Essays on Corporate Culture

In the hospitality industry, communication and participation of management and employees to consult with relevant stakeholders are crucial to sustaining the organization’s effective performance as instrumental to financial success. As explicitly defined, employee participation is disclosed as the “process of employee involvement designed to provide employees with the opportunity to influence and where appropriate, take part in decision making on matters that affect them” . Likewise, communication is the process by which management and employees send important messages regarding the products and services offered by organizations.
The methods of communication are noted to entail downward and upward flows. Downward Continue reading...

Business Ethics

INTRODUCTION:
Ethics is defined as the set of characteristics, patterns of doings and right or wrong conducts possessed by a human being. Ethics can easily be influenced by human behaviours and attitudes and can have an impact on the surroundings, and the places where the person belongs. It can be a workplace, home, school, institutes or any other place (Ferrell, Fraedrich, & Ferrell, 2011).
Ethics is an essential concept that shapes the human personality, culture, values, mind-sets and one’s perceptions. These traits directly influence the corporate culture in the long term and affect the well-being of an organization. When Continue reading...

Executive summary

McDonald's Corporation was founded in 1948 with its headquarters in the United States, Illinois. The Company has diversified its operations and customer base, serving over 56 million customers in a day, in 119 countries. McDonald's Corporation deals with food and beverage products such as hamburgers, French fries, milkshakes, chicken, and desserts among others albeit the company's products vary in different countries. McDonald's Corporation has undertaken various strategic business measures in ensuring diversification and expansion across the world. In the recent past, the company has exhibited significant improvement in production capacity, product differentiation, and training and development of employees.
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Virgin America

Abstract
This paper is on the topic of Virgin America and its organizational analysis. The first section of this paper will discuss the overview of Virgin America with its brief history. In addition, this section will cover organizational life cycle, products and services and Virgin America’s geographical market. The second section of this paper will discuss the external environment of Virgin America and the level of environmental uncertainty the organization faces. The following section will cover the organizational structure of Virgin America and the implications of their structure. The next section will discuss the organizational culture of the Continue reading...

Introduction

Citrix Systems Inc. is a world market leader in networking, virtualization, and creation of cloud computing infrastructure that enables businesses and individuals to work efficiently. The company has been in operation since 1989 and has excelled in creating technology solutions that help to build, manage, and secure virtual and mobile workspaces. The company creates mobile and computer applications, networks, and data services that can be used on any device, network, or cloud.
Over twenty-five years, Citrix has actively pursued a vision of enabling consumers of information technology to live and work in a way that suits their specific needs. Continue reading...

Walmart Company is one of the most influential in the world of retail trade. For more than 15 years, it has been recognized the largest chain of hypermarkets in the United States. In addition, Walmart`s positions are strong in other countries as well. Walmart company since its foundation pursues a strategy of low prices. This specific strategy allows the company to offer products for selling at cheaper prices than other competitors sell.
The history of the creation of one of the largest retail chains in the world is associated with the name of Sam Walton. In the mid-1950s Continue reading...

Introduction

The Best Western PLUS Chateau Granville Hotel is a five star hotel in Vancouver, British Columbia located just a few minutes’ drive from Canada Place. The location of the hotel makes it suitable for business travelers during their stay as majority of corporate location in the area are near The Best Western PLUS Chateau Granville Hotel, including St. Paul’s Hospital, Provincial and Federal Courts, and Vancouver Coastal Health. The hotel provides convenience for the busy business travelers, as it is located near the new Canada Line Rapid transit from the Vancouver international Airport. The hotel offers ample amenities Continue reading...

Thesis

This paper is on the topic of principles of marketing and importance in various organizations. The paper will discuss how marketing is important in the organizational structure and hierarchy. Also, the discussion will cover several examples of importance of marketing in organizations. Finally, the paper will discuss the level of importance of marketing needs to be higher.

Introduction

At present, no business in this world can ignore the relevance of marketing. Either a large, small or non-profit organization or an industrial product manufacturer, marketing is the need of everyone. Every company’s financial success depends largely on their prudent marketing Continue reading...

