...producers. And in this case bow and arrow belongs the category of the tools of foragers. The tools allowed hunters to shoot prey more accurate than with spear. Archeologist argues that the innovation is more than a technological revolutions; it had a social consequences. Conferring to the scientific paper, there are two main major theories of criteria for falsification. One is Social-coercion theory; it’s an explanation for the rise of social complexity from Stony Brook University biologists Paul Bingham and Joanne Souza states from the new article. The primary prediction is when local subsistence capacity permits; local introduction of the bow will rapidly be followed by increases in social scale and economic intensifications. Another theory is Warfare theory, and the primary prediction is the local introduction of elite bow will result in increased interpolity warfare, with increases in social complexity and economic intensification resulting from the demands or effects of increased warfare, stated from the paper. Yet, how can the bow be a cause of social complexity increase? All models are acting as superior in performance to its predecessors. According to those idea, the introduction of a more and effective weapon system gave social groups a safer, more reliable way to coerce uncooperative individuals to support the...
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...Product Blitzmegaplex is serving a mix of a product and a services, we need to attract people and to make their visit to us a habit, the current satisfaction of customers is high because they get exactly what they need when they need it, although, the big deferent in ethnicities, believes and religions in Indonesia can affect the taste of consumers. We can make our product range wider by insuring more rooms that can project another kind of films that can serve the other group that share the same of cultures, ethnicities, believe or language aspects. Concentrating on each group needs and wants will insure their satisfaction and loyalty. Combining products and services together with special offers and special promotions will have a positive effect on loyal customers. Blitzmegaplex can also produce a sub-brand in other smaller cities in the long term that can show the films that the public needs in that area, the big distance and the deferent multiple transport that is needed of a customer to come to our theater from a far city will limit the attraction to visit us, going to the customer in this situation and bringing the product to him will attract more customers and their loyalty. 2 Price Using the market penetration could be achieved buy the right pricing mix, geographical pricing can be used in Indonesia because of the huge amount of islands in Indonesia, some islands are more urbanized than other, other islands are more industrial and not to forget the islands that...
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...15-1310 Gary Business strategy Premier Inn Table of Contents 1 Introduction and Background 1 2 Task 1: Process of Strategic Planning 1 2.1 Role of Vision and Competencies in Strategic Planning 1 2.2 Factors To Be Considered While Formulating Strategies 2 2.3 Effectiveness of Techniques Used for Strategic Planning 4 3 Task 2: Formulating New Strategy 5 3.1 Organisational Audit 5 3.2 Environmental Audit 6 3.3 Significance of Stakeholder Analysis 7 3.4 Possible Strategy Suggestions 8 4 Strategy Evaluation and Selection 8 4.1 Appropriateness of Present Strategies 8 4.2 Justification for Strategy Choice 9 5 Strategy Implementation 11 5.1 Roles and Responsibilities 11 5.2 Resource Requirements 11 5.3 Contributions of SMART Targets 12 6 References 13 7 Appendices 17 7.1 Appendix – 1: PEST Analysis 17 Index of Figures Figure 1 - Ansoff Growth Matrix for Premier Inn 3 Figure 2 - BCG Growth Share Matrix of Premier Inn 4 Figure 3 - Strengths and Weaknesses of Premier Inn 5 Figure 4 - Stakeholder Analysis of Premier Inn 7 Figure 5 - SAFe Analysis for Premier Inn 10 Introduction and Background This paper examines various factors related to strategic planning, such as the process of strategic planning, approaches and theoretical models linked with strategic planning, and the implementation of strategic plans by taking Premier Inn as the case study organisation. This paper shed light into how strategic planning models...
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...A study on Different Media Planning strategies at Selected Organizations In the partial fulfilment of Post Graduate Diploma in Management By: Bhargav Radia (P1139) Under the guidance of: Dr RAJESH ASRANI External Guide: Mrs Upasana Miterani Mrs Nikita Panchal N.R. INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AHMEDABAD (2011-2013) DECLARATION We Moulin Gajjar, Mohammad Ali & Bhargav Radia students of the two year PGDM programme at N R Institute of Business Management hereby declare that the report on summer training and project work entitle is the result of our own work. We also acknowledge the other works/publication cited in the report. (Signature) (Signature) (Signature) Moulin Gajjar Mohammad Ali Bhargav Radia Place: Ahmedabad Date:3/08/2012 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I express my sincere thanks to Ms. Upasana Miterani and Mrs. Nikita Panchal Marketing Executives, ACTIVE MEDIA, AHMEDABAD. Who guided me throughout my project with constant co-operation, encouragement and motivation. I thank to record my gratitude to our college Director for his encouragement and valuable support towards us. My project guide Mr. Rajesh Asrani has provided his valuable inputs as and when required. I thank him for his help and constant support. ...
