Abstract This paper discusses issues with Japan's economic growth and sustainability, both recently shaken by increasing inflation and the slowdown in other parts of the world. The writer explains that tourism was not seen as a major economic tool until about two decades ago, and discusses three primary reasons why Japan finds it difficult to attract tourists from North America and Europe. The writer provides definitions of sustainability and statistics on how Japan's increased promotion of the tourist industry in the 1990s was reflected in the gross domestic product. The paper concludes that the tourist industry is expected to grow into Japan's leading industry, as the Japanese authorities become more aware of its positive impact on the GDP and on employment.
Outline:
General Economic Overview of Japan
General Overview of Tourism in Japan
Definition and Types of Sustainability
Economic Impacts of Tourism in Japan
From the Paper "Japan used to base its economy on agricultural activities, but they are now turning to incomes from services. Agriculture is declining and it is now among the highest subsidized activities in Japan, and among the highest subsidized agricultural activities within the world. Japan is generally self sufficient in producing rice, but they import about 55 percent of the food supplies. Economic growth has been at an average of 10 percent for the 1960, 5 percent in the 1970 and 4 percent in the 1980s. In the 1990s, the growth had declined to an average of 1.7 percent, generally due to over privatization and over investments and the price bubble. More recently, the economy of Japan has been negatively impacted by the economic slowdown in the United States, Europe and other Asian countries."
Abstract This paper looks at various factors which cause low morale and ultimately low productivity in a workplace. Topics discussed are the impact of discrimination in the workplace; the role of leadership in improving productivity; attributes essential for enhanced productivity; ways to improve productivity in the workplace and the importance of fun in the workplace.
From the Paper "An average employee lives around 10,000 days of his lifetime working. When one looks at it this way, it is rational to try and make this time at work as gratifying and rewarding as one can, so that people can be saved from burning out in advance. As a matter of fact, it is proven by research that the easiest and most effective way to uplift morale, be proof against turnover, and enhance output at the office is through encouraging fun in the workplace. Though most people draw back at the likelihood of achieving momentous goals and having fun simultaneously, it is a very viable blend."
Tags: leadership, role, discrimination, morale, enhanced, performance, communication, vision, production
Abstract This paper looks at the all-inclusive vacation as something other than tourism, or travel as it was once known. It shows how these vacations can tell a good deal about what the buyer expects in a culture of consumerism and what capitalists have learned the consumer wants. The paper makes use of critical theory in order to analyze the sociological phenomena that are evident with all-inclusive vacations. The paper maintains that there are things quite wrong with this phenomenon that are explained with the help of critical theory.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Race and Class
Selling Fantasy
Power
Concluding Remarks
From the Paper "As mentioned, an all-inclusive vacation should protect the consumer from anything to upset previous notions of a place or what a vacation should be about. The all-inclusive vacation keeps consumers within one kind of consciousness that is the one known at home. There is little to promote interest in the place or places to which they travel. The vacationer is a transplanted person able to afford the location and activities that are laid on. Perhaps there will be a comment on what was served for sinner, a sun burn, or a comment on whether or not it is 'safe' to venture away from a resort of other institution in which the all-inclusive package has placed them."
A brief survey of the social ecology model of Murray Bookchin and its adaptation to public health issues of teen smoking and obesity in poor communities.
Abstract The paper examines the social ecology model espoused by Murray Bookchin. The paper explores how unhealthy lifestyle choices have their origins in cultural attitudes, and must be approached by healthcare providers together with the specific community. The paper discusses teen education, concluding that programs should target both students and their parents, ideally before the teens adopt their parent's bad habits.
Outline:
Introduction
Nursing Processes
One Community Health Risk--Teen Smoking
Second Community Health Risk--Obesity Amongst The Poor
Conclusion: Change The Community, Change Lives
Works Cited
From the Paper "The stress upon consumption and the ostentatious show of wealth that the social ecology model condemns as damaging to the overall health of the environment is also damaging to the health of the bodies of individuals within the environment. This is seen in the current epidemic of obesity, which has exploded in the poorest areas of the country. Ironically, weight gain, especially in children, may be culturally associated with health and financial success."
