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15074. SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS & FAILURE. Based on a review of the scholarly literature, this paper presents an overview and analysis of the key success and failure factors in small business enterprises. Includes a special focus on... (more) |
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15068. FREQUENT FLIER PROGRAMS. This research paper provides an overview and analysis of the history and current use of frequent flyer programs in conjunction with airline marketing. Following an analysis of the early history of... (more) |
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15062. THE U.S. AIRLINE INDUSTRY: PAST, PRESENT & FUTURE. This paper provides a survey overview of the U.S. airline industry, tracing its history through the regulated era (1920-1978), analyzing the objectives and scope of the 1978 Airline Deregulation Act,... (more) |
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15061. CHARACTERISTICS OF HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL START-UPS. Drawing on a broad spectrum of empirical studies, anecdotal reports, and business case studies, this paper describes and analyzes the key characteristics of highly successful start-ups. The basic... (more) |
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14905. CASE ANALYSIS: GRASSROOTS ASSISTANCE IN RURAL CHINA. This paper provides an analysis of a case concerning a Japanese Grants-in-Aid grassroots project assistance for two villages in Dan feng County, an impoverished rural county in China’s Shaanxi... (more) |
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14904. CORNING GLASS WORKS: THE ELECTRONIC PRODUCTS DIVISION (A) & (B) HARVARD CASE STUDIES 477024, 477073. This paper provides a case analysis of two related Harvard Business School case studies (477024 and 477073) by Michael Beer on organizational development at the Electronic Products Division (EPD) of... (more) |
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14903. APPEX CORPORATION HARVARD CASE STUDY 491082. This paper provides a case analysis and solution to a popular Harvard Business School case study (491082) by Nitin Nohria and Julie Gladstone on Appex Corporation, a technology firm providing... (more) |
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14902. MICROSOFT SECURITY RESPONSE CENTER (A) IVEY CASE STUDY 9B01E019. This paper provides an analysis of a Richard Ivey School of Business case study (9B01E019) concerning a suspected security vulnerability in Microsoft’s Internet Information Server (IIS) software. ... (more) |
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14901. DARK SCREEN CYBER-SECURITY CASE STUDY. This paper provides an analysis and case solution to a case study concerning a scenario-based cyber security exercise called Dark Screen. Following an executive summary of the case study, the paper... (more) |
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14900. HARVARD CASE STUDY 488016: UNITED PARCEL SERVICE (A). This paper provides an analysis and case solution to a Harvard Business School case study (488016) on United Parcel Service (UPS). As it celebrated its eightieth anniversary in 1987, small package... (more) |
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14702. MANCO, THE DUCK COMPANY CASE STUDY. This paper provides a case study analysis and solution to a case study on Manco, a distributor of basic consumables such as duct tape, shelf liner and mailer envelopes, and best known for its Manco... (more) |
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14701. JOB EVALUATION. This paper provides an overview and analysis of contemporary job evaluation. The paper examines the purpose for job evaluation and the historical development of the process, the basic techniques and... (more) |
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14258. COLGATE PALMOLIVE: CLEOPATRA SOAP IMD CASE STUDY IMD071. This paper provides a case analysis and solution to an International Institute for Management Development (IMD) case study (IMD071) by Sandra Vandermerwe and J. Carter Powis concerning difficulties... (more) |
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14257. COMMUNITY PRODUCTS, INC. (CPI) & RAINFOREST CRUNCH CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis of a case study concerning long-term strategy at CPI, a company that has enjoyed tremendous initial success and rapid growth marketing its flagship product, the candy... (more) |
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14256. WHISTLER CORPORATION (A) HARVARD CASE STUDY This paper presents an analysis and solution to a Harvard Business School case study (from William Ellet's Case Study Handbook) which describes the circumstances surrounding Whistler Corp.'s decision... (more) |
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14255. HURRICANE ISLAND OUTWARD BOUND SCHOOL HARVARD CASE STUDY 588019 This paper provides an analysis and case solution to a Harvard Business School case study (588019) by Thomas V. Bonoma and Bruce H. Clark. Although the Hurricane Island school is still number one in... (more) |
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14253. BOB KNOWLTON AT SIMMONS LABS CASE STUDY. This case focuses on group dynamics, interpersonal relations and conflict within teams, team and organizational leadership, and organizational communication at a scientific lab. Dr. Jerrold hires a... (more) |
