Essays and Research Papers on Miscellaneous Issues in Business

An 8 page paper which analyzes various business practices of the Container Store, which is essentially a corporation that maintains 20 chain stores which sell boxes and various containers. The article which is discussed, and the one that details the operations of the Container Store, is "My Job At The Container Store: Employees at the best company to work ...

A 5 page paper that provides an overview of Cisco Systems, including their products, primary markets and the market they are moving into. Also reports the number of acquisitions they have made in the last 6 years and future plans. Cisco and Lucent have been in a competitive battle that has been reported for years. ...

A 3 page paper which discusses the focus of the lean machine in "The Machine That Changed the World," by James P. Womack, Daniel T. Jones, and Daniel Roos. Bibliography lists 2 additional sources.

A 6 page paper that discusses the American Institute Certified Public Accountants' SOP 98-1. Two issues are discussed: standardizing recording of software expenses and standardizing accounting for insurance-related assessments. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing differences between ethics and simple differing points of view originating from different cultural backgrounds. The growing diversity of the American workforce and the increasing rate of the globalization of business both contribute to the situation whereby individuals of many different ethnic and national backgrounds can be working together at any given ...

A 10 page paper which discusses Web Site hosting in many different aspects. The paper presents a very brief description of what a Web Site host does, as well as a brief discussion of what any given company or organization needs to take into consideration when considering becoming involved in the Internet through Web Site hosts. Different organizations and ...

6 pages in length. A collection of ten responses to questions on cultural diversity in the organization including thoughts on mentoring, human resources and corporate promotion. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 5 page paper defining and discussing the quality of professionalism - what it is and why it's important in business or any other professional endeavor. Professionalism is a demeanor that invokes highest standards and demands being met in kind. While it involves ethics, it is yet more than "simple" ethics. Ethics is a ...

This 20 page report discusses restaurant franchising and giving an overview of what restaurant franchising is, what it involves, and what it requires. Franchising is successful because of such things as shared and cooperative advertising costs and beneficial economies of scale achieved through increased purchasing power. The franchisee purchases the right to run a business (the franchise fee) which the ...

8 pages. While a first-time environmental offender might be under the guise of misunderstanding or misinterpretation, a repeat offender such as the General Electric Corporation has no excuse whatsoever for the toxic waste the corporation produces. When corporations repeatedly break the rules regarding environmental protection, it says in a very loud voice that ...

A 7 page paper which discusses the involvement of John D. Rockefeller in the oil industry. The paper discusses his youth as it applies to his innate business abilities, and discusses his early involvement with the oil industry. These are presented to help illustrate his role in the creation and success of Standard Oil. Bibliography lists 6 sources. ...

A 5 page paper that offers an overview of Steve Jobs. Apple Corp. was floundering until they brought Jobs back as interim-CEO. By all accounts, his style has not mellowed much in these last 20 years but he has brought Apple out of its troubles and put it on the way to growth again. ...

This 7 page report discusses software giant Microsoft and the organizational design parameters under which it functions. The ongoing case study presented by Microsoft serves as an excellent departure point to establish the nature and premises of organizational theory and design since it allows for examination from both the viewpoint of the public and the economic aspects of the situation in ...

6 pages in length. This informative paper discusses the merger of Beacon Properties and Equity Office Properties. Subjects covered include the capital structure, initial public offerings and the strengths and weaknesses of each. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper that looks at the negative effects of companies either moving operations overseas or outsourcing to overseas companies. Statistics are provided for the steel industry and the apparel industry. 2 graphs Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 5 page paper addresses the dot com phenomenon by focusing on one lucrative enterprise. Monster.com is evaluated in terms of its success. A description of its services and information about competitors and alliances are included. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 5 page paper which discusses just in time manufacturing. this form of manufacturing began with the Japanese, primarily in the automobile industry, with Toyota being one of the largest companies involved. It drew the attention of American manufacturers, and has been implemented by many companies since, with success levels varying. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing changes in the worldwide soft drink industry. The soft drink industry has changed far more than its largest players would care to see. It has changed more than competitors' stockholders have enjoyed, and it is a far different industry than it was only a decade ago. Changes were ...

This 7 page paper considers the issue of changes in the process of carpet coloration that have taken place over the last few years, including the introduction of digital carpet printing. This paper considers current methods and developments in the use of digital systems for coloration in the field, and relates these to assessments ...

A 9 page paper that discusses Bell Atlantic's move into offering long distance service. Issues discussed include the requirements of the Telecommunications Act of 1996, some of the steps Bell Atlantic took to fulfill the conditions, approval and subsequent sanction of the company by the FCC, the consent decree and present status. Bibliography lists 8 ...

This 5 page paper provides a look at Dresdner Bank amid acquisition worries. The hostile takeover phenomenon is discussed as well as a plan for a bank to thwart such an attempt. Bibliography lists 8 sources.

This 6 page paper looks at the role of technology and intellectual property in change the economic base of society. Aspects such as the change from demand to supply economies and the adoption of pull manufacturing techniques are discussed in conjunction with the effects these change may have on society. The bibliography cites 4 sources. ...

This five-page-paper presents a discussion on the airline industry insurance companies. The plight of the insurance carriers that cover airlines is discussed in detail including the influx of additional companies on the market, the recent big loss years as well as the superjumbo jets . Bibliography lists four sources.

5 pages in length. This analysis based on four questions on employee hiring practices by this organization is informative as to how to do job analysis, hiring tactics, incentive plans and performance appraisals

A 12 page paper which examines the operations management of Swallow Hotels in the United Kingdom. The paper gives a general overview of the history and the operational success of Swallow Hotels, and illustrates their ability to provide service that meets the needs of the customer. In helping to provide that information there is a brief section discussing what ...