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In your role as Director of Operations, you have collaborated with department heads to create a cross-functional and collaborative organization, good work. Thus far, Management Information Systems (MIS) has been supporting the organization’s activities, and assisted in organizational management. Now it is time for you to continue with the next phases of the organization’s strategic management plan. In your meeting with the board of directors, you must present on many aspects of the organization, including technology. Specifically, the board needs to understand how your current and future technology implementations will facilitate the decisionmaking process. Please present a detailed analysis of the following topics in the context of decision-making and strategic planning:
● Data Mining in the context of predictive analytics & Big Data, as a competitive strategy 
● CRM as a source of sustaining competitive advantage
● Hardware & Software in terms of disaster recovery & business process continuity (BPC)
● Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) in terms of sustaining a cross-functional organization 
● Telecommunications in terms of using networks & social media to compete on the global stage 
● Systems implemented to mitigate the effects of risk on information security and the ethical use of information 
● Summary of how to integrate all of these systems Your detailed analysis should be presented using these bullet-points as subject headings in your paper.

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Research Paper Using Word This assignment has two goals: 1) have students, via research, increase their understanding of impacts of information technology on current world issues, and 2) learn to correctly use the tools and techniques within Word to format a research paper, including use of available References and citation tools. These skills will be valuable throughout a student’s academic career. The paper will require a title page, NO abstract, three to five full pages of content with incorporation of a minimum of 3 external resources from credible sources and a Works Cited/References page. Wikipedia and similar general information sites, blogs or discussion groups are not considered creditable sources for a research project. No more than 10% of the paper may be in the form of a direct citation from an external source. Choose your topic from the list of topics that follow these organization steps. Paper organization Open Word and save a blank document with the following name: “Student’s LastNameFirstInitial Research Paper” The paper should be organized in the following way: 1. Titlepage: a. Centerinthemiddleofthepage(horizontallyandvertically)thetitle(subject)ofthepaperandbelowthat your name 2. Bodyofthepaper: a. Use12-pointArialfont b. Setthemarginsat1” c. Entire paper should be double-spaced d. Length–3-5fullpages,notcountingthetitlepageortheReferencespage. e. Includeaminimumof3APA-formattedcitationsandrelatedReferencespage.Everyreferencemustbecited at least once, and every citation have an entry in the References list. If you are not familiar with APA format, it is recommended that you use the References feature in Word for your citations and Reference List or refer to the ″Citing and Writing″ option under the Resources/Library/Get Help area in the LEO classroom. It is important to review the final format for APA-style correctness even if generated by Word. f. Include at least two (2) informational footnotes. Footnotes are not used to list a reference! Footnotes contain information about the topic to which the footnote has been attached. g. Placethereferencesonaseparatepagefollowingthebodyofthepaper.Note:Useahardreturn(CTRL Enter) after the end of your paper body and the start of the References page. 3. Organizationofthecontentofthepaper: Include the following sections in the paper (include, in bold, the headings identified here): a. Introduction-Identifytheissueoridea.Explainwhythetopicwasselectedandwhatyouaretryingto achieve (what is your end goal). The introduction should not be more than half a page; details will be discussed in the follow-on areas. b. Areasofinterest,activityorissue–Definetheissueorideaingreaterdetail.Definethespecificproblem or problems or new idea. Identify other underlining or related issues as well as dependencies. Explain what impacts will result if not addressed. c. Research Findings – Summarize your research findings and what they contribute to the study of the issue or idea. You must identify (cite) the sources of the research or class material related to your topic that you include in the findings. d. Proposedsolution(s),idea(s),coursesofaction(s).Listsolutions,ideasorcoursesofactionwithan analysis of its effectiveness (how will your suggestions affect or change the current situation). If more than one idea is suggested, provide an analysis that covers all proposed suggestions. e. Conclusion–Summarizetheconclusionsofyourpaper. A list of topics from which students can choose is provided here: Topics for Research Paper The focus of the paper should be on one of the following: 1. How has information technology led to the struggle between online and brick-and-mortar stores? What do the next 5-10 years look like? 2. How has information technology opened up the potential for 5G networks? Are there any downsides to the implementation of this technology? 