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Sustainable Business, 2006.
A paper looking at the need to bring our environmental consciousness and ecological awareness into our business world as well in addition to our personal lives.
1,044 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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In addition to explaining the need for making businesses environmentally responsible, this paper also takes a look at the difficulties involved with operating a business that is both environmentally green and financially profitable. The paper goes on to point out that, while difficult, sustainable green businesses do exist and are profitable and that it is the responsibility of the community to see to it that more and more businesses operate in environmentally friendly ways.
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"In this age of environmental consciousness, ecological awareness permeates many aspects of our daily life. We worry about the food we eat, the clothes we wear, the pollution our cars generate, and the desecration of our environment in the name of progress. Although many people analyze their individual lives and look for opportunities to be environmentally responsible, few people carry this same perspective into their workday life. What they do in the office or the focus of the business they work for seems to be set apart from their need for environmental conservatism. However in the growing quest of improving the world's environment, more attention is being given to the impact of business on our surroundings. The line between the environmentalism in the private sector and the compliance of businesses to conservation measures in the commerce sector has blurred. While many industries, such as power plants and the chemical industry, are seen as necessary evils of modern society, organic farms, ecotourism, and other environmentally conscious businesses are receiving notoriety. However in light of our modernistic society, our extreme reliance on electricity, mobility, and communication, there is doubt that any business can be termed completely green or sustainable."
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International Business Organizational Trends, 2007.
A review of international business organizational trends and the most effective management strategies for globalization.
2,595 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 78.95
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This paper researches the impact that globalization has had upon international business organizational trends and attempts to determine the strategy of management found to be most effective for globalization.
Outline:
Objective
Introduction
Globalization
Characteristics of the Global Corporation
Sustainable Business Development (Rainey, 2007)
Sustainable Business Management Outcomes
Summary and Conclusion
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"The really attractive outcome of SBD is the comprehensive perspective that this method of management view of the corporation as well as its business environment. The business environment includes the "direct relationships with suppliers, distributors, customers, partners, employees, and shareholders and direct linkages with stakeholders, competitors, related industries and the natural environment (the eco-systems)." (Rainey, 2007) Sustainable Business Development is stated of Rainey of the nature that may be perceived: "...as a subset of the broader concepts of sustainability and sustainable development as defined by the international community of nations and the United Nations. SBD is a "holistic management construct that includes the entire value system from the origins of the raw materials to production processes and customer applications to end-of-life (EoL) solution." Encompassed is the complete spectrum of existing relationships with "supply networks, customers and stakeholders, and support service providers for providing business solutions and also handling wastes, residuals, and impacts." (Rainey, 2007) Accomplishing this is assured through the management concepts of enterprise management and 'life cycle thinking' (LCT)" which not only serves to build the awareness of the organization but as well builds the strategic management concept to include the mindfulness beyond the companies direct actions only."
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International Business Organizational Trends, 2006.
A discussion regarding the impact and strategy of management for globalization.
2,605 words (approx. 10.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 78.95
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This paper researches the impact that globalization has had upon international business organizational trends and the strategy of management found to be most effective for globalization. The paper also reviews the various related articles.
Outline:
Objective
Introduction
Globalization
Characteristics of the Global Corporation
Environmental Business Factors Identified Conklin (2003)
Sustainable Business Development (Rainey, 2007)
Sustainable Business Management Outcomes
Summary and Conclusion
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"From the foregoing definitions, it is garnered that a global corporation holds a position in all markets of a significant nature and has an information system that is able to balance the global supply to the global demand. A global corporation is one that is not identified on the basis of the country of its origin. The global corporation is participative in all geographic markets, designs both local and global products and locates it value chain globally although selectively. The global corporation is one that has marketing programs both locally and globally. The global corporation's organizational structure, its management process, and as well the organization's people and culture enables the corporation in global integration and coordination achievement. The global corporation has the power to command resources of astronomical proportions worldwide while it designs and delivers products and services tailored to the consumer's specific needs. The global corporation brings to markets resources that are world-class although the markets might not be otherwise able to justify these resources. The following chart labeled Figure 1 lists the 'Taxonomy of International Organization Models and Related Characteristics and Capabilities'. "
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Business and the Environment, 2002.
A research proposal to validate an effective mechanism for linking accountability and corporate responsibility for the protection of the physical environment through typical business processes.
