Abstract This paper describes the current situation of Caterpillar Inc. It then explains its outstanding results, and attributes the strength of the corporate performance to its export position, the strong overall world economy, and its 6 sigma QC program.
From the Paper Caterpillar Inc is the worlds leading producer of heavy construction equipment and diesel engines and a major producer of electrical power generation equipment ..."
Tags:Caterpillar, 6 sigma, diesel, construction, road building
Abstract This paper examines how Caterpillar Inc. claims that it follows a strict code of ethics within the company. The writer looks at different sections of the international codes of ethics, which are followed by Caterpillar, and questions whether the company really does implement these codes to the fullest.
From the Paper "Caterpillar Inc., founded 75 years ago, has its headquarters located in Peoria, IL, and financial facilities in Chicago, IL. This Fortune 500 company, with reported revenues of $4.82 billion for the first-quarter of 2003 and profit of $129 million, is the world's leading company manufacturing construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, and industrial gas turbines. The company has 50 U.S. facilities and 65 other locations around the globe ("Company Information," Online). According to Glen Barton, Chairman of the company, Caterpillar's reputation for integrity is a fundamental part of their heritage and one of the most valuable assets. Integrity that Barton is referring to includes the values the company cherishes, the high ethical standard they have, honesty in dealing with others, their commitment to deliver the promises made to employees, customers, shareholders, and others."
Abstract The paper explains that globalization of the economy has increased the competition between enterprises. Businesses, therefore have to develop methods of improving performance and service delivery while reducing the costs associated with remaining competitive. One of the simplest ways to achieve these goals are through implementation of a total quality management (TQM) program. This paper examines how beneficial TQM implementation and maintenance can be for Caterpillar Inc. by detailing the key principles of TQM and defining what steps Caterpillar Inc. can successfully adopt to implement a continuous improvement program. The paper concludes that Caterpillar Inc. will greatly benefit by adopting a more comprehensive quality program and quality initiatives.
Outline:
Introduction
Overview Company
How TQM Can Benefit Caterpillar Inc.
Developing TQM at Caterpillar Inc.
Customer Focus
Planning
Process Management/Process Improvement
Total Participation
TQM in Construction and at Caterpillar Inc
Conclusions/Recommendations
From the Paper "Caterpillar Inc. is a global leader in sales and technology. One of the world's foremost manufacturers of mining, natural and diesel gas engines and construction equipment (Cat, 2005) the company has conducted business with global players for more than 80 years. The company utilizes multiple measures of quality to ensure the best possible service to customers including 6 Sigma. This program allows Caterpillar Inc to address "the increasingly complex issues" facing an industry leader (Cat, 2005). Roughly 30,000 employees are currently involved in the 6 Sigma helping providing a competitive edge for the global company. Caterpillar Inc is committed to its customers and maintains a reputation for making a difference in the world by participating in socially responsible activities, providing machines, money and resources to help global relief and recovery efforts (Cat, 2005)."
Abstract This paper examines the history of Komatsu, one of the leading earth-moving equipment manufacturers in the world, and shows why it is such a successful business, even when up against major competition, such as Caterpillar. It then discusses the success of Home Depot, which continues to stretch the industry to take advantage of the changing environment they are operating in. By outlining these two companies' continued industry innovation, the paper shows that Home Depot will continue to reign supreme, and Komatsu is certain to be a serious competitive threat to long-time industry leader, Caterpillar.
From the Paper "However, Komatsu is still subject to changing environmental forces and industry changes when it comes to competing with Caterpillar. From economic instability to political upheaval, Komatsu must be prepared for worst-case scenarios. The centralization of their operations in Japan is especially susceptible to these external forces, along with material pricing and competition from new organizations entering the marketplace. In addition, internal forces, such as labor demands, will continue to figure into their competitiveness."
Abstract This paper describes the Monarch Butterfly in great detail, such as why does it have the bright colors and what do they mean? It states that the life of a Monarch Butterfly is quite complicated. The Monarch Butterfly is watched closely to prevent it from being extinct.
