Organizations of Critical Issues in Business

Question: Discuss about the Organizations of Critical Issues in Business. Answer: Introduction Leadership is the key component in the organizations of modern competitive business world. Research has been conducted on the importance of leadership in organizations while maintaining the organizational change. On the contrary, organizational change is necessary for the growth of the company who are operating in a dynamic and complex business environment. Increase in the transformation of the organizational structure and business model are considered as the critical driver in the perspective of organizational success. However, leadership in this context acts as an enhancer in developing organizational change in a particular company (Choudhary et al. 2014). Globally all the business leaders have accepted the fact that appropriate form of leadership helps in development of organizational performance as well as organizational change. There is a relation between change management and leadership in the organizational success. The study discusses about different aspects of leadership in different organizations as well as various aspects of change management that result in organizational success. Leadership is the topic that is popular among all types of organizations (Lozano et al. 2013). The study will describe about the views of different authors regarding the role of leadership in different situations of organizational change and organizational success. Cynical view of the leaders and the owners of the organization have perceived the change that the transformation of the leadership and the operational procedures are proven to strengthen the organization pedagogy as well as personal ideology. However, global leaders also receive negative sentiments from the different groups of employees when they are following the path of organizational change (Dinh et al. 2014). Literature review on role of leadership in organizational change In this section, critical review of literature regarding the above-mentioned topic is being discussed with the view of different authors. According to Cameron and Green (2015), organizations excel while they adopt change as soon as possible. Teams of different organizational change must know the need of the organizational change. The role of the leaders in the companies must have a clear and clear crisp knowledge about the group dynamics and strengths of the teams. Communication will be initiated as per the nature of the groups regarding the needs of group dynamics. While determining the results of the organizational change, leadership plays a vital role in defining the group dynamics as well as the pros and cons of the group. As stated by Lozano et al. (2013), there are many sustainable development initiatives that are adopted by the universities while mitigating the gap between the skills of the students and the requirements of the companies. The authors focus in the gap specifically in formulating various strategies in the development of leadership among the students who are learning different subjects. The article focuses on the curricula of the universities that require changes while focusing on the requirements of the organizations. An institutional framework for new curricula has been formulated by collaborating with the companies and other academic experts. On the contrary, Vaccaro et al. (2013) pointed out that management innovation is the result of appropriate form of leadership. The pace of technological change and pace in the field of technological change, firms feel the need of adopting organizational change. Change not includes changes in the products and services of the company but also it includes the change of the management structure of the organization. However, it can be seen that management innovation is responsible in bringing a potential change within the organizational context by redefining the industry while influencing development of new ideas that is initiated by development of leadership. Seo et al. (2012) stated that the executives and managers of different levels of management in an organization are ready to accept change in order to improve the organizational performance. A research has been conducted among different employees of same organizations. Authors found that there is a longitudinal relationship between employee commitment, behavioral responses and affective experiences. In this study, transformational leadership is focused for initiating organizational change. Transformational leadership helps in shaping the behavior, commitment and affective reactions of the employees at the initial phase. Apart from that, theoretical frameworks of leadership are also implemented in the organizational purposes. On the other hand, Carter et al. (2013) has focuses on the transformational leadership that enhance the organizational citizenship behavior and task performance of the employees. Organizational change is a vital requirement in order to differ the image of the company in the competitive business world. The daily challenge in meeting the competitive needs of the market along with the demands of the market can be eliminated by implementing organizational change through transformational leadership. Managerial effectiveness can be reached by developing transformational leadership within the organizational context. According to Dinh et al. (2014) leadership theories and related frameworks are responsible for bringing change in the behavior and minds of the employees in accepting the change. The dramatic increase of the competitiveness in the market is not only limited to products and services but also to human resource capabilities of the company. The article describes about the implementation of the leadership theory of transformational leadership and global leadership practices all over the world. As stated by Schneider et al. (2013) organizational climate is related by organizational culture. Organizational culture is the culture that is created by the people working in the company i.e. the bundles of experience experienced by people. However, not only the people associated in the company develop leadership, but also it is depended on the organizational culture. The behaviors of the leaders of the organization are framed accordingly with the organizational culture. Situational leadership is the best form of leadership in this perspective. It is the best form that can be responsible for organizational change. On the other hand, Wong and Laschinger (2013) stated that empowerment is defined as job satisfaction, performance and authentic leadership. Authors stated that leadership is depended on many external factors also such as declining economy, advancement in technology and changes in government