CHAPTER 15 Job Design LEARNING OBJECTIVES When you have finished studying this chapter, you should be able to: 1. Describe and contrast the common approaches to job design. 2. Discuss the linkages between job design and technology. 3. Explain the job characteristics enrichment model and its relationship to work motivation. 4. Describe the sociotechnical systems model and its relationship to organizational effectiveness. Preview Case: Texas Nameplate Company COMMON JOB DESIGN APPROACHES
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CONTACT INFORMATION: Stephen Haag (shaag@du.edu) STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Define management information systems (MIS) and describe the three important organizational resources within it – people, information, and information technology. 2. Describe how to use break-even analysis to assess the financial impact of information technology. 3. Describe how to use Porter’s Five Forces Model to evaluate the relative attractiveness of and competitive pressures in an industry. 4. Compare
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Racial discrimination “is a term used to describe unfair behavior afflicted on individuals based on their race” (LegalCyberTips, 2007, Para 1). The concept of racism has existed for decades. The act of one race attempting to exert supremacy over others has often resulted in racial discrimination (LegalCyberTips, 2007). Racial discrimination is a constant reality in the lives of Hispanic Americans in the United States. Due to alarming migration rates over the past several decades, the United States
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Jamie Johnson and Amy Smith discovered the need for a healthier eating option. Three Harbors is located on the northern shore of Lake Superior. As you may have guessed, there are actually Three Harbors surrounding the town. Currently, it is the home to about 3,500 people who earn around $30,000- $35,000 a year. As a general rule, they enjoy taking advantage of their beautiful location by engaging in many outdoor activities. They pride themselves on being a safe place to live and visit. Like
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Biblical View of the Church The Church was birthed in Jerusalem on the Day of Pentecost after receiving the promised Holy Spirit. The book of Acts describes the beginning as well as the characteristics of the risen Christ newborn church (Acts 2:42-47). During this time, the Good News of Jesus Christ was proclaimed initially to Jews in Jerusalem and later spread to Gentiles throughout the Roman Empire. Since Jews and Gentiles were God’s “called out ones”, their mutual hostility was transformed
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out of the top spot on the Fortune 500 list—meaning that the firm has had revenues greater than any firm in the United States. Wal-Mart is so big that in three months it sells more than a whole year’s worth of sales at number two U.S. retailer, Home Depot.[1] At that size, it’s clear that Wal-Mart’s key source of competitive advantage is scale. But firms don’t turn into giants overnight. Wal-Mart grew in large part by leveraging information systems to an extent never before seen in the retail
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The Mobile Landscape Insights for Advertising April 25, 2011 Table of Contents I. Introduction 3 II. Consumer Behavior Trends 4 III. Mobile Technology 7 Mobile Devices and Services Other mobile-relevant technologies of interest The Development of Native Apps vs. Web Apps IV. Mobile Advertising 16 Banner ads on mobile devices Mobile applications or apps Mobile gaming Mobile commerce Location-based
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judgment Analysis Analysis, judgment Analysis Analysis Analysis Analysis Exercises 21.1 21.2 21.3 21.4 21.5 21.6 21.7 21.8 21.9 21.10 Learning Topic Objectives Skills Accounting terminology 1–5 Analysis 1, 2 Analysis, communication, Real World: Home Depot judgment Incremental, sunk, and opportunity costs 1–3 Analysis Incremental analysis: Accepting a special order Scarce resources 1–4 Analysis Special order decisions and opportunity costs 1–4 Analysis Incremental analysis: Make or buy decision Make
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and corporate social responsibility initiatives have a positive impact on companies in terms of profitability as well as other less quantifiable areas. This review of literature examines these issues systematically to identify current trends and to describe the positive impacts that ethical business practices and corporate social responsibility programs can have for companies of all sizes and types. The Positive Impact of Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility on an Organization
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LOGISTICIANS SMART BOOK [pic] Table of Contents Page Number I. Introduction and Reference Data 1. Purpose of the Supply Battle Book 5 2. Logistics Related Web sites 6 3. Logistics Publications 8 II. Explanation of Codes 1. MILSTRIP Record Positions 16 2. Document Identifier Codes (DIC) 16 3. Routing Identifier Code (RIC) 18 4. Stock Number (NSN) Composition (NSNs, FPNs, and
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