...Expansion in Kava, phase one Student MGT/350 April 16, 2012 Instructor Decisions in Paradise, Phase One The “Expanding Presence” project for BLW International (a tourism and consulting firm), is a three-phase operation involving the main office stateside and a remote branch location on the South Pacific island of Kava. The anticipated outcome for the Kava Branch is to improve existing infrastructure and relationships with native businesses and at the same time create jobs for local inhabitants. This first phase encompasses the research and establishing of company processes, human resources strategies, and ethical standards for the firm. Policies and procedures of the corporation are designed harmoniously to benefit local economies monetarily and improve global impact of trades and services. BLW International is dedicated to assist and aid local business owners through this process. Creating new opportunities for the future generations of Kava is a primary concern. Natural disasters, such as typhoons, tidal waves, floods, tornadoes, fires, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, petroleum spills, HIV/AIDS, and avian flu directly affect the economy of Kava. National, state, and local government along with occupant business entities should combine resources and plan accordingly for contingency situations. Disaster training and education for the public is an initiative worthwhile. BLW International is currently engaging in a budget for emergency response training for new...
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...there are so many examples of critical thinking. One example is to deciding how to meet budget requirements in today’s economy. With an every decreasing government budget and the impending government shut down will most serenely lead to furlough. In a business such as the federal government with more dependents than it has money can be a struggle. In this scenario critical thinking comes into play with ways for the federal government to pay the expenses and pay the dependents can be changeling. Carefully choosing and making the right choices takes a great deal of research and time and usually leads to two or three choices in the end. Once we have carefully thought out and sorted through your research the critical thinker will come to the decision of their best choice. By having servile several choices to choose from gives the critical thinker the ability to process and choose the right one for the given situation. A critical thinker picks the issue apart and comes up with the best option to the issue because of their...
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...Self Management Behavioral Contract Patricia Johnson BSHS 312 December 1, 2012 Cheryl Ritter Self Management Behavioral Contract This contract is suppose to be about something that I would like to change about myself. I have been struggling with my weight all my life so the thing that I most would like to change would be my diet and exercise. My behaviors are undisciplined with no accountability to what I eat and how physical I am. I want to decrease my caloric intake by eating healthier foods that will give me energy and boost my metabolism. I would also like to start exercising at least 3 times a week on a consistent basic. I choose to use the fitness center at my job to begin my journey in this lifestyle change of healthy eating and exercise. I have already taken the first step in joining the gym but haven’t been consistent with going or being accountable to my workout partner. I think what I can do differently this time is to do a food dairy and journal what I eat and how much I exercise and get with my trainer and nutritionist who I have been avoiding for the last three months. I just have to make a commitment and stick to it. I Patricia Johnson on this day of November 30, 2012 do agree to take the necessary steps to get healthier by seeing my nutritionist monthly so she can help me with a food journal and help me in developing a meal plan that will give me the caloric intake to help me achieve weight loss of about twenty eight pound over the next four months...
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...Decisions in Paradise Part 1 Annsley Farabee MGT 350 Warren Eck July 1, 2013 Pier One Imports in Kava The South Pacific island of Kava in its current state is a disaster stricken area. Most recently Kava has been ambushed by disasters of all kinds, coming from all directions. If the diseases, filth, poverty, young population can be looked past, Kava has the potential to be a thriving, beautiful paradise island. Kava needs a great deal of help in order to achieve the title of “paradise”. Pier One Imports is a company that could significantly help this island. This is a unique project that will take a lot of time and critical thinking, as there are many obstacles that stand in the way. Not only is it our goal to better the island, it is also our goal for this project to better our company as well. The island of Kava has many natural resources that could help the island thrive; however there are also many things that could present a problem to the success of Kava. Problem Formulation There are a series of physical and social problems that need to be addressed in Kava. The first and most significant problem is the physical messes that the disasters have left behind. The messes must be cleaned up in order for new structures, safer, sturdier structures to be built. This will take a lot of time and a lot of money. A second problem that presents itself is that of health. The overall health of individuals is very important in order to have the most productive citizens. Treating...
