...“Critically appraise the role of crowd sourcing in today’s rapidly changing global business environments and its contribution to innovation.” Assigment 3 “Critically appraise the role of crowd sourcing in today’s rapidly changing global business environments and its contribution to innovation.” Crowdsourcing is finally coming of age especially with a prominent rise in recent years, it is recognised crowdsourcing is an online phenomena which aims to distribute problem solving and production to impact on the present day’s rapidly changing global business environment. This essay provides an introduction to crowdsourcing, analysed through a theoretical basis in reference to examples, moreover paying particular attention to distinguish and define crowdsourcing from open source production. Furthermore this essay also critically explores the prospects for the paradigm. The potential to exploit and impact a crowd of innovators will be assessed likewise to an evaluation of the opportunity for the use outside ‘for-profit’ organisations. To conclude, this essay recommends an outline and plan for research into the role of crowdsourcing and its contribution. It is recognised that the key to success is inevitably put down to creating; such an attitude has made way for an era for open innovation. Open innovation allows businesses an open platform around their innovations which in effect has allowed many businesses to adopt and adapt to a new and fresh approach to which their businesses plan...
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...Running Head: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Business Management Contents Answer: 1 3 Internet technologies and Robotics 3 Answer: 2 6 E-Business 6 Glam Media Inc 6 Competitive Threats for Glam Media, Inc 7 Threat of new e-commence Entrants 7 Threat of New Digital products 9 Threat of New Business Models 10 Sell-side Threats to Glam Media’s Business 11 Customer Power & Knowledge 11 Power of Intermediaries 11 Buy-side Threats to Glam Media’s Business 12 Power of Suppliers 12 Power of Intermediaries 12 Answer: 3 13 Crowdsourcing 13 References 19 Answer: 1 Internet technologies and Robotics In this technological and more competitive business scenario, internet technologies play a significant role in the organizations in order to accomplish their goals & objectives in an effectual manner. For instance, these are helpful to store & protect confidential information about the business in an effective manner. In addition, information technology improves the efficiency of company via develops an automated process to reduce the burden of the employees in a significant way (Sobh, Elleithy & Mahmood, 2008). But, in the next 10 years, internet technologies as well as Robotics will change the overall marketplace in an effectual manner. For example, these will have an effect on the job sector of a diverse market. With the help of internet technologies and robotics there would be incising in the jobs of different sectors such as: finance, service...
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...values, they are utilizing a business model. When they want to achieve the goal of reaching these customers they must develop a strategy for achieving that goal. B) How is it similar? Both the strategy and the business model strive to achieve the organizational goals and give the organization a competitive advantage. “The business model is the reflections of the realized strategy,” (Casadesus-Masanell and Ricart, 2010, p.204). 2. Why do you think Dell is keen on offering this service? A) The new crowdsourcing allows the consumer to have more control of the design and development of their product. With the ever changing and growing demands of consumers this will give Dell an advantage over other similar organizations. Ball (2014) expressed that organizations have found a way to speed up their work by utilizing crowdsourcing to collaborate new ideals for products. B) What other firms use this crowdsourcing technique? Jartese (2013) stated that Anheuser-Busch utilized crowdsourcing to...
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...seeking to employ information and communications technology (ICT) competitions, crowdsourcing and social media narratives as a means for production of ideas or tasks. The Knight Foundation’s (2009) seven key components of ICT competitions will be used as a framework to review the project and from there analysis of the project will take place using industry information and reviews. Lastly, implication for other ICT competitions will be discussed. Overall, this study explores the Pepsi Refresh Project’s effect on sales and corporate loyalty of consumers for the PepsiCo brand through consumer corporate trust generation. CASE STUDY: THE PEPSI REFRESH PROJECT 3 Case Study: The Pepsi Refresh Project The purpose of this investigation is to complete a case study of the Pepsi Refresh Project and from it devise high impact practices for its application to other corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects. The Pepsi Refresh Project was started in February 2010 using dollars annually used for Super Bowl advertising by PepsiCo and instead directed towards a grant-funding program to find solutions in betterment of communities (Pepsi, 2011a). The project utilized crowdsourcing for both submission and judging. The study will use The Knight Foundation's (2009) seven key components of information and communications technology (ICT) competitions to break down the project and discuss crowdsourcing in the literature review. The case study will be completed using industry information...
