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Full-Text Articles in Business
A Systems-Based Framework For Design And Analysis Of An R And D Structure, Polinpapilinho F. Katina, Charles B. Keating, Luna M. Magpili
A Systems-Based Framework For Design And Analysis Of An R And D Structure, Polinpapilinho F. Katina, Charles B. Keating, Luna M. Magpili
Engineering Management & Systems Engineering Faculty Publications
A critical challenge for managerial effectiveness and competitive advantage in research and development (R and D) organizations is developing an appropriate structural configuration. However, in finding an appropriate structural configuration, R and D managers are faced with unprecedented levels of uncertainty, ambiguity, and accelerating complexity, coupled with demands for increased productivity. This paper develops a systems-based framework to support rigorous design, analysis, and transformation of the structure for R and D organizations. The framework development includes: (1) a review of the literature for the nature and role of the structure in R and D management; (2) setting of the R …
Zero Textbook Cost Syllabus For Mgt 4475 (Human Resources Metrics), Soniya Dsouza
Zero Textbook Cost Syllabus For Mgt 4475 (Human Resources Metrics), Soniya Dsouza
Open Educational Resources
The primary focus of this course is to introduce quantitative aspects of various HR functions. This course is designed for those who wish to learn key metrics used in the Human Resources Management field and understand how they impact the business decision making process. The course will provide an overview of HR Metrics and introduce various HR metrics such as time-to-hire, vacancy rate, attrition rate, etc. by using spreadsheets to enrich the learning experience. With various metrics demonstrated using spreadsheets, students will learn how spreadsheets can be created and used for data analysis and interpretation for effective business decisions. Students …
Does Machiavelli’S The Prince Have Relevant Lessons For Modern High-Tech Managers And Leaders?, Clovia Hamilton
Does Machiavelli’S The Prince Have Relevant Lessons For Modern High-Tech Managers And Leaders?, Clovia Hamilton
Winthrop Faculty and Staff Publications
When we think of Machiavellian conduct in technology companies, we think of cut-throat, cunning, behaviour. Cut-throat competition in technological innovations can be the barrier to market entry (Lee, 2014). The lean philosophy is that managers and leaders are to strive for the efficient and effective use of resources in order to overcome this barrier and gain competitive advantage. In order for there to be cut throats, there have to be cut-throat technology innovation leaders and managers. What the lean philosophy lacks is guidance on how to achieve an efficient and effective use of resources in a cut-throat competitive environment. The …
Leveraging Academic Partnerships To Improve Logistics At Nonprofit Organizations, Andrew S. Manikas, James R. Kroes, Thomas F. Gattiker
Leveraging Academic Partnerships To Improve Logistics At Nonprofit Organizations, Andrew S. Manikas, James R. Kroes, Thomas F. Gattiker
IT and Supply Chain Management Faculty Publications and Presentations
This article presents the results of a partnership between a nonprofit organization and a team of academic researchers that developed a low-cost spreadsheet-based tool that allows organizations to effectively schedule vehicle operations. Specifically, the tool (1) handles the real-world constraints present in moderately complex logistics environments; and (2) uses general computing hardware and software that is already deployed in most organizations, thereby rendering the solution radically low cost (effectively free). We deployed this tool to a humanitarian organization, the Idaho Foodbank, which realized a substantial improvement in its fleet efficiency and a corresponding reduction in route-planning time. The methodology used …
Centers Of Excellence: Management Within Multinational Corporations, Thomas Coughlan, Gary Bernstein
Centers Of Excellence: Management Within Multinational Corporations, Thomas Coughlan, Gary Bernstein
WCBT Faculty Publications
As organizations expand geographically, and especially when expanding globally, they often find it necessary, or more effective, to develop Centers of Excellence (CoE). If properly structured these centers can reduce cost, improve efficiency, leverage organizational assets, and often improve levels of organizational innovation. This is the next installment in a series of articles started in the first issues of the JMI exploring these very challenging issues (Coughlan & Bernstein, 2015). In this installment the authors will specifically address issues surrounding leadership, integrated governance model, standardization, continuous improvement, business continuity, and managing through hard target metrics. This article assumes that the …
Concacaf Strategic Repositioning: Rebuilding Trust In The ‘Beautiful Game’, Michael Goldman, Aaron Burks, Nola Agha
Concacaf Strategic Repositioning: Rebuilding Trust In The ‘Beautiful Game’, Michael Goldman, Aaron Burks, Nola Agha
Sport Management
This case presents the strategic repositioning challenge faced by the Confederation of North American, Central American and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF) after a period of leadership and strategy instability. It reports the allegations and findings of misconduct, and discusses the steps taken by the new leadership to define a new mission and strategy.
Common Sense Management (Korean), R Henry Migliore
Common Sense Management (Korean), R Henry Migliore
Migliore Collection
The purpose of this book is to bridge the gap between today’s best recommended theories of management and the application of those theories. Each of the common sense principles are reinforced by Biblical principles. To this end, the book clearly explains and illustrates, with many real- life examples, the key areas of managerial responsibility that mean everything today -from principles of successful planning and goal-setting to methods for streamlining communications, from ways to dramatically increase productivity to techniques for sharpening your decision -making skills. But the real merit of this guide – the feature that sets it apart from other …
Fundamentals Of Strategic Planning In A Global Economy, R Henry Migliore
Fundamentals Of Strategic Planning In A Global Economy, R Henry Migliore
Migliore Collection
This book discusses a philosophy of management that has convincingly demonstrated its value in bringing order out of chaos. It compels the management team to agree to direction. It is simple to understand. Once in motion it acquires a natural rhythm. It offers the opportunity to satisfy higher-level needs. Finally, and highly important, it provides a foundation to manage the organization. It gets everyone involved in the planning process. The problem with life is . . . Life is a great journey through places and times, but some go through it without a map or guide! Life is a journey. …
Special Business Entity Reporting: One Plugged Hole Is Better Than None, Mary Fischer, Treba Marsh
Special Business Entity Reporting: One Plugged Hole Is Better Than None, Mary Fischer, Treba Marsh
Faculty Publications
This discussion includes an overview of special business entities and their status and outlines legitimate uses. It also illustrates what can and has happened, when individuals who lack integrity direct special business entities. Problems are identified that can arise when special business entities are not used as they were intended, namely, inaccurate financial reporting. The company in the illustration walked the line between legal and illegal, but was past the line of what was morally right, and in the shareholder’s best interest. The discussion concludes with an accounting solution for the special business entity problems.