Business

Section A
Question 1
The term business culture to a great extend refers to the behaviors of individuals in an organization with regard to the meanings that people attach to their actions in the firm. It includes the organizations values, visions, norms, belief systems and habits etc. It also incorporates collective behaviors on the part of individuals working in the organization. More often than not business culture is passed down from the existing members of the organization onto the incoming or new members. Hence, organizational culture is concerned with perceptions, ways of thinking and feeling which influences business interactions Continue reading...

The business sector is one of the most challenging economical sectors in the global market. To be concise, the manufacturing sector is one of the most challenging business sectors the market. There are a lot of factors that are considered while making business decisions. These factors include, financial decisions such as cutting down on costs and improving sales.
The Foxconn Company is a company that deals with the Apple Company. The company manufactures i-pods and i-pads for the Apple Company and it works collaboratively with other leading technology firms. The company has been surrounded by multiple controversies concerning employee Continue reading...

INTRODUCTION

The significance of leadership has long been a topic of constant discussion. It is studied as a crucial component of success in government, business and other spheres. In the recent years many publications has been introduced on the leadership subject. Thousands of reports, research papers, articles and other writings have presented provocative and contradictory ideas concerning leadership and the most optimal leadership style. This paper examines the significant role of leaders in different organizations in promoting organizational targets, developing, supporting and guiding business teams.
- How the leadership is defined?
- What type of leadership is recognized to be Continue reading...

Problem Outline

Cox’s Container Company (CCC) is a medium size manufacturing company that produces both large and small containers. In the last few years, the company’s profitability has gone down due to increased competition from similar companies that have reduced CCC profit margins.
CCC needs to change its culture and structure if it is to remain profitable and therein lays the problem. The employees are not willing to implement the new changes and thus they are not cooperating. The new management team has not introduced the changes well since it has not consulted any of the employees. There has Continue reading...

In this discussion about organizational structure, there will be two different articles discussing separate approaches to and implications of organizational structure: the first, written by Ramachandran et al. (2011) is entitled, “Organisational culture: An exploratory study comparing faculties' perspectives within public and private universities in Malaysia.” The second, written by Macintosh and Doherty (2007), is entitled “Extending the scope of organisational culture: The external perception of an internal phenomenon.” Each approaches the issue of organizational structure differently, and each presents important implications regarding the structure of different organizational groups.
[Main findings] Ramachandran et al. (2011) are primarily concerned with Continue reading...

Verizon

Verizon has an Entrepreneurial Culture as its foundation. Ivan Seidenberg started out as a cable splicer in New York climbing telephone poles before he climbed up to his position as Chairman and CEO. Now he wants to retire and leave a legacy that will keep Verizon thriving in the years to come. In order to do that he needs to leave a legacy for his successor to follow. Therefore, he needs to unite the company with a strong corporate culture. This must extend across all departments including their acquisitions. Entrepreneurs know their best was good for today; then promise Continue reading...

Organizations are institutions that are usually formed by a group of human beings. There are two major forms of organizations, namely, commercial entities and non commercial entities. The primary goal of all commercial entities across the globe is the generation of profits, whereas the principal objective of all non-commercial entities across the globe is the fruition of specific non commercial objectives (Armstrong, 2005, p. 15). This implies that the principal of the objectives of these two forms of originations differs. However, these two organizations need to ensure that they have realized their objective. There are various mechanisms that the Continue reading...

INTERNAL MANAGEMENT

Human Resource Management (HRM) went through the process of transformation over the past decades, which transformed it from supportive administrative function into a strategic element of the companies. This process was majorly determined by the changing and increasingly complex external business landscape, where the competitive advantage of the companies, based on price and product availability could no longer sustain and guarantee long-term profitability and effectiveness (Boxhall and Purcell, 2011; Pravin, 2010). With that in mind, more and more organizations started to realize the role of human capital as a core strategic asset and resource of the organizations. This realization Continue reading...

