...Overview of Management: Kudler Fine Foods Kudler Fine Foods is a gourmet food store founded by Kathy Kudler. There are currently three locations and Kudler is looking to expand further. In this paper, we will examine the organizational structure of Kudler Fine Foods; apply Porter’s Model of Five Competitive Forces; and examine how the Internet and technology has impacted Kudler Fine Foods. Primary Functions of Management There are four primary functions of management: Planning and Strategizing; Leading; Organizing; and Controlling (Balkin, 2002). Based on Kudler’s organization, it appears that Kathy Kudler, President, is mainly responsible for the planning and strategizing, however, each store manager and department head is responsible for their respective team’s planning and strategization. Leading is primarily the responsibility of Human Resources; ensuring employees are motivated and can work together for the greater good. The function of organizing is mainly that of Accounting and Finance, however, Human Resources also plays a role in this by defining the roles of the organization’s players. Finally, controlling is handled by Store Operations and manages the daily tasks, as well as ensuring that each store is performing to the best of their ability and has the necessary tools to do so. Technology and its Impact Technology can impact how a business conducts itself and can often lead to great improvements, especially when branching out over the Internet. There area few...
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...(Gomez-Mejia, 2002, p. 4). Whether at the managerial, individual, or team level, the management process involves planning and strategizing, organizing, leading, controlling, and decision making. However, in most contemporary organizations, all employees are responsible for at least part of these so called management functions (Gomez-Mejia, 2002). This paper will attempt to exemplify the primary functions of management, Porter’s five forces, and technology as it relates to management using Kudler Fine Foods (KFF) as the organization. Primary Functions of Management Planning means defining goals for future organizational performance and deciding on the tasks and use of resources needed to attain them (Daft, 2011). According to Gomez-Mejia in most contemporary organizations, all employees are responsible for at least part of the management functions. Within KFF this appears to be true. The company has three locations not lending a huge need for one specific person to undertake all duties of this management function alone. By definition, strategic managers are most often the senior executives of an organization, which duties encompass planning. By definition a strategic manager is responsible for total management, which here is Kathy Kudler. As aforementioned she does not bare this task alone. Through an e-mail correspondence initiated by Anne Shousha; legal consultant to Kathy Kudler, recommends Tara Emiliano; a former...
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...Running Head: OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT Operations Management MMBPL502 Patricia Schroeder January 23, 2012 Introduction Kathy Kudler, the Founder of Kudler Fine Foods, has decided to expand her business by contracting with local growers of organic produce. Kathy has requested that I report what steps need to be taken and what operational changes will be necessary if Kudler decides to pursue this business path. The report should identify those business processes at Kudler that could be affected by this decision and explain how they would be affected. It should describe how Kudler’s supply chain would be affected by this decision and finally, it should describe the quality control tools and performance standards that Kudler would need to put in place to ensure the effectiveness of its operations. Business Process It is useful to categorize processes to describe how a process is designed. By being able to quickly categorize a process, we can show the similarities and differences between processes. Make-to-order – this process is activated only in response to an actual order. Inventory (both work-in-process and finished goods) is kept to a minimum. Make-to-stock – this is a highly efficient process that produces standard products that can be delivered quickly to the customer. Hybrid – this process combines the features of both make-to-order and make-to-stock (Chase, Jacobs, Aquilano, 2005). Inventory Control Each of Kudler’s individual...
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...Overview of Management University of Phoenix MMPBL/502/ Managing the Business Enterprise December 20, 2010 Dr. Michael A. Barker, SPHR Overview of Management Kudler Fine Foods is a virtual organization. This paper will identify the primary functions of management, while describing who is responsible for each function at Kulder. Explain how technology and the internet are currently being used by Kudler and how they both affect Kudler’s management. This paper will also give an example from Kudler Fine Foods illustrating each of the five forces from the Porter’s model. Primary Functions of Management Kudler Fine Food is a specialty food store located in San Diego, California. The company has locations in La Jolla, Del Mar, and Encinitas. Each store has 16,000 square fee of retail space and is stocked with domestic and imported goods. The store also has different departments, fresh seafood, produce, baked goods, fresh meats, deli, and diary departments. The first Kudler Fine Foods was opened in 1988 by Kathy Kudler, the second store opened in 2000, and the third store opened in 2003 (Kudler Virtual Organization, 2010). Kathy Kudler is responsible for the overall operations of Kudler Fine Foods. The primary function of management involves Operations, Human Resources, Accountants, and Legal. The operations of the Kudler Fine Foods are done by the Department Manager. The department manager is responsible for purchasing at the best price, quality, and the delivery of goods...
