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Initial Challenges During his first four years in as CEO, Jeff Immelt had to contend with reduced investor confidence resulting from the 9/11 terrorist attack. Investors’ confidence in the stock market was shaken which resulted in a 20% reduction in General Electric’s stock price. Immelt had to reduce the company’s annual growth forecast which was earlier set at 18% annually, by previous CEO, Jack Welch. Immelt made some changes to the company’s strategy by diversifying its operations to help it take advantage of new opportunities in the global market. The firm needed to improve its competitive advantage in technology and service sectors, to help it increase its market share in high value industries (Bartlett 2). Under Immelt’s leadership, GE improved its external commercial functions which strengthened its competitive edge in the market. Changes in Strategy Immelt needed to maintain General Electric’s strong financial performance in the market, similar to what Jack Welsh had achieved in his tenure. One of his major acquisitions, Vivendi made it possible for General Electric to have a strategic market share in the media industry. GE also acquired Amersham, a health technology firm to enable it take advantage of the health industry’s long term shift to biotechnology. These strategic decisions diversified GE’s commercial activities which made the firm well prepared to take advantage of future changes in the global market (Bartlett 8). Therefore, this made GE’s internal operations to be driven by creativity and innovation. Immelt also hired highly qualified marketing professionals to increase sale volumes and to establish strong relations between the firm and its customers. Immelt helped GE to diversify its operations into different high value segments which were dominant in their respective markets. Core Market Competences The acquisitions of Vivendi and Amersham helped GE to introduce new products into the market which strengthened its performance. These acquisitions became part of GE’s core market competence because they created a shift in the company’s commercial focus. Vivendi enabled GE to have a new portfolio to drive its long term positive growth because the acquisition increased its market share in the media industry. Amersham made it possible for GE to take advantage of lucrative opportunities in the biomedical industry. Moreover, new operations in energy, water services and security enabled the firm to strengthen its position in the market. Immelt’s leadership helped GE to add value to i
After considerable deliberation, I have come to a conclusion that it is necessary for public relations staff to take steps and develop special digital and social guidelines for the company and its employees to use. There are many problems that can arise if public relations are not regulated properly. The implementation of the following actions will help to avoid possible lawsuits and liability: Setting restrictions The first issue that should be discussed by public relations staff is to what degree employees’ activities will be restricted by the guidelines. Reasonable preliminary analysis of future restrictions can help prevent interfering in employees’ private lives, as well as avoid other possible problems. Keeping employees informed The next important rule is to be clear about monitoring employees’ activities: although employers now have the right to read employees’ email, they should make sure that the employees are aware of that. Not warning the workers that certain areas of their lives are monitored is considered as a violation of privacy and can lead to lawsuits filed against the employer. Encouraging employees to have a blog Having a blog is a good way to stimulate discussion and allow employees to get informal feedback (Wilcox, at al.). The company, however, is to set clear guidelines about “what employees, as well as executives, can and cannot say on their blogs” (Wilcox, et al. 220). If employees have space where they can talk about the issues connected to the company and its work, they will have no need to discuss it somewhere else. Creating disciplinary policy The last essential step is to create a number of disciplinary actions that may potentially be taken if employees’ posts on social media negatively affect the company’s image. These measures will help to correct employees’ unfavourable attitudes at work and ensure that all the workers are treated in a fair way. It is also important to provide employees with detailed information on those measures, and explain that these actions are not used to punish certain behaviors, but to correct them. Please take into consideration that these steps are crucial in ensuring employees’ understanding and acceptance of the company’s standards, as well as creating favourable environment for a more effective workflow. Work Cited Wilcox, Dennis L., et al. Public Relations: Strategies and Tactics . Pearson, 2015.
