Essays and Research Papers on Applied Operations Mgt.

This 2.5-page paper examines the future of aviation and what the industry may look like in the year 2050. THere are 5 sources cited.

A 3 page paper that describes and explains this change model. The writer comments on whether the model would be useful in change the Armed Forces policy regarding sexual-orientation. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 3-page paper examines ClearHear and supply chain decisions. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 7-page paper focuses on the fictitious study of Smith & Falmouth, which covers leadership organization and restructuring. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 4 page paper that begins with a brief explanation of what organizational behavior it. The writer reports Enron's actions in terms of corporate culture and accepted behaviors and comments on what was missing in management and leadership. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 3-page paper discusses Subway Restaurants' attempts to make its supply and logistics chains more environmentally friendly. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 8-page paper focuses on various research studies conducted on Toyota Motor Corp. Bibliography has 8 sources.

This 12 page paper is an analysis of Kellogg's, the well-known breakfast cereal company, assessing its internal operations in terms of the value chain, focusing on the function activities, including inbound logistics, operations, outbound logistics, marketing and sales and service. The bibliography cites 11 sources.

This 4-page paper discusses some of the dangers of outsourcing. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page paper. Risk management is something every project manager needs to know about. This essay defines risk and discusses the importance of having a risk management plan. A method for quantifying risks is provided. The steps in a risk management plan are identified and discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper that first explains what each type of relationship management means. The writer links partner relationship management and employee relationship management with customer relationship management. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 10 page paper looks at some of the ways that management can impact on safety in an organization. The aspects of leadership and planning are examined looking at both theory and practice, considering leadership styles and models for risk and safety identification and planning to assess the way that they may be used in ...

A 4 page paper that explains what transactional leadership is and what transformational leadership is. Characteristics of each are reported. The writers also discusses the similarities and differences between these two styles. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5-page paper provides a scope and risk analysis about building a bridge over the Bearing Strait. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 3-page paper proposes three business processes for PepsiCo, as well as performance targets, metrics and implementation recommendations. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 7 page paper that describes and explains the rational, natural and open systems perspectives as related to organizations. Examples of each type are provided. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page paper that explains what the Hoshin Planning process is, including a list of quality management tools and strategic planning tools. Key performance indicators are also explained. Examples are given. The process is used with Wal-Mart's labor-management as a key performance indicator for the company. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 15 page paper examining how this young shoe manufacturer has been able to revolutionize the traditional apparel industry supply chain to enhance its competitive advantage. The company that made its mark producing shoes that would appear to be of limited interest for a limited time, during which it would generate many knockoff imitations. ...

This 3 page paper explains and discusses what predatory pricing is and why companies use this strategy. The writer comments on how hard this tactic is hard to prove. The paper reports on charges brought against Wal-Mart for predatory pricing. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 16 page paper looks at the way in which an operational issue at a university may be improved. The paper identifies a potential problem with the service standard with maintenance services and proposes the introduction of a TQM approach in the department. The bibliography cites 9 sources.

An 11 page paper that begins with a brief introduction to the paper and to Wal-Mart. Different theories about company culture are reported and discussed. Theorists include Schein, Hofstede, and Drennan. Comments about Wal-Mart's culture are integrated into the discussions. The relationship between the company's goals and culture is explored. Bibliography lists 8 sources. ...

This 7-page paper discusses supply chain management and planning, using Motorola Inc.'s CGIS division as an example. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper presents a general discussion of outsourcing including the definitions of outsourcing and offshoring. The writer reports the activities that are most often outsourced and where to. The paper also reports some of the hidden costs of outsourcing. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

An 12 page paper. The first part of this paper is devoted to supply chain management, in general. The writer explains and discusses supply chains and supply chain management, including the JIT approach. Following the information and discussion on supply chain management, the essay continues to discuss this in terms of the aerospace industry, in ...

This 10 page paper examines the way that TQM may be introduced into a retail department store. The paper starts by identifying the benefits of introducing TQM and assesses the way the implementation may be proven. The paper then looks at the way it could be introduced including a step by step plan using ISO ...