funding. All these activities are responsible for creating an impact on the empowerment. However, it can be said that the role of empowerment is depended on effective leadership. Similarly, organizational change is responsible for effective form of leadership practiced by the leaders in the organization. The authentic leaders of the organizations are the facilitator of higher quality relationship that leads to active engagement of employees. According to Griffin and Hu (2013), leaders of organizations motivate in the perspective of safety participation and safety compliance. The leaders of the organizations are in support of the LMX theory of leadership and transformational leadership theory. It is seen that these theories are responsible for removing the hindrances of the accepting the organizational change from the minds of the people. The theories of transformational leadership and LMX leadership also enhance safety participation and safety performance. Research has been conducted about the impact of safe working environment in the context of organizational change. As stated by Colbert et al. (2014), leadership and top team management team personality are responsible for the enhancement of organizational effectiveness. Organizational effectiveness can be attained by the effective practice of change management in the strategic management department of the organizations. Indicators of organizational performance can be lagged by lack of conscientiousness of CEO. However, it can be said that the collective organizational commitment is responsible for financial indicators. Scholars of management have been researched about the fact that the top management teams of the organizations are only responsible for practicing transformational leadership in the organization. On the contrary, Hollen et al. (2013) has pointed out the fact that management innovation in the inter-organizational perspective. Authors stated that the manufacturing firms and the service industry is focusing on improving the environmental performance and resource productivity by improving technological aspects. The leaders of these organizations face Intra organizational tensions while supporting the aspect of innovation in the management of the company. Manufacturing companies are merging the theory of management innovation with leadership theories while mitigating the competitiveness of the dynamics of the environment. Resource productivity along with the development of leadership is complementary with each other. As per Wiewiora et al. (2013), organizational culture have proven to be a reason for long term success of organizations. Apart from that organization culture have a direct impact on the leaders that are practicing leadership in the organizations. Authors pointed out that the Australian organizations are very focused to the Australian organizational culture. Influence of organizational culture is described in the context of project based organizations. Organization culture is also prevalent in these type organizations in formulating any types of strategies for organizational change. Leadership and knowledge management are the aspects that go side by side. As stated by Uzkurt et al. (2013), organizations of banking sector are putting emphasis on organizational culture that indirectly improve the firms performance. However, innovation and advancement of technologies have direct impact on enhancing the productivity of the companies i.e. banks. In the article, authors have focused on the relationship between organization culture and leadership facilities. Banking sector of Turkey focuses on the culture of the organization first on the development of leadership. Leadership and management innovation among the organizational leaders is proven to enhance the customer service ability of the employees of the bank. According to Lopez et al. (2013), proactive motivation and transformational leadership is responsible for the antecedent of the change oriented behavior of the organization. A general framework of proactive motivation is discussed in the article that will influence the dimension of individual consideration of transformation leadership. Organizational citizenship behavior is defined as a multidimensional construct where various facets of discretionary behavior that are not directly related to the job content behaviors. Transformational leadership categorize the affiliative dimensions of the behaviors of OCB in a way so that they can promote existing arrangements or relationships between the work and group cohesion. As stated by Real et al. (2014) entrepreneurial orientation and organizational learning have moderate effects on the development of leadership in terms of organizational change. The concept of entrepreneurship is related to the development of leadership and development in the organization. Knowledge creation is related to the development of leadership behavior. The article focuses on the entrepreneurial orientation in the small medium enterprises more than that of the big multinational organizations. Apart from that, it is seen that these organizations usually follow situational leadership in order to proceed with strategies of organizational change management. It is a positive aspect that enhances the organizational performance. As stated by Eisenbei and Boerner (2013), individual creativity and transformational leadership are considered as double-edged sword. Transformational leadership influences the performance of the followers of the leaders of the enterprises. Transformational leadership results in grooming the individual. This enhances the creativity as well as the personality of the employees. Quality of work is improved. It also enhances the creativity of the employees that leads to improved performance of the company as a whole. Charismatic leadership and transformational leadership have very much common in it that is also prevalent among the leaders of organizations. The executives of different levels are allowed to portray their leadership skills in their respective fields of work. However, one negative aspect of transformational leadership is over dependency of the employees to their leaders. According to Millar et al. (2012), transformational vision and organizational change is responsible for the sustainable development of the organizations. Sustainability is the key area that is being practiced by both big multinational giants as well as small medium enterprises. in the article, authors described sustainability as the environmental movement that highlights the corporate social responsibilities of the companies in terms of community development. It is the result of organizational change that is initiated by transformational vision of the organizations. It also builds a strong corporate