Principles of Effective Administration and Management
The central theoretical argument of this book is that efficient administration and management are inevitable practices leading to the success of any organization. As such, the principles herein outlined must be judiciously aligned with. All human beings as God's creation in His image should reverence God in the application of the principles and in the administration of the available human and material resources in their disposal for any specific goal.
Stakeholder Engagement
This study, titled, Stakeholder Engagement, Supervisor Ethical Conduct, and Perceived Project Success: A Case Study of ECD Project in Jinja, was conducted to establish the relationship between stakeholder engagement, supervisor ethical conduct, and perceived project success. The study had three specific objectives: 1. To establish the relationship between stakeholder engagement and perceived project success.2. To determine the relationship between supervisor ethical conduct and perceived project success. 3. To explain the combined relationship of supervisor ethical conduct and stakeholder engagement on perceived project success.
The Messy Marketplace
The marketplace for small and midsize businesses is messy. Having peeked behind the curtain at over 10,000 companies, this book aims to demystify the buyers, the process, and the inevitably emotional journey that is selling a company. If you're reading this, you're likely an entrepreneur, a family member or close friend of a business owner, or an advisor to an owner. Great businesses outlast individual careers, including those of owners and founders. At some point, in some way, each business must be transitioned - years pass, people age, markets change, opportunities appear - as do challenges. Selling, whether it be a stake or the whole company, often carries an unfortunate amount of stress, anxiety, and frustration. Most of the time, selling is a once-in-a-lifetime occurrence, and the traditional paths are unnecessarily opaque.Do something enough and you get good at it. Just as you have built your expertise, my colleagues and I have had the privilege to peek behind the curtain at over 15,000 companies - reviewing financial statements, meeting with leadership, and seeking to understand what makes each company tick. Talking with hundreds of business owners, we noticed that many of the same questions, concerns, and thoughts repeat. And that makes sense. Just as all businesses share many commonalities, sellers of those businesses will have mostly similar experiences, with differences in personality, motivation, and situation driving the nuance. This book attempts to demystify deal-making from a seller's point of view. As much as the finance industry likes to pretend to be "buttoned up," investors and bankers are largely disorganized, and the process is unnecessarily shrouded in mystery. It's a messy marketplace, with every type, temperament, and motive imaginable. The goal of this book is to help sellers, the families of sellers, sellers' advisors, and company leadership to understand the market for smaller companies, allowing them to make better decisions and create better outcomes. Our hope is that you walk away from this book better prepared to understand the path forward, the vantage points of everyone involved, and the process of a transition through a transaction with an outside investor. This is the second edition of "The Messy Marketplace." When initially drafted in 2017, we had a little over 10 years under our belt. In the subsequent years, we've seen the marketplace and valuations continue to evolve, endured a pandemic, and made more than a dozen new investments. While most of the original text is intact, the updates underscore what's new or increasingly important when trying to successfully do a deal.
E-commerce
This book has provided you with a comprehensive overview of e-commerce, from foundational concepts to advanced strategies and future trends. Armed with this knowledge, you are well-prepared to navigate the e-commerce landscape, build a successful online business, and stay ahead of the curve. Remember, the key to success in e-commerce is continuous learning, adaptability, and a relentless focus on delivering value to your customers.
Management Mess to Leadership Success
Management Mess to Leadership Success by Scott Jeffrey Miller is a transformative guide that stands out amidst the vast array of books about leadership. Drawing from his own experiences, including failures and setbacks, Miller offers a refreshing perspective on honed skills and leadership development.
Effect of Teamwork on Employees Job Performance
In "Effect of Teamwork on Employees' Job Performance: A Study of Meklit Micro Finance Institution," the scholar delves into how collaborative efforts within teams influence individual job performance in a microfinance setting. The book explores various dimensions of teamwork, including communication, trust, and shared goals, and their direct impact on productivity, job satisfaction, and overall performance. Through empirical research and case studies from Meklit Micro Finance Institution, the author provides insights into the dynamics of team collaboration and its role in enhancing employee effectiveness. This comprehensive analysis offers valuable strategies for fostering a collaborative work environment to boost performance and achieve organizational goals.
