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Organizational Change: The Dynamics of Strategic Change, 2001.
This paper analyzes the concept of "change", theories behind it, why it is necessary and how organizations need to cope with change in order to survive.
1,750 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 13 sources, $ 56.95
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This paper analyses the concept of "change", theories behind it, why it is necessary and how organizations need to cope with change in order to survive.
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"Change requires change. Organizations today are making abundant changes internally to cope with a highly turbulent external environment. With frequent reorganizing, downsizing, rightsizing, delayering, flattening the pyramid, teaming and outsourcing taking place, careers and career opportunities are in pandemonium resulting from the progressive destabilization of relationships between people and organizations."
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Consultants and Organizational Change, 2004.
An examination of the role of the consultant in organizational change processes.
779 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 27.95
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This paper examines how an understanding of change dynamics has become increasingly important, since resistance to change has long been recognized as a hurdle to organizational change attempts. It shows how resistance to change covers a range of behavior from passive resistance to active resistance, or even aggressive resistance, and how consultants are often called upon to encourage organizational members to create a high-energy organizational culture that pushes the boundary of the organization to change.
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"The social and dynamic aspects of drive for change are more in line with organization-wide changes such as changes to culture or major strategic shifts in the organization. In this body of work, drive to change is described as a dynamic force whose presence or absence determines the ultimate success or failure of the transformational effort (Linstead and Chan, 1994). For example, O'Connor (1993) argues that organizational transformation cannot occur unless there is enough momentum for a shared transformational vision. In other words, there must be enough energy in the direction of the transformation for those involved to recognize and utilize it (Senge, 1990)."
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Leadership and Organizational Change at Kudler Fine Foods, 2008.
A study of Kudler Fine Foods' organizational structure and leadership styles.
1,290 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 43.95
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This paper present Kudler Fine Foods as a model that can be used to analyze organizational change and leadership styles within a dynamic work environment. It examines how Kudler's operations affect a major facet of a business, its organizational structure. The examination is somewhat exploratory so as to highlight the strategic elements of the organization, while exploring issues related to change and other related organizational behavioral trends. Other issues and functions, which play an important role within the context of its organizational culture and have a drastic impact on human resources, and financial objectives, are explored and discussed using charts. The paper concludes that understanding and integrating the organizational structure with the Kudler's company objectives is the key to effective management.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Organizational Culture at Kudler Fine Foods
Leadership Style at Kudler Fine Foods
External Environment and Kudler Fine Foods
Conclusion
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"It is common knowledge that motivating the workforce is a necessary prerequisite for effective management. Kudler has gained tremendous success, by enforcing being able to correctly identifying rewards to performance and hence motivating the workforce to support the organizational structure. This is evident from the employee files and reviews that have shown improvements in major aspects of employee development."
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Organizational Behavior: Organizational Structure Metaphor, 2006.
An assessment of the Emperor penguins' organizational effectiveness as a metaphor for organizational structure.
3,470 words (approx. 13.9 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 97.95
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Out of thousands of living creatures populating our planet, Emperor penguins represent one of the most inspirational natural metaphors for modern organizational behavior. The paper shows that Emperors put their skills and abilities to good use; they utilize their resources effectively; they overcome numerous obstacles to help the organization internal processes flow smoothly. Finally, they accomplish their common goal. Emperor penguins flourish in the place where few living things can survive. The paper shows that as we study Emperor penguins, we cannot help drawing parallels. What if the workplace worked like this? An employee and a manager could take some lessons in the areas of protection, sacrifice, cooperation and teamwork.
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Abstract
Organized Penguins
Skills and Abilities
Group Development Process - Adult Penguins
Group Development Process - Chicks
Roles and Norms
Teamwork Effectiveness
Leadership and Decision-Making
Managing Team Conflict
Organizational Effectiveness
Conclusion
References
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"Another criterion of assessing organizational effectiveness is resource acquisition. Emperor Penguins rely on the ocean as their only food source, so it must be within reach of every mature penguin or they will starve and die. The acquisition of heat can be seen in the huddle where penguins must cooperate during storms or they will freeze to death. The acquisition of safety can be seen in the protection of their chicks from predators. Acquiring a mate takes a certain amount of skill and determination as well. The "healthy systems" approach is in effect in the rookery because we can see the genuine sense of community."
