Category: Business and Management

Grimshaw v. Ford Motor Company, 1981
The Pinto, a subcompact car made by Ford Motor Company, became infamous in the 1970s for bursting into flames if its gas tank was ruptured in a collision.
Case Brief on the case above, not a case study
Please do a case BRIEF. Not an actual case study. It should be 1 page. 

1.    
Historical Financial Statements (Income
Statement, Balance Sheet and Statement of Cash Flows) from the 3 most current
years for the firm.  These should be
downloaded from the SEC website.  The
financial statements must include horizontal (shown between the years) and
vertical analysis (shown to the right of the last year of historical data).
2.    
Ratio analysis for the ratios shown
on Table 1 in the Guide to Case Analysis (CA) of the textbook:
a.    
Profitability ratios
b.    
Liquidity ratios
c.    
Leverage ratios
d.    
Activity ratios
e.    
Price-to-earnings ratio
f.     
The changes between years are
included in the calculations.
3.    
Competitor ratios to compare with
the ratios that were calculated in item 2. 
These should be included on the same tab as the ratio analysis for the
firm.
4.    
Financial analysis should include
comparisons to the firm’s main competitor as well as to the industry.  How does the financial position of the firm
influence the strategic direction of the company?  This section should not be used to define
what each ratio is rather it should clearly provide analysis based on the
calculations as to the strategic choices and implications of the firm’s
financial position.  A compare and
contrast with the main competitor should be included in this section of
narrative.
1-2 pages of writing, other pages are tables.

Draft an argumentative outline.  I am attaching my outline and bibliography.  Also have reflection questions
Provide one example of a place where you have used rhetorical appeals or source material to support your argument. How does this enhance your essay? (2-3 sentences)
Touchstone 4 is a revision of this draft. What kind of feedback would be helpful for you as you revise? Are there parts of your draft that you’re uncertain of? (3-4 sentences)

For your mid-term paper, you will create your own theory/philosophy for motivation.   Remember, a theory is well-substantiated on empirical evidence and a philosophy is a broader examination knowledge and reality.   In organizations, it is belief or act that guides behavior.  
In developing your paper, you will include the following: 
1) Introduction
2) Literature review or research on that will support your philosophy.  For example, you may like elements of Maslow and the Hawthorne Studies, so you would discuss these theories, provide current relevance, in essence setting the stage for the remainder of your paper. 
3) Develop and share your philosophy.  When creating your philosophy, some thoughts to ponder that will help inspire your philosophy include:
What do you value in life and work?
What motivates you?
What are you hoping to achieve and create with your philosophy (besides a good grade 😊)
Remember failure is an opportunity for learning and growth. 
How do you maintain a positive outlook. 
What inspires you, creates that spark to stay motivate. 
Now write 😊
4) Apply your philosophy either using an actual or fictitious example.
5) Summary and Conclusion where you evaluate your philosophy, the strong and weak points, and any guidance for using.  
Additional Assignment Guidance: 
Your paper should be a minimum of 8 pages in APA format (excluding title page and references) but encouraged use the number of pages needed to complete your assignment and address each of the elements effectively. NO ABSTRACT IS REQUIRED 
You need to use a minimum of 8 sources. Remember, for every source, you will have at least one citation. You cite information that is 1) not common knowledge, 2) paraphrased, and 3) directly quoted. 
Submit your work as an MS WORD ATTACHMENT in either a .doc, .docx, or .rtf format.
You are encouraged to use subheadings. A subheading reflects the content that follows. Subheadings provide a point of reference for the reader as well as guide the reader through your paper.   If you do not have a clear thesis or your introduction is a bit complicated, the reader spends time guessing and is unclear as to what they are reading and why.   
Some Additional Writing tips: 
When making a point, one of the most common mistakes is not to offer enough details. A paragraph without much detail will seem vague and incomplete. A paper is always strengthened when your claims are as specific as possible, the more detailed evidence you offer, and the more reference points your reader will have. Remember that you are communicating your understanding to a reader who has only your description to go by.
Third person is preferred in academic writing. Use first-person perspective where applicable and appropriate, i.e., describing your own role, distinguishing from your point of view and others, referring to your actions, or writing is reflective or contains personal elements, otherwise use 3rd person.
A flat statement of your intentions in the composition is called an announcement, which weakens the introduction. Try introducing the subject more temptingly, piquing the reader’s interest. 
Avoid anthropomorphisms (attributing human characteristics to nonhuman or inanimate objects). Consider that no report can “address.”  When writing an introduction, some approaches are best avoided. Avoid starting sentences with “The purpose of this essay is . . .” or “In this essay I will . . .” or any similar flat announcement of your intention or topic. 
Here is some guidance in formatting your citations: 
Author mentioned in text: Smith (2007), otherwise use (Smith, 2007). 
Include a page or paragraph number with all direct quotations = (Smith, 2007, p. 32). 
Place the period at the end of a sentence after the citation.  
When using a cite within your source it is as follows: (Smith 2007, as cited by Smythe, 2016, p. 32).
Eliminate URL addresses with in-text citations. 
Direct quotations greater than 40 words must be blocked and indented. Block quotations do not have quotation marks (except those already included in the source material).
Direct quotes should support your work and not replace it. You should use direct quotes ONLY: 
to show that an authority supports your point
to present a position or argument to critique or comment on
to include especially moving or historically significant language
to present a particularly well-stated passage whose meaning would be lost or changed if paraphrased or summarized.
My philosophy: “When you genuinely care for people and their families, they will care for their jobs, peers, and employers—creating an atmosphere of motivation, respect, and loyalty.” 