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...Running head: Overview of Management of Kudler Fine Foods Overview of Management of Kudler Fine Foods Nabil Joseph Srouji University of Phoenix Introduction The success or failure of an organization can be determined based on the a few aspects. The first would be the strength of the management team within. Managers who want to succeed must understand the importance of incorporating the primary functions of management. Organizations exist in markets surrounded by competition, and this is another factor that management must ensure to respond properly. Strategic planning is crucial to ensure the organization know how to respond to any potential competition. Incorporating Porter’s Five-Force Model can help organizations in any industry to recognize the potential threats that could affect the organizations profitability and position in the industry. Kudler Fine foods are an example of an organization that can apply...
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...Personal Values Cheryl L. Jones University of Phoenix Management 521 Shelby Frutchey January 23, 2009 Personal Values The purpose of this paper is to identify the author’s personal values, work ethics, and how such values align with that of Kudler Fine Foods. Through this analysis, the author will reveal the impact of her potential performance as a manager at Kudler Fine Foods. Nonis and Swift’s (2001) research reveals that “values are a powerful influence on human attitudes. Values are believed to be a powerful force on the behavioral responses of individuals, employee problems in the workplace, and the significant increase in unethical business practice” (Nonis and Swift, 2001, p. 2). The value a person believes in defines his or her character. According to University of Phoenix Week Six Overview (2008), Ethics Awareness Inventory Scoring summary reports the author’s ethical profile most closely align with character and least aligned with equity. Some of the character qualities that the author possesses consist of honesty, integrity, dependability, and loyalty. The learner’s personal values align with the core values of the commissioned corps of the U.S. Public Health Service, which consist of leadership, service, integrity and excellence. According to U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (2008): Leadership provides vision and purpose in public health through inspiration, dedication, and loyalty. Service demonstrates a commitment to public...
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...Overview of Management Sharvon Jackson MMPBL/502 – Managing the Business Enterprise December 20, 2010 Micheal Barker Overview of Management Kudler Fine Foods is a gourmet specialty store that originally started in La Jolla, California and has added two other locations in the Southern California and San Diego area. It is apparent that Kudler was managed efficiently in the beginning to the success of the opening of new stores. They are an example of an organization which is made up of different departments who work together to ensure the success of the organization. To get a better understanding of Kudler Fine foods, an analysis of their management structure will be completed, how technology and internet is made useful in the organization and how the Porter’s Five Forces Model can be applied to Kudler’s operations. Management functions and responsibilities As president of the organization of Kudler Fine Foods, Kathy Kudler has a critical role to perform in the company. As Kathy has started the company and is the president, she has the responsibility of creating a vision for the company to follow and to set goals company wide for all employees to follow and uphold. To assure that the goals are evident for all to see, the Mission Statement for Kudler is posted on their website. The second tier of management at Kudler consists of three directors that have various duties to the organization. These three tactical managers are in charge of translating the vision...
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...Running head: OVERVIEW OF MANAGEMENT Overview of Management Erminia Ponce University of Phoenix Overview of Management Kudler Fine Foods was founded by Kathy Kudler in 1998. Kathy once was a Vice President of Marketing of a defense contractor; Kathy traveled constantly and endured the pressures of corporate life. Kathy ultimately wanted something different, something less stressful and gourmet cooking seemed to relieve the stress for her so Kathy decided to embark on an opportunity on an upscale epicurean food shop in La Jolla. Kathy opened her first store in June, 1998 and within the year the store was profitable. Kathy later opened two more stores by 2003, one in Del Mar and Encinitas and now Kathy is looking at expanding and opening another store. Kathy is the president of Kudler Fine Foods and her primary function is to oversee the three stores. Kathy is responsible for the planning and strategizing, however, each manager or department supervisor has the responsibility for his or her team. Whether at the managerial, individual, or team level, the management process involves planning and strategizing, organizing, leading and controlling and decision making. (Gomez-Mejia-Balkin, 2002). Kathy has an Administrative Assistant who works directly for her and her responsibilities are to provide administrative support to the company president, scheduled appointments, assist in the recruitment process and answer phones. The Administrative Assistant performs...