Abstract The paper discusses Walt Disney and his early entrepreneurship and the creativity and imagination that he encouraged. The paper comments on the vacation packages that Disney offers to its various resorts and theme parks which are fully customizable and have helped to develop the "Dream Vacation" theme. The paper discusses the wonderful world of Disney's marketing and the effects that it has on mankind.
From the Paper "While Disney's marketing is extensive to vacationing families around the world through radio, television, and the internet, the "Four P's" of the company are also on a broad spectrum. The prices for the Disney vacations are so varied that almost anyone can customize an escape to meet their specific needs. Prices vary by hotel packages, the time of the year, meal options, and the number of days to stay. The more days that are purchased in a vacation plan, the less the per-day price becomes. The place of the "Four P's" for Disney World is Florida, while Disney Land is in California. Disney also has other vacation resorts in Japan and France. Of course, Disney promotes its vacations through the various media channels owned, but the primary promotions are through travel agencies and the internet. The product is simply a vacation to Disney's resorts and/or theme parks by customized and individually specified plans. From a one day park pass to a complete all inclusive extended stay, the vacation options offered by Disney are advertised as a "Dream Vacation" that can fit the vision for a family's available budget."
Abstract The following assignment is for a second year business and society course. The topic of this paper is the effect of advertising on consumerism. Using an article from Heath, it is argued that advertising and consumerism are not closely related. The writer maintains that increased consumerism is the result of competition and not advertising. The writer concludes that the other argument is wrong. "
From the Paper "Consumerism has been a topic of interest for a number of years. Many researchers believe that consumerism is a negative thing. These critics usually link the rise of consumerism to advertising. However, there are some critics that argue that consumerism and advertising have little to do with each other. In 'The Efficient Society' Joseph Heath's theory is that consumerism and advertising are not intimately connected. In fact, Heath's argument suggests that competition and social status are the driving force behind the increase in consumerism. For example, Heath states, 'Thus comparative consumption can easily become competitive consumption'."
Abstract This paper discusses the role of consumerism in society. The paper attempts to address several issues regarding the prevalence of consumer culture, advertising, and marketing in media. It looks at the spread of consumerism and the growth of a consumption society.
From the Paper "Consumerism sets each person against themselves in an endless quest for happiness made possible only by acquiring more things. Consumerism is manifested in a never-ending cycle of purchasing of new goods and services. Consumers are programmed to pay little attention to their true needs or to the durability of the product or its origin or the environmental consequences of manufacture and disposal. Consumerism is driven by huge amounts of money spent on advertising intended to spur demand..."
Abstract This essay discusses the role and limitations of consumerism in modern society. The paper suggests that as the advertising industry becomes an omnipotent shaper of social reality, it will become a hardier beast as we move towards unfettered capitalism with globalization targeting the least-educated peoples during an era where the richest country on earth carries on with the ethical airs.
Abstract In this paper, the writer discusses the notion that theories or ideas from the communications field can influence marketing theory. The writer makes use of the example of consumer response to the introduction of a different product to the market by the Coca Cola company. The writer discusses product and brand loyalty and their connection to the communications industry. Looking into the theory of communication, the writer argues the role that advertising, public relations and the media play in the success or failure of a product.
From the Paper "Professionals in the communications field, particularly public relations professions, were increasingly interesting in learning the skills for some areas traditionally regarded as advertising: media planning and message evaluation, for example. Whether communications theorists want to keep areas of interest separated, it was clear to Miller and Rose that those who worked in the field wanted to combine them, and perhaps needed to combine them in a marketing context in which more people had more access to more forms of information delivered in more formats than ever before. In other words, media and particular the Internet and its increasing sophistication, with streaming video and its inherent interactivity, made it essential for anyone with a message to understand fully how messages could be delivered and how they might be received. The line between advertising and public relations became blurred, or possibly more accurately, subsumed into the major discipline of communications."