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14252. VICKS INTERNATIONAL; LATIN AMERICA/FAR EAST HARVARD CASE STUDY This paper presents a case analysis and solution to a classic Harvard Business School case study on the Latin America/Far East division of Vicks International. The case concerns a manager’s (McGuire)... (more) |
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14250. HABITAT FOR HUMANITY INTERNATIONAL HARVARD CASE STUDY 9-694-038. This paper provides a case analysis and solution to a Harvard Business School case study (9-694-038) by Gary Loveman and Andrew Slavitt on Habitat for Humanity, a successful non-profit organization. ... (more) |
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14249. THE BOEING 767: FROM CONCEPT TO PRODUCTION (A) & (B) HARVARD CASE STUDY 9-688-040. This paper presents an analysis and solution to a Harvard Business School case study (9-688-040) and related supplement (9-688-041) by David A. Garvin , Lee C. Field, and Janet Simpson on leading... (more) |
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14248. WALL DRUG: FACING THE 1990S CASE STUDY. This paper presents a case analysis and solution to a case study on South Dakota-based Wall Drug concerning possible expansion plans. Following problem identification and overview, the paper presents... (more) |
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14247. U.S. PIONEER ELECTRONICS CORP. HARVARD CASE STUDY 579079. This paper presents an analysis of and solution to a Harvard Business School case study (579079) by Hirotaka Takeuchi on Pioneer Electronics concerning a problem in the company’s U.S. distribution... (more) |
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14246. U.S. PIONEER ELECTRONICS CORP.HARVARD CASE STUDY 579079. This paper presents an analysis and a case solution to a Harvard Business School case study (579079) by Hirotaka Takeuchi on Pioneer Electronics concerning a problem in the company’s U.S.... (more) |
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14245. CULTURE & MANAGEMENT IN SWEDEN. This paper explores how culture influences management, looking at the case of Sweden, with comparisons to the United States. The paper begins with an overview of the cultural and historical... (more) |
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14239. TURNER BROADCASTING SYSTEMS,1988 CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and case solution to a case study of Ted Turner’s visionary cable broadcasting system (TBS, Turner Communications) in 1988. After identifying the existing grand,... (more) |
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14238. TISSOT AND THE SWISS WATCH INDUSTRY CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and case solution to a case study of a major competitor in the Swiss watch industry. Tissot’s major problem is its almost total lack of brand image — a weakness which... (more) |
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14237. SOLA CHEMICAL COMPANY CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and case solution to a case study of a US-based global manufacturer and distributor of industrial chemicals. Set in the year 1970, the case focuses on Sola’s global... (more) |
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14236. SIGNETICS CORPORATION CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and a case solution to a case study of an automotive equipment manufacturer (Signetics Corporation) in the early 1980s. Evaluates and analyzes Signetic’s effort to... (more) |
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14235. PLAYBOY ENTERPRISES, INC., 1992 CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and a solution to a case study of Playboy Enterprises, Inc. (PEI), the parent company of leading men’s magazine, Playboy. The paper provides a strategic audit of... (more) |
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14234. PEOPLE’S TRUST COMPANY CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and case solution to an organizational change and human resources management case study of a trust company (People's Trust) in the 1980s. After a shift in... (more) |
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14233. NORTHERN TELECOM, INC. CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and case solution to a case study of Canadian telecommunications giant, Northern Telecom. The case is set in the late 1980s, a time when Northern Telecom faces two... (more) |
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14232. KINDER CARE CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and a case solution to a case study of a daycare center in the 1980s facing a shrinking target market as a result of demographic changes. Presents a diagnosis and... (more) |
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14231. ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE AT IC ASSEMBLERS CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and a solution to an organizational change case study. Taking the perspective of an organizational development consultant and written as a report to the company CEO,... (more) |
