strategic challenges.

Below is a list of five large and significant organizations. Research each organization and select one as the topic for the final paper:

  • CSX – Transportation industry
  • JBS – Food industry
  • University of Arizona Global Campus (formerly known as Ashford University) – Higher education
  • Nokia – Technology industry
  • Simon Properties Group – Real Estate and Retail

Each organization is unique and has important strategic challenges. Once you select an organization, begin a detailed search to identify the history, industry, mission and vision, values and purpose, the leadership within, and potential competition.

Also, research and locate a news item (within the last 12 to 24 months) that is affecting the company and posing a challenge to its strategy. Challenges come in many different forms and could be positive or negative. You may discover leadership issues, legal or legislative issues, environmental challenges, human resource concerns, product design and research challenges, growth challenges, or possibly financial issues. Keep in mind that the identified challenge will be the core of the strategic review and recommendations developed throughout the paper.

Once your research is complete, prepare Section 1 of the paper. Section 1 must have at a minimum three full pages of APA content (excluding the cover and reference pages). You must include at a minimum three resources that provide qualified information related to the organization. Wikipedia is not a qualified resource.Include the text as a scholarly resource to support theory and concepts related to strategy. During the construction of Section 1, be specific and refrain from making assumptions.  .

  • To complete this assignment, you must address the following:
  • Select an organization.
  • Identify the history, the industry, the mission and vision, the values and purpose, the leadership within, and potential competition.
  • Research and locate a new item that is affecting the company and posing a challenge to its strategy.

external environmental analysis

Thinking strategically using strategic models and techniques must be the precursor to strategic planning and implementation. The perception of “thinking” is often considered to be a subjective “out of the box” process with little defense or research of the proposed opportunity. Strategic thinking may contain those same proposed outcomes; however, the process includes defined research models defending and supporting the recommendations for a sustainable business model.

Two companies that are at opposite ends of the spectrum in development and growth are Whole Foods and Kmart. For this discussion, provide a researched summary for   one of the two organizations including its history and current market situation. Define the success or failure of their business model and the potential for future sustainability. Support your thoughts using one or more of the described strategic thinking techniques, such as blue ocean, structured brainstorming, Abell’s three-dimensional business definition model, strategic frontiers, four-action framework, and strategy canvas.

Using the same company, perform a brief external environmental analysis looking at the industry, the competition, the market, and the general environment to defend your strategic thinking choices and explain how the analysis will support future strategic planning and implementation, either as a growth opportunity or a termination of business.

300 words

scholarly source

What is the present status on patient rights under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act

Health care practitioners are ethically bound to respect the patient’s dignity and to make a positive effort to secure a comfortable and considerate atmosphere for the patient in such ways as providing appropriate gowns and drapes, private facilities for undressing, and clear explanations for procedures. There are guidelines to help all health care providers stay within the scope of their practices and operate within the law and the policies of any employing health care facility. (Judson & Harrison, 2021)

Consider the following case from the course scenario on St. Michael’s Medical Center.

Case III. Grandpa Peter and Grandma Lucy

An elderly patient, Grandma Lucy, had an advanced directive not to resuscitate (called DNR, which stands for do not resuscitate) even at the point of death. She had already willed some of her assets to her 20-year-old son Phillip. She gave her husband medical power of attorney (i.e., the sole right to decide action if she becomes incapacitated). Grandpa Peter has been making decisions since Grandma Lucy was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. One day, a nurse named Andrea overheard Grandpa Peter discussing insurance benefits with a female friend. Nurse Andrea discussed the issue with a friend at home and felt that Grandpa Peter’s intent was unfair to Grandma Lucy and decided to ignore the DNR order. The next day, Grandma Lucy coded, and Nurse Andrea resuscitated her. Thinking nobody saw her, nurse Andrea denied her action. She failed to realize that she was on live camera. Aside from that, she called Phillip and revealed Grandpa Peter’s alleged intent and disclosed his mother’s medical records to him, hoping to stop Grandpa Peter’s actions. To avoid any suspicions, Nurse Andrea sent relevant patient information to Philip via e-mail and to others over the phone. Again, Nurse Andrea was caught in the act.

