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Discussion Question:Assume you are the IT manager for your firm (if you currently are a full-time student, you could use the university as your work context, or that from a previous job). Identify one piece of software or hardware that your firm feels is important for its operations. Conduct your own research. Discuss the factors that must be considered when making the make, buy, or rent decision.Instructions:Please review Chapters 13 & 14 of your textbook.Please submit your initial posting by 23:59 EST Day 3 (Wednesday) of Week 6, and comment on the posts of at least two classmates by 23:59 EST Day 7 (Sunday) of Week 6.The initial and subsequent postings have to be submitted on or prior to the time and date that it is due, unless prior arrangements have been made with the instructor.Your initial posting must address the discussion questions and should be of approximately 500 words ( (it is recommended that you type your initial posting in a separate document and then copy / paste it into Canvas).You will not see the posts of your classmates until you have made your initial posting, hence the earlier you make your initial posting, the more opportunity you have to be an active participant on the discussion forum.Any external work that you refer to must be cited using the APA format.

Dear Student,Kindly use the following questions as guidelines to your assigned case study:What challenges does Shelby Givens face:During Phase I (Preparing for the TransformationDuring Phase II (Renovation and Grand Opening)During Phase III (2011/2012 OperationsBy the end of the case, what has Givens done to address the challenges outlined at each stage listed in Question (1) above?Which of the actions executed by Givens were most successful in resolving the challenges? Which were least successful? What other options might Givens have pursued?Is Sugar Bowl a viable business? Which forces have the most positive, or negative, impact on the business’s profitability?Givens considers two paths for Wednesday night entertainment: league bowling and exclusive band rights.Which option will generate more revenue in the short term? Long term?Is revenue how success should be measured? Which path do you think is best for Sugar Bowl, and why?Once Sugar Bowl’s financials are more stable, what changes could Givens make to build a stronger organization and culture?

“Students are required to Search website, library database, and newspaper to find a company to investigate, and required to submit an individual Business Report comprised of two main parts (Strategy and BSC). “

No matter how hard you try you can’t possibly know what it is to experience any identities other than your own. But you can gain empathy and some type of understanding by exploring ways in which a situation can be interpreted. After listening/reading Protesting Her Own Employer, try and put yourself in both positions. There are no correct answers just perspectives. Create 1 post for each column. Each person should have 2 posts.1. Julia Bond – As someone being racially/sexually discriminated against by coworkers at a large mainstream corporation, what would you have done in her position?2. Adidas – As a large mainstream corporation being accused of supporting/cultivating/maintaining a racist work environment, what would you do in their position?

Plans to increase revenue to finance Biden’s $2 trillion infrastructure proposal has resulted in talk of raising the corporate tax rate from the current 21% to 28%. This tax on multinational firms has potential to raise as much as $1 trillion over a 15 year time span and aims to ensure that jobs aren’t moved overseas in an attempt to lessen tax obligations, and would require higher tax rates for the profits that are earned overseas. There would be incentives available for those companies that invest in research and development at home.Treasury Secretary, Janet Yellen, is in favor of a global minimum tax, that would apply to multinational corporations regardless of where they have their headquarters located.