image in the community along with strong brand reputation (Jacobs et al. 2013). As per Kuipers et al. (2014), change management in public organizations is quite different from private organizations. Intervention of external environment is more prevalent in the public organizations more than that of private organizations. Change management is a constant process that helps in mitigating the demands of the customers as well as the market changes. Leadership of the leaders of these organizations is also considered as the factor influencing the organizational change. Leaders play an imperative role in bringing change in the employees. They motivate the employees while enhances the productivity of the organization. According to van den Heuvel et al. (2013), organizational change is responsible for the development organizations not only in terms of organizational structure but also in terms of productivity. Authors have described about various theoretical frameworks of organizational change management. Companies can implement the theory of Lewins change management model in terms of implementing different aspects of changes in the particular departments of the operations. The employee level constructs in the three phases such as unfreeze, transition and refreeze. Adaptation of changes means adaptation in terms of employee adaptability in managing the transitions of work in the organizational context (Dunn et al. 2012). On the contrary, Wallance et al. (2013) stated that the front line employees of the banks are critical in terms of brand success, as they are the people who are interacting with the customers coming in the bank. Leadership in the banks encourage the bankers and the front line employees so that they can improve their customer service skills and the brand supporting behaviour with the context of service encounters. Authors have described the nature of commitment of the employees in terms of banking and differentiation between normative commitment and continuance. Committed employees are proven to build a brand for the bank in terms of service encounter (Santhidran et al. 2013). As stated by Kissi et al. (2013) transformational leadership has a significant role in building the portfolio of the managers while describing the project performance. Competing with the market needs and meeting the expectations and demands of the clients is the main area of focus of the project managers. In the article, authors have found that transformational leadership of the portfolio managers are found to create a significant and positive relationship in terms of performance of the project. However, it helps the portfolio managers in highlighting the need for exploration of different types of activities while improving the performance of the project (Choudhary et al. 2014). Conclusion The study describes about the critical review of the literature review of the topic role of leadership in organizational change. Different authors have pointed out their views regarding the different forms of leadership in the organizational context. However, it can be pointed out that organizational change is the trend that every type of organizations is ready to accept while creating a dominant position in the marketplace. Innovation of technology and in the competitive business world companies are constantly fighting with each other in terms of product development and improved customer service. There are different forms of leadership such as democratic leadership, autocratic leadership, participative leadership, transformational leadership, etc. Among these forms of leadership, most of the authors of the journal articles have supported the theory of transformational leadership in driving excellence in the organizational change. References Cameron, E. and Green, M., 2015.Making sense of change management: a complete guide to the models, tools and techniques of organizational change. Kogan Page Publishers. 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Tiffany Jones Essay ENC 1101-54Issues: Sex, Race, Politics, and ReligionFinal DraftYES TO NUMBER 1!!!I remember being at work one day when one of my co- workers approachedme in tears. She had just found out that her only daughter would no longerbe able to bare children. It turns out that her seventeen year old daughterhad had three previous abortions without her knowledge. So now my co-workerwill never know the joy of biological grandchildren and her daughter willnever know the joy of biological children. With Election Day inching nearerand nearer, the question on the minds of most Americans and Floridians iswhether to vote for Bush or Kerry? I would like to pull you away from thedaunting task of trying to decide who you want to be your next presidentand push you into one of the issues that is also going to be on theballots. The issue that I would like to discuss is the proposed amendmentone. Amendment one deals with parental notification of the termination of aminors pregnancy. In other words the paren ts or guardian of a minor mustbe notified before an abortion can proceed. Before a minor, a child underthe age of 18, can do just about anything they must have the consent oftheir parents, but not when it comes to them having an abortion. Childrenare not mature enough to make many of their own decisions, but they aremature enough to make such a life-changing conclusion on their own? It hasalready been decided that it is the womans choice to have an abortion ornot so this amendment does not ask for parental consent just parentalnotification. Once you have decided on Bush or Kerry I would like you togive some consideration not to taking away the privacy rights of minors,but protecting the rights of their parents and voting YES for AmendmentOne. We will write a custom essay on Tiffany Jones specifically for you for only $16.38 $13.9/page Order now Opponents of this amendment say that Amendment one violates a minorsright to privacy. If this is the case then when a parent gives consent forany other activity it is also violating that right. So what are the parentsthere for? Every other decision that minor makes, or involves a minor mustfirst go through their parents. Here in the state of Florida before a minorcan get a piercing or even a tattoo they need authorized permission fromthe parent. Piercing and tattoos are far more minor situations yet andstill the parent must first give consent. Now it is more than obvious thatabortion is not a minor surgical procedure. If done improperly or even tooften then there is a chance that the mother may not be able to havechildren in the long run, not to mention the other physical, emotional andspiritual trials and tribulations that are involved with such a majorsurgical procedure. With such high risk involved the parent or guardian ofa minor having this operation should at least have knowled ge of thisprocedure. When a minor goes to the doctor for any other medical analysis,diagnostic, or even treatment parental consent must first be given. Theparent of that minor has to sign a form stating that it is alright for thedoctor to perform such procedures. So the parent must give consent for aprocedure that could very well save their childs life but for a procedurethat could harm their child and grandchild the parent doesnt even have tobe notified? Now if the law is passed it is not saying that the parent mustgive consent it is just stating that they must first be informed. .