines the current economic and professional success both at a national levels as well as a global level within the context of its historical past and its evolutionary development as a nation. It is argued that China's early unification under a single Emperor during the 3rd century B.C. laid the foundation for national and cultural unity which provides much of the necessary social continuity for the country's current economic success. Additionally, the reforms implemented by Deng Xiaoping are seen as the requisite structural changes which China needed to institute if it were going to successfully navigate the global economy and integrate itself within the international trade framework. Finally, the economic expansion that China is currently experiencing is touched upon as a result of these historical and structural advancements and the social factors of Chinese society are as a key component of Chinese enterprise now and in the future."
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Supply Chain Efficiency, 2008.
This paper discusses the matter of supply chain efficiency, while looking at the companies Office Depot and Wal-Mart.
850 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 30.95
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In this article, the writer discusses the supply chain issues and solutions of several industry competitors in the retail environment. The writer first looks at industry competitor Office Depot, which has leveraged technology applications to integrate its sales floor and sales staff into its supply chain solutions. The second industry competitor discussed is Wal-Mart which has used technology applications to make its supply chain more efficient and responsive which reduces or eliminates the need for inventories at all.
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Office Depot
Wal-Mart
From the Paper
"These and other technological innovations have allowed Office Depot to complete integrate its retail environment into its supply chain which has led to the union of all its relative sales channels: fixed locations, e-commerce, and catalogue/mail order, into one seamless sales environment for its customers. This seamless environment is carried over to the sales floor of Office Depot locations where its sales people have real-time access to stock and inventory levels as well as order and deliver status data which also implies that its sales associates are also part of the supply chain. Such an integrated environment not only increases the productivity and the effectiveness of employees but it elevates the overall experience of the customer as well and in this fashion Office Depot has responded not only efficiently but appropriately to its supply chain challenges."
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Harrah Entertainment: The Gambling Industry, 2008.
A strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats (SWOT) and growth analysis for Harrah's Entertainment Inc.
1,899 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 60.95
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This paper analyzes Harrah's Entertainment Inc. and its growth in the gaming industry. The paper provides a strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats (SWOT) analysis for the company and then looks at financial considerations that are relevant for its establishments. Finally, the paper briefly discusses Harrah's activity ratios and growth ratios.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
SWOT Analysis
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Financial Ratios
Profitability Ratios
Liquidity Ratio
Leverage Ratios
Activity Ratio
Growth Ratios
Conclusion
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"Harrah's is a well managed company that is has moved to the extreme top of the gambling and gaming industry. It is has accomplished this through a series of strategic acquisitions including its purchase of Caesars as well as its move into the Asia-Pacific Rim. It is clear that Harrah's is intent on not only increasing profitability but in returning value to shareholders over the long-term and that is why this would be a strong investment target. Additionally, Harrah's sound management indicates that it would be a positive place to work with much room for growth and advancement given its diverse operations. Furthermore, because Harrah's values customer service and, in fact, relies on its customer service to ensure revenue continuity, it could be said that customer service is actually Harrah's primary line of business and that all its other activities are pursuant to its treatment of its guests."
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A Look at the Three Types of Organization Systems, 2008.
An explanation of the three types of organization systems.
1,791 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 11 sources, MLA, $ 57.95
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This paper explains the three types of organization systems: the natural system, the rational system, and the open system. The paper begins by offering a sociological definition of the concept of organization and then describes the aforementioned organization systems and, in so doing, compares and contrasts each of them. The author concludes that the natural system, because it treats workers better and appreciates their needs, is the best theoretical construct to be pursued in practice by management types.
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"Before proceeding too far, it is necessary to find out what is meant by the term, "organization". Finding a good - and succinct - sociological definition is quite difficult, but it appears as though an organization can be defined as an artificial, rational construction governed by policies and regulations that is also formulated with the intent of achieving some goal or objective. Going further, recent generations of sociologists have insisted that organizations are not simply formal creations bound by formal rules, but informal entities bound by informal internal cultures that can sometimes get in the way of pre-established blueprints (for a brief discussion of what the word "organization" appears to mean to sociologists, please see, "Organizations as Human and Social Systems II," 145). In a real sense, organizations are a hybrid of the rigid and the formulaic, and the dynamic and human."
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Business in the Czech Republic and the U.S., 2008.
An analysis of the cultural differences between the Czech Republic and the United States, with regards to entering the Czech pizza market.
1,508 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 49.95
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The paper reveals that, although it is five years after the democratic revolution, elements of the economic, political and social aspects still linger within the Czech Republic. The paper then analyzes the cultural differences between the Czech Republic and the United States in order to gain a better understanding of the necessary business risks, which Chicago Style Pizza will face following its expansion into the Czech Republic.
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History of the Czech Republic
Comparative Advantages in the Czech Republic
Hofstede's Evaluation
Trade Barriers in the Czech Republic
Economics of the Pizza Market in the Czech Republic: Demand, Cost Structure, and Elasticities
Conclusion
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"The Czech Republic was occupied by the Germans in 1939; this resulted in more than 350,000 citizens (250,000 Jews) losing their lives. After World War II, the Germans had to leave the Czech Republic. By 1948, communism was the style of government within the Czech Republic; this resulted in different economic and social policies than the Western world.
"Given this history, it is probably thought that there are major differences between the United States and the Czech Republic. The population is 90% Bohemian, 4% Moravian, and 2% ethnic Slovak. Sixty percent (60%) of the population consider themselves Christian, but is heavily influenced by the communist past, of atheism. "Czechs value education, cleverness, social standing, modesty, and humor", the combination of these traits make them somewhat different from Americans, ("Czech Republic, 2006)."
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Analysis of Monetary Policy, 2008.