Executive Summary

This report shows the purported business plan of Nerd Patrol, a partnership business formed by three friends- John, Mary and Nabil. The business will be on hardware and software services, debugging, networking and franchise sales. The strategy to be adopted by the company would be using innovativeness in creating top quality for clients. Financial discipline would be adhered to. The long term goal of the business is to grow and start manufacturing innovative hardware components and software programming. Each role of active and passive managers is spelt out in this report. Employees would constitute of four units – computer engineers, Continue reading...

Introduction

The Devil Wears Prada is a story which focuses on the lives of career women and the kind of power influences they adapt in order to climb higher up the ladder. In this case, the storyline is simple and revolves around the life and career decisions of the main protagonist, Andrea who has just completed her college education and is aspiring to become a journalist. Despite having the skills, she lands up in a job as a second assistant to the editor of a magazine. The female lead, accepted the offer for this job as she thought that after Continue reading...

Abstract

JC Penney is one of the largest retail stores in the world. It has a century long history of success. JC Penney has seen many big changes over the last 100 years in its product portfolio. However, the last effort to change it brand image went horribly wrong. It lost almost 33% of its customer base within a year, biggest in the history of retail industry. However, it has now realized that it needs to stick to its tried and tested brand image and also the operational tactics that have succeeded for the last 4 decades. Once those are Continue reading...

Introduction

The movie Apollo 13 is based on the true account of the unfortunate Apollo mission of NASA. The movie opens with Astronaut Jim Lovell (Tom Hanks) who is enjoying a party to celebrate the success of Apollo 11 lunar mission. The story subsequently revolves to tell the tale of the third mission of landing in the moon which would be led by Astronaut Jim Lovell, Fred Haise (Bill Paxton) lunar module driver and Kevin Bacon as Jack Swivert, who is the command module pilot. The mission is smooth until the crew is threatened due to the explosion of an Continue reading...

Question 1: Cultural differences between the companies

Organizational culture refers to shared norms and values within members of a given organization. These are the dominant values, beliefs and attitudes held by the organization’s employees. It can also be defined as the set of knowledge forms and basic assumptions commons amongst organizational members. Organizational culture is largely influenced by the society in which it exists. A merger between Excelsior Manufacturing and Quality Instrumentation creates a diverse and global team. Such teams are a source of competitive advantage and production efficiency. Mergers create concerns into international management. In determining the core elements in which the two organizations Continue reading...

Introduction and Review

Background
This paper will focus on a systematic review to determine the barriers of implementing TQM approach in health care organizations. Today, there is a need for realizing the TQM concept, essential in indicating the function of organizations, by trying to better put in use resources, and knowledge through individuals sharing and working together in teams. This is by identifying the obstacles hence, helps in the uncovering of management's beliefs, important in developing awareness of duties in daily management, which are regarded as “true”. TQM is a philosophy that proposes uniform obligation to quality, in all organizational areas towards Continue reading...

Internal Management

Definitively, motivation can be understood as a psychological state that compels or encourages action towards the achievement of certain goals or objectives. It is an inner drive to act in a certain way (Psychology Today 2014). In organizations, today managers are increasingly faced with the task of motivating employees to better their performance and consequently, the organizational performance as a whole. Lindner explains that employees are not only motivated by financial rewards; employee attitudes towards their work and the reward systems in place (Lindner 2014).
Studies conducted by Mine (2007: 28) suggest that managers can effectively motivate their staff Continue reading...

The Mission and Value of Google Company

The corporate culture and mission of Google Company reflects a philosophy of creating money without doing wickedness or evil. Moreover, work must be challenging and fun. At Google, these beliefs dictate life. The Google’s Inc certified mission statement is arranging or organizing information of the world and making it globally useful and accessible (Corporate Information 3). It has a value of no retaliation. Google Company forbids retaliation against any employee within the firm who participates in or reports an investigation enquiry of a likely violation of their code (Google’s Corporate Information 10).

History of the Google Company

Sergey Brin and Larry Page, Continue reading...

Introduction

This paper handles three articles with different views in the business world. Each article will be summarized separately on its views on how various agents or players should be guided and the expected results.We then have a discussion concerning the three articles. Conclusion is prepared to give a clear view of the three articles’ view and a judgment is made on the lessons learnt from the three articles.

