Foundational Concepts in Agile and Cybersecurity
Pre-Sprint: Agile Fundamentals
This section covers foundational concepts for effective problem-solving and collaborative work within an Agile framework.
Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Problem Solving: The ability to develop and apply solutions to challenging situations, encompassing:
- Research
- Active Listening
- Analysis
- Communication
- Team Building
- Decision Making: The ability to choose appropriate solutions for challenging situations, requiring:
- Problem Solving skills
- Leadership
- Emotional Intelligence
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Sports Finance and Budgeting Fundamentals
Budgeting Systems in Sport
Preferred Budgeting in Sport
Question: Which form of budgeting is preferred in sport, as it begins with a floor of expenses while also using cost behavior and cost identification techniques?
Answer: Modified zero-based budgeting.
Program Planning Budgeting Systems
Question: This budgeting system is associated with output budgeting, in which specific goals and objectives form the framework for a strategic, goal-oriented budgeting process.
Read MoreScience and Technology Indicators: A Comprehensive Analysis
Science and Technology Indicators
Resources Used Indicators
Input Indicators:
The most used indicators in the analysis of science, technology, and industry.
Total Cost of R&D:
A statistical unit (enterprise, region, country, or economic sector). Challenges: Lack of homogeneity regarding what constitutes R&D.
Human Resources for R&D:
Breakdown by function, occupation, or level of qualification. Problems: Difficulty in comparing data for personnel engaged in industrial, technological, or scientific
Read MoreRafael Alberto Pérez’s Eight Dimensions of Strategy
Rafael Alberto Pérez identifies eight crucial dimensions that define the size and scope of strategy. These dimensions offer a comprehensive understanding of strategic thinking and its application.
1. As Anticipation
The strategy for the future, driven by human will, acknowledges that uncertainty is key. This dimension raises two critical issues: behaviors and attitudes, both guided by a clear vision. The School of Management emphasizes that humans can interpret the present and shape their future,
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Entrepreneurial Insights: Adrià Aymerich & Patricia Ripoll
Adrià Aymerich: Bootstrap & Strategic Growth
1. Entrepreneurs vs. Business Owners:
Adrià Aymerich differentiates entrepreneurs and business owners using the metaphor of Motocross vs. Trail Running:
- Entrepreneurs (Motocross): Focus on speed, overcoming immediate obstacles, and explosive growth based on external investment.
- Business Owners (Trail Running): Concentrate on consistency, strategic growth, and long-term sustainability, financing
Optimizing Your Business with Effective Organizational Design
Organizational Structure
Organizing encompasses the entire workforce—all the people supervised in an organization and involved in accomplishing its work, including: permanent employees, part-time employees, temporary staff, telecommuting staff, contract workers, volunteers, and managers at all levels.
Factors Affecting Work Organization
Several factors influence how work is organized:
- Company and operational guidelines
- Management style
- Customer influences
- Company size
- Diversity and complexity of product