There is a conviction that the more information is collected, the better results are going to be obtained. Still, it is not really so, as in most cases extra information leads to the frustration. The research can omit really useful and necessary information at the expense of the unnecessary one (Case, 2007). Zeiger (2000) offers numerous methods for making the research effective and do not spend much time on collecting unnecessary information which requires not only time, but in most cases money. It is natural that while the research, especially qualitative one, the transcriptional data is collected (Sprenkle, 2005). The transcriptional data usually contains the information which is unnecessary for the current research. Still, if there is a problem and the extra data is collected, it is necessary to do all possible to use the extra information for the further research (Johnson & Christensen, 2007). Using the information we have collected for the research as the example, we are going to identify the one which does not fit any research question and is considered to be unnecessary for this exploration. At the same time, we are going to state some specific variants for the further research where this extra and unnecessary for the current research information is going to be used. Dwelling upon the research we have conducted, it is necessary to point out some specific information which has been collected during the research, but it cannot be used in the current exploration due to the specifics of the themes. Thus, the main purpose of the research was to define the blended model of learning using not only the traditional methods of teaching but also some specific innovative technologies, but also identify the correlation between hybrid learning method which should involves web cameras, the Internet, microphone, projector screens, etc. The themes the research was directed at were as follows, students’ relation to innovation technologies in teaching, students’ evaluation of the classroom setting, the assessment of the techniques the teacher uses while the lesson. It is possible to conclude that in most cases the information and data collected while the research was necessary and fit the themes and research questions identified as the core for the study. Still, as the qualitative method for the research was used and the information was collected by means of the interviewing, it is obvious that some extra facts were collected. Thus, we managed to get the information that some students doubt whether the utilization of too many innovative technologies m
Executive Summary The general business plan is prepared for Best Choice Company’s management, as it was requested by the owner, Mr. Mohammed AL Shaikh (Abu Omar). The purpose of preparing the plan is to assess the Manager’s abilities and strategies to handle the new and current investment of Best Choice in Malaysia. The Malaysian market is promising for the investment in the Middle East region because the country’s export and import relations develop, and GDP grows annually. In this context, much attention should be paid to investing into the country’s palm oil industry because it contributes to the Malaysian economic progress significantly. The key approaches to handling the investment that can be discussed as advantageous for Best Choice Company include the development of promising relationships with suppliers, customers, and partners; the integration of diversification approaches to distributing investments; the implementation of the differentiation strategy for improving the potential of the industry; the expansion of operations; and the minimization of risks. The core financial elements, such as the potential financial profits and risks, are addressed. Funding requirements, such as banks, business owners, and other options, are also identified. The management team includes me as a Manager and potential candidates who will be employed for the promotion and completion of sale strategies. The ability to track the business is also supported by references to my personal and professional skills and leadership. I have comprehensive knowledge regarding the development of small and medium enterprises and associated investment options. I am focused on promoting sustainable strategies in business. I have developed managerial skills, and I am also able to train the personnel. Company Description Promoters and Shareholders At the current stage of the business development, the focus is on the managerial potential of the firm and activities of Area Manager (Abu Maha). The selection of the secretary candidate is possible. As a Manager, I am responsible for directing all business activities and dealing with experts in the areas of interest. My activities are associated with the financial and legal areas, as well as the sphere of engineering. In the company, shareholders are Mr. Sami Alsubieh and Mr. Mohammed ALshaikh, whose number of shares is about 1,000,000. It is possible to speak about the 50% shareholding and associated cash investment. Long-Term Aim of the Business To contribute to the growth of Best Choice Company in East Asia, and particularly in Malaysia, with the focus on expanding operations in the region; increasing the number of customers; establishing high-profit margins related to investments; diversifying opportunities for investing in industries; as well as on minimizing risks. Objectives  1. To develop the working strategic plan on increasing pro