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...Architecture for Kudler Fine Foods Frequent Shopper Program Introduction Kudler Fine Foods needs a logical technical architecture for their new Frequent Shopper Program’s system to work efficiently and accurately. This document describes the architecture Kudler Fine Foods needs to make their program successful while including descriptions about the hardware environment used to support the development and production of the system; network connections between the stores and Kudler’s headquarters; and the software development tool proposed to build this application. Next it covers the user interfaces used to collect data from customers and store personnel, as well as, the controls used to make sure that information is safe and secure. To begin, the hardware platform is described. Hardware Platform Hitachi ID Systems, Inc. (2013) describes a hardware platform as an environment that uses software and/or hardware to run applications and programs. This includes operating systems for the application side and routers, remote access servers and multitudes of other technology for the hardware side. Combined these items complete a hardware platform and give users the ability to support development and production of information systems. Network Connections Kudler Fine Food has a current network setup that works well but must be updated to successfully secure customer information, to be discussed later in this document. The plan for Kudler is to have a complete update of their...
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...Kudler Fine Foods - Accounting System BSA/310 September 3, 2012 Dr. Marcia Reid Kudler Fine Foods - Accounting System The purpose of this paper is to describe the value of a new accounting system for Kudler Fine Foods. The author will cover the key features, core technology, benefits, and cost of the proposed system. In businesses today, it is imperative that the accounting system be tied into every aspect of a business and integrated within all of the information systems in use. Therefore, before any system is updated or changed, the accounting system must be considered and analyzed for compatibility and integration. Kudler Fine Foods hired a consulting firm to “assist in the selection and installation of a comprehensive Retail Enterprise Management System (REMS)”, according to the Kudler Fine Foods intranet. REMS is a modular system which contains a General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Point of Sale, Bank Reconciliation, and Asset Management and Accounting modules. To save money, the Asset Management and Accounting module was not purchased since the stores are all on long term leases and the remaining assets can be “controlled and amortized” by using spreadsheets. The General Ledger is the main module of the software and keeps track of all accounts, transaction details from accounts payable and receivable, payroll and all other departments of Kudler Fine Foods. The General Ledger also keeps track of Non-Financial accounts such as “department sales and inventory;...
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...Problem Statement Kudler Fine Food Kudler Fine Foods is a premier gourmet grocery store chain located in San Diego, California. In 1998, Kathy Kudler, the owner, opened the first location in a La Jolla. A few years later, the second location was opened in Del Mar and the final store location is in Encinitas. All three locations have the very finest domestic and imported meats, produce, cheeses, wines, and fresh bakery (Apollo Group, 2007). The strategic plan of Kudler Fine Foods identified several issues within the organization including high payroll, inventory turnover and wasted food, future competition; however, the largest issue appears to be the management. The problem statement identified at Kudler Fine Foods is the centralized management style; the decision making is at the highest level. Kudler must create a new management team to operate more effectively and efficiently by allowing the team to enhance and hone their specialty skills. The present management style limits the staff’s capabilities; they are unable to dedicate their efforts on focusing on developing the company’s long term strategic plan. As the company grows, the management team has remained unaltered. The small management team is overloaded with many responsibilities and there is a lack of delegation by the owner. Kathy manages all of the purchasing, marketing and advertising, finances, and personnel. Although Kathy has a manager, assistant managers, and department managers at each location, she has...
