...Running Head: PROBLEM FORMULATION AND IDENTIFICATION Problem Formulation and Identification Paper By: Team Members University of Phoenix In observing the techniques each of us utilize in our organization, the results are similar. We represent administration, health care, food & beverage, and government agency. Our presentation will show the variety of decision-making techniques and how we apply them to the organizations we represent. We will present how we frame the problems in our workplace, make decisions and evaluate those decisions. Lastly we will present the principles of the decision making process and how we apply those principles in our work place. Meet the Group Hi, my name is __________. I work as an administrative assistant in a major hospital in my area. The decision-making style that is most prevalent in my organization is rationale thinking. The tools and techniques that are commonly used to make decisions in my organization are to evaluating the problems by comparing the outcomes of each possible solution and applying the process of elimination. One of the techniques that my organization pushes in the institute is a tool for safety called SBAR. SBAR is an acronym that stands for situation, background, assessment, recommendation or request. I would compare SBAR to the rational style of thinking, in addition to brainstorming once the assessment has been made. The thinker firsts...
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...Problem formulation and Identification Paper Decision making is one of the most important aspects of leadership in business management. it influences and impacts the success of the organization. Therefore, it is very essential for managers to make great decision rationally and logically. Depending on the situation, there are different decision making models and decision making styles, and their tools and techniques to help manager identifying the root causes and resolutions for the problem. However, in order to execute using these models, styles, tools, and techniques effectively and successfully, a process must be in place to guide us step by step in a discipline manner yet flexible and allow us to alter or adjust and come up with the high quality outcome. Without a process, we are likely to drag decisions into our comfort zone, handling different situation in exactly the same way, even though they have little in common. Without an organizational decision process, dynamic can easily become the predominate driver of our organizational culture and effectiveness. (Decision Quality, n.d.). Decision making process (DMP) is a strategic activity to organizational, economical and societal life. DMP is also a key component of time management skills. An effective decision making process leads to making high quality decision which is what organization expected from managers. (Bloomberg businessweek, n.d.). In my current organization, the rational decision making process is most...
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...Problem Formulation and Identification Every day people take decisions of varying importance. Studies have shown that most people have poorer decision-making skills than they think. Understanding what the decision-making process involves will help them make logical decisions. The first step needed in order to achieve this goal is gaining an understanding the decision-making process. Decision-making allows the identification of as many alternatives as possible for choosing the one that has the highest probability of success based on the values and preferences of the decision maker. Very few decisions are taken with absolute certainty because complete knowledge regarding all possible alternatives is unrealistic; therefore, the decision-making process helps people to reduce the uncertainty about alternatives and select the most logical and reasonable one (Harris, 2008). The most common decision-making styles are democratic, autocratic, collective-participative, and consensus. In the democratic style a decision maker gives up his or her control of a decision to a group. Autocratic style occurs when a decision maker maintains the ownership and control of a decision. Collective-participative style occurs when a decision maker encourages ideas and thoughts from others to make the best decision possible. Consensus style occurs when a decision maker gives up the ownership and control and allows the group to make the decision (Development Center Inc., 1997). Most Favorable Aspects ...
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...Problem Formulation CRJS430 Unit 1 Discussion Board January 9, 2013 There are many ways to define research, and each is unique. Research is an organized process in which an individual is able to educate themselves by searching and obtaining information on a specific subject matter. Research consists of numerous steps, from problem formulation to a presentation of findings to a tentative conclusion. In order to successfully obtain as much accurate information as possible, you must ask yourself questions throughout your researching process. Three of these questions are vital: What are the issues that are present, or what events were occurring at the time? What is the relationship between 2 or more variables that may have created the problem? What measures determine whether one or more variables created the problem? By answering each of these questions, you will be able to widen your perspective on the topic, which allows you to use resources that you may not have originally considered. Problem formulation can be simply described as the steps prior to forming a hypothesis. It is a plan for collecting and utilizing data in order to gain the information that is needed to reach any amount of knowledge being sought regarding the subject. Problem formulation is important for numerous reasons, the vital being that the problem is the ‘foundation’ of a research study. When the problem is formulated well, you can expect to have a good study (Problem formulation, 2006). Problem...
