Cultural Considerations, management assignment help

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This assignment has two papers!!!

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 600–800 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

You are speaking on the phone with Mike when he asks about what sort of cultural aspects you are considering in this plan.

You think about this and say, “There may well be some considerable cultural differences that need addressing. I remember last year when there was a language mix-up with a doll. It was just saying ‘I love you’ in a different language, but it sounded like ‘kill mommy.’ It’s funny now, but imagine being the marketing team in that building!” Both of you laugh as you hang up the phone, but the memory does get you thinking seriously about cultural differences. Complete the following:

  • What cultural considerations should you take into account for your strategy?
  • Will this negatively impact your current strategy?
  • Does this change your approach? Why or why not?

Second Paper

You, Mike, and Tiffany meet in a conference room to begin to assemble your final presentation.

This presentation will be the project deliverable, so you want to make sure you have provided all of the requirements.

Mike begins, “I think we’ve done some pretty good analysis on our strategy. We just have to put the pieces together before the final presentation.”

“We do have some solid information, but we have to look at all the parts to see if we can remain competitive,” Tiffany adds.

Complete the following:

  • What are the considerations that you need to be aware of to remain competitive?
  • Based on the research that you have done, can you compete in the market that you have chosen? Why or why not?
    • What primary factors led you to this decision?
    • What would you say to someone who would dispute your position?
    • How do you plan on evaluating the global marketplace in the future?

    E-Commerce, business and finance homework help

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    E-Commerce

    Your Company Web Server Hardware & Software

    For this assignment you will look at the web server hardware and software needs for your proposed company. I am not looking for make, models and detailed specification but rather how may customers will be accessing the server, is there going to be online purchases and payments, etc. Write up a one to two page summary of the needs.

    Some of the topics you should cover will include:

    Will the company website be self-hosting or pay a service provider to host? The answer to this question could depend of company size, volume of transactions, etc.

    Does the company already have equipment and staff in place were purchasing additional software might be the best direction?

    What type of operating system, connection speed and user capacity are needed to support your proposal? For example, if your company were involved in online gaming the needs would be different from a company with an online catalog purchasing system.

    What key elements will be the software need to support such as catalogs, shopping carts, and transaction processing capabilities? Will there be blogs, file transfers, etc?

    What are the database needs such as for purchasing, inventory, customer information, etc.?

    450_M3_Case_ Managed Care

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    Background Reading
     Ferris, T. G., et al. (2001). Leaving Gatekeeping Behind — Effects of Opening Access to Specialists for Adults in a Health Maintenance Organization. New England Journal of Medicine 345 (18), 1312-1317. Retrieved from http://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/full/345/18/1312. PLEASE READ ABSTRACT ONLY.
    Scandlen, G. (2005). Consumer-driven health care: Just a tweak or a revolution? Health Affairs 24(6), 1554.
    Stiefel, R. H. (2010). Analysis: New hospital accreditation agency falls short. Biomedical Instrumentation & Technology, 44(4), 328-30.

    A few years ago, some opined that
    managed care was either dead or nearly dead. Years later, managed care seems
    stronger than ever, or is it? After reading the background information, conduct
    additional research and respond to the below questions.

    Assignment

    1. What is managed care and where did it come from?
    2. Discuss the current state of managed care in the U.S.
      health care system.
    3. Briefly explain some of the potential impact of health
      care reform initiatives on managed care in the U.S.
    4. Be sure to properly cite all references.

    LENGTH: Your paper should be 3 (900 words) pages typed and double-spaced with one-inch
    margins and 12-point font, and meet the exact number of pages specified in the
    assignment instructions.

    COVER PAGE: Copy the exact assignment onto your cover page (the actual
    questions or task).

    REFERENCES: Cite your references in the text of all papers and on the
    reference list at the end. For examples, review the way the references are
    listed in the modules and on the background reading list.

    PRECISION: Each question of the assignment is specifically addressed in the
    paper.

    CLARITY: The paper reads clearly (i.e., it is not confusing) and is
    well-structured. Subheadings are used to guide the reader.

