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C/OM/408. Dissertation outline. Implementation of radical or incremental innovation and challenges of stakeholders' adaptation

WORDS:
500
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
9.99 GBP

The paper presents an outline of the dissertation on the challenges of radical and incremental innovation faced by organizations and their stakeholders. Related literature is briefly reviewed, the research rationale is explained, its methodology is described.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation outline, radical or incremental innovation, stakeholders,

 

C/HR/1271. Proposal. HR Training and Development Approaches to Innovation Adoption and Management in UK SME

WORDS:
1750
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

The paper offers a research proposal presented in the form of a table proposing to investigate different approaches to training and development with regard to innovation used by UK small and medium-sized enterprises (SME). The form includes an introduction to the research subject, research aims and purposes, a review of literature on HRM theory of innovation management, a description of the methodology, a plan of work, and a list of references.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, Training and Development, Innovation Adoption and Management, UK SME,

 

C/OM/400. Dissertation. The advantages and disadvantages of lean manufacturing in the UK aerospace industry. Case study: Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems

WORDS:
10950
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
109.99 GBP

This dissertation aims to detail the advantages and disadvantages of lean manufacturing in the UK aerospace industry. The study uses Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems, an aircraft wheel supplier as a case study. The objectives are to identify the main principles of waste elimination and operational efficiency as provided by different theoretical models, to find out benefits and critical success factors (CSFs) for the implementation of lean thinking in Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems, to reveal potential obstacles hindering the adoption of lean thinking in Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems, and to develop appropriate recommendations to managers from Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems. The review of literature discusses a range of topics including waste elimination, lean thinking, lean toolkit, total quality management, and obstacles affecting the adoption of lean thinking in UK SME’s. The plan for the methodology is detailed, and this section looks at the research approach, strategy, and limitations. All of the data collected is evaluated, and conclusions are made regarding recommendations.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, lean manufacturing, UK aerospace industry, lean thinking, Meggitt Aircraft Braking Systems, waste elimination, lean thinking, lean toolkit, total quality management!,

 

C/OM/396. Dissertation outline. How can a solar panel company operating in an emerging Asian market leverage its cross-functional teams to create innovations?

WORDS:
550
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
9.99 GBP

This dissertation outline is for a study on the leverage of cross functional teams to create innovative ideas. The study focuses on emerging companies in the Asian market and uses an Asian Solar Panel Company as a case study. The research aims are detailed, which is then followed by an identification of the proposed literature review and methodology. The study plans to use Quantitative data collection tools and the paper then details the findings, discussion and conclusion sections.

 

KEYWORDS: dissertation outline, cross functional teams, innovation, Asian Solar Panel Company, Asian market!,

 

C/OM/394. Proposal. Total quality management and educational leadership in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

WORDS:
1850
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

This proposal is for a study on total quality management in relation to educational leadership in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The objectives are to define what the Total Quality Management approach is and how it has been/is being used in educational leadership, to determine what impacts the implementation of the Total Quality Management approach has had in school settings, to determine what changes the Total Quality Management approach would be aimed at effecting in Saudi Arabian schools, and to define how best the Total Quality Management approach could be implemented in Saudi Arabian schools. The justification for the research is detailed, as is the proposed review of literature. The data collection methods that will be used are discussed, along with the sample size and ethical considerations.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, total quality management, educational leadership, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia!,

 

C/OM/393. Dissertation. An evaluation of green supply-chain management (GSCM)

WORDS:
14350
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
149.99 GBP

This dissertation focuses on supply chain management (SCM) and in particular green supply-chain management (GSCM). The study begins by introducing the concept of the triple bottom line, as well as discussing the background to SCM. The review of literature examines a very large range of topics in detail, some of which include the significance of green designs, green supply chains, eco-designs, and waste management. The methodology is then assessed, which looks at the philosophy, strategy, limitations, and ethical considerations of the study. The study then outlines the findings from the research, and examines the results to produce recommendations.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, supply chain sustainability, SCM, green supply-chain management, green designs, GSCM, eco-designs, waste management,

 

