Business Policy & Strategic Management

BUSINESS POLICY and STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT Objective: This course in Business Policy and Strategic Management is surrounded to assist the understudies with learning the ideas identified with Business Policies and Strategic Management to see how an effective Business Policies and Strategies are encircled at various degrees of Management for authoritative achievement and smooth working of an association in today’s dynamic condition. I Introduction to Business Policy and Strategic Management: [9%] †Definition, Concept, Objective and Significance The levels at which procedure works †Characteristic of Strategic Management †An Overview: Strategic Management Process †Concept of Strategic Decision Making II Strategy Formulation: [20%] †Understanding Strategic Intent: Vision, Mission, Business Definition, Goals and Objectives †Concepts of Strategic Stretch, Leverage and Fit †Environment Appraisal: Concept and Environmental Sector; PEST Analysis †Or ganizational Appraisal: Concepts and Capability Factors ; Porter’s Value Chain Model †Framework for creating Strategic Advantage SWOT Analysis as a Tool for evaluating Organizational Capabilities and Environment Opportunities †Type of Strategies: Corporate Level (Concept of Grand Strategies) , Business Level and Functional Level. †Guidelines for Crafting Successful Business Strategies III Strategy Analysis and Choice: [22%] †Corporate Level Strategy Analysis: BCG Matrix and GE 9 cell Matrix, †Business Level Strategy Analysis: Life Cycle Analysis, Porter’s Five Forces of Industry Analysis †Concept of Strategic Decision Making. Abstract Factors in Strategic Choice and Process of Strategic Choice IV Strategy Implementation: [18 %] †Interrelation Between Strategy Formulation and Implementation †Aspects of Strategy Implementation †A review of Project, Procedural Implementation, Resource Allocation †Structural Implementation: A diagram of: Structural Consideration, Structure for Strategies. †Behavioral Implementation: An outline of: Leadership, Corporate Culture, Corporate Politics and Use of Power, Personal Values and Business Ethics. Practical/Operational Implementation: A diagram of: Functional Strategies. V Strategy Evaluation and Control : [13%] †An Overview of Strategic Evaluation and Control †Strategic Control and Operational Control †Techniques for Strategic Evaluation and Control †Role of Organizational Systems in Evaluation †Mc Kinsey’s 7s Framework. VI. Cases in Strategic Management: [18%] †Minimum five cases enveloping the above themes to be broke down and talked about in the class. Cases to be joined in Question Paper

Macro and Micro Nutrients

Full scale and Micro Nutrients Sustenance is fundamentally the procedure retaining, devouring and utilizing supplements required for the development of the body, upkeep and advancement of the life (Wikipedia, 2009). Supplements are fundamentally synthetic substances in food sources that endeavor to sustain the body. Numerous supplements in the body can be integrated. Those supplements that can't be integrated in the body are known as the basic supplements that are an absolute necessity to be devoured in the eating routine. These supplements incorporate amino acids which are found in proteins, minerals and proteins and certain unsaturated fats. From the 20 amino corrosive supplements, nine of them are known as the fundamental supplements. In the event that the fundamental or essential supplements are not provided in the amounts that are required, inadequacies issue of sustenance can be the result (SHARMA, 2012). To decide with regards to whether the individual is getting the perfect measure of supplements a specialist generally inspects and gets some information about the eating routine and the dietary patterns, plays out a physical appraisal to look at the organization (the measure of muscle and fat), and the body working. At long last the specialist arranges the research center tests to gauge t he specific substance of tissues and blood. When all is said in done the supplements are isolated into two classes, small scale supplements and large scale supplements. The full scale supplements including fats, sugars, proteins and a few minerals are typically required day by day in enormous amounts. They for the most part make up the majority of flexibly and diet, the vitality and building squares required for the development, movement and support. Miniaturized scale supplements then again are required in little amounts as a rule in milligrams which are determined to be 1000th of the gram, and one millionth of a gram in smaller scale grams. They as a rule incorporate follow minerals and nutrients that catalyze the specific usage of the macronutrients. Other penniless parts of the food arent used or processed to any sort of a calculable degree. The parts for the most part comprise of strands, for example, the gelatin, cellulose and gums. The specialists suggest that twenty grams of fiber ought to be expended each day to impro ve the development and movement in the gastrointestinal tract, standardize the adjustments in cholesterol and glucose that generally happens after suppers, and amplify the end of the malignant growth causing substances that the microscopic organisms in the digestive organ typically delivers. The food added substances including emulsifiers, additives, stabilizers and cancer prevention agents improve the creation, handling bundling