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Strategic Planning, 2005.
An in-depth look at strategic planning in the organizational environment.
7,788 words (approx. 31.2 pages), 25 sources, APA, $ 169.95
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Strategic planning is important in the organizational environment, so it is equally important to understand the nuances of, and differences between, different models of strategic planning. It is also important to distance strategic planning from other associated issues such as strategic decision-making in terms of providing a definition and analyzing current issues. Some of the theoretical framework for this paper, which examines strategic planning in the organizational environment, comes from previous theories as well as present voices, including Maslow?s 'Hierarchy of Human Needs' and Porter?s 'Five Force Analysis'. This paper primarily serves to illustrate strategic planning from an introductory standpoint and moves on to discuss the meaning of strategic planning (illustrated through example and through the theoretical connections mentioned above), the models of strategic planning that are most often used (qualitative and quantitative models included in the analysis), and, finally, the lessons that can be learned from the application of these concepts of strategic planning.
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"In formulating a strategic plan, it is also important for the organisation to consider ?speed and agility in responding to new market trends and changing competitive conditions; know-how in creating and operating a system for filling customer orders accurately and swiftly; and expertise in integrating multiple technologies to create families of new products.?(Thompson and Strickland, 1997, p. 128). Coming from this
initial perspective of core competency, one can also assess the strategy of possessing first mover advantage. ?While a core competence is something a company does well internally, what makes it a core competence, as opposed to just a competence, is that it is central to a company?s competitiveness and profitability rather than peripheral?
(Thompson and Strickland, 1997, p. 128). First mover advantage is also about centralizing competitiveness and adopting a strategic plan that is based on a real-world competitive environment."
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A Strategic Plan for Center for Wooden Boats, 2006.
A strategic plan and organizational analysis of the Center for Wooden Boats and a potential youth program associated with it.
9,101 words (approx. 36.4 pages), 34 sources, APA, $ 189.95
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This paper presents a youth program strategic plan for the Center for Wooden Boats (CWB). It describes the organization and presents an environmental analysis for it and then presents a value chain analysis and a SWOTT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats, trends) analysis. Additionally, the paper discusses organizational strategies that can be implemented to ensure the success of the youth program.
Table of Contents:
Executive Summary
Organization Name / Description
Vision / Mission / Values Statement
Vision Statement
Mission Statement
Organizational Values
Environmental Analysis (External to the Organization)
Social / Cultural
Ecological / Physical
Ecological / Physical Trend
Economic
Demographic
Environmental Analysis (Internal to the Organization)
Financial Analysis
Resource-Based View of the Organization
Tangible Assets
Intangible Assets
Organizational Capabilities
Value Chain Analysis
General Administration
Human Resource Management
Research, Technology, and Systems Development
Procurement
Inbound Logistics
Operations
Outbound Logistics
Sales and Marketing
Service
SWOTT Analysis
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Trends
Strategic Choice Analysis
Organizational Strategies/Control and Evaluation Methods
Short-term Objectives (derived from SWOTT Assessment)
Long-term Objectives (derived from SWOTT Assessment)
Risk Management Strategy
Marketing Strategy
Youth Education Programming Strategy
Critical Success Factors
Management Skills
Product Quality
Implementation plan (from 30,000 feet)
Appendix A: Suggested Mission Statements for Youth Programs
Appendix B: Resource Based View Worksheet
Appendix C: Value Chain Analysis Worksheet
Appendix D: Strategic Choice and Analysis
Appendix E: Surveys
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"Creating public awareness among the general populace will require more creative and less structured planning. First series of groups to address would be scout, church and other social groups. In a similar manner to meeting EALR desires, CWB should try to identify merit badges with which to align programs with both Boy and Girl Scouts. Once that task is accomplished, developing a list of key scout leader contacts could be executed fairly quickly. Other groups would be interested in the center for its appeal to team building and uniqueness. Certainly, the installation of a light rail stop and city park next door will elevate CWB's presence in the spotlight."