Grandpa Peter sued the hospital for Nurse Andrea’s actions. Additional issues of concern were raised when Grandma Lucy developed bedsores due to poor quality care. On investigation, the ethics committee discovered that the personal care assistants did not honor the rule of turning bed-ridden patients every 2 hours. Grandpa Peter became furious with the hospital staff and filed a lawsuit for denying patient autonomy and for abandonment. This type of patient neglect is an example of a lack of interdisciplinary teamwork.

In a 5-page paper, analyze the case by addressing the following issues:

  • What is the present status on patient rights under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and how were these rights violated in this case? Were Nurse Andrea’s actions right? Explain your comment.
  • What is the present status on patient rights under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), and how do these rights protect Grandma Lucy and Grandpa Peter?
  • What are the ACA mandates that providers must honor regarding patient rights and benefits and that Grandma Lucy and her son Phillip could benefit from?
  • How do you use these mandates to resolve ethical dilemmas in healthcare?
  • What are some relevant healthcare laws enacted in the last 2 decades that could be applied in this case?
  • How could you, as the new chief executive officer (CEO) of St. Michael’s Medical Center, prevent these ethical violations from taking place?

Introduction to Information Systems in Organizations

Discussion Assignment Instructions

1. Discussion Thread: Introduction to Information Systems in Organizations – 500 words see attachment

2. Discussion Thread: Biblical View of Technology – 500 words see attachment

The student will post the 2 thread separately both of at least 500 words each separate thread by 11:59 p.m. (ET) on Thursday of the assigned Module: Week. For each thread, students must support their assertions with at least 2 scholarly citations in APA format.  Any sources cited must have been published within the last five years. Acceptable sources include peer reviewed journal articles, content from relevant professional associations/platforms, course materials, the textbook, the Bible, etc.

Note: Diagrams do not count towards word counts

future entrepreneurial endeavor

future entrepreneurial endeavor

Discussion Question 1 

  • Find the mission statements of two different charities from a similar focus.
  • Compare the two and discuss their similarities and differences.

 

Discussion Question 2 – Applied Concepts (AC) – Week/Course Learning Outcomes

Using your textbook, LIRN-based research, and the Internet, apply the learning outcomes for the week/course and lecture concepts to one of the following scenarios:

As applied to your current professional career

As applied to enhancing, improving, or advancing your current professional career

As applied to management, leadership, or any decision-making position

As applied to a current or future entrepreneurial endeavor

OR

Using your textbook, LIRN-based research, and the Internet, apply the learning outcomes for the week/course and lecture concepts to a business organization that exhibits and demonstrates these concepts. You should develop a summary of the organization’s strategy and how they use these concepts to compete.

This is a learning and application exercise designed to give you an opportunity to apply concepts learned in a pragmatic and meaningful way that will enable you to gain valuable and relevant knowledge in an effort to augment your skill set and enhance your professional careers.

How should the United States regulate emerging market arrangements

How should the United States regulate emerging market arrangements

Answer the assigned questions completely and in narrative, third person format. The paper consist of 250 WORDS. Also, include at least four (4) scholarly sources in your responses and the Sources used MUST be from 2016-2021. Paper must be completed in APA format. NO PLAGIARISM! The assignment must be completed by WEDNESDAY May 19, 2021 at 10:00AM central time. MUST BE SUBMITTED ON TIME MEETING ALL EXPECTATIONS!

1.How should the United States regulate emerging market arrangements, such as pay for performance initiatives and emerging health providers, such as specialty hospitals? Has the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 impacted these arrangements? Will the Covid-19 pandemic impact these trends in the future?