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...Decisions in Paradise, Part 1 Shauny MGT/350 April 01, 2012 Instructor Decisions in Paradise, Part 1 Nik recently received his college degree and successfully landed a job with Hewlett-Packard (HP), a multinational information technology Corporation. The organization markets to governments, consumers, businesses, and schools worldwide. Hewlett-Packard strategy is to bring the depth, breadth, advantages, competitiveness, and innovation of the company portfolio to consumers in every country (Hewlett-Packard Development Company (2012). Approximately two-thirds of HP’s revenue is retrieved from outside of the United States (Hewlett-Packard Development Company (2012). Nik has been assigned to assess the potential benefits of conducting business in Kava, a small island country that resides in the South Pacific. After Nik landed on the island of Kava, he realized that his perception of the island was not what he had perceived it to be. However, Nik was sent to Kava to complete a mission; not to enjoy a vacation. The geographic location of Kava presented an issue that could pose as a reoccurring threat. Based on the location of the island, there is no way Kava can avoid the threats of floods, tsunamis, typhoons, and cyclones. Although Kava is an island, fires have occurred in the community. Kava’s community also suffers from avian flu and HIV/AIDS. The threats on the island may pose danger to the locals as well as the entire island. Damages caused by tsunami’s and typhoon’s...
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...Decisions in Paradise, Part 1 Chelsea Robinson MGT 350 - Critical Thinking June 20, 2011 Bruce Betts Decisions in Paradise, Part 1 Kava, a small island country in the South Pacific¸ has been plagued with disastrous circumstances that have brought about one disaster after another. Kava is a country that is in dire need of some help and aid in the situation of getting the country cleaned up and on its way to recovery. The job of the director of strategic planning is to see what the Macy’s, Inc. can do to help this country recover and continue on a path of growth and success. Macy’s, Inc. currently has a small presence over in the country of Kava. The goal of Macy’s, Inc. is to “be a retailer with the ability to see opportunity on the horizon and have a clear path for capitalizing on it” (Company Statements & Slogans, 2008). Macy’s, Inc. sees an opportunity in Kava and needs to make a clear path so that we can capitalize on it. Since Macy’s, Inc has a long standing tradition of believing that giving back is the right thing to do (Macy's Inc, 2011) , we would like to help Kava try to recover from all the disasters they have gone through, and help to overcome the challenges that they are now facing. Macy’s will do this by addressing the issues found in the business scenario, forces involved in the formulation of the problem, and organizational and environmental obstacles impacting key stakeholders. After looking at the business scenario and seeing what the director of...
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...Decisions in Paradise, Part 1 John Jones MGT/350 July 28, 2011 Professor Jacobs Decisions in Paradise, Part 1 There are many obstacles that you encounter when trying to expand your growing business into an island in the South Pacific. The island of Kava has many issues because of many disasters that have taken place over the past few years. Over half of the population is under the age of 15. This age issue exists because of the diseases that are present in Kava. There has been widespread illness due to HIV and the high risk of the avian flu. There are some religious differences due to having a fairly diverse set of beliefs on the island. There is a strong ethnic mix that includes indigenous South Pacific tribes, French, African, Spanish, Asian (mostly Chinese), and since the 1940’s, a large amount of Americans. There is a language barrier that consists of the indigenous dialect, English, Spanish, and French. The economy is comprised of trade of coffee, spices, cocoa, bananas, sugar, natural gas, and petroleum. There is also tourism and fishing in Kava. The labor on Kava is high in quality, but also it is inexpensive. Many natural disasters have impacted the country, such as tsunamis, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, fires, volcanic eruptions, and earthquakes. There has been pollution in the waters because of petroleum spills. To make matters worse, there has been terrorism from within and outside of the country. There are several problems that need to be solved...