and capacity of nourishments. The substances, for example, the flavors, flavors, hues, smells, phytochemicals and numerous other regular items upgrade the taste, appearance, taste and soundness of nourishments. The food in the day by day diet typically incorporates or can contain as much as 100000 substances, out of which around 300 are the supplements, and around 45 are the supplements that are fundamental. Kinds OF NUTRITION Full scale NUTRIENTS The natural full scale supplements are normally the fats, starches and proteins, and they gracefully around 90% of the dry load of the eating regimen and vitality of around 100%. They are typically processed into the digestive tract and afterward they are constantly separated into their center or fundamental units; the glycerol and unsaturated fats from fat, sugars from the starches and the amino acids from the proteins. The vitality content is typically 4 calories in a single gram of starch or protein and 9 calories in a gram of fat. As the principle wellsprings of fats, sugars, vitality, and proteins are generally tradable to a limited extent or extent to their substance of vitality. The admission of vitality differs a great deal from around 1000 to 4000 calories consistently relying upon the sex, age and physical movement (SELFNUTRITIONDATA, 2012). In a perfect world the small kids, inactive ladies, and more seasoned grown-ups need around 1600 calories consistently. Then again more established youngsters, inactive men and grown-up ladies need around 2000 calories consistently. The youngsters and immature young men need around 2400 calories per day. Around 55% of the calories as a rule originate from sugars, 15% originate from protein and around 30% originate from fats. On the off chance that the vitality admission is less or lacking for the bodys needs and necessities, at that point the demonstration of weight reduction becomes possibly the most important factor, and the fat that is put away in the body and the protein to a lesser degree is utilized to flexibly the vitality that is required for ordinary endurance. Complete starvation can as a rule cause demise i n the time of around two months to 12 weeks. The important unsaturated fats add to around 7% of the fat that is devoured in the ordinary eating routine, which is thought of to associate with 8 grams or 3% of the absolute calories, and accordingly are viewed as macronutrients. They normally incorporate linolenic corrosive, linoleic corrosive, eicosapentaenoic corrosive, arachdidonic corrosive and docosahexaenpoic corrosive. The linolenic and the linoleic corrosive are normally found in the vegetable oils, docosahexaeoic and eicosapentaenoic corrosive is vital for the advancement of the cerebrum and is generally found in the fish oils. In the body the arachidonic and docosahexeonic corrosive can be made from the linotenic corrosive notwithstanding the reality the fish oil is an increasingly effective source. Typically the large scale minerals are the phosphorus, calcium, sodium, chloride, magnesium and potassium. These full scale minerals are viewed as full scale supplements since they are required in huge measure of amounts which can associate with 1 to 2 grams every day. water which is likewise a full scale supplement is normally required in the amounts of around 1 milliliter for every calorie of vitality or in the scope of 2500 milliliters per day. Smaller scale NUTRIENTS Nutrients and follow minerals are typically known as the miniaturized scale supplements. The nutrients are normally delegated water solvent, and this incorporates eight individuals from the nutrient B complex and the nutrient C, or fat dissolvable which incorporates the nutrients D, An, E and K (SHARMA, 2012). the basic follow minerals for the most part incorporate the zinc, iron, copper, manganese, molybdenum, iodide, selenium, and fluoride. The entirety of the minerals ordinarily actuate the catalysts required in the digestion aside from the fluoride. Fluoride typically makes a steady compound with calcium, supporting in balancing out the mineral substance of teeth and bones and aiding in forestalling the tooth rot. Follow minerals including chromium, arsenic, cobalt, silicon, nickel and vanadium which may be basic in creature sustenance have not been generally settled as the essentials in human nourishment. All the follow minerals are supposed to be poisonous at the upper or more elevated levels and a few minerals, for example, the nickel, arsenic and chromium have been called attention to as the reasons for malignancy. Sound eating routine and dietary apparatuses A sound eating routine arrangement is basic with the goal for one to have a solid existence. Consequently the right food decisions are basic (Hill) Suppers or nourishments with starch in light of the fact that these nourishments can give you a ton of vitality Eat a great deal of vegetables and natural products consistently. Favored is to eat 5 assortments of foods grown from the ground each day. Eating more fish can be gainful. It is wanted to eat two mixtures of fish each week. Diminish the use of salt in your ordinary. It is wanted to eat close to 6 gram of salt for each day. Limit the use of immersed fat and sugar. Exercise every day and keep your weight solid. Sound weight is fundamental for wellbeing. Drink a great deal of water since it has no reaction. Favored admission of every day water is 6-8 glasses. Breakfast is fundamental and ought not be skipped in