Category: Business and Management

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In this activity, you will discuss the future of air cargo operations. Review Chapter 12 in your textbook and select one of the views of the future outlined by the authors. Using this information as a starting point, research your chosen subject to discuss. Describe the current state, how the experts/literature thinks the future will look, and any possible barriers.
Your initial post should be several paragraphs in length and include references. Make sure also to include some peer-reviewed journal references to support your comments. Current (last 3-5 years) peer-reviewed journals provide insight into where the current research on your subject is and where it is heading.

1.)The Purchasing / Materials Department have not been doing their job.  Inventory levels have not been managed.  Assembly outages have caused the group to just order “large quantities” of raw materials to make sure the build is not disrupted. There appears to be a major opportunity for cost saving by reducing our inventory and using our EOQ Model we introduced last week.
Calculate the annual demand for each component of Model A and Model C
Calculate the EOQ for each component of Model A and Model C
Different from last week, use the cost for the Legos … 1 x 1 piece = $0.12
Adjust inventory levels as compared to current on-hand quantities of each component
Calculate inventory costs saving based on your EOQ calculation
Deliverable for this Section:
Summary demand for Model A and Model C of annual demand
Table showing your EOQ calculations for each Lego component of Model A and Model C
Table showing savings … comparing current inventory with proposed (EOQ calculated inventory). Note there are at least three areas of savings: material savings, holding savings, and ordering savings.
2.) Time to do some investigating and research.  Devise a plan how we can work with our Lego supplier(s) to improve quality, delivery, innovation, and / or service.  
Deliverable for this Section:
One page (detailed plan) on Supplier Development / Supplier Certification.
*Information needed is attached

Market research stands as a
cornerstone for marketers, offering indispensable insights into the intricate
dynamics of consumer behavior, preferences, and sentiments. In her analysis,
Linda Pophal (2021) underscores the pivotal role of market research platforms,
especially in the digital sphere, where instantaneous communication and
consumer feedback proliferate (p. 20). Unlike the conventional methods that
often necessitated weeks or even months to yield insights, programmatic
research empowers marketers with real-time data analytics, drawing from an
expansive pool of digital interactions (Pophal, 2021, p. 20).
Furthermore,
while traditional research approaches predominantly focused on gauging consumer
awareness, perceptions, and opinions, digital analysis platforms offer a deeper
dive into consumer actions, furnishing marketers with nuanced insights into
specific audience segments (Pophal, 2021, p. 20). This paradigm shift enables
marketers to transcend conjecture and directly assess consumer behavior,
thereby enhancing the efficacy of marketing communication and customer
relationship management initiatives.
The
emergence of programmatic market research platforms, as highlighted by Pophal
(2021), extends marketers access to a treasure trove of data, pivotal for
strategic decision-making, particularly in the realm of digital advertising (p.
22). As the digital advertising landscape burgeons, understanding consumer
behavior and preferences becomes paramount for marketers seeking to optimize
their advertising placements (Pophal, 2021, p. 22).
Nevertheless,
despite the myriad benefits of programmatic platforms, marketers must remain
cognizant of their inherent limitations. While these platforms offer real-time
insights, concerns persist regarding their propensity for narrow focus and the
potential for skewed results (Pophal, 2021, p. 23). Hence, traditional market
research methodologies retain their relevance, furnishing marketers with a
holistic understanding of consumer behavior and trends, thereby facilitating
informed decision-making across diverse marketing channels.
In
summation, market research assumes a pivotal role in enabling marketers to
decipher consumer behavior and preferences, particularly in the digital era. By
amalgamating insights gleaned from programmatic platforms with traditional
research methodologies, marketers can glean invaluable insights to inform their
marketing strategies and augment their customer relationship management
endeavors.

In an era of rapid technological advancements, shifting demographics, and global interconnectedness, the future of societies is a topic of significant importance. This assignment aims to explore the potential challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for societies as they navigate through various social, economic, and environmental transformations. By analysing key factors and trends, we can gain insight into the possible trajectories societies may take and the implications they might have on individuals, communities, and nations. To that effect you are to discuss two topics in an esay no longer than 1,500 words.
1. Social Dynamics and Inequality:
a. How will societal attitudes and perceptions towards gender, race, and sexuality evolve, and what impact will this have on social cohesion and inclusivity?
b. What are the potential consequences of widening income inequality, and how can societies address this issue while ensuring fairness and social justice?
2. Demographic Shifts:
a. How will aging populations and declining birth rates affect social structures, healthcare systems, and intergenerational dynamics in societies?
b. What are the challenges and opportunities associated with increasing urbanisation, migration, and cultural diversity in societies?
About the essay:
The essay should be well-structured with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion.
Support your arguments with evidence, examples and references.
Demonstrate critical thinking by exploring potential counterarguments or alternative viewpoints.
The essay should be between 1,200 and 1,500 words.
Recommended sources:
Harari, Y. N. (2019). Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind. Random House UK. (Original work published 2011)
Harari, Y. N. (2015). Homo Deus: A Brief History of Tomorrow. Harper Perennial.
Harari, Y. N. (2018). 21 Lessons For The 21St Century. Jonathan Cape.
Enriquez, J., & Gullans, S. (2016). Evolving ourselves : redesigning the future of humanity–one gene at a time. Current.
Priestley, T., & Williams, B. (2021). The Future Starts Now. Bloomsbury Publishing.
A good assignment will have:
Good links to concepts visited during the course (very important!)
Good quality of research and analysis
Clarity and coherence
Engagement with the reader
Reflective content and insights
Conduct comprehensive research on your chosen topic. Utilise authoritative sources, and make sure to cite all references properly.
To get a grade in the B range you should
Submit your work on time and in the right format
Answer the questions asked
Have a clear introduction and conclusion
Avoid digression, irrelevancy, and waffle
Include all the most important points
Organize your answers clearly and logically
Support generalizations with specific evidence
Show you have done and understood the relevant required reading
Show that you have paid attention in class and on field trips
Use precise language
Use correct grammar, syntax, spelling, punctuation
Present your work attractively
To get a grade in the A range, you should also
Show evidence of further reading or other research
Show originality of thought or unusual depth of insight
Surprise or inform me
Write with elegance and flair
You will get a grade in the C/D/F range if you:
Don’t do everything required to get a B
Use generic AI to write your assignment (yes, I can tell!)
Copy or plagiarise

