...Executive Summary: Organizational Focus & Goals Derron Venerable University of Phoenix HRM/326 MARIBEL HINES September 15, 2014 Introduction The purpose of an Executive Summary is articulate a full report with the least amount of words possible depending on the size and nature of the issue. In most cases executive summaries serve as a report for executives who do not have the time to read the full report; therefore, the summary will give the executive the information that he or she needs to understand the objective, the issue(s), and the plan(s) in place to solve the issue(s). The following summary is focusing on an on-going overtime issue that one of the company’s branches is having. Focus and Goals The current focus at this particular location is to complete the daily task in the fastest most efficient safest way possible. The goals are to minimize or combine the current routes, run the routes from the closet point to the furthest and create a benchmark for each driver to attempt to meet in a safe but efficient manner. The research states that if the routes are done in a sequence form from the closet point to...
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...An executive summary, sometimes known as a management summary, is a short document or section of a document, produced for purposes, that summarizes a longer report or proposal or a group of r business elated reports in such a way that readers can rapidly become acquainted with a large body of material without having to read it all. It usually contains a brief statement of the problem or proposal covered in the major document(s), background information, concise analysis and main conclusions. It is intended as an aid to decision-making by managers[1][2] and has been described as possibly the most important part of a business plan.[3] They must be short and to the point. An executive summary differs from an abstract in that an abstract will usually be shorter and is intended to provide a neutral overview or orientation rather than being a condensed version of the full document. Abstracts are extensively used in academic research where the concept of the executive summary would be meaningless. "An abstract is a brief summarizing statement... read by parties who are trying to decide whether or not to read the main document", while "an executive summary, unlike an abstract, is a document in miniature that may be read in place of the longer document".[4] An executive summary differs from an abstract in that an abstract will usually be shorter and is intended to provide a neutral overview or orientation rather than being a condensed version of the full document. Abstracts are...
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...Executive Summary The purpose of an executive summary is to summarize a report. Executive summaries are written for executives who most likely do not have time to read the complete document. Therefore, the executive summary must cover the major points and be detailed enough to mirror the content yet concise enough for an executive to understand the substance without reading the entire report. An executive summary differs from an abstract. Readers use an abstract to decide whether to read the complete document. They read an executive summary to obtain information without having to read the report in full. The executive summary should be written as a document that can stand on its own and is usually written on one or two pages, depending on the length of the report. It restates the purpose of the report and describes any results, conclusions, or recommendations made in the report so that the reader understands the reasons for the conclusion or recommendations. Acronyms, symbols, and abbreviations must be written out. Tables and figures in the report should not be referred to by number in the executive summary. The audience for an executive summary is receptive to the message, so the writer should assume that the audience wants to know and understand the message. It is written in a formal tone using an impersonal style and eliminating first person pronouns (I, we, our, etc.). Use the following guidelines when writing an executive summary: • • • • • State clearly the purpose of the...
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...Good and poor examples of executive summaries This is a GOOD example from an Accounting & Finance assignment. Footnote Executive Summary This report provides an analysis and evaluation of the current and prospective profitability, liquidity and financial stability of Outdoor Equipment Ltd. Methods of analysis include trend, horizontal and vertical analyses as well as ratios such as Debt, Current and Quick ratios. Other calculations include rates of return on Shareholders Equity and Total Assets and earnings per share to name a few. All calculations can be found in the appendices. Results of data analysed show that all ratios are below industry averages. In particular, comparative performance is poor in the areas of profit margins, liquidity, credit control, and inventory management. The report finds the prospects of the company in its current position are not positive. The major areas of weakness require further investigation and remedial action by management.Recommendations discussed include: improving the average collection period for accounts receivable· improving/increasing inventory turnover· reducing prepayments and perhaps increasing inventory levels The report also investigates the fact that the analysis conducted has limitations. Some of the limitations include: forecasting figures are not provided nature and type of company is not known nor the current economic conditions data limitations as not enough information is provided or enough detail...
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...[Type the abstract of the document here. The abstract is typically a short summary of the contents of the document. Type the abstract of the document here. The abstract is typically a short summary of the contents of the document.] [Type the abstract of the document here. The abstract is typically a short summary of the contents of the document. Type the abstract of the document here. The abstract is typically a short summary of the contents of the document.] Electronic Discharge Summary EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Electronic Discharge Summary EXECUTIVE SUMMARY S. CHANDE, C. CHAHAL, N. GANDHI, A. HUSSEIN, K. MANOHARON. N. NURU S. CHANDE, C. CHAHAL, N. GANDHI, A. HUSSEIN, K. MANOHARON. N. NURU THE PROPOSAL There were 15 million discharge summaries produced for admissions into hospital last year. A staggering 80% of these were found to be inaccurate or incomplete and another 70% of these were reported as being severely delayed on a regular basis. This compromise to clinical care and patient safety is simply unacceptable. Our empirical market research has found that the majority of junior doctors, the principal users of discharge forms, were unhappy with the current systems in place. It has also been reported that on average junior doctors spend more time carrying out admin duties than in formal training and teaching sessions. There are electronic discharge systems present however, these have been described as insufficient as they lack comprehensive coding and in some circumstances...
