Abstract
This paper analyzes the reasons behind the two entertainment mega-powers' - Disney Co. and ABC - decision to merge in the content and distribution sections of their value chain. It investigates textually and graphically the economical advantages and the potential effects this decision will hold on the companies individually.

From the Paper
"Another trend in the value chain is to integrate downward towards the end customer. In other words, companies will sell packages of content tailored to an individual's tastes and preferences, instead of a bulk package sold to everyone (disney.com, 1998). This is another advantage that the acquisition of distribution provides. The acquisition of distribution provides closeness to the customer and cross-selling opportunities. It provides the possibility of developing new products, differentiating existing products, and catering to individual customer needs Catering to individual needs can yield higher profit margins than selling an undifferentiated commodity."

Tags:corporate, Walt, profit, production, customer, management, cost

Abstract
This paper studies "The Principles of Scientific Management," the definitive philosophical work of Frederick Winslow Taylor, published in 1911. The author assesses Taylor's philosophy, which is based on four principles: (1) developing the best work method for every job; (2) scientifically selecting and developing workers; (3) combining the best work method and the best workers to complete the task according to that method; and (4) co-operation of managers and non-managers. The paper concludes by looking at modern day examples of Taylor's philosophy in action, particularly in the franchise industry.

From the Paper
"Frederick Taylor was depicted as the "father of scientific management". Taylor believed it was the management of an organization that was the key to solving any industrial problem. He was one man that recognized that there was no incentive for workers to increase their productivity rate because they might just work themselves out of a job. He also believed that hourly or daily wages were also no incentive to increasing productivity. Most of the ideas in scientific management were already known before Taylor's time. Taylor's contribution was to combine them into one, all-inclusive philosophy. His definitive work was The Principles of Scientific Management, first published in 1911."

Tags:management, business, enterprise, productivity, management, employees, jobs

Abstract
This paper provides short essay answers to three questions related to management, including: What functions and skills does a non-manager promoted to management require; How do social forces impact management techniques; and Which characteristics of learning organizations are most appealing and hardest to adopt?

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"Being promoted from a non-management position to one of management requires mastery of a number of functions and skills. Three of the most important of these are good communication skills, the ability to motivate others and the ability to develop co-leaders by empowering work teams that function independently to achieve goals. The good news is that all of these skills or functions can be learned or acquired through various methods. One method for improving communication is to solicit feedback and input from employees that often helps..."

Tags:employees, co-leaders, motivation, communication, competitive advantage, team work, groups

Abstract
This paper provides a discussion of management psychology, specifically the impact of managers with a high degree of knowledge of mission-specific KMS implementation motivating peers and followers. An abstract and table of contents are included, along with concept definition, pros and cons, and best practices of knowledge leadership.

From the Paper
"This report discusses the increasing significance of knowledge management systems (KMS) and knowledge management in today's organization. The focus of the research is on the relationship between leaders having knowledge of mission-specific KMS implementation and its impact on peers and followers when shared during KMS application. The latest research on the relationship between knowledge, leaders and KMS is offered in addition to a discussion of workplace trends and best practices by knowledge leaders designed to increase frequency of use and effort in sharing knowledge by followers..."

Tags:intrinsic motivation, information sharing, tasks, trends, collaboration, costs, performance, self-motivation, co-leaders

Abstract
This paper discusses the likelihood of the provinces in Canada co-operating with each other to get more out of the Federal government. The paper looks at the physical and political geography of the country and then argues that co-operation between the provinces will be unlikely, based on the fact that Canada is highly regionalized.

From the Paper
"Regional Co-operation in Canada? Canada is a country in which regionalism is king. Each region is so different that regionalism has become the central characteristic of Canadian political geography. In The Challenge of Regionalism Greg Anderson describes the Canadian regions as, Atlantic Canada, including Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, and Labrador; Quebec; Ontario; the Prairie West, including Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta; British Columbia; and the Far North. Such divisions are arbitrary and do not Reflect the many nuances of each of these regions(Anderson 2003: 26)."

Tags:co, operation, among, provinces

Abstract
This paper is in the form of a report to the Ministry of Education in Canada, describing the positive aspects of k-8 co-ed sports. Various reasons for this outlook are presented, which include the narrow performance gap between K-8 boys and girls and the necessity for boys and girls to socialize in structured ways. The conclusion is that K-8 co-ed sports are unlikely to be physically or emotionally bruising to either sex and, in fact, are likely to serve positive developmental purposes.

