13720Discussion Overview Even managers who spend their careers working in the United States still need to be aware of international macro and micro trends. These external factors, mostly outside of a leader's control, may result in opportunities and threats. More recently, China has been on the...
13719Recruitment of Females and Military Veterans Before you begin this assignment, be sure to review the Module 2 Background readings. You work as VP of Human Resources for a private-sector employer in an industry that has historically attracted only civilian males (for example, earth-moving equipment, steel making,...
13716Respond or elaborate on the discussion post below: Advancements in technology have played a significant role in accelerating globalization, fostering stronger connections and integration between countries in economic, cultural, and social spheres. Two fundamental technological advances, the proliferation of the internet and the evolution of transportation...
13715Respond or elaborate on the discussion post below: I believe there are three broad ways U.S. business managers seem to regard global trade. First, many seem to disregard it and hope it will simply “go away!” This is particularly prevalent in small and medium-sized businesses. “It...
13714Respond or elaborate on the discussion post below: Strategic Reserve or safety stock is the extra inventory that is held by an organization to ensure that consumer demand is met while accounting for supply chain disruptions, changes in market conditions, and operational delays (Bowersox et. al.,...
13713Respond or elaborate on the discussion post below: Maintaining a strategic reserve, or inventory buffer, means ensuring that a company has sufficient stock to manage fluctuations in demand and supply disruptions. It serves as a safeguard against uncertainties such as supplier delays, transportation issues, or unexpected...
13712Respond or elaborate on the discussion post below: Taking my time to dive into Artificial Intelligence (AI) in management and leadership. AI is becoming an increasingly significant factor in the global economy, with projections indicating substantial economic benefits. AI is defined as the application of techniques...
13711Respond or elaborate on the discussion post below: For this discussion I chose to focus on artificial intelligence (AI) in human resources (HR) because it’s transforming how organizations recruit, train, and manage employees. One of the major macro-trends driving AI in HR is this shift toward...