Table of Contents
Butterflies are Invertebrates
The Monarch"Danaus Plexippus
The Life Cycle of a Monarch
Lincoln Brower and the Monarch Butterfly
Brad Darrach and the Monarch Butterfly
The Monarch Butterfly Will It Be an Endangered Species"
The El Rosario Monarch Reserve
More Monarch Butterflies Killed and Solutions
From the Paper "The butterfly comes from the Lepidoptera, which is a Greek word meaning that the wings are covered in scales. Butterflies have compound eyes on either side of the head. The eyes are and made up of thousands of lensed-eyes called "ommatidia". They are not able to see fine detail, but are able to detach if they have a predator."
Abstract This paper looks at underlying and alternative meanings in the poem through imagery, sound effects, figurative language, meter, features, allusion, symbolism and word choice. The paper shows how, at first glance, the poem is a simple children's rhyme, but inside are hidden many meanings, just as inside the ugly caterpillar hides a beautiful butterfly.
From the Paper "Underneath the gentle spring night depicted in this deceiving poem is an underlying message, one of sadness and despair. Just as the glow worm loses his glow when imprisoned, the world loses its glow when one has to face the realities of life, and that is the theme the author conveys in the last line of this poem, "-So turn the world's bright joys to cold and blank disgust" (Smith). Ultimately, the author conveys there is no joy in the world, and anything joyful will eventually turn dark and disgusting."
Tags: language, meter, sound, imagery, allusion, symbolism, word
A look at the potential for the machinery maker's marketing efforts to European Community with competition, product standards and customer relations. Includes tables.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 8 sources, 1994, $ 71.95
From the Paper "Introduction
Caterpillar is one of the world's leading manufacturers of construction and earth moving equipment, with total estimated sales in 1994 in excess of $13 billion, and sales in 1993 of more than $11 billion.. The company has built its success on international marketing, and has entered into joint ventures in the former Soviet Union as well as in China, with the result that it has an international presence that should successfully carry it through the long-term. This research examines a particular area of Caterpillar's international strategy, that of marketing to the European Community.
Caterpillar's International Presence
The following chart illustrates international sales and growth (both in nominal values and adjusted for inflation) for the past four years. "
Abstract This paper discusses one of the most dramatic expressions of new technological warfare to make its debut in the course of World War I, the armored fighting vehicle, the tank. The paper examines the technological concepts that came together in the development of the tank that were in existence some time before the first World War, including the machine gun, the internal combustion engine, the armored car, the caterpillar track system, and the tracked agricultural tractor.
From the Paper "The tank is based upon an old idea, that of a protected mobile carrier for men and weapons on the battlefield. Predecessors of the modern tank can be found in the designs of Leonardo da Vinci, and the line of descent of the tank can be traced to the war chariots of the Ancient Egyptians, Assyrians and Romans, and even the armored fighting elephants of the Carthaginian and Indian armies (Reid 37), while a "modern steam war chariot" had been proposed by a British engineer in 1838 (Wright 23). The armored car, a conventional motor vehicle chassis with added armor and armament, was already established in many armies before 1914, but did not possess the cross-country abilities that were to be central to the concept of the tank (Harris 9). The modern armored cross-country fighting vehicle developed directly from British military initiatives in the early stages of the First World War and rapidly left the armored car idea behind. In some ways the vehicles that resulted were rudimentary in conception and performance, but in others they anticipated all the essential features of the modern tank and its employment in warfare."
This paper discusses China's Three Gorges Dam Project (TGDP), projected to become the worlds largest dam, nearly four times larger than the Hoover Dam.