light of the fact that it gives all of you the necessary vitality you requirement for the afternoon. Bread, eggs, spread and milk can be a decent wellspring of breakfast. On the off chance that above dietary arrangement is appropriately tailed it will prompt an individual having a sound life and liberated from any sorts of illnesses, physical issues and stress. End In general supplements are a fundamental piece of the life of an individual that are required in every single phase of the life. It is fundamentally the way toward engrossing, devouring and utilizing supplements required for the development of the body, upkeep and improvement of the life. Supplements are essentially che mical substances in food sources that endeavor to support the body. Thusly they should be taken in basic amounts in order to feed the body of the individuals. Both the full scale supplements and miniaturized scale supplements are a basic piece of this supplement procedure. The large scale supplements typically incorporate the fats, sugars and protein, though the full scale supplements for the most part incorporate the nutrients and follow minerals. What the individual or a person has to know is that what is the correct amount for the person in question to devour and with respect to what mix of the fats, proteins, sugars and nutrients are fundamental for them. At the point when the people are very much aware of these things then they can eat a sound eating regimen and as a rule remain solid for their entire life.

8 Books to Read after Seeing CREED

8 Books to Read after Seeing CREED For a pacifist, I love punching a whole lot in books and movies, that is. And since I grew up watching Rocky-franchise reruns, it was inevitable that I would go see Creed. Which you should go see immediately, because it is GREAT. Run, do not walk, to your local theater. (For the record, I saw it with a friend who had never seen a single Rocky movie and she loved it, so do not be afraid if you didnt spend your pre-adolescent summers singing Eye of the Tiger whilst triumphantly jogging up and down your front steps.) via GIPHY Like this, yes. Then, once youve seen it, go to your nearest book emporium and grab yourself some reading material! The Longshot, Katie Kitamura: This was the first book I thought of, and is basically the inspiration for this post. Ive been in love with this book for years. The main character, Cal, is a mixed martial arts fighter who is facing the end of his career. Hes headed to Mexico for an epic rematch, and he and his manager both have serious doubts about the fight. The book takes place over three days, and Kitamura portrays  beautifully both the physical and mental realities of violence, sports, and their intersection. Serenity: A Boxing Memoir, Ralph Wiley: Years of writing for Sports Illustrated and ESPN gave  Ralph Wiley plenty of material for a collection of essays on boxing. Full of  excellent writing on the ring itself, Serenity also delves into the wherefores and whys of the boxing world. What compels someone to put on gloves? What influences a fight, or the rise and fall of an individual fighter? What do you bring to it as an observer? Wiley doesnt shy away from looking at the hard truths of the boxing world, especially  the impact of race. Tigerman, Nick Harkaway:  Creed is about finding a new family when you think youve lost the one you were born with, and so is  Tigerman. And you think you cried at the end of the movie just you wait. Our hero Lester Ferris, a British veteran, is supposed to be quietly retired in a do-nothing post on the island of Mancreu. Hes found some friends, including a young local boy, and dreams of nothing more than continued quiet and the occasional cup of tea. But that is not whats in store for him. Harkaway is a writer who  writes incredible  action sequences, blow by blow and step by step, as well as  deeply emotional material. Its a heartbreaker of a hero-by-necessity story, friends. Santa Olivia, Jacqueline Carey: How about some boxing pseudo-werewolves, eh? Eh?? Because that is what Carey serves up in this first of a duology. Loup Garron is the daughter of a genetically-manipulated  fugitive, and her life is far from easy because of it. (Daddy issues, just like Donnie!)  Her inherited powers set her apart, but shes doing her best to use them for good. When she comes to the attention of the local powers-that-be her life gets that much harder, and when she enters the ring a lot more than her own life is on the line. Thrown, Kerry Howley: I confess that I am more interested in MMA than boxing in general, although they do have many similarities.  And Howley is a woman after my own heart: a philosophy grad student who gets tired of the ivory tower, she becomes part of the support teams of two cage fighters. Over the course of three years she sees them in and out of the ring, and her essays in Thrown chronicle that time, their lives, and her own obsessions with and observations of the lifestyle of the mixed martial artist. And in much the same way that Creed doesnt hesitate to remind us of the gore and muck of the boxing ring, Howley doesnt pull any punches (SORRY NOT SORRY) when it comes to depicting the grisly realities of the octagon. No Good Duke Goes Unpunished, Sarah MacLean: If you loved the relationship between Tessa Thompson and Michael B. Jordan in Creed as much as I did (I give it four out of 5 hearts and really my only objection is that Tessa didnt get enough scenes in the