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...profits to other concerns could be a violation of its fiduciary responsibility. The role of ethics in business and the social responsibility as it relates to the strategic plan should satisfy the needs of the stakeholders ("Ethics", 2012). The Role of Ethics in Business Making decisions in business is critical and being ethical when making those decisions is vital to the integrity of the company and the individuals making the decisions. There are many ethical theories to choose when making decisions. Moral systems give a unique perspective on situations and can help to predict the outcome of a decision. Managers and business owners should consider various schools of thought when ethically making decisions. The function by identifying the consequences of each action, not only for the person taking the action, but for everyone else involved. The effects of the decision by mentally calculating and weighing the costs and benefits to the company or department affected. Look at the benefit to establish solutions that provide the greatest good for the company and stakeholders. Also, considerations regarding business decision can be different depending on the situation, different thoughts and considerations must be given depending on the issue at hand ("Business and Ethics", 2012). Ethics and Social Responsibility Ethics addresses principles of the individual and social responsibility addresses how a...
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...Assessing Your Own Leadership Capability and Performance Introduction Established in 1858, Cambridge Assessment is an international exams group designing and delivering assessments to over 170 countries worldwide. Cambridge Assessment operates three exam boards; CIE, Cambridge English and OCR (Cambridge Assessment, 2015a). Group Print and Operations operates as the role of service provider to the exam boards from two large distribution centres (DC10 and DC20). The purpose of this assignment is to review what is seen to be the prevailing leadership style within Cambridge Assessment. Throughout, the review will explore how the constraints and demands imposed by the business units on DC10 have an impact on the prevailing leadership style. Understand Leadership Styles within an Organisation At Cambridge Assessment the concern for task is always the main focus, which is evident in: • The setting of key performance indicators (KPI’s) and the close monitoring by managers to ensure all targets are being met. • The traffic light systems used by all departments to ensure tasks are running on time and within budget. If a red light flags a problem, managers can reorganise or increase their teams to get back on track. • The planning matrix, for a ‘busy session’, details every report to be despatched at DC10 from start to finish date so departments can organise the staff and number of shifts required. • SOP’s being enforced so that best...
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...In general terms there are four principal methods that a pressure group can use in order to fulfil their functions. These four are; Electioneering and endorsement, Lobbying, Publicity and Organising grassroots activities. I would argue that Lobbying and organising grassroots activities is the most effective method that a pressure group can use as it is direct access to legislators as well as important political figures, whereas the use of electioneering and PAC is effective in a way it is not highly consider. The1970’s campaign finance reforms considerable alter the role of pressure groups and political fundraising, consequently the reforms limited the amount a pressure group could give to a candidate in a federal election. Therefore, the reform encouraged the setting up of political action committees commonly known as PACs that could make donations. A PAC is an organisation whose sole purpose is to raise funds which is then given to candidate campaigns running for political office. The 2006 mid-term elections were the first to run under the McCain-Feingold law of 2002, which had significant changes to federal election finance. The 2006 mid—terms themselves were an opportunity for the Democrats to regain control of both houses of Congress, with these factors as well as it being the most expensive election to date — an increase of 25% on what was spent in 2002, a majority of this increase was by PACs. PAC spending in 2006 exceeded $1billion and also with an increased emphasis...
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...Recruitment Methods and Strategies Michael Obesso Saint Leo University Abstract This paper discusses recruitment methods and strategies and demonstrates how beneficial it is for a company when recruiting is done right. This paper discusses techniques used by recruiters to find job candidates to include modern, internal and external methods of recruiting. Additionally this paper looks at strategies companies use to attract possible candidates. Strategies discussed consist of inviting candidates to events, showing candidates you want them, looking for talent in unlikely places, and using social networking sites. Recruitment Methods and Strategies Recruitment is an essential part of any business, and it pays to do it properly. When companies choose the right people for the job, treat them appropriately and train them well, these people will tend to stay with the company longer and produce exceptional results. In such conditions, the organization’s initial and continuing investment in them is well rewarded. Recruitment is a process of locating and employing the best-qualified candidate for a job, in a cost- effective and timely manner. Recruitment consists of analyzing the requirements of a job, drawing employees to that job, screening and selecting applicants, hiring, and incorporating the new employee to the organization. Traditional Recruiting Methods Even with the fast pace of change in HR methods, most classic recruiting methods still play an important role in...
