Is there a business rationale for such a strategy?
During the early days of the Internet, most dot-coms were driven by revenues rather than profits. A large number were even driven by hits to their site rather than revenues. This all changed in early 2000, however, when the prices of unprofitable dot-com stocks plummeted on Wall Street. Most analysts have attributed this to a return to rationality, with investors focusing once again on fundamentals like earnings growth.Does this mean that, during the 1990s, dot-coms that focused on hits rather than revenues or profits had bad business plans? Explain. (Chapter13- Problem 14)2. During the dot-com era, mergers among some brokerage houses resulted in the acquiring firm paying a premium on the order of $100 for each of the acquired firms customers.Is there a business rationale for such a strategy?Do you think these circumstances are met in the brokerage business? Explain. (Chapter 13- Problem 17)Need at least two paragraphs for each, with analysis and reasoning, and bringing up an example for your claim, with references (at least one), and in-text citations.
According to the article listed above, what were the most important strategic moves that propelled Netflixs successful international expansion?
Purpose?This assignment is intended to give you an opportunity to strengthen your skills in gathering and analyzing business-related information. It provides a deeper understanding of how companies can look at globalization as part of their strategic and operational plans. The assignment has two parts: one focused on information research and analysis, and the other is on applied analytics.Resources:?Part 1: Globalization and Information ResearchContext:?Companies that perform well in their country of origin usually consider expanding operations in new international markets. Deciding where, how, and when to expand is not an easy task, though.Many issues need to be considered before crafting an expansion strategy and investing significant resources to this end, including:the level of demand to be expected for the companys products/servicespresence of local competitorsthe regulatory, economic, demographic, and political environmentsCarefully researching and analyzing these and other factors can help mitigate the inherent risk associated with an overseas expansion strategy, thus increasing the likelihood of success.As a data analyst in your companys business development department, youve been tasked with the responsibility of recommending countries for international expansion. Youll write a report to the companys executive team with yourresearch, analysis, and recommendations.Instructions:Writea 525-word summary covering the following items:According to the article listed above, what were the most important strategic moves that propelled Netflixs successful international expansion?The article mentions investments in big data and analytics as one of the elements accompanying the second phase of overseas expansion. Why was this investment important? What type of information did Netflix derive from the data collected?According to the article, what is exponential globalization?Not all international expansion strategies are a resounding success, however. Research an article or video that discusses an instance in which an American companys expansion efforts in another country failed. According to the article/video you selected, what were the main reasons for this failure? Do you agree with this assessment?Explain some of the reasons why certain companies expansion plans have failed in the past.Part 2: Hypothesis testingContext:?Your organization is evaluating the quality of its call center operations. One of the most important metrics in a call center is Time in Queue (TiQ), which is the time a customerhas towait before he/she is serviced by a Customer Service Representative (CSR). If a customerhas towait for too long, he/she is more likely to get discouraged and hang up. Furthermore, customers whohave towait too long in the queue typically report a negative overall experience with the call. Youve conducted an exhaustive literature review and found that the averageTiQin your industry is 2.5 minutes (150 seconds).Another important metric is Service Time (ST), also known as Handle Time, which is the time a CSR spends servicing the customer. CSRs with more experience and deeper knowledge tend to resolve customer calls faster. Companies can improve average ST by providing more training to their CSRs or even by channeling calls according to area of expertise. Last month your company had an average ST of approximately 3.5 minutes (210 seconds). In an effort to improve this metric, the company has implemented a new protocol that channelscallsto CSRs based on area of expertise. The new protocol (PE) is being tested side-by-side with the traditional (PT) protocol.Instructions:Accessthe Call Center Waiting Time file.Each row in the database corresponds to a different call. The column variables are as follows:ProtocolType: indicates protocol type, either PT or PEQueueTime: Time in Queue, in secondsServiceTime: Service Time, in secondsPerforma test of hypothesis to determine whether the averageTiQis lower than the industry standard of 2.5 minutes (150 seconds).Usea significance level of ?=0.05.Evaluateif the company should allocate more resources to improve its averageTiQ.Performa test of hypothesis to determine whether the average ST with service protocol PE is lower than with the PT protocol. Use a significance level of ?=0.05.Assessif the new protocol served its purpose. (Hint: this should be a test of means for 2 independent groups.)Submityour calculations anda175-wordsummary of your conclusions.
How does Offshore drilling of oil/gas extraction impact the environment in a bad way?
1-Write an Annotated Bibliography on: How does Offshore drilling of oil/gas extraction impact the environment in a bad way? What political and economic ramifications might U.S. offshore drilling have on international relationships? Why might oil/gas extraction be considered a health concern for people? (important: its being used for a argument essay)You cannot use any outside resources other the the one I provided under the #:1,2,3,4,52-Look at the file named example and write it like that.3- Read all the documents #1,2,3,4,54-open the document named chart and write bibliography for each of those documents #1,2,3,4,55-Be precise and focus on staying on the subject. remember this is for a argumentative essay6- use simple English language
Evaluate the issues and challenges associated with ERP implementation.
