Essays on Personal Care

For a child to thrive, they must experience consistent care and love from nurturing caregivers. The support and security provided by the caregivers give the child self-confidence and resilience to effectively cope with everyday stress. For children to develop physical, emotionally and socially they need to interact with other people, therefore, learning how to cope with minor stresses prepares them on how to handle significant stressors from external factors. However, certain factors may challenge a child's normal ability to cope with stress: disability is one of those factors. Children with special needs refer to those with different disabilities harboring ...

L Brands Inc.: The Strategy

Introduction

L Brands Inc. evolved from a simple department store in early 1900s into one of the largest retailers of women’s fashion and apparel products today. It has acquired Victoria’s Secret and PINK, and has made other significant acquisitions. L Brands has branches for Victoria’s Secret products in more than 1,100 stores in North America, Canada and United Kingdom (Nasdaq, 2016). The company markets its products through retail stores located in malls, through international franchise and websites (United States Securities and Exchange Commission, 2016).

Strength L Brand sells through shopping malls ...

Choosing the best health plan for patient care is one of the most difficult decisions for some patients and their families because of the fine line distinguishing which plan suits them best. However, every plan is designed to suit a patient according to the kind of treatment they need, the cost of the treatment and the insurance covering every kind of treatment plan. Therefore, there are three main kinds of treatment plans that are offered in general, namely, HMO, PPO, and POS (Web MD, 2016). There are fine differences between the three, based on the need of primary physician ...

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Long-term care is usually required for those people, who have chronic illness and/or disabilities, thereby requiring personal care assistance for long period of time. This long-term care not only includes health-care services but also requires assistance in personal care and activities such as dressing, eating, bathing, walking, and transferring (Housing Bureau for Seniors, 2015). This paper deals with the information about the care required by older people and integration of long-term care services in a cost-effective and attainable manner.

Percentage of older people requiring long-term care

Older people require not only formal care at home but also require long-term care either at home ...

Pros of Ethiopia As An Investment Opportunity

The Ethiopian economy is essentially centered on agriculture, which actually account for more than 85% of Ethiopia’s total employment and 46% of its GDP. Similarly, the country has shown an impressive economic growth from the past few years. Ethiopia is one of the largest landlocked countries in sub-Saharan Africa and it is increasingly becoming a central point for the foreign investors seeking forthcoming investment opportunities in that particular region. According to IMF, Ethiopia is one of the firmest growing economies with approximately an average growth rate of 8.2%. The economy brightly expected to grow further. It grew 9.6% ...

ITERS Observation and Reflection

ITERS Observation and Reflection The objective of the activity is to observe a toddler in a classroom for a maximum of 10 hours in order to complete the Infant/Toddler Environment Rating Scale or ITERS. In this activity a male toddler with permission from the parent was asked to stay in a classroom for a minimum of 1 hour with 15 minutes interval giving a total of 10 hours as needed for the observation period. The standard element observed in the learning environment encompasses a goal of ensuring that the toddler can move freely in the classroom area in order ...

1. Company Background

Key Issues

Mission and Vision 2. Unilever Company Application 3. Ice Cream Competitive Environment Application

Company Background

Nestlé is a Swiss based company and its core was formed by two different Swiss companies in 1867, Anglo-Swiss Condensed Milk Company in Switzerland (About Us n.d. para 5). Henri Nestlé sold his company and factory to three businessmen and by 1878 Milkmaid and Nestlé were the main competitors in the European market as they started offering similar products (About Us n.d. para 5). In 1902, Milkmaid, sold off all of its operations based in the United States, paving the way for its ...

Abstract

The period of economic recession impacts significantly on the nature of the organizational learning strategy. According to a survey conducted by Personnel Today, in 2009, economic recession affected the learning and development strategy by 59% globally (Personnel Today, 2009). Economic recession is usually a long duration of economic decline characterized by low output, unemployment, a decline in the availability of credit, reduction in the level of trade, and fluctuations in currency value. These challenges affect the ability of industries to manage their human resources (HR) effectively. In particular, the period of recession affects the ability of the management to ...

Executive Summary

LUSH is a cosmetics company founded in 1995, and since that year the company "has spent years developing what they call "naked" products that work really efficiently" (Smith & Milligan, 2015, p. 85). Over the past 20 years, the company "has transformed itself from a single shop company in 1995 to a multi-million dollar company with 850 shops in more than 50 countries" (qtd. in Storify.com). There are several major factors that contribute to the efficiency, successfulness, and popularity of LUSH products. In the first place, according to Smith and Milligan (2015), the solid products offered by LUSH cosmetics "do ...