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...Wal-Mart Case Study Introduction Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. is the largest retailer in the world and also the world’s largest private employee. One can walk into almost any Wal-Mart Supercenter and get a haircut, buy groceries, cash a check, get an exam with prescription glasses or contact lenses, fill medical prescriptions, or even have your car’s oil changed and tires rotated. Wal-Mart is able to provide all these services to consumers around the globe while offering more choices or varieties, while almost always offering better prices than there competitors. Since Wal-Mart is the world’s largest private employees, they are probably the most scrutinized company in the world. This is probably because of the high amount of part-time employees, or the public’s negative perception that they “squeeze their suppliers”, or because they are “killers of mom and pop stores”. This paper will attempt to discuss threats and challenges that Wal-Mart faces while also discussing the different strategies and initiatives that the Wal-Mart management team used to meet those challenges and neutralize threats. History Wal-Mart was founded by Sam Walton and the first Wal-Mart store opened in 1962 in Rogers, Arkansas. Less than ten years later, Wal-Mart had 38 stores operating with 1,500 employees and sales of $44.2 million. It began trading stock as a publicly held company on October 1, 1970, and was soon listed on the New York Stock Exchange (Wikipedia, 2012). Wal-Mart now has stores all over the...
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...Wal-Mart Case Study Elijah Anthony, Jr MNGT 5650 Feb. 11, 2012 Introduction Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. is the largest retailer in the world and also the world’s largest private employee. One can walk into almost any Wal-Mart Supercenter and get a haircut, buy groceries, cash a check, get an exam with prescription glasses or contact lenses, fill medical prescriptions, or even have your car’s oil changed and tires rotated. Wal-Mart is able to provide all these services to consumers around the globe while offering more choices or varieties, while almost always offering better prices than there competitors. Since Wal-Mart is the world’s largest private employees, they are probably the most scrutinized company in the world. This is probably because of the high amount of part-time employees, or the public’s negative perception that they “squeeze their suppliers”, or because they are “killers of mom and pop stores”. This paper will attempt to discuss threats and challenges that Wal-Mart faces while also discussing the different strategies and initiatives that the Wal-Mart management team used to meet those challenges and neutralize threats. History Wal-Mart was founded by Sam Walton and the first Wal-Mart store opened in 1962 in Rogers, Arkansas. Less than ten years later, Wal-Mart had 38 stores operating with 1,500 employees and sales of $44.2 million. It began trading stock as a publicly held company on October 1, 1970, and was soon...
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...Developing, manufacturing, and marketing product (metabolic disorder, gastrointestinal disease, immune deficiencies, etc.) Barbara Printup, Senior Director of marketing Want to launch Metabical (Meh-tuh-bye-cal) Objective Develop Positioning Strategy Build the Marketing Communication plan Positioning IMC Launch February 2008 January 2009 Analysis United State Issue In 2005, 65% from adult Population is Overweight, Obese and severely obese. The Second cause of preventable death Social Stigma (affect to professional life) Weight loss Drugs characteristic No Prescription drugs for (BMI of 25 30) are available Negative side effects ( gastrointestinal effect, and liver damage) Herbal/ dietary supplement Required an FDA approval except herbal Metabical Approved by FDA Specifically for Overweight (BMI 25 30) Reducing stress on heart and liver Single dose per day (controlled release feature) The side effect (gastrointestinal discomfort) less severe then other (if the patient consumed high level of fat and calories) Not recommended for BMI >30 Support Program Reference material Online weight Control Personal Support Meal Plans Weight loss tracker Food diary Nutritional and calorie calculator Goals Community Forums Menu Planner Grocery list Thousands of recipes Enable Individuals to achieve better results than they would from the pill alone (Teach lifestyle skill for healthy weight maintenance after the initial...