Female entrepreneurship and the creation of micro-businesses
Female entrepreneurship and the creation of artisanal micro-businesses in Senegal are essential elements of the economic and social landscape. Senegalese women have long played a vital role in the informal economy, particularly in the artisanal sector, where they often pass on traditional skills from generation to generation.The creation of artisanal micro-enterprises offers Senegalese women a route to economic autonomy, enabling them to generate an income for themselves and their families. These enterprises can range from textile dyeing to jewelry making, pottery and basketry, reflecting the diversity of craft skills present in Senegal.However, women craft entrepreneurs in Senegal often face unique challenges, including access to finance, vocational training and the market. Initiatives to support female entrepreneurship, such as micro-credit programs and business management training, play a crucial role in strengthening these businesses.
International Finance
In today's globalized economy, understanding international finance is crucial for businesses, investors, and policymakers. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and practices of international finance, covering the complexities of global financial markets, exchange rates, and investment strategies.The book begins by introducing the basics of international finance, including the balance of payments, exchange rates, and international monetary systems.The book uses simple examples and case studies to help you understand complex concepts. This book is perfect for students who want to learn about international finance in a clear and easy-to-understand way.
The Organization and Duties of Iran's Chambers of Commerce
According to Article 2 of the Law on the Chamber of Commerce, Industries and Mines of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Chamber of Commerce of Iran is a non-profit organization that has legal personality and financial independence. This organization has been established in order to create coordination and cooperation between businessmen and the owners of industries and mines in important business centers of the country, according to the demand of local businessmen and the proposal of the Ministry of National Economy and with the approval of the government to coordinate their activities and bargain with government institutions to ensure their interests. The Iran Chamber is in charge of managing the secretariat of the dialogue council between the government and the private sector. This chamber has 60 representatives, 40 of which are elected from the private sector and 20 from the government.
Business, Bosses, & Success
Gerald Oppliger, former manager the Shuttle Processing Contract Program as President of Lockheed Space Operations, has written a valuable collection of his insights into how any individual hoping for a successful career in business can achieve his or her goal. In his book-a volume packed with valuable information about every step of any business venture-he tells the reader the essential elements of succeeding at winning contracts; designing a production and fulfilment plan; ensuring the right people are in place; tackling problems; creating the product; and presenting the finished product to the customer's satisfaction. Because every enterprise depends upon the people behind it to succeed, Oppliger lays out what's expected of employees-and offers insights into how YOU can become one of the right people in your career.
The sharpest problems of energy storage, astrophysics and health
Previously, the Author has implemented a number of projects in cooperation with powerful teams of developers and manufacturers. The projects presented in the book can only be implemented by Companies that have enough (team) of specialists capable of solving all technical, financial, legal and other problems. The company that starts promoting the Projects will have the opportunity to obtain Patents in its own name and in the names of specialists who will make a worthy contribution to the specification of technological and design solutions. The return on investment does not exceed several years.
Supermarket Retail Strategies
This qualitative descriptive research, in the form of a case study, of a business centre in the supermarket retail sector that operates in the centre-west region of Minas Gerais, based in Divin籀polis MG, aims to explore and describe its formation and performance. It also presents two of its associates that carry out their activities in the same city and market. Their functional strategies, characteristics and size are analysed under the guidance of theories and authors who discuss business strategy. The result is an assessment of the elements that describe the differences between the two and an analysis of the commonalities that align them as members of the research centre.
Marketing
At the end of the last century, we were at a crossroads when it came to our economic future and a mindset for managing organisations' strategic resources. This content, which has been completely revised, once again attracts attention due to its topicality and necessity, as we observe the entry of the Asian Tigers onto the global competitive scene, especially China. With repercussions on current business strategies, I invite everyone to read this book, which recognises a need of the time that is now an organisational reality: sustainability.
