Public Sector Growth: Theories & Influences
Weaknesses in Measuring Lobbyist Influence
It is difficult to measure the influence of lobbyists on public sector action.
Summary of Theories on Public Sector Expansion
Theories on the expansion of the public sector (from an application perspective) include:
- Greater complexity of societies.
- The power of union resources or interest groups.
- Marxist ideology.
Explanatory Theories from a Social Welfare Perspective
These theories refer to structural characteristics, the behavior of politicians and bureaucrats,
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Global Marketing Communication Decisions
31) As companies recognize and embrace new concepts, advertising spending increases.
32) Advertising, public relations, and other forms of communication are critical tools in the marketing program and fall under the Promotion element of the marketing mix.
33) A global company possesses a critical marketing advantage with respect to marketing communications.
34) An example of a product category/company where the “global” approach to the marketing mix is inappropriate
Navigating Uncontrollable Market Variables for Business Success
A company can be seen as a unit that expands as it develops relationships with its environment. This environment is characterized by instability. Changes are common, suggesting that marketing plans should be flexible enough to adapt to new situations.
The market environment consists of agents and forces beyond the company’s control, affecting its ability to develop and maintain successful transactions with target consumers. To succeed, a company must adapt its marketing mix to the evolving tendencies
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Interviews with Workers
Objective
To learn more about employees, listen to their opinions and suggestions.
Methodology
Interviews were conducted with a questionnaire administered to workers in various sectors of the assembly line. Subsequently, they were allowed to speak freely.
Results
- A latent organization was formed by informal and natural groups.
- Production levels were controlled by informal groups, penalizing those who exceeded them.
- Workers were dissatisfied with the system of material incentives.
Understanding Internal Trade and Commercial Location Factors
The Importance of Trade
Trade is the activity aimed at exchanging goods and capital services. Its importance is increasing, both for achieving high rates of employment and the highest possible welfare. Its contribution to GDP is proportional to the development and wealth of a country. In Spain, it represents a little more than 14% of GDP.
Commercial Location Factors
We can differentiate between exogenous and endogenous factors that determine business location:
- Exogenous factors: Transport, communications,
Product, Market, and Firm Diversification Strategies
Product Development
Product development is a strategy where a company stays in its current market but creates new or improved versions of its products with new features or characteristics.
How It Works
Companies use technology or innovation to enhance traditional products, adding new features or improving performance.
When It’s Useful
- In fast-changing industries with intense competition.
- When products quickly become outdated (short product life cycles).
Constant updates and improvements are necessary to
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