Category: Business and management

Create a visual (chart and graph preferred) using the attached spreadsheet and answer the prompts on the guidelines and rubric. Peer posts will be attached but is not due until Saturday.

The review should focus on the application of SCM as it is the core topic and the main focus of the course.

Think of options that allow you the opportunity to challenge your analysis and offer interesting topic expansion.

I have attached the instructions as well as a few pages from the reading.

I have also attached the PDF of the Journal choice.

In this assignment, you will conduct a critical analysis of DeltaCom Inc.’s strategic shift towards digital services, focusing on aligning its strategy with sustainability goals, leveraging innovation for competitive advantage, and navigating global challenges, to deepen your understanding of strategic management in the context of sustainability and innovation.

As DeltaCom Inc. continues its transformation into a digital services leader, new strategic challenges have emerged, testing the resilience and adaptability of its corporate strategy. Central to these challenges is the reevaluation of how the company’s core strategy principles can continue to carve out a competitive advantage in an increasingly saturated digital market. This phase involves a deep dive into DeltaCom’s strategic planning processes, with a renewed focus on how the company’s vision and mission can be more closely aligned with its sustainability goals. Such alignment is not merely a commitment to environmental stewardship but a strategic asset that DeltaCom believes will differentiate it in the eyes of consumers and partners who prioritize sustainability.

The nexus between innovation and sustainability has become particularly poignant for DeltaCom. The company is exploring how innovative practices can not only drive sustainable growth but also enhance its competitive edge. For example, DeltaCom is considering investments in emerging green technologies that promise not only to reduce its carbon footprint but also to optimize operational efficiencies and reduce costs, presenting a win-win scenario for both the company and the environment.

Growth strategies are also under scrutiny, with DeltaCom evaluating the benefits and risks associated with vertical and horizontal integration, as well as diversification. The company is assessing whether acquiring upstream suppliers or downstream distributors, or merging with businesses in adjacent digital domains, could provide the synergies needed for sustainable growth. Simultaneously, DeltaCom is contemplating diversification into new, sustainable digital services that align with its core capabilities yet offer new revenue streams.

Internationally, DeltaCom faces the intricate task of developing and implementing global strategies that incorporate sustainability considerations into every facet of international business operations. This global outlook necessitates understanding and adapting to varied sustainability standards across different markets, ensuring that DeltaComs expansion efforts are not only profitable but also responsible and aligned with global sustainability goals.

Navigating these strategic challenges requires DeltaCom to be more agile, innovative, and globally minded than ever before. The company’s journey underscores the complex interplay between maintaining competitive advantage, fostering innovation, pursuing growth, and committing to sustainability. DeltaComs ability to adapt its strategies in response to these challenges will be crucial in defining its role and success in the global digital services landscape.

• How does aligning DeltaCom Inc.’s corporate vision and mission with sustainability goals serve as a strategic asset in the digital services market? Discuss the potential impact of this alignment on the company’s competitive advantage and market differentiation.
• How can innovative practices not only drive sustainable growth but also enhance DeltaCom’s competitive edge in the digital services sector?
• Given DeltaCom Inc.’s ambitions for international expansion, what role do sustainability considerations play in the development and implementation of its global strategies? Analyze how adapting to diverse sustainability standards across markets could influence DeltaComs international business operations and overall success.
• Reference Page and in-text citations
• Include at least two (2) scholarly sources to substantiate your idea.

For all Discussions, each reply must incorporate at least 1 scholarly citation in the current APA format and 1 Biblical principle/verse (Note: for each reply for the Discussion: Disruptive Marketing, at least 1 Biblical verse needs to cited, in current APA format, under the Biblical Integration subject header). Any sources cited must have been published within the last five years, except for the Bible.

Part 4: 135 word

Negligence and product liability are two of our main topics for this week. Negligence is an unintentional tort because it happens by accident. Product liability arises when one is injured by a defective product.

• Consider the scenarios below. Choose one and determine if it describes negligence or product liability. Explain your answer and be sure to discuss the elements of any claims that may arise.
• Daisy is driving in her car when her phone chimes. She picks up her phone and sees a text from her friend. While responding to the text, Daisy runs a red light and causes an accident.
• Janet just moved from Florida to Minnesota and is enjoying the scenery of a beautiful snowfall when she sees a person slip and fall on the ice on the sidewalk in front of her house.
• Larry is a lumberjack. He decides to purchase a new chainsaw. The first time Larry uses the chainsaw, the product malfunctions and Larry is injured.

