Business
In the Business section, you can find material dedicated to all things business. This section collects data on the activities of the various companies operating in markets all over the world.
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Problem Solution: Interclean Inc.
Problem Solution: InterClean Inc. Ralph Strano University of Phoenix Human Capital Development MBA530 Bob Hozian May 30, 2006 Problem Solution: InterClean Inc. Introduction “It takes a deep commitment to change and an even deeper commitment to grow." --Ralph Ellison InterClean Inc. is an institutional and industrial cleaning and sanitation company in an $8 billion industry. The CEO knows success is no longer about selling products that clean dirt and grime, but the future is, which
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Problem Solution: Interclean, Inc
InterClean, Inc. has been a leader in the 8 billion dollar industrial cleaning and sanitation industry. The industry has evolved and clients are becoming more and more interested in not just products, but solutions and services. For InterClean, Inc. the only option that remains viable for market dominance is to move from a solely sales-based organization to a solutions-based organization. In response to the markets complete solution demand the company acquired Envirotech. The acquisition has
Rating:Essay Length: 3,491 Words / 14 PagesSubmitted: December 2, 2009 -
Problem Solution: Interclean, Inc
Problem Solution: InterClean, Inc. InterClean is in the industrial cleaning and sanitation industry and currently has primarily a sales based focus towards their customers. In order to succeed and grow in this highly competitive market InterClean has decided to move to a solutions based approach which will offer customers more than just products, it will also offer solutions to their customers cleaning and sanitation needs. At the same time InterClean has decided to merge with
Rating:Essay Length: 3,445 Words / 14 PagesSubmitted: December 15, 2009 -
Problem Solution: Interclean, Inc
Problem Solution: InterClean, Inc. InterClean is a company that finds itself in a common situation in the business world, surviving a merger. To further complicate that issue, InterClean is also in the process of changing its vision and direction from a product-based to a solution-based sales approach. The industry in which InterClean competes is changing. Environmental restrictions and legal issues are also topics that InterClean has to deal with. The following paper discusses possible solutions
Rating:Essay Length: 3,300 Words / 14 PagesSubmitted: February 1, 2010 -
Problem Solution: Interclean, Inc
Problem Solution: InterClean, Inc. By Problem Solution: InterClean, Inc. Human resources are an integral part of an organization. An organization cannot survive without human resource policies and procedures. “Human resource activities in a company must directly support business strategy - and the satisfaction of customer needs” (Walker, 2002, p.59). For most companies that enter a global market, human resources play a huge role in the companies’ success by updating policies to accommodate the new
Rating:Essay Length: 309 Words / 2 PagesSubmitted: May 24, 2010 -
Problem Solution: Interclean, Inc.
Problem Solution: InterClean, Inc. Businesses face changes everyday and top level executives and managers are faced with the task to develop strategies to implement change within an organization effectively and efficiently. One of the most important departments that effect the alignment of organizational structure with change is the Human Resource (HR) Department. Through the development of a comprehensive staffing strategy, HR will need to assess current skills from InterClean, Inc. (InterClean) and EnviroTech, Inc. (EnviroTech)
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Problem Solution: Interclean, Inc.
Running head: PROBLEM SOLUTION: INTERCLEAN, INC. Problem Solution: InterClean, Inc. MBA 530 University of Phoenix Problem Solution: InterClean, Inc. How clean is clean? InterClean, Inc. (InterClean) known for it institutional and industrial cleaning, is seeking innovative ways to increase clients and customers as the industry evolves. InterClean’s clients are looking for services provides who can provide solutions and services that will streamline their cleaning efforts. This paper will outline and discuss; the issues opportunities in
Rating:Essay Length: 353 Words / 2 PagesSubmitted: January 13, 2010 -
Problem Solution: Interclean, Inc.
Running head: PROBLEM SOLUTION: INTERCLEAN, INC. Problem Solution: InterClean, Inc. University of Phoenix Human Capital Development MBA 530 Dr. Alvin H. Steward III January 15, 2008 Problem Solution: InterClean, Inc. Abstract Most of the time when a company evaluate their growth, overall expenses, profit and loss, they end up want to find a way to either improve their way of doing business, or make major changes in order to be able to remain in business.