last third of the movie), then you need to pick this one up. Our heroine is living incognito after having fled an unwanted marriage by faking her own death; our hero is the man blamed for her murder, who rules over an underground boxing ring. He mostly solves his problems with his fists, but when she resurfaces in his life he cant exactly punch his way out of it. Mild spoiler: this book contains sexytimes IN A BOXING RING. 2 A.M. at The Cats Pajamas, Marie-Helene Bertino: Speaking of Tessa Thompson, if you were intrigued by the brief glimpse we got of the music scene in Philadelphia (or even just the beautiful portrayal of Philly), add  2. AM. at The Cats Pajamas  to your list. The whole novel revolves around a legendary jazz club that is facing closure, a nine-year-old determined to sing on-stage, and the streets of of Philadelphia. Bonus: this is the right time to read it, as it takes place on Christmas Eve! Muhammad Ali: Through the Eyes of the World, edited by Mark Collings, foreword by Lennox Lewis: No Creed reading list worth its salt should neglect Muhammad Ali, as he was the inspiration for our man Apollo Creed. This book collects fifty interviews with the men and women around and inspired by The Greatest. Whether theyre  from his inner circle like  his  daughter Hana and his trainer Angelo Dundee, or notables like Lennox Lewis, Maya Angelou, James Earl Jones, and BB King, the reminiscences, theories, and thoughts (often opposing) are fascinating. If youre a fan, this book sheds new light; if you know nothing, youll be sucked in by this complicated, ground-breaking mans life before you know it. Bonus: if you prefer to view your interviews rather than read them, theres a documentary version! These  are just the tip of the iceberg; what else is on your sweet science list, folks? Save

Facebook and The Effects on People, Businesses ...

Mark Zuckerberg was in his early twenties when he first launched The Facebook from his dorm room at Harvard University in 2004. Zuckerberg was an extremely bright university student and was able to read and write four different languages. Zuckerberg also had won many previous awards in math, astronomy and physics. Facebook is a relatively new and has certainly made an impact on our lives. Facebook as changed the way young people today communicate. With over 800 million users and available in 70 languages Facebook is one of the fastest growing companies. Could Facebook be indeed taking over our lives? The answer for this question will try to be explored in the first part of this essay. It is certainly clear that Facebook has made an†¦show more content†¦This allows many users to use Facebook almost immediately after a mobile phone has been purchased. Facebook could then decrease the use of consumers calling people. Facebook simply allows users to communicate without texting or calling their friends or family. The modern communication system seems to become completely digital. Facebook could then be argued to have an affect on technology. Consumers will stop using the traditional core features of the mobile phone. However many people will still want to buy a phone. Mobile phone manufact urers will then still be able to make profits. However Facebook could indeed release a mobile phone themselves. Facebook has become so powerful it is now a routine part of our lives Kirkpatrick, 2010.Facebook allows users to become editors, producers and distributors all in one. Kirkpatrick, 2010 also states that its people in today’s world all becoming exhibitionist. To summaries Kirkpatrick, 2010 agrees that Facebook has changed how people communicate, how businesses sell products and even how companies operate. The modern Facebook and its effects on people Facebook is widely used with users reaching over eight hundred thousand. These users could be seeing effects in their social lives. Socially people do communicate through different types of channels. What would happen if the entire world suddenly stopped communicating through mobile phones? This would have a directShow MoreRelatedThe Positives Of Social Media1570 Words   |  7 Pagesso many benefits to using Social Media. As we move along in life people worldwide are beginning to become more reliant on Social Media and different technologies. Social Media is defined as websites and other online applications that enable users or large groups of people to create and share content or to participate in social and professional communications (The World s). People are using Social Media and different technologies to improve communication, share ideas faster, learn new things, checkRead MoreSocial Media And Its Effect On Business1388 Words   |  6 Pagesconclusions. These elements ar e how Facebook revolutionized contemporary marketing approach, the effect on big brands and small businesses, Facebook’s role in a business and all the tools and strategies they offer will be presented, analysis of the businesses who include Facebook as a marketing key in their business. Comparative data will show the competiveness and efficiency between Facebook and Twitter. Facebook contemporary marketing approach is crucial. Today’s technology and business environment areRead MoreTechnology And Society : Impact Of Technology On Society1511 Words   |  7 PagesIntroduction Technology has impacted people, businesses and society as a whole. The roles that technology has played on communication, business and education have been more than impactful. As the power