Hatsun Agro and Its Supply Chain ImplementationDue Week 6 and worth 100 pointsRead the article Hatsun Agro Product Limited Integrates Its Entire Supply Chain with IBM and SAP and complete this case study assignment. Note: The article in PDF format can be found here.Write a three to four (3-4) page paper in which you:Identify the issues and challenges associated with ERP implementation in the case of Hatsun Agro.Create a systems diagram to show the solution that IBM implemented for Hatsun Agro through the use of graphical tools in Microsoft Word or Visio, or an open source alternative such as Dia. Note: The graphically depicted solution is not included in the required page length.Explain the rationale behind the solution set forth by IBM.Determine and graphically depict the inputs, transformations, and outputs of the business processes impacted by the SAP Supply Chain module, and explain how it is integrated with the solution implemented by IBM.Determine the business values that IBM and SAP Supply Chain provided for the company.Speculate any future improvement opportunities with other SAP modules for this company.Use at least three (3) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources.Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:This course requires use of new Strayer Writing Standards (SWS). The format is different than other Strayer University courses. Please take a moment to review the SWS documentation for details.Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow SWS or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the students name, the professors name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.Include charts or diagrams created in Visio or Dia. The completed diagrams / charts must be imported into the Word document before the paper is submitted.The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:Evaluate the issues and challenges associated with ERP implementation.Analyze and describe the key process areas in ERP to include: marketing and sales, accounting, procurement, fulfillment, production, inventory and warehouse management, human resources, and material planning processes in ERP systems.Develop an ERP solution to address and solve a business problem.Use technology and information resources to research issues in ERP.Write clearly and concisely about ERP topics using proper writing mechanics and technical style conventions.Click here to view the grading rubric for this assignment.
Explain at least three elements marketers need to consider when it comes to that strategy.
Discussion 1Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum,ReadIntroduction, growth, maturity, and declineevery product has a life cycle story waiting to be told. In this interactive activity, youre going to document the story of a product that has progressed through the four product life cycle stages.Instructions:If the instructions has a plus sign (+), click it to review tips and requirements for completing that section of the discussion prompt.+Do a web search for dead brands or product fads. the following:You can use this article, Blast from the past: Vintage Technologies That We No Longer Use for inspiration.+Pick a service brand and use it as an example, explain how service differ from goods and discuss whether services go through a life cycle.Be sure to discuss the product, place, price, and advertisement strategy for each phase of the life cycle you find.You will see 4Ps strategies will differ with the shift of the product to another life cycle. Include your analysis of these differences.Additionally, identify the key events that mark and end of each phase.Discussion 2 Place Strategy [WLO: 2] [CLO: 4]ReadWatchThe goal of place strategy in terms of the customer value equation is to add value without increasing cost.Retailers face three strategic issues that affect place strategy.+Pick one of the strategic issues listed below:Market NicheLocationMerchandise AssortmentExplain at least three elements marketers need to consider when it comes to that strategy.Explain how Burberry implemented innovative place strategies use to create value for current and potential customers.
Why is it important to reassess the needs of a client after he or she is released from incarceration?
Read the Risk-Need-Responsivity Model for Offender Assessment and Rehabilitation 2007-06 article.Review the following scenario:· The client is a 32-year-old male who was released from incarceration 6 months ago. The client had previously been incarcerated for 2 years for two felony drug offenses due to possession and distribution of methamphetamine. He received treatment while incarcerated, but he relapsed and used methamphetamine 2 months after he was released. The client is positive for Hepatitis C, which he contracted while he was in prison. He was receiving medication for his condition until last month when he did not supply a required document to the Medicaid office on time. As a result, he lost his medical coverage.The client has been married for 5 years, and he has a 3-year-old child. The client was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at age 28. The client has exhibited emotional outbursts and episodes of perpetrating domestic violence with his wife since his release from incarceration. The client obtained his GED at age 25, but he never attended college. The client also had a learning disorder of dyslexia during his adolescent years. He has minimal job skills, as he only worked at one job as a dishwasher for 2 months during his adult life. He primarily obtained income from selling drugs prior to incarceration.The client is currently seeking employment, but he is experiencing difficulty obtaining employment due to his prior criminal conviction.Create a mind map of the needs of the client that fit in each category. Specify 3 needs in each of the following categories:· Health needs· Social or relationship needs· Problem-solving needs· Emotional needs· Belief or value needs· Education or career needsCreate a second mind map of the risks of the client that fit in each category. Specify 3 risks in each of the following categories:· Health risks· Social or relationship risks· Problem-solving risks· Emotional risks· Belief or value risks· Education or career risksAnswer the following questions in a 700-word essay:· Why is it important to reassess the needs of a client after he or she is released from incarceration?· What are some ways by which a persons needs and risks can be mitigated to reduce the rate of recidivism once an offender is released from incarceration?Format any citations according to APA guidelines.