it is class project and i have submit this for grading but i need research paper for my foriegn master

Now, we get to take the revised product and subject it to some estimates of costs. There still is no understanding of the selling price of the product. How much will it cost to create the product? Are there recurring engineering costs? 
Create and submit a pro-forma budget that includes labor, materials, risk, or other resources needed to create the modified product in assignment 3.

complete a discussion on the building blocks and 
a summary of how you applied the lean method principles in the development of your BMC. which is attached under named Virtual Art Gallery Experience (VAGE) 
The BMC contains the following building blocks:
customer segments
value proposition
distribution channels
customer relationships
revenue streams
key resources
key activities
key partners
cost structure
Description of your lean start-up entrepreneurial venture.
The Virtual Art Gallery Experience (VAGE) is a virtual and augmented reality platform that turns the tradition of visiting an art gallery or showroom into a virtual and interactive experience. Targeting art enthusiasts, collectors, galleries and artists; the VAGE platform revolutionizes the global trade, viewing and enjoyment of art by enabling users to visit global art exhibitions virtually in a 360-degree open environment with interactive elements such as artists’ commentaries and also enable customers to visualise artworks in their private spaces with Augmented Reality (AR) functions.
The platform is designed to support all prospective customers by providing users with different tour options (through interactive tours offered) education on the different art styles, artists and other pieces of knowledge and also safe for payment, by enabling it through a safe and secure e-commerce payment portal mechanism that builds trust.
The VAGE is powered by a range of features, such as the game engine integration that allows users to cycle through collections and galleries and view content seamlessly.
Fees from subscriptions, art sales commissions, tickets for virtual events, advertising and licensing are all revenue streams for the artists and the gallery. For the first time, VAGE democratises access to art, creates more ways for engagement, and opens more entry to revenue for both artists and galleries.
BMC
1. Customer Segments
Art Enthusiasts:
Individuals who appreciate and explore art.
Students and researchers of art and art history.
Art Collectors:
High-net-worth individuals and art investors.
Corporate collectors looking for unique pieces.
Art Galleries and Museums:
Galleries looking to expand their reach and offer virtual tours.
Museums who are aiming to make exhibitions accessible to a global audience.
Artists:
Emerging and established artists seeking new platforms to showcase and sell their work.
2. Value Proposition
Immersive Art Experiences:
Virtual and augmented reality exhibitions offering a lifelike viewing experience.
Interactive elements allowing users to learn more about the art and the artists.
Global Accessibility:
Access to art exhibitions from anywhere in the world.
Ability to attend virtual gallery openings and artist talks.
Innovative Art Sales Platform:
Secure platform for purchasing original artworks and limited editions.
Virtual try-before-you-buy feature using AR to visualize art in users’ spaces.
Support for Artists and Galleries:
Increased exposure and sales opportunities for artists.
New revenue streams for galleries and museums through virtual tickets and sales.
3. Distribution Channels
Online Platform:
Website and mobile app for accessing virtual galleries and AR features.
VR and AR Headsets:
Compatibility with popular VR headsets for an immersive experience.
AR features accessible through smartphones and tablets.
Social Media and Partnerships:
Integration with social media platforms for promotion and sharing.
Collaborations with tech companies and art institutions.
4. Customer Relationships
Personalized Experience:
Customized art recommendations based on user preferences and viewing history.
Personal virtual tours with curators and artists.
Community Building:
Online forums and social media groups for art discussions and networking.
Regular virtual events such as gallery openings, artist talks, and workshops.
Membership Programs:
Subscription plans offering exclusive access to premium content and early sales.
Loyalty rewards for frequent visitors and purchasers.
5. Revenue Streams
Subscription Fees:
Monthly or annual subscription for premium access to virtual galleries and exclusive content.
Art Sales Commissions:
Commission on sales of artworks through the platform.
Virtual Event Tickets:
Fees for attending virtual gallery openings, artist talks, and workshops.
Advertising and Sponsorships:
Revenue from ads and sponsored content within the virtual platform.
Licensing and Partnerships:
Licensing VR and AR technology to other galleries and museums.
Partnership fees from tech companies and educational institutions.
6. Key Resources
Technological Resources:
VR and AR development platforms and tools.
Secure e-commerce and payment processing systems.
Human Resources:
Software developers and VR/AR specialists.
Art curators, historians, and marketing professionals.
Content Resources:
High-quality digital reproductions of artworks.
Access to a network of artists and galleries.
7. Key Activities
Platform Development and Maintenance:
Developing and updating the VR and AR features.
Ensuring a seamless and secure user experience.
Content Creation and Curation:
Curating virtual exhibitions and creating engaging content.
Collaborating with artists and galleries to feature their work.
Marketing and Community Engagement:
Running marketing campaigns to attract users and promote events.
Engaging with the community through social media and events.
Sales and Customer Support:
Facilitating art sales and managing transactions.
Providing customer support for technical issues and inquiries.
8. Key Partners
Art Institutions:
Galleries and museums providing artwork and exhibitions.
Tech Companies:
VR and AR hardware and software providers.
E-commerce and payment processing partners.
Artists and Curators:
Collaborating artists and curators for exclusive content.
Educational Institutions:
Schools and universities for educational programs and research.
9. Cost Structure
Fixed Costs:
Salaries for employees and contractors.
Lease for office space and development facilities.
Depreciation of VR/AR equipment and technology infrastructure.
Variable Costs:
Marketing and advertising expenses.
Costs for creating and curating digital content.
Licensing fees for VR/AR development tools.
Additional Costs:
Hosting and maintenance of the online platform.
Customer support and community management expenses.
Fees for transaction processing and security measures.