C/OM/385. Proposal. Impacts of TQM on service quality at Mobily and Vodafone

WORDS:
1300
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

The paper proposes to examine the impacts of total quality management (TQM) on the service quality of the Saudi Arabian telecommunications company Mobil and the UK telecom company Vodafone. The aims and objectives of the research are outlined, its methodology and outcomes are described, resources and limitations are indicated.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, TQM, service quality, Mobily, Vodafone,

 

C/OM/381. Dissertation. Effectiveness of TQM in project management for organisational performance: case study of FAD

WORDS:
13550
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
139.99 GBP

The dissertation investigates the role of total quality management (TQM) in project management and its benefits for organisational performance. Literature is reviewed on the theory of quality management (QM) including quality assurance and control, TQM features, etc. A case study is conducted of TQM practices used by the Saudi Arabian company FAD, a distributor of mechanical and electrical equipment. The methods of the research are based on the analysis of secondary data and primary data collected via questionnaires distributed among FAD stakeholders. Conclusions are made about the importance of TQM in project management and organisational productivity for FAD stakeholders. Recommendations are suggested about TQM re-engineering with regard to reward management and employee training.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, TQM, project management, organisational performance, FAD,

 

C/C/320. Proposal. The impact of information technology on the supply chain in the UK food retail sector

WORDS:
3150
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
39.99 GBP

This proposal is based on the impact of information technology on the supply chain in the UK Food Retail sector. The proposal begins by providing detailed background information on the topic, and also justifies the importance of the research through identification of the aims. The proposed literature review is provided, and the paper then presents the research deliverables and ethical considerations. Details regarding the research methodology are provided, and the proposal then illustrates the project timeline.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, information technology, supply chain, UK Food retail sector!,

 

C/OM/376. Proposal. The relationship between total quality management and project success

WORDS:
1200
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

This proposal is for a study based on identifying the relationship between Total Quality Management (TQM) and project success. The study aims to identify the extent to which Total Quality Management contributes to successful project delivery, to describe how TQM is applied in projects, to analyse how quality control, planning and improvement affects the quality of the final ‘product’, to analyse how TQM is incorporated into project management within the organization, to evaluate the extent to which TQM can be integrated alongside project management principles, and to analyse if TQM can be extended beyond the project life cycle. The background to the research is identified, along with details regarding the data collection techniques and methodology. The resources that will be used are discussed, as are the limitations and ethical considerations.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, Total Quality Management, TQM, quality control, project management, project life cycle,

 

C/OM/373. Proposal. Total quality management at Nadec

WORDS:
2000
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
29.99 GBP

This proposal focuses on total quality management (TQM) in relation to food manufacturing in Saudi Arabia, and uses Nadec as a case study. The objectives are to critically evaluate the literature on Total Quality Management, to identify critical success factors for implementing TQM in dairy industry, and to develop an understanding of implementing TQM in dairy industry and identify the best practices. The proposed methodology is provided, and the paper examines the different data collection and analysis tools that will be used. Resource and planning is discussed, and the paper examines the ethical considerations and limitations of the study.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, total quality management, TQM, food manufacturing, Nadec!,

 

C/OM/372. Proposal. Contribution of project quality management to added value and success of healthcare sector

WORDS:
620
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
9.99 GBP

The paper proposes research into the added value of healthcare created by quality management. Research aim and question are formulated, areas and sources of the literature review are defined, research methodology is described.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, project quality management, added value, healthcare sector,

 

C/OM/363. Dissertation. Relationship between Buyer and Supplier in Fast Moving Consumer Goods Industry of India, Hungary and UK

WORDS:
10500
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
109.99 GBP

The dissertation looks at the relationships between buyers and suppliers in the Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry across different countries comparing FMCG buyer/supplier frameworks in India, Hungary and the UK. Literature is reviewed on the structure and background of the FMCG industry, supply chain theory, the nature of buyer/supplier relationships, etc. The methodology of the dissertation is based on secondary research. Conclusions are made about the correlation between the level of dependence in buyer/supplier relationships and the economic performance of the supply chain partnership.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, buyer/supplier relationship, Fast Moving Consumer Goods, FMCG, India, Hungary, UK,

