You are a procurement manager working on training a new sourcing analyst. As part of their training, they will be traveling with you to meet with new and existing suppliers for specialized parts your company needs. This will allow your colleague first-hand experience and help them develop relationships with the business professionals they will be…

Overview Knowing the expectations involved with maintaining operational sustainability and who is responsible for meeting these expectations is an important part of being an effective practitioner. In this assignment, you will create a guide that can be used throughout this course and in the future to help you better understand the roles, influences, and responsibilities…

Select two of the following training technology topics: Wearables (smartwatches, smart bands, smart glasses). Artificial intelligence / Internet of Things (IoT). Telepresence. Tin Can API. Complete the following for each technology:   Describe each technology including information such as who developed it and what it does. Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of the two forms…

Complete your company analysis by pulling together information from the previous six project components into a final PowerPoint presentation. Remember that your presentation is intended for a board of directors that is considering buying the company. Summarize what you have learned about the company from your research. Keep in mind the concepts presented in the…

This week let’s discuss the future nature of work. The pandemic has changed the nature of work in at least one respect: many more people are working virtually. Whether or not that will continue after we are through this, only time will tell. However, the nature of work is evolving. Education of many types plays…

Review the case study titled: Developing Leaders at Vi and address ONE of the questions below (be sure to label which question you are evaluating:   What other development activities might Vi want to consider to develop its leaders and why? Identify an activity and explain why Vi should consider it. What data or outcomes…

Sales managers typically have direct reports who are sales associates, and the sales associates need training to further the effectiveness of their communication skills when trying to make a sale. The type of communication may vary based on the industry. For example, a pharmaceutical sales representative’s communication skills will differ from those of a sales…

You have been tasked by your company to create a marketing campaign for a new product. Create a project plan by defining the goals, identifying project stakeholders, determining the project scope, and defining the project risks.   Essential Activities:    1. Reading Lessons 1 through 5 will assist you in writing your paper.   Week-3…

In recognition of your growth as a leader, you have been given the opportunity to join a professional leadership network. As part of your membership, you must create a unique leadership profile that focuses on your passion and your purpose for leadership, as well as your goals. This is your opportunity to present your leadership…

Microsoft’s new CEO, Satya Nadella, inherited a company that was profitable and successful. Yet it was also a company plagued by challenges and threats — both internal and external. This case explores how a new CEO – and veteran insider – assessed the situation and took bold steps to reignite the passion of the team…