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...Pepsi Refresh Project and corresponding implications for other corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects seeking to employ information and communications technology (ICT) competitions, crowdsourcing and social media narratives as a means for production of ideas or tasks. The Knight Foundation’s (2009) seven key components of ICT competitions will be used as a framework to review the project and from there analysis of the project will take place using industry information and reviews. Lastly, implication for other ICT competitions will be discussed. Overall, this study explores the Pepsi Refresh Project’s effect on sales and corporate loyalty of consumers for the PepsiCo brand through consumer corporate trust generation. CASE STUDY: THE PEPSI REFRESH PROJECT 3 Case Study: The Pepsi Refresh Project The purpose of this investigation is to complete a case study of the Pepsi Refresh Project and from it devise high impact practices for its application to other corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects. The Pepsi Refresh Project was started in February 2010 using dollars annually used for Super Bowl advertising by PepsiCo and instead directed towards a grant-funding program to find solutions in betterment of communities (Pepsi, 2011a). The project utilized crowdsourcing for both submission and judging. The study will use The Knight Foundation's (2009) seven key components of information and communications...
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...explain why the tools applied are useful for a particular organisation’s innovation management. This report will also suggest 2 additional creativity tools for each organisation and will also explain why these tools are useful. To achieve the above a short introduction about organisations will be provided and secondary research resources: companies’ websites, journals, books and articles will be used. 1. CREATIVTY TOOLS, INNOVATION MANAGEMENT & FINANCIAL SERVICES Creativity tools can be described as combinations of factors that can help to engender new ideas (Fig 1). Fig.1. Creativity tools in organisations Source Aurnhammer, 2013 There are different factors that can contribute to successful innovation in organisations. Fig.1 shows tools covering People, Methods and Platform combining to create the optimal conditions for the creation of innovative ideas and concepts. Each aspect contains suites of tools which can be utilised. For example the People factor can use Training, Reward and Recognition and positive Motivation to encourage and contribute towards innovation. Unlike psychical tools, where in most cases there is only one tool for one job, there are many different creativity tools which can be combined to support innovation. Hence there is always...
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...2 The Marketing Environment Learning Outcomes After reading this chapter, you should be able to: » » » » » » Identify and define the three key areas of the marketing environment Describe the key characteristics associated with the marketing environment Explain PESTLE analysis and show how it is used to understand the external environment Explain the environmental scanning process Analyse the performance environment using an appropriate model Understand the importance of analysing an organization’s internal environment and identify the key resources and capabilities C A S E I N S I G H T 2.1 Crompton Greaves Limited, an Indian multinational company, is in the business of design, manufacture, and supply of all kinds of T&D (transmission and distribution) equipment, including complete solution services, to its large base of customers in India and abroad. The company boasts of a global presence today. How does it keep abreast of the marketing environment? We speak to Biswaroop Ukil, General Manger–Marketing (Power Products and Solutions), to find out. stabilizes to a certain extent, the domestic demand for T&D products is expected to grow, given the picture painted by central planners and various government agencies. The Indian industry for T&D products is quite mature, with several local manufacturers and multinationals possessing the necessary technology, production facilities, and exclusive sales and service networks across the country. Apart from firms employing...
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...jawadbukhari51@yahoo.com Abstract Crowdfunding is an increasingly popular source to fund start-up, worldwide. In crowdfunding, a form of crowdsourcing, many crowdfundees collectively fund a start-up by providing parts of the requested funding in prospect of financial returns or social return. While extant research has provided insights into the crowd’s motives for participating in various forms of crowdfunding initiatives, we know little about the motivations that drive the crowd to invest in start-ups via crowdfunding. In literature, there are ongoing calls to investigate this phenomenon since it is expected that motives for investing in start-ups via crowdfunding differ from motives for engaging in other forms of crowdsourcing initiatives. Against this background, this research aims at investigating why crowdfundees fund start-ups. In this research paper we build on related literature to theoretically develop a research model and plan to validate this model with an empirical survey on an equity-based crowdfunding platform specialized on start-up funding. By giving concrete answers to the research questions, this research has been able to build deeper understanding of the crowd’s motivation for investing in start-ups. Chapter 1: Introduction: Financial capital represents a necessary ingredient for entrepreneurial survival, growth and success. In order to support their growth,...