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...RUNNING HEAD: DECISION-MAKING January 11, 2009 Problem Formulation and Identification Every organization uses its own decision-making style. Some organizations prefer to use a rational style, which centers on facts and figures, and logical and scientific approaches to their problems. Other companies use an intuitive style, which focuses on emotional aspects of problems and gut feelings. Recently, a group of business students observed how decisions are typically made at their own places of employment. Kori at Prescription Solutions, Jacob at Combined Arms Training Center, Isela at Housing Authority of the City of El Paso, and Micah at Brown-Forman where each examined the strategy most often employed at their organizations. It was found that while each has its own particular style, there were many similarities. These working students also found that each style uses its own set of strengths and weaknesses, and explored how a problem can be described to stakeholders in a manner that is sensitive to their perspectives with various style approaches. Rational Decision-Making Rational decision-making is “a deliberate and logical approach” (Robbins, 2004, p. 21). When faced with a decision, a rational thinker will “emphasize facts, details, and rational cause-effect logic” (Robbins, 2004, p. 21). When a decision must be made, Prescription Solutions’ upper management executives consider three logical business factors: customer satisfaction...
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...Problem Formulation Identification Paper Critical thinking is a process that many companies use to operate and run their businesses in a productive and orderly fashion. These decisions should be based largely on the productivity of the growth of the company, and the services that the company performs and offers to the external and internal customers of that business. In this paper the authors will be observing the present decision making processes and discuss the strengths and weaknesses, and the most favorable aspect to describe a process by which the stakeholders can identify in a manner that is sensitive to their perspectives companies. The authors will then do a comparison and contrast of those decision to formulate any particular styles that these businesses may share and if indeed any similar problems or patterns in his or her workplace organizations that may have occurred because of the decisions that have been made. Let s take at look at Valerie’s company which is Acts Retirement Life, Inc. within Acts Retirement Life Inc. the decision making process that is prevalent is Customer Service, set by the CEO of the corporation then filtered down to the different managers and department heads of Acts, Inc. The decision that is created by Acts Inc is that all residents be treated with honor, dignity, and respect, and that no resident should be discriminated for any reason, at any time all, or in any fashion. These decisions that have been made do not only...
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...Problem Formulation and Identification Problem Formulation and Identification Organizations make decisions every day, but how the solution comes about is most important. When making a decision, it should be sound, because it can affect day-to-day operations of business or even something major. Does the decision reflect solutions to problems? It can depend on the methods used to deal with the problem. This paper will discuss three styles, collective participative, logic, and persuasive and how using each one of them can assist with problem formation and identification. Once a good definition of what the problem is established, the process toward its eventual elimination can begin. (Krippendroff, n.d) Each organization is unique, but all have a common goal; to have a process in which problems are handled. Compare and contrast Logical style, collective participative style, and persuasive style are all commonly used methods in the decision making process. Logical style decision- making involves the use of facts and also logical reasoning. It involves a step by step process that thoroughly evaluates possible solutions to the problem, but in the end, the manager or whoever is in charge evaluates these possible solutions and chooses the one that he or she believes is the best solution to the problem at hand. Collective participative style involves all members of the organization during the decision making process. This style takes longer for a solution to be implemented...