L Brands: Corporate Governance L Brands: Corporate Governance

Overview

L Brands is a world-renowned lingerie, personal care and beauty products company ("About Us," n.d.). Offering flagship brands including, primarily, Victoria's Secret, PINK, Bath & Body Works, La Senza and Henri Bendel, L Brands has U.S., Canada and U.K. as focal operation markets and extends her global presence in around 700 locations by franchised partnerships ("About Us"). The company's central message is personal branding and sexy lifestyle. The business lines, functions and activities, based on brand offerings of L Brands, are reported by specific corporate governance structure and mechanisms detailed below.

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Abstract

Long-term care is rendered to people with varying levels of functional deficit. Depending on the type of the disability and the status of the wellbeing of the long-term care user, the needs vary. Some long-term care users need minimal assistance while others need maximum assistance. Long-term care is meant to help people with functional deficits to live a comfortable life as much as possible. There are various levels of long-term care options that people should select according to their needs. They include among others; nursing home, home care, home health care, assisted living facility, and community-based care settings. Each ...

Advantages of a retirement home for Mrs. Willis

Introduction For many years, retirement homes have helped families in caring for their loved ones once they grow old. Today, many people work and spend limited time at home. The absence from home makes it difficult to take care of their old relatives once they become unable to provide for themselves. It creates an additional burden to those responsible. Retirement homes seem to offer a solution to the problem; they offer a conducive and safe environment where senior citizens can spend their last years well. It exposes them to other senior citizens they can interact with; such homes provide a safe ...

Introduction

A consumer diary is important for the following reasons. One, It is used to capture frequent and small purchased items that a consumer uses. The diary is meant to capture all the expenses on food and beverages that a consumer uses nonprescription drug and supplies, tobacco and personal care products. A consumer diary is self-managed within a specified period of time. The diary is used to show the amount of expenditure a consumer uses on products that they use. It can also be employed in analyzing the consumers’ loyalty towards the items and also checking consumer behavior (Maclaran, et al., 2007). An example ...

Background

Johnson’s & Johnson’s is a USA based company began in 1886 and is operating now in more than 60 countries, and is well known name in health and baby care products throughout the world. They believe in innovations, advance and well - being of people . It is world’s sixth largest consumer health company, it most diverse medical devices and diagnostic company. It has marked its presence in pharmaceuticals and biologics. The prime focus of the report is in the consumer segment of J&J, as the company is planning to expand in men’s segment, by launching hygiene ...

Business plan

Part 1: Business idea My business idea is a starting barbershop. The name of this barbershop will be JD Barbershop. It will be serving males across all ages. It will be open from 1000hrs to 2100hrs on weekdays and 0800hrs to 2000hrs on weekends.

Essay layout

The layout of this essay will be characterized by several sections based on each question. For question one, the first section will concentrate on the business idea. The other section will have details on Michael Porter’s Competitive Forces. For question two, the first part will be based on the type of the business model ...

Executive Summary

Marketing planning provides a guide for a business’ marketing operations outlining the action plan with strategies that are based on well analyzed market and business products. In that respect, this plan presents a marketing plan for Himalaya Shampoo that operates in India providing hair care shampoo products. The Business has been identified to have suitable resources, structure and management to enhance competitiveness in addition to having opportunities that draw from positive external environment. In that respect, the business target market is selected to include low income group and a high income group that is to be served with two hair shampoo products. The ...

Intervention Plan

Intervention plan 2 - List areas of weakness in occupational performance for Ms. T Ms.T faces shoulder and wrist aches when she is teaching at the school, be it while writing on the blackboard, or just trying to hold a book. She faces troubles in knitting, and playing cards, due to the same problem. Her physical agility is very weak, and she takes a long time to do her household chores. She is also having trouble in walking without support, and turning about the bed every night. She faces trouble in the toilet too. Her capability to bathe the ...

In the education and training process, learning needs assessment has a fundamental role to play. It generates change in the various practices and, most governments have made it a policy in continuing professional development. Since learning needs assessment occurs for a variety of educational purposes, its role should be clearly defined and, the methods used to make the findings well determined. The over reliance on formal needs assessment in education has become redundant due to the integration of learning needs assessment which provides a creative and professional educational instrument. Additionally, although the idea of educational needs assessment is preserved in policy, educational norm ...

