Abstract This ten-page undergraduate paper discusses the book "chairman Mao would not be amused' as well as the movie 'Raise the Red Lantern' in the context of post- Mao film and fiction.
Abstract This paper explains that former G.E Chairman, Jack Welch, was, at one time, exactly the right person to lead G.E. because he was not afraid to take calculated risks and try new ideas. Today, however, new strategies are needed to take on globalization, the move away from manufacturing to a knowledge and service-based economy and the quantum technological shift to the Internet. The author compares several of Welch's old rules with the new rules for doing business in the 21st century. The paper stresses that the extreme measures used by Jack Welch were needed during the transitional period during which business changed from national to international and from capitalist to functionalist. The paper also highlights the work of management guru Peter Drucker to support this argument.
From the Paper "It was apparent over the past few years that the customer has been forgotten in many places, but the statistic mentioned by "Fortune" that businesses lose half their customers annually is more than expected and more than any business should tolerate. Fifty years ago, one unhappy customer would tell several others, but now they can tell several thousand with a BLOG. Mass communication has changed the entire dynamic of customer service. The Internet and email have made it much easier to communicate with customers and take care of them ... In the end, it is the customer which keeps the business alive, not the stockholders. "
Abstract The paper shows Colin Powell's military career through his rise to the position of Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, America's highest military position. The paper focuses on Powell's influence on the wars in Nicaragua and the first Gulf War in Iraq. Powell is described as the "reluctant warrior". The writer shows how Powell believed in settling conflicts without war when possible. In conclusion, the paper explains how Powell's centrist positions in politics are an echo back to his moderation as a military commander and a Chairman of the Joint Chief of Staffs.
From the Paper "Once returned from the war, Powell began to involve himself in the political arena. In 1972 - a year after finishing his MBA at George Washington University - he served in the White House's Office of Management and Budget under the directorship of Caspar Weinberger. He continued working in the government, holding various positions in the Department of Defense under the Carter Administration. Powell also continued his military leadership, graduation from the National War College in 1976 and rising to the position of Commander of the 2nd Brigade in the 101st Airborne Division, which was an air assault team. A year later he was offered the position of Senior Military Assistant to the Deputy Secretary of Defense, and he continued in this position until 1981. In that year he took over the post of Assistant Division Commander for Operations and Training in the mechanized 4th Infantry Division."
Tags: colin, powell, chairman, of, joint, chief, of, staffs, gulf, war, iraq, military, george, bush
Examines the manner in which the president, the Federal Reserve Chairman, the SEC Commissioner, and the attorney general can influence the U.S. economy.
2,400 words (approx. 9.6 pages), 6 sources, 2002, $ 89.95
Abstract One of the most important aspects of the structure of the US government is there is no single authority controlling or commanding the economy. This structural decision allowed for the creation of the free-market system in its current incarnation. No single person or institution can have an over-riding effect on the performance of the economy as a whole. However, there are a number individuals who can, to a greater or lesser degree, have an effect on the economy. This brief paper will examine the following four such figures: (1) the president, (2) the Federal Reserve Chairman, (3) SEC Commissioner, and (4) the attorney general.
Abstract This paper discusses the Federal Reserve System and looks at how it plays a multi-faceted, predominant role in the monetary policy affecting the American economy, while highlighting that the system is an interactive organization involving the man of the street. The author also offers his positive opinion on the workings of the Federal Reserve Bank and the importance of its influential chairman.
Outline
Introduction and Thesis
Chairmanship importance and policy sources
Open Market Operations
The Discount Rate
Reserve Requirements
Margin Requirements
Foreign Exchange Operations
Using the Federal Reserve as a Retirement Tool
Investment Considerations
Indexing Issues
Conclusions
Bibliography
From the Paper "An important function of the Federal Reserve System is to ensure that the economy has enough currency and coin to meet the public's demand. Currency and coin are put into or retired from circulation by the Federal Reserve Banks, which use depository institutions as the channel of distribution. When banks and other depository institutions need too replenish their supply of currency and coin for example, when the public's need for cash increases around holiday shopping periods. The depository institutions order the cash from the Federal Reserve Bank or Branch in their area, and the face value of that cash is charged to their accounts at the Federal Reserve. When the public's need for currency and coin declines depository institutions return excess cash to a Federal Reserve Bank, which in turn credits their accounts."
Abstract This paper discusses the recent testimony of Alan Greenspan, Chairman of the Federal Reserve, and the annual report to Congress by the Federal Reserve. This paper examines the current state of the economy as well as the Federal Reserve handling of monetary and fiscal policy relative to the economy. Of particular importance is the Federal Reserves strategic shift in policy from accommodative to appropriate.