Identify strengths in their analyses and strategies for presenting evaluation results to others.
By Day 5Respond to at least two colleagues by offering critiques of their analyses. Identify strengths in their analyses and strategies for presenting evaluation results to others. Identify ways your colleagues might improve their presentations. Identify potential needs or questions of the audience that they may not have considered. Provide an additional strategy for overcoming the obstacles or challenges in communicating the content of the evaluation reports.RESPONSES NEED TO BE BACKED BY RESEARCH.
How would a potential investor determine the value and risk of the bond?
Two Part Assignment, please read all required details for the assignment along with propertly answering the questionsPart One Ratio AnalysisThis is your opportunity to play detective and do some financial statement analysis. Please select any publicly traded company.For the company you select, find the annual report and the financial ratio information for the following ratios:debt-to-equity,current ratio,return on equity,quick ratio,working capital ratio,price earnings ratio, andearnings per share.Once you have reviewed the information, with a brief introduction to your chosen company. Next, explain how the company is doing with respect to the ratios. In one to three sentences, briefly summarize what each of the ratios are telling you about the company. Conclude with how you predict it will do in the future.Your should be at least one page in lengthPart Two Case Study:Choose a publicly traded company that issues bonds. You can locate this information by reviewing your chosen companys annual report online. A good place to start is the Annual Reports website.In your case study, discuss the following aspects of the company.1. Provide a brief introduction of the company, including its name, headquarters, products/services offered, and approximate net worth.2. What are the key features of one of the bonds issued by your chosen company? Discuss how the bonds terms and collateral can affect the bonds interest rate.3. How would a potential investor determine the value and risk of the bond?4. Explain the concept of the time value of money (TVM) as it applies to the companys bond offerings.Your case study should be at least two pages in length.
What does the law of demand state?
1. Define demand. What does the law of demand state? Express it in words, in symbols (clip art or images), and as a graph.2. Define supply. What does the law of supply state? Express it in words, in symbols (clip art or images), and as a graph.3. Discuss the five factors that cause demand curves to shift and give a specific example of each one.4. Describe the five factors that shift the supply curve and what causes a movement along the supply curve.5. What does it mean when a supply curve shifts to the left? Shifts to the right? Compare a shift of the curve to a movement along the curve.6. Define elasticity of demand and describe how it is calculated; give examples of elastic and inelastic goods.7. Describe equilibrium three ways: in words, with symbols, and as a labeled graph.8. Describe how price acts as a signal in the marketplace to buyers and sellers.
Describe an individual who might serve as an inspiration for you in a future leadership role. How does this person operate day to day in a human services leadership role?
Complete a brief written analysis of the similarities and differences of leadership and management roles as they relate to human services organizations. Include how your understanding of these roles may affect you as you assume a supervisory position. Provide examples of both leadership and management in the field to support your findings. Conclude by discussing similarities and differences in how leaders and managers analyze and implement policies in their human services organization.Support your assignment with at least three scholarly resources. In addition to these specified resources, other appropriate scholarly resources, including seminal articles, may be included.Length: 3-5 pages, not including title and reference pagespart 2Alternate assignment: If you do not have access to a webcam, prepare a 3 to 5-page paper of a transcript for a mock podcast that addresses the same topics noted above.For this assignment, you will prepare a brief video. You may use the Video Note tool in NCUOne or other software of your choosing.Create and upload a video in which you introduce yourself and discuss your leadership role (if applicable) and your leadership style.Describe your leadership style from completing the assessment in this weeks resources. Explain your previous leadership roles and skills (both personally and professionally), if applicable.Describe an individual who might serve as an inspiration for you in a future leadership role. How does this person operate day to day in a human services leadership role?Evaluate what style of leadership seems to be a good fit for you as you prepare for a leadership role in social work, and explain why.Explain how you will use the NASW Code of Ethics as a model for your leadership style in human services.To create a Video Note, select the Record video option in the assignment submission area. You will need your webcam to complete this video. Press the New Recording button when you are ready to record your video note and the Stop Recording when finished. Click the Add button to include the video in your assignment submission. Note, the Video Note tool records a maximum of 3 minutes. Plan on splitting your video into multiple segments if need be.Alternate assignment: If you do not have access to a webcam, prepare a 3 to 5-page paper of a transcript for a mock podcast that addresses the same topics noted above.
