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  • Approach to Improve Patient Outcomes

    hoose one (1) of the following health operational issues (do not use both):

    Untimely Discharge of Patients from a Hospital OR Slow Laboratory Test Turnaround Times

    Write a paper from a process improvement perspective that:

    Examines and analyzes the selected operational issue (i.e., Untimely Discharge of Patients, or Slow Laboratory Test Turnaround Times).

    Discusses possible root causes of the operational issue.

    Identifies and explains 3-4-tools, techniques, and/or strategies covered during the course (textbook, lecture, or reading materials) that could be used to address the operational issue.

    Proposes 3 – 4-well-researched solutions to address the selected operational issue.

    Explains possible second and third-order effects associated with the solutions and directly links solutions to possible root causes.

    Explains how at least one (1) supply chain, or inventory management concept covered in Module 7 (textbook, lecture, or reading), might be useful in addressing the issue and/or improving the quality of care.

    Submission Requirements

    Your paper must:

    Be 6-8-pages in length, not including the required cover and reference pages.

    Conform to APA guidelines in the CSU Global Writing Center [link in the navigation panel to the left].

    Include an introduction, a body with at least two (2) fully developed paragraphs, and a conclusion.

    Be clear and well-written. Use excellent grammar and style techniques. Be concise. Be logical. You are being graded in part on the quality of your writing. If you need assistance with your writing style, visit the CSU Global Writing Center [link in the navigation panel to the left].

    Be supported using a minimum of six credible sources, of which at least three must be from peer-reviewed research studies.

  • Parenting Observation Report

    1. Observation
    • Observe a parent (or caregiver) interacting with their child for at least 30 minutes.
    • This can be in a public setting (e.g., park, store, family gathering) or, if appropriate, within your own family context.
    • Respect privacy: do not include names or identifying details.
    1. Describe the Interaction
    • Summarize what you observed: the behaviors, communication style, emotional tone, and responses between parent and child.
    1. Apply Developmental Concepts
    • Connect your observations to at least two parenting concepts or theories, such as:
    • Baumrinds parenting styles (authoritative, authoritarian, permissive, uninvolved)
    • Attachment theory (secure, avoidant, ambivalent, disorganized)
    • Cultural influences on parenting
    • Explain why the observed behavior fits the theory or concept.
    1. Reflection
    • Reflect on what this observation suggests about how parenting impacts development.
    • Consider: How might the parents style influence the childs emotional, social, or cognitive growth?

    Requirements

    • Length: 1.52 pages (approx. 500600 words), double-spaced
    • Format: APA-style title page (no abstract required)

  • Case Study Analysis 2: Roblox

    Due day, Submission method, and grade weight table Submit: Each case study is submitted as a full written analysis in a Word document. Length of the full written analysis should be around 57 pages, double-spaced, 12-point font. You may certainly go over 7 pages if you wish. Grading: Each case study is worth up to 100 points. See Rubrics in Course Home for more information. We will be analyzing and discussing two cases. The primary purpose of cases is to create a forum for discussing marketing concepts and strategies. Typically, there is not one right answer to a case, but there are stronger and weaker marketing recommendations based on stronger or weaker analyses. It is important to remember that this is not a report. Im not looking to see if you read the case or not. You need to take the key issues and think about them within the context of whats given in the case. The key here is to think about what you would do if you were in this situation. I am looking for your thoughtswith justification. Integrate and synthesize theory and terminology from class and the readings into your case analysis. This is key to producing a superior analysis. Use headings and subheadings when writing your case analysis. How to Prepare the Written Case Studies Use the following instructions for each part to structure your analysis. Part I. Identify the Key Issues in an Executive Summary In this section you should read the case and ask yourself, Whats happening here right now? What are the issues that the firm faces within the context of the case? In many cases there are issues that involve more than one business function. For example, are there marketing issues, management issues, organizational issues, competitive issues, financial issues, etc.? Your executive summary should briefly identify the key issue(s) at hand and describe how you will come up with your solution. Briefly, but specifically, mention your key strategies at the end of this section. This section should be one page maximumpreferably half a page. It might help to write this as your last section. For Parts II and beyond, remember: You are not writing a report. You are writing an analysis. You should take the information in the case, think about it, and then report your thoughts. You should be comfortable saying I think…. and be comfortable making bold statements. Think of yourself as a consultant hired by the firm to give them strategic advice. They already know what its in the casethey want your take on the situation. The use of outside information may be appropriate to support your claims, thoughts, and ideas. Part II. Identify Internal Strengths What is the firm doing well internally? Why is it doing these things well? And, more importantly, how do the strengths of the firm tie to marketing theory and concepts? What lead to the success of the firm in the past (or present)? What strengths of the firm will lead to future value? Part III. Identify Internal Weaknesses What is the firm doing poorly internally? Why is it doing these things poorly? What lead to these poor tactics? How do the weaknesses contradict good marketing theory and concepts? Part IV. Identify External Opportunities What is going on the firms external environment that the firm can use to its advantage? For example, if you are analyzing a case on McDonalds, an external opportunity might be the fact that the Atkins Diet has run its course and people are eating carbs again. These are not strategies herethose will come later (Part VII). In this section, focus on the external variables the firm can take advantage of. Part V. Identify External Threats What is going on in the firms external environment that the firm needs to defend against? Analyze competitorscompetition is certainly one external threat. Maybe government regulation is another. Possibly the taste of the target market is another. For example, if you are analyzing a case on Amtrak, one major threat is the growth of Southwest airlines and cheap, national air travel. Part VI. Other Issues / Metrics What other issues are going on in the case? How does the firms financial situation look? If financial data is given, what are the trends you see? Does anything you see jump out at you? Is there a lot of debt? Any expenses seem odd? Are there any other issues out there that didnt quite fit in Parts IIV? Discuss them here. Part VII. Strategies Based on all the issues that you identified in Parts IIVI, what do you recommend that the firm do now? Be specific as possible. General strategies like sell more products are a gimme and add little to your analysis. You have to think deep here. How can the firm use its strengths to take advantage of external issues? How might the firm have to defend itself against threats? How can the firm shore up weaknesses? Again, think of yourself as someone hired to help this firm. What do you tell them and why? What are the risks and short/long term implications of what you suggest? (Please note that this should be your longest section.)