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14229. AMERICAN GREETINGS CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and solution to a case study on greeting cards maker American Greetings (AG), the chief rival of Hallmark. Analyzes AG’s external operating environment (including... (more) |
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14228. GM’S TAKEOVER OF EDS CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and solution to a case study of General Motor’s (GM) difficult takeover of Electronic Data Systems (EDS). Considers how GM could have better handled the takeover and... (more) |
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14226. THE ELECTRIC UTILITY INDUSTRY IN 1992 CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and a case solution to a case study on the U.S. electric utility industry in 1992, a time when the U.S. Electric Utility Industry was plagued by sub-par profitability,... (more) |
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14225. CASE STUDY: THE ELECTRIC UTILITY INDUSTRY IN 1992. This paper presents an analysis of a case study on the U.S. electric utility industry in 1992, a time when the U.S. Electric Utility Industry was plagued by sub-par profitability, high costs of... (more) |
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14224. MANAGEMENT AT CONVAIR CASE STUDY. This paper provides an analysis and a case solution to a management case study concerning aircraft manufacturer, Convair, a division of General Dynamics. Convair has suffered from cost overruns, poor... (more) |
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14223. SUBURBAN CABLEVISION CASE STUDY. This paper provides a case analysis and a case solution to a marketing case study concerning a cable television company. Kim Harrison, the new marketing manager for Suburban CableVision, must... (more) |
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14222. CASE STUDY: BURGER KING’S BATTLE FOR THE BURGER. This paper provides an analysis and a case solution to a case study focusing on strategic challenges for Burger King in the mid-1980s. In a market increasingly approaching saturation, in a climate... (more) |
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14221. THE EUROPEAN BREWING INDUSTRY 1992 CASE STUDY. This paper provides a strategic management case analysis and case solution to a case study on the European brewing industry in 1992. Following a brief situation overview and discussion of the main... (more) |
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14220. ARMCO STEEL CORPORATION CASE STUDY. This paper provides a case solution and analysis of a crisis management case study on Armco Steel. Armco Steel Corporation, a multinational company and America’s third largest steel manufacturer, is... (more) |
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14217. YELLOWTAIL MARINE, INC. HARVARD BUSINESS CASE STUDY 376235. This paper provides an analysis and a case solution to a Harvard Business School case study (376235) by Kenneth Hatten on Yellowtail Marine, Inc., a major manufacturer of inboard and outboard motor... (more) |
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14215. THE SOUTHLAND CORPORATION HARVARD CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and case solution to a classic Harvard Business School case study of Southland Corporation, parent company of the 7-11 convenience store chain. It is argued that... (more) |
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14214. SINGAPORE AIRLINES CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and solution to a case study of Singapore Airlines focusing on SIA’s struggle to adjust to changing market conditions in the early to mid-1990s. Provides an executive... (more) |
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14213. HAS SIEMENS LOST ITS WAY: THE FUTURE HARVARD CASE STUDY. This paper presents a summary analysis to a classic Harvard Business School case study of Siemens AG, a major competitor in the global telecommunications, power generation and electronics industries,... (more) |
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14212. HAS SIEMENS LOST ITS WAY? HARVARD CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and a case solution to a classic Harvard Business School case study of Siemens AG, a major competitor in the global telecommunications, power generation and electronics... (more) |
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14210. NUCOR AT A CROSSROADS HARVARD CASE STUDY 9-793-039. This paper presents an analysis and case solution to a Harvard Business School case study (9-793-039) by Pankaj Ghemawat and Henricus J. Stander III on Nucor, one of the country's leading steel... (more) |
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14208. MINNETONKA, INC. HARVARD CASE STUDY This paper presents an analysis and a solution to a classic Harvard Business School case study of consumer products firm Minnetonka, Inc., maker of “SoftSoap”. Minnetonka’s central problem is that it... (more) |
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14207. LOST ARROW CORPORATION/PATAGONIA (A) HARVARD BUSINESS CASE STUDY. This paper provides an analysis and case solution to the classic Harvard Business School case study on Lost Arrow Corporation (best known for its outdoor clothing subsidiary, Patagonia). The case... (more) |