BUS 210 Project Two Guidelines and Rubric
Competency
In this project, you will demonstrate your mastery of the following competency:
Identify yourself as a leader and follower to be effective as an individual and team contributor
Overview
Many well-known leaders wrote and continue to write in journals, reflecting on their actions and decisions in their leadership roles. These reflections allow leaders to revisit their choices and learn how to improve their actions and decisions to become more effective leaders in the future.
Directions
Write a reflective paper describing your leadership style and skills. Reflect on what you have learned throughout the course, and think about how you can use this knowledge to further your career. Use the results of your self-assessments, leadership map, and other course materials to guide your reflection. Begin your reflection with a single statement that concisely summarizes your leadership style and approach. The statement should be one that you could later share on LinkedIn or your resume. You could also use it to guide your professional development.
Specifically, you must address the following rubric criteria:
Leadership Approach:
Leadership Skills: Describe your primary leadership skills and describe how these skills will help you effectively lead a team. Additionally, describe skills or attributes you would like to develop and improve upon in order to become a better leader.
Leading and Following: Explain the importance of being able to both lead and follow when working as part of a team, along with how well you are able to lead and follow on a team while in a leadership role.
Leadership Style: Describe your personal leadership style and explain how you intend to use that style when working with a diverse, dynamic team.
What to Submit
To complete this project, you must submit the following:
Your submission should be a 1- to 2-page Word document with 12-point Times New Roman font, double spacing, and one-inch margins.

1. Briefly describe the company you chose. Provide basic background info on the company such
as the history, the industry/market sector they operate in, etc.
2. Explain a sample scenario of how confidence intervals could be applied to a business problem
within the company. 
3. Explain a sample scenario of how hypothesis tests (one sample or two sample) could be applied
to a business problem within the company.
4. Elaborate on a sample scenario of how ANOVA could be used to look for differences between
three or more groups within the company. 
5. Elaborate on a sample scenario of how correlation and/or regression could be applied to a
business problem within the company. 
6. In summary, explain why learning statistics is important to the field of business analytics.  

Choose an organization you have interacted with in your city (UAE) and use the concepts you’ve learned in IBS212 to:
analyze their marketing strategy (how does the local environment influence them), or
create a hypothetical go-to-market strategy for expanding that organization’s offerings into a new country.
This assignment is intentionally open-ended; the point is to connect what you have learned in the classroom with your real-world, location-based experiences. Therefore, it would be best to choose an organization and a topic you are excited to write about (and your Professor would be interested in reading about). Be sure to highlight 3 of the course’s LOs precisely and incorporate at least one research paper (with appropriate citations). 
Learning Outcomes Added
flatWorld: Evaluate the “flat-world” debate and apply it to business strategy issues.
whyGlobal: Explain and evaluate the motivations for why a business exists in the global marketplace.
howGlobal: Analyze the utility, costs, and implementation of global value chains.
poliStrat: Analyze how political and legal environments influence business strategy.
econStrat: Analyze how economic and financial environments influence business strategy.
socioCulturalStrat: Analyze how social and cultural environments influence business strategy.
globalSegmentation: Utilize segmentation strategies to identify new global markets.
intCompetitiveness: Analyze the factors influencing a firm’s international competitiveness.
localGlobalMix: Analyze the interaction between global and local considerations when developing the marketing mix.
IBS
212 – Assignment 4 Location-Based Assignment (LBA) Rubric
Assignment
due Thursday, June 27, 2024 by 11:00pm
Length: 750-1000
The Location-Based
Assignment (LBA) serves as your final assignment for IBS212.
Choose
an organization you have interacted with in your city and use the concepts
you’ve learned in
IBS212 to analyze their marketing strategy (how does the local
environment
influence their strategy).
•
socioCulturalStrat: Analyze how social and cultural environments
influence
business
strategy.
•
localGlobalMix: Analyze the interaction between global and local
considerations
when
developing the marketing mix.
And
create a hypothetical
go-to-market strategy **for expanding that organization’s
offerings into a new
country.
•
intCompetitiveness: Analyze the factors influencing a firm’s
international
competitiveness.
*choose a company from the UAE that can open somewhere in europe or US for example