"Being recognized as a key piece of South Lake Union's growth by its developer is a competitive advantage CWB needs to manage and leverage. The first task should be inclusion in promotional brochures that come out of Vulcan. Two more actions could foster a strong community tie. First, with 10,000 new residences coming into the area an opportunity may exist to offer $50 voucher for CWB programs for the first series of residents or a reminder that the center offers free boat rides on Sunday afternoons."
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Organizational Communication, 2004.
This paper discusses organizational communication dynamics with reference to organizational and communication theory.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 55.95
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This paper relates the role communication plays in management decisions. The author describes scientific management. The paper uses Systec, Inc. as a real-world corporate example.
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"This research examines communication and organizational dynamics with reference to organization and communication theory and as they are elaborated in the real-world example of Systec Inc, a privately held corporation with headquarters in Minnesota. The plan of the research will be to address organizational structure management practices interpersonal and group communications and other modes of communication with a view toward identifying the status of communications within the organization and forecasting possible lines of development. Embedded in virtually all contemporary of management and organizational theories is some discussion whether manifest or ...'
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Change Management, 2008.
This paper discusses that when an organization is facing a planned change, the biggest challenge is to manage the dynamics not the pieces.
3,158 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 17 sources, APA, $ 91.95
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In this article, the writer notes that change is essential to an organization. It ensures that an organization remains continually competitive in the market in which it competes. The writer points out that change is the one certainty of any system--for individuals as well as organizations. A system that is more open to change and, consequently improvements is more likely to survive than an organization that refuses to do so. The writer supports the claim that the biggest challenge in any planned change is managing the overall dynamics of the change rather than the individual pieces.
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Discussion
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"Often, in planned change management processes, focus is emphasized on the objective of the change and the final goal of the change. In reality however, change can affect different departments disproportionately. As such, during the process, management and change agents can get focused on the new challenge and forget the big picture of the change. Change that requires a longer period of time might be adversely affected by the additional attention that might be required in one specific area of the change or department. The nature and duration of the change process also impacts how change is accepted. Both groups and individuals accept change more willingly when it is gradual and positive effects of the change process is observed after every small action."
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Strategic Management, 2003.
How strategic management and planning is one of the key tools used by effective managers to confront the challenges of a dynamic world.
1,483 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper discusses strategic planning and how it is different from long-range and other forms of planning, the issues confronted by managers attempting organizational change, identifying strengths, weaknesses, and competencies of an organization in the planning process, and the relationship between mission statement, planned and unplanned change.
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"Strategic planning is a management tool that is used to help an organization do a better job: to help focus its energy and to ensure that all members of the organization are working toward the same goals; to assess and adjust the organization?s direction in response to a changing environment. It may thus be defined as ?the process by which the guiding members of an organization envision its future and develop the necessary procedures and operations to achieve that future.? (Goodstein, et al, 1993)."
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Strategic Planning in the Non-Profit Sector, 2002.
Examining an article "Relationships between organizational characteristics and strategic planning processes in nonprofit organizations" (Crittenden & Crittenden)
1,048 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper discusses the type of strategic planning and management needed in the nonprofit sector. The writer analyzes this article which offers a thorough analysis of these necessary factors. The discussion focuses on the main points of this article to illustrate the factors critical to strategic planning in the nonprofit sector.
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"They can be divided into two general types: instrumental and expressive. Instrumental nonprofit organizations are focused on some issue that is not specific to its members. Expressive organizations are those where the activities of members are carried out to help the members. The focus of each is very different. For the instrumental the focus is outside the group. For the experimental the focus is inside the group. This explains why the planning would differ between the two. Instrumental groups by their very nature have some external long-term goal to accomplish. Therefore, it is logical that they would be more mission-based. In contrast, the expressive group is less likely to feel the need for a long-term plans since its members are working towards the same thing. In addition to this, it is noted that nonprofit organizations often exhibit inward-looking and outward-looking tendencies at the same time. This seems to be something that is necessary for the nonprofit organization that requires its support from outside sources."
