Essays and Research Papers on Management

This 5 page report discusses the concept of a “buying center.” A “buying center” is, most often, an informal group of employees that represents the different units within the organization. Those people have various roles -- buyers, gatekeepers, deciders, and influencers -- in the purchasing decision process and those roles are likely to vary over time. Bibliography lists 3 sources. ...

This 6 page report discusses the investigation of an accident and fire caused by a design flaw on an offshore oil platform. Recognizing that the problem was caused by a design flaw, the investigators are not looking for somebody to blame. The cause has already been established. The challenge now is to determine the ways in which the ...

This 7 page paper looks at the company Hewlett Packard as an example of how to analysis a company and look for the ways in which macro economic factors may influence its' planning and future. The paper starts with an analysis of the companies current position, and moves on the consider different macro factors. The ...

This 6 page paper considers what we mean by re-engineering and how it differs from total quality management (TQM). The paper then goes on to look at how the company applied the principles of re-engineering and transformed to company. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

This 5 page paper considers this unusual book. Written in the style of a novel the book considers the use of technology and the Theory of Constraints. The paper consider the background to the book and well as the contents and the lessons that the book teaches, such as it is the way that technology ...

This 11 page paper considers the reason that mergers and acquisitions take place, such as economies of scale and wealth creation. The paper then goes on to consider how the mergers and acquisitions actually perform when compared to the expectations and develops a model by which future successes or failures may be identified. The ...

This 8 page paper considers a statement claiming that although Game Theory, also known as decision theory, may not be able to provide facts where there are none, that it may be seen as a model that will give a framework for the organization of thought and give increased decision making perspective. The bibliography cites ...

This 5 page paper considers why Nike chooses to have the goods it designs and promotes manufactured by external sources, often in third world countries. The paper concentrates on the economic motivations, giving examples of specific cost savings. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 10 page paper looks at the way in which a need for restructuring may be identified and then implemented. The case uses a real company, but hypothetical problems. The example used is a restructuring to change a problematic culture where it is staff behavior and attitudes that require adjustment. The paper considers how this ...

This 6 page paper summarises two academic articles. The first concerns the ways in which industries evolve, and puts forward four different models of industry development. The second article looks at how strategy is formed and how questions such as with whom, and how, an organisation competes and how it is conceptualised. The bibliography cites ...

There are many factors which will influence the profitability of a company. In this 12 page paper there is consideration of these influences in terms of micro and macro factors. To demonstrate this the housing market is used as an example, and then considered with references to different market models such as Porter's five forces, ...

A 5 page paper that investigates the recent and future trends in the hotel industry. Examples from different regions in the world as well as the United States are considered and discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

5 pages. In past discussions of what defines true leadership amidst action research in public administration, there exist several problems with the overall concept, including the extent of ambiguity in relation to definition and assessment. Does leadership truly influence organizational performance within public administration? How essential is good leadership in relation to the performance of the group as a ...

This concisely written 3 page paper defines what is meant by corporate culture, the six stages of integration and the three different concepts of culture measurement described by Edgar Schein; Survey Research Approach, Analytical Descriptive Approach and Ethnographic Approach. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

Frank’s -- One Market Under God: This 5-page essay is an overview of the opinions presented by Thomas Frank in his book One Market Under God. In it he often wittily advocates the obliteration of the myths associated with the New Economy, while citing his reasons. Gas bag or guru? You decide. ...

20 pages in length. The fundamental function of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) is to first anticipate and then address customer needs. With the recent and tremendous industry growth, it is not surprising to note that CRM has become the trendsetter for all to watch and learn. That customer service is the backbone ...

This 5 page paper considers what is meant by an emergent strategy, and looks how two leading business guru's Mintzberg and Quinn interpret the role and implementation of emergent strategy. Similarities and differences are noted. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This 5 page paper considers whether teamwork or individualism is the best foundation for an organisation. The paper argues this from both sides, using examples to illustrate points raised. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the case of this Australian company that has a high level of intellectual capital in the organisation, and can be seen as facilitating the rapid growth seen in the organisation. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 9 page report discusses the fact that organizational change in the past several decades has been both profound and broad-based. Organizations throughout the world have evolved in ways that demonstrate that even though management theorists or professors have determined that there is one “right” way to effectively organize a business should not suggest that there is only one right ...

An 8 page book review that first of all offers a comprehensive summation of James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. Posner, Encouraging the Heart: A Leader's Guide to Rewarding and Recognizing Others. This volume offers a model for leadership which the authors assert will reduce staff turnover, cure poor morale and improve productivity. No additional ...

A 5 page paper. Five case incidents are described. The writer then discusses those situations in terms of why they occurred and what might be done to correct them. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 14 page paper considers the automotive industry and the current situation of the market structure. The paper starts with a brief consideration of the film 'The Hire;' an internet film sponsored by BMW, and uses this as a launching point to examine the structure of the industry at present, and the way in which ...

A 5 page overview of the human resources management tactics employed by Geico Direct. From the careful selection process which weeds out inferior applicants to a multifaceted training program, this company has excelled. Their attention to human resources has translated, in fact, into economic profit. No sources are listed.

Ramifications of the Changing Organizational Environment: This 8-page essay examines the impact of today’s ever-changing organizational environment on organizational leadership. In addition, what this leadership must do to acclimate/ adjust itself to the plethora of rapid-fire change and the impact it has endured is also explored. Bibliography lists 6 sources. SNOrglea.doc