For this assessment, you will create a paper for a 15-20 slide PowerPoint presentation for a virtual conference on strategic digital transformation.
Throughout this course, you have been building competence in your role as a scholar-practitioner. You conceived of an article for a highly regarded publication and planned a study based on a business problem. For this assessment, you will demonstrate your expertise in high performance leadership by creating a presentation for a virtual conference related to leading digital transformation. Presenting at conferences, to professional societies, and to industry experts is one way to grow your brand in the field of doctoral business scholar-practitioners. Use this opportunity to hone your presentation skills for your future benefit.
You have been invited to give a presentation at the upcoming virtual Harvard Business Review summit on leading digital transformation. Attending the summit will be Harvard Business Review staff, university academics, business leaders, research organizations, and grantors. The goal of your presentation is to cover the fundamentals of high performance leadership in a digital transformation environment and the implications of high performance leadership, building high-performing teams, leadership practices for leveraging diversity, and leveraging diversity for stronger teams and organizations. The summit organizer asked that you highlight the importance of high performance leadership in building, leading, and sustaining an innovative organization.
To prepare for the assessment, read Crush Your Next Virtual Presentation.
Develop a paper for a  15–20 slide PowerPoint presentation with speaker’s notes, in which you address the following, this will create the foundation for your next assessment:
The high performance leadership fundamentals of driving digital change.
Best practices for developing high performance leaders.
Overview of inclusive leadership practices for leveraging diversity within teams and organizations.
The importance of coaching for high performance in building, leading, and sustaining an innovative organization.
As recommended in the HBR article, incorporate at least two tech features to engage with audience members, which may include polling, an animated GIF, 3D models, embedded video, chart animations, motion paths, or vector graphics. Be innovative and have some fun as you work to demonstrate how you can enhance your PowerPoint presentation to engage audience members and convey your message effectively.
Your professional presentation should include a few short bullet points on each slide, which you then will elaborate on in your speaker’s notes. Add supporting graphics judiciously. Your notes should contain at least 100 words per paragraph/ per slide and include APA citations for any resources used. Include a reference notes/slide at the end of your presentation.

I am applying to study MBA starting next
winter(Jan 2025) in B.C Canada. I would be an international student. I graduated in 2015 with a Bachelors in Business Management from Nigeria and after that, I worked in a Bank in the Operations department for 5 years. I quit the bank in 2020 and has been working at my Husband’s Pharmaceutical company in Nigeria as a Manager. My interest in the MBA is to garner more experience and knowledge in supply chain, logistics and advanced marketing experience. This would well equip me in my husbands organisation by making the company more sustainable, competitive and profitable.

Conduct a case study on business ethics in the case of Hershey’s use of palm oil in its chocolate products, and consider which ethical theories you want to use based on the possibilities provided in the presentation of the findings prompts. 
I have already finished the stakeholder analysis and case description, which will be included in the final case study and don’t need further editing/rewriting. The primary sources for the research can be found in the Case Description document.

Attached is the instructions for the assessment.
All professors do not want any grammatical correctors because it will show up as A.I.

For this assignment, you will submit an essay on the effect the adoption of IFRS 
has had, 
and will continue to have, on tax planning strategy. While reporting under IFRS will not be
required until 2015 or 2016, we are already beginning to see changes in the tax industry,
particularly when considering planning for the future. The purpose of this assignment is for you
to consider how and to what extent the adoption of IFRS in the United States will affect current
tax planning strategy, both in the short-term and the long-term.
INSTRUCTIONS
The essay should be written in APA (current edition) format and be submitted in the form of a
Microsoft Word document, labeled as follows: lastname_essay2.doc. The body of this essay
must be 2–3 pages (double-spaced) in length, not counting the title page and reference page. A
minimum of 6 scholarly research sources must be cited in the essay.
If you are not familiar with IFRS, begin by watching the presentation provided in the Learn
section. This presentation presents a basic introduction to IFRS, which you can use as a
springboard for deeper research. As this is an essay, and not a comprehensive research project,
limit your analysis to three or four standards and/or strategies that will be affected by the
adoption of IFRS. Cite at least two separate research sources per issue analyzed.
Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.
The 3 standards I want discuss is the differences between the reported financial statements and the tax-based financial statements, deferred taxes, and changes to internal accounting processes.