of computers continue to increase with help from databases, social networking and businesses, it adds an increase to office productivity compared to using typewriters, and filing cabinets. Although there are plenty of good things about technology, the way we use it determines if it impacts are positiveRead MoreThe Effects of Globalization in Social Media Essay1170 Words   |  5 Pagesinternational trade, investments, and most important to this generation, informational technology such as: computers, smart phones, the internet, and social media. Usually the word appears when referring to interactions between people of different cultures and nationalities. However with the increase of the use of social media, the need of interpersonal connections becomes less important. Social media has assisted big businesses with customer relations, giving individuals a sense of closeness with companiesRead MoreFacebook s Impact On Society Essay1750 Words   |  7 PagesFacebook transformed society in many ways, including: how people communicate, how they spend their time, how politicians campaign, and how businesses and consumers interact. Facebook is one of the largest social media websites that allows users to communicate, connect, and share with their friends and family. Facebook was launched in 2004 to exclusively Harvard students, but in 2006, it allowed anyone was 13 or above to have an account. Though launched in 2004, Facebook has about 1.7 billion usersRead MoreConcept Paper1098 Words   |  5 Pagesduring this time, gross deomestic product is expected to increase for factors such as manufacturing, construction, and financial intermediation really performs well due to election related processes. With this comes the question of â€Å"what really is the effect of election year on a country’s gross domestic product?†. (http://www.investopedia.com/terms/g/gdp.asp) II.   Research Problems What is the role of election year in a country’s gross domestic product? Does it automatically mean that during electionRead MoreMobile Phones : The First Form Of Communication1565 Words   |  7 Pagesconsidered a feature and not an application, was the first form of communication through applications. IBM Simon, credited with being the first smatphone in 1994, was one of the first phones to have email capability. As hardware technology advanced so could software technology. Although phones were becoming more and more advance they had kept the same basic communication features. It was not until Apple released its first app store for phones in 2008 that applications really took off. It did not takeRead MoreFacebook Is An Online Social Networking1079 Words   |  5 PagesFacebook is an online social networking website founded by Mark Zuckerberg along with his fellow Harvard College roommates Andrew McCollum, Dustin Moskovitz, Eduardo Saverin, and Chris Hughes. The website allows you to create your own wall on which you can share images, personal informat ion, videos etc. Through the site’s messaging feature persons are able to connect with friends, families and many other people around the globe. The success and popularity of the website has attracted over a billionRead MoreThe Digital Revolution Has Impacted Society1724 Words   |  7 Pagesrevolution started. In the 1960s computers started to become popular in a business setting. Technology has sculpted today’s society. There are many ways that the digital revolution has impacted society. Education, businesses, medical sciences, law enforcement, manufacturing, news, children, and many other parts of society have been impacted the digital revolution. Everywhere you look there is new digital technology, ranging from mobile devices to digital speedometers in cars. There are much faster andRead MoreSocial Media And Social Networking1485 Words   |  6 Pagesnetworking has required businesses to quickly adapt to avoid falling behind their competition and their customers . A unique feature of the evolving workplace is that entire corporations are involved, it’s not only the younger generation or only the experienced generation but rather, it affects everyone. This new frontier adds value in many ways including faster service, more direct customer feedback, as well as unifying the workforce. An important piece of research in terms of technology and the generation

The Physics Of Atomic Structure - 963 Words

Lesson 1 1. Increasing current funding for atomic structure would be a fantastic idea which could lead to discoveries beyond our imagination. For instance, in the quantum mechanical model, the fact that it is unable to tell the exact location and speed of the electron and cannot describe the electron as a particle orbiting a fixed path around the nucleus provides evidential support that funding must be placed into this to further our knowledge. This research could potentially result in terminating the use of probability mathematical equations and replacing them with facts. By just looking at the many revised versions of the atomic structure, we are able to see that there is potential in knowing more which could lead to even more†¦show more content†¦Many wait weeks or even months to receive an MRI, thus, making it very difficult to believe that funding needs to go to more research rather than providing more MRI machines to be used. 2. There is a difference in energy between the two lines because the electrons move from higher to lower orbitals. The line within the visible spectrum is an electron that is moving from a 5th orbital to a 2nd and the line within the Ultraviolet area is an electron moving from a 6th orbital to a 2nd, thus meaning that the line within the visible spectrum gives off less energy when releasing light whereas the ultraviolet spectrum gives off more energy. 