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...Executive Summary Statement of the Problem: On April 30, 1999, the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) is considering financing options to purchase an equipment for Amtrak’s new train service, Acela. Acela is a new high speed rail service that will service the Northeast Corridor, which serves routes from Virginia to Maine. Congress passed the Amtrak Reform and Accountability Act (ARAA), which prevents Amtrak from using federal funds for operating expenses after 2002. By 2002, Acela is estimated to generate $180 million in revenues and consequently making Amtrak a self-sustaining company. The project requires $267.9 million to fund six locomotives and seven train sets and have three options to acquire the equipment: 1) issue debt to finance the purchase, 2) lease the equipment using a leveraged-lease structure, or 3) use federal grant monies. A discounted cash flow analysis on the three options has been performed to determine the most cost-efficient option. We will assume two potential scenarios when analyzing the options: 0% tax rate (operating at a loss) and 38% tax rate (operating with a gain). Discussion: Amtrak could issue bonds with a 20-year term at 6.75% per annum to purchase the equipment. They would make semiannual payments of $12.303 million and can sell the equipment at the end of its 25-year useful life at $40.185 million. If Acela’s revenue expectations are not met and Amtrak remains unprofitable, the present value of the cost of this option would...
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...Executive Summary Statement of the Problem On April 30, 1999, the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) is deciding how to finance the acquisition of equipment for Amtrak’s new premium train service, Acela. In 2002 the government will stop funding Amtrak’s operating expenses and Amtrak has never been profitable in its 30-year history. Acela is how Amtrak plans to run at a profit by that point in time, the service is projected to bring in $180 million in revenue annually. Acela will be a high speed train line that will serve the Northeast United States, particularly major city-to-major city transportation. The amount of financing it needs for this project is $267.9 million to fund six locomotives and seven train sets. Under the assumption that Amtrak is profitable by 2002, there are three options for the financing: use federal funds, lease the equipment using a leveraged-lease structure from BNY Capital Funding LLC (BNY), or issue debt. To determine the best decision, a discounted cash flow analysis has been completed. Discussion Amtrak still receives funding from the government that could cover the costs of the project. However, Amtrak considers these funds to be a “premium and precious” commodity and would rather use these towards other capital projects that would be harder to finance. Because Acela can be easily financed with one of the other options, this choice is not under consideration. The leveraged-lease option that Amtrak is considering is an 80/20...
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...Executive Summary Statement of the Problem As a result of the Amtrak Reform and Accountability Act (ARAA) passed by Congress in 1997, The National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) will no longer receive federal subsidies to cover operational expenses after 2002. Amtrak has determined that differentiating its northeastern services with a new high-speed line, Acela, which will require $750 million (MM) for fifteen locomotives and 20 train set, is the best way to generate revenues to cover operating expenses once the company loses federal subsidies. It is April 30, 1999 and Arlene Friner, CFO of Amtrak, has already arranged the financing of all of the equipment save for six locomotives and seven train sets that will cost $267.9 MM. She has been tasked with determining the additional financing for this equipment, either by using precious federal funding available for capex, borrowing funds and buying the assets, or agreeing to a levered lease agreement with BNY Capital Funding LLC (BNYCF). Discussion Amtrak should discard the alternative of accepting federal funds available for capex. This alternative has been deemed “premium and precious” and should only be used for projects that cannot be cost-effectively financed including safety, right-of-way and infrastructure related projects, and major overhauls. The Acela equipment purchase does not fall in one of these categories and the company should pocket this option and consider its other two financing options: levered...
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...Telecommunications and Networks-Benefiting from Video Conferencing – 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS I. Executive Summary……………………………………………………………3 II. Definition/History of Video Conferencing…………………………………….3 III. Background of Amtrak ………………………………………………………..4 IV. Discussion of Current Business Issues .............................................................4 V. Proposed Solution …………………………………………………………….6 VI. Recommendations for the Executive Committee ...............................................6 VII. Attachments ………………………………………………………………….11 VIII. References …………………………………………………………………...13 Telecommunications and Networks-Benefiting from Video Conferencing – 3 I. Executive Summary This research paper expounds on telecommunications and networks on how a company can benefit from using video conferencing. This paper also discusses Amtrak’s implementation of video conferencing with the purpose of saving on company wide business travel. This paper also communicates the pros and some cons of video conferencing video conferencing. Lastly, this paper outlines recommendations on how effective it would be for Amtrak to implement video conferencing and how it will benefit assist the company’s short and long-term goals in meeting their strategic goals and objectives. II. Definition/History of Video Conferencing Definition “Video conferencing is described as a real-time video session between two or more users that reside in two...