Rating:Essay Length: 3,183 Words / 13 PagesSubmitted: February 18, 2010 -
Problem Solution: Interclean, Inc.
Problem Solution: InterClean, Inc. University of Phoenix Problem Solution: InterClean, Inc. Interclean has been a leader in the industrial cleaning and sanitation industry. They have recently acquired Envirotech with the vision of creating a new market in providing a complete solution to the customer. This change and acquisition has created some communication, training, and recruiting issues. Situation Analysis Issue and Opportunity Identification Interclean is facing a new challenge as they enter a new strategy
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Problem Solution: Interclean, Inc. Corporation
Running head: PROBLEM SOLUTION: INTERCLEAN, INC. CORPORATION Problem Solution: InterClean, Inc. Corporation Terri R. Glaser University of Phoenix Problem Solution: InterClean, Inc. Corporation The purpose of this paper is to describe the firm’s current situation and to evaluate potential opportunities and challenges. A problem statement will be developed for possible solutions. End-state goals will be defined for the organization. Alternative solutions will be evaluated and selected as part of the implementation plan. In addition to
Rating:Essay Length: 2,502 Words / 11 PagesSubmitted: November 13, 2009 -
Problem Solution: Intersect Investment
Running head: PROBLEM SOLUTION: INTERSECT INVESTMENT Problem Solution: Intersect Investment University of Phoenix MBA/520 January 17, 2007 University of Phoenix Abstract Intersect Investments is a financial consultant company. The CEO and executives intend to implement organizational changes from a sales focus to a customer centric model. The goal is to “provide a broad set of products and services to consumer and small business customers using a model of customer intimacy that will build long-term relationships
Rating:Essay Length: 1,902 Words / 8 PagesSubmitted: February 13, 2010 -
Problem Solution: Intersect Investment
Problem Solution: Intersect Investments The financial services industry has not been the same since September 11, 2001. Many financial firms have struggled to retain clients and Wall Street’s credibility. To be successful in the investment-industry, investment companies need to offer services that are competitive along with offering professional, skilled advice. Intersect Investment, a financial services company, has been struggling in the industry due to internal and external forces for change (Kinicki & Kreitner, 2003). Intersects’
Rating:Essay Length: 931 Words / 4 PagesSubmitted: May 18, 2010 -
Problem Solution: Intersect Investment Company
Situation Analysis and Problem Statement The 9-Step process is used to assess a situation and provide possible solutions. The process includes a risk and benefit assessment for planning purposes. This paper will focus on all 9 steps of the process. Step 1 is to look at the situation and properly identify the situation. Step two is to write a problem statement, a concise, 25 words or less statement of a specific issue to be addressed.