Executive Summary Described as ‘America’s Favorite Sponge’, the innovative sponge has seen on ABC’s popular TV show, Shark Tank is now on its way to becoming a household brand name. The multipurpose high-tech polymer microfiber sponge is made to change cleaning experiences at home. The company behind this product was found in 2008 by Aaron Krause, but today boasts of one the Shark Tank investors, Lori Greiner, as an investor. The product is soft in warm water but becomes hard in cold water to enhance the cleaning of surfaces. Moreover, it does not harbor bacteria or emits foul smell relative to other available brands. The market is dominated by some prominent brands, such as P&G, Scotch-Brite, and other small producers who have already acquired significant market shares. Notably, Scrub Daddy has a superior sponge but lacks consumer awareness. Scrub Daddy has not sufficiently used cheaper promotional tools, such as social media, and the Internet to develop the brand. It is therefore suggested that Scrub Daddy should focus on creating brand awareness nationwide. On this note, the use of promotional tools, such as billboards, television, radio, social media, and the Internet will help the company to increase brand awareness. Introduction Scrub Daddy was founded in 2008 by an entrepreneur, Aaron Krause. Scrub Daddy is one of the most successful products ever shown on the reality TV show, Shark Tank. The patented superior sponge is an incredibly adaptable cleaning apparatus for the kitchen and other areas in the house. The highly developed polymer constituent of the Scrub Daddy has been cut into a beaming face shape and adapted for simple cleaning processes. Flex Texture implies that the surface of the sponge will change based on the water temperature (Scrub Daddy, Inc para. 1). That is, in hot water, the sponge will be delicately tender for cleaning while in cold water for rougher surfaces, it will be rougher for scouring texture. Scrub Daddy cleans well to ensure that it does not retain any particles as other conventional sponges do. This marketing plan strives to make Scrub Daddy to be promoted, marketed, and sold like other common cleaning products in the US. Also, this marketing plan will reposition the product as modern, versatile, easy to use, and highly effective through creating an advertising campaign to reach the intended consumers. The ultimate goal of this marketing plan is to increase brand awareness among consumers by 50% within one year. Market Environment (Micro & Macro Factors) In this section, the focus is on environmental factors that are relevant, their influences on both the current and future marketing efforts, and possible changes. For microenvironment, competition, suppliers, intermediaries, and the public are evaluated (Armstrong, Adam, and Denize) Competition Scrub Daddy faces intense competition from some of the most established brands in the US cleaning industry. Scotch-Brite This product consists of two-dozen microfiber sponges, which are suitable for simple cleaning. They quickly dry and powerfully absorb water (up to 50% more than ordinary cotton dishcloths). These are qualities, which make the prod
The choice of a pricing strategy is essential for optimizing sales and shaping the profitability of a product by manipulating its value both upwards and downwards. It is vital to consider that products undergo periods of growth, maturity, and eventual deterioration. Understanding market needs and the life cycle of a product is critical in determining pricing and fine-tuning business strategies (Kienzler & Kowalkowski, 2017). The development stages of a product entail four distinct phases, namely, introduction, growth, maturity, and decline. During the introduction phase, marketers project low sales volumes, higher costs per unit, and minimal profitability (Kienzler & Kowalkowski, 2017). In the growth phase, the sales begin to increase, lowering costs per unit, and boosting profits. At the maturity level, maximum sales are realized, and the prices for customers plummet tremendously (Kotler, 2016). Lastly, the decline phase is characterized by decreasing sales from the peak. Costs remain low for consumers, while profits start to fall. In the context of marketing bicycles, the focus is on adopting a new technology of material and 3-D printing. The most effective strategy is market skimming since it will lead to the realization of quick results considering this position. This approach is perceived as optimal since a production volume cost does not reduce profitability. The pricing strategy not only features the quality of the product but also inhibits new players from entering the market (Kotler, 2016). The product’s lifecycle experiences constant adjustments in pricing to counter competitive forces. However, the market-skimming strategy does guarantee market stability. As a result, a transparent pricing strategy is essential in winning and retaining consumers in the long term. Customers are often fascinated by the knowledge of products and the organizations that manufacture and distribute them. Thus, the pricing strategy should be addressed vividly from the inception of the product and throughout its other stages of growth to create confidence in consumers.
The main points of this article are to offer the reader with an awareness of the generally dangers of electricity, and to provide some insight into the physiological effects of electrical shock on the human body. The main part of the article will centre of attention on the physiological effects of electrical shock on the human body. Electric power is a main form of energy world-wide. It helps us in living enhanced, but it is still a hazard in our everyday life. The human body uncovered to the electromagnetic field is presented as a thick conducting cylindrical scattered of the length L and radius a , placed vertically on the ideal ground. When a human touches a large ungrounded metal object (like a car, truck, etc.), the total impedance between the entity and ground can be signified by a series combination of circuits equivalent to the electrode, skin and increase impedances, impedance between the feet and ground, and body impedance. Electric accidents’ figures, especially on work-related accidents, demonstrate the extent of the problem: electrocutions are the second causation for deaths at the workplace after falls from height. Actions for preventing occupational accidents have been taken in the various countries. The EU structure Directive for protection and health at work provides several requirements. Electricity has long been recognized as a grave workplace hazard, revealing employees to electric shock, electrocution, burns, fires, and explosions. An electric shock can happen upon make contact with of a human’s body with any resource of