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...idea of a destination, but do not have a large enough group for traveling. Financing: Initial financing required is $2,105,185, and will be received from venture capitalists and bank loans that will be paid off over 12 years. The invested money from venture capitalists and bank loans will allow Pegasus Travel, Inc. (“Pegasus”) to cover office space, office equipment and supplies, advertising, technology development, salaries and wages and utilities. This report is confidential and is the property of the co-owners listed above. It is intended only for use by the person to whom it is transmitted and any reproduction or divulgence of any of its contents without the prior written consent of the Company is prohibited. II. Executive Summary Pegasus Travel.com (“Pegasus” or “the Company”) is a niche online operator specializing in customized and package tours for the age group of 55 and over (referred to as seniors). It is based on the belief that, as an increasing number of seniors become users of the Internet, combined with an interest in traveling, they will provide a lucrative market for Pegasus. The Company provides the...
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...Table of Contents WELCOME FROM ACADEMIC PROGRAM DIRECTOR ............................................................................ 1 MEET THE FACULTY................................................................................................................................... 2 ORIENTATION SCHEDULE ....................................................................................................................... 10 ACADEMIC CALENDAR ............................................................................................................................. 11 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN FINANCE PROGRAM SUMMARY ................................................................. 12 GETTING STARTED .................................................................................................................................. 13 JHED ID .................................................................................................................................................. 13 Blackboard FAQs .................................................................................................................................... 13 Integrated Student Information System (ISIS) ........................................................................................ 14 LIFE AT THE CAREY BUSINESS SCHOOL .............................................................................................. 15 HEALTH INSURANCE FOR STUDENTS...........................................
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...This page intentionally left blank Entrepreneurship Second Edition William Bygrave Babson College Andrew Zacharakis Babson College John Wiley & Sons, Inc. To Frederic C. Hamilton and John H. Muller, Jr., pioneers, entrepreneurs, and benefactors of Babson College. VICE PRESIDENT AND PUBLISHER EDITOR EDITORIAL ASSISTANT MARKETING MANAGER PHOTO EDITOR DESIGNER PRODUCTION MANAGER SENIOR PRODUCTION EDITOR GEORGE HOFFMAN LISE JOHNSON SARAH VERNON KAROLINA ZARYCHTA HILARY NEWMAN RDC PUBLISHING GROUP SDN BHD JANIS SOO JOYCE POH Cover image © panorios/iStockphoto This book was set in 10.5/12pt Adobe Garamond by Laserwords Private Limited and printed and bound by RR Donnelley. The cover was printed by RR Donnelley. This book is printed on acid free paper. Founded in 1807, John Wiley & Sons, Inc. has been a valued source of knowledge and understanding for more than 200 years, helping people around the world meet their needs and fulfill their aspirations. Our company is built on a foundation of principles that include responsibility to the communities we serve and where we live and work. In 2008, we launched a Corporate Citizenship Initiative, a global effort to address the environmental, social, economic, and ethical challenges we face in our business. Among the issues we are addressing are carbon impact, paper specifications and procurement, ethical conduct within our business and among our vendors, and community and charitable support....
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...PART ONE • UNDERSTANDING SERVICES SERVICES IN THE MODERN ECONOMY As consumers, we use services every day. Turning on a light, watching TV, talking on the telephone, riding a bus, visiting the dentist, mailing a letter, getting a haircut, refueling a car, writing a check, or sending clothes to the cleaners are all examples of service consumption at the individual level. T h e institution at which you are studying is itself a c o m p l e x service organization. In addition to educational services, today's college facilities usually include libraries and cafeterias, counseling, a bookstore, placement offices, copy services, telecommunications, and even a bank. If you are enrolled at a residential university, campus services are also likely to include dormitories, health care, indoor and o u t d o o r athletic facilities, a theater, and perhaps a post office. Customers are not always happy with the quality and value of the services they receive. People complain a b o u t late deliveries, r u d e or i n c o m p e t e n t personnel, i n c o n v e n i e n t service h o u r s , p o o r p e r f o r m a n c e , and needlessly complicated p r o cedures. T h e y grumble about the difficulty of finding sales clerks to help t h e m in retail stores, express frustration about mistakes on their credit card bills or bank statements, shake their heads over the complexity of new self-service equipment, m u t ter about p o o r value, and sigh as they are forced to wait in line almost everywhere...
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