3. How has information technology impacted the use of robots in your local stores? 4. How has information technology supported the development of monopolies – Amazon, Microsoft, telecom companies? Will these monopolies survive? 5. How has information technology supported the development of facial recognition software and the current issues related to its use? 6. How has information technology led to the use of biometrics and the potential for rise of an International “Big Brother”? 7. How has information technology led to the development of the Internet of Things and the concern about the impact of privacy laws (or lack thereof) on the IOT? 8. How has information technology supported the development of Facebook and other social media sites? Should social media sites be regulated? 9. Who/what is Huawei and what are the issues the U.S. and other countries are having with Huawei? 10. How has information technology changed the political process within the past 5 years? Writing Quality for the Research Paper • All Grammar, Verb Tenses, Pronouns, Spelling, Punctuation, and Writing Competency should be without error. • Be particularly careful about mis-matching a noun and pronoun. For example, if you say ″A person does this...″ then do not use ″their″ or ″they″ when referring to that person. ″Person″ is singular; ″their″ or ″they″ is plural. • Remember: there is not their, your is not you′re, its is not it′s, too is not to or two, site is not cite, and who should be used after an individual, not that. For example, ″the person WHO made the speech″ not ″the person THAT made the speech.″ • in the previous sentence. It is more business-like to say ″In a professional paper one should not use contractions,″ rather than saying, ″In a professional paper you don′t use contractions.″ • In a professional paper one does not use contractions (doesn′t, don′t, etc.) and one does not use the personal I, you or your. Use the impersonal as in the previous sentence. It is more business-like to say ″In a professional paper one should not use contractions,″ rather than saying, ″In a professional paper you don′t use contractions.″ • Remember: spell-check, then proofread. Better yet, have a friend or colleague read it before submitting it. Read it out loud to yourself. Read it as if you are submitting it to your boss. Grading Criteria Paper Mechanics Format- title pg, font, margins, paper length Title page included: Arial 12-point font used; margins set at 1″; body of the paper is 3-5 pages, double spaced. The title page and References page are not counted as part of the 3-5 pages of text. APA work - citations and references A minimum of 3 correctly formatted citations matched to references; both citations and references in APA format. Footnotes 0.5 A minimum of 2 footnotes that contain additional information but are NOT references. 1.5 0.5 0.5 Mechanics- grammar, spelling, etc. Grammar, spellings, and punctuation correct throughout the paper. Content Introduction Issue Findings Solutions/actions Conclusion This is a summary of the topic. Simply identify the issue without going into great detail, explain why was the topic selected and what the you are trying to achieve (what is your end goal). The introduction should not be more than half a page; details will be discussed in the follow-on areas. Define the issue or idea. Define the specific problem or problems or new idea. Identify other underlying or related issues as well as dependencies. Explain what impacts will result if not addressed. Identify research or class material related to your topic. Summarize your findings and what they contribute to the study of the issue or idea. Sources must be identified in citations and the related References list. List solution, idea or courses of action with an analysis of its effectiveness (how will your suggestions affect or change the current situation). If more than one idea is suggested, provide an analysis that covers all proposed suggestions. Summarize the conclusions of your paper. In a paragraph briefly identify the issue, the findings, your proposed solution/actions. However, do not simply repeat the words in the previous sections. 2 2.0 2.0 3.0 2 You can find instructions on how to use the References tool in Word on a PC or on a Mac in a file included in the Assignment link.

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Is it wise to take out a loan for a start-up company or pursue ways of building the capital yourself?