Part 5: 135 word

It seems that we have little privacy left in the modern era. We are constantly under video surveillance. Much of our personal information is available on the internet. We can be tracked by our cell phones. And thanks to satellite technology we can’t even find privacy in our own backyards.

• Does the lack of privacy in the modern era concern you? Why or why not?

Scenario

The CEO is interested in learning more about probability and how it works. The CEO is also asking about how probability and analytics can be integrated into the business model. In the process of looking for information on probability, you find that it is important to understand optimization and forecasting and how they can be applied to benefit the business. He would like you to show how to calculate probability via Excel while they are in a work conference in Atlantic City. The CEO specifically asked you to create a spreadsheet that shows how to calculate probability of rolling dice, playing roulette, and percentage of number of dogs rescued at the CEO’s favorite charity.

The following is the necessary information to complete this lab assignment.

Lab Components and Instructions

The deliverable for this lab is a Microsoft Word document, including completed work from all steps below.

This lab will use the following Lab Resources.

• Access Microsoft Excel from the DeVry Desktop (course navigation on the left side).
• You can also use Microsoft Excel, if its installed on your personal computer.

Please download the

in order to prepare for the steps below.

Watch the video below that goes into the lab steps:

• Start on cell K3 on the Dice worksheet.
• Enter the following formula: =COUNTIF($C$3:$H$8,J3).
• In cell L3, enter the following formula: =K3/36.
• Complete the similar formulas for the range K4:L13. (Hint: You could use the drop and drag feature in Excel.)
• In cell E16, enter the appropriate formula to calculate the probability of either rolling a 7 or 11.
• In cell E17, enter the appropriate formula to calculate the probability of either rolling a 2, 3, or 12.
• Save your work so far and go to cell E8 on the Roulette worksheet.
• Considering that the roulette ball can land on the numbers 1 through 36 or land on a 0 or 00, calculate the appropriate probability of landing on a red number.
• On cell E9, calculate the appropriate probability of landing on a 0 or 00.
• On cell E10, calculate the appropriate probability of landing on a black number.
• On cell E12, calculate the appropriate probability of landing on an even number not 0 or 00.
• On cell E13, calculate the appropriate probability of landing on an odd number not 0 or 00.
• Save your work so far and move to step 3.

• Go to the Joint Probability Worksheet Table
• Select the entire data table, including the blank total and row columns.
• Select the Sum function from the Home toolbar (it is the Greek letter Sigma, that looks a bit like a capital E). This will put totals in the outer right column and bottom row:
• Read, or calculate each probability from the joint probability table to answer questions 1 to 6. Use the video in the preparation portion of these instructions for how to calculate each probability. The formulas you should use are given below:
• Answer questions 7, putting your answer in the textbox. Make sure your answer to his question uses a probability based on the joint probability table.
• Save your work so far and move to Step 4.

Submit your Microsoft Excel file to Canvas.

Action

Select the Start Assignment button to begin.

Once you have uploaded your files, select Submit Assignment.

Rubric

BIAM110 Week 4 Lab – SEP25

BIAM110 Week 4 Lab – SEP25

CriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Dice Rolling Problem

The COUNTIF function is used to calculate how often the dice produce each given total in the top right table. The probability of rolling each total is also given in this table. The probabilities of achieving the specific combined totals is given in the table at the bottom left.

20 pts

Full Marks

15 pts

Most elements are present

10 pts

Some elements are present

5 pts

Few elements are present

0 pts

All element are missing.

20 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Roulette Problem

The probabilities in the bottom left table are calculated correctly.

20 pts

Full Marks

15 pts

Most elements are present

10 pts

Some elements are present

5 pts

Few elements are present

0 pts

This problem is not completed.

20 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning Outcome

Joint Probability Table

The row and column totals are calculated properly using the sum function. Each of the probabilities in questions 1 to 6 are either read properly from the top right table, or are calculated properly. The answer to question 7 is correct and refers to the correct probability.

30 pts

Full Marks

24 pts

Most elements are present

18 pts

Some elements are present

12 pts

Few elements are present

6 pts

Very few elements are present

0 pts

No Marks

30 pts

Total Points: 70

Hypothesis testing allows us to use an analytical process to determine if a hypothesis is retained or rejected. This process compares a null hypothesis (HO), which states things as we believe they are, to an alternative hypothesis (HA), which proposes a change to what we believe exists. Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words: Discuss the concepts of hypothesis testing, including what you are evaluating, when it should be used, and the differences between a one- and a two-tailed test. Describe 1 example from your own personal or professional experiences where you could apply a hypothesis test. Discuss how knowing that information helped you.