Abstract The paper shows that TaxPrep, Inc., a (real) tax preparation service firm, is rapidly losing market share, experiencing negative profits, and is unable to efficiently bring new software products to market. This paper analyzes TaxPrep's problems and presents specific recommendations to solve the software development, organizational, and communications issues. Short-term recommendations include: implementing project management techniques for software development, conducting employee communication sessions, and freezing present compensation. The paper shows that, in the long-term, TaxPrep should implement a management system that meets the Q9001-2000 quality management standard, market new web-based products, and institute performance based compensation.
From the Paper "In the late 1980's TaxPrep, Incorporated (TaxPrep) found itself quickly losing market share in the service bureau tax preparation business. Profits and sales plummeted during 1990-91 threatening the future of the Company. TaxPrep's survival depends upon its ability to rapidly enter the personal computer (PC) tax software market where consumers are numerous and competitors have a strong lead. The tax preparation industry was in an acquisition frenzy during the mid to late 1980"s, as evidenced by the addition of six firms to TaxPreps" portfolio. Due to this period of rapid change and because PC developers are using new programming technology (?C? programming language requires less programmers), TaxPrep found itself with surplus personnel. The Company reduced the employee headcount by over 50 percent in the number of sales and support jobs. These large layoffs created anxiety within the surviving employee base, which is further hampering the ZX Development Groups? (a division of TaxPrep) ability to efficiently develop software for the PC market niche."
Abstract This paper explores the problems related to organizational communication in the workplace as a hindrance to productivity and the ability to effectively organize work activities in a satisfactory manner. he author points out that intense pressures to meet deadlines, stressful work environments and a lack of organization often lead to numerous frustrations and complexities on the job, which tend to reduce the level of productivity. The paper stresses that these barriers may be overcome with a strong commitment from employees to understand their fears and weaknesses in favor of promoting the organization's primary objectives at all times, regardless of their source.
From the Paper "Many of today's modern workplaces offer employees tremendous opportunities for advancement and flexibility, while maintaining a positive approach to the organization's desired objectives. However, intense pressures to meet deadlines, stressful work environments, and a lack of organization often lead to numerous frustrations and complexities on the job, which tend to reduce the level of productivity that is achieved. For many employees, it is also a lack of support and adequate staffing due to budget constraints that creates new problems in the workplace related to productivity and organization. Therefore, it is necessary for employees to approach their work activities in a conscious and analytical manner, so that all possible objectives are considered and achieved whenever possible. The following brief discussion considers the problems related to organizational communication in the workplace as a hindrance to productivity and the ability to effectively organize work activities in a satisfactory manner."
Abstract This paper gives a description of the college applicant. It highlights the
experiences that have been critical in shaping the applicant's understanding of broadcasting and television as team productions and describes the applicant's leadership qualities and technical skills. The paper also discusses an aspect of the Canadian communications industry in which the applicant is interested.
From the Paper "Although I am still a teenager, I have been fascinated with the fields of broadcasting and communication for as long as I can remember. It was as a freshman and sophomore in High School that I first studied television broadcasting as an academic subject; gaining knowledge of the range of television programming while also acquiring hands-on experience at live video production and post-production editing techniques. Later, as a participant in the Advanced Television Production course - a class recommended for those interested in careers in communications - I had the opportunity to work as a camera operator, video editor, writer and talent director. I am particularly proud that some of my packages, montages, and remotes were selected for broadcast on the school's morning announcements, as well as for air on the local cable channel."
Abstract The paper discusses the role of the production chain in any business and the role that it plays in the manufacturing cycle. The paper highlights that it is important that the production chain is
efficiently managed and utilizes the Cocoa Cola company for its research.