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talk about shipment delay and how it has impacted consumer feedback and when recommendations could work to fix this issue,

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Research visions from organizations in industries other than your own. Find a vision statement that provides an engaging picture for the future of that organization and is detailed enough that external stakeholders can relate to it in a meaningful way. In a paper of 750-1,000 words, address the following:
1.Describe the company and its vison statement.
2.Discuss the attributes that make the vision meaningful.
3.Explain how the vision statement is appropriate for the organization and why the vision statement is appealing to stakeholders on both a cognitive and emotional level.
4.Evaluate whether or not the vision statement encourages organizational change. Provide rationale and examples to support your assessment.
5.Compare and contrast this vision to that of a successful vision in your field, industry, or organization. How do the attributes for a vision in your field or industry differ from those in other fields or industries?

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INTRODUCTION

Based on the current state of affairs with the pandemic of COVID19, I challenge you to complete a brief marketing contingency plan. This situation provides an unparalleled opportunity to practice real-world situations and practices. The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak a global health emergency and the current situation is a cause for concern - for individuals and organizations. You are challenged to think critically on how organizations function under such circumstances or times of crises.

INSTRUCTIONS.
1. Review all attachments. These attachments will provide you interview studies, tables, and information needed to write your paper.

2. Write a formal paper at least 10 pages but no more than 15, formatted per APA guidelines, and provide the following:

a). a title page

b). an opening paragraph with a thesis statement that is analytical in nature encompassing a forward-thinking view, i.e., recommendation, related to what the team learned from their analysis of the data

c). a description of the topic covered by the team with citation to appropriate sources

d) a brief synopsis of the research process undertaken by the team members including the interview questions

e). a detailed analysis of the data focusing three points of interest a) what patterns emerged in the responses., were there common or repetitive themes? b) what differences emerged in the response, i.e., were there notable anomalies? c) how does the data compare to the course materials, i.e., what similarities or differences can be found?

f) a detailed explanation of what the team members learned from the data that make use of sources besides the textbook for support (note the connection to the thesis statement requirement)

g). the three recommendations of how this new knowledge can be applied identified in the presentation but selects and justifies one recommendation as the primary business application (note the connection to the thesis statement requirement)

e). a conclusion

f). an APA formatted reference page
One of those references must include
Neck, C. P., Houghton, J. D., & Murray, E. L. (2017). Organizational behavior: A critical-thinking approach. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.

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Understanding of the core concepts and insightful analysis of the destination; 
•    Appropriate and skilled use of destination data; 
•    Understanding and use of the literature, clarity of sources and interpretation of evidence; 
•    Standard of presentation and written English, including references. 

Ideally, you will be able to demonstrate:


•    Excellent understanding of destination marketing, policy and management, sustainable impact management and product development in theory, and in practice in Thanet; 
•    Excellent understanding of Thanet's recent development, its achievements, and the challenges it still faces; 
•    Accurate selection and interpretation of data from appropriate destination sources;
•    Evidence of detailed research using a wide range of relevant academic and secondary sources;. 
•    Highly-skilled development of links between evidence about Thanet and literature.

Make sure your work:


•    Is presented in report format with error-free numbering of sections, tables, figures and pages, an executive summary, and a table of contents; 
•    Has references and the bibliography presented completely accurately in the Harvard System format; 
•    Has clear and concise explanations, written in a very high standard of English.

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Guide lines: 
This is where feasibility analysis fits in. Your job is to conduct a mini-feasibility analysis of a “professional” pitch from the Shark Tank TV show.

This assignment should be no more than three pages total (single-spaced, 11-point font). As with the case assignments, it is imperative that you connect to the course literature as part of the assignment. In other words, be sure to include in-text citations, references and a reference list (as appropriate). 

Also, you are encouraged to access outside industry or market reports, competitors’web pages, or other information to inform your feasibility.
Your submissions (crafted in Microsoft Word, please!) should answer the questions found below, individually and in the order they are posed. Please clearly mark when you start a new question by starting a new paragraph—don’t intermingle the questions, please!

2) Describe the main opportunity(s) involved in your selected pitch. Highlight parts of the feasibility of the business concept involved in your chosen pitch by describing the characteristics of the opportunity and related concept (or at least the entrepreneurs’ understanding of the issues) below. If they are not explicit about these, please infer and justify why as appropriate. Help do a bit
of feasibility analysis for the entrepreneur (see week 3 asynch materials and applicable readings). Please use outside sources such as industry or consumer reports, competitors’ web pages, or statistics about the market to amplify any information you might need. Be sure to note any references and citations.