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  • Case Study Analysis 1: McDonalds

    Due day, Submission method, and grade weight table Submit: Each case study is submitted as a full written analysis in a Word document. Length of the full written analysis should be around 57 pages, double-spaced, 12-point font. You may certainly go over 7 pages if you wish. Grading: Each case study is worth up to 100 points. See Rubrics in Course Home for more information. We will be analyzing and discussing two cases. The primary purpose of cases is to create a forum for discussing marketing concepts and strategies. Typically, there is not one right answer to a case, but there are stronger and weaker marketing recommendations based on stronger or weaker analyses. It is important to remember that this is not a report. Im not looking to see if you read the case or not. You need to take the key issues and think about them within the context of whats given in the case. The key here is to think about what you would do if you were in this situation. I am looking for your thoughtswith justification. Integrate and synthesize theory and terminology from class and the readings into your case analysis. This is key to producing a superior analysis. Use headings and subheadings when writing your case analysis. How to Prepare the Written Case Studies Use the following instructions for each part to structure your analysis. Part I. Identify the Key Issues in an Executive Summary In this section you should read the case and ask yourself, Whats happening here right now? What are the issues that the firm faces within the context of the case? In many cases there are issues that involve more than one business function. For example, are there marketing issues, management issues, organizational issues, competitive issues, financial issues, etc.? Your executive summary should briefly identify the key issue(s) at hand and describe how you will come up with your solution. Briefly, but specifically, mention your key strategies at the end of this section. This section should be one page maximumpreferably half a page. It might help to write this as your last section. For Parts II and beyond, remember: You are not writing a report. You are writing an analysis. You should take the information in the case, think about it, and then report your thoughts. You should be comfortable saying I think…. and be comfortable making bold statements. Think of yourself as a consultant hired by the firm to give them strategic advice. They already know what its in the casethey want your take on the situation. The use of outside information may be appropriate to support your claims, thoughts, and ideas. Part II. Identify Internal Strengths What is the firm doing well internally? Why is it doing these things well? And, more importantly, how do the strengths of the firm tie to marketing theory and concepts? What lead to the success of the firm in the past (or present)? What strengths of the firm will lead to future value? Part III. Identify Internal Weaknesses What is the firm doing poorly internally? Why is it doing these things poorly? What lead to these poor tactics? How do the weaknesses contradict good marketing theory and concepts? Part IV. Identify External Opportunities What is going on the firms external environment that the firm can use to its advantage? For example, if you are analyzing a case on McDonalds, an external opportunity might be the fact that the Atkins Diet has run its course and people are eating carbs again. These are not strategies herethose will come later (Part VII). In this section, focus on the external variables the firm can take advantage of. Part V. Identify External Threats What is going on in the firms external environment that the firm needs to defend against? Analyze competitorscompetition is certainly one external threat. Maybe government regulation is another. Possibly the taste of the target market is another. For example, if you are analyzing a case on Amtrak, one major threat is the growth of Southwest airlines and cheap, national air travel. Part VI. Other Issues / Metrics What other issues are going on in the case? How does the firms financial situation look? If financial data is given, what are the trends you see? Does anything you see jump out at you? Is there a lot of debt? Any expenses seem odd? Are there any other issues out there that didnt quite fit in Parts IIV? Discuss them here. Part VII. Strategies Based on all the issues that you identified in Parts IIVI, what do you recommend that the firm do now? Be specific as possible. General strategies like sell more products are a gimme and add little to your analysis. You have to think deep here. How can the firm use its strengths to take advantage of external issues? How might the firm have to defend itself against threats? How can the firm shore up weaknesses? Again, think of yourself as someone hired to help this firm. What do you tell them and why? What are the risks and short/long term implications of what you suggest? (Please note that this should be your longest section.)

