Strategic Management - Exam Three Study Guide Corporate Level Strategy Part I. Chapters 13 & 15 (pages 392-404, 450-459, 461-464) 1. Benefits and Costs of Concentration A. Benefits (Advantages): 1) Firms can master one industry environment (top managers acquire an in-depth knowledge of the industry) 2) All resources are put back into the business (creates sustainable competitive advantage) 3) There are typically lower overhead costs and fewer “layers” in the
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Applying Critical Thinking: Analyzing Memo from FSEU Director of Human Resources to President, FSEU Local No. 343 Abstract The Illinois State intends to privatize the Department of Transportation (DoT) information systems management function. This function is currently being performed by 75 State employees, 43 of whom are members of Federated State Employee Union (FSEU) Local 343. On May 12, 2010 the Governor of Illinois notified the President of FSEU Local 343 about the State’s intent. The
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Business Ethics and Efficiency RWT1 Table of Contents Executive Summary 3 Subject and Purpose 3 Introduction 5 Discussion 5 Ethics and Economic Efficiency 6 Organization Goodwill and Competitive Advantage 7 Risk Management and Credit Facility 9 Recommendation 9 Conclusion 10 References 12 Executive Summary Due to increased globalization and competition in industry, organizations are facing tough challenges in the keeping their business operations sustainable
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informational 9. In the National Football League, the promotional ads are a(n) ____ resource. a. international b. physical c. human d. financial e. informational 10. The fact that managers use four classes of resources or inputs to perform organizational processes suggests that management is a. resource-based. b. output-oriented. c. an inefficient process. d. a conversion
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QRB/501 July 23, 2012 Dr. Sam Obeng-Dompreh Inventory Proposal In today’s business world and with the changes of technology one may face challenges of technology malfunction, incorrect data as well as inventory problems. In the 21st century the way that one conducts business has changed over the last decade. It is important to keep up with the advancements of technology as well as implement cost-efficient systems and programs. A system used in some business such as Trader Joes, Best Buy, and
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Issues in Supply Chain Management Douglas M. Lambert Martha C. Cooper Successful supply chain management requires cross-functional integration and marketing must play a critical role. The challenge is to determine how to successfully accomplish this integration. We present a framework for supply chain management as well as questions for how it might be implemented and questions for future research. Case studies conducted at several companies and involving multiple members of supply chains are
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Essay Questions (Ch 9) 1. Identify and briefly discuss the four distinguishing characteristics of a mature (well-functioning) group. The distinguishing characteristics includes (1) a clear purpose and mission, (2) well-understood norms and standards of conduct (3) a high level of group cohesion (4) a flexible status structure. Stating the purpose in terms specific goals enhances productivity over and above any performance benefits achieved through individual
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After reading this chapter, you will be able to answer the following questions: 1. What are the different types of decisions and how does the decision-making process work? 2. How do information systems support the activities of managers and management decision making? 3. How do decision-support systems (DSS) differ from MIS and how do they provide value to the business? 4. How do executive support systems (ESS) help senior managers make better decisions? 5. What is the role of information systems in
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True-False Questions 1. Internet advertising is growing at a rate of more than 30 percent a year. Answer: True 2. Difficulty: Hard Reference: p. 6 A business model describes how a company produces, delivers, and sells a product or service to create wealth. Answer: True Difficulty: Easy Reference: p. 11 3. Information technology (IT) consists of all the hardware that a firm needs to use in order to achieve its business objectives, whereas information systems consist of all the software and business
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