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...DesIgnIng the OrganIzatIOn fOr User InnOvatIOn Peter Keinz • ChristoPh hienerth • ChristoPher LettL Abstract: there is increasing consensus among practitioners and academics alike that we are in the midst of a paradigm shift from producer-centered and internal innovation processes toward user-centered and open innovation processes. This paradigm shift induces significant changes to the design of organizations. Even though the research field of user innovation has been developing over a period of more than four decades, there have been only occasional intersections with the research field of organizational design. In this article, we aim to provide an integrated perspective of the two fields. We first identify major user innovation strategies. We then derive the implications for each user innovation strategy on key dimensions of organizational design. Keywords: User innovation; organization design the point of departure for this article is the growing literature around the phenomenon that companies are in the midst of a paradigm shift from closed, producer-centered ways of innovating to open, user-centered innovation processes (Chesbrough, 2003; von hippel, 2005). to improve innovation performance and increase competitiveness, more and more firms are employing user innovation strategies (von Hippel, 2005). Such strategies have proven to be of high value to almost every type of company; both start-ups and wellestablished companies, irrespective of the industry they are operating...
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...conditions in developing countries, outsourcing has become a popular business concept. The purpose for this paper is to review outsourcing as a viable business concept, identifying how outsourcing is used, benefits and setbacks, and options available for business support. The author will examine the concepts driving companies to use outsourcing as a worthwhile business strategy, utilizing several sources showing progression from initial conception to present day use. With today’s rapidly changing environment, one must question how outsourcing will adapt, allowing for continued success. Introduction In recent years, consumers have felt the impact of outsourcing on a personal level as they contact technical support for computers, satellite, and other services. While the ideas have been utilized for decades, outsourcing has become more common today as companies attempt to downsize without compromising success. The following will examine the concepts driving companies to use outsourcing as a worthwhile business strategy, utilizing several sources showing progression from initial conception to present day use. Outsourcing Overview Outsourcing involves transferring work or tasks to an external party, allowing for partnerships with other organizations (Power, Desouza, & Bonifazi, 2006). Early attempts of outsourcing allowed leadership to delegate noncore activities in attempt to find faster, less expensive options freeing up opportunity for managers to focus on more daunting tasks...
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...Warren Buffet once said, “Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.” With a company that has over five hundred employees, four locations worldwide, and $50 million in annual sales, placing the value on the organization is simple; look at the bottom line and see the profit. This is the situation at Riordan Manufacturing where the price it paid to do business was less than what it made, defining a clear value in what Riordan provides. Riordan’s Sales and Marketing department has a clear value; $50 million is sales to show of it. But how do we show the value for other departments within the organization such as Information Systems (IS) and Information Technology (IT) solutions? While the IS and IT costs and what Riordan pays for it are clear from looking at the financials, the value is not. This brings us to the question of what value does Riordan Manufacturing get out of its IS services and IT department. This question is the problem that Riordan Manufacturing has had for many years. Recently, Riordan executive management hired a new Chief Information Officer (CIO) to improve its infrastructure and to answer this question. While management wants to use more IS and IT solutions throughout the organization, it has had trouble finding the perfect fit in all aspects of its operations. Even though IS and IT costs have risen, the puzzle pieces still have not come together; the value and benefit has not been clear to the company. As we will see throughout this review, it is time...