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  • Essay #2: Our Identities, Our Stories: Who Am I?

    Essay #2: Our Identities, Our Stories: Who Am I?

    Topic:

    The understanding self is critical to becoming a responsible member of society and our practices of equity. Becoming an equity practitioner asks us to look at ourselves on a very deep and complex level. So, let’s begin with a vital question: What’s your story?

    We self-identify with several cultures in our society. Our cultural identities shape who we are. These identities also influence how we see others, influence our opinions, and dictate how we engage with other cultures within our society.

    discusses the complexity of identity in

    She depicts how identity is shaped by individual characteristics, family dynamics, historical factors, and social and political contexts (Tatum 99). Tatum poses the question “Who Am I?” and offers the following response: The answer depends in large part on who the world around me says I am. Who do my parents say I am? Who do my peers say I am? What message is reflected back to me in the faces and voices of my teachers, my neighbors, store clerks. What do I learn from the media about myself? How am I represented in the cultural images around me? Or am I missing from the picture altogether? (99).

    Tatum argues that integrating one’s past, present, and future into a cohesive, unified sense of self is a complex task that begins in adolescence and continues for a lifetime (101).

    The question of identity and the reshaping of self is explored in countless other works, as well. In her collection of writing, Brown Album: Essays on Exile and Identity, author Porochista Khakpour relates her relationship with identity as she shares, I had tactics as a child: I hid inside the American costumes I wore punk, cowgirl, starlet and took on Persian only when I had to (4). She continues, Once in a while a baffled peer would ask: But whats Persian? Arent you from Iran? Id spin the wheel in my brain and let the arrow land on the many somethings, anythings, I had cobbled… (4).

    The objective of this essay is to gain insight into how our cultural identities inform our experiences, values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors, and to better understand the diversity and connections within society.

    Identifying Individual Culture(s): Dimensions of Diversity

    The primary dimensions of age, race, gender, ethnicity, (dis)abilities, sexual identity, economic class (childhood), and religion (childhood) serve as core elements and shape our basic self-image and our fundamental view. They help form our core expectations of others in our personal and professional life.

    The secondary dimensions of culture including education, income/economic status, religious beliefs (current), relationship/parental status, geographic location, and work background serve as independent influences on our self-esteem and self-definition. This influence varies with who we are, our stage of life, and changes we have experienced.

    In this essay, you will explore the dimensions of identity and find 5 different dimensions that highlight your cultural/life identity. You need to pick a least one from primary and one from secondary. The other three can come from either category. Please note: You may use the same dimensions and the same writing from your discussion if you like! You may also change the information if you prefer.

    Your choices could be those with which you have built confident relationships, or those that you are trying to comfortably unfold. Explain your relationship with those dimensions and why they are significant. These stories will be told with a personal and subjective voice. Please only share what you comfortable doing so. These essays will only be read by me.

    You must use Khakpour to highlight your argument. Begin your source integration by introducing the Khakpour writing for your readers. Like weve done previously, assume that your reader has not read the article/s. Give your readers the key info about the text, such as the full name of the writer, the title, and an overall summary of the text in your own words. Preview the idea/concept you want to quote by explaining it in your own words.

    You must also use two additional sources that can be found through the GCC databases or other well-vetted sources. Dont forget to add a signal phrase and parenthetical citation.

    After each quote, explain what you think the quote means and how you think it reflects the argument you are making about identity and/or self. Analyze in no less than 3-5 sentences, per quote. You will likely have more analysis than that.

    Please be sure to include at least one secondary piece of information (a quote from Khakpour or one of your secondary sources) to help support EACH dimension. This is important and required.

    ** Please note: While you are welcome to use Tatum as a secondary source, simply copying and referencing the quote in the above prompt will not be enough. You will need to pull the source, engage with it and then use additional evidence from the text. If you only use portions of the quote that have already been provided above, it will not count as one of your required sources.

    Your paper should include the following requirements:

    Your paper should be a 1500+ word essay 1 side margins, 1 header and footer margins, Times New Roman, 12 pt. font. The Works Cited does not count in your word count.

    This paper should include a strong working thesis to help focus your essay; this is a main complex claim or thinking question you set up early on and develop/refine/complicate as the paper unfolds. Your claims should represent complexity in thinking through your ideas and need to be supported by detailed reasons and evidence.

    You should be in conversation with your chosen and assigned texts. Keep in mind that you want your sources to be credible, or you have to make them credible through your own analysis. Dont forget about the Library Databases!