1st article

This Paper talks about Jack Stack who in the last 10 years has been speaking to the students in MIT School of management concerning the ideals and values of the engine Continue reading...

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HR literature About Recruitment Process 3

Introduction 3
HRM Constructs in Modern Business Environment 3
Literature Review on Recruitment Process 3
Recruitment Professionals – Motivation and Empowerment off topic I am afraid 3
Conclusion 3
HR literature About Recruitment Process
Introduction
Global Business environment is becoming more and more complex, and this increasing complexity places forward alternative competitive strategy. More organizations today realize the role that human capital plays in sustainable development and creation of unique and lasting customer value (Millmore,, 2007). With that in mind, the attention of academic and business circles to a great degree is directed to the role of Human Continue reading...

Abstract

The study is directed at examining the various elements of business that are adopted by companies in their operations. Two organizations in the airline industry have been chosen as the subject of the study to help in achievement of the study objectives. These organizations are; British airways and Emirates airlines. These are giant organizations in the airline industry which have been able to perform excellently in a highly competitive airline industry. This is a definite sign that they adopt the most effective concepts of business operations to keep them on top of other organizations in that industry. The paper Continue reading...

Summary : Managing business ethicsLinda K. Trevino & Katherine A. Nelson. Wiley; 5th edition

Chapter 4 – Addressing individuals’ common ethical problems

Ethical issue when people work together (privacy, discrimination, sexual harassment or simply how people get along. Key is fairness meaning equity, reciprocity, impartiality
- Equitable is when something is divided between 2 people according to the worth & inputs of the 2 individuals. Most people think it’s unfair when 2 people have performed the same duty but receive a different share of the reward
- Reciprocity: “if you do this for me I’ll do this for you”. Most ppl think it’s unfair if one Continue reading...

Introduction

Leadership entails the ability to influence individuals or groups towards the achievement of the organizational goals. It helps in shaping the goals of a group or organization and motivates behavior towards the achievement of these goals. This is accompanied by the assistance of defining the group or organizational culture with the main aim of influencing. Leaders appointed to a certain position in the organization carry the mandate of recognizing that a functional and constructive organizational culture plays an important role in ensuring that their organizations perform to their potential (Daft, 2011). Over the years, this is an issue that Continue reading...

IMAGES OF ORGANIZATION

Overview:
Gareth Morgan’s Images of an Organization was published in January 1997. At that time, it truly revolutionized the way people thought about business structures and corporate cultures. It is published by Sage Publications and categorized as a book on Management, Organizational Behavior and Business Ethics. The new Second Edition includes volume updates while retaining its original framework. Part I begins with and overview and introduces the concept that a business organization can be viewed as a machine, organism, brain, culture, political system, psychic prison, flux and transformation, and instrument of domination. . It then goes on to provide Continue reading...

Introduction

Organizing is a managerial function that comes after the planning function. Organizing is focused on incorporating three vital resources which are; human, financial and physical resources so as to achieve the organizational goals and objectives. Thus, organizing as a function seeks to point out the job roles, the related positions and the synchronization between responsibility and authority. The majority of organizations strive to ensure a comprehensive organizing function which would be beneficial in quite a number of ways. To begin with, organizing is important in promoting specialization of employment by enabling the division of labor into departments and units. Continue reading...

Introduction

Leadership encompasses a collective and collaborative process focused on relationships and network (Kezar , Carducci, & McGavin, 2011). This paper is presents a detailed exploration of leadership in organizations drawing inferences from Virgin Atlantic’s president’s leadership skills. The subsequent part presents an evaluation of the leadership style adopted by Sir. Richard Branson-the president of Virgin Atlantic Airlines. Later, the organizational structure and cultural framework of Virgin Atlantic is also presented. In due course, a discussion on the leadership skills practiced by Sir. Richard Branson is presented followed by discussions on additional leadership skills. The paper concludes with a presentation Continue reading...