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Problem Solution: Intersect Investment Services
Problem Solution: Intersect Investment Services. Intersect Investment Services is a financial firm that has found itself struggling to survive in a financial services industry that has been in a “state of flux” ever since the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. Customers have become very weary about placing their trust and their money in the hands of the financial services industry. As a result, Intersect Investment Services’ CEO, Frank Jeffers, has developed a “customer intimacy”
Rating:Essay Length: 851 Words / 4 PagesSubmitted: November 18, 2009 -
Problem Solution: Intersect Investment Services
Running head: PROBLEM SOLUTION: Intersect Investment Services Problem Solution: Intersect Investment Services Carla Shepherd University of Phoenix May 15, 2006 MBA520 Problem Solution: Intersect Investment Services In today’s financial environment, the customer is the key to corporate success. Realizing this, Intersect Investment Services developed a customer intimacy model to “build long-term relationships built on trust and value”(Scenario, n.d., pg1). Execution of the customer intimacy model requires commitment from all levels of the organization. This paper
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Problem Solution: Intersect Investment Services Corporation
Problem Solution: Intersect Investment Services Corporation Change is necessary for survival. Only those species able to adapt and evolve will avoid perishing in an environment constant change. Competition, globalization, regulations, and increased demands from employees and customers require businesses to change to keep pace or risk stagnation. The ability to direct a change effort requires leaders with the ability to recognize when change is necessary and identification of the factors that necessitate change. Factors that
Rating:Essay Length: 2,273 Words / 10 PagesSubmitted: November 19, 2009 -
Problem Solution: Intersect Investment Services Corporation
Running head: PROBLEM SOLUTION: INTERSECT INVESTMENT SERVICES CORPORATION Problem Solution: Intersect Investment Services Corporation Wayne Jason Conine University of Phoenix MBA 520 Tim Drake October 24, 2005 Problem Solution: Intersect Investment Services Corporation Intersect Investment Services needs to make an internal sales transformation to add value to customers, employees, products and services. Intersect provides a broad set of products and services to individual consumers and small businesses. In the past Intersect made quick sales calls,
Rating:Essay Length: 1,905 Words / 8 PagesSubmitted: March 10, 2010 -
Problem Solution: Intersect Investments
Running head: PROBLEM SOLUTION: INTERSECT INVESTMENTS Problem Solution: Intersect Investments University of Phoenix Problem Solution: Intersect Investments Intersect Investment is a financial services company who has been experiencing difficulties since the events of September 11, 2001 shook up the investment world. They are a company that needs a new direction, as well as a strong leader to get them there. Janet was hired to be this person and implement a “customer intimacy” policy. She will
Rating:Essay Length: 2,580 Words / 11 PagesSubmitted: December 4, 2009 -
Problem Solution: Intersect Investments
Problem Solution: Intersect Investments People are resistant to change and Intersect Investment needs change in order to survive. This is the dilemma that is tasked to the senior management team. They need to find a way to bring the company on board with a new vision which is a stark contrast to the way things used to run at the company. Although, it will not be easy, success will guarantee a future for the
Rating:Essay Length: 3,148 Words / 13 PagesSubmitted: December 28, 2009 -
Problem Solution: Intersect Investments
Running head: PROBLEM SOLUTION: INTERSECT INVESTMENTS University of Phoenix MBA520: Transformational Leadership Patricia Neu June 4, 2007 Problem Solution: Intersect Investments Since September 11, 2001, Intersect Investment has struggled as many other financial firms have in a climate that has been chaotic and inconsistent. Many investment firms are combating this challenge by changing the services offered or expanding them to attract more customers. Intersect’s chief executive officer Frank Jeffers recognized that his company would have
Rating:Essay Length: 1,051 Words / 5 PagesSubmitted: December 30, 2009 -
Problem Solution: Intersect Investments
Running head: PROBLEM SOLUTION: Intersect Investment Services Problem Solution: Intersect Investment Services University of Phoenix Problem Solution: Intersect Investment Services. Intersect Investment Services is a financial firm that has been under a tremendous amount of economic pressure for the last four years. After the September 11, 2001 World Trade disaster, customers have become weary in relation to the financial services industry. Intersect’s leadership team is in the need of rebuilding their customers relations in order
Rating:Essay Length: 483 Words / 2 PagesSubmitted: March 7, 2010 -
Problem Solution: Intersect Investments