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...Week 2: Formulation of the Research Problem QNT 561 July 30, 2014 Duane Scott Formulation of the Research Problem The history of Ford Motor Company was invented on superior brand products, which to this day, still exist. Ford is an American automaker, and the 5th largest automaker, according to worldwide vehicle sales. Ford has an immaculate line of vehicles, ranging from cars and trucks, which are among the best selling vehicles in the world. Ford has one of the strongest product lines ever, and based on consistent and continued strong sales, their demand keeps coming, and the Ford brand continues to get stronger. How does Ford and similar companies get their brand out there? In January 2014, Ford made a large financial commitment on digital advertising; Ford is mandating dealers to place more advertising co-op toward digital advertising, such as paid search and banner ads (Barkholz, 2014). Ford has placed lots of focus on relationship building, and growing as an industry leader in the automotive world. Ford continues to place special emphasis on changing the behaviors, attitudes, culture, and ideology of the organization, to ensure Ford Motors has the best interest of the consumer at all times. Over the years, Ford has learned the importance of seeing the business from the perspective of the customer, which should result in improved services, and new businesses from new consumers (Collier, 1987). Ford Motor Company launched its online marketing plan involving...
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...Running Header: PROBLEM FORMULATION AND IDENTIFICATION Problem Formulation and Identification Team D December 2009 Problem Formulation and Identification When trying to reach a decision on how to handle a problem, one must know how to identify and formulate what the problem is and how it came to be. With many ways to conduct a decision-making process in a business environment, one needs to learn which style will remove the problem by weighing the pros and cons, the strengths, and weaknesses of the method used. The following is a journey on the seven different decision-making methods: scientific, persuasive, logical, rational, intuitive, recognition primed decision-making and the ultimate decision-making model to see how each method affects the stakeholders. Compare and Contrast Problem Identification Identifying a problem is not a one step process. Identifying a problem involves recognition of something faulting and reason for the problem. Every organization has its own method of identifying and solving problems, some of these methods are known as: scientific method, persuasive method, and logical method. “Scientific is a type of inductive thinking that moves through four major steps: observation, hypothesis formulation, experimentation, and verification” (Kirby & Goodpaster, 2007). Persuasive thinking comes into the situation once a problem occurs. A business, in which persuasive thinking becomes a benefit, would be in the retail...
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...Polyjacking vs. Mudjacking in Huntsville, AL Do you have deteoritating, flaking or chipping concrete? Is your sidewalk or driveway unlevel? If your driveway, patio, or porch steps are sinking, you need our concrete repair services. We can lift and re-level your problem spot without the inconvenience and expense of a complete tear-out and concrete re-pour. As patios, walkways and driveways crack, uneven cracks develop. In addition to being an eye sore, cracked and unlevel concrete can be tripping hazards to you and your family. Fortunately, mudjacking and polyjacking can solve many sinking concrete problems instead of facing a concrete tear-out and new concrete pour. Both methods offer the same results - to lift and level sunken concrete by injecting material into drilled holes. However, choosing the best concrete repair method can be a difficult decision. To pick the best solution for your needs, it's important to know the difference between polyjacking vs. mudjacking. h2: Mudjacking in Huntsville, AL...
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...Indian Paint Market to reach Rs495bn by FY17: IPA Study | | India Infoline News Service/ 09:35 , Jan 21, 2013 | The theme for this year’s conference Coating 2020 – Future Redefined; will witness industry stalwarts converge to analyze and redefine the future of coatings industry in India. | Indian Paint Association (IPA), the apex body of the Indian Paint industry, is hosting the 26th Indian Paint Conference which is scheduled between 18th – 20th January 2013, at Hotel Grand Hyatt in Mumbai. The theme for this year’s conference Coating 2020 – Future Redefined; will witness industry stalwarts converge to analyze and redefine the future of coatings industry in India. In order to have a better understanding of the paint market in India, IPA, has appointed AC Nielsen to undertake a detailed and comprehensive study to estimate the size of the market, both in decorative and Industrial paints. Indian Paint Market – Size & Future coating industry’s latest report by AC Nielsen will also be unveiled at the conference. This report will cover the estimated trends in different product categories with an in-depth analysis of the end user market in the decorative paints segment. Key highlights of the Study by IPA & AC Nielsen: Indian paint market is expected to reach 49,545 INR Crs by 2016 – 17, decorative market will continue to grow and would have higher share compared to industrial paints. Overall paint value market is estimated at 26,040 INR Crs for...