voltage high enough to cause sufficient current flow through the muscles or hair. The least current a human can feel is thought to be about 1 milliampere (mA). The current may cause tissue damage or fibrillation if it is adequately high. The discernment of electric shock can be different depending on the voltage, duration, current, path taken, frequency, etc. Current entering the hand has a entrance of perception of about 5 to 10 mA (milliampere) for DC and about 1 to 10 mA for AC at 60 Hz. Shock perception declines with increasing frequency, eventually disappearing at frequencies above 15-20 kHz. An electric shock can effect in anything from a minor tingling sensation to immediate cardiac arrest. The severity depends on the following:   * The amount of current flowing through the body,   * The current’s path through the body,   * The length of time the body remains in the circuit, and   * The current’s frequency. This table shows the general relationship between the amount of current received and the reaction when current flows from the hand to the foot for just 1 second. Cardiac effects Current can result meddling with nervous control, especially over the heart and lungs. Repeated electric shock which does not lead to death has been shown to cause
Introduction and a Background to the Case There were reports in early 2011 that Chinese hackers managed to breach the systems of several leading energy companies in the world and in the process, managed to steal sensitive information of these corporations (Riley, 2011). ExxonMobil was one of the companies that was a victim in these hackings. Despite the fact that the company asserted that the breach was not serious and hence it was not necessary for them to report to their shareholders, such a breach acts as a risk to the overall knowledge management of an entity since sensitive and confidential information might be exposed and end up in the wrong hands. ExxonMobil had put in place a knowledge management system that aimed at enhancing its operational efficiency within the energy industry through the identification and transfer of best practices to its personnel (Cohen and Levinthal 2010). In the course of its operations, ExxonMobil uses several systems to ensure that information is stored, retried, and can be used in an effective and efficient manner. These systems act as a strong database for the firm’s knowledge and hence its breach by hackers in one way or the other is very detrimental to the operation and sustainability of the firm. Information System Risks at ExxonMobil In the course of operations in the information technology portal, a business entity constantly faces a number of risks. For instance, the breach of ExxonMobil systems by Chinese hackers posed a security risks on the firm’s knowledge management systems. Such a breach however, possess several risks to a given entity. In this case, the breach by Chinese hackers posed an operational risk to the firm. Fischhoff et al (2014) defined operational risk as an expected loss that might come about as a result of failed procedures, systems, or policies. Hackers usually tamper with the systems that they gain access to affecting their normal operations. If the activities of the hackers are not identified in good time, outcomes that are fatal to the entity in hand might arise (Mischen and Jackson 2008). Given the fact that the hackers had gained access of ExxonMobil since 2008, there is a high likelihood that their activities resulted in operational failures within the entity. The period which ExxonMobil systems were exposed as a result of a security breach by Chinese hackers also exposed the firm to financial risks. According to Liesch (2006), financial risk occurs in an event whereby shareholders stand a chance of losing their investment due to the inadequacy of a given entity’s cash flow to meet its financial obligations. The exposure that the Chinese hackers had on ExxonMobil financial systems increase the likelihood of inefficiencies within the normal operations of the firm. In most cases, this proves difficult for the firm to achieve the set goals and objectives given its recurrent financial status (Seidl 2007). This in turn increases its chances of falling into debt hence resulting in a f
Lever House is a curtain wall skyscraper built in Midtown Manhattan in 1952. It was designed by Gordon Bunshaft and Natalie de Blois, who belonged to Skidmore, Owings and Merrill. The building features an uninterrupted glass curtain with no functional windows, keeping the elements out while providing plenty of natural light. The curtain was made out of tinted glass to resist heat, making Lever House comfortable to be in even with no actual windows. The building towers 307 feet above the street level and includes a public courtyard and, as of the early 2000s, a restaurant. Lever House has been renovated to update its design with modern regulations in mind, and replace its declining components to preserve the original architects’ vision. The design epitomizes the instinct of corporate America to dodge regulations. The 1916 Zoning Declaration stipulated that the buildings had to have step-shaped setbacks in order not to dominate the landscape. Lever House capitalized on the provision that if the building occupied a quarter of its lot or less, the setbacks were not necessary. That is why the sheer vertical slab protrudes out of a much broader base and goes up uninterrupted. Lever House is an exemplary glass tower that captured Midtown Manhattan’s shift from masonry to skyscrapers. It is a perfect example of modern architecture, which inspired many similar buildings across the world. The building was constructed for Lever Brothers, now commonly known as Unilever, an international corporation that manufactures a wide range of products. At the time, its primary interest in America was selling soap, which may be the reason the design of a glass tower was selected. The building featured custom window-cleaning equipment that used Lever Brothers products. The regularly-cleaned glass curtain advertised the quality of the product with the pristine cleanliness of the glass.