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Social Change Theory, 1993.
A look at the evolutionary, equilibrium, conflict and rise and fall of paradigms used to explain the dynamics of change.
2,700 words (approx. 10.8 pages), 4 sources, $ 95.95
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"Dynamics of Social Change
There have been many historical, theoretical, and philosophical developments that have affected social change since the beginning of humankind. From an historical perspective, societies have advanced from primitive states to advanced states, with human beings waging war on the battlefield and in the business world. The waging of war has contributed significantly to the evolution of social change in that societies were literally merged during the taking of slaves and prisoners, whereby the norms, values, behaviors and cultural practices that were specific to one culture were combined with those of the defeated culture. In this way, warring nations/cultures were influenced by each other, often to differing degrees. This resulted in norms, values, behaviors, and cultural practices being introduced and merged as..."
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Strategic Marketing Management in Japan, 2002.
The paper explores marketing strategies used to obtain organizational aims and the overall marketing concept in the Japanese market. It outlines a strategic marketing plan and evaluates it in the light of the achievement of organizational aims.
2,129 words (approx. 8.5 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 66.95
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The paper outlines a marketing strategic plan based on the known marketing tools and techniques. The paper then analyzes the marketing strategies used in the Japanese market and what it offers to buyers, sellers, manufacturers and investors thereby showing the connection between marketing and the accomplishment of the corporate goals. It also shows how the process of strategic marketing planning determines the accomplishment or failure of the targeted performance and goals of an organization.
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"Choosing the market of Japan for a close analysis from the standpoint of marketing strategies and principles being employed in the international market is most suitable decision, keeping in mind the fact that Japan has the world?s second most large economy. This is because Japan ?occupies an important position in virtually every industry and business activity worldwide? (Genzberger & Hinkelman, Introduction)."
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The General Dynamics Company, 2005.
This paper discusses the strategic management of the General Dynamics company.
3,510 words (approx. 14.0 pages), 18 sources, APA, $ 98.95
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This paper explains that the company General Dynamics was founded to generate value meant for shareholders through the use of industrial dynamics by harnessing technology which captures motion, energy, potential and development. The author points out that the strength of the company emanates from the expertise of the core technologies, which form the markets addressed, and the accurate implementation of the management's vision for getting the maximum return by fulfilling the requirements of the customer, present and in the future. The paper concludes that strategic planning is the sole path in which a top management impact the manner in which the organization functions; therefore, in an organization like General Dynamics, the planning process undergoes constant improvement, which is executed continually at the tactical stage across the entire company.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Analysis
International Business
Legal, Ethical and Social Responsibilities
Planning to include Strategic Management
Operating Management and Plans
Organizing work and Structure
Work Teams Utilization
Staffing
Employee and Management Development
Motivating Employees
Leading
Conflict Management and Stress
Managing Change
Controlling
Appraising and Rewarding
Operations Control
Conclusion
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"Employee recognition is not a just a pretty gesture to do for people. Employee recognition constitutes a communication instrument which strengthens and rewards the most crucial results people build for the business. When people are recognized effectively, there is a strengthening of the preferred means of recognition, the action and behaviors which is most often desired to be repeated. An efficient employee recognition system is simple, instantaneous and powerfully reinforcing. When the employee recognition processes is considered, this is equally powerful for the organization as well as the employee."
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Strategic Decision Making, 2005.
This discussion investigates strategic decision-making in project management organizations, focusing on the World Bank and UNESCO.