 Marketing Plan Example – Pharmaceutical Product

 Marketing Plan Example – Pharmaceutical Product

 

Rules:

  • Project groups consisting max 2. Students: Term Project should be prepared in English and in a powerpoint format. Projetcts are expected to be submitted on time.
  • Term Project should cover all the topics below:
  • Clarify yout product ? Disease area? Otc / Rx market product ? Original or similar? Local production or imported?
  • Describe your targeted customers
  • Reimbursed product? Or not reimbursed OTC product?
  • Compare your marketing activities with other sectors. Explain the restrictions.
  • Did you do implement any market research ? If yes, could you clarify the results?
  • Please explain the insights you gained from the stakeholders ( pharmacies, patients, physicians etc.)
  • Target and strategy based on the insights
  • Product Launch Process and Marketing Plan
  • Sales Force Structure & Sales Territory Alignment
  • Did you use Alternative Channels ? If yes , please clarify how
  • How did you plan to use Digital Marketing and social media for your promotional activities ? Please clarify .
  • Your assumptions for the upcoming years: (your product and the market itself) New molecules, new treatment algorithms, prevelance of the disease , population etc; predictions based on all drivers and barriers
  • Short-term sales forecasts( 3 years – 2022-2023-2024)

P.S  MAKE AROUND 12-13 SLIDES Power Point ..Also  prepare report for this . WE total 2 in group so  2000 words is enough

Ethical Issues in Marketing

 

Read “Ethical Issues in Marketing: An Application for Understanding Ethical Decision Making” from the University Library.

Write a 350- to 575-word analysis and evaluation of a company’s effectiveness in the following areas:

  • Distinguish between social responsibility, ethical, and legal issues and their effect on marketing.
  • Relate the triple bottom line to an organization’s sustainability.
  • Analyze consumer influence on ethical behavior in marketing.
  • Assess the value of communicating ethical behavior to the public.
  • Conclude how ethical issues influence legal issues in marketing.

Format your assignment according to APA guidelines.

Submit your assignment.

Value chain analysis

Value chain analysis, developed by Michael Porter, focuses on analyzing the internal activities of a business in an effort to understand costs, locate the activities that add the most value, and differentiate a company from the competition. The overall goal of value chain analysis it to identify the core competence of a company as well as areas and activities that will benefit from change, in order to improve profitability and efficiency. You might have heard of SWOT (strength, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats), and value chain analysis is a tool used to properly identify the strengths and weaknesses of a company. For more information, read The Art of Value Chain Analysis – From Defining Activities to Identifying Areas for Improvement. LINK: https://www.smartsheet.com/art-value-chain-analysis-defining-activities-identifying-areas-improvement
To complete this assignment, follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Choose one of the companies from the following options to research its value chain:
    1. Dell (a manufacturing company)
    2. McDonald’s (a servicing company)
  • Step 2: Download the Operational Strategy and Value Chain Analysis Template, save a copy so you can edit the templates, and follow the directions on the first page to fill out the templates and worksheet requirements and complete the assignment.
  • Step 3: Submit your completed assignment.
  • To successfully complete this assignment, view the Module 1 Assignment Rubric document.
    Note: To complete the Operational Strategic Performance Dimensions you first need to decide on a specific product offering by your company. Use this perspective when completing the template. The industry metric is the way your product, as well as it competitors, is judged based on each specific operational strategic performance dimension. The Firm metric is how your company’s specific product that you are examining specifically competes on this metric and as compared to its rivals. Remember that if the dimensions is an order winner for this product then it is also the answer to the question, “Why would I, as a consumer, buy this product, over it competitors?” See the example below for the Ford Fusion (a specific product offering of Ford

 

 Project Management Journal article

Activity 3:

After reviewing/reading Chapter 3 of the textbook, access UC’s online Library and conduct research within the “Business Source Premier (EBSCO Host)” search engine and locate a Project Management Journal article among the thousands of journal articles made available within the many years of publications the Library holds.  The Project Management Journal article should tie directly into at least one highlight from the assigned chapter (Chapter 3) reading/review material for the week.  This weekly research paper should include at least 2 pages, in the narrative and it should be typed in APA formatting (title page, reference page, no abstract page, double-spacing, Times New Roman 12 font, 1 inch margins, in-text citations, etc…). Your paper should contain the following headings:

  •      Introduction
  •      Summary of the article
  •      Relevant points made by the author
  •      Critique of the article
  •      Application of the concepts in the article

UC Library: https://ucumberlands.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/search?vid=01UOTC_INST:UOTC&tab=Everything&search_scope=MyInst_and_CI&mode=basic&displayMode=full&bulkSize=10&highlight=true&dum=true&query=any,contains,business%20source%20premier&displayField=all&pcAvailabiltyMode=true