Some of the main issues are:
a. That they have the “right” customer
b. That they have the appropriate way to reach that customer
c. Their main source of differentiation and value-add over the next best alternative
d. Customers’ willingness to pay the price (in line with point c above regarding value-add)
e. The price-cost relationship (such as margins, profitability, tech development, etc.)
f. Industry features and dynamics
g. Their ability to deliver on the concept as described

3) What are your conclusions about the feasibility of the opportunity(s)? What factors lead you to make this assessment? Be specific and address each opportunity. You don’t have to agree with the “sharks” on this; they might be looking at different factors than you are.

4) What are the three or four overall takeaways (lessons learned) from watching this pitch and the comments of the “Sharks” for your own entrepreneurial career and feasibility analysis? This is an important part of the assignment, so make sure you put inappropriate thoughts and connections.



Shark tank video link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k3PY_p_M-8w


In the attachment are the assignment guidelines, the three readings, and notes that are required to reference back to. I also started a first drift  (attached here Draft 1 with helpful notes and pointers and there's another attachment called paper notes)

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This activity will provide you with an opportunity to engage in discussion on a project management topic that was covered in this module. The class interaction will foster a learning environment in which you will learn from each other’s experiences and opinions. In addition to that, you will practice using the project management jargon and express your opinions in a professional manner. The options available in this discussion have ethical considerations that are important to consider as a project manager.
Outsourcing is a common practice in business, and it may be an option for a project you are responsible for managing. Understanding the considerations necessary for making the best decision for a project is essential to a successful project.
Respond to the following:
A project you are managing has a supply-chain issue. You are not able to continue utilizing a primary vendor. Select a product that would be essential to a project and identify the pros and cons of outsourcing an element of the project. What are the pros and cons of outsourcing? What could you do to minimize the negative effects?
Identify at least one element for each of the six outsourcing considerations in your answer.
Consult the Discussion Posting Guide for information about writing your discussion posts. It is recommended that you write your post in a document first. Check your work and correct any spelling or grammatical errors. When you are ready to make your initial post, click on the "Reply". Then copy/paste the text into the message field, and click "Post Reply."

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This assignment is a case study. You will be presented with information concerning a company facing a situation that requires at least one decision to be made. Read the case and using the course material and your additional research, write a short paper that briefly identifies the issues and proposes a solution that includes a justification for your choice.
This assignment considers the information provided in the Shell Case Fabricators (SCF) case. It can be found at the end of Chapter 12 of your text in the case section after the blue pages. Additional questions have been added, so please use the text only for the case material and not the assignment. To complete the assignment, follow the steps listed below:
Read the Shell Case Fabricators case at the end of Chapter 12.
Create a paper responding to the following questions (ignore the questions in the textbook and only answer these questions): 
Consider the proposal. Should SCF accept or reject ACL’s request? If you were the project manager, which option would you select? What risks are involved with your choice and with ACL’s request?
How should SCF negotiate with ACL? How can SCF and ACL develop a positive, long-range relationship? Give specifics.
Would it be possible to outsource some of the project elements, and would it be ethical as this is already a subcontracted project? What other options are available that you could consider?
If you were to look for another solution, what would you include in your request for proposals (RFP)?
Write a three page paper in Word format. Use the American Psychological Association (APA) style (6th edition) for writing your assignment.
Compose your work in a .doc or .docx file type using a word processor (such as Microsoft Word, etc.) and save it frequently to your computer. For those assignments that are not written essays and require uploading images or PowerPoint slides, please follow uploading guidelines provided by your instructor.