Abstract This paper explains that the Three Gorges Dam Project is located at Sandouping, along the Yangtze River in the Three Gorges, which is one of the world's most famous scenic sites and includes the dam, which is composed of the spillway, intake dam and non-overflow dams, two power plants and the navigation facilities, which includes a ship lock and a ship lift. The author points out that there are many issues involved including the sensitivity of the huge numbers involved in the reservoir displacement and the impact of such a large population movement on the economy and society. The paper relates that, despite the monetary risks concerned in investing in the dam, the structure is an economic "showpiece" that invites outsiders to establish speedily vital business networks, which paves the way for future dealings such as with The Caterpillar Company.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Local Land Owners Bottoms Up Approach
The Quality of Resettlement Land
The Particular Problem of Steep, Infertile Slopes
Outward Look
Government Policies: Upward Look
Historical Perspective: A Backwards Look
Expected Returns and Drawbacks
From the Paper "Additionally, the dam's supporters expect the 26 giant generators to account for close to a tenth of China's energy output. The hydropower is stance as a more efficient and cleaner source of energy than the sulfur-laden coal that is at present used in the area. Some engineers estimate that the dam will annually generate an amount of energy equivalent to the burning of forty million tons of coal. Thus, if successful, the dam's energy output will be environmentally beneficial over the current release of destructive sulfur dioxide and carbon dioxide gas emissions. This cleaner supply of energy will be accessible within a 1,000 kilometer radius of the dam, as far as Shanghai and Guangzhou."
Abstract This paper explains that there are four concrete stages of metamorphosis in the life of a butterfly, listing these stages as the egg stage, the caterpillar/larva stage, the pupa/chrysalis, and finally the butterfly stage in which the complete butterfly emerges. The paper describes the processes and changes that take place in each of these stages and points out how the final stage of the butterfly's metamorphosis has become the universal image for various transformations.
From the Paper "The lifecycle of the butterfly, namely metamorphosis, is a symbol of transformation. The process of Metamorphosis has four stages; each stage can be used to symbolize the life process on a diacritical level. The essence of this change of form can clearly be seen when one observes an ungainly, crawling caterpillar morph into a delicate, brightly colored flying butterfly. It is crucial to note that not only is this process beautiful, it is complex as well. Metamorphosis is controlled by a blend of genetic messages and hormones residing inside the organism, though it can also be influenced by environmental factors such as diet and temperature (Metamorphosis, 2). Additionally, Metamorphosis is defined as a marked and more or less abrupt developmental change in the form or structure of an animal occurring subsequent to birth or hatching."
Abstract This paper provides an in-depth view of the highway truck engine industry. It looks at the current trends and top players in the industry, and examines environmental issues connected to it.
Paper Outline:
Executive Summary
3 Top Players of the Industry
Industry Composition and Concentration
Industry Growth - Past, Present and Future
Current Strengths, Weaknesses and Opportunities
Cost Patterns and Profitability Patterns
Environmental Dimensions
Conclusion
References
From the Paper "This may be viewed as part of the organization's efforts to help in shaping the national energy plan. The aim of this resolution is to increase the diesel fuel supply; improve the balance between environmental issues and efficiency of fuel; eliminate the levels of boutique diesel fuels; and "promote bio-diesel use" of up to 5%. The resolution views that bio-diesel may be an efficient way to further the supply of diesel fuel. The use of bio-diesel fits in with the requirements of the truck industry to have a sufficient diesel fuel supply. (National Biodiesel Board, 2005)"
This paper discusses team learning, through studying the book "The Fifth Discipline Fieldbook: Strategies and Tools for Building A Learning Organization", by Peter Senge.
Abstract In this article, the writer discusses Peter Senge's book "The Fifth Discipline Fieldbook: Strategies and Tools for Building A Learning Organization". The writer notes that this is an excellent guide for building a learning organization in one's workplace. The writer is currently working in the project management department at Caterpillar, a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines and industrial gas turbines and believes that this book has many ideas that could contribute to the growth of this organization. This paper focuses on team learning, as it is an area from which the writer believes that the project management team could greatly benefit. The writer concludes that team learning involves the promotion of team skills and development so that the team's collaborative ability is greater than the sum of the individuals' talents.
From the Paper "People working in a learning organization typically have many benefits that people in other fields may not have. They usually are fully engaged in their work and share a vision with their team members. In a learning organization, goals are usually clear and the work is usually satisfying. In this type of environment, team members are usually willing to learn new things and have a commitment to doing their jobs well.
While learning is a natural process, the process of learning is very complex. Learning incorporates three activities: thinking, communicating and cooperating. When our capacities to think, communicate and cooperate are improved upon, so is our ability to learn. In this light, a learning organization is one that enhances and promotes these activities for its employees and the organization as a whole. "