7,691 words (approx. 30.8 pages), 43 sources, MLA, $ 167.95
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This paper investigates the feasibility of incorporating the concept of sustainable development into commercial bank business lending decisions. It discusses how this approach, if feasible, will provide a mechanism that will link effectively accountability and corporate social responsibility toward the physical environment through a relatively routine, but nevertheless crucial, business process. The mechanism proposed and investigated involves corporate managers, commercial bank lending officers and financial accountants and is based in both financial accounting and accounting for sustainable development (ASD).
It assesses the feasibility of integrating the concept of sustainable development generally and ASD more specifically into financial accounting analyzes used by commercial banks in the decision-making process for the extension of business loans.
Outline
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of the Study
Definition of Terms
Delimitations
Overview of the Study
Valuing Environmental Damage
Corporate Social Responsibility
Activity-Based Accounting and Management
Synthesis
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"The most typical approach to the protection of the environment is through the application of non-market activities by government. Several economists, however, suggest that market approaches would be more effective. Within the context of this suggestion, environmental damage is viewed as an externality. The typical approach to economic externalities is based upon two assumptions. First, the assumption is that externalities are harmful, and second, it is assumed that they are unidirectional. Based upon these assumptions, solutions to the problems thus created have tended to be one of the following three types: (1) require the entity creating the externality to pay damage to those injured by its existence; (2) tax the entity creating the externality by an amount equivalent to the damage caused; or (3) prohibit those activities in areas where harmful externalities would be created."
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Sustainable Development: A Global Challenge, 2004.
Examines the role of multinational corporations (MNC) in globalization and sustainable development.
6,100 words (approx. 24.4 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 143.95
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In a globalized environment where the notion of sovereign states is increasingly breaking down, MNCs have emerged as the dominant global power. This paper is based on the hypothesis that individual states' measures are inadequate resources to correctly regulate international business. In addition, it seems that international binding measures are impossible, as there is no central authority with the legal power of enacting such regulations. Finally, this paper shows that MNCs are a key part of globalization and, therefore, should have both the means and the influence to transform sustainable development from a lofty platitude to meaningful implementation. The paper presents a case study of initiatives and measures that seek to develop the contribution of MNCs to international social and environmental issues and to development policies and actions.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Need for Change
State Sovereignty
Sustainable Development
Challenges for Businesses
The Role of MNCs in Sustainable Development
The Global Compact
Initiatives outside the Global Compact
What is International Sustainable Development Law (ISDL)?
International Environmental Law and Its Impact on Australia
Conclusion
Bibliography
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"Globalization is a powerful force that can create growth and opportunities (Kilgour, 2001). It has opened markets and connected economies and cultures. In empowering individuals and groups in unprecedented ways, it has also resulted in demands for greater attention to be paid to issues like human rights, environmental protection and labor standards - the issues that form the heart of the corporate social responsibility (CSR) agenda."
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Customer-Centric Business Design.
This paper discusses the customer-centric business design. using the Coca Cola Company as an example.
1,050 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 36.95
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This paper explains that Coca Cola Company, which revolves its business around the customer's needs, wants. and demands, is structured on the framework of a "Customer-Centric" business design, composed of four strategic elements: customer selection, value capture, strategic control and scope. The author explains that the customer-centric model is a "pull-model", which embeds product innovation, manages demand proactively, and utilizes stochastic optimization methods to deal with variability. The paper concludes that the challenge facing companies today is the demand for redesign every five to seven years to achieve sustainable profit and shareholder value growth.
Table of Contents
Introduction
The Business Environment in Today's World
The Original Business Design of Coca Cola
Revamping of Business Design
Value Proposition and Core Competencies the Difference
Customer Satisfaction - Customer Loyalty
Summary and Conclusion
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"A customer may be satisfied without necessarily holding loyalty toward the product of a company. For example, when someone enters a store to purchase a soft drink and that individual prefers Coca Cola to Pepsi but the store is out of the Coca-Cola product the individual who then purchases a Pepsi instead of going to another store to procure a Coca Cola product is satisfied with the Coca Cola product but not loyal in purchasing habits. The loyal customer will go to another store to procure the desired and loyally chosen Coca Cola product. The loyal customer is the higher valued customer by the company."
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Social Enterprise Business Proposal, 2005.
Presents a business proposal for a nonprofit social organization that provides housing for the poor.
3,150 words (approx. 12.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 124.95
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This essay acts as a business proposal for a nonprofit social enterprise. The social enterprise in question is directly associated with the social goals of a nonprofit that works towards developing affordable and sustainable housing throughout the Third World and in the impoverished regions of First World nations. the paper shows that the social enterprise itself is an architectural consulting service that will provide sustainable direction and advice to individuals and businesses in the West.