3. a) b) After reviewing the diagram, you can conclude that the Zr4+ ion exists because in order for the Zr atom to become stable, it gets rid of 4 electrons from the 4d and 5s orbitals. c) The Zr4+ ion is more stable because it outer shell (valance shell) is complete following the octet rule. When this occurs, the atom is less likely to react because it is most stable. Comparing it to the Zr atom, the Zr atom does not have a filled valence shell. Lesson 2 4. NH3 5. a) HCN b) SOC3 -2 S = 6 O = 6 O = 6 O = 6 6 +18 +2 = 26 6. a) NH3 Hybrid orbitals b) HN3 sp3 = sigma bonds (4 bonding) c) Nitrogen has 5 electrons with 4 orbitals and 1 lone pair. The bond is different because Nitrogen has one lone pair and the lone pair results in a more negative pull

A Border Passage Quotes and Reflections Free Essays

A Border Passage-Quotes and Reflections â€Å"And I found myself angry also at her sister, my mother and aunts, their eyes swollen and red, receiving condolences in the rooms for women. Why are you crying now? I thought. What’s the point of that? Why did you do nothing to help her all this time, why didn’t you get her out of that marriage? I thought it was their fault, that they could have done something. We will write a custom essay sample on A Border Passage Quotes and Reflections or any similar topic only for you Order Now If they cared enough they could have done something. That is what I thought then. Now I am less categorical. (Ahmed, 120) -I thought this quote was important because it shows the role of women being secondary to men. Aida was stuck in the unhappy marriage because she was a woman and her father would not have her divorcing. From Ahmed’s view, as a child, she is confused, as most would be, as to why the family she trusts so much would not help Aida but continues to grieve for her. She says she is now â€Å"less categorical†.Does that mean she now realizes there is not much the women could have done because they did not have power? â€Å"For one thing, we all automatically assume that those who write and who put their knowledge down in texts have something more valuable to offer than those who simply live their knowledge and use it to inform their lives. And we assume that those who write and interpret texts in writing—in the Muslim context, the sheikhs and ayatollahs, who are the guardians and perpetuators (perpetrators) of this written version of Islam—must have a better, truer, deeper understanding of Islam that the non-specifically trained Muslim. (Ahmed, 128-129) -Ahmed is pointing out that the ones who study and write about Islam are not necessarily the ones who know it best. This can be applied to all religions and even other ideas. Ahmed got a much better, richer understanding of Islam from the women in her family which was much more accessible because it could be applied to decisions in morality of everyday life. This idea that not just the well educated men know about religion is something that should not be overlooked.In fact we all have something unique to bring to the table on a subject, especially religion and it would be useful for the men to listen to other’s opinions. -â€Å"What I hanker for now is hearing it live, Arabic music but also other non-Western music, particularly Indian, and not only classical instrumental Indian music but other varieties too—table, dance, mawali (ecstatic song), music of presence and community, and of audience and musicians together, and of being here, now, in body, mind, spirit.Not a music to be appreciated silently, intellectually, privately and then discussed in connoisseurs’ murmurs as we file out. † (Ahmed, 153) – This quote really moved me because it made me think of international music compared to familiar music. The best way to enjoy music is to feel it with family and friends around and join in singing and danc ing. And it made me wonder why don’t I do that more often with family? There’s something about it that seems improper but it shouldn’t be. It is getting old fashioned to be able to dance with a boyfriend or girlfriend (unless inappropriately at a club) and it shouldn’t be, why has this changed? I also like this quote because it expresses something that Ahmed originally tried to reject because it wasn’t what was popular but now longed for because it was part of her culture. -â€Å"Colonialism, we have seen, reshapes, often violently, physical territories, social terrains as well as human identities. As the Caribbean novelist George Lamming, put it, ‘the colonial experience is a live experience is the consciousness of these people’. (Looma, 155) -This quotes help us explain Ahmed’s parent’s identities as shaped by Britain. Specifically Ahmed’s father, who keeps his Muslim religion but is totally emerged in the new sciences and technology of the Western world, finds his identity shaped by colonialism. Ahmed now finds it harder to compose an identity with as much of her Cairo roots she would like. She has not received the same amount of knowledge about the language or history that her parents have and she must struggle to find her own identity. How to cite A Border Passage Quotes and Reflections, Papers

Starbucks Turns To Instant Coffee in Troubled Times!