From the Paper "The Federal Reserve, as represented by Alan Greenspan, in recent testimony before Congress believes the state of the economy is, overall, very positive. Mr. Greenspan, among other factors, listed employment numbers, retail spending and business investment as reasons to believe the economy is trending stronger (Testimony, 2005, para.5). Mr. Greenspan also alluded to the character of the US housing market as a leading generator of the nation's wealth at the moment but cautioned the current "froth" in the residential home market is a potential threat to the economy (Testimony, 2005, para.42). In sum the Federal Reserve is very upbeat about the state of the economy but has considerable reservations concerning the threat of inflation led by rising oil and gas prices: A flattening out of the prices of crude oil and natural gas...would also lessen upward pressures on inflation."
An analysis of "Chairman Seeks Inflation Targets to Calm Markets" by Kevin Hall and "How Much is too Much? Fed Looks for its Comfort Zone in the Debate over Inflation" by Nell Henderson.
Abstract This paper analyzes two economics-related articles from the mainstream United States media from September to November 2006 - "Chairman Seeks Inflation Targets to Calm Markets" by Kevin Hall and "How Much is too Much? Fed Looks for its Comfort Zone in the Debate over Inflation" by Nell Henderson. The paper analyzes the complex dilemmas facing policymakers and economists in dealing with economic issues, such as inflation.
From the Paper "This view of problems with indices measuring inflation is not unique to the United States, for Canadian policymakers have grappled with similar problems in effectively obtaining measures of inflation according to the various indices - such as the Consumer Price Index - that are used in Canada (Mankiw and Scarth 2005). Given these problems with measuring the rate of inflation accurately, we can understand why some of the commentators in Hall's article express unease about fixing a target rate and imposing changes in monetary policy that may actually - if inadvertently - lead to disinflation."
Abstract This paper describes the circumstances of the scandal that arose around Patricia Dunn, chairman at Hewlett-Packard, when she had to investigate why secrets regarding corporate strategy began appearing in the press. The author explains that when evidence pointed to board member Jay Keyworth as the source of many of the leaks to the press, his friend and fellow board member Tom Perkins took offense at Dunn and launched a campaign to discredit her. The author concludes that it seems that the charges brought against Dunn are largely the result of Perkins's discrediting campaign against her.
From the Paper "Someone from the board had been leaking valuable company info to the press - not only about HP corporate strategy, but about whom the board was considering for CEO as well as the company's interest in buying another tech company. The majority of the board asked Dunn to investigate the source of the leak. The investigation went a bit too far, and Dunn was eventually indicted on charges of pretexting - that is, using false pretenses in order to obtain the personal information of board members and journalists connected with the leaks."
Tags: unethical trust journalist illegal, Wall Street Journal, e-mail
Abstract This paper presents a case study about chairman William Agee and the Bendix Corporation, which is complicated by the scandal involving 29 year-old executive vice-president Mary Cunningham, a bright new graduate of the Harvard Business School. The paper states that the case study represents a breakdown in the traditional managerial structure because employees clearly did not recognize Cunningham's right to perform evaluations, even though this is a legitimate right of a vice president. The paper concludes that the Bendix case study represents a failure in managerial intuition and planning in that Agee should have been able to anticipate the fallout from his structural changes so that Cunningham could have been retained.
From the Paper "While it is not clear exactly how much communication Agee had with the rest of the board about the 'female issue', it does not seem that he discussed it with members prior to the big employee meeting. This would have been Agee's best strategy for staving off criticisms. The board meeting that took place after the big employee meeting showed that those who knew Agee and Cunningham best had confidence in her and Agee's decision to hire her."
Abstract The technological element of an information system consists of hardware, software and networks. The objective of this paper is to present basic conceptual information relating to each of these three areas. However, in order to fully appreciate the current status of computers, this paper will begin with a brief historical perspective and then follow through to explain how the three areas function.
From the paper:
"The history of computing is interesting and gives a sense of how rapidly technology has developed, especially during the last sixty years. Frequently, the dramatic advancements and impact to society have not been anticipated. For instance, in 1943, the chairman of IBM, Thomas Watson, commented, ?I think there is world market for maybe five computers.? Thirteen years later, the editor in charge of business books for Prentice Hall noted, "I have traveled the length and breadth of this country and talked with the best people, and I can assure you that data processing is a fad that won"t last out the year.? In 1968, an engineer at the Advanced Computing Systems Division of IBM asked of the microchip, "But what is it good for"? Then, only 25 years ago, in 1977, Ken Olson, president, chairman and founder of Digital Equipment Corp. stated, ?There is no reason anyone would want a computer in their home.? Finally, in 1981, founder and chairman of Microsoft, Bill Gates, felt, ?640k ought to be enough for anybody.? Clearly, no one could have imagined the affect computers have had on almost all aspects of humankind."