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...Asian Paints Limited is an Indian chemicals company headquartered in Mumbai, India.[3] It manufactures a paints for decorative and industrial use. Asian Paints is India's largest paint company and Asia's third largest paint company, with a turnover of Rs 96.32 billion. Besides Asian Paints, the group operates around the world through its subsidiaries Berger International Limited, Apco Coatings, SCIB Paints and Taubmans. Asian Paints has acquired 30% stake in Dutch Boy Philippines from Berger International Limited (BIL), an indirect subsidiary of Asian Paints. Asian Paints executed a conditional stock purchase agreement relating to the sale of 427,000 shares of Dutch Boy Philippines, which ceases to be an associated company of BIL. Asian Paints, Ltd. (APL) has entered into a 50:50 new joint venture agreement with PPG Industries, Inc. (PPG), a US-based provider of paints, coatings and speciality products, to accelerate the growth of non-decorative coatings business in India. This is the second joint venture between APL and PPG. They currently have a 50–50 joint venture named Asian PPG Industries Ltd (APPG). APL and PPG have agreed that APL will take lead in the second venture, while PPG will take lead in APPG in order to utilise their respective strengths to best capture the growth in infrastructure development and globally driven markets in India. APPG currently services the Indian transportation coatings market and this change will expand its scope to additionally service...
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...Problem Formulation and Identification Although problems are typically easy to spot, the formulation and identification of the problem, its effect on the organization, and potential resolutions are more complicated. It is important to understand that any problem presented may not be the actual problem that needs to be addressed. Often an identified problem is merely a symptom of a greater problem that requires a decision. However, the examination of smaller problems or symptoms can largely assist in determining the overarching issues that needs attention. The earliest example of a technique my organization is using is producing Pareto Charts. Pareto Analysis Pareto is a tool or technique that displays information identifying the causes or instances which fall outside of established performance standards. This is typically illustrated in a simple bar chart that provides an easy to read format showing the causes of failures and the number of times the failure was identified. This is organized by the greatest number of instances to the least thus establishing a priority for those problems that will have the greatest opportunity for improvements. The organization measures its performance over a period of time to identify a running monthly performance. This allows the opportunity to more efficiently focus a Pareto analysis where results are going to be more effective. The Problem The supply and logistics business primarily consists of electronic transactions in automated...
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...local department store. Various social services are engaged to help this family meet their financial needs such as the Department of Health and Social Services, Medicaid, the welfare program and more. My client is also involved in occupational therapy to help address her behavioral issues. My client attends the Head Start program so that her mother can work full time. This client’s strengths are her sense of humor, kind heart, and cooperativeness in sessions. This client is also able to learn very quickly and seems to have a strong support network available to her as her mother seems to be willing to be involved tin treatment and knowledgeable about how to navigate the social supports her family needs. Problem Formulation/Theoretical Orientation/Literature Review Clinical Formulation...
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...swinging on the monkey bars. A seven-year-old boy is playing basketball on the tablet and when asked by his friend to come play basketball on the court. He reply’s “I don’t wanna, I’m playing on my tablet.” In schools, students are learning skills that they will need to carry them through life and to find jobs. Schools use technology more and more everyday to teach kids and relate to them. Kids are allowed to bring their own devices to class such as tablets, Ipads, and Mini Laptops and use applications that the teacher may require them to. Clearly, technology is becoming increasingly essential to learning. Students with basic academic skills improve with the use of everyday technology. With the speed of technology solving problems is becoming achievable at a faster pace. A good example of that is finding out about schools closing during bad weather. You can have an email sent to you, or even a text message sent to your mobile device, letting know if you have class. Performing school tasks as in writing research papers, finding out your grades for the semester, and submitting work is so much easier. For example flipping through pages to find a word in the dictionary while looking over it once or twice became easier. Now, you can type it in online and in seconds have more than just the definition they give you opposite words and similar ones, even use it in a sentence so you fully understand it. With the size of technology changing also has made it more portable and...
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