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...Introduction Bangladesh’s telecommunications industry Mobile phone has become a crucial part of Bangladesh's everyday-life and has made a “safe haven” in one of people’s pockets much like their wallet that they never want to leave home while they head for our work. The telecom-revolution and its persistent evolution together have made it possible even in developing countries like Bangladesh. This is the leading device that people now express themselves through, get their work done and share their pains and pleasures with (Blitz). The almost exponential enlargement in the Telecoms sector in Bangladesh in the last 5-10 years has had the same transformative impact on Bangladesh's economy as the growth of Ready Made Garments and Remittances. As well as being the largest provider to Foreign Direct Investment and tax revenues, the catalytic effect of rapid mobile infiltration on increasing the quality of life of tens of millions of people has been significant (The News Today). The number of mobile phone subscribers in Bangladesh achieved 82.442 million in November 2011 (The Independent, 2012), 92.12 million at the end of May 2012 (People’s Review) and subscribers has reached 110.675 million at the end of September 2013. Major players Bangladesh has 6 mobile phone operators: 1. Grameenphone – a joint venture enterprise between Telenor and Grameen Telecom Corporation (Wikipedia, a) 2. Banglalink – a wholly owned subsidiary of Orascom Telecom (Wikipedia, b) 3. Robi – a joint venture...
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...Examining My Communities Source Of Energy Aaron L. Hunt Argosy University July 11, 2014 Electricity, natural gas and solar energy are the three primary types of energy used in my community. Electricity is the only type of energy I use in my home. Dealing with any energy source, you are bound to have some type of negative impact on the environment. For example, the use of fossil fuels to create electricity omits dust, soot and other materials that are released into the atmosphere. In addition, the same solid materials along with chemicals that naturally occur in the atmosphere, assists in creating acid rain and negatively affecting my community. Pensacola, Florida deals with a low level amount of nuclear waste. Radioactive waste resulting from a nuclear medicine treatment, medical equipment that uses radioactive isotopes and cancer therapies are the extent of nuclear waste disposal in my community. , however, like many communities we dispose of toxic and hazardous wastes such as electronics, industrial waste and asbestos. Electricity and gas has been the two main energy sources for many years in my community. The demand for electricity is constantly growing with the expansion of my community so companies are attempting to generate electrical energies from The Straits of Florida. The installation of EPUs or Electrical Production Units can potentially damage sensitive coastal marine environments and are hazards to migrating mammals and fish. (Finkl, Charlier & Makowski...
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...Front page for written work/project Course Hand-in Course at ITU study board Course at EBUSS study board Synopsis Mini Project Other written work ✔ Project (with Project Agreement) ITU-Main supervisor EBUSS-Main supervisor Thesis Thesis Finishing Project Project Summer Project Project 4-weeks Project 12-weeks Project 16-weeks Project Course, project or thesis title: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Course manager/Supervisor(s): _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Name(s): Birthdate and year: ITU-mail: 1.__________________________________________________ ______________________ 2.__________________________________________________ ______________________ 3.__________________________________________________ ______________________ 4.__________________________________________________ ______________________ 5.__________________________________________________ ______________________ 6.__________________________________________________ ______________________ 7.__________________________________________________ ______________________ @ ____________@ ____________@ ____________@ ____________@ ____________@ ____________@ ____________ Courses with e-portfolio: Link to e-portfolio: _________________________________________________________________________________ ...
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...Creating, Financing, and Marketing a Business The Partnership There are several pros and cons of the partnership as a form of ownership. These are discussed in the succeeding paragraphs. The pros will be discussed first. The first pro of partnership is the ability to combine resources. When partners join forces towards a common goal, they are able to compliment the weaknesses of one and enhance the strength of others. These resources can come in many forms. Very often, the individual or party with the knowledge or product might not have the capital funding to start the business. They can enter into a partnership with someone who can provide the needed finical resources. The second pro of partnership is the idea of shared risk. When partners start a business, the risk of failure and financial liability is divided and shared amongst owners. The amount or extent of liability of each owner varies with different partnerships. These guidelines are usually outlined by a predefined arrangement. The third pro of a general partnership is that they are easier to form than corporations. According to legalzoom.com, “Another benefit of general partnerships is their simplicity and flexibility. General partnerships are usually less expensive to form and require less paperwork and formalities than corporations, limited partnerships or limited liability partnerships.” The cons will now be discussed. The first con of partnership is the...
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