Decision-Making, Leadership, and Motivation

Decision-Making

Decision: The process of selecting among available alternatives to solve a problem or seize an opportunity.

Aspects:

  1. Act: The choice between alternatives.
  2. Process: Steps divided into categories:
  • Formulation: Identifying the problem or opportunity.
  • Solution: Generating alternatives.

Steps in the Decision-Making Process

  1. Identify the problem or opportunity.
  2. Develop objectives and criteria.
  3. Generate alternatives (past solutions, creative solutions).
  4. Analyze alternatives (minimum expected results,
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ISO 14001: Environmental Management System Guide

ISO 14001: Environmental Management System

Key Definitions

Environmental Performance

Measurable results of an organization’s management of its environmental aspects.

Environmental Policy

An organization’s intentions and direction concerning its environmental performance, formally expressed by senior management.

Environmental Goal

Detailed performance requirement applicable to the organization or parts thereof, originating from environmental objectives and the need to meet them.

Interested Party

Person or

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Organizational Goals, Effectiveness, and Ethical Approaches

Organizational Design

Session 5 and 6: Organizational Goals and Effectiveness

Organizational Goals

Organizational goals define the desired future state of an organization, providing it with identity and direction. These goals serve several key functions:

  • Establish the Desired Future State: Acting as guiding principles.
  • Create Legitimacy: Providing a rationale for the organization’s existence.
  • Provide Standards: Offering clarity for achieving targets and measuring performance.

Classification of Goals

  • Factors
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Logistics and Product Management

Summary of Chapter 4: Logistics and Product Management

The Product in Logistics

The core of logistics system design is the product, the subject of flow in the supply chain and the generator of revenue. It comprises both tangible (weight, volume, shape, durability, performance) and intangible (post-sale support, company reputation, flexibility) elements, forming the total product supply.

The Product Life Cycle

Products follow a lifecycle impacting distribution strategies:

  • Introduction: Low sales, cautious
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Organizational Structure, Culture, and Development

Organization

Definition and Purpose

Organization defines and guides work within a company. Its main objective is to ensure company goals are meaningful and important to all members, contributing to increased organizational efficiency.

Company Chart

A company chart structures the functions and activities of the company by generating functional areas and hierarchical levels. This facilitates coordination, efficiency, and achievements.

Formal Organization

A formal organization is deliberately established

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Effective IT Administration and Management Strategies

IT Administration and Management

Administration: The process of creating, designing, and maintaining an environment where staff can work efficiently to achieve selected goals.

Management Functions: Planning, organizing, integrating, directing, and controlling.

Risk and Security

Risk: The proximity or possibility of harm or danger.

Security: A guarantee given to someone regarding the fulfillment of something.

Computer Administration

Administering Computers: The process of creating, designing, and maintaining

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