Financial Audit of the Disbursement Cycle
This paper addresses the fundamental issues of the work of financial auditing, its emergence and evolution in the world and in Cuba, its types and main rules of execution. The advantages it provides as it gives information on the financial situation in an entity, benefits the internal control processes and locates possible errors in the financial statements in order to take corrective measures, hence the importance of executing this type of audits in entities that provide benefits to society as is the Centro de Elaboraci籀n del Municipio de Manicaragua that has not received audits of this type and that presents an unfavorable financial situation due to the shortage of raw materials and materials to fulfill its social purpose, thus contributing to identify the risks that affect internal control and to create strategies to adequately plan the use and destination of material and financial resources.
The Process Improvement
Do you think process improvement is a tedious, low-value task confined to the back office of overstaffed companies? Think again.In this insightful book, you'll discover why and how process is the key to consistent delivery, a crucial factor that separates winners from losers in most organizations. The message inside is clear: Embrace process improvement, or risk being overtaken by competitors who do.The author, Vaughn Thurman, a passionate tech leader and company builder, presents undeniable empirical data showing the significant and sustainable advantages that process improvement brings to organizations. He then reveals how to cut through the complexity, drudgery, and friction typically associated with process improvement efforts.Finally, Thurman guides you through easy-to-understand steps to effectively champion and execute change within your organization. This book will transform your perspective on process improvement and equip you with the tools to lead your company or organization to market-leading success.Vaughn Thurman is the Founder and Chief HighGear Evangelist at HighGear, Inc., a leading, intuitive no-code platform for business analysts to rapidly build enterprise-grade workflow applications.
Underpricing and share performance of IPOs
A company's debut on the stock market can become a great opportunity for investors. However, with the implementation of anti-flipping mechanisms, the feasibility of taking advantage of underpricing movements is questioned, since the investor will have to postpone the sale of shares for the minimum period established in the prospectus. This study presents the valuation of shares in IPOs carried out in Brazil at the best moment in the market, which experts call the 'hot issue'. Knowing that this was a unique moment in Brazilian history, it was expected that the result would be very positive in the long term, i.e. for investors who decided to postpone selling their shares. Robust statistical analyses will present the short-, medium- and long-term results of these securities. A special read for beginners looking to learn about the capital markets and Initial Public Offering (IPO) processes.
The use of integrated management systems in healthcare businesses
Nowadays, the use of integrated systems is considered essential for excellent business management. This type of system aids decision-making in any type and size of company, whether public or private. In view of this, this book presents two applied cases with the aim of fostering knowledge in the area of Systems Management, Marketing and Sales, specifically in healthcare businesses. The first study deals with the application of an ERP in a pharmaceutical company. The second looks at the use of CRM in an occupational health clinic.
Emerging Strategy in Context (Covid-19) Iron and Steel Sector Col.
The research project of the iron and steel sector is carried out with the purpose of analyzing the strength of the sector in the Colombian country, reviewing the strengths (Opportunities) and weaknesses (Threats), in order to define how attractive the market is and what impact it has on the economy. For this purpose, the PESTEL analysis tools and Porter's five forces are used, which allow to have a global and macroeconomic vision of the environment. Once this exercise has been carried out, it can be defined that the iron and steel sector is one of the strongest in Colombia (ANDI, 2018) since it is presented as the backbone for the country's development. In the research it is found that this sector is one of the main suppliers of raw materials for strong sectors such as construction, automotive and hardware (Hadad, 2017) which concludes that it is a sector that generates strong profits, which has a strong impact on the market, making it aggressive and tending to have a strong bargaining power with its suppliers and customers.