An analysis of the importance of a monetary policy.
838 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 29.95
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This paper examines why monetary policy is an important aspect of macroeconomic stability. The paper looks at why the tools, procedures and the body for enforcing these tools and procedures are very important aspects of any society. The paper then explains that monetary policy is a tool utilized by policy makers to correct inflationary or recessionary gaps. Next, the paper points out that the tools of monetary policy are used throughout an economy for other purposes; hence there are drawbacks to using it for macroeconomic stability. The paper also explores whether the marginal benefit from monetary policy exceeds the marginal cost of using the tools of monetary policy. In addition, the paper looks at how monetary policy also has 'spillover' effects for other markets, such as the financial markets or general business operation. In conclusion, the paper shows that lowering inflation or closing recessionary gaps have been the primary focus of the policies.
Outline:
Introduction
A description of Monetary Policy: A General Overview:
- Open Market Operations
- Required Reserve Ratio (RRR)
- Discount Rate (DR)
Macroeconomic stability and Monetary Policy: A Look at the 1970s and 1980s
Monetary Policy Efficiency: How the Change Did or Could Have Impacted Me
From the Paper
"Monetary policy is used during inflationary or recessionary periods to correct the problem. Ideally during inflationary periods the Federal Bank and policymakers want to decrease the money supply and increase interest rates, so that borrowing/spending can be constrained. During recessionary periods, policymakers will try to do the opposite, that is increase the money supply, so that interest rates can rise and increase investment and spending, which will have a spill-over effect on employment (BOG: Federal Reserve System, 2006, p. 15)."
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Globalization and Corporations, 2008.
This paper explores globalization and its effect on multinational corporations.
730 words (approx. 2.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 26.95
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The paper defines globalization and looks at the problems associated with this phenomenon. The paper then discusses the power of multinational corporations and claims that the current American administration has advanced the interests of these corporations, to the detriment of American interests.
Outline:
Define Globalization
Problems Associated with Globalization
The Constitution and Globalization
From the Paper
"Globalization is the process going on primarily through the last several decades by which large corporations have integrated markets, production, and distribution across national and regional borders, achieving in the process huge profits and also achieving and exercising control over markets to a degree that has come to overshadow the powers of developing nation-states. Multi-national corporations have achieved integration of markets in that they have managed a very high degree of penetration of consumer and financial markets. They have achieved integration of production in that they have organized systems for carrying on the manufacturing and the intellectual processes for making goods and services. They have achieved integration of distribution through control of transportation systems and the development of protocols for the manipulation of tangible and intangible items of value through various bureaucracies."
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Management and Supervision, 2008.
A review of basic management styles.
2,038 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 64.95
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This paper reviews the basic business principles of supervision, business organization and management styles. It provides anecdotal evidence that the modern workplace is a dynamic environment that depends even more upon the performance of the individual employee than the companies of the past. Streamlined management structures, motivated employees, appropriate technology and strong leadership are now just the ante into the high stakes game of poker that is American business.
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"Business can be defined as a commercial venture to generate income and create wealth by coordinating labor, material and equipment to produce goods or services that a customer will pay money in exchange for the good or service. This generic definition applies to the smallest mom and pop garage based enterprise, to the multinational goliath corporations that dominate the news headlines. Unless the business is a solo practitioner, every business has employees and management to coordinate their activities. The basic principle of all successful businesses is strong leadership, created an environment of success and provide the proper tools for the employees to achieve more than the previous generation could imagine. We are living in the information age, and the productivity of the modern day employee would bewilder the titans of industry of the later half of the Nineteen Century."
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Working Capital Policy, 2008.
A discussion of the importance of a working capital policy within a business.
1,982 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 62.95
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This paper explores a comprehensive working capital policy and presents issues related to cash management techniques and long and short term financing. The paper also looks at elements of the ethical implications of the methodologies being devised. In addition, the paper examines the relative advantages and disadvantages of the methodologies employed within each categorization, as it relates to the working capital policy employed. The paper explains that working capital policy has become important as financial managers try to accurately monitor risk and exposure, and use policies for improved decision-making. The paper then points out that these policy actions and implications have gained much needed use, as organizations, try to utilize financing options and increase the overall efficiency of organizations.
Outline:
Introduction
Working Capital Policy
Ethical Issues
Conclusion
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" Financing within a firm or organization is one of the most expansive areas, and has some of the more pronounced and augmented processes embedded within the overall strategic development of financial management. However, there are some aspects that are frequently used and require special attention - cash management techniques, methods of short-term financing, and working capital policy. These areas become even more important, because they are utilized by most, if not all firms, irrespective of size and or general business objective."
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Investment in the United Arab Emirates, 2008.
Examines the possibility and potential of foreign direct investment (FDI) in the United Arab Emirate (UAE).
1,465 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 48.95
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This paper discusses several factors which must be examined when considering investment in a foreign market. The paper paper explains that some of the areas of concern for companies interested in undertaking foreign direct investment include exchange rates and exchange rate risks, the banking and finance sector of the market, interest rates, and income levels of the local population. The paper then uses these factors to examine the United Arab Emirates (UAE) market. The author concludes that, because of increasing inflation and ongoing dependence on foreign labor, a local joint venture (JV) partner might be the most advisable FDI route as opposed to another vehicle entry strategy in the UAE.
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Abstract
Introduction & Purpose
Investment Factors
Investment in the UAE
Conclusion
From the Paper
"The global perspective on corporate governance is evolving in tandem with globalization itself and the UAE is actively improving its governance of both local and MNE activity in fashion that improves competitiveness and encourages FDI. With the pace of global expansion and the increasingly complex integration of the world's major economies, corporate governance and oversight are necessary measures to ensure an equitable, level playing field for all participants in the global economy."
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