Introduction: Case synopsis

The shampoo market in India had grown exponentially due to customers placing a high degree of importance on their physical appearance. Herbal brands and synthetic brands are widely used, however coming from a tradition of using herbs, Indians tend to prefer the herbal brands more than the synthetic ones. Himalaya shampoo is among the herbal brands of shampoo that had to compete with established and successful conventional and ethnic brands such as the Nyle, Meera, Gamble, and Unilever India. The challenge for Himalaya was to formulate a positioning strategy so that it can be able to reach out to consumers who strongly ...

The health of any individual is of paramount importance as a satisfied customer brings more business. Procedures that are mainly followed in a salon are hair dressing, Skin Penetration and beauty and natural therapy. However, these procedures pose meticulous public health risks only if they are not carried out in a hygienic and safe manner. Both the operator and the client are at risk, these risks include transmission of communicable diseases such as Hepatitis B and HIV. It is compulsory for operators to maintain equipment and premises in a hygienic state, and to carry out procedures in an appropriate and safe manner ( ...

Internet based marketing blog

Internet based marketing blog The website that I have selected for this assignment is, Colgate-Palmolive. The URL of the website is: http://www.colgate.co.in/app/Colgate/IN/HomePage.cvsp

- Target Marketing: It allows you to target a specific group of people. Hence, you can design your messages in a specific way to entice a particular segment. - Helps you increase the customer involvement with your product/service, as they have access to almost all information. The customers can provide immediate feedback too. - The sales potential increases. - A company’s image is enhanced and there is an ease of brand re-call due to internet ...

Part 1: Fast Web

Fast web gives ten golden rules that student applying for colleges have to keep in mind First of all, there is need to talk to a counselor before picking a college. This is because counselors are more knowledgeable than any book or website there is. Keeping in touch with the counselor is the second step as it helps in the follow-up process. Researching is the third step. This is the only way that a student can keep abreast with information. In order to do sound research, there is need to start early; the student should not wait until it is too late. ...

SITUATIONAL ANALYSIS

Gillette India Limited Personal Care Products Market in India Targeting a wider Consumer Base with Personal Care Products

- General Environment- Gillette India Limited and the Indian Personal care Products Industry - Political and Legal Environment - Economic Factors - Sociocultural Factors - Technological Environment - Porter’s 5 Forces Analysis - Suppliers - Buyers - Substitutes - New Entrants - Rivalry - Personal Care Products Industry Trends in India - SWOT Analysis - Key Success Factors - Decision Criteria/Recommendations - Looking Forward- ...

Abstract

- Objective The objective of this study is to analyze UCLA Medical Center Health System in Los Angeles: Its goals, plans and dashboards that incorporate people, service, operations, quality/safety, finances and strategic development. - Executive Summary UCLA Medical Center is the largest provider of outpatient care services in Los Angeles, serving a diverse patient population of over 5,000 which reflects the socioeconomic, racial and ethnic diversity Los Angeles (Tulchinsky, 2009, p. 145). It is a health organization that seeks to improve the health and healthcare of individuals, families and communities in the metropolitan area of Los Angeles ...

Water Contaminants from Pharmaceuticals and Chemical Industries

Water Contaminants from Pharmaceuticals and Chemical Industries

Abstract

In industrial processes, the generation of waste waters is unavoidable sometimes. It is therefore important to develop process for decontaminating this water. The treatment of toxic effluent that contains pharmaceutical and industrial chemicals cannot be satisfactorily attained through the use of conventional processes. Advanced oxidation processes (AOP) have been very vital and successful in their application to degrade these toxic compounds found in water. The high generation of extremely powerful oxidizing agent like the hydroxyl radical forms the back bone of the AOPs. This method is capable of destroying organic compounds until ...

Julie Bornstein, the senior vice-president of Sephora Direct group is in charge of all direct marketing for the products of Sephora group as well as the digital marketing initiatives. She is seeking additional funding so as to double the budget used in social media in the company for effective marketing. So as to determine whether additional funding for social media is viable for enhancing sales of the firm, it is imperative to explore the background of the company so as to explore whether such funding is necessary. Sephora Company was started in the year 1969 and entered the ...

Introduction

Procter & Gamble (P & G) is a well known international organization by almost everyone in the field of business. There has been a high increase in superior products which are becoming more competitive in the world market this is due to the technology and information sharing which is happening at a very rapid speed thus leading to new ideas which also enhance the race to the global market. However, P&G are aiming at remaining in the lead and on the edge and ten years back they made a daring culture to ensure so. This paper intends to look at P&G innovation strategy in order ...