Analytics
In the pulsating heart of every successful enterprise lies a profound understanding of data. "Analytics: Decision Making through Data" is an illuminating compass for those seeking mastery in the art of leveraging information for decisive action. This book navigates the intricate landscape of analytics, unraveling the symbiotic relationship between data and effective decision-making. From interpreting patterns to forecasting trends, it transforms raw data into strategic wisdom, empowering leaders and practitioners alike. With a blend of practical insights and methodologies, this comprehensive guide equips readers with the tools to harness the full potential of analytics. Whether steering a multinational corporation or propelling a startup, this book serves as a catalyst, propelling decision-makers toward astute, data-driven choices that redefine success. Embark on a transformative journey, where data is not just information but a powerful catalyst for informed decisions. Welcome to the world of "Analytics: Decision Making through Data."
Category Management
This is a sequel to the seminal work by O'Brien on category management. What this book adds is its contextual nature, with authors from sub-Saharan Africa. It further provides the opportunity to reach out to a wider audience on contemporary strategies aimed at managing organizational spend and creating value out of its management. This is a must read for academics and professionals in the area of procurement.
Project Management Information System
This book presents a series of techniques, practices and processes to help project managers and project staff to manage information in a systematic way that will help improve the project interventions. It is through information management that we can improve decision making process, learn and create new knowledge. Knowledge derives from information, as information derives from data. Information becomes knowledge when people do the work and realize an action that generates experiences. The creation of valuable knowledge depends on the adoption of a holistic approach to information management! an approach that takes into consideration organizational culture and politics, information economics and processes, information standards and policies, information strategies and governance. All this translates to an information ecosystem that puts people at the centre and technology as an enabler. Managing a project information system has to do more with managing human behaviors than managing technology.
SIAF and labour productivity in the public sector
The objective is to determine the degree of relationship between procurement and contracting management and budget execution of the Provincial Municipality of Tambopata-2015. The population is made up of 180 one hundred and eighty workers among officials, administrative technical professionals and administrative assistants of the Provincial Municipality of Tambopata obtaining as a sample 123 one hundred and twenty-three officials, administrative technical professionals and administrative assistants. The type of research is non-experimental, the design is descriptive-correlational and the instruments used for this study were the Evaluation Scale of the procurement and contracting management and the budget execution. The statistical analysis applied was Pearson's Correlation Test.
Labour benefits of workers and micro and small enterprises
THE LABOR BENEFITS OF WORKERS AND THEIR RELATIONSHIP WITH THE FORMALIZATION OF MICRO AND SMALL AGROINDUSTRIAL ENTERPRISES IN THE DISTRICT OF TAMBOPATA - 2022", aims to determine the relationship between labor benefits and the formalization of Micro and Small Agroindustrial enterprises in the District of Tambopata - 2022.The research is quantitative and will help us to propose new theories to improve the knowledge of labor benefits in formalization and it is an applied study that allows us to propose new theoretical alternatives. In addition, this research is descriptive and of correlational design, because it describes the relationship between the variables labor benefits and formalization in micro and small agroindustrial enterprises. The population and sample is made up of 40 workers of the MYPES, for the data collection work, surveys were used to measure the level of the variables with their respective dimensions, and were validated with the Cronbach's alpha statistic whose result is 0.790 and 0.764.
Personal and Business Financial Management
In the personal context, effective financial management is a crucial skill for ensuring economic stability and making well-informed financial decisions throughout life. In the organizational context, financial management is one of the most important factors in maintaining a company's success, regardless of its market or size, as it enables the management of all the business's resources and facilitates the strengthening and growth of the enterprise. Based on this understanding, this book was prepared considering the basic theory of personal and business financial management, taking into account the consumption profile of people from different generations; the new consumption habits acquired with the advance of the internet and social networks; and the financial models of technology companies from Silicon Valley.
Virtual Reality Applied to Teaching
The use of Virtual Reality is growing more and more in school management. This is due to technological developments and the facilities that they bring to people's teaching and learning processes. Against this backdrop, this book discusses the use of technology and its importance in education. It also presents the main advantages and challenges encountered when applying new technologies in the field of education.