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14206. LOST ARROW CORPORATION/PATAGONIA (A),(B),(C) CASE STUDY. This paper provides an analysis and a case solution to classic Harvard Business School case studies on Lost Arrow Corporation, better known by the name of its key subsidiary, Patagonia. The analysis... (more) |
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14205. L.L. BEAN, INC. CORPORATE STRATEGY HARVARD CASE STUDY 581159. This paper presents an analysis and a case solution to a classic Harvard Business School case study (581159) on L.L. Bean, Inc. The case study focuses on the mail order company’s strategy and... (more) |
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14204. THE LINCOLN ELECTRIC COMPANY HARVARD CASE STUDY 376028. Drawing on a popular 1975 Harvard Business School case study (376028) by Berg & Faston, this paper provides a brief strategic management analysis of Lincoln Electric Company, the world's largest... (more) |
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14203. ELI LILLY & CO. (A) GLOBALIZATION HARVARD CASE STUDY 391032. This paper presents an analysis and a case solution to a Harvard Business School case (391032) by Michael Y. Yoshino and Thomas W. Malnight concerning the pharmaceutical giant’s international... (more) |
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14202. CARNATION (NESTLE) INFANT FORMULA (A) HARVARD CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and a case solution to a classic Harvard Business School case concerning marketing strategy for Carnation’s (whose parent company is Nestle) two infant formula... (more) |
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14201. EXXON 1986 HARVARD CASE STUDY. This paper presents an analysis and case solution to a classic Harvard Business School case study which examined Exxon’s strategic position in 1986. The analysis identifies Exxon’s then-current... (more) |
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14102. TQM AT XEROX CORP. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the implementation of Total Quality Management at Xerox Corp. The bulk of the analysis focuses on the TQM program initiated in response to Xerox's... (more) |
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14086. NEW TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT & FIRM SIZE. This term paper provides an overview and critical analysis of the role of firm size in the development of new technology. Focusing on the U.S., but also drawing on comparative data from Europe and... (more) |
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14069. THE RELATIONSHIP OF TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT TO ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT. This paper describes and explains the relationship of training and development (T&D) to organizational development. The analysis begins with a definition and overview of both OD and T&D. The... (more) |
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14057. BREAKING UP MICROSOFT: ECONOMIC IMPACT. Focusing most closely on the likely economic impact of the Microsoft antitrust case, this term paper provides an prospective overview and analysis of the impact of the expected break-up of Microsoft... (more) |
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14055. FAMILY FRIENDLY ORGANIZATIONS. This paper provides an overview and analysis of “work-family” issues (considering the topic from its more inclusive term of “work-life”) and their impact on the organization, in terms of making the... (more) |
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14036. AMERICAN AIRLINES AND OLIGOPOLY. Although the company has features of the monopolistic and competitive models, this paper argues that American Airlines is primarily oligopolistic in its practices. Topics covered include economies of... (more) |
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14029. WAL-MART & SEARS: COMPARING TWO RETAILERS. This paper profiles America’s number one (Wal-Mart) and number two (Sears) department store chains (known also as mass merchandisers and/or general merchandisers). Following a brief summary overview... (more) |
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14002. INTERNET TAXATION. This termpaper provides an overview and analysis of the challenges, opportunities, and complexities surrounding local, state and international taxation of Internet-based activities. The analysis... (more) |
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13997. SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION & CORPORATIONS. Focusing on the executive ranks and the corporate board, this paper investigates social/demographic changes in the American corporation during the last quarter of the 20th century (1975—2000). ... (more) |
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13993. INSTITUTIONAL INVESTORS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE. This research paper assesses the role of institutional investors in corporate governance, focusing specifically on U.S. corporations, but also considering comparative data from other countries. The... (more) |
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13981. THE FUNDING GAP FOR SMALL BUSINESS. Looking particularly at the conditions in the U.K. SME sector, but also with comparative reference to the U.S. small business environment, this research paper considers the evidence supporting the... (more) |