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9 , .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9 .postImageUrl , .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9 .centered-text-area { min-height: 80px; position: relative; } .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9 , .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9:hover , .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9:visited , .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9:active { border:0!important; } .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9 .clearfix:after { content: ""; display: table; clear: both; } .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9 { display: block; transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; width: 100%; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; background-color: #95A5A6; } .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9:active , .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; background-color: #2C3E50; } .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9 .centered-text-area { width: 100%; position: relative ; } .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9 .ctaText { border-bottom: 0 solid #fff; color: #2980B9; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; margin: 0; padding: 0; text-decoration: underline; } .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9 .postTitle { color: #FFFFFF; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0; padding: 0; width: 100%; } .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9 .ctaButton { background-color: #7F8C8D!important; color: #2980B9; border: none; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: none; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 26px; moz-border-radius: 3px; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; text-shadow: none; width: 80px; min-height: 80px; background: url(https://artscolumbia.org/wp-content/plugins/intelly-related-posts/assets/images/simple-arrow.png)no-repeat; position: absolute; right: 0; top: 0; } .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9:hover .ctaButton { background-color: #34495E!important; } .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9 .centered-text { display: table; height: 80px; padding-left : 18px; top: 0; } .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9 .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9-content { display: table-cell; margin: 0; padding: 0; padding-right: 108px; position: relative; vertical-align: middle; width: 100%; } .u8dfb226492c3d3bb65ebf6c3ad852ac9:after { content: ""; display: block; clear: both; } READ: Photosynthesis EssayWhen a young girl becomes pregnant a lot of the times she is feelingalone and confused and even more so scared. Not only scared of having thebaby but scared of what their parents might think, say, or even do assumingthey were to find out. By getting an abortion they feel as though no onehas to know and their parents wont be angry, disappointed or ashamed ofthem. If these girls knew that their parents would find out about theirpregnancy regardless of whether or not they were to get an abortion itmight make it a little easier for them to confront their parents abouttheir pregnancy. In this situation many young women, even older women, arenot quite sure wh at to do and still are in desperate need of guidance, andtheir parents are usually more than willing to give it. In many instancesthe parent can essentially change the girls perception on aborting theirunborn child. However there are circumstances where parents are not quiteso understanding of their childs decision making. There are somesituations where the young girl is abused, whether it is physical ormental, or kicked out of the home after their parents become aware of theirpregnancy. Though this type of situation does not happen often it doeshappen. If this were the case then there are ways to have the parentnotification waived by providing a third party or judicial bypass tointervene on the behalf of the minor. It is not fair to force a child intomaking a decision that could very well change her life, while she is scaredand alone. This amendment does not ask for consent it just protects theparents right to protect and guide their daughters in making the rightdecision during suc h a critical time in their lives. Many opponents of this amendment are just against abortion alltogether. It has already been decided that, whether morally right or wrong,the decision to have an abortion is ultimately up to the impregnated woman. This amendment is not saying that abortion is morally right it is justsaying that the parents have a right to know about it. Those that might beagainst this amendment would say that this law is a way to try and limitthe access to abortions. That is not the direct intent of this amendmenthowever it is a hopeful outcome. They may also say that it would forceyoung girls to seek abortions in other ways like traveling out of state,seeking to have the procedure performed by doctors that are willingregardless of the law, or even performing self-inflicted abortions. Unfortunately this is a possibility. This type of back-alley procedure isalmost inevitable with any sort of restriction on abortion. When peoplewant to do something they will do it regardless of what the law says. During the prohibition there was moonshine and even today there is thestill the sale of illegal drugs. There are going to be those who try andevade the law but that does not keep the law from trying to protect thepeople. Though this amendment is a way to reduce the number of abortions itis not the only way. Now the amendment is allowing the parents to benotified prior to the abortion, but there should be some measures takenbefore we get into this situation. Parents want to be informed if theirchild is seeking an abortion, but they need to take a few steps to helpprevent the pregnancy in the first place. Parents should take time early onto communicate and teach their children, not just their daughters, aboutsex and the results that could come of it. Talking to children early onabout what to do in the event that they do become pregnant may eliminatethe need to have this law passed. Parents not only need to teach theirdaughters about what to do in the event of an unwanted pregnancy, but theyalso need to develop a relationship with their daughters so their daughterswill not be afraid or ashamed to tell them about what is going on in theirlives. .