Ethical Crm
"Ethical CRM: BUILDING TRUST WITH GEN Z" examines the convergence of customer relationship management (CRM) and ethics, specifically focusing on Generation Z's expectations. The book highlights how CRM practices have evolved to emphasize ethical principles like transparency, data privacy, social responsibility, and environmental sustainability. It provides a framework for ethical CRM integration, featuring case studies and strategies that showcase effective engagement with Gen Z. Additionally, it explores future CRM trends, including blockchain for transparency and predictive analytics in ethical decision-making. This guide is essential for business leaders and CRM professionals aiming to build trust and maintain long-term loyalty with Gen Z customers.
Marketing, social networks and consumption
Consumption through online platforms is growing every year all over the world. Making a purchase using a smartphone, a social network and a digital payment method is now a reality for thousands of people. In this sense, it is important for entrepreneurs to understand which of the main strategies applied to social networks are most effective in helping to increase sales and satisfy consumer needs. With this in mind, this book highlights the theory of Digital Marketing; online consumer habits and the main strategies applied to the Instagram social network.
Use of modern tools in small business promotion
The paper describes the international experience of using information and communication technologies in small business on the example of Israel in order to recommend domestic manufacturers to adopt such experience in promoting their products. The importance of information technologies and information support of enterprise activity is disclosed, especially when the modern world development is characterised by the processes of globalisation of economy, information changes, intensification of competition, as well as the world Internet. On the example of Israel it is shown how a small business functions, starting with the development of goals, strategy, product selection, analysing competitors and calculating the break-even point. A comparative analysis is made between Israeli income and domestic, what taxes and social contributions are paid. Recommended our country to use a progressive scale of personal income tax and ERT. It was suggested that domestic small businesses create their own Internet shops and described in detail what set of Internet tools can be used in this case. This will enable small businesses to promote their products at minimal cost, expand the circle of their customers, and thus increase profits.
Handbook On Shopping Centre Management
About the Book"Handbook on Shopping Mall Management: Simplified!" by Nauman Thakur, is a set of 5 booklets that offers a comprehensive guide to navigating the trillion-dollar shopping centre industry. Thakur explores the economic impact, growth factors, and evolving consumer preferences that drive this dynamic sector. Uncover the vital role shopping centres play in local economies, providing employment opportunities and supporting diverse businesses. With a projected industry value of 30 trillion dollars by 2030, this handbook anticipates future trends and challenges. Thakur simplifies the complexities, highlighting the advantages for communities and detailing the essential elements that contribute to a successful shopping centre. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a newcomer, this handbook is your go-to resource for mastering Shopping Mall Management in a simplified manner.About the AuthorMohammed Nauman Thakur, a polymath with a three-decade career spanning engineering, law enforcement, and retail management, unveils his expertise in "Handbook on Shopping Centre Management: Simplified!" Recognizing the industry's needs, he envisions a pioneering institution for shopping centre management. His initial literary endeavour, "My Memoir: Essentials of Mall Management," offers readers a glimpse into his formative years and the inception of his remarkable journey in the realm of shopping centres. A devoted philanthropist, Nauman engages in social work alongside his passion for cricket and golf. In his personal life, he's a dedicated family man to his wife, Dr. Irum Thakur, and sons Nooran and Naushan.
Succession Planning for Impact
Seventy percent of businesses fail or are sold before the next generation gets to take over. Are you one of the 70% of business owners who fear their company won't survive the transition to the next generation? Don't let your life's work crumble when you step away. In Succession Planning for Impact, seasoned CEO and business coach Harry T. Jones reveals the seven essential steps to building a lasting legacy and ensuring your company thrives long after you've handed over the reins. With decades of experience guiding entrepreneurs to success, Harry shares his proven strategies for: Confronting your fears about succession planningEstablishing your succession planning teamDefining your impact and nicheDeveloping leaders on your teamPassing the baton on to your successorsFinishing wellDon't leave your legacy to chance. Whether you're just starting to think about succession or are ready to put your plan into action, this book is your essential guide to building a significant life and a business that will stand the test of time. "I highly recommend this book to any entrepreneur who wants to build a business that will thrive for generations to come. This book is the perfect guide to help you every step of the way."-Sam Campbell IV, CEO, Chattanooga Bakery, the Moon Pie Co.