Abstract This paper traces the history of General Motors Corporation and its most important CEO and Chairman, Alfred Sloan to determine the magnitude of Sloan's contribution to the company. It examines how without the presence of certain industrialists, the growth of the American economy would have probably remained stunted and how one such person was Alfred Sloan who served as the President, the Chief Executive Officer and the Chairman of General Motors Corporation for over 30 years. It analyzes how the General Motors Corporation owes most of its growth and huge presence in the automobile industry to Sloan and how it is largely due to Sloan and his business practices that General Motors was the first corporation in the automobile industry in a number of areas to introduce innovative products and practices.
From the Paper "Prior to heading General Motors, Sloan already possessed the industrialist vision. He began his career as a draftsman in a small machine shop, the Hyatt Roller Bearing Company of Newark, New Jersey where he urged the management to produce ball bearings. He believed that there was not only a need for bearings at that time but there was a large untapped market as well; hence it made complete business sense. Therefore, at his insistence, the company began producing new anti-friction bearings for automobiles, which formed the basis of Hyatt's expansion. As a direct result of his business foresight and talent, he was appointed the president of Hyatt in the year 1898. Hyatt automotive ball bearings became a standard in the automobile industry, and the company grew rapidly under his leadership. In 1916 the Hyatt Roller Bearing Company, together with a number of other manufacturers of automobile accessories, merged with the United Motors Corporation. Sloan was appointed as the President of UMC. UMC was dissolved in 1919 and individual businesses were incorporated as part of General Motors Corporation."
Abstract This paper examines the Federal Reserve System (also called the Fed for short), the U.S. Central Bank that was created through an Act of the Congress in 1913. It looks at how it is run by a public-private partnership which includes banking officials from different parts of the country and seeks to perform several key roles in the U.S. economy, the most critical of which relates to the Monetary Policy. It briefly outlines the history of the Fed, its primary role(s), its basic structure and how its members are appointed/ elected. Brief information about its present chairman, its recent performance and the major future challenge for the Fed is also discussed.
Outline
History
Primary Role
Structure
Chairman of the Fed
Recent Performance of the Fed
The Future Challenge
From the Paper "The Fed, under its current chairman, in tandem with the Clinton administration presided over the longest period of economic expansion in the nation's history and got a lot of credit for the success. The Fed supported President Bill Clinton's 1993 deficit-reduction programs and spending cuts that resulted in a balanced US budget after years of runaway deficits. It also handled the monetary policy with dexterity in the wake of the Asian Financial Crisis by timely interest rate cuts and prevented a worldwide recession. A downturn in the US economy since 2000 has tarnished the Fed's gloss somewhat. It underlines, more than anything else, the limitations of the Fed to influence the economy and the over-riding truth of the inevitable boom and bust cycles inherent in a capitalist economy."
Abstract This paper begins with the history of the position and moves forward to the appointment of John Negroponte as the first Director of National Intelligence. The essay discusses the many roles associated with the Director of Central Intelligence. The essay quotes past and present politicians on their opinions of the position; to include the Chairman and Vice Chairman of the 9/11 Commission.
From the Paper "In 1947, then President, Harry Truman signed into law The National Security Act of 1947. The National Security Act gave three primary responsibilities to the Director of Central Intelligence. First, the DCI was responsible for providing national intelligence to the President, members of the President's cabinet (where applicable), and to members of Congress (again where applicable). Second, the DCI would serve as the head of the intelligence community (IC). The DCI was responsible for establishing the priorities for collection and analysis of raw intelligence. The DCI formulated and presented the IC budget to the President and to Congress. The DCI also had very limited ability to transfer funds and personnel throughout the National Foreign Intelligence Program (NFIP). Third, the DCI was to serve as the head of the Central Intelligence Agency. Here the DCI supervised the entire bureaucracy of the CIA. The DCI was in charge of human sources, overseeing the analyzing of raw intelligence, and undertaking covert operations when directed to by the President."
Abstract This paper takes a look at the history and success of one of Napa Valley's leading wine producers, Robert Mondavi. The paper focuses on the business success of the Mondavi firm. According to the paper, founder Robert Mondavi recently relinquished his post as Chairman of the Board to his son Michael, and his other son, Tim remains Chief Winemaker and Vice Chairman.
From the Paper "Mondavi also acquired several California brands including Byron, specializing in ultra-premium and luxury wines; Arrowood; and the La Famiglia di Robert Mondavi. Additionally, the Opus One brand is Mondavi's prestige line, which produces 30,000 cases per year and retailing at about $140 per bottle. Just as the Mondavi name enhances the image of the Woodbridge label, the Opus One joint venture has enhanced the overall prestige of Mondavi's name. Robert Mondavi has entered into four more joint ventures in the high-end price category since 2002 including three Italian vines and one luxury Chilean wine called Sena."