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5 , .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5 .postImageUrl , .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5 .centered-text-area { min-height: 80px; position: relative; } .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5 , .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5:hover , .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5:visited , .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5:active { border:0!important; } .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5 .clearfix:after { content: ""; display: table; clear: both; } .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5 { display: block; transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; width: 100%; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; background-color: #95A5A6; } .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5:active , .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; background-color: #2C3E50; } .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5 .centered-text-area { width: 100%; position: relative ; } .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5 .ctaText { border-bottom: 0 solid #fff; color: #2980B9; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; margin: 0; padding: 0; text-decoration: underline; } .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5 .postTitle { color: #FFFFFF; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0; padding: 0; width: 100%; } .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5 .ctaButton { background-color: #7F8C8D!important; color: #2980B9; border: none; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: none; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold; line-height: 26px; moz-border-radius: 3px; text-align: center; text-decoration: none; text-shadow: none; width: 80px; min-height: 80px; background: url(https://artscolumbia.org/wp-content/plugins/intelly-related-posts/assets/images/simple-arrow.png)no-repeat; position: absolute; right: 0; top: 0; } .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5:hover .ctaButton { background-color: #34495E!important; } .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5 .centered-text { display: table; height: 80px; padding-left : 18px; top: 0; } .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5 .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5-content { display: table-cell; margin: 0; padding: 0; padding-right: 108px; position: relative; vertical-align: middle; width: 100%; } .u483520aa81527f9ed64b4868f83211d5:after { content: ""; display: block; clear: both; } READ: The Catcher In The Rye Essay SacrificeThey cant vote, they cant smoke or drink, they cant even go on aschool field trip without the permission from their parents and yet theycan kill the very life that grows inside them without telling a soul. Itdoesnt matter if you are for or against abortion. Whether you think it ismorally right or not is not the question at hand. The question is if aminor has to get permission for every other decision that they make, whythen is it legally right for them to make such a huge life alteringdecision without letting their parents know that they are even consideringit. The amendment does not ask the minor to obtain the parents permissionto get an abortion just that someone tell them that their daughter is aboutto get one. I know the opponents want to ensure that the minors right toprivacy is not violated but what about the parents right to raise,protect, teach and guide their children. Vote YES for Amendment 1.

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Essay Writing Topics For Grade 3When writing an essay, there are certain topics for grades 3 that you have to focus on. These include subjects that you will be writing about, and the information that you are writing about. You will find that it can be quite easy to determine how to write an essay if you focus on these topics.For instance, if you want to look at a topic that is going to be outside of your studies, you can look at other things. You can look at some type of sport, or even just learn something about a person. One thing you can do is get involved in the area where you are going to be studying. If you want to look at a topic that is related to your career choice, you can look at the skills and talents that you need to have in order to be successful.You might even consider looking at some people who have a particular interest in a particular field. That way, you can look at some of the skills that they have and see what those may have to do with being successful.Another one of the topics that you will want to look at is how to decide what type of subject you are going to use in your essay. You may have to think about what types of topics you want to use, as well as what types of topics you want to avoid. Some topics you will be looking at will have to do with sports, while others may have to do with business.Be sure to look at what you have to say about this subject. What is the main thing that you are going to focus on? This will be important in that you will want to be able to write an essay that really has depth and clarity.You may also want to look at a special topic that you know someone in your family has experienced. That way, you can write an essay about the unique experiences that they have had. In this way, you can be able to write an essay that will not only be original but also interesting to read.Now, when you are writing an essay, it is going to be a good idea to make sure that you focus on topics that you have chosen. If you take time t o think about what topics you want to focus on, you will have a better chance of doing so. In addition, you will be able to write an essay that will be more concise and helpful in that it will be easier to understand.

