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Executive summary The purpose of this project is to evaluate the application of the outsourcing strategy at ADNOC Distribution service stations. The paper focuses on the maintenance function within the service stations. The research paper reviews the most important aspects associated with the outsourcing strategy concerning the maintenance function. This goal is achieved by evaluating the advantages and disadvantages that organizations encounter in implementing the outsourcing strategy. The first part of the paper outlines background information relating to the ADNOC Distribution, a statement of the issue facing the organization in implementing the outsourcing strategy, scope, rationale, objectives, and limitation of the study. The second section involves a comprehensive literature review outlining the benefits and risks encountered in the course of implementing the outsourcing strategy. Moreover, a review of the methodology that organizations can adopt in implementing the outsourcing strategy is conducted. The methodology used in conducting the study is evaluated in the third section. The fourth section entails a case study analysis of how ADNOC Distribution has implemented the outsourcing strategy. Finally, a conclusion and some recommendations regarding the firm’s outsourcing strategy are made. Introduction Background Abu Dhabi National Oil Company [ADNOC] Distribution was established in 1973 in the United Arab Emirates’ oil and gas industry. The corporation operates as a government-owned entity and it has a diversified product portfolio, which is comprised of crude oil and oil products such as petrochemicals and natural gas. The firm has attained significant market recognition due to its effective national and international marketing activities. ADNOC Distribution has also derived market recognition due to its focus on providing customers with high-quality petroleum products. Additionally, the firm has invested extensively in product distribution, hence becoming one of the largest and most innovative oil and gas firms in the Gulf region. ADNOC Distribution operations are comprised of several business units. Its effective distribution has greatly improved the level of reliability of its products. Furthermore, the firm’s market success arises from the investment in developing a diverse workforce ( ADNOC 2015). Currently, the firm has a human
The brain is an essential organ of the central nervous system (CNS) that is equipped with specially designed neuronal circuits to execute complex mental challenges. Its role is central in maintaining the cognitive skills which are essential for societal interactions. It is well known that brain’s vitality is always connected with the ability to think, analyze or judge and retain memory. This might depend on the nature of feelings perceived by the individuals. In certain cases, these feelings might get altered or turn uncomfortable resulting in a condition known as cognitive dissonance. This arises when individuals hold two contradictory ideas at the same moment and develop a stressful mental state. However, there are ways to overcome this psychological disturbance and therefore there is a need to cite some examples. In workplaces, it is obvious that some bosses are stringent and tend to speak in a humiliated manner. In such cases, it is a matter of self-esteem to focus. For job holders maintaining self-esteem is a great task in an atmosphere that is filled with embarrassments and discouragements or biases. Those falling victims to such uncertain conditions may be subjected to cognitive dissonance. Wood et al. (1994) described that people with low self-esteem (LSE) seem to focus on self-protection than trying to achieve gains for their self-esteem, they try to avoid losses. Therefore it may indicate that people with low self-esteem are reducing the situations that might predispose them to an uncomfortable feeling. Here, I would like to add that when I was working under my stringent boss I always tried to protect my self-esteem by evaluating my work, thinking positively, and expressing my words clearly. The result is that there were no esteem-threatening situations. Thus, it made to experience a pleasant feeling in contrast to my initial days when I faced severe mental stress. So, although I had clarity problems that affected my esteem and mental calmness, I was positive enough due to fact that I could evaluate myself and correct. It was reported that people with low self-esteem (LSE) are characterized by less clarity or certainty than those with high-self-esteem (HSE) people. It may indicate that low self-esteem (LSE) need to evaluate their knowledge components of the self (Campbell,1990) Further, in some cases, there is a need to think about the best choice between high self-esteem (HSEs) and low self-esteem Ss (LSEs). I used to think about switching to high self-esteem (HSE) to prevent any chances of negative feelings or situations in my work atmosphere. Previous workers described that that high self-esteem Ss (HSEs) would reduce an esteem-threatening decision less than low self-esteem Ss (LSEs), because HSEs presumably had more favorable self-concepts with which to affirm, and thus repair, their overall sense of self-integrity. (Steele et al.1993) These workers conducted experiments within the “free-choice” dissonance paradigm–one that manipulated self-esteem through personality feedba
Experimental psychology is an integral part of the activities that take place in the stock market. For instance, one of the core assumptions of this type of psychology is that people have a general tendency of overreacting to news events that are dramatic and unexpected. Even in ordinary situations, this assumption seems to be very true. Hence, Bayes’ rule can assist the stock market analysts to study market efficiencies. On the other hand, perhaps it is vital to explore whether overreaction to dramatic events can interfere with the pricing of securities in the stock market. The main challenge of the overreaction hypothesis is that it does not have a common standing point. The qualitative study carried out by CRSP indicates that the overreaction hypothesis can indeed influence the movement of stock prices. After analyzing the monthly returns data from CRSP, it was found out that the stability and even the pricing of securities at the stock market is largely affected when people overreact to unanticipated events. Nonetheless, it is indeed necessary to investigate whether there are other significant market factors that may be instrumental in the pricing of stocks (De Bondt and Thaler 796). If this hypothesis is taken to be substantial in the stock market, then the degree of its influence should also be investigated. It may not be justified to ignore the level of influence because it may be a very small factor in the overall pricing stability of stock prices. Works Cited De Bondt, Werner and Richard, Thaler. “Does the Stock Market Overreact?” The Journal of Finance 40. 3 (1985): 793-804. Print.