In APA format, write a 1-page summary paper for each articles including work cited. Need 10 peer reviewed journal articles on Strategic planning and Rural economic development to develop a research paper on a proposal of a new development. The articles can be found on ABI inform database on the UWA library website. These articles in the library must be a minimum of around 15 pages each. Economic data can also be found on IBIS World in the UWA Library website Databases and should be used as well. please send message with any questions.

Discussion post is due tonight 11:59pm 300 words with reference

the other two essays 300 words a piece are due Sunday, please read carefully… all have to be cited, you may need my credentials for the videos to do the homework

Competency Statement: Apply systemic and sustainable solutions to complex business problems.

Final Assessment Title: Final Assessment

Program Learning Outcomes:

OL MA 3) Cognition and Application: Apply systemic and sustainable solutions to complex business problems using critical thinking and applied through organizational studies and leadership conceptual frameworks and theories, particularly those exhibiting knowledge of diverse cultures, cross-cultural communication, the dynamics of privilege and oppression, and the uses of power between groups.

Competency Learning Outcomes (CLOs)

1. Justify what style of leadership is needed in various organizational scenarios and settings to maximize operational efficiencies.
2. Support a systems view of operations and the role a leader plays in the accomplishment of goals.
3. Design analytical tools and the ability to develop an integrative point of view.
4. Evaluate how individual elements of an organization fit together and work to create the larger outcome.

Purpose of the Assessment

The final assessment aims to measure your understanding of the course material. To succeed, you must demonstrate proficiency or excellence in each course learning objective (CLO), as outlined in the final assessment rubric.

Submission Artifacts:

Final For the final assessment, you are encouraged to submit a 3,000 ~ 5,000-word APA-style reflection essay that integrates all milestones while offering additional solutions and insights to address the central themes of this course. Additionally, a 35-minutes reflection video summarizing the key points from your essay is required to enhance your overall presentation.

Step 1: Identify a Meaningful ProblemSelect a relevant issue that aligns with this course and offers potential for innovative solutions. The problem may stem from personal experience or research. If associated with a well-known organization, publicly available data can provide valuable insights.

Step 2: Research and Document Information Gather credible, well-documented sources, including academic studies, industry reports, and real-world cases. Ensure all references are cited in APA format.

Step 3: Develop a Comprehensive AnalysisWrite a 3,000 ~ 5,000-word APA-formatted essay that:

• Defines the problem and its significance.
• Analyzes contributing factors.
• Applies relevant theories and frameworks.
• Proposes well-researched solutions.
• Discusses potential challenges and implementation strategies.

Step 4: Support with Scholarly ResearchUse at least three scholarly sources to strengthen your arguments. Properly integrate and cite them in APA format.

Step 5: Final Review of Your Essay Ensure clarity, coherence, and adherence to academic standards. Your essay should be well-structured, logically developed, and thoroughly proofread.

Step 6: Create a Reflection Video Record a 3~5-minute video (PPT voiceover or video) summarizing key insights, explaining your thought process, evaluating your proposed solutions, and discussing real-world applications.

Step 7: Submit Your Final Work Double-check both files before submission:

• Essay: Well-organized, properly formatted, and meeting all requirements.
• Video: Clearly articulated and aligned with your written analysis.

Complete Checklist for Submission

Did you…

• Ensure your final submission is clear, engaging, and well-structured.
• Present a compelling and logically developed analysis of the selected issue.
• Incorporate innovative solutions and critical thinking in your evaluation.
• Support your analysis with at least three scholarly sources, properly cited in APA format.
• Demonstrate a strong connection between course concepts, research findings, and proposed strategies.
• Review for clarity, coherence, and alignment with assessment criteria.
• Verify that your insights effectively address the identified problem with well-reasoned solutions.
• Ensure your reflection video concisely summarizes key findings, evaluates your logic, and proposes real-world applications.
• Double-check the accuracy of composition, adherence to APA formatting, and overall completeness before submission.

Additional Resources

Below are additional resources to aid you in the development of your product or service plan.

1. Using APA when referencing
4. PowerPoint Voiceover presentation
6. Creative Presentation Ideas
8. Adding narration to PowerPoint