Case Analysis: Cocoa Sublime Module 1: An Introduction to Strategy and Leadership 1.1 Approaches to Strategy: There are broad two categories of approaches to developing strategy: Rational and Processual Approach. For Cocoa Sublime, it is following Rational Approach as it has a clear concept of what it is going to do, execution plan of how it is going to happen, sequential activities of what to do after what, and discrete information. Though some assumptions are made in developing the approach
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AKINJIDE ODUNLAMI DECEMBER 31ST 2010 Table of Contents Introduction 3 The Oil Industry in Nigeria 3 Oil industry and the Nigerian Economy 5 Social and Environmental Impact 6 Strategy in the Nigerian Oil Industry 8 Managing External and Internal Forces 8 Assumptions 9 Key Strategic Activities 10 1. Timely Funding of the Joint Venture Cash Calls 10 2. Operational Efficiency 11 3. Cost Reduction and Leadership 11 4. Capacity Building
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------------------------------------------------- What is a Project? Learning Objectives After completing this topic, you should be able to * recognize examples of a project * identify the characteristics of a project 1. Project characteristics Projects make up almost half of the work that most organizations do. Organizations use projects to help meet their strategic goals. In terms of strategic goals, projects may help an organization meet changes in market demands, customer requests
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own advantages. The benefits are in terms of building a positive image, encouraging social involvement of employees, which in turn develops a sense of loyalty for the organization. A survey recently conducted by a reputed NGO revealed that the factors most influencing public impression of companies were social responsibility; brand reputation and sound business fundamentals. This goes to show the importance of CSR in an organizational context. Factually speaking, CSR activities in most organizations
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Contents Evaluation of the External Environment 2 Introduction 2 Business level strategies 2 Identification of the Current Corporate Level Short-Term Strategies and Tactics 3 Assessment of Remote Environment 3 Assessment of Competitive Environment 4 Identification of the Internal Environments 6 Profitability Explanation 6 Industry Financial Numbers and Explanations 7 Financial Problem or Success Statement 7 Analysis of Marketing Position 8 Strategic Position 9 Developing
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“ The External Environment and Organizational Culture The essence of a business is outside itself. ” A Look Ahead — Peter Drucker LEARNING OBJECTIVES After studying Chapter 2, you will be able to: CHAPTER OUTLINE The Macroenvironment Laws and Regulations The Economy Technology Demographics Social Issues and the Natural Environment The Competitive Environment Competitors New Entrants Substitutes and Complements Suppliers Customers Environmental Analysis Environmental Scanning
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profitability. However if retailers were to adapt to the new style of shopping and added value to their in store retailing together with an integrated online sales platform, traditional brick and mortar stores may continue to operate effectively. PESTEL – Remote Environment Analysis Political – Public perception of lost jobs may force local governments to attempt to keep retail outlets from closing their doors. (Positive) Economic – Retailing is highly dependent on the strength of the local economy. Sales
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present-day marketing strategies must overcome in order to effectively promote the ideals of industry leadership and ethical responsibility. BP is faced with significant challenges to its brand as a consequence of its widely-known safety and environmental policy issues. An explosion at one of its Texas refineries caused fifteen deaths, 170 injuries, and a violation of the Clean Air Act in 2005. Years of neglecting pipeline corrosion led to its violation of the Clean Water Act in 2006 when Alaskan
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destination resort marinas. The report will: evaluate the fundamental issues and trends that relate to developing, managing, and operating beach resorts and destination resort marinas; outline the internal and external factors influencing the market position of property; review the social, environmental, and economic issues that relate to planning and development process of resorts; and lastly, critique sustainable practices and policies related to resorts. Wherever appropriate, particular reference will
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