Problem Solution: Intersect Investments Jennifer Walters University of Phoenix, Houston MBA/520 Transformational Leadership WS06V2010S Ross A. Wirth, Ph.D. January 3, 2007 Word count = 4008 Abstract Intersect Investments is a company trying to survive in an uncertain industry after the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Janet Angelo has come to Intersect Investments with a twelve-month time limit to transition Intersect Investments to embrace a model of customer intimacy. Intersect is struggling with the
Rating:Essay Length: 4,293 Words / 18 PagesSubmitted: March 26, 2010 -
Problem Solution: Intersect Investments
Running head: PROBLEM SOLUTION: INTERSECT INVESTMENTS Problem Solution: Intersect Investments Your Name Here UofP Problem Solution: Intersect Investments Intersect investments CEO Frank Jeffers recognizes the changes in the financial service industry and realizes his company needs change. Companies that try cost-cutting tactics by increase number of service calls and reducing the average call time are losing customers and employees at a quicker rate then in the past years. Frank's Vice President of Marketing Joel Contino
Rating:Essay Length: 1,298 Words / 6 PagesSubmitted: April 3, 2010 -
Problem Solution: Intersect Investments
RUNNING HEAD: Problem Solution: Intersect Investments Problem Solution: Intersect Investments Amos Richard Wills University of Phoenix May 16, 2007 Critical Aspects of the Company's Current Situation Since 2001, the financial service industry has been in a constant state of change, fluctuating markets, and inconstant leadership. The volatile climate has left many financial firms struggling to keep both their clients' trust and Wall Street's credibility. To succeed, financial firms and investment companies need to expand their
Rating:Essay Length: 2,339 Words / 10 PagesSubmitted: May 1, 2010 -
Problem Solution: Intersect Scenario
Running head: PROBLEM SOLUTION: Intersect Investment CORPORATION Problem Solution: Intersect Investment Corporation Michelle Wyms University of Phoenix Problem Solution: Corporation “All of us, at one stage or other, have experienced a situation in which we have found ourselves not trusting another person. This could have been someone we have just met and almost immediately have not felt comfortable with them. Expressions like "Wouldn't trust him/her as far as 1 could kick them" or "Wouldn't touch
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Problem Solution: Kuiper Leda
Running head: PROBLEM SOLUTION: KUIPER LEDA Problem Solution: Kuiper Leda James Stone Problem Solution: Kuiper Leda Inventory management involves planning and controlling inventory from the raw materials stage, through to the customers end. Businesses rely on suppliers for inputs that are required to manufacture products. Kuiper Leda Inc. is located in the republic of Novamia, and is an electronics component manufacturer. Their specialty is electronic control units and sensors, which are highly used in the
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Problem Solution: Kuiper Leda Inc.
Running head: PROBLEM SOLUTION: KUIPER LEDA INC. Problem Solution: Kuiper Leda Inc. University of Phoenix Dallas May 23, 2006 MBA - 550 Problem Solution: Kuiper Leda Inc. In this paper we recall and further develop an inventory model formulated by one student of MBA 550. One will make some generalizations of the theorems of Chase, Jacobs and Aquilano with application to a reliability type inventory problem. The basic assumption made in connection with this reproduction
Rating:Essay Length: 372 Words / 2 PagesSubmitted: November 10, 2009 -
Problem Solution: Lawrence Sports
Problem Solution: Lawrence Sports Inc. The significance of developing a working capital policy that allows a company to prepare for long-term opportunities is extremely important in today’s ultra-competitive business world. The scenario facing Lawrence Sports is one that emphasizes the need to secure a firm's optimal cash balance to help cover emergency costs. The scenario also places emphasis on the importance of having adequate collection policies and payment terms. By developing metrics to monitor working
Rating:Essay Length: 663 Words / 3 PagesSubmitted: November 20, 2009 -
Problem Solution: Lawrence Sports Inc.
Problem Solution: Lawrence Sports Inc. Lawrence Sports (Lawrence) has encountered issues with maintaining enough cash flow to operate properly and is on the verge of financial destruction. In order improve their current working capital management and cash budget, Lawrence must implement approaches that will allow them to have capital available whenever needed while optimizing its resources. Several processes are available in which Lawrence can use to maximize liquidity and ensure cash optimization allowing them to
Rating:Essay Length: 966 Words / 4 PagesSubmitted: December 3, 2009 -
Problem Solution: Lawrence Sports, Inc
Problem Solution: Lawrence Sports Inc. Lawrence Sports, a manufacturer of sports equipment, is having cash flow problems. On one hand it has obligations to pay its suppliers, but on the other hand it is expecting receivables from a customer that is unable to pay in a timely manner. On the surface, this may seem like a small problem, but in reality one has to ask, “how did this happen?” Obviously, cash outflows are exceeding cash
Rating:Essay Length: 3,259 Words / 14 PagesSubmitted: November 20, 2009