Topic Introduction: Employee Empowerment In this research proposal, the topic of employee empowerment (EE), its methods, and their comparative effectiveness are suggested. EE is being actively studied nowadays by researchers in the fields of psychology and management. It could be explained by the fact that EE has been a popular human resource (HR) management strategy in the past couple of decades. This fact, in turn, is a logical consequence of the positive impact that EE has on a number of job-related parameters, including job satisfaction and performance (Maynard, Luciano, D’Innocenzo, Mathieu & Dean, 2014). Therefore, the topic is currently important and practically applicable. Approaches to empowerment include three general directions. Psychological empowerment is focused on the employees’ experiences, and an example of a method of this kind is training and learning opportunities that increase the employees’ self-esteem and self-efficacy. Leadership empowerment dwells on the leader’s actions that empower, for example, encouragement of participation in discussions. Discretion methods are focused on the structures and policies that enable empowerment, for example, decentralization (Fock, Hui, Au & Bond, 2012). Naturally, these approaches can be and usually are combined as they produce unique blends of empowering practices (Dewettinck & van Ameijde, 2011). The results of EE methods can vary, for example, depending on a culture’s level of power distance (Fock et al., 2012). As a result, the aim of describing varied methods of EE and their effectiveness appears to be an appropriate research topic. Previous and Future Research Some of the research questions are general ones and are going to set the background for the research. They include the definition of EE and a description of its impacts (which should explain the popularity of the notion in the modern HR environment). The major question can be set as follows: what are the most popular trends in EE nowadays? Apart from that, attempts at defining their relative effectiveness will be made. It can be achieved with the help of the existing research or by determining the impressions of CEOs and HR managers. In general, the ideas of managers concerning various EE methods are of interest for this research since they are capable of providing insights concerning the non-measurable impacts of EE, which appear to be most significant. The selected topic appears to fit the humanistic school of thought. In particular, the following features of the humanistic approach seem to be of importance: the focus on free will and self-actualization as well as the holistic view of the person and the idea of learning responsibility (Arnaud & Wasieleski, 2013). All of these aspects have obviously had an influence on modern HR management practices, including EE. Research Questions Since the 1980s, it has been argued that the humanistic approach has lost its influence, but its traces are evident in modern psychology (DeRobertis, 2013, pp. 421-427). Apart from that, it has had a great impact
Abstract China’s swift rise in economic and political supremacy is considered among the most significant changes of the past three decades. The paper examines three research papers on China’s rise to political and economic dominance. The paper also scrutinizes research questions in each of the articles and establishes their validity. The paper also explores role, limitation and interpretation of hypothesis testing in quantitative and qualitative research. Analysis from all the three research papers shows that China’s spiral growth and influence will continue and even surpass the United States. However, this will depend on China’s ability to manage both domestic and international challenges. Introduction Rapid rise in china’s political and economic strength in the last three decades has created applause and uproar at the same time. The country’s vast population and territory had made it a potential powerhouse for centuries. However, China’s potential was not realised until the 1980s when they embarked on an ambitious program aimed at revitalizing its economy. While a section of the world has praised China for its rise in the global arena, others have grown sceptical of its methodologies of attaining global rise. In particular, the United States has been sceptical of china’s financial techniques utilized to manipulate the market (Altbach & Wang, 2012). It is quite evident that China has been utilizing currency manipulation techniques to keep its economy afloat. This paper will utilize both qualitative and quantitative analysis to identify possible dangers of the fall of Chinese economy to the world. Moreover, the paper will explore the effects of China’s rise on the U.S. (Chellaney, 2012). Literature Review and Analysis China’s past tremendous growth is currently facing huge upheavals as it tries to balance its economy. On the other hand, its economic turmoil is also affecting the global economy because of its large share in international market. In addi