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SM REPORT Essay Example SM REPORT Essay SM REPORT Essay Furthermore, this permitted ISM to assess the types of opportunities and threats that might arise from the industry environment. This report will also examine both threats of new entries and substitutes, and both bargaining powers of buyers and suppliers that will affect the decision making process of ISM. With the addition of competitive rivalry, this report will demonstrate how ISM can use innovation and various business strategies to stay ahead in the industry. The findings of this report will highlight the financial profitability and stability of ISM. It will analyses how training and development will help improve the skills and motivation of Isms employees. It will also depict how research and development would allow ISM to innovate and improve on its manufacturing processes. This report will also indicate how the positive brand image, along with other business strategies influence the decision making recess of ISM, allowing it to remain competitive and achieve sustainability in its growth within the industry. 2. Background Information ISM International Limited is the global leader in branded healthy lifestyle products. Listed in the Singapore Stock Exchange, ISM has over 30 years of experience and uncompromising dedication in developing innovative and reliable healthy lifestyle products (ISM AAA). Established in 1 980, ISM is a niche marketing company with a focus on the consumer. The Group is innovation-driven and is an Intellectual Property (IP) developer. ISM uses innovative selling approaches and constantly enhances its innovation capabilities to produce successful products with superior designs, features and quality. As an IP developer, ISM controls its brands, designs, technologies and concepts. ISM operates a wide point-of-sales network of more than 1 1 93 outlets in more than 369 cities across 31 countries in Asia, Oceania, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and North America (ISM 2012). The ISM business consists of 4 focuses which together reflect the brands holistic approach to healthy lifestyle. 3. Macro-environment Analysis Macro-environmental analysis is the initial stage in comprehensive strategic planning. The purpose of the analysis involves the study of current and potential change and the assessment of the impact of changes on the organization (Ginger and Duncan 1990). . Optical Singapore government offers loans, grants, tax incentives and Nan-financial assistance to help organizations grow their business. SPRING Singapore provides funding such as the Customer-Centric Initiative to support projects undertaken by organizations in the healthcare sector to improve customer experience and benchmark themselves against industry standards. ISM has achieved significantly la rge amount of government development grant as shown in Figure 1 (refer to Appendix 9. 1). 3. Economics The global macroeconomic conditions have stabilized in recent months against the backdrop of improved financial market conditions, and the outlook for Singapore economy remains positive. According to Singapore Department of Statistics (2013), Singapore has grown by 1. 3 per cent in 201 2 and real GAP growth in 2013 is expected to be 1 to 3 per cent. With the global economy continuing to show affirmative signs of improvements, we hence see potential in the group to rake up more sales going forward, given its huge outwork of outlets. 3. Social As Singapore continues to grow and develop, maintaining the quality of life has become increasingly important. Healthcare products are no longer deemed as a luxury good but a necessity, as society trends towards a more sophisticated and healthy lifestyle. With higher population densities and rising expectations of individuals well-beings, the l ifestyle needs of a more diverse society will be a key challenge as well as an opportunity for ISM. With an increasing ageing population in many societies, ISM can consider how they can better cater to the lifestyle needs of this particular group. 3. Technological The new competitive landscape, driven by the technological revolution is moving towards an increasing focus on innovation, both in technology and new products or services. Being the global leader in healthy lifestyle products, ISM is in the forefront of innovation and the development of a wide range of products to bring the greatest health benefits to consumers. In order to stay competitive, companies are required to use the latest technology in product innovation, continue to develop new technology, actively participate in global markets, and structure themselves to gain advantage in these markets (Hit, Keats and Demark 1998). Furthermore, new technology is allowing firms to customize products to consumers more quickly and economically in terms of production output and cost reduction activities. 3. Relating Key drivers for change with Opportunities and Threats A PASTEL analysis of the macro-environment enables organizations to anticipate opportunities, reveal threats, and carefully develop responses to change (Johnson, Whetting and Schools 201 1). It is important to analyses how the factors in the framework are changing and how they are inter-connected. The technology developments in ISM may affect the social factor such as nonusers lifestyle by introducing more leisure. For a Health and Lifestyle industry, the two most important key drivers for change are social and technological changes. Societal change such as emphasis on overall well- being for longer life expectancy may drive the potential for producing a more comprehensive range of healthy lifestyle products. Similarly, major technological advancements may have a positive impact on Isms research and development (R) activities. An example is ISM massage chairs which are designed in combination with the convenience of the mobile app technology, the ISM divine app (ISM Bibb). On the contrary, a social change in consumers preference for more outdoor leisure activities may pose a threat to Isms future home healthy lifestyle products. Similarly, the global economic conditions may pose a threat to Isms business. The nature of ISM products make them more susceptible to reduced demand in times of economic downturn than other kinds of business as their products may not be considered as essential health products (ISM 2011). . Porters Five-Forces Porters five forces model helps managers recognize and analyses competitive forces within the industry, predict new prospects and challenges and prepare bible strategies against future challenges and threats (Hills and Jones 2008). 4. 1 Threat of new entry In the healthy lifestyle products industry, scale and experience, technology and high capital investment pose as high bar riers of entry. Established industry players enjoy optimal levels of economies of scale whereby there is large-scale production at a lowest cost. This deters new entrants as it would be expensive for them to compete due to higher unit costs. New entrants do not have the relevant experience and technology that existing competitors have that allows them to enjoy cost advantages through efficiency. In addition, regulations such as patent protection and trademarks safeguard the rights of established industry players and prevent new entrants from tapping on their knowledge and resources. The high barriers of entry lead to low threat of entry due to the high level of experience, cost savings and technology that existing large operators possess. Overall, the threat of entrants is relatively low. 4. Threat of Substitutes The presence of many key players in the international market evidently shows a relatively high substitution level in the healthy lifestyle products industry. Global consumer trends have observed that consumers have become more cautious about their spending habits; however, they are still willing to spend on items that are durable and value for money (Remuneration International 2012). This trend recognizes the threat of substitutes that results from the ratio of price to performance. Environmental-wise, there is an increasing demand for products that are more sustainable, environmentally friendly and ethically produced. Lastly, technological innovations have resulted in relatively low cost of transfer to another industry, such as the beauty industry, increasing the level of substitution. Overall level of substitutes to latherer lifestyle products is relatively high. 4. Bargaining power of buyers In this industry, quality, innovation, product diversity and the ratio of price to performance factors play vital roles. Economically, emphasis should be placed on understanding and considering the expectations and experiences of consumers before prices are adjusted, irrespective of the prevailing economic conditions (Analogy and Kari 2003). Technologically, the Internet age has resulted in a group of more informed consumers. Coupled with the wide variety of options in the market the power of buyers is enhanced as they are blew to switch to other brands easily. As buyers hold high bargaining power in the industry, differentiating ones brand through product innovation and development would prevent buyers from switching to other comparative substitutes easily. Overall, the bargaining power of buyers is high. 4. 4 Bargaining power of suppliers Economically, it is more cost effective to stay with the original supplier, especially during periods of high inflation rates. Due to goodwill, the original supplier would give companies longer credit terms, which would in turn increase the liquidity of companies in the business. Technology such as analytic, software tools and telecommunications are part of providing better information to existing industry players at a lower cost, and in product distribution. Besides, employees as suppliers for knowledge in the production process have placed operators in a vulnerable position. The high bargaining power of suppliers creates an unfavorable situation for industry players. ISM recognizes the importance of their employees and tries to reduce the bargaining power of suppliers by providing their employees with good welfare and benefits (ISM 2011 Overall, the power of suppliers in this industry is high. Competitive Rivalry This force identifies the level of competition posed by direct competitors whose target market is similar to the organization. Although political measures strive to reduce the presence of inferior quality and unsubstantiated products in the market, weaker economic conditions gave rise to more conservative spending, resulting in the growth of the bl ack market and stiffer competition within the industry. The extent of competitive rivalry has also increased due to current technological advancements that have quickened the growth rate of research and development in the industry. Even though the extent of competitive rivalry is high, existing operators should continue to innovate and build brand loyalty so as to compete and differentiate themselves in the industry. Otherwise, the extent of competitive rivalry in the healthcare lifestyle products industry is high. 4. Overall Five Forces Impact Using the five forces model to analyses the industry, it is increasingly favorable and attractive for potential and new industry players. 5. Resources and Competences Based on the resource-based view of strategy, the competitive advantage and superior performance of an organization is determined by its distinctive abilities (Heartfelt 1984). Strategic capabilities refer to the capabilities of an organization that contribute to its long-term survival which consists of its resources and competences (Mentors 2004), and when resources are deployed efficiently and effectively, it is said to be the firms core competences (Johnson, Whetting and Schools 2011 5. Financial Resource 2012 201 1 (AS million) Growth (%) Sales 602 554 Profit 87 69 +32 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year 193,813 73,157 Cash and cash equivalents at end of year 201 ,731 According to ISM (201 3), the Group has achieved its third consecutive year f record profit despite a tough economic environment. Isms ability to manage its cash flow has been reflected in the increased of cash and cash equivalents at end of both 2011 and 2012. For its balance sheet, it was evident that ISM has been improving its cash position and paring down its borrowings consistently, due to its strong positive operating cash flows over the years. They had done well in building a strong balance sheet with a net cash position of SASS million (ISM 2013), and showed superior management in its cash flows. 5. Inhuman Resource Johnson, Whetting and Schools (201 1) propose that the efficiency and effectiveness of the people in an organization depend not just on their existence, but on the relationship and cooperation between customers, partners or suppliers. In an attempt to build relationships across valuable networks, ISM signed a cooperation agreement with LEG Electronics Inc to enlarge its presence and market share in South Korea (ISM 2007). The Group has also gone into several partnerships (Figure 2; refer to Appendix 9. 2) whereby ISM can leverage on their nationwide specialty outlets across numerous states. Brand is always foremost in the company and consumers minds; hence, ISM ensures that everyone gets involved to ensure consistency In customers experience with the brand. It achieves this by implementing continuous improvement to keep the skills of its staff updated (Tem portal 2006). . Intangible Resource Hall (1992) argued that a companys reputation is perceived as one of the most significant resources which make the most important contribution to business success. ISM Asia No. 1 is an independent research conducted by Syncopate an international market research company, to determine Saiss most preferred brand of healthy lifes tyle products. The study found ISM to e a leading international brand with a strong presence in its key markets. The value reflected the brands ability to deliver a compelling and consistent experience that was relevant to its customers. Its superior brand image is clearly shown in Figure 3 (refer to Appendix 9. 3). 5. Vern Strategic Capabilities as a Basis of Competitive Advantage A firm achieves sustainable competitive advantage when the implemented value creating strategy is not similar to the strategies of current or potential competitors, and benefits of this strategy are not easily replicated by competitors (Barney 1991). In order to understand sources of sustainable nominative advantage, the value chain of ISM is considered in the diagnosis of its strategic capabilities. . 4. 1 V- value of Strategic Capabilities Considering the primary activity (marketing and sales), and support activities (technology development and human resource management) of ISM value chain in Figure 4 (refer to Appendix 9. 4), these capabilities provide the exploitation of opportunities and neutralist threats. Technology development, such as Isms in-house team enables the Group to enhance its R competencies to provide greater value-add t o its business and greater input to the design of its products. According to COBS (201 0), ISM has been actively adding its product range by renewing its product line by up to 25% every six month to cater to the changing needs of consumers. In addition, Isms message of We focus on attracting and grooming great talent committed to our companys goals (Temporal 2006) has proven that its human resource is seen as providing potential competitive advantage. It supports the notion of Happy staff, happy customers through providing training and development. In terms of marketing and sales, ISM has an extensive point-of-sales network and geographical coverage in their markets (refer to Appendix 9. Whereby consumers are made aware of their products and are able to purchase it. 5. 4. 2 R-rarity of Strategic Capabilities Rare capabilities are those possessed uniquely by one organization or by a few others. ISM has worldwide technology patents that give it advantage. For example, Isms patented Music-Synchronized Massage technology and patented ISM Human-AD mas sage programmer which are designed together with its massage chairs. Andrea and Cobra (1996) argued that rarity provides competitive advantage if it meets customer needs, and are of value to them. The convenience of the mobile app technology on its massage hairs has significantly eased the control and transformed into an intelligent, multi-sensory enjoyment for consumers. In summary, ISM has a number of strategic capabilities that are valuable and rare. However, it is not difficult for competitors to imitate the tangible resources of ISM as these can be acquired or imitated over time, and the risks of its product and service substitution are relatively high given the increasing demand for sophisticated and healthy lifestyle. ISM needs to develop products that are inimitable and non-substitutable to increase its bases of sustainable competitive advantage. 6. Business Strategy There are three generic types Of business strategies; cost-leadership, differentiation and focus strategies, with cost-focus and differentiation-focus strategies as subsets of focus strategy (Johnson, Whetting and Schools 201 1). The strategies that ISM is implementing are identified to be differentiation-focus strategies, which refer to the focus on the specialization of creating valuable good and services to answer specific needs of consumers in order to achieve price premium. MM, being the pioneer in the healthy lifestyle industry, focuses on bringing the lifestyle of well-being to their customers (MUM 2007). As a result, the numbers of ISM outlets have continuously grown in many shopping malls. ISM maintains strong relationships with shopping mall owners such as Capitalist and Nameplate in order to be invited as a tenant in their newly opened malls (COBS 2010). Their continuous expansion plans have evidently shown their focus on bringing the lifestyle of well-being to consumers through extensive presence in most shopping malls. In addition, in comparison to Isms competitors such as TOT Boatyard and Gawk, Isms focus on their customers well-being is their differentiating factor amongst other healthcare products providers. Isms continuous innovation and growth has exemplified their mission of delivering well-being to their customers. It couples innovation with passion to drive steady growths and continuous product launches in order to promote positivist to their customers and providing them with the ultimate product usage experience (ISM 2007). In contrast, TOT Boatyard (2011) focuses on using innovation to produce products at low cost to reach out to consumers with right pricing strategies and Gawk (2007) concentrates on producing quality products. Isms usage of innovation is more inclined to producing valuable products hat cater to the healthcare needs of consumers. Another source of focus differentiation originates from Isms commitment to RD to develop their products. Nations Matrix serves as a good strategic management approach for improving competitiveness (Taylor 2012). With reference to Figure 5 (refer to Appendix 9. 5), Isms incorporation of technology and product development has led to the creation of new products for existing markets. Continuous launches of new products via RD innovations to existing markets serve as a defensive strategy to retain customers (Koch 2008). 7. Suitability of Isms Business Strategy Strategy evaluation is an appraisal of how well a business performs. As the environment changes, companies need to alter their strategies to adapt to the environment in order to prosper (Miller 1988). An external environmental analysis and internal capability evaluation has been carried out to determine Isms strategic position, and the suitability of each strategic choice is evaluated in terms of the environment and its capabilities (Table 1 and 2; refer to Appendix 9. 6 and 9. 7). It is clear that Isms competitive strategy (differentiation focus), strategy direction (product development), and ethos of pursuing strategies (acquisitions and alliances shown in Figure 6; Appendix 9. 8) work together as a package. ISM is in a favorable position within its industry given its first-mover advantage, and its strategic option of product development has proved to provide a basis of competitive advantage by reducing competitive intensity and development of barriers to new entrants. It has leveraged on its in-house RD team which is considered as one Of its strategic capabilities to deliver differentiation benefits as valued by its consumers. In addition, ISM has adapted to its environment by exploiting n the opportunity that consumers are trending towards a healthy and positive lifestyle.

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