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"The role and importance of nonprofit corporations in the global marketplace is becoming increasingly important. Besides offering a number of services and employment venues otherwise unavailable, nonprofits also, in general, add social value to the marketplace by providing goods and services that society has deemed socially worthwhile, whatever the monetary, market value might be. If only for this reason, nonprofit corporations constitute an invaluable sector of the global marketplace. However, nonprofit corporations face significant problems, often stemming from financial subsidy."
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Sustainable Development, 2002.
This paper is a review of the sustainable development initiative and the reasons why there is a need to find a common path to achieve sustainability.
2,542 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 77.95
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This paper presents the background and current information with regards to sustainable development and some of the problems that are associated with the term. The paper discusses many of these areas of concern and provides possible remedies for this initiative, which is mainly the need to ensure a common direction or path.
Introduction
History
Perspectives on Sustainable Development
Sustainable Development Principles
Business, Politics, and the Environment
Technology
Conclusion
References
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"Many view sustainable development as a concept that should be incorporated into our ways of thinking and into the policies that govern our society. The environment is continuing to enter a state of serious threat, and sustainable development is a means in which growth and profit are still able to occur, and the protection of the environment is the utmost importance. Sustainable development is a concept that cannot only be incorporated into the many aspects of planning but it is also an essential component of management initiatives."
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Sustainable Development: The Need for a Common Path, 2002.
This paper is a review of the sustainable development initiative and a look at the reasons why there is a need to find a common path to achieve sustainability.
2,371 words (approx. 9.5 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 72.95
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This paper presents the background and current information with regards to sustainable development and some of the problems that are associated with the concept. The paper states many of these areas of concern and provides possible remedies for this initiative, which is mainly the need to ensure a common direction or path.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
History
Perspectives on Sustainable Development
Sustainable Development Principles
Business, Politics and the Environment
Technology
Conclusion
References
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"Many view sustainable development as a concept that should be incorporated into our ways of thinking and into the policies that govern our society. The environment is continuing to enter a state of serious threat, and sustainable development is a means in which growth and profit are still able to occur, and the protection of the environment is the utmost importance. Sustainable development is a concept that cannot only be incorporated into the many aspects of planning but it is also an essential component of management initiatives."
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Doing Business In Saudi Arabia, 1999.
An overview of economic, government, historical, religious and cultural factors related to foreign investment and business, focusing on legal issues. Discusses commercial law, contracts, business organizations, labor, taxation, arbitration law andmore.
4,725 words (approx. 18.9 pages), 15 sources, $ 135.95
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Although the Saudi Arabian government has been attempting to diversify the Saudi economy for over 20 years, the central source of Saudi prosperity is the petroleum industry. The petroleum industry is mature. Hence, the government is beginning to realize that it needs foreign investment in order to decrease the dependence on oil and to encourage sustainable growth and development
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"DOING BUSINESS IN SAUDI ARABIA: AN OVERVIEW OF THE LEGAL CLIMATE
Introduction
Climate for Investors
Although the Saudi Arabian government has been attempting to diversify the Saudi economy for over 20 years, the central source of Saudi prosperity is the petroleum industry. The petroleum industry is mature. Hence, the government is beginning to realize that it needs foreign investment in order to decrease the dependence on oil and to encourage sustainable growth and development.
Foreign investors look at many factors in making the decision to invest in another country. One of the main factors is the stability of the government. Stability has not been a ..."
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Business Strategy for Dell, 2004.
Discusses various business strategy questions for Dell Computers.
3,825 words (approx. 15.3 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 135.95
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This paper discusses these issues: What generic business level strategy is Dell pursuing?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of this business level strategy? What are the company's company's core competencies, sustainable competitive advantage and the company's strengths?
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"Like other PC makers Dell ordered its components in advance and carried a large amount of component inventory. If its forecasts were wrong Dell had major write-downs based on lower of cost or market price adjustments. Then Dell began to implement a new business model. Its operations had always featured a build-to-order process with direct sales to customers but Dell took a series of steps to eliminate its inventories. The results were spectacular..."
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Sustainable Development in the Philippines, 2008.
This paper discusses good governance for sustainable development in the uplands of the Philippines at the Western Mindanao State University (WMSU) Experimental Forest.