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...Kudlers Frequent Shopper Program (KFSP) Roger Morgan, James V. Lewis Jr., Thomas Brennan, Derrick Jones, Michael Farmer, Stephon Meadows University of Phoenix Kudlers Frequent Shopper Program (KFSP) Kudler fine foods markets are food stores, in the San Diego, California area, specializing in distinctively elegant foods from around the world, and catering to a more affluent clientele not consumed with the cost of things, but seeking to purchase quality specialized products. The management and owners of Kudler Fine Foods Stores, in keeping with the standards and attitudes set forth in their mission statement are in the beginning processes of initiating a frequent shopper program throughout the entire Kudler fine food organization. Once in place this new frequent shopper program will enhance the company’s ability to analysis its customers’ in-store purchasing behavior by tracking how many times an individual consumer is in the store within any particular week, month, or year. The program will automatically track those items, which are purchased during those visits, and in what quantities those items are purchased by that specific customer. This information, which is critical to inventory control and would be used by the management team and Kathy Kudler in their monthly operations review meetings to maintain customer service levels, control excessive merchandise, and curtail inventory stock outs (Virtual Organizations Portal, 2007). The scope of Kudler’s Fine Foods...
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...Marketing Research of Kudler's Fine Foods Jerrel Jones MKT/421 February 14, 2011 Lee Melancon, III Marketing Research of Kudler's Fine Foods In today’s business world, companies are constantly trying to create new products in order to boost sales for the shareholders and the company. Ideas are being brought to the table daily to ensure the survival of a company. Before a product can be looked at as a finished good, it must first go through a rigorous process that we call marketing research. Careful research, planning, and implementation take place during this critical process. Here we will explore the importance of marketing research and why it is the fundamentals of marketing. What is marketing research? Marketing research can be defined as the process of gathering, recording, and analyzing the data that relates to a certain product. The sole purpose of this extensive research is to determine the needs and wants of the target audience. Once these needs are met a company can and will surpass the competition in that particular market. The company that we will be discussing and helping to try and figure out what new marketing strategies they can approve upon is Kudler’s Fine Foods. (Management, 2010 Kudler’s Fine Foods is a local upscale specialty food store located in San Diego, California. The store sells bakery and pastry products along with fresh fruits and vegetables. Their mission is to bring a high-style quality food to a high-style quality people...
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...between market structures and review the organization’s strategic plan, marketing overview, market surveys, and other material to evaluate the organization’s competitiveness in the marketplace, including its customers’ views. I also identified the market structure that I believe best applied to this organization, and assessed how the market structured positively and negatively affect the firm’s long-term profitability. This paper is going to analyze how Kudler Fine Foods will maintain and grow with a profit. The market campaign chosen must step up to the plate and make this happen. Things could go as planned but it's highly based on the market team. They have to know what it takes to make this productive so that Kudler can see a profit overall. Kathy Kudler hired me to review and make some recommendations. This paper is going to analyze how Kudler Fine Foods will maintain and grow with a profit. Kathy Kudler has a vision to provide quality products to others. Therefore in 1998 she established Kudler Fine Foods which consist of many imported and domestic products. Some of the products are fine wines, meats and seafood, bakery, and cheeses to name a few. The first location was in La Jolla, California which was a success and Kathy decided to open another in 2000 and then a third in 2003 (University of Phoenix). All three locations were located in the county of San Diego, California area only. Kudler knew they had to maintain a reputation with the customers and they only way they...
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...Overview of Management: Kudler Fine Foods University of Phoenix MMPBL502 Introduction Kudler Fine Foods (KFF) is an upscale gourmet food store for shoppers with discriminating tastes. Kudler’s store stocks an array of gourmet items that vary from produce, meat, seafood, baked goods, cheese and dairy and wine. Kudler purchases organic products to the extent that is feasible. Currently, Kudler has three locations in California: La Jolla, Del Mar, and Encinitas. Each store is staffed with a manager and assistant manager. The brainchild behind this gourmet store was established by Kathy Kudler. Kudler Fine Foods has been so successful that Kathy is looking for additional sites to further expand the Gourmet Food chain. As matters stand, KFF has flourished; however, to continue success, Kathy will need an excellent management team to make certain the stores continue to provide the best gourmet products possible. Primary Functions of Management According to Gomez-Mejia & Balkin, “successful organizations know how to manage people and resources efficiently to accomplish organizational goals and to keep those goals in tune with changes in the external environment, such as those brought about by technology, legislation, and competitors.” The four primary functions of management are needed for Kudler’s continued success and the functions are: Planning/Strategizing, Organizing, Leading and Controlling. Planning and Strategizing A significant...
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