Shell Case Fabricators

BACKGROUND

Shell Case Fabricators (SCF) designs and builds shell casings that enclose
electronic products such as calculators, cell phones, modems. Typically the cases
are plastic or plastic compounds. SCF has six different production lines that cover
different types of product. For example, the largest high volume production line
for modems can produce three different colors and two models (vertical and flat).
Air Connection Links (ACL) is the biggest customer that buys product from this
line. This high output line now runs at full capacity on an eight-hour shift. The
other five lines run smaller quantities and tend to meet the needs of other specialty
products manufactured by different smaller firms.
Ninety-five percent of SCF’s product casings line is designed by the original
hardware manufacturer. Getting a casing to the production stage requires a great
deal of collaboration and interaction between the original hardware and case design
manufacturer (e.g., ACL) and SCF’s shell design engineers and production
department. The latest new product of ACL is a modem designed to be used for
monitoring water activity in bays, e.g., ship traffic, pollution, floating debris. Because
of the product’s high functionality and low cost, potential demand for the
new product is out of sight. It seems every country with small bays used for shipping
wants enough underwater modems to cover their respective bays.
THE UNDERWATER MODEM PROJECT
At SCF each new product is assigned a project manager to coordinate and manage
the shell design, budgets, and manufacturing startup. Songsee is SCF’s star project
manager and is the project manager of the shell for the new short-range,
underwater acoustical modem. The shell casing for the underwater modem
required special design, materials, custom equipment, and a seal to withstand
pressure to 50 meters. Air Connection Links, the product owner, needs sixty
thousand modems in 91 days (next January 15) for the Estuary Control Institute
meeting in Hong Kong.
CLIENT CHANGE REQUEST
Songsee has felt the project was moving along smoothly, with the exception of
being two weeks behind schedule. She feels she can “lean on” the design department
to put the project on top priority and make up the two weeks. Yesterday,
ACL’s project manager, Sabin, came in with a “simple change.” Change the outer
shell shape from rectangular to dome shape; it will improve performance 2 percent.
Songsee couldn’t believe Sabin. He knows better. He knows the engineering
implications, and it is NOT simple! Yet Sabin tells Songsee, “It shouldn’t cost
much.” Songsee imagined a sharp retort, but she counted to five and aborted. At
this late stage of the game, changes and schedule compression cost big money!
Songsee said she would get together with her team and start on a new time and
cost estimate today. She told Sabin he would have to give her a written change request
of the new requirements by tomorrow. Sabin appeared disappointed. “Why
don’t we just add €100,000 to the price and get on with it? We have been doing
business with SCF for six years. With expected demand out of sight, SCF will
break even quickly and have a great profit on the production side.” Songsee
sighed. “Let’s proceed with the change order process. I will bring your request to
the change order governance committee.”
Songsee’s meeting with her team about the change went about as expected.
Every department moaned about changing at this late date. The guesstimate cost
and time estimates were over triple Sabin’s idea of €100,000. For example,
designing a new seal for a dome style modem will require a new custom water
sealing approach, possibly an untested different sealant, and new molds. Has ACL
frozen the design of the new style modem? Songsee asked the team to come in
with a more detailed estimate by tomorrow afternoon, before her meeting with the
change order governance committee.
THE NEXT DAY (FRIDAY)
Sabin called from ACL at midmorning the next day. “Our senior management is
upset that we have to be so formal for such a small change. They just want to get
on with the project and meet the time to market launch date. €100,000 seems
like a fair price. They believe you need to talk to your management. They want a
response by Monday.”
The team estimates came close to yesterday’s guesstimate (€391,000). Not good
news. Songsee knew the answer of the change committee would be to hold for the
full amount. She was right. The change committee believed the costs are there and
need to be covered to meet the launch date. The committee was also concerned
that priorities and resource scheduling would have to change for SCF’s design and
production departments. In three hours she would meet with senior management
to decide to accept the client’s request at their price or come up with an alternate
plan. Songsee realized she should have several options for senior management to
consider, along with a recommendation.

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Identify a company (any of your choice) and try to understand its international strategy (in which countries they operate, what startegy they use, what is the most succesfull international market, do they costumize the products/service based on local needs?, etc)