Essays and Research Papers on Applied Operations Mgt.

This 3 page paper discusses how the new CEO's strategies and plans exemplify Intel's core values and mission. This is true even as the new CEO has changed so much of Intel's culture and operational procedures. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper examines this classic by Spencer Johnson. The concepts are discussed. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 8 page paper looks at the different types of relationship that can exist between buyers and suppliers considering co-operative and adversarial approaches with examples. There is then a discussion on the best approach and the way the relationships may be seen to develop in the future.

This 3 page paper opposes Tufte's critique of PowerPoint. Reasons as to why it is a good tool are explored. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 8-page paper discusses Microsoft Inc's potential supply chain. Also discussed is supply chain management. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 7 page paper is a presentation on design fir repair, focusing on the car industry, the reasons what design for repair is advantageous and then looking at how it takes place. A PowerPoint file accompanies the paper.

A 5 page paper that responds to several questions. What is organizational culture? How the culture affects employees and managers? Ways organizational cultures can change and why? How can organizational culture be deliberately changed? And comments about the organization as a culture. Examples are included.

This 6 page paper looks at the way flow in the supply chain can be created and enhanced. The discussion includes looking at the Theory of Constraints (ToC), variance and dependency, push and pull systems and the benefit of stabilty. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

A 3 page paper discussing possible solutions to identified problems in Riordan's processes. The paper recommends upgrading information systems to accommodate improvements in receiving, inventory management and supply chain management. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 10 page paper is written in four parts concerning the development pf a new product; an aircraft that can travel faster than current aircraft. The first part of the paper considers how development can take place and involve internal stakeholders. The second part of the paper discusses the 4 P's that can be applied ...

This 4 page paper discusses path-goal leadership theory as proposed by House. The paper identifies and explains the four leadership styles and the impact of locus of control. The writer also provides examples of when each leadership style might be used and why. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 8 page paper considers the ways in which the design of the operations network is critical to the success of the organization in terms of location, layout, capacity planning and transportation. This is discussed using operations management theory, organizational examples and a network flow diagram. The bibliography cites six sources.

A 9 page paper that begins by tracing the evolution of leadership theories and motivation theories. The essay explains and discusses two leadership theories: situational and servant, and it explains and discusses two motivational theories, Maslow's Hierarchy and Vroom's Expectancy model. Kolb's learning model is also briefly discussed. The writer comments the theories can ...

A 17 page paper divided into two major parts. The first part discusses the emergence and evolution of systems theory and systems thinking and includes discussions on complexity, chaos theory, field theory, cybernetics, transcendence and transformation and evolution, among other things. The second part discusses using systems thinking in education. Bibliography lists 14 sources. ...

This 3 page paper examines how trust can be incorporated into work teams. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 6 page paper discusses whether or not Starbucks mission and strategies are aligned. The writer presents the missions, principles and objectives of the company and analyzes them in relation to their strategies. The company lost its way for some years, becoming a bureaucracy instead of a company that promotes the entrepreneurial spirit. The ...

A 3 page paper that describes the characteristics and skills of a successful project manager. The paper identifies how a project is considered to be successful. The phases of successful projects is reported and discussed.

This 4 page paper provides an analysis of Kodak using Porter's 5 Forces analysis. The paper is in narrative format. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 3 page paper basically presents a sample job description for a project manager. The essay begins by reporting the project rate of failure in order to establish the importance of having a good project manager on staff. The writer outlines some of the many diverse responsibilities of the project manager and concludes by offering ...

This 3 page paper looks at models which may be used to analyse a risk task. The paper discusses the use of a fault tree and the use of HAZOP. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

A 9 page paper that begins with brief comments about the Business Model concept and contributors to that concept. The 7-S framework, developed by Peters and Waterman, is described and explained. Each "S" (strategy, structure, systems, shared values, style, staff and skills) are described along with questions the organization may ask to asses their ...

A 6 page paper that reports and discusses the five phases in an organization's life cycle. The paper discusses which may be most essential for a company, if an organization always dies, offers an alternative model and discusses what organizations need to do to stay in business. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 3 page paper that describes personal experiences with a true and genuine leader. The writer first explains what a genuine leader is and explains these characteristics were observed in the hypothetical leader as were characteristics of servant, situational and transformational leadership. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 17 page paper. This paper provides a brief historical overview of the evolution of Six Sigma, and discusses what it is, the underlying concepts and overall goals, and the philosophy behind it. The paper explains the two formats, DMAIC and DMADV that are used in Six Sigma projects and also the most common ...

This 5 page paper examines Sears and how it has been more interested in e-commerce. Bibliography lists 6 sources.