One of the most concerning environmental issues of our time is water quality. Particularly, the presence of the so-called emerging contaminants has posed a challenge for current water treatment methods. Emerging contaminants are compounds that under conventional water quality standards are virtually unnoticeable. In this new category, perhaps the most worrisome are the pharmaceutical or personal care products (PPCPs). This denomination makes reference to prescription and over-the-counter drugs for human and veterinary consumption as well as to fragrances, perfumes, deodorants, and soaps among many others (Hansen, 2007). Even though these compounds are generally found in very low concentrations, some of ...

Executive Summary

Change is inevitable in organizations; thus it is imperative for firms to be prepared to experience change and make wise decisions regarding the prevailing or impending changes. Unilever UK is focused in making grand changes in attempts to stay abreast of the highly competitive industry. There are certain key drivers to these changes and they impact on the process of making decisions in the said company.

Sustainability is has become pivotal in the way organizations are required to ensure their production methods are safe to the environment. There are claims that modern industrial processes cannot be sustainable, and yet ...

Abstract

The Georgetown Retirement Residence provides assisted living for the elderly. The organization is located in one of the most beautiful and delightful neighborhoods in the Washington DC. At the organization, senior citizens enjoy retirement living at the privacy and comfort of their individual suits. There is added security provided at the home and the staff and nurses work all round the clock to provide the clients with what they need. Since the organization is located in Georgetown, a very delightful neighborhood, the surrounding is suitable and inviting for the elderly. Accommodation at the organization begins from $3750 per month. The ...

Executive Summary

China is recognized as the fastest growing countries in trade. There are various products that are sold in China and the market has been declared favorable to many due to its high demand brought about by the high population. Lipton tea is a product of Unilever Company which was recently launched in China and its market has been tremendously increasing for the past few years. Unilever caters in three types which include personal care, food brands and home care brands. Personal care brands include Lotions, creams and soaps, Food Brands include Lipton and Blue band while home care brands include ...

Nature of the entity

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (“A&F”) refers to a Delaware company incorporated in 1996. Abercrombie & Fitch Co. A specialty retailer, it operates direct-to-consumer operations and stores that supplies sportswear apparel, accessories, and personal care products. These products are sold under Abercrombie & Fitch, Hollister brands, Gilly Hicks, and Abercrombie kids. The company maintains similar store formats and display of merchandise irrespective of the store location. As of January 2012, Abercrombie & Fitch Co. had 1045 stores, 946 of which are located in the United States and 99 other in international locations. Generally, the company operates a fifty-two week fiscal year ...

Unilever’s Quest by Shedding Brands

Product Portfolio Management

Unilever is a multinational consumer goods giant that produces and distributes personal care products such as shampoos and beauty soaps, home care products such as washing powder, foods, and beverages such as tea and ice cream. The company has over 400 brands all over the world. Some of the best known are Lipton tea, Blue Band, Flora, Heart brand, Hellmann’s, Knorr, Omo, Dove, Axe/Lynx and Rexona.

Unilever product portfolio is designed to meet every need in the household at the highest level of satisfaction possible. From the time an individual wakes up to the time they ...

Adonis Industries is launching Venus scents for women into the market. The company which produces the Adonis range of male deodorant products is now branching into female scents. Venus Scents will be a range of deodorants designed to guarantee 24 hour freshness and confidence for women. Launch the product, which will come in three variants of ocean breeze, summer sweet and spring free will, into the market today.

Venus Scents have been designed with the active young woman in mind. The product provides the freshness and confidence a woman would need after a stint at the gym, a long day at work or a ...

Introduction

The beauty industry is very dynamic. One sector may be growing at a fast pace while another is suffering from severe adverse growth. In this paper I will analyse the trends of the cosmetic industry in the last few years and the direction it is expected to take in the near future.

The Cosmetics Industry

In the beauty care industry, health and beauty is treasured especially when it comes to the skin. In cosmetic industry the focus is usually on the skin and hair. Anti-aging products have been steadily gaining popularity and they will continue to be in high demand in the world. ...

The aim of this report is to enhance understanding of the managers at the P &G through an intelligence analysis of the main competitors, and the comparison between the company and its main competitor. Unilever International Corporation has been investigated in detail as the main rival to the company. Its current market analysis has been elaborated in detail, while its current strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threat are explained in detail in the SWOT analysis section. Opinions on the industry and the marketing strategies have been sought from various sources, in order to allow managers to understand what the ...

Executive summary

The aim of this report is to enhance understanding of the managers at the P &G through an intelligence analysis of the main competitors, and the comparison between the company and its main competitor. Unilever International Corporation has been investigated in detail as the main rival to the company. Its current market analysis has been elaborated in detail, while its current strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threat are explained in detail in the SWOT analysis section. Opinions on the industry and the marketing strategies have been sought from various sources, in order to allow managers to understand what the ...