Predictive Analytics for Business Using R
The fields of mathematical statistics, statistical graphics, computer science and operations research have created the rich set of methods now called Analytics. Often analytics is characterized along three poles: descriptive analytics (what do data tell us), predictive analytics (what can be forecast based on the data, and with what certainty), and prescriptive analytics (how can the data inform changes to improve system performance).This book focuses on the second pole, predictive analytics. The areas of predicting a number, a class, and dynamic behavior are distinct, with different methods. This text has three parts based on these areas. Topics in predicting a number include simple and multiple linear regression, transformation of variables, analysis of observational data via cross-validation, the generalized linear model, designed experiments, and Gaussian process and neural network regression. Classification methods include neural networks, logistic regression, k-nearest neighbor, and linear discriminant analysis. Methods for predicting dynamic behavior include trend analysis, time series analysis and discrete-event dynamic simulation.Characterizing prediction uncertainty is a key focus of this text. The text provides analytic methods appropriate to each area, with an explicit process for applying such methods. Case data with corresponding R code are used to illustrate each method.Predictive Analytics for Business using R is designed for a hybrid class structure. Class sessions can be a blend of lecture format and flipped classroom case analyses. In a two-meetings-per-week fifteen-week structure, one day per week would be devoted to explaining methodology and presenting a case study, with the second day focused on coaching. Given the case structure, the text does not contain homework problems. Instead, at the end of each chapter there are links to cases posted online.
Mastering Fulfillment
Are you tired of fulfillment headaches slowing down your business?This book will help business owners like you streamline fulfillment and keep customers happy.Imagine a smooth, efficient process where orders are delivered accurately and on time. This book will show you how to achieve that.You'll learn to solve common fulfillment problems that can drag down your business.You'll gain practical strategies to manage inventory, streamline logistics, and improve customer satisfaction.Discover how to turn your fulfillment process into a powerful asset. This book will help you save time, reduce costs, and boost efficiency.Benefits you'll get from reading this book: Understand why fulfillment is crucial to your business success so you can focus on growthStreamline your operations, reducing errors and delaysEnhance customer satisfaction by delivering orders on time and in perfect conditionBoost your efficiency, saving money and resourcesImprove your profitability with cost-saving measures that workStay ahead of the competition with adaptable and sustainable practicesStart transforming your business today. This book provides the tools and strategies you need for fulfillment success. Get ready to see real improvements in your operations and customer satisfaction.
Digital tools adopted by marketing agencies
This study seeks to analyze the digital marketing tools adopted by marketing agencies in Cacoal, with a view to identifying benefits, challenges and methods of monitoring campaign performance, as well as understanding how these tools impact local marketing strategies. The results revealed benefits perceived by the agencies when using digital marketing tools, such as increased reach and engagement, transparency of results and increased productivity and scale. In turn, the challenges identified include issues of measuring results, a shortage of qualified professionals and adapting to the constant changes in the digital environment.
Statistical Process Control and Data Analytics
This revised and updated 8th edition retains its focus on processes that require understanding, have variation, must be properly controlled, have a capability, and need improvement - as reflected in the five sections of the book.
Heptagram
What if your business could consistently operate with excellence no matter what and keep evolving for years to come? Learn how to implement the Heptagram system and reliably deliver high-quality service and products to your clients.Your company is a living organism. Provide an environment that will encourage it to grow with the Heptagram method, the 7-pillar business design system for the 21st century.No matter your organization, you can learn to work with a defined operating structure that ensures you deliver high quality and consistency to your customers. The best part? You will also create a company that can evolve and adapt over time to the changing environment, with room for innovation, self-organization, learning, and trust. With the Heptagram method, you can cover all your basics, such as: Building the right organizational structure based on timeless principles and new concepts.Defining business processes, which will ensure consistency and quality.Using IT to automate and make your workflows foolproof.Analyzing metrics to measure success.Managing your organization with trust and communicating well with your team.Allowing room to evolve and change as new ideas, needs, and trends develop over time.Growing and scaling with this newfound freedom.Heptagram is the must-read book that every executive and entrepreneur needs sitting on their desks. Thanks to the Heptagram method, you will: Save timeSave moneyBuild a company that can outlast youHave peace of mindPamela Ayuso is an entrepreneur, writer, and mom. When she's not making memories with her family, she can be found at Celaque, a real estate development and property management company based in Honduras, where she is the CEO and cofounder.