    BREADTH: The paper presents appropriate breadth covering the questions of
    the assignment (multiple perspectives and references, multiple issues/factors
    considered, as appropriate).

    DEPTH: The paper presents points that lead to a deeper understanding of the
    matters and/or issues being discussed and integrates several points into
    coherent conclusions.

    EVIDENCE: Statements and points are well-supported with facts or statistics,
    and references.

    CRITICAL THINKING: Set aside personal biases and instead approach the
    subject matter using available scholarly evidence. Consider the strengths and
    weaknesses of competing arguments/perspectives on this topic. Having read these
    scholarly sources, make a judgment as to the merit of the arguments presented
    therein.

    Describe the importance of employee benefits as a strategic component of fulfilling the goals of HRM at Genentech and Zappos?

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    Assignment Regulations:

    • This assignment is an individual assignment.
    • All students are encouraged to use their own word.
    • Student must apply Harvard Referencing Style within their reports.
    • A mark of zero will be given for any submission that includes copying from other resource without referencing it

    Case Study

    Imagine working in an organization where employee morale is low, turnover is high, and the costs of hiring are astronomical.

    If that were the case, you’d imagine the employer would go to great lengths to find, attract, and retain quality employees. Couple this goal with the reality of the economic picture—you simply cannot afford to provide expensive benefits for employees who may leave you for a different employer offering an extra $1,000 in salary or benefits. Knowing that 41 percent of all employees have no loyalty to their employers and will move on if a better offer comes adds to the dilemma. These issues clearly are a concern for organizations like Genentech or Zappos. But they don’t fret over them. That’s because they have found that treating employees with respect, and giving them such things as bonuses, rewards for longevity, onsite child care, lunches, and sending employees home with prepared dinners really works. Genentech is a California company that “develops and produces drugs that cure diseases,” according to the company website. The company celebrated its thirteenth year on Fortune’s “Best Places to work” list in 2011, also receiving “Best Places to Work” honors from Working Mother, LGBT Equality, and Computerworld. The reasons for this recognition are the important work that they do and the strong company culture that values equality and communication. Any discussion of how great it is to work at Genentech always circles back to the benefits that show a real respect for employees. In addition to traditional benefits like retirement and healthcare, they provide family-friendly perks such as unlimited sick leave, personal concierge service, flexible work scheduling, childcare, nursing mother’s rooms, onsite nurses, adoption assistance, and company sponsored family events. The list of innovative benefits goes on to include unusual benefits like pet insurance, free snacks, and paid six week sabbaticals every six years! Zappos, the online shoe retailer, offers perks that match their fun-loving culture like pajama parties, nap rooms, regular happy hours, and a full-time life coach. Have these benefits worked for Genentech and Zappos? If you translate longevity to morale and loyalty, you’d say they have. Both boast low turnover rates and high employee ratings for workplace satisfaction.

    Questions:

    1. Describe the importance of employee benefits as a strategic component of fulfilling the goals of HRM at Genentech and Zappos?

    2. Explain how Genentech and Zappos use employee benefits as a motivating tool?

    3. Do you believe the incentive benefits such as those offered at Genentech and Zappos can be used in other organizations? Why or why not?

    The boy attacked by asthma, health and medicine homework help

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    Research critiques for the following case and issues on both sides of the argument that the case is making. Provide a summary of three critiques, including citations for each. Be sure to include an assessment of the validity of the arguments for or against the case in each critique. Include references

    Case :

    A boy attacked by Asthma is brought into the ER by his mother. Though the parents are employed with well-paying jobs, they still cannot be insured nor the son. The money they earn is enough to make them legible for state or federal aid. The boy is put on a treatment regimen and also given medications and luckily gets well but after three weeks later, the parents return to the facility with their son in the same condition previous weeks.

    draft and final argumentative research paper, writing homework help

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    Argumentative Research Paper Guidelines

    Select a topic of your choice but one that differs from your Argumentative Essay. (See topic exceptions below.) Write an Argumentative Research paper that utilizes scholarly secondary sources, demonstrates familiarity with MLA (Modern Language Association) source documentation conventions, and demonstrates awareness of audience. I will pay particular attention to your use of MLA in-text source documentation conventions such as signal phrases, quotation conventions, and parenthetical notes. Whether using direct quotation, summary, or paraphrase, writers must include correct in-text citation conventions to acknowledge sources. Clearly distinguish your voice from the voices of your sources.