Introduction The report defines what data warehousing is and explains in details the importance of data warehousing in an organization. It also describes the SAP warehousing solution considering it as an example of ERP its structure and how it executes its function. Further more the report gives examples of companies which have implemented this solution to enhance their productivity and growth. Finally, a conclusion is drawn. Data Warehousing Data warehousing is a consolidated view or an approach to electronic data storage in an organization. Data warehousing basically consists of electronic data management by way of storage, retrieval and distribution. In this process, the optimized data for reporting and analysis is filed in an electronic system. The stored is aggregated and summarized so as to facilitate easy management and retrieval of the same. Benefits of Data Warehousing Data warehousing is very advantageous to an organization. First and foremost, it enables the organization to safely gather and store the information in a safe place (Khan, 2005, 44). The warehoused data comes in handy incase other records are destroyed e.g. in case other storage facilities are destroyed say by fire. The second benefit accruing from data warehousing is enhanced access to data and information (Kelly, 1996, p.65). Data warehouses have better end user access to the business information because the storage facility is optimized to facilitate easy access. In the modern competitive corporate world, ability to easily access, retrieve and analyze information is vital to the survival of a company and its overall success (Kelly, 1996, p.69). Another benefit associated with the data warehousing is the ease in creation of reports (Khan, 2005, 23). With the use of the data warehousing technology, companies can easily create reports of all kind, for example sales reports. Due to availability of well summarized segmented historical data that can easily be accessed, it is easy for managers, e.g. sales manager, to create sales reports and forecasts showing trends and variations over time. These reports are important because they aid in day to day decision making in the company (Kelly, 1996, p.78). Data warehousing allows for fast retrieval of data without incurring the costs of slowing down the operations of the system, hence improving productivity. SAP’s Data warehousing solution The SAP solution follows a simple design process of executing its functions. The design is composed of a continuous flow of data in a warehousing environment (Roze, 2002, p.116). This warehousing solution is based on the principle of three layer structure. The design and the language in use by the SAP is Application Link Enabling and Business Application Programming Interface which is used to link SAP solution systems and non- SAP platforms (Roze, 2002, p.118). It is this platform that facilitates a SAP system to link with other systems pr
Introduction The main reason for packaging is to protect and contain the commodity among others such as selling and control functions. Sustainability is a key aspect of any product and when it comes to the specific goal of packaging, it is highly necessary. When a product is manufactured, a lot of things have to be considered(Yams, 2009, p.104). This, therefore, means it is from the very beginning when the product is just raw material to the point where it has to be disposed of after the consumer is finished with it. Here comes the matter of sustainability in packaging which is very important, especially for pharmaceutical, nutritional and health care companies. Sustainable packaging comes hand in hand with the rapid rate of globalization which is completely changing the business environment. With sustainable packaging, it is possible to use all the resources effectively instead of having them thrown away to waste. The reduction of the amount of waste in packaging is, therefore, a great opportunity. Many possible options are actually in use like the films and wraps that keep the packaging compact and also sustainable when the material used is right. The aim is usually to have environmentally friendly packaging as well as serve the purpose of packaging it was designed for. Packaging is a unique way of providing the necessary product in such a way that it will last longer or in other words sustain. The main objective is nothing other than to refrain from wasting precious resources and to manage them and use them effectively and efficiently (ITW Packaging Solutions, n.d.). The simple motto “do more with less” will be the best way to describe sustainability. That means to use the resources stringently but to do as much as possible with them. Research has indicated that minimal alterations in the packaging operations lead to overwhelming benefits in the bottom line. When they get that right, then sustainability will no longer be an issue at all. It is not necessary that we consider sustainability for the sake of other animals and plants and also the earth(US Environmental Protection Agency, 2004, p.1). The simple way to consider it would be by thinking of our future. The changing world comes in handy with a package of negative impacts on the environment especially the natural ecosystems. Without sustainability in packaging, a lot of resources and food, and other such things go to waste and thus posing a threat to all our lives (Landor, n.d.). This is a simple reason for us to seriously think about packaging and the sustainability it offers. It is because of this that the green revolution has spotted packaging as one of its major point
