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Starbucks: Application of Organizational Behavior Concepts

This article aims to provide a perspective on Starbucks Corporation in terms of organizational behavior theory applied in the business. The coffee company is discussed according to decision-making, organizational structure, …

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Government Regulations on Economic Enterprise

Governments develop and enact regulations to optimize economic performance. Regulatory action may directly or indirectly target and influence specific economic enterprise. These regulations include minimum wage laws, tariffs, nontariff quotas, …

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How New Technology Affects Market Equilibrium in Perfect Competition

The introduction of new technologies can change market conditions and influence competition. Market equilibrium adjusts according to the overall effects of newly introduced technologies. The introduction of the new technology …

External Analysis of The Coca-Cola Company

The Coca-Cola Company is analyzed in terms of the business organization’s performance with regard to the situation of the beverage industry. Emphasis is on the Five Forces according to Porter’s …

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Reward Schemes for Motivation: Strengths, Issues, Design

Reward schemes are implemented for the purpose of motivating employees to improve their performance and contribute more to the business organization’s financial performance. Reward schemes like “Employee of the Month” …

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Criteria for Designing & Evaluating Knowledge Management Systems

Developing a knowledge management system requires consideration for organizational culture, compensation systems, analytical models, human resource skills, and organizational technological capabilities. Other considerations include factors based on changes in the …