    This research paper should project your voice, and include the following:

    1. a well-defined thesis statement that includes an arguable claim and bold print. (See a model thesis statement on page 346 ).
    2. an outline that aligns with the thesis statement (include with draft only).
    3. Relevant background information, good reasons, and convincing evidence.
    4. Counter argument(s) presented fully, fairly and objectively in a separate paragraph (or several separate paragraphs).
    5. Clearly presented responses to counter arguments.
    6. MLA style source documentation conventions within the research paper (signal phrases, parenthetical notes, quotation marks, block quotations, etc.) and on the Works Cited page (spacing, indentation, title distinctions, etc.). Insert no URLs in the body of the paper.
    7. Three scholarly sources (no Wikipedia). For online scholarly sources, check the Richland College Library Academic Search Complete data base. See the textbook for a model list of works cited (548). Our textbook provides MLA 7th edition works cited models. Purdue Online Writing Lab provides MLA 8th edition works cited models.

    Draft Argumentative Research Paper

    Upload the draft Argumentative Research paper (including an outline and the Works Cited page) to your Group File Exchange for peer review and to the Assignment link for the instructor’s review. Double space all pages. Include page numbers. Use a 12 to 14-point font size. The draft Argumentative Research paper should consist of at least 800 words including the outline and Works Cited page.

    Final Argumentative Research Paper

    Upload the final Argumentative Research Paper (including the Works Cited page) to the Assignment link after considering feedback from peers and instructor. Revise and edit carefully. Double space all pages. Include page numbers. Use a 12 to 14-point font size. The Final Argumentative Research Paper should consist of 1,200-1,500 words, including the Works Cited page.

    REMINDER: See Assignment Calendar for due dates.

    *Note-Do not select the following topics:

    Abortion

    Bullying

    Death Penalty

    Global Warming

    Gun Control

    Immigration

    Legalization of Marijuana

    Obesity (childhood and adulthood)

    Same Sex Marriage

    Social Media

    Teen Pregnancy

    Texting while Driving

    Video Games

    Research each of Deming’s 14 points for management. Operation Mangement homework help

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    The transportation costs for the Ultamyacin are high, but so are the costs of building an entirely new manufacturing facility. A description of the processes is listed. The company does not know how to proceed but is beginning to embrace TQM thinking. To encourage this new direction, you want to bring more information and analysis to the next management meeting. You believe Deming’s steps could be applied here, as well as process mapping to determine what the company should do next.

    Individual Portion

    Research each of Deming’s 14 points for management. 

    • Which of the points do you think are most important, and why?
    • If management were to implement one of Deming’s points each year, do you believe that this methodology would be effective? Why or why not?
    • Create an ideal process map with minimal waste. How will the new process meet each of Deming’s 14 points?
    • A document that contains the streamlined, optimum process map
    • A second document that explains the following:
      • How the new process will address each of Deming’s 14 points, as compared to the old process
      • How your team has optimized the process
      • Managerial and employee goals and communication processes to reach each of Deming’s Points in the future

    SOC 313 Discharge Planning

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    For this discussion, refer to the information in the “Introduction to the Miller Family” document. 
    Select one of the family members below whose medical condition has the potential to have worsened to the point that they would need to be hospitalized. Once you have chosen your subject, create a discharge scenario. Each of these family members has been introduced in an earlier assignment. Be sure to review your materials for that assignment including any relevant instructor feedback.

    Option 1: Elías – leukemia
    Option 2: Lila – diabetes (IDDM)
    Option 3: Sam – liver disease caused by heavy drinking
    Option 4: Lucy – bipolar disorder and serious substance abuse (dual diagnosis)

    In your initial post, create and present a possible scenario in order to respond to the subject’s discharge from the hospital. See earlier assignments for samples of how to begin crafting the scenario for your subject. Remember to be creative, refer to the “Introduction to the Miller Family” document, and include as much detailed information as appropriate. Be sure to address the following points in your initial post.