The most cost-effective Tablet Pc will be launched in Turkey in the near future. Tablet PC is a computing device that has a cheap price tag. However, it is loaded with unique features that are similar to other computing devices. Jones asserts that: Tablet Pc has the following advantages: it offers various learning styles; it has unique potentialities; and it can unite existing and accessible data in one device. Tablet Pc has faster internet connection/ access (Wi-Fi or GPRS). Tablet Pc is loaded with blogging, Facebook, Web, Twitter and e-mail services. (Jones 6) Specifications of Tablet Pc Tablet Pc has “a processor of 366 MH and uses a HD video processor or media and graphic accelerator, memory RAM of 256 MB LP-DDR2, secondary memory of 2 GB internal flash, physical storage (HDD) that is flexible to 32 GB” (Kennewell 20). Besides, it has an “operating system of 2.2 Google Android with seven-inch touch resistive screen 480 × 800 resolutions, and uses a 2 USB port and 3-5mm Headphone jack” (Rutenbeck 78). Tablet Pc utilizes 2100mAh Polymer-Lithium battery with a backup that can operate for at least three hours. The product has one year warranty. Furthermore, the tablet operates with GPRS and Wi-Fi EEE 802.11a/b/g SIM Cellular Modem for its internet access. The device has 350 gram Mass and has various formats such as MPEG2, DOC, MP3, XLS, DOCX, JPG AAC, PPT, AVI, XLS, ODP, PPTX, AC3, MPEG2, PPT, WAV, XLSX, FLV BMP, and AVI. Tablet Pc uses web standard of JavaScript 1.8 compliant and ‘Xhtml. 1.1’ complaint. According to Kennewell “Tablet PC is installed with the following Apps: “Browser, Ar Xiv Droid, Advanced task manager, Calendar, Clock, Email, FDriod, Jorte, Music, OL file manager, quickPIC, Settings, Speech recorder, Ubimails, units, Wi-Fi configuration editor, Aldiko premium, APG, ASTRO, Calculator, Camera, Contacts, Dev tools, facebook, Gallery, Messaging, Notepad, Phone, Search, Spare parts, Terminal emulator, Ubisurfer, and VuDroid” (Kennewell 25). Reliability of Tablet Pc “Tablet PC is the cheapest computer device in the world that is created for people, especially for students. Tablet PC is a web wireless access technology driven by Android 2.2, accelerated graphics, and embedded CPU with HD video and manifold of 7 touch screens” (Thompson, Strickland & Gamble 38). Unfortunately, rich customers are the only capable people who can own most digital devises; ordinary people are not capable to afford technological devices. T
Introduction The Ming Dynasty was a superpower kingdom in China that ruled from 1368 to 1644 (Brook, 2010). The dynasty transformed China greatly for the 276 years that characterized its reign. It took control over china after the collapse of the Yuan Dynasty that was governed by Mongols. Historians describe Ming as one of the greatest dynasties in the history of China because of its good leadership that created an orderly and social society (Brook, 2010). The dynasty was the last one that was governed by the Han Chinese ethnic group. Their rule ended after its decline ad collapse during the reign of Emperor Shenzong. He implemented several policies that worked against the empire. The policies worked in favor of their enemies. The fall of the empire was mainly caused by rampant corruption in the dynasty’s courts and the bad rule of the eunuchs (Brook, 2010). Bad leadership and natural calamities were major causes of poverty and hardship among the people. The people were so fed up with living in hardship that they started rebelling against the emperor. One of the leaders who served in the rebel army led the people to revolt against the emperor Weizong. In 1644, Li Zicheng captured Xian and put it under his rule. Reasons for the collapse of the Ming Dynasty Many factors contributed to the collapse of the Ming Dynasty. Reasons for the collapse of the Ming Dynasty include rampant corruption and misappropriation of funds, influence of the eunuchs, economic breakdown due to scarcity of silver, natural disasters, rise of the Manchus, and rebellion by peasants (Erey, 1993). The effects and influence of these factors culminated into the collapse of the Ming Dynasty. Bad reign of the Wanli emperor The Wang Empire was severely affected by the Imjin War that it waged against the Japanese. The war drained most of the finances that the dynasty had amassed over t