Category: Business and Management

You
are an innovation consultant tasked by a decision-maker (owner/ managing
director) of an organisation of your choice (any organisation, from an SME to
a multinational or third sector/voluntary organisation – to develop an
innovation for them to implement. 
You are
to produce an ‘Innovation Portfolio’
consisting of 4 000 words, produced in a professional format suitable for
your audience; please include the following (word-count suggestion): 
1.      
Executive
Summary (150 words)
Indicating
to the decision-maker everything they need to know about the portfolio
succinctly. The Executive Summary should be written as a final task of the
portfolio.
2.      
Introduction
(150 words)
•    Introduce the
organisation of choice. 
3.      
Background
(300 words)
•       Explain
and analyse the chosen organisation’s industry context and outline specific
challenges that the organisation faces
which indicate a clear need for innovation. You will use of the
outlined specific challenges to propose an innovation against.
4.      
Findings
(1500 words)
•       Propose
your own clear, justified and substantial area of innovation within the
organisation to improve performance,
which should also help solve one outlined
specific challenge: it must be clear identifying and explaining within 4P’s
model, which P it’s the most relevant for the chosen innovation, at the same
time critically evaluate the benefits and limitations of it 
5.      
Discussion
(1500words)
•       Link your
proposed innovation to innovation theory that has been
taught in the module (Tidd & Bessant’s Innovation Process Model)
•       Analyse
the potential influence of the current organisational culture on the
proposed innovation.
•       Identify
and evaluate the organisation’s internal resources and consider any external
factors, such as current affairs, that could represent a challenge for the successful implementation of
the proposed innovation. 
6.      
Conclusion
(150 words)
•     Summary of the discussion key points 
7.      
Recommendations
(250 words)
•    Give direction to the decision-maker on how they
can lead the proposed innovation. 
You
should define what innovation means by drawing upon the theoretical content
delivered in lectures. You will not be able to use all theoretical models
covered by the lecturers; an example has been provided, although you can use
another. Critically assessing the theory can include its strengths and
weaknesses and your thoughts and argument development (written in the third
person). 
You can use a large or multinational company; however, we want
to see the critical elements of innovation and how it impacts the
organisation. 
You should
demonstrate the innovation strategy in your report. You should ensure
that your innovation portfolio is analytical and not overly descriptive. Some
elements will set the scene for the reader; however, use the marking rubric for
more guidance. This will help demonstrate your achievement of the module’s learning
outcomes.
Your report is to be written as though a decision-maker of an
organisation were reading it. Therefore, it should be laid out professionally.  
You
are to propose a new innovation for the company: You should not
focus your assessment on an innovation that has already been implemented into
your company.  

Statement of the Problem and Need for the Research (Chapter One)This section sets the stage for your work by providing a theoretical and practical justification for the study. It identifies the reason that the study is being conducted and possible value to be derived from the work. Descriptions of the setting for the study, limitations, and other critical elements leading to an understanding of the reasons for the research presented in this chapter. The research hypothesis is presented in detail.