    • Describe the specific issues that need to be addressed when discharging this patient.
    • Briefly identify who (individuals, professionals, agencies, or organizations) might be identified in the plan, what needs to be done, and when it should happen.
    • Identify community resources (e.g., doctors, counselors, and agencies) that will be needed, what their roles are in the plan, and assess how they might meet the needs of your patient. Integrate the biological theory of intellect and cognition with your subject’s sociocultural experiences in order to better ascertain his or her needs.
    • Identify and discuss at least one barrier for success based on the individual’s intellect and his or her sociocultural experiences and perspectives. Critique the contributions of community-based programs and how they might alleviate issues related to this barrier.

    Imagine that a client is pursuing the acquisition of Corporation A that has a substantial net operating loss

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    • Imagine that a client is pursuing the acquisition of Corporation A that has
      a substantial net operating loss. Corporation B is a member of the controlled
      group and is currently included in the consolidated tax return that also has a
      net operating loss. Analyze the potential advantages and disadvantages of
      Corporation B’s acquisition of Corporation A and Corporation A’s subsequent
      inclusion in Corporation B’s consolidated tax return. Suggest the key tax issues
      the client should consider in determining the deductibility of the net operating
      losses.
    • Imagine that corporations P, S, and C are members of a parent-subsidiary
      controlled group filing a consolidated tax return. Corporations A and B are
      members of a brother-sister controlled group that cannot file a consolidated tax
      return. Design a strategy geared toward creating an affiliated group which makes
      Corporations A, B, P, S, and C all eligible to file a consolidated tax return.

    Topic 5 DQ 3

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    Please respond with a paragraph to the following question, add citations and references:

    Mr. C. is morbidly obese and is experiencing many of the health risk associated with his condition. The most common tool healthcare providers use to determine a healthy weight for an individual is a body mass index (BMI) calculator. A BMI for an individual is an approximate calculation of how much fat you are carrying around in your body. Overall, it is a calculation tool used to help evaluate and determine a person’s risk for certain diseases. If a BMI is on the higher end of the scale it puts an individual at an increased risk for developing health issues. According to the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute [NHLBI], n.d.) when Mr. C’s weight of 296 pounds and height of 5 feet 6 inches are compared it determines his body mass index (BMI) is at 47.8, which is considered morbidly obese. According to the University of Rochester Medical Center (University of Rochester Medical Center [URMC], 2019) a person is considered morbidly obese if they are 100 pounds over their ideal body weight, have a BMI of forty or more, or thirty-five or more and are experiencing obesity-related health conditions, like high blood pressure or diabetes. Mr. C. is experiencing these health risks:

    High blood pressure (BP) that is at stage 2, systolic >160 and diastolic >100. His out of control BP can cause him multiple health risks such as, stroke, heart attack/failure, kidney failure, loss of eye site, peripheral artery disease (PAD), angina and sexual dysfunction (Center for Disease Control and Prevention [CDC], 2015).

    Obstructive sleep apnea is another condition associated with his obesity. This occurs when fat deposits around the upper airway begin to obstruct breathing as well as loss of muscle tone (CDC, 2015).

    An elevated fasting capillary blood glucose (CBG) signifying type 2 diabetes. A fasting CBG >126mg/dL is considered diabetes (American Diabetes Association [ADA], 2016).

    A total cholesterol of 250mg/dL. A level <200mg/dL is considered an adequately controlled cholesterol. A level >240mg/dL is elevated and puts an individual at greater risk for vascular disease (American Heart Association [AHA], 2017).

    High triglycerides of 312mg d/L. This is the fat that builds up in your arteries causing plaque, 200-499 is considered high and increases your risk of heart attack and stroke (AHA, 2017).

    A low HDL of 30mg/dL. This is the good cholesterol and is responsible for removing the bad cholesterol out of your system preventing it from building up in your arteries. A level <40mg/dL is a desired number, it decreases risks for developing heart disease (AHA, 2017).