I agree with the entire premise of the article by Robichaud and Antatmula (2011), which is that the main motivators of building owners and contractors in using sustainability concepts in building constructions are the costs and the profits. Despite the noble goals or intentions behind sustainability in that it helps protect the environment, building owners and contractors would still be realistic and practical when considering the methods they use for their construction projects. Even if they have great concerns for the environment, they would still be more concerned about the financial stability of their own companies and businesses; thus, Continue reading...

Friendly Neighbor Bank and Trust is espousing a culture where employees put the customers as a top priority particularly, in customer service. This is rooted in its mission of “People first, profits second”. However, when it comes to enacting its values, it demonstrates inconsistency. This is evident when the company cut payroll cost in customer service and sacrificed delivering customer satisfaction, in order to meet profit objectives and please shareholders.
As an employee of the bank who recently attended seminars to align with the company’s values and mission, this inconsistency in action vs. values taught creates confusion and Continue reading...

Nurses play an invaluable role in health care. In collaboration with other disciplines in the health care field, nurses help populations attain satisfactory levels of health and wellness both in the absence or presence of disease. With the graying of society, the demand for nursing care is expected to increase. Individuals are living longer lives but often with chronic illnesses such as diabetes and heart disease that require acute and preventive care. As such, the ongoing nursing shortage is a serious concern with its negative impact on health. While the current recession pulled nurses back into the health care Continue reading...

Aguinis, H., & Pierce, C. A. (2008). Enhancing the relevance of organizational behavior by embracing performance management research. Journal of Organizational Behavior.
This journal is relevant in this research project because it shows the impact of organizational behavior on both the individuals and the management structures in an organization.The ways to enhance organizational performance through organizational behavior are clearly elaborated in this article. The source is also credible because the author is experienced in human resource aspects and organizational practices.
Ali, A. M., & Anis, J. (2013). WHY CEO EMOTIONAL BIASES AFFECT FIRM ASSETS SPECIFICITY CHOICE BAYESIAN NETWORK METHOD: THE EVIDENCE Continue reading...

Background

The Healthcare One health care systems is a non-profit, independent health care organization. We are known for the highest quality of patient care. Our dedication to excellence, compassion and innovation is rooted in our corporate culture. Also, our devotion to art and science of healing will guide us towards creation of our mission and vision. By creating a clear mission and vision statements, we intend to powerfully communicate our intentions, and also to motive our team to realize its goals.

Mission and Vision

Mission
Our mission statement defines our purpose and our primary objectives. It is for internal reflection – to define key Continue reading...

Article Review

Article Review
Dutch (2013) used the contingency model of strategic human resource management to construct a new framework of human resources, strategy and culture in an organization. The current perspective of the contingency model involves aligning human resource management practices with themselves and with organizational strategy. The article posits that though this view is theoretically sound, there are challenges in its practicality. They fault the contingency model for failing to address the issues that affect both the HRM and strategy. Further, the article indicates that some of the HRM practices might be affected by strategy and vice versa. This Continue reading...

International Marketing

International Marketing

This paper presents an analysis of international marketing scenario taking the case of a multinational firm; Starbucks. It discusses various elements that relate to international business for a company such as Starbucks.

Starbuck’s Clientele and Positioning Strategy

The Starbucks Corporation is a Seattle, Washington-based coffee company. It specializes in purchasing and selling of whole bean specialty coffee drinks through an international chain of retail outlets. The firm is well known in North America for its coffeehouses where people come to purchase beverages and food items including ground and bean coffee varieties. The company has become synonymous with Americans conceptualization of coffee products Continue reading...

Introduction

In the past decade business conditions, increasing pressure of international economic and social environment as well as internal complexity of the companies determined greater focus on Human Resource Management (HRM) agendas and strategies. Human capital and internal expertise developed by organizations help companies not only to offer a competitive edge but to invest in sustainable organizational growth with a high level of core and unique capabilities. Latest developments in the HRM field demonstrate that effective planning, recruitment and training and development programs can make a significant contribution to the cost-focused strategies and increase operational and commercial productivity of the Continue reading...