Prior to beginning work on this assignment, review Chapter 5 of the text and the article Don’t Neglect This One Crucial Step of Leading Through Constant Change: https://www.entrepreneur.com/leadership/how-do-i-lead-my-small-business-through-constant-change/446097
Change does not always have to be big, extravagant, or newsworthy. Change is more often small, local, and vital to the sustainability of the business. The entire world experienced unbelievable change starting in 2020. From big to small, organizations were challenged with being agile and adaptable. Consider for a moment the number of distilleries that transformed their product from alcohol to hand cleaner. Those that did something, likely sustained and were able to transition back after the crisis. Having a plan and a process are the key elements of successful change.
For this final assignment, think small and think local. Be creative and think outside of the box. For example: what if you were in the business of making shoelaces for men’s dress shoes and your environmental scan shows that dress shoes are no longer a hot commodity. How do you transition to something sustainable?
Critical thinking is a key component of a change agent. The change problem can be real, or it can be created. It must be believable, and it must be thoroughly explained. You will diagnose the reason for change and present a plan to transform the organization, utilizing Kotter’s 8-Step Approach.
In your paper Include the following properly formatted APA Style ElementsLinks to an external site. with additional sections as needed:
Introduction
Company Overview
Diagnosis
Kotter’s 8-Step Approach
Conclusion
The paper must be at least 10 pages in length (not including the title and reference pages) and must be supported by the text and at least 4 additional credible resources.
The Local Change Final Paper
must be at least 10 double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages and formatted according to APA StyleLinks to an external site. as outlined in the Writing Center’s APA Formatting for Microsoft WordLinks to an external site. resource.
must include a separate title page with the following in title case:
title of paper in bold font
Space should appear between the title and the rest of the information on the title page.
student’s name
name of institution (The University of Arizona Global Campus)
course name and number
instructor’s name
due date
must utilize academic voice. Review the Academic VoiceLinks to an external site. resource for additional guidance.
must include an introduction and conclusion paragraph.
Your introduction paragraph needs to end with a clear thesis statement that indicates the purpose of your paper.
For assistance on writing Introductions & ConclusionsLinks to an external site. and Writing a Thesis StatementLinks to an external site., refer to the Writing Center resources.
must use at least 4 credible sources in addition to the course text.
The Scholarly, Peer-Reviewed, and Other Credible SourcesLinks to an external site. table offers additional guidance on appropriate source types. If you have questions about whether a specific source is appropriate for this assignment, please contact your instructor. Your instructor has the final say about the appropriateness of a specific source.
To assist you in completing the research required for this assignment, review Quick and Easy Library ResearchLinks to an external site. tutorial, which introduces the University of Arizona Global Campus Library and the research process, and provides some library search tips.
must document any information used from sources in APA Style as outlined in the Writing Center’s APA: Citing Within Your PaperLinks to an external site. guide.
must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA Style as outlined in the Writing Center. See the APA: Formatting Your References ListLinks to an external site. resource in the Writing Center for specifications.
Carefully review the Grading RubricLinks to an external site. for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.

Business Case Study Link:
https://www.scu.edu/ethics/focus-areas/business-ethics/resources/silicon-valley-business-ethics-cases/breaking-the-bro-code.html
“Breaking the Bro Code”
Introduction:
– At least one paragraph that summarizes the case study chosen
– At least one paragraph that explains why I chose to write about the specific case study
Recommended Soltuion/Course of Action:
– 1-2 paragraph, in business writing format, in which you explain, in detail, what course of action should be taken in the case study chosen.
Analysis:
– At least 3 paragraphs, in business writing format, analyzing the case study, explaining why I chose the course of action, using the discussion questions after the case study (if there are any), which help you the most, to develop your analysis.
– For this section, you also need 1-2 APA cited credible outside sources to support your point.
Soft Skills Needed:
– At least 2 paragraphs, in business writing format, stating which three soft skils are most needed to carry out this course of action/solution, and how they willl help in this situation.
Conclusion:
For this section, you need:
– Paragraph 1: State what you learned, from writing this report (and the other two case studies you read) about business, business ethics, business relationships, and/or any other relevant issues.
– Paragraph 2: Explain what you will do with this knowledge, how you willl apply it in your professional, academic, and personal life.
– Paragraph 3: End with the overall lessons that people in business can take from the case study you wrote about (and the other two case studies you read).
References:
– Cite sources used in the proposal, alphabetized and carefully APA formatted.

The Assignment file has the questions for the assignment
Global Shippers file is the assignment
The other files should assist with the assignment

Subject: Business and Management
Number
of words: 550
Number
of sources: 3
Organizations often try to
develop an entrepreneurial culture through a strong orientation toward
entrepreneurship.
Assignment
A. Prepare a brief summary, listing and defining at least
four reasons why entrepreneurial organizations seek opportunities for
innovation.
B. Acknowledge sources, using APA-formatted in-text citations and references, for content that is
quoted, paraphrased, or summarized.
C. Demonstrate professional
communication in the content and presentation of your submission

Read the article and participate as required 
Entrepreneurship Is the New Engine of Global Collaboration by Stuart HollidayLinks to an external site. https://www.entrepreneur.com/leadership/entrepreneurship-is-the-new-engine-of-global-collaboration/325800
Why is it important for an entrepreneur to look beyond home country borders?
How effective is Entrepreneurship in fostering diplomacy?
Submission Instructions:
Your initial post should be at least 150 words, formatted and cited in proper APA style.