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...types of e-payment systems should B2C merchants support? 2. Describe the major issues in fraudulent orders perpetrated against online merchants. What measures and solutions should be implemented to combat these issues? 3. What are digital certificates? What role do they play in ensuring secure communications? 4. What is PKI? Why is it important in e-commerce? 5. What is intellectual property? Why is the copyright of materials on the Internet an important issue? 6. Would you recommend the crowdsourcing model for a clothing design business? Explain why or why not. 7. Why is jurisdiction considered a major legal issue and challenge in e-commerce? Support your answer with examples. 8. Identify the major technical challenges companies face when choosing to pursue an m-commerce strategy. 9. What precautions and measures should home users employ to secure their computers from spyware, hackers, and other online threats and risks? 10. What key factors determine the success of electronic payment methods? Part B: Case Analyses (50 marks total) Your analysis of each case should be from two to three paragraphs in length and should not exceed one page for each case. Case 1 (15 marks) The Canadian government has legislated the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) to protect any personal information that is collected, used, or disclosed. a) What type of personal information should be protected? (5 marks) b) Why is it important...
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...Market feasibility overview Hempstead, NY June 2012 MOVIE THEATRE Overview Members of Renew Hempstead have suggested and shown strong support for development of a movie theatre in downtown Hempstead. Renaissance Downtowns engaged our firm to explore the potential market viability of a movie theatre. This brief summarizes our findings. In comments on the Renew Hempstead website, members recommended the following possible characteristics for a downtown movie theatre: Small community theatre Smoke free Locally owned, not a chain Security Collaborate with Hofstra Not too many seats in one theatre Host student films, documentaries Stage for open mic night Family nights Alternating screen Should have regular snacks Solar power Free wifi Reduced ticket price for bringing in Mini arcade inside recycled things Lounge area Recycled popcorn bags as well as cups Stores inside the movie theatre Every fifth visit is free A little bar for older people Major motion ...
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...Activity Generic e-business sell-side strategies For each of the six generic sell-side strategies, identify a good example of a company that has successfully adopted that strategy and identify examples of each strategy that have failed. Generic e-business sell-side strategies Chaffey (2009) Chapter 5, Activity 5.3 lists six generic strategies, originally coined by IDC Research. 1) Attack e-tailing. As Chaffey describes this is an aggressive competitive approach that involves frequent comparison with competitors’ prices and then matching or bettering them. The more people use price comparison sites such as ShopSmart (www.shopsmart.com) the more is it important that companies ensure their price positioning is favourable. Good examples include shopping sites such as Buy.com (www.buy.com) and Evenbetter.com (www.evenbetter.com). In those stores people can now find the prices of all comparable items in a category but also guarantee that they will beat the lowest price of any competing product. These sites have implemented real- time adjustments in prices with small increments based on price policy algorithms that are simply not possible in traditional retailing. An other example might be Lowestfare.com which is a leading provider of discount travel products and services for the leisure travel market or Sunelec.com has the lowest prices in the industry Solar & Wind Energy Distributors, Dealers, & Wholesalers. 2) Defend e-tailing This is a strategic approach...
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...Empowering Employers’ to motivate and evaluate Oklahoma Wesleyan University Abstract In today organization, employees often hear manager complain “people just aren’t motivated to work anymore.” Because, of lack of deficiency in motivating, ambiguous goals, and the manager’s inability to shape employees perception of the appraisal and reward system. However, the flow of experience itself is not necessary the time of when people are happy. It is a period of deep concentration. People with deep feelings may transcend culture, with most people caring deeply about the same few things. Organizations are just spinning the wheel trying to find effective ways to motivate their employees but in the end no evaluation being done; on how to do it. The purpose of this review of information is elaborate how to motivate and evaluate employees in such way that it will influence others the drive of energy to explore the opportunities in the workplace. Main part of this paper is how to distinguish the differences in intrinsic and extrinsic motivation in the workplace. The second parts will focus on identifying the core, which will help managers motivate their employees. Moreover, finally, the last part will include a conclusion and theoretical application of its finding. Empowering Employers’ to Motivate and Evaluate Introduction In a world full of political turmoil, economic uncertainty, and violence and tragedy on every hand could stand to hear some good news, some search for in a career. People...
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