Quality, implications and barriers in small companies
Quality is more than the intrinsic characteristics of a product, quality is akin to a philosophy, where tools and measurements are used to achieve excellence in work. Understanding its characteristics, challenges and implications at the start of an enterprise is a key factor in the management and development of the business. In this book, dear reader, you will find an overview of small businesses in Brazil, case studies of the use of quality tools and philosophies and the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in transforming their businesses.
Interpersonal Communication and Conflicts
Like negotiation, mediation is a method of conflict management which is essentially based on the development of communication between the parties. However, we must not fall into "the naivety of considering communication as a universal solvent for conflict, the simple application of which would be a guarantee of improvement of things". On the contrary, communication can serve both to reduce and intensify conflict and can be used to transmit messages of both hatred and threat as well as reconciliation. To summarize, communication is a useful and necessary tool in mediation, but, again, "good communication cannot guarantee that the conflict will be resolved or even improved, but poor communication greatly increases the likelihood that the conflict will escalate ". Thus, we will examine the particularities of conflictual communication in the epistemological analysis of the main phases of the mediation process by including the recall of the facts, as seen by the protagonists and we will present the best means of group management for communicative leadership.
International market entry strategies - Latin America
The internationalisation of companies has been the focus of many studies and has been approached from different perspectives. Most of them detail aspects of branding strategies and expanding operations, while others deal with financial aspects. In relation to other approaches, different reasons are given for entering the international market. The aim of this study was to investigate the strategies for entering international markets used by a Brazilian pharmaceutical company that is undergoing the process of internationalisation. To this end, it was based on a theoretical framework and, based on data obtained from primary and secondary sources, direct observation, direct contacts and the application of a questionnaire, a diagnosis was made of the stage of internationalisation of this company. The study was characterised as qualitative and exploratory with an illustrative case study. As a result, it was found that although the company has entered six countries in the last three years, this short period does not allow for an in-depth analysis of the financial return, on the other hand the current stage of internationalisation.
The Data Explorer's Guide
"The Data Explorer's Guide: Techniques for Insightful Analysis" equips readers with essential skills and methodologies to navigate the complexities of data exploration, preparation, and analysis. Beginning with foundational concepts and tools for data exploration, the book progresses through practical techniques for collecting, cleaning, and integrating data. It emphasizes the power of descriptive analytics, showcasing how to uncover trends, patterns, and correlations through statistical methods and visualization techniques. Case studies throughout illustrate real-world applications, from preparing datasets for analysis to communicating insights effectively to stakeholders. Ultimately, the book empowers data explorers to harness data as a strategic asset, driving informed decision-making and organizational success across diverse industries.
Business Schools, Leadership and the Sustainable Development Goals
Through introspection, through celebrating successes and learning from failures (retrospection) and through looking forward (prospection), this book aims to inspire a future of management education and leadership development that demonstrates its relevance to sustainable development.
Milk Processing on a Family Farm
This study was carried out to analyse the feasibility of setting up a milk processing agro-industry on a family dairy farm located in the rural area of Campestre/MG in 2014, with the aim of assessing the technical, economic and financial viability of milk processing. The results show that the agro-industrial activity is economically viable and can make a profit. However, from a financial point of view, this activity is inefficient due to the high demand for resources and low return on capital invested, resulting in a low opportunity cost. This can be attributed to the bureaucratic difficulties that exist in the municipality of Campestre/MG, forcing the agro-industry to invest excessively in facilities and machinery that are unnecessary given its estimated production. With this in mind, it can be concluded that, faced with the impositions of municipal legislation, there is no justification for setting up the agro-industry for as long as there is no municipal legislation regulating agro-industrial production for commercialisation in the municipality.