Requesting 200 words response to the following post using at least three substantive peer reviewed scholarly journal articles to provide those substantive replies.Integration vs. AssimilationKey Term and Why You Are Interested in ItThe term integration vs. assimilation was chosen for discussion due to my academic curiosity around the concept. Integration and assimilation are two terms that people often confuse as being the same, but in reality, there are major differences between both. The topic of globalization is a key component in international business, and it is interesting to see how different cultures blend and adapt. Satterlee (2018) states that “integration of cultures is more desirable than assimilation”, but I am curious to research instances and examples where assimilation could be the better option. The word assimilation carries a negative connotation to me, as it seems as though the original culture is completely eliminatedExplanation of the Key TermTo fully understand the concept of integration vs. assimilation, the definition and meaning of both terms must be compared in order to understand the similarities and differences. The term integration refers to the blending of cultures where some elements of the minority culture remain. Assimilation is defined as “the progression where a minority culture eventually assumes and resembles characteristics of the prevailing culture” (Satterlee, 2018). The main difference is that integration allows for the merging of both the old culture with the new, while assimilation is the absorption of the new culture and leaving the native culture behind. Assimilation and integration are used synonymously is some instances as studies have shown that the terms have different variants.Major Article SummaryVermeulen (2010) discusses the application of integration vs. assimilation within immigrants and their children. The study focuses on how the concept of blending cultures is not a straight-forward approach, but rather a long-term commitment. In the United States, it is noted that the assimilation of old cultures to the American culture is preferred, while in Europe, the integration of cultures is favored. Integration and assimilation are broken down into three main categories: segmented assimilation, downward assimilation, and pluralistic integration.The theory of segmented assimilation is defined as the adoption of the middle-class lifestyle. For immigrants, segmented assimilation typically applies to those individuals who come to America or Europe with a more than average amount of capital (Vermeulen, 2010). Immigrants are able to support their children as they all go through the process of assimilation together, furthering the opportunity for advancement within society. The theory of downward assimilation is described as the process where immigrants assimilate to the lifestyle of the lower class. Immigrants arrive with little or no capital, resulting in individuals and families finding refuge in areas of poverty. Immigrants in this category have less opportunity for advancement. Pluralistic integration is the last variant and refers to the preservation of ethnic and cultural aspects while merging specific elements like education and entrepreneurship in order to advance. In this case, immigrant parents are in control and maintain parts of the native culture while the children learn the new culture as well. As a result, ethnic communities are established.In conclusion, assimilation is not always the best option even though it is preferred in certain societies. Depending on the pre-migration status of the immigrant, assimilation can be beneficial to economic success or lead to a future of poverty. Out of all three variants, integration is more favorable but may not be an applicable approach in all countries.DiscussionThe major article relates to the explanation of the term integration vs assimilation by defining and comparing the meaning of both words. Vermeulen (2010) uses the terms interchangeably and provides an in-depth description of the concept’s variants. The original meaning of assimilation is a way of the past and not commonly applied in today’s time. Many researchers support the theory of segmented assimilation and cultural integration. From the article, we see that both segmented and downward assimilation refers to a minority culture adopting the culture of the new society. This adoption of culture can be positive or negative depending on the subculture being embraced. The explanation of integration is supported by the article as well as it refers to the integration of the immigrant culture with the new way of life. Immigrants can retain the positive aspects of their cultural identity while integrating the positive aspects of the new culture for economic success.The additional cited works relates to the major article by supporting the research around integration vs. assimilation and highlighting the challenges and benefits of both. Cheng et al. (2006) studies the impact of cultural on bicultural individuals. Very similar to the theory of pluralistic integration, bicultural individuals maintain the positive elements of their cultural identity while assuming positive elements from the new culture. In a study of super diversity vs. assimilation, Crul (2016) discusses the ethnic diversities found in major cities due to immigrant migration where the minority is now the majority. Super diversity also relates to the concept of pluralistic integration, as children of immigrants do not assimilate into just one class of society, but a mixture of demographics (ethnicity, age, gender, education) as a result of diversity. Authors Schneider & Crul (2010) look at the integration and assimilation tendencies of second-generation individuals and how the terms are similar from a cultural standpoint. The article addresses the segmented assimilation theory and how a new assimilation approach may be needed to account for the high level of diversity in major areas. Stepick & Stepick (2010) also discuss segmented assimilation with a focus on immigrant children who have migrated to the United States. National origin and pre-migration status is a major contributor to positive and upward segmented assimilation.

Culture and Policy DevelopmentIs it possible for a health policy to fail due to cultural factors? How important is it for the community to get involved with the decision-making process during policy development? After reading your Learning Resources this week, you will recognize the significance in cultural awareness and health policy development. For this Assignment, you consider community engagement in policy development.To prepare for this Assignment, complete the readings and view the media

It is important for organizations to adjust their businesses to address the needs of the marketplace to survive the change. In today’s dynamic business environment organizations need to look for efficient strategies to have a competitive advantage and grow. Organizational Development (OD) is playing an increasingly important role in global social change.You learned various numbers of models of organizational change. Assuming that the organization(Uber) to study needs to change because of an initiative by one or more of its stakeholders.? Please identify the model that you think is best suitable for the organization.? Justify your choice? What is the impact on implementing organizational change?

Write a 175- to 265-word response to the following:How does governance affect the vision of health care treatment?How does health care need to change to achieve better outcomes?

Unit I JournalWeight: 2% of course gradeGrading RubricInstructionsReflect on this first lesson, and share your thoughts as to why accounting information is so important to managing a business. What benefits does an accounting information system provide to stakeholders?Your journal entry must be at least 200 words in length. No references or citations are necessary.