13266Choose someone you think would exemplify the great man theory from Chapter 1. Explain why. Then based on your reading in the pdf on leadership styles, explain which leadership style this "great man or woman" exemplifies and why. Make sure to choose someone that your classmates...
13264The textbook authors present leadership principles, techniques, and methods in the form of “Nine Key Areas of Leadership” (Manning & Curtis, 2021, p. 11). Approaching the multi-faceted construct of leadership from this perspective allows you to improve the likelihood of success for yourself, your team,...
13230Respond or elaborate on the discussion post below: If I were at a lunch meeting with executives or in an interview for a management position, I would focus on two critical areas to demonstrate my capacity to enhance supply management: Artificial Intelligence (AI) integration in purchasing...
13229Respond or elaborate on the discussion post below: Imagine sitting down for lunch with top executives or walking into an interview for a management role. In that scenario, I'd aim to showcase how I can bring real value to supply management by focusing on two...
13201Respond or elaborate on the response below: Toyota, without a doubt, stands out as one of the top examples of lean manufacturing. They have been leading the global auto industry, and a big chunk of their success is thanks to the lean practices they use in...
13200Response or elaborate on the response below: One prime example of a business that has adopted lean manufacturing is NIKE, Inc. This internationally recognized corporation has made a name for itself in producing footwear, apparel, and equipment. NIKE has successfully implemented lean manufacturing through a holistic...
13195Suppose you were at a lunch meeting with your organization’s executives, or you were interviewing with a large organization for a management position. How would you convince them, in about 200 words or so, that you would be able to make a positive contribution in...
13167During this course, you will complete a journal each week where you will work on one aspect that will help you prepare for the course and reflect. This journal will allow you to capture new ideas from knowledge gained and record your thoughts throughout the...
13166As organizations and individuals rely increasingly on the internet to provide faster and larger amounts of content and more devices are connected, bandwidth becomes a concern. What are the implications of having fiber-optic cable to everyone’s home? How will our society change as internet speeds...
13165Companies work very hard to earn a competitive advantage within the marketplace. One of the optimal ways to do this is to be first to market with a new idea, product, or service. Frequently, companies set up research and development (R&D) teams within their company...