Effects of corporate reputation on the cost of equity capital
Corporate reputation is a representation of users' assessment of a company's actions, and these actions can increase reputational capital and reduce the risks inherent in the activity. Therefore, the aim of this study is to verify whether corporate reputation contributes to a lower cost of equity for Brazilian listed companies. As corporate reputation is a set of perceptions from different stakeholders, we used the Corporate Sustainability Index to capture the perceptions of investors, environmental agents, independent auditors and public purpose organizations; the ranking of the magazine As Melhores da Dinheiro to capture the perceptions of market analysts, and the Social Disclosure Index, prepared by Gon癟alves, De Medeiros and Gon癟alves (2012), to capture the perceptions of investors and external users. As for the cost of equity, the model used was the Gordon model. To this end, 56 companies on the Ibovespa were analyzed from 2008 to 2012.
The Product Manager's Toolkit
"The Product Manager's Toolkit: Methods, Frameworks, and Practices for Success" is an essential resource for both budding and experienced product managers navigating the complexities of modern product development. This book thoroughly covers a spectrum of fundamental and advanced topics, from strategic planning and cross-functional leadership to product lifecycle management and market analysis. It emphasizes the importance of customer focus and technical proficiency, equipping readers with the tools to innovate and execute with precision. The book also delves into real-world applications, demonstrating how effective product management strategies can be applied to foster collaboration across diverse teams and align products with market demands and business goals. Each chapter is designed to build on the reader's knowledge, culminating in a comprehensive understanding of contemporary product management practices that drive successful outcomes.Welcome to a comprehensive exploration of the art and science of product management. Let this book guide and inspire you to new heights in your career as you navigate the complexities of delivering products that truly make a difference.
Modern Management & Communication in Economy and Tourism
The research highlights the critical role of management in driving the success of corporations, businesses, and tourism to develop the economy, comprehensively examining the essential functions of management. Effective management practices in strategic planning, leadership, decision-making, resource allocation, risk management, innovation, and stakeholder relations are necessary to achieve and maintain organizational performance and growth. Firms with robust strategic planning processes consistently outperform their peers, demonstrating the importance of this function in achieving financial and market success. Complementing strategic planning, a well-designed organizational structure ensures the efficient execution of strategies.
Intrapreneurial Organizations
The content of this book presents research that sought to identify the reasons that lead employees of intrapreneurial companies to create their own businesses. A field study was carried out in which five former employees of a company considered to be intrapreneurial were interviewed, all of whom had left the organization in order to set up their own businesses. The data obtained in the field research allowed us to formulate hypotheses that indicate, above all, a certain common conception among the subjects interviewed about the figure of the entrepreneur. This conception then appears as a possible explanatory nucleus for the reasons why these individuals preferred the risks of entrepreneurship to the relative stability of intrapreneurship.
Development of the Western Territories of Lualaba Province
SummaryLualaba province is one of the four provinces resulting from the division of the former Katanga province. This rich mining province is administratively made up of five territories and two towns. It is experiencing considerable economic growth, mainly due to mining royalties from the export of copper cathodes and cobalt hydroxides. However, this economic growth is only really palpable in the southern territories and towns: the Mutshatsha and Lubudi territories and the town of Kolwezi. As for the western territories: Kapanga, Sandoa and Dilolo, they are not benefiting from this economic growth, and it's a real struggle. So, these western territories are really lagging behind in terms of development. The exit plan we have proposed is a triptych, as follows: 1. creation of two public companies owned by Lualaba province; 2. creation of two portfolios, one containing mineral resource concessions and the other agropastoral and fishing resource concessions; 3. production of gold through small-scale industrial mining.
