Essays and Research Papers on Applied Operations Mgt.

This 10 page paper considers the development of a fictitious problem at Home Depot. To put the problem in context the paper starts with some background information about Home Depot and then consider how a small problem, such as the an error in the size of own brand manufactured screws can create company wide problems, ...

This 3 page paper provides a memo example based on an article submitted by a student. The memo concerns changes in the Human Resources Department in a fictitious company. No bibliography.

In this 3 page paper, an article entitled " Increasing the Quantity and Quality of School Leadership Candidates Through Formation Experiences" by Busch, O'Brien & Spangler (2005) is examined. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 9 page paper examines a case study supplied by the student. A fictitious bank is implementing a balanced scorecard. The paper looks at the different goals and assigns them to one of the 4 quadrants, explaining why. The paper then considers why the implementation has met with varying degrees of success in the different ...

A 12 page paper. Electronic commerce (e-commerce) has changed all aspects of how business operate, including the roles of accountants. In today's e-business world, accountants have the opportunity to become even more important to their clients if they have technology knowledge and skills in addition to their knowledge of fiscal matters. This essay explores these ...

This 3 page paper examines the Empire BCBS move in the mid-2000s when it went from a public to private enterprise. How this represents a competitive move is the focus of this paper. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 21 page paper looks at why it is important that in addition to have a competitive advantage, a company is operationally efficient. The paper considers the need for both elements in any strategy and considers way in which modern companies may pursue efficiency. Models discussed include the value chain, TQM, inventory management, and ...

A 14 page review of the importance of group dynamics in organizatonal change. The author presents a fictional case study that highlights key aspects of group dynamics. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 12 page paper presenting two case studies. The Caterpillar study refers to problems and issues Caterpillar faced in the 1980s and what the company did to regain market share through changes in management and operations. The second case refers to problems and issues Harley-Davidson faced in the early 1980s through the 1990s and ...

This 5 page paper discusses the corporate (growth through acquisition) and business strategies (low cost provider) of this company. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 14 page paper. Following an introduction, the writer discusses organizational leadership in terms of organizational effectiveness and uses Porter's generic strategies to gain a competitive advantage as a strategy. How these strategies apply to Wal-Mart are discussed next. For example, Wal-Mart uses cost leadership. The writer also comments on Wal-Mart's key performance indicators. 1 ...

A 14 page paper with headings and subheadings. The Introduction discusses productivity management, including Keane's six principles; Measuring productivity discusses five factors and includes comments on Business Process Reengineering; explanation of the Functions of management; the Benefits of productivity on five different levels; and suggestions for improving productivity. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

A 3 page overview of this company’s recycling efforts. This paper examines the many considerations involved in the production of a food package out of recycled wastes. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 12 page paper looks at a scheduling case study supplied by the student. A pottery has 8 jobs to complete; each has a ranger of tasks. The paper looks at the schedule if the company just process orders as they come in, and then reorganises the schedule for a more effective schedule. The bibliography ...

This 8 page essay explains each Force in Porter's Five Force Analysis process. It then explains each of the categories and supporting factors found in Porter's generic value chain analysis process. The writer uses Wal-Mart as an excellent example in the retail industry of how information technology can be used to create value as ...

A 20 page paper. Once known for its excellent service, customers have been leaving AT&T in droves for years. Also, over the years, tens of thousands of employees have lost their jobs. This essay provides an overview of what has been happening at the company and comments on employee morale and job satisfaction. The writer ...

This 3-page paper is an analysis of various business intelligence tools, offering the idea that the tools are good for numbers-crunching.

This 4 page paper defines some of the common terms used to describe organizational behavior, and how they might apply to Target Corporation. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 4 page paper discusses the processes and people involved in making computer software, as well as the concept of commodity chains. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 3 page paper examines the supply chain of Coca Cola around the world and considers why PepsiCo has a better logistics system than Coca Cola. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 18 page paper looks at the way a bicycle is manufactured to examine the production process. The paper starts with the manufacture and fabrication of the some of the parts including both CNC and non CNC processes and then looks at how the process is organised and the way the factory should be laid ...

A 6 page paper that discusses the strengths, such as brand equity, and weaknesses, such as not responding to trends in a timely manner of McDonald's. Data about McDonald's and the industry, e.g., competitors is reported. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 4 page paper. The essay discusses and comments on different issues, including production costs, supply chain management, if it could improve productive capacity and the concept of the production possibility frontier. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

An 8 page paper describing necessary components of running a small pizzeria business. The paper discusses process management and workflow; bookkeeping; supplier relations; drug testing of employees; and the necessity of maintaining high quality products and excellent customer service. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 13 page paper looks at the way the planning of a fun run will take place from a project management perspective. The paper presets a break down of the tasks involved, the use of a table to assess the order of tasks, the critical path, staff numbers and time scale. The paper presents a ...