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13980. SMALL BUSINESS & THE INTERNET. What use is the Web to the small business sector in reality? That question is the focus of this investigation, which examines the promises versus the reality of the Internet for the small business... (more) |
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13967. BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION AND THE INTERNET. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the Internet’s transformation of business. Following an overview of the history of the Internet and a summary profile of its growth and user-base, the... (more) |
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13965. BENCHMARKING. This paper discusses the techniques for measuring the practices of one’s own company against the “best practices” of the industry. Ways of obtaining information about other companies are discussed;... (more) |
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13961. THE INTERNET AND RETAILING. This paper looks at the rise of online shopping and the ways retailers are using interesting programs to attract customers. The paper discusses how the Internet provides useful information to both... (more) |
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13958. ZAPP! THE LIGHTNING POWER OF EMPOWERMENT BY WILLIAM C. BYHAM. Overview and critique of book that uses a “fable” to teach readers about methods for effective business management. The paper covers the book’s strengths and weaknesses, as well as its theme that... (more) |
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13945. YOU CAN NEGOTIATE ANYTHING BY HERB COHEN. This paper gives a chapter-by-chapter summary of the book by Herb Cohen which is concerned with the role of negotiation in all aspects of life. This is followed by a critical analysis in which some... (more) |
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13942. EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL. This termpaper provides an overview and analysis of some of the problems involved in measuring and evaluating performance at work. Following an overview of the central objectives and types of... (more) |
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13934. IS DECENTRALIZING DECISION-MAKING A RECIPE FOR CHAOS? This paper considers the proposition that decentralizing decision-making may be more democratic but constitutes a recipe for organizational chaos. The term paper defines decentralized decision-making... (more) |
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13933. IS THE WORK OF MANAGERS UNIVERSAL? Drawing on the ideas of classical managerial theorists such as Henri Fayol, as well as more contemporary theorists such as Henry Mintzberg, Colin Hales and Peter Drucker, this essay addresses the... (more) |
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13914. BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS AT UNITED AIRLINES. Analyzes and evaluates the flow of business communications at United Airlines. Argues that UA's commercial success is largely attributable to the effectiveness of its corporate communications systems... (more) |
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13903. INTEL VERSUS RED HAT COMPARATIVE STRATEGIES. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the strategies of two very different players in the red-hot, high tech industry: Intel, the leading chipmaker, and Red Hat, Inc., the leading vendor of... (more) |
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13867. FIRM SIZE & MANAGEMENT PRACTICE. This essay addresses the issue of firm size and management practices. In particular, the essay considers the following proposition: The management of a small business is really the same as the... (more) |
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13866. FRANCHISING SUCCESS FACTORS. This term paper critically analyzes the proposition that “franchising is the route to success.” Following a brief explication of the components, mechanisms and definitions of franchising, the paper... (more) |
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13855. PROFILE OF AN ENTREPRENEUR IN THE MARKET RESEARCH INDUSTRY. The American-born entrepreneur who is the focus of this report specializes in providing business-to-business market research to Western companies now operating in or planning to enter the Chinese... (more) |
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13814. ORGANIZATIONAL THEORY. An overview of how organizational theory seeks to define the way different goals and strategies are implemented within a given organization in terms of its organizational design. The resource... (more) |
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13784. TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT: OVERVIEW AND APPLICATIONS. Describes and analyzes the purpose and scope of total quality management (TQM) in contemporary business operations. Defines total quality management and discusses quality as a management activity and... (more) |
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13760. PRICING IN JAPAN AND THE U.S. The paper analyzes Japanese and American pricing methods, comparing and contrasting Japanese "predatory" pricing techniques which aim at obtaining dominant market share and the American system... (more) |