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...Decisions In Paradise: Part 1 Susana Hicks Management/350 April 20, 2011 Yvonne Richardson Tormenting natural disasters are devastating the entire world like atomic bombs. The Island of Kava, Japan, Chile, and Haiti have been epicenters for these unpredictable catastrophes and aftermaths. Many companies have had inferior infrastructures that have collapsed like the Aztec Kingdoms because of the unfortunate events. Starbucks will be the knight in shining armor more than it already is to the island of Kava. With already a powerful presence our mission is to supersede the current reputation and dominate the industry locally, regionally, and globally. This organizational is proven to with stand many problematic issues , and at the present time needs to concentrate on main problems leading to objectives that are more precise and goals to ensure success. The island of Kava faces a few hardships to overcome for success in our coffee company. The hardships that we must face are the lopsided age of the population with 50% under 15, the absence of a common language because of so many various cultures residing on the island, third in this country is the plethora of natural disasters: tidal waves, tsunami, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, fires, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes...
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...Decisions in Paradise Business Scenario Vanita Lash University of Phoenix MGT/350 Professor Courtney Wilson March 12, 2012 Plan for Kava Part 1 Organizational processes Inadequate organization structure and work processes may hinder an organization from accomplishing their goals. The first task that needs to be addressed is focusing on the customer. The company needs to gather information on their target customers. An example would be finding out what are the target age ranges, gender, and economic class that the company will be catering to. Once the company has the information the next step is finding a way to supply their target customers with the product or service that they need. Once the product or service is determined, the company has to find a way to supply the service or product at a better rate than their competitors. Planning plays a key role in the organizational process. As stated by (Strategic planning-the basic idea, 2012) “The process is about planning because it involves intentionally setting goals and developing an approach to achieving those goals. The process is disciplined in that it calls for a certain order and pattern to keep it focused and productive.” Asking questions is another critical aspect of the organizational process. An example would be asking “what is the most significant problem that needs to be solved first?” Once the organization knows what problem they...
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...Decisions In Paradise Part I Nikki Henderson MGT/350 April 2, 2012 Instructor: Kenneth Pinaire The Island of Kava has numerous hurdles to surmount in order to better the calamitous circumstances of the populace. The distinct conditions of the cataclysmic events in losing family, through natural disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, floods, tidal waves, and tornadoes, as well as pandemics such as HIV/AIDS overwhelms the imagination. The Kava government has toiled with Nik in offering and making available first aid, food, and shelter to all those who need it. Nik senses the anguish and the angst and of the people and he understands the desires and requirements of all the citizens of Kava. Nik would greatly enjoy helping the citizens of Kava by becoming a vigorous and dynamic force in restoring the island. Nik has communicated with the government officials and has been imparted with their assistance and encouragement in the rebuilding efforts by being supplied with basic necessities such as adequate amounts of clean and fresh water. Nik’s company is obviously aware of needs such as those on Kava that are prevalent in countries around the globe. By expanding the world’s awareness of this company’s products (primarily bottled water) and their humanitarian efforts, they have...
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...Decisions in Paradise Part I Stephen Hill MGT/350 April 3, 2011 Instructor: Queen Lane Decisions in Paradise When people think of islands of the South Pacific some may immediately think of sun, crystal clear waters, and magnificent sights. This was not the case for the island of Kava. Shortly after finishing my degree in business management, I landed a job as assistant strategic planner. According to Summit’s web page they are an “automotive supplier of injection molded interior trim, which specializes in the engineering, manufacturing and assembly.” The Island of Kava Upon accepting the job offer I learned that the position requires me to travel to other parts of the world. My first assignment would take me to the Island of Kava. I did not know much about Kava going into the project. I pictured a beautiful island in the South Pacific. Although I never heard of Kava I was excited and looking forward to this new job. I thought that I may even get the chance to do some shopping and enjoys the sights, this was not the case. When I arrived in Kava, I was in for a surprise. Kava was not all what I had perceived it to be. During the ride to the company office I noticed that Kava was a mess. Most of the buildings leading up to the company office were a mess. Needless to say the company office was also a mess. It became apparent to me that some disaster had taken place in Kava. My boss Alex whom I thought was a male was at the receptionist desk to greet...