25,514 words (approx. 102.1 pages), 45 sources, MLA, $ 249.95
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The research explores how corporations or organizations make strategic decisions in project management. The investigation focuses on organizations such as the World Bank and UNESCO providing a comparison of these two entities. Tje paper explains how the World Bank makes special use of the project life cycle which is composed of eight phases: Country assistance strategies, identification, preparation, appraisal, negotiation and board approval, implementation and supervision, implementation and completion and evaluation. It shos how the World Bank relies on various strategies and the board of directors in the decision making process. On the other hand, the paper explains how UNESCO relies on the general conference and the bureau of strategic planning to make decisions for the organization. Project management is specialized for each project. It also includes an objective and goal for each aspect of the organization. A SWOT analysis is made for both organizations. The discussion focuses on the key factors involved in making decisions. The research indicates the importance of feasibility studies for both organizations and the success of the projects that have been implemented. The literature review discusses project management, product management, benchmarking, strategic marketing and other components of strategic planning. In addition, the research investigates strategic decision-making as it relates to human resources including team training and the characteristics of a project manager. The strategies and marketing aspects of the organizational strategies are also investigated. Finally, the discussion focuses on future studies in areas of strategic decision-making and project management.
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Abstract
Executive Summary
Chapter I
Introduction of Topic
Introduction
Background
Conclusion
Chapter II
Comparison of the World Bank (International Bank) and UNESCO
Introduction
On What Basis do Corporations or Companies Make Strategic Decisions in Project Management?
World Bank (International Bank)
Strategic Decision-Making and Project Management
SWOT Analysis
Strengths
Weaknesses
Limited Scope of Operations
Opportunities
Threats
Conclusion (World Bank)
UNESCO
Strategic Decision Making
Education
Objectives
Natural Sciences
Information Systems and Communication
Objectives
Social and Human Sciences
SWOT Analysis
Conclusion (UNESCO)
Man-made Limitations
Seasonal Factors
Institutional Factors
Comparison of Feasibility Studies between the World Bank and UNIDO
UNIDO
Successfulness of Projects
Chapter II Conclusion
Chapter III
Literature Review
Introduction
Strategic Management
Project Management and Strategic Decision Making
Project Management
Strategic Decision Making
Project Managers and Project Teams
The Role of Product Innovation and Development
Creativity
Benchmarking
Strategic Marketing and Planning
Chapter III Conclusion
Chapter IV Future Studies
Introduction
Future Studies
Chapter IV Conclusion
Chapter V
Discussion& Conclusion
Introduction
Discussion
Conclusion
References
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"Strategic Decision Making has long been a part of the corporate culture. The need for strategic decision-making became evident after World War II; this will be discussed in detail in the literature review. Strategic decision-making is also essential because most organizations are now using project teams to complete certain tasks. Therefore, the ability of managers to make strategic decisions is important. In recent years, project management has become increasingly more popular. In addition, the importance of strategic decision-making has become more prominent. The development of new ideas and concepts has led many organizations to seek out project managers to implement the new innovative projects properly. There is evidence to suggest there is a shortage of project managers, which is a reflection of the changing corporate environment. To combat this shortage of project managers many business schools have begun to offer specializations in project management."
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Strategic Development for Pepsico, 2002.
A report on the strategic development of the soft drink company, Pepsico.
2,480 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 75.95
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The paper shows that although Pepsi has dynamic strategic planning capabilities, it still cannot capture the competitor?s markets and consumer loyalty that Coke possesses. It shows how Pepsi drastically needs to change its strategies so that it can capture a larger market and utilize its resources to the maximum. Various issues are addressed, including: Strengths (campaign leadership, organizational structure, retailers), Weaknesses (customer loyalty), Opportunities (brands, channels, geographical growth, technology), Threats and Strategic Planning.
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"Firstly Pepsi should expand its revenue. Currently the revenue is the same as Coke?s but the difference is that Coke generates the same amount from the local market as the amount that Pepsi generates from its international markets combined. That is how strong a hold Coke has on the local market. Defeating Coke in its local market would mean that Pepsi is on top. It is going to be very difficult to expand itself here and capture the local market because from the past experiences Pepsi has learnt that Coke will apply any legal or illegal means to deter Pepsi from strengthening itself. So to increase the revenue, it would be wise to capture the international; markets and establish itself there. This is achievable because Pepsi gives competitive prices and can manage to sell internationally at prices that are equal lent to the local market that they intend to penetrate. That is why consumers internationally readily accept Pepsi. "
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