Executive Summary The Starbucks Company was established in 1971 and since then the company has been committed at providing high quality Arabica coffee. The company has been experiencing slump growth due to managerial and technological advances rivals have been making and this forced its former CEO Mr. Howard Schultz to step back and help the company back to its past glory.Advertising We will write a custom report sample on Starbucks Turns To Instant Coffee in Troubled Times! specifically for you for only $16.05 $11/page Learn More To ensure the company succeeded, Mr. Howard Schultz used both the individual and random decision making models analyzing the problems the company is facing to enable it achieve its goals. The company, like any other, faces challenges and thus there is need for management to check on the challenges so that they do not derail the comeback process. To recapture its past market share, the company has introduced a new product by the name VIA which is an instant coffee and has received appreciation from the customers and through which it hopes to attract a higher market pool. Although the introduction of VIA is promising, its main misgivings is that it may saturate the market faster than expected and thus lender the equipments used in its processing useless leading to Starbucks incurring losses. Introduction The Starbucks Coffee Company was established in 1971 and since then the company has been committed to providing ethically sourcing and roasting the highest Arabica quality coffee in the world. Presently, with the franchise business well spread through out the globe, the company serves as a leader in roasting and selling of specialty coffee around the world. From the company website as on January 26 2011, the company expects the earning per share to increase up from 1.44S to 1.47$ which reflects a 15% to 20% growth. The company expects the earning per share in the first quarter of the year 2011 to up by 41% compared to the first quarter of the financial year 2010 and in return, this prompted the Board of Directors to declare a 0.13$ dividend per every share owned. For the report released on January 2nd 2011 after the 2 year restructuring program, the total revenues for the company increased by 8% while comparable store sales increased by 7% and these were driven by a 5% increase in traffic and a 2% increase in average stock. The Christmas Blend and Starbucks Christmas VIA were well appreciated by the customers and this led to the recording of the high results. If the company continues with the present momentum, the earning per share might increase by 15 to 20% compared to last year results. Decision Making Model By Howard Schultz stepping down in the year 2000, he used the individual decision making model whereby on his view that the company was performing well, he stepped down and let others run the business but seven years later the Starbucks company was not that promising and thus h e took it upon his responsibility to return as the CEO of the Starbucks company so that he could be able to lead it to its former glory before all was lost.Advertising Looking for report on business economics? Let's see if we can help you! Get your first paper with 15% OFF Learn More On his return, he used the rationale model due to the given facts; he generated the necessary solutions which he only was sure he could implement (Oliveira 2007). Since his return to the helm of the company, Mr. Schultz noticed that the company had adopted advanced technologies for grinding, he reintroduced the VIA previously known as Jaws which was a form of an instant coffee. He also had to accelerate the store closure programs in the United States of America in order to correct the over expansion program which prompted his return to the helm. He also intends to introduce discounts. He has also worked on improving the smell in stores by changing the cheese which was used in making break fast sandwiches (The Economist 2009). Challenges Any company no matter how successful it might seem, faces quite a number of challenges and thus Starbucks is not an exception. Among the major challenges facing the company is its competitors in the market. With there being numerous coffee shops all over the world, for example Nestle and McDonalds, it is necessary for the company to keep watch and be aware of what the rivals are doing. Another challenge was brought about by the store closures. The reasons for closures were cited to be the weak economy in which the USA and the world as a whole were going through. This tarnished the Starbucks brand name as a company for the people as thousands of people who have been employed in these stores lost their jobs. The quality of Starbucks coffee has been another major challenge in particular the espresso coffee now made by using the automatic push button machines. The quality decline has placed competition from McDonald and the others very st iff. Another challenge likely to face the Starbucks hotel is the increase in costs due to the increased prices of coffee world wide. The rising prices of coffee, beef and other ingredients also remain quite a challenge in increasing the costs which the company will accrue and thus looking for alternative source of raw materials will be an option (Baertlein 2011). Porter’s Five Forces Model to Outline the Competitive Environment The