...wk Apple Inc. is a leading company in the technological arena, continually implementing innovated products to consumers. Apple Inc., though a leader, has dealt with controversy in regard to employee dissatisfaction and unethical working conditions. Employees working in the Foxconn manufacturing plant in Chengdu, China, recently have complained about the working conditions and, the unfair benefits in which they receive. An employee explained after arriving at the Foxconn factory, only senior employees were given benefits and offered sick time, also employees are forced to work overtime regularly (Zhang, 2012). Apple has been accused of discriminating the work employees because of the working conditions they have endured. Employees working 60 “plus” hours per work and making very minimal incomes, they are experience de facto discrimination, which is unequal treatment of employees that is illegal but overlooked (Kottak & Kozaitis, 2003). Apple has become aware of the acquisitions and unfair working conditions in their overseas manufacturing companies, causing them to take appropriate measures. Apple has conducted supplier audits since 2006, but recently has hired the Fair Labor Association to audit its overseas suppliers. According to Zhang (2012), “Apple officials also noted last month it became the first company admitted to the Fair Labor Association, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to improving conditions for workers around the world"...
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...MMPBL/560 Dimensions of Diversity Worksheet Assignment Week 1 The first week’s assignment focuses on developing a plan to gain knowledge about key course concepts and recognize application of those concepts in the real world. Begin by reviewing the objectives for the first week of the course as well as the Week One mind map. Then read the assigned text materials to develop knowledge about the concepts. This assignment requires you to do three things. First summarize at least five key concepts. Remember that the mind map is a source of these concepts. Second, provide an application of each concept to a business or organization. Ideally, this application will come from your personal or professional experience, but additional reading of research on the concepts in the library will give you other examples on which you may draw. Third, provide a reference from the assigned readings for each concept identified. See the example below. | An essential business skill is the ability to communicate concise information while providing a well-researched response. In this assignment, demonstrate that skill by completing the worksheet on the following page. The example below is from the MBA/500 course. Use this example to help understand the assignment’s requirements. The worksheet should not contain simple one-word or even one-sentence answers; it should adequately demonstrate, in short paragraphs, graduate-level thinking about the economic concepts presented in the reading materials...
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...Running head: PROBLEM SOLUTION: RIORDAN Problem Solution: Riordan Problem Solution: Riordan Riordan Manufacturing is a multinational corporation led by a competent and dedicated senior management team. Riordan has experienced success with an operation opened in China in the past year and has made a decision to expand by adding a second production site. This new venture presents cross-cultural challenges Riordan has not before faced. Riordan must solve its problem so it can realize its goal of offering more components around the globe. To do this, a nine-step problem-solving model will be applied starting with identifying of issues and opportunities and ending with the optimal solution, implementation of the solution, and an evaluation of the results. Situation Analysis Issue and Opportunity Identification Riordan Manufacturing has an existing facility in China that has been so successful in the past year, the Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Michael Riordan, has decided to look at the potential of expanding the facility to supply additional components globally. The key players represent a wealth of experience in the chemical and plastics industry, international operations, and working within the China province of Hangzhou. However, the management team has less knowledge of cross-cultural issues that could affect the production and delivery schedules for the new facility (University of Phoenix, 2011). Riordan has not considered the differences in cultural values in...
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...Socio- Geographic Factors MMPBL/560 Socio- Geographic Factors The three values of the United States Air Force (USAF) is 1) Integrity First 2) Service before Self, and 3) Excellence in all we do (U.S. Air Force, 2012) These values are instilled in every airman in the force. The United States Air Force is a very diverse organization that thrives on using and developing individual talents to pool together for the overall good of the organization. Why does the Air Force work so well with such a diverse blend of soldiers? The focus is clear, no matter what the background, all members are bound by the same values and understand they must work together to accomplish their mission of “Fly, Fight, and Win” (U.S. Air Force, 2012). While color, race, and background do not matter in the ranks of the USAF, hard work and determination play a role in the classes of the society within the USAF. Classes are based on rank and the task you are assigned. Classes in the USAF Air Crew- This class is the most prominent in the Air Force. These soldiers are given this special position because of their extensive training and because they are operators of some of the most expensive equipment. Aircrew often has specific medical services (flight surgeons) that are focused on conditions that will affect the pilot while in the sky. Aircrew medical records are labels with a clear term “FLY” so that these patients will not be confused for other patients. Aircrew are considered vital to the mission...
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...Socio-Geographic Factors MMPBL-560 Managing in a Cross Cultural Environment Socio Geographic Factors for Southwest Airlines Businesses are determine to be successful in the future because they know they will be challenged to embrace the changes in a diverse group, which will allow them to be competitive in the global sector. Organizations that will develop a cultural sensitivity will be crucial in order to succeed and within recruiting and retaining the qualified workforce. Defining cultural sensitivity is described as acceptance. Organizations will need to accept the values and beliefs of an individual. In addition, understanding that each employee is different and working together to learn and appreciate the similarities within them. Cultural sensitivity at times can be a challenge for larger organizations to develop. There are different aspects that can affect a business strategic plan to successfully identify and exploit diversity in the direction of sustaining development which consist of employees in the working class, regional variations that are currently present, and how the family impacts today’s workforce and the society. The following aspects have a crucial effect within recruiting and retaining a diverse labor force which determines the outcome of being successful or unsuccessful. Southwest Airlines is a national organization and has demonstrated how the following factors have impacted the organization. Identify and Define Class Class is...