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...Decisions in Paradise The company that is represented in this paper is Glacier Bank. This company has sent me to a significant island called Kava that is located in the South Pacific. Glacier Bank has sent a representative here to insure that the company that we represent has a greater presence on this island and to make sure that decisions that are made have our company and the people of Kava in mind. The people of Kava are unique and over 50% of them are under the age of 15. There is a ethnic mix of indigenous tribes, Asian, African, French, Spanish, and a sizeable number of Americans. Religions that are practiced on this island include, indigenous, Christian, Buddhist, and Islamic. There are a variety of languages that are spoken on this island and they include, numerous indigenous, as well as English, Spanish, and French. Glacier Bank believes that it is very important to understand the various aspects of the region that the company is trying to improve. The economy of this island consists of petroleum, coffee, cocoa, spices, bananas, sugar, tourism, fishing, and natural gas. Inexpensive but quality labor is also a main resource. The island is beautiful but there are many disaster threats that weaken its beauty. These disasters include, tidal waves, typhoons, tornados, floods, fires, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes, HIV/AIDS, petroleum spills, avian flu, and terrorism from within and outside the country. There are organizations that have already made their presence on...
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...lot of things to consider in solving the problem. The main concentration at this point will be organizational processes, human resources, and ethics. The organizational processes of the company are to flow together to do the best thing for the people involved in the company while also making profit. In order for us to be successful, our organizational processes need to aim for the most beneficial way to introduce and do business here in Kava. Having the company here will help to bring in a new additive to the economy. There will be new area of work opened to the people here The decision-maker weights the previously identified criteria in order The various key stakeholders in the company have a lot to gain or lose in the expansion to this place. The environmental obstacles can make or break the company. Business decisions need to be made in a consensus way when it comes to major decisions because the delicateness of the establishing of the company in this area. One of the major environmental issues here are weather conditions affiliated with...
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...gt University of Phoenix Kristen Oreste Management 350 May 22, 2012 Professor William Shell Now that I have gotten over my initial resignations about Kava, I can begin to get to business. I have to figure out how to make Bank of Americas presence here both profitable and essential for us and for the people who live here. The goal of Bank of Americas investment in Kava is both high risk and at the same time has the possibility of being highly profitable. The object here is to open banking centers and starts helping the people that live here go into business for themselves and to help bring other businesses to the area. We want to help Kava grow to its full potential. The Bank and its shareholders see all that Kava has to offer as a country. For example they are rich in exportable goods such as petroleum, coffee, cocoa, spices, bananas, and sugar. Also with the lands beautiful and scenic landscape there is a large opportunity for tourism. Especially within the fishing community as the fishing is Kava is said to be plentiful. Kava also has an abundance of natural gas which is an invaluable resource to some countries and they will pay well for it. One of the most promising qualities of Kava however is the inexpensive yet high quality labor that the country has to offer. Fifty percent of the population is over 15 years old and speaks English as well as some of the other languages that are indigenous to Kava. Their skill set and...
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...Decisions in Paradise Paper Chris University of Phoenix MGT 350/Critical Thinking: Strategies in Decision Making August 17, 2009 Critical Thinking in Decision Making: Business Ideas Bill Gates once remarked that he approached business ideas by looking at it through a range of positions: certifying, authorizing, and modifying ---- as he would any of his software programs. The solution, is putting together a personal viewpoint that is conversant by decision-making strategies. A organization then is in essence a dilemma awaiting to be unraveled so it can be put into practice correctly. Recognizing and assessing options is what decision-making is in relation to. In our everyday life, we make decisions that have prejudiced what we initially intended it to be either by practice, urge or by motive. Situating Kava and Toyota Kava is an island in the South Pacific. Primarily a tourist destination, Kava’s economy revolves around this industry. Nik is a student in one of Kava’s universities. A senior in Marketing, he hopes to find work in as soon as graduation comes along in order to help his family. As of the moment he is an intern at a local Toyota dealership working under the guidance of Alex, a junior manager who oversees Toyota’s marketing relations. So far, Nik has worked under Alex arranging ads for Toyota with the local newspapers and TV stations as well as arrangements for sponsorships. Alex welcomes new ideas from his staff, even interns. Fresh ideas he believes...
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