Outline:
Statement of the Problem
Production Chain Management
Why Use Production Chain Management?
Marketing Strategy
Utilizing the Internet
The Marketing Mix
Third-Party Providers and Logistics Management
Just-in-Time Inventory
Methodology - Qualitative Research
From the Paper "There are six essential factors of production chain management and seven components. The six essential factors are consumer demand, information and communication technologies, globalization, competition, government regulations, and environmental concerns. As for the seven components, these include suppliers, procurement, manufacturing, order management, transportation, warehousing, and customers. All of these are significant and important, because they work with one another and tie into each other very strongly. If there is a breakdown in one of these areas, other areas are affected by it."
Tags:production, chain, management, information, communication
Abstract This paper takes an in-depth look at knowledge management, a relatively new business concept that is attracting the attention of informed and global-oriented companies because of its promise to introduce new elements of flexibility and efficiency in the entire business spectrum - from management, plant and production to front line activities. This paper attempts to answer many questions related to knowledge management, which a growing number of management scholars present as a newly discovered key to unlock the productive powers of all people in a company and to bind them in one neat package towards achieving organizational success.
This paper has chosen to focus on three examples of companies in the automotive industry, implementing knowledge management.
Table of Contents
List of Tables
List of Figures
Acknowledgement
Chapter I - Introduction
Chapter II - Literature Review
I.1. Knowledge Management
II.1a. Knowledge as Business Asset
II.1b. Types of Knowledge
II.1c. Key Players in KM
II.1d. Transfer of Knowledge
II.1e. Holistic Approach
II.1f. Primacy of People
II.2. The Automotive Industry
II.2a. Technology and Innovation
II.2b. Control Systems
II.3. Product Development
II.3a. Development Stages
II.3b. New Imperatives
II.3c. KM Strategies
II.3d. KM Terms and Concepts
II.4. Conceptual Framework
II.5. Information and KM Concepts
Chapter III - Industry, Country & Company Review
III.1. Industry Trends
III.2. Country Perspectives
III.3. Company Reports
Chapter IV - Research Methodology
III.1. Observation and Direct Communication III.2. Quantitative vs. Qualitative Research
Chapter V - Results
Chapter VI - Discussion and Conclusion
From the Paper "There are as many definitions of knowledge management as there are long-cherished ideas of how to run a business. If there is a common ground in the divergent perceptions of knowledge management, it is the generally accepted proposition that KM aims to transform knowledge into new levels of organizational capabilities and competences (Sanchez, R., 2006). The debate revolves around the question of how to implement it in the most effective manner. This study thus fixes its attention on the different KM strategies adopted by organizations, closing in on the international automotive industry because it is identified as among the sectors that especially needs and stand to derive enormous benefits from the new management technique. The focus shifts from there to the development process for new vehicles, where KM is said to be most helpful, and which calls for synthesizing all kinds of knowledge and specialization - the whole rationale for KM. As setting of the study, we pick out India for the simple reason that it now serves as manufacturing base for the internationalization efforts of many automotive companies."
Abstract The paper examines the different aspects of team communications, including their benefits and challenges. The paper discusses how teams can enhance their performance with communication. The paper shows how team communication can dramatically affect efficiency in the workplace, an individual's future in a company or even people's lives.
Outline:
Introduction
Benefits of Team Communication Challenges of Team Communication Examination of How Teams Can Enhance Their Performance with Communication Conclusion
From the Paper "The benefits of good team communication are nearly limitless and of the utmost importance. Miscommunications on teams can cause anything from minor conflicts to death in the most extreme cases. One of the biggest benefits to good team communication is efficiency in performance of individual members and the team as a whole. Another benefit of good team communication is productivity of the entire team; however productivity at the hand of communication must be monitored carefully. If you are over communicating, in excessive meetings for example, you run the risk or decreasing your efficiency and productivity as well as significantly decreasing team morale."