From the Paper
"This report surveys recreational and sociological data on the topic of K-8 sports, and argues in favor of a co-ed approach. One reason from each domain favoring co-ed participation will be given; the narrow performance gap between K-8 boys and girls (physiology); and the necessity for boys and girls to socialize in structured ways (sociology). The conclusion is that K-8 co-ed sports are unlikely to be physically or emotionally bruising to either sex and, in fact, are likely to serve positive developmental purposes. The Ontario..."

Tags:co, ed, phys ed, sports

Abstract
In this article, the writer notes that forests are one of the most important natural resources. They play an important role in world industry and economy. However, the writer points out that they are also an important factor in global ecosystem. The writer discusses that forests provide habitat for numerous plant and animal species. They are crucial for production of oxygen and removal of CO2 from the atmosphere, prevention soil erosion and renewal of freshwater resources.

From the Paper
"Almost one half of Canadian landscape is covered in forests that extend from the one coast to the other (Dufour, 267). According to the 2001 inventory, the Canadian landmass covered in forests was 402.1 million ..."

Tags:resources, management

Abstract
The management areas addressed in the paper include: 1) communication skills, 2) effective orientation and training methods, 3) improving team productivity, 4) conducting performance appraisals, 5) resolving conflict, and 6) improving employee relations.

From the Paper
"Few aspects of leadership are more important when considering impact on productivity and performance than effective communication. Subordinates take their cue on how to communicate from supervisors just as supervisors take their cue on how to communicate from superiors. According to Kline; "The primary responsibility for communication in any organization rests with those in leadership positions." In its shortest definition, communication can be defined as creating understanding. (Bacal) Creating this shared understanding is critical for increasing productivity and performance..."

Tags:human resources, development, one-way communication, single-loop communication, feedback, goals, empowerment, co-leaders, training, conflict resolution, appreciation, responsibility, culture

Abstract
This paper examines the integration of Chilean, Brazilian, and Argentinean operations of the Andina Bottling Co.. The author focuses on the cost issues affecting the integration. The paper gives specific accounting ratios to understand the problems of this case.

From the Paper
"With respect to operating costs, the most important variations between the Chilean, Brazilian and Argentinean operations of Andina Bottling Co are a) raw materials, b) distribution and c) cost --- group three assumed to reflect personnel costs. Total raw materials costs are somewhat higher in Argentina of net sales than they are in Chile; however, raw materials costs in Brazil are substantially higher than they are in Chile. Disposable bottle ..."

Tags:Andina Bottling Co., Case Study

Abstract
This paper explains that the post-World War II years in Canada witnessed the fight for labor reform, resulting in great strides by the labor movement in advancing the conditions, rights and wages of the workforce. To illustrate the history of this achievement, the author discusses the origins of the post-war collective bargaining system, the labor movement in Quebec, ethnically split labor markets, immigrant working women and the organization of the civil service. The 1946 steel strike, the 1965 postal strike and the generational conflict in the labor movement of the 1960s are also presented in the paper to underscore the difficulties encountered by the Canadian labor movement.

Table of Contents:
Objective
Growth in Union Membership and the Labor Movement
Government Legislation - Supports Collective Bargaining
Government Order-in-Council P.C. 2685
NASCO Organized by SWOC
New Policy and Collective Bargaining Act Passed
Labor Court - Collective Bargaining Act Details
Corporatism Evolves into Business Reform
Liberal Humanism and Economic Planning
Ethnically Submerged Split Labor Market
Porters Unionized in 1942 and Establish Agreement in1945
Summary and Conclusion

From the Paper
"It is related that, in June of 1940, the government proclaimed order-in-council P.C 2685: a declaration of principles which the government hoped labor and management would adopt. It was the government's hope to proactively address unrest in the industrial sector and thereby "prejudice the war effort." This order was a formula that addressed resolving disputes and provided encouragement to employers to recognize unions voluntarily as well as good faith negotiation and dispute resolution in a conciliatory fashion."

Tags:strike, collective bargaining, court co-management, private companies