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13678. THREE VISIONS OF THE AMERICAN BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT. An analysis and review of three different literary critiques of American business made at the beginning (Upton Sinclair), middle (Kurt Vonnegut) and end (Robert Fulghum) of the 20th Century. Considers... (more) |
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13664. WOMEN IN MANAGEMENT IN JAPAN. An assessment of the growing numbers of young women in management positions in Japan. A description of the educational status of these women, their present levels of college enrollment, and the social... (more) |
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13636. CISCO SYSTEMS. This paper presents a profile of Cisco Systems, Inc., currently the hands-down leader in computer network systems and well-positioned to take a leadership position in the new world of convergence... (more) |
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13585. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AS A COMPETITIVE TOOL. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the "Information Revolution" in contemporary business. Focusing on the explosive growth of the Internet and the concomitant develop of business... (more) |
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13580. BIG BOX STORES VERSUS TRADITIONAL RETAILERS. This paper presents an overview and analysis of the "big box store versus smaller retailer" controversy, with a focus on Wal-Mart (as the epitome of the big box retailer) and its impact on small... (more) |
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13540. WOMEN IN MANAGEMENT IN THAILAND: OPPORTUNITIES & BARRIERS. This paper considers the central barriers to Thai women's entry/advancement in the management ranks. The analysis begins with an overview of the burden of tradition on Thai women workers - the... (more) |
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13538. THAI LABOR AND MANAGEMENT: ECONOMIC, CULTURAL AND SOCIAL INFLUENCES. This paper provides an overview and analysis of Thailand's labor market and management style within the context of economic, social, and cultural conditions. The first part of the paper provides an... (more) |
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13511. THE ONE MINUTE MANAGER MEETS THE MONKEY (BLANCHARD, ONCKEN, AND BURROWS). Summarizes the main ideas of the book, and argues that it has more strengths than weaknesses. Also covers the main principles in the book and its theme of helping managers make better use of their... (more) |
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13484. HERBERT KELLEHER: SOUTHWEST’S TOP-FLIGHT CEO. This paper provides a biographical sketch of Southwest Airlines’ unconventional CEO and Chairman. The analysis considers Kelleher’s background, his role in founding the airline, his early... (more) |
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13443. THE RESOURCE-BASED VIEW OF THE FIRM: A PRODUCTIVE CONCEPT IN BUSINESS STRATEGY. Excellent summary of this vein of business strategy literature which concentrates on the firm's own abilities, assets and possibilities. roots of the concept in the economic work of Schumpeter and E.... (more) |
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13386. JUST IN TIME (JIT) PHILOSOPHY AND SYSTEM FROM JAPAN. A comprehensive overview and analysis of the JIT production system. Defines JIT and its major components; traces the historical development of JIT; discusses its potential and proven benefits;... (more) |
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13359. EVALUATING QUALITY IN SERVICES. This paper considers the problems and prospects for evaluating quality and implementing quality control procedures in service organizations as contrast to manufacturing organizations. Argues that... (more) |
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13356. THE BENEFITS AND RISKS OF STRATEGIC ALLIANCES. This essay considers the argument that a strategic alliance can strengthen both firms against outsiders even as it weakens one partner vis-a-vis the other. Drawing on recent case examples of... (more) |
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13330. EMULATION VERSUS INNOVATION IN CORPORATE STRATEGY. Considering the case of Sun Microsystems, this term paper considers the extent to which a corporation needs to combine both emulation and innovation in its corporate strategy process. The essay... (more) |
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13319. MARKETING PRESCRIPTION DRUGS DIRECTLY TO CONSUMERS. Discusses the ethical issues involved in this practice, and argues in favor of a patient's right to information and self-determination. On this basis, also argues for a "code of ethics" to ensure... (more) |
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13318. AN ANALYSIS OF THREE PERSPECTIVES OF ORGANIZATIONAL THEORY ALONG SIX DIMENSIONS. A systematic analysis of three perspectives on organizational theory along the six dimensions of cognitive interests, dominant metaphors, primary units of analysis, basic assumptions about the... (more) |
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