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...MMPBL/560 Dimensions of Diversity Worksheet Assignment Week 1 The first week’s assignment focuses on developing a plan to gain knowledge about key course concepts and recognize application of those concepts in the real world. Begin by reviewing the objectives for the first week of the course as well as the Week One mind map. Then read the assigned text materials to develop knowledge about the concepts. |This assignment requires you to do three things. First summarize at least five key concepts. Remember that the mind map is a source| |of these concepts. Second, provide an application of each concept to a business or organization. Ideally, this application will | |come from your personal or professional experience, but additional reading of research on the concepts in the library will give you| |other examples on which you may draw. Third, provide a reference from the assigned readings for each concept identified. See the | |example below. | An essential business skill is the ability to communicate concise information while providing a well-researched response. In this assignment, demonstrate that skill by completing the worksheet on the following page. The example below is from the MBA/500 course. Use this example to help understand the assignment’s requirements. The worksheet should not contain simple one-word or even one-sentence answers;...
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...RUNNING HEAD: Socio-Geographic Factors Theresa Good MMPBL/560 Professor Kimberly M. Edwards "Stratification is global. Social and economic inequalities stratify a world system defined by economic returns and political alliance. Billions of people have unequal access to life chances. The world is marked by strong disparities in income and living standards among and within nations. Most people now live under economic conditions over which they have little control" (Kottak & Kozaitis, 2003. ch 13. p.1). What determines class is it a person’s economic and political position in society or is it determined by social status such as income which often determines power. Class or socioeconomic status (SES) permeates our social behavior and thought (Kottak & Kozaitis, 2003. p.2). Unfortunately, Americans determine a person's worth by his/her educational status and employment. However, organizations must incorporate social responsibility in order to facilitate the formation of cultural diversity. Currently, the Gap Inc. is one of the world's leading retail chain stores, with over 3,100 retail stores and fiscal returns in 2008 totaling $14.5 billion. The Gap Inc. is the pioneer of a chain of specialty retail store which include Banana Republic, Old Navy, Piperline and Athleta. The Gap proclaims that their stores seeks new ways to connect with customers globally, uphold value and integrity to all shareholders, in addition to making a positive contribution in the...
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...Demographic Factors Research Char Dauo MMPBL/560 January 09, 2012 Introduction In any aspiring organization, enhancing organizational core competency and strengthening comparative advantage tends to be tremendously contingent on establishing staffing policy and recruitment procedures that create the right balance between the different demographic factors that make up the organization and those that it serves. More so, planning and implementing organizational objectives and strategic goals cannot be successfully concluded if a comprehensive market research that is designed to examine the different demographics that make up the consumer base, their shopping trends, and economic activities is thoroughly carried out. Further, given the diverse nature of socio-economic variables ranging from age, sex, education and income level, to mention a few, it is equally important that specifics demographics factors that are applicable to the unique aspects of the organization are exclusively examined as the organization lays out its objectives, strategies, and operational procedures. In this paper, based on a benchmark research, we will describe the effect of demographic factors on organizational planning, analyze the role that they play in organizational conflicts, and examine their influence on individual rewards and recognitions. Various companies utilize demographics to establish organizational cultures, while minimizing the conflicts that accompany each unique demographic factor...
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...Running head: RIORDAN BENCHMARKING Riordan Benchmarking Research University of Phoenix MMPBL 560 Managing in a Cross-Cultural Environment November 9, 2009 Managing across cultures is no easy task for any organization regardless of its economies of scale or long standing reputation in the market; the challenges are many, including coping with the flux of change, managing diverse groups of employees, communicating, and negotiating agreements with host countries. This paper illustrates how Johnson and Johnson, Allstate, Starbucks, Bank of America, Coca-Cola, Shell, Whataburger, and Sony USA address their cultural diversity. Thus, the authors of this paper analyze, evaluate, and assess the various successful best practices of these organizations to help Riordan Manufacturing’s situation. Riordan Manufacturing’s decision to open a new production facility in China has created some challenges involving the scarcity of Chinese skilled employees. Whereas leadership attempts alternative solutions to synergize the company’s strategies to address the situation, Riordan recognizes that the integration of a diverse workforce has the potential to alter the company’s performance (University of Phoenix, 2009). Accordingly, in analyzing cultural synergy strategies to help mitigate undesirable outcomes takes extra consideration, yet it is a necessary task (Hodgetts, Luthans, Doh, 2005). When reviewing Johnson and Johnson, it is evident that the company struggled with...
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