Article Review Form Name: Pernisha Ailsworth Due Date: 2/6/15 Article Title: The Incredible Expanding Adventures of the X Chromosome Number: (1) Human Growth Briefly state the Main Idea of this Article: The main idea of this article is to enlighten readers that there are numerous of human phenomena that are elucidated through the prism of the X chromosome. Christopher Bradcock spent decades researching links between genetics and psychology. After he came in contact with Anna Freud, his mind began to dip deeper. The author praises the X chromosome due to its amazing abilities and virtues in the human body. The X chromosome is a factor in IQ, different patterns of expression in the body, mental disorder, etc.
The Reorganization of Motors and More Inc. Metamorphosis Plan Ray& Rox This HR plan lays out how Motors and More will transform their business to fulfill the needs of all constituents. This plan uses the concepts of many successful organizations and experts in the field. The addition of an HR team puts Motors and More not only in the manufacturing business, but also in the people business. This focus of this plan is to give Motors and More the ability to grow the organization through improved performance and productivity. Table of Contents I.
They have been synonymous with innovations for more than six decades. The organization produce electronic goods such as oscillators which has improved the way audio frequencies are measured to a calculator that has been coined the “first personal computer.” They create organizational value by taking component parts from the environment, skilled or semiskilled labor, and technical knowledge and at the conversion stage they create value by using their manufacturing skills to organize and assemble those inputs into outputs (computers). Their mission statement is to earn customer loyal; achieve sufficient profit to finance growth; recognize and seize opportunities to grow; lead in the marketplace by developing and delivering useful and innovating products, services and solutions; commit to employees by rewarding and promoting based on their performance and create a work environment that reflects their values; develop leaders who achieve business results; and fulfill their responsibility by being an asset to each country and community they do business in. Hewlett Packard's Inputs: Obtained from its environment Raw materials (component parts) Human resources (skilled or semiskilled workers) Information and knowledge (training, knowledge of technology industry) Money and capital (shareholders' investments) Customers Hewlett Packard's conversion process: Transforms inputs and adds value to them Machinery Computers Human skills and abilities Hewlett's Packard's outputs: Released to its environment Innovative
Popular culture also can be a term that refers to what other cultures look up to, from a personal experience, people who grew up in another country always say how the American culture has the most influential trends around the world. Trends are also part of those “elements” that popular culture encompasses. USA today, wrote an article called “25 Trends that Changed America” (Nasser, 2007), out of those 25 trends there were tree that stood out as the major trends currently affecting the American culture, number ten on the list: “tech creates a cult of me”(Nasser, 2007, para 10) because it is without doubt that technology has changed every
Apple recognised early advantages of globalisation and implemented various strategies to expand internationally which results in wide range of their stores all over the world now. Globalisation has allowed Apple to globally source materials and achieve cost advantages. By Apple knowing the influence of globalisation they have been able to respond good. Quality expectations are another influence that impacts on a business. Quality refers to how well designed and made a product is and the expectations that people have of a business will influence the way that the products are designed and created for customers.
Diversity is generally defined as accepting & valuing the differences among people in terms of ethnicity, class, gender, skills, abilities and age. In today’s world due to globalization of markets the workforce are increasingly becoming heterogeneous. Diversity in progressive organizations is gaining much attention & they are spending huge amount on diversifying their workforce. Thus diversity has been recognized to be the most important organizational resource to gain and maintain a competitive edge (Richa, 2013). According to many studies diversity can help organizations in many ways like in creativity, better understanding competitions in the market, solving problems effectively and strengthen the organization (Fabrice & Emmanuel, 2013).
Eastman Kodak Analysis Report Walden University Professor Hinkes Nita Burnette June 10, 2012 Vision: Kodak visualization of its self “is an inclusive environment in which we leverage diversity to achieve company business objectives and maximize the potential of individuals and the organization.” Kodak.com Mission: Kodak’s duty is “to integrate diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the business in order to: fully engage the energies of Kodak's employees and a diverse supplier base, meet competitive challenges in the marketplace, maximize shareholder value.” Kodak.com Kodak is a publicly traded company that sales its securities or equity in order to raise capital which is both an advantage and disadvantage. Securing funds from outside sources when capital is need can be an advantage but having to disclose the company financial information and competitors gain information to your financial stability is a disadvantage. Kodak was founded in 1889 by George Eastman. (Wikipedia.com). According to Wikipedia, Mr. Eastman was an innovator, entrepreneur and a philanthropist showing concerns for fellow human beings, establishing schools in dentistry, medicine and music.
• Understanding the needs of different user segments. These insights have been tested in more than 6000 research studies and field tests, so they are amongst the most reliable in the social sciences. What qualities make innovations spread? Diffusion of Innovations takes a radically different approach to most other theories of change. Instead of focusing on persuading individuals to change, it sees change as being primarily about the evolution or “reinvention” of products and behaviors so they become better fits for the needs of individuals and groups.
Generations and Geography The white paper, titled “Generations and Geography Understanding the Diversity of Generations around the Globe” presents Tammy Erickson’s research findings, which identify geographic location as a significant factor that influences the formation of both a generation’s beliefs and behavior. Erickson uses these findings to argue that the emerging global economy necessitates that employers understand and accommodate geographically specific generational models as a means to attract and retain employees. I strongly agree with this argument and believe that it should be refined to focus specifically on Generation-Y (born between: 1980 – 1995), as they will soon be the largest faction of the global workforce. As a member of the Generation-Y it’s easy for me to draw parallels between my own characteristics and those Erickson lists as key for the U.S. Generation-Y. However, the experiences I remember as a child don’t support Erickson’s argument that the geographic factions of Generation-Y have the largest number of commonly shared experiences.
Figure 1 Harvard Business Review, 2008 Industry Environment Evaluating an industries environment is based on well-defined analytical tools as described in Thompson, 2012, (p. 34). What are the competitive forces and how strong are these forces, What forces are changing in the industry and the impact these changes will have on profitability, what market positions do rivals occupy, their strategic moves, key factors in future success and outlook to good profitability. Competitors Has Apple been able to stay competitive in this industry? Yes, as stated by Gamble, 2012, “Apple’s proprietary operating system and strong graphics-handling capabilities” have differentiated them from their rivals, but allowed them to move forward and change with the industry. Tom Coughlin in Forbes Daily Posts states that though “There are some limitations to a company’s ability to change what it does, Apple proves the point that” they can continue to become a high-mobility company” and not become stagnant within the industry.