More specifically, it is a process of determining, acquiring, analyzing and synthesizing, and disseminating relevant data, information, and insights to decision makers in ways that mobilize the organization to take appropriate actions that, in turn, maximizes performance. If organized for retrieval, data collected from the day-to-day operations of the organization constitute a decision support system (DSS). A business intelligence system (BIS) is designed to provide the manager with ongoing information about events and trends in the technological, economic, political and legal, demographic, cultural, social, and, most critically, competitive arenas. Research studies are used to supplement DSS and BIS.” There should be a question about the definition of research because it can cover a broad range of things. Research without a goal is ineffective so when attempting to conduct research one must define what kind of research they wish to accomplish.
c. Promotion Process: this process tends to be long because Japanese tend to do a lot of evaluation before to promote someone. They want to make sure, that the person in charge knows their responsibilities How should Ken and John adapt Chiba’s California practices to their situation? What problems will they run into (cultural and otherwise)? Chiba International Inc. is a Japanese company and it counts with Ken Morikawa as the general manager and John Sinclair as a personnel manager. They are trying to figure out the best way to convey the best Japanese practice such as full efficient and operative management.
My recommendation to improve work flow is to utilize assembling and balancing strategies in Shuzworld’s Shanghai Production Facility (SSPF). Due to the circumstances surrounding this issue, I have chosen this decision analysis tool because the goal of using a layout strategy is “to develop an effective and efficient layout that will meet the firm’s competitive requirements” (JGT2 power point presentation). Proper job layouts must support a business's competitive priorities: process, flexibility, customer contact, and quality of work life. Although there are a variety of layouts to choose from, I recommend using the Product Oriented Layout in order to maximize the long run efficiency of operations by achieving the following: Higher utilization of space, equipment and people, improved flow of materials, information and people, improved employee morale and safer working conditions, improved customer interaction, and more flexibility. The current budget produces 6 workboots in one hour with a 40 hour work week making this the most appropriate layout for the production of footwear as it allows for the relationship between our best personnel and machine utilization for the repetitive and continuous production of our product.
Japan There are many advantages in a company seeking to expand into the Japanese Market, it is one of the world’s large economies. There are also cross cultural issues in an American Company marketing to Japanese Society. A company can very easily “make it” or “break it” if not sensitive to the culture and etiquette in their marketing strategies. The Japanese Culture is ancient and full of traditions that make up why someone of this descent may act or carry themselves in a certain way. This would also affect the decisions an individual makes regarding product selection.
Change Management Plan Riordan Manufacturing Team C University of Phoenix MGT/311 04/10/2013 Claudia Camacho Riordan Manufacturing Section I: Change Management Plan The purpose of this report is to implement and recognize the potential influences of corporate culture over time and history of the Riordan Manufacturing Company on employee behavior. Global expansion strategies for the company will be considered and evaluation of several factors before finalizing on the expansion process. Each factor will be evaluated intensively, which also requires analysis of the current situation, the change process and the desired situation. The report also includes a required efficient integration of the several different divisions using competitive
Strategic Plan: Part II Anonymous BUS/475 February 23, 2000 n.a. Strategic Plan: Phase II Several trends and forces, both external and internal factors can lead businesses on different pathways. Trends and forces are necessities that must be analyzed by organization and fostered as a tool to increase revenue. Organizations that respond and react to changes and modify their strategic plan when necessary will remain superior in the industry and competition. In order for a business to thrive in today’s shifting business environment, the administration of that particular organization must have the capability to respond to changes in the trends and forces in the business setting.
Riordan Strategic Plan Team C MGT/498 November 20, 2013 Instructor Riordan Strategic Plan Strategic planning is necessary for a company’s growth and success. Businesses clearly must define company goals and conduct extensive research to get a grasp of industry trends, which allows them to take advantage of available business opportunities. They can achieve this by carefully analyzing a particular business industry, and an honest assessment of their company's strengths and weaknesses in meeting the needs of the industry. The strategic plan will allow Riordan Manufacturing to focus on a particular niche in the marketplace, which makes sales, advertising, and customer management more effective. The plan allows
As manager I will analyze the business process and identify possible improvements for classes and equipment, understand the needs of members to increase membership enrollment, and identify technology improvements to keep competitive advantage. Upon completion, I will present recommendations of the forces affecting the competitive position of the Fitness Center to Mr. Ellis and develop a generic strategy to improve profits. Porters Five Forces Porter Five Force Model is a tool used to analyze the competitive forces in the situation of which the business operates in. The model will help identify the current competitive power the business possesses in its industry. The five forces model can help determine the business strengths or weaknesses in a situation.
Management and Leadership University of Phoenix Management Theory, Application and Practice MGT/330 November 20, 2010 Boeing’s Management and Leadership This paper is intended to differentiate between Boeings management and leadership, as well as, describe the roles and responsibilities that organizational managers and leaders play in creating and maintaining a healthy organizational culture. In addition, I will be evaluating the effects of globalization and management across international borders. Moreover, it is my goal to suggest and/or recommend at least two strategies that organizational managers and/or leaders can use to create and maintain a healthy organizational culture. I will support my recommendations with the concepts
Table of contents 1a) Compare and contrast Lions Gate Entertainment Corporation and Biogen Idec Incorporated the different organizational structures and culture 10 1b) Analyze the relationship between an organization’s structure and culture as well as the effect of business performance 13 1c) Related to the given organization, analyze the factors which might influence individual behavior at work 15 2a) Analyze how organizational theory underpins principles and practice of organizing and management 18 2b) Compare the different approaches to management and theories of organization used by Lions Gate Entertainment Corporation and Biogen Idec Incorporated 19 3a) Discuss different styles and the effectiveness of these leadership approaches adopted by lions Gate Entertainment Corporation and Biogen Idec Incorporated 20 References 22 Task 1: 1a) Compare and contrast Lions Gate Entertainment Corporation and Biogen Idec Incorporated the different organizational structures and culture Lions Gate Lions Gate is a Canadian- American entertainment company. It is one of the most commercially successful independent film and television distribution companies in North America. It was formed in Vancouver, Canada but is headquartered in California, USA; Lions Gate has a number of subsidiaries located in both Canada and the United States, and the company is also a partner in several other ventures. Lions Gate has three main distinct business lines: motion pictures, television programming and home entertainment; and the task nature of each line is very different with others. Lions Gate’s subsidiaries work in different business lines, for example, Artisan Entertainment and Mandate Pictures product and distribute motion pictures, Lions Gate Television makes TV series and movies and Lions Gate Home Entertainment is s video distributor.