The purpose of this assignment is to conduct an essential aspect of the writing process, generate a concept map of scholarly sources, and formulate the foundation for a graduate-level paper.
Using the scholarly sources you collected in the Topic 2 References List assignment, create a Concept Map. The goal of the concept map is to group sources according to their themes – servant leadership, ethics, entrepreneurism and free market principles – around the central focus which is the career or industry of choice. A sample template “Concept Map” has been provided; however, you are welcome to generate your own Concept Map as long as it meets expectations and maintains the intent of the assignment. After you have identified the sources for each theme, briefly summarize (50-100 words) how each of these sources relate to the industry of choice. You will expand on these summaries in the Topic 4 assignment “Three Pillars, Free Market Principles, and Future Impact” as part of your final paper.
APA style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

Mobility in computing is becoming a primary driving factor for businesses, especially following the Covid-19 pandemic. When the pandemic hit, many businesses were not ready to send their workers home and did not have the networking infrastructure in place to support secure remote access to business resources. The move to support remote access not only hit businesses but also major internet and cellular providers who were also not set up to handle the massive changes in demand for service. Consider a small to medium sized business (SMB) of your choosing. In a 2-3 page APA-formatted paper, address the following:
Where should the business focus its networking hardware configuration: physical wiring or wireless?
Which telecommunications and/or networking components should the business acquire and implement to provide secure access to business resources and information?
Which security challenges does the company face in supporting remote access for employees?
Support your reasoning and recommendations with outside resources using proper citations and references. 

Overview
You work as a middle manager for one of the top U.S. producers of luxury and mass-market automobiles and trucks. The company from the course scenario has decided to incorporate internet of things (IoT) technology in its vehicles (also called connected cars). Often organizations have to choose from multiple innovative implementation options. The choice is usually determined by many factors including the financial viability of each idea. In this assignment, you will compare the financial benefits for two innovation options and create data visualizations to help determine the option with greater financial benefit. This assignment will help you make a recommendation for one of the two options in Milestone One.
Prompt
Create a series of charts in an Excel spreadsheet and a memo that compares the financial benefits of options A and B. The charts in your spreadsheet should include a comparison of financial forecasts from both innovation options (discontinuous and incremental). You should create the charts using the data in this Sales Forecast.Make sure to add titles to all your charts so you can clearly reference them in your memo. Consider the following points:
Create a chart for sales forecast data.
Graph sales forecast data for total sales for options A and B on a three-dimensional stacked column chart.
Each column should show traditional sales on the bottom and connected sales on the top.
Both options may appear on the same three-dimensional chart, or you can make a separate chart for each option.
Create a chart for gross margin forecast data.
Graph gross margin forecast data for total sales for options A and B on a three-dimensional stacked column chart.
Each column should show traditional sales on the bottom and connected sales on the top.
Both options may appear on the same three-dimensional chart, or you can make a separate chart for each option.
Create a chart for gross margin less R&D and capital costs calculations.
Calculate gross margin less R&D and capital costs for options A and B.
Graph total gross margin less R&D and capital costs forecasts to compare options A and B on a line chart.
Both options should appear on the same chart.
Explain any conclusions you can draw from your data visualizations.
Review the charts and discuss any conclusions you can make from those data visualizations.
Explain whether option A or option B will provide your company the most financial benefit. You should reference your data visualizations to justify your explanation and conclusions.
What to Submit
Submit an Excel document with all your charts.
Submit a ½- to 1-page Word document with 12-point Times New Roman font, double spacing, and one-inch margins. If you include references, they should be cited according to APA style. Consult the Shapiro Library APA Style Guide for more information on citations.