4,440 words (approx. 17.8 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 116.95
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This paper explains that deliberate efforts on the part of the government or civil society to strengthen links between good governance initiatives and sustainable development objectives provide a viable framework for action that is founded on participatory mechanisms to mitigate effects of poverty, inequality and lack of access to basic services. The author points out that such mechanisms are essential in establishing a mutually accepted and respected strategic plan of action for a more sustainable utilization of the community's scarce resources. The paper relates that the primary objective of the Forest Land Use Plan is to allocate the one thousand two hundred twenty seven hectares of the Western Mindanao State University Experimental Forest to its most rational use in order to address prevailing issues concerning the sustainability of the forest.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
Governance and Sustainability
Development in the Upland
Community-Based Resource Management at WMSU Experimental Forest
The Forest Land Use Plan
Good Governance and Sustainable Development in the Upland
Conclusion
Schematic Framework of Forest Land Use Planning (FLUP)Proposed Forest Land Use Map of the WMSU-EF
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"With the delineation of the production and protection areas, existing land use map was superimposed to analyze propriety of the existing land uses with vis-a-vis land qualities or land characteristics. Based on this, various conflicting issues were noted as improper land use such as kaingin farming and related practices. Other areas of issues such as degraded lands, encroachment, illegal occupancy, protection of forest resources and socio-demographic problems due to increasing population in the area were also identified. From these, various options were developed by the TWG to address the different issues and conflicts."
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Sustainable Development and the Public Good, 2005.
A description of a sustainable development solution based on a working model and an analysis of how it relates to the public good.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 10 sources, $ 89.95
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This paper discusses the concept of sustainable development as it pertains to the public good. It also discusses the idea of externalities in that sustainable development affects the lives of many people without regard for whether they have actively sought its benefits as well as demands. The paper proposes a brief outline of a sustainable development solution based on a working model found in the literature.
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"Sustainable Development and the Public Good Overview Kollock describes a public good as something from which all persons can and do benefit irrespective of whether they have contributed to the public good or not (1998, par.17). If one examines the environmental and economic concept of sustainable development (SD) it becomes clear that SD is, by definition, a public good. SD benefits all and certainly a minority of any population will actively participate in its development or its denouement. Yet, SD is also rife with externalities in that, because of its pervasiveness, it will undoubtedly affect the lives of people whether they have agreed to it or are participative or not. The Difficulty of Sustainable Development At first blush the combination of these two terms: sustainability and developmental, might seem an oxymoron or a contradiction at best."
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Sustainable Architecture, 2005.
A discussion on sustainable architecture in the 21st century.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper looks closely at the emergence of sustainable architecture and its function in the 21st century. The paper is broken down into three parts: the philosophy, the materials utilized and the importance of the design of sustainable architecture. To aid in this analysis, three central sustainable architects are also included in this research.
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"Sustainable architecture has become a movement within architecture in this last century. In accordance with recent environmental movements, sustainable architecture attempts to save and share resources, to save and spare economically. King writes that the "shift to a sustainable, ecologically restorative way of life in city and countryside, guaranteeing fair shares of resources and opportunities across space and time, will involve the bitterest struggles over material interests" (9). This mentality is fundamental to the conservation and continuation of our species. It incorporates a new element of creativity into the work of an architect, which can be a rejuvenating element, as the art of architecture is as old as they come. The use of such designs into the 21st century shows a respect for our children and an equal respect for our earth, and, as our materials begin to ..."
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Sustainable Development, 2005.
This paper discusses sustainable development, a concept of controlling the imbalance of economic growth and the protection of the environment.
1,955 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 62.95
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This paper explains that sustainable development is still an idea or a dream that has not developed into a reality because of the difficulty of resolving the conflict between economic and environmental needs. This paper points out that creating a harmony between economic and environmental needs does not mean that sustainable development eliminates economic development, but that both have to work together for the satisfaction of both economic and environmental needs. The paper relates that one of the most important international agreements negotiated for establishing and setting down these guidelines for sustainable development is the Kyoto Protocols, which established the foundations for a more expensive manufacturing and industrialization process that would substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions and, therefore, reverse the problem of global warming. The environmental problem can be solved, but requires short-term economic sacrifices.
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"In the "Bali Declaration on Population and Sustainable Development," the urgency of establishing a balance between present and future human needs on the one hand, and the capacity of the environment, on the other, is emphasized. As written in the Bali Declaration, "there is an urgent need to bring into balance population dynamics, socio-economic development, the use of natural resources and environmental qualities" (770). When the importance of balancing these needs is ignored, as it mainly is at the preset moment, the problem is not just that the environment suffers degradation and deterioration but that environmental problems threaten the quality and nature of human life and civilization. This is essentially the main message of environmentalists and development strategies who urge the importance of implementing sustainable development."
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