competitive environment of Starbucks Company revolves around the five porter forces as there is competitive rivalry between Starbucks and other companies, such as, McDonalds and Nestle. These firms have been a threat to Starbucks Company for quite a lengthy period. The problem about new market entrants is not that major since Starbucks is already a market leader and with it being a household name, new market entrants may offer little if any challenge. The bargaining power of buyers which forms the other aspect of the competitive environment is not a major challenge as the company has been offering its products at discounted prices in order to secure a higher market share.Advertising We will write a custom report sample on Starbucks Turns To Instant Coffee in Troubled Times! specifically for you for only $16.05 $11/page Learn More The power of suppliers is another major factor and it is quite a challenge since with the expected rise in prices, the company expects that the costs of production will increase and this may lead to the company offering the coffee at a higher price in order to meet its basic production costs. The threat of substitute goods is not that major since tea the major substitute has been in existence with coffee for quite a long time and the consumers are likely to change as long as their demand and utility are fully satisfied. The porter’s competitive strategies that Starbucks applies are the differentiation strategy. The company offers unique product that are widely val ued by customers. The speed at which the company has recovered under Mr. Schultz has been remarkable due to the changes he initiated in the world of brand marketing. The company has managed one of the world’s old products through the art of differentiation and this has led to a lasting value known brand. Starbucks’ Entry into the Instant Coffee Market In Terms Of the Different Business Orientations If a company turns out to be market oriented, it organizes its activities products and services to revolve around the needs of its customers. Starbucks Company uses this market orientation dimension in order to reach its always diverse market pool. However, the entry of instant coffee market is a product orientation which means that the company is developing the instant coffee based on what is good at making or doing rather than what the customer needs. The Americans are not known instant coffee lovers and with the costs of living rising everyday, many might prefer buying co ffee and going at home to make for their own rather than incurring the extra cost. The risks associated with product orientation are that a change of taste or poor reception by the target consumers can lead to Starbucks making losses due to the limited uses, the new equipments might be rendered useless. The other problem is price sensitivity, whereby if the company offers the instant coffee at a higher price than what the consumers are willing to purchase, it might lead to the company making losses due to the fact that low sales might lead to idle resources and thus wasting of resources. VIA Different From Similar Products Offered By Other Competitors and Its Protection The Starbucks VIA is a 100% natural roasted coffee in an instant form that it is like a fresh- brewed cup of Starbucks. It is not your ordinary instant coffee, it is full bodied and flavourful. It is made with the highest quality Arabica seeds and it is grinded in a way that it preserves all the natural oil and flavo ur. To protect it, the company has become a U.S patent pending micro grind technology that preserves the coffee taste and quality (Strabucks Coffee Company 2011). Will VIA give Starbucks a competitive advantage and help its recovery? Explain The VIA product will offer a competitive advantage over its rivals in the short run since the customers might buy the instant coffee from the Starbucks in volumes and never walk back to Starbucks again to buy VIA.Advertising Looking for report on business economics? Let's see if we can help you! Get your first paper with 15% OFF Learn More They will only be back just to buy those products which cannot be recreated at home but the company risks wasting resources and time involving itself in unnecessary campaigns to re-brand instant coffee when it should have all hands on decks for the falling brand name. VIA will only raise the sales in the short run but the company needs to focus to inward developments for long term success. Conclusion By introducing the VIA product, Starbucks Company hopes to reach its already lost market share and increase its sales in order to achieve the much needed growth for the company. Reference List Baertlein, L. 2011. Starbucks Sees Higher 2011 Coffee Costs. Web. Oliveira, A. 2007. Decision-Making Theories and Models: Electronic Journal of Business Ethics and Organization Studies. Web. Starbucks Coffee Company. 2011. Starbucks VIA(R) Taste Promise Launches in the U.S. and Reinforces Taste, Quality and Customer Satisfaction. Web. The Economist. 2009. Starbucks: Just Add Water. Web. This report on Starbucks Turns To Instant Coffee in Troubled Times! was written and submitted by user Ricardo Strickland to help you with your own studies. You are free to use it for research and reference purposes in order to write your own paper; however, you must cite it accordingly. You can donate your paper here.