    Mr. C.’s weight issues have been a struggle for him his whole life. A history of weight loss attempts is not available. According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disease (NIDDK, 2016) Mr. C. is a potential candidate for gastric bypass based on his BMI of > 40 and having a serious health problem of type 2 diabetes and sleep apnea. The National Institute for Care and Health Excellence (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence [NICE], 2014) also states that adults with a BMI >30 and have had type 2 diabetes for less than 10 years should receive a bariatric surgical assessment without any prior attempts to reduce weight through diet and lifestyle changes.

    Based on Mr. C and his daily schedule of meal times and sleep schedule, I would suggest the following schedule:

    Mylanta- 10am, 3pm, 9pm and 10pm

    Ranitidine- 10pm

    Sucralfate/Carafate- 6am, 11am, 5pm and 8pm (Ranitidine and Carafate should be taken 2 hours apart for the best absorption).

    Assessment of Mr. C. functional health patterns:

    Health Perception- He realizes and acknowledges his weight has gotten out of control as evidenced by him seeking information on weight loss surgery. He is trying to manage his hypertension with diet changes and does not seek out medical help for proper management.

    Nutritional/Metabolic- He weighs 296 pounds which puts him in the morbidly obese category. His BMI is 47 with hypertension and diabetes. He consumes three meals and a snack.

    Activity/Exercise- Works at a telephone center where he is sedentary for eight hours in a day at minimum. There is no mention of any daily activity.

    Sleep/Rest- He has sleep apnea which does not allow a good night’s rest due to frequent awakening from apneic episodes. States he goes to sleep at 10pm and is up by 6 am this would potentially give him approximately eight hours of sleep, but not with sleep apnea due to it does not allow the body to fall into the deep sleep (REM) in order to get adequate rest.

    Cognitive Pattern- He is able to maintain a job. He communicates clearly based on the duties of his job at a telephone center. He understands he needs to seek help for his weight.

    Self-Perception- He is definitely not comfortable with his weight and has not been since childhood based on his self-report of considering himself “heavy” as a child. He may have body image issues and low self-esteem.

    Role relationship- His is 32 years old and single. There is no mention of a girlfriend and he may feel as though he is not wanted by the opposite sex based on his appearance.

    Sexuality/Reproductive- Does not have any children.

    Elimination-No info

    Coping/Stress tolerance- He looks as though he may be coping with stress through food and using food as an outlet putting him in an unhealthy pattern.

    The following are five actual or potential problems identified:

    Ineffective health maintenance as evidence by multiple chronic conditions and lack of appropriate health seeking behaviors.

    At risk for delayed surgical recovery due to high levels of blood glucose and insulin resistance.

    Imbalanced nutrition more than body requirements as evidence by a BMI of 47.8, putting him at a dangerously level of obesity that requires immediate action.

    Activity intolerance as evidence by being obese and sedentary lifestyle that includes working in an environment that requires sitting for majority of the work day.

    At risk for non-compliance with new heart healthy diet and exercise regimen. If Mr. C does get obesity surgery, he will need extensive education and teaching on an appropriate diet and exercise program. He has been over weight as a child and has either never been educated on or was never able to comply with dietary restrictions to encourage weight loss or has incorporated levels of activity that promote a healthy heart and healthy weight.

    References

    American Diabetes Association. (2016). Diagnosing diabetes and learning about prediabetes. Retrieved March 24, 2019, from http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-basics/diagnosis/…

    American Heart Association. (2017). HDL (Good), LDL (Bad) cholesterol and triglycerides. Retrieved March 24, 2019, from https://www.heart.org/en/health-topics/cholesterol…

    Center for Disease Control and Prevention. (2015). The health effects of overweight and obesity. Retrieved March 24, 2019, from https://www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/effects/index.ht…

    National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute. (n.d.). Calculate your body mass index. Retrieved March 24, 2019, from https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/educational/lose_…

    National Institute for Health and Care Excellence. (2014). Obesity: identification, assessment and management. Retrieved from https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg189/chapter/1-R…

    National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (2016). Potential candidates for bariatric surgery: Who is a good adult candidate for bariatric surgery? Retrieved from https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/weigh…

    University of Rochester Medical Center. (2019). What is morbid obesity. Retrieved March 24, 2019, from https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/highland/bariatric-…