Essays and Research Papers on Miscellaneous Issues in Business

This 3 page paper discuses the impact of diversity, technology, business cycles and government regulation on the insurance industry. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 11 page paper considers the impact that the withdrawal of the government is having on urban networks, in this case the water supply and its deregulation in the United Kingdom. The writer argues that the commercial approach that results in the privatised industry places a greater emphasis on the needs of the shareholders and ...

An 11 page discussion of the ongoing trial of Microsoft Corporation. Discusses the details of the government's attempts to prove that Microsoft has created a monopoly. Concludes that, although the vote is still out in regard to the court system, Microsoft has done nothing significantly different than has any other company in the ...

This 5 page papers explores different aspects of the auto maker industry: vertical expansion/integration, sources of capital, labor relations, government relations and new innovations. The last page discusses the trade deficit and the barriers U.S. automakers face when trying to enter a foreign market. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 4 page paper is a reflective document considering the importance and value of entrepreneurship in a healthcare environment. The paper outlines how and why it is important and looks at examples of entrepreneurship in the industry. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This 4-page paper provides an overview of the enterpreneurial process (including the four steps) and how it fits in with health care delivery. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at the organization, its mission, recent history and the patients that it serves and the trends in terms of services needed. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

7 pages in length. The writer discusses the negative health impacts inherent to stress, with particular emphasis upon the workplace. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at different issues regarding Health and Safety at work. The writer argues that the engineer has a moral responsibly to consider health and safety when designing products systems or services and looks at the role of the Health and Safety Executive (HSE), the role of the health and safety engineer ...

This 5 page paper examines the increase in health and fitness clubs and their membership since 1990. The growth in the US and the UK is outlined, before a brief consideration of the impact of health and fitness centres in the hotel industry. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

This 4 page paper covers the issue of supplier induced demand in health care. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper that looks at the leadership and management functions in health service organizations. Specifically, the writer discusses the functions of a manager and how these are used in establishing and achieving outcomes and objectives. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 4 page paper examines the history of capitalism in America as it relates to industry. Post-industrial revolution America is discussed. The design and management of the American corporation is a primary part of the paper. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 10 page paper is written in four parts concerning different aspects of the work. The first part of the paper considers a problem in the workplace where their is to much work from a number of people and no system to organize the work. The second part of the paper considers difficulties and ...

This 6 page report (which includes a 1 page overview of the paper) discusses the decision and the process of examining advantages and disadvantages of leasing versus purchasing a building for a health and fitness club. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 4 page paper is an example of a health and safety policy document, outlining the health and safety policy of a new company. Written in three parts, the first part is a statement of management intent, the second is the organisation of health and safety and the last is the implementation. The law quoted ...

A 7 page paper that responds to diverse questions. The first is to explain internal environmental analysis and value adding strategies. The second question discusses the Pre-service, point-of-service, after-service elements in the delivery system and the last question discuses the sick role, what it is. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 8 page paper looks at the Medicare and Medicaid requirement for healthcare providers to start using electronic patient records, considering how this may impact on healthcare organizations. The bibliography cites 9 sources.

This 3-page paper focuses on process-centered organizations and how it would work with health care. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

An 11 page paper. The first part of this essay discuses evaluating organizational performance and includes examples of aspects of any organization that should be measure for success and effectiveness. The last part of this paper addresses issues in the health care system and evaluating quality of care. Data included. Bibliography lists 6 sources. ...

This 5 page report discusses where a health and fitness club should be built in order to assure its greatest success. Concerns such as the demographics of the area, convenience, zoning considerations, parking availability and much more must all be factored into the overall equation. Critical to success is attracting and keeping customers, which often comes down to a club’s location. Bibliography ...

A 10 page paper that begins with a definition of globalization, which is followed by a history of globalization. The writer illustrates globalization as international trade has been practiced since at least a few centuries B.C. The rise in globalization in the last forty years is discussed as are the arguments for and against ...

This paper analyzes Merck, its history and its current financial status. The paper also touches on competitive forces as well as Merck's plans for the future. Bibliography lists 2 sources

This 3-page paper discusses the history and achievements of NASA engineering scientist Homer Hickam Jr., and compares them to qualities of a leader. Bibliography lists 1 source.

This 7-page paper is an analysis of Canon, Inc. (as it pertains to copiers) and its competitive advantage. The paper includes a brief history, a competitive analysis of the market, and recommendations. Bibliography lists 2 sources.