 

C/OM/362. Dissertation. Total Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction in Saudi Arabian Telecom Industry

WORDS:
12050
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
129.99 GBP

The dissertation examines the effectiveness of the total quality management (TQM) approach used within the Saudi Arabian telecommunications industry. Literature is reviewed on the background of Saudi telecom services, TQM principles and practices, leadership roles, employee involvement, customer satisfaction, etc. The methodology of the research is based on secondary data and primary data collected from interviews and questionnaires in telecomm companies in Saudi Arabia including the telecom giant Saudi Telecom Company (STC). Conclusions are made about the importance of TQM practices for increasing the customer satisfaction and retention. Recommendations are suggested about the ways to enhance strategic competitive advantage and improve TQM techniques in telecom companies.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Total Quality Management, TQM, Customer Satisfaction, Telecom Industry, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Telecom Company, STC,

 

C/B/4063. Proposal. How can innovation in the padlock manufacturing industry affect its competitive advantage?

WORDS:
2000
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
29.99 GBP

This proposal is based on the padlock manufacturing industry, and aims to show how innovation can affect competitive advantage. The proposal provides information on the topic area to introduce its background, this is followed by an overview of the proposed literature review. The research questions are produced, which are ‘Can Innovation contribute to an effective differentiation strategy? And ‘Can differentiation lead to a sustainable competitive advantage? The proposal also outlines the research design for the study.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, padlock manufacturing industry, innovation, competitive advantage, differentiation strategy,

 

C/OM/350. Proposal. Value Engineering as an effective Improvement Methodology in the management of operational and maintenance processes in Saudi Arabia.

WORDS:
650
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
9.99 GBP

This proposal is for a study based on value engineering and aims to assess whether it can be seen as an effective improvement methodology in the management of operational and maintenance processes in Saudi Arabia. The proposal begins by introducing the background to the topic, and follows this with a discussion regarding the review of literature for the dissertation. The plan for the methodology, analysis and finding sections are also presented.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, value engineering, engineering, Saudi Arabia, operational processes, maintenance processes,

 

C/OM/347. Dissertation. Influence of ICT on supply chain management in organisations: case study of Shanxi Diesel Engine Company

WORDS:
14250
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
149.99 GBP

The dissertation investigates the role of the collaboration between information communication technology (ICT) and supply chain management (SCM) for business success of organisations. Literature is reviewed on the theory of SCM and its growing dependence on ICT, the critical success factors (CSF) behind SCM, etc. A case study is conducted of the SCM of the Chinese heavy industry company Shanxi Diesel Engine using the methods of primary research via interviews. Conclusions are made about the significance of coordination between ICT and SCM strategies.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, ICT and supply chain management, SCM, Shanxi Diesel Engine Company, Chinese industry,

 

C/OM/339. Proposal. Quality assessment of leading telecom brands in Nigeria

WORDS:
2250
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
29.99 GBP

The paper proposes to address the impacts of quality service on the marketing success of companies suggesting a case study of three telecom organisations in Nigeria, i.e. MTN, Zain and Globacom. Theoretical frameworks of the literature review are outlined, the methodology of the proposed research is described, research limitations are indicated, the timescale of work is presented.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, quality assessment, telecom brands in Nigeria,

 

C/OM/337. Dissertation. Key factors behind strategic development of third party logistics: case of United Arab Emirates

WORDS:
13100
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
139.99 GBP

The dissertation investigates the concept of third party logistics (3PL) looking at its features, roots, and functions, and addressing the role of 3PL in modern supply chain and in conditions of the global financial crisis. Literature is reviewed on the 3PL phenomenon defining various types of 3PL, explaining the underpinnings of outsourcing, outlining the benefits and drawbacks of 3PL, etc. A case study is conducted of four 3PL providers in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) using primary data collected via interviews with 3PL professionals. Conclusions are made about environmental factors that affect 3PL development, and the skills needed to address these factors.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, third party logistics, 3PL, United Arab Emirates, UAE,

 

C/B/3632. Dissertation. Innovations in IT industry: Apple vs. Microsoft

WORDS:
11200
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
119.99 GBP

The dissertation examines approaches to innovation used by Microsoft and Apple. Literature is reviewed on the theory of competitive advantage, resource-based view (RBV), theory of dynamic capabilities, innovation in information technology, strategies of innovation and imitation in the IT industry, network theory, sources of innovation, etc. The backgrounds of Apple and Microsoft are described, sources of innovation used by each company are identified. The methodology of the study is based on secondary research. Conclusions are made about the pioneer position of Apple in the IT industry.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Innovation, IT industry, Apple, Microsoft, imitation, information technology,

 

C/T/161. Dissertation. Service Strategy in Hilton Hotels

WORDS:
11550
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
119.99 GBP

The dissertation investigates the service strategy used by Hilton Group presenting a case study of Hilton hotels in Germany and the UK. Literature is reviewed on theoretical approaches to service strategy considering its influence on service quality, identifying the elements of service quality, etc. The background and current challenges faced by Hilton hotels are reviewed. The methods of the research include analysis of secondary data and a SERVQUAL analysis of primary data collected via a cross-sectional survey based on a questionnaire posted on Facebook. Conclusions are made about the need for service quality improvement and standardisation in Hilton hotels.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, service strategy, service quality, Hilton hotels, hospitality,

 

C/OM/317. Proposal. Growth of third party logistics and its likely impact on demand for logistics professionals

WORDS:
1250
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

The paper proposes to examine the growth of third party logistics (3PL) and its potential impact on logistics professionals. The objectives and questions of the proposed research are outlined, the expected outcomes of the research are considered, the research methods are described, chapter headings and the timescale of the work are provided.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, third party logistics, 3PL, logistics professionals,

 

C/OM/315. Dissertation. Supply Chain Management in Haier Group and Panasonic Group

WORDS:
11400
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
119.99 GBP

The dissertation investigates the issues of supply chain management (SCM) conducting a comparative study of SCM in the Chinese company Haier and the foreign-invested electronic company Panasonic operating in China, to identify factors that influence SCM of these companies. Information is provided about the background of both companies, literature is reviewed on the concepts of supply chain (SC) and SCM, ‘lean’ and ‘agile’ SC strategies, the macro-economic climate of China, Chinese distribution and logistics systems, foreign investments in China, etc. The research is based on the analysis of secondary data. Conclusions are made about the key elements of SCM that play a significant role in both Haier and Panasonic groups.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Supply Chain Management, SCM, Haier China, Panasonic,

 

C/OM/314. Dissertation. Reducing perishability in the cut flower supply chain: Is there a role for RFID technology?

WORDS:
12550
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
129.99 GBP

This dissertation discusses reducing perishability in the cut flower supply chain, and aims to assess the role of RFID technology in this industry. The review of literature discusses supply chain management, supply chain in the perishable goods business, participants in the cut flower business, and RFID technology. The barriers towards RFID technology application are assessed, and the study uses case study analysis. The chosen case studies are FloraHolland, IBM, and DHL. The methodology is provided in detail, and questionnaires are used to collect data. All of the results are analysed, and the dissertation concludes by summarising recommendations.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, cut flower, supply chain, RFID, supply chain management, perishable goods, FloraHolland, IBM, DHL!,

 

C/B/3514. Dissertation. Innovation-Cost Strategies and Supply Chain Performance: An Analysis of Supply Chain Knowledge Impediments- Overview of Retail Industry

WORDS:
9800
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
99.99 GBP

This dissertation discusses the retail industry and aims to examine the innovation cost strategy that the industry adopts. The study also assesses the supply chain knowledge of the industry, and the way in which this impacts the performance of the industry. The review of literature discusses a range of topics including knowledge development capacity, intellectual capital, and cost efficient innovators. Questionnaires are the main data collection techniques, and the study analyses all of the results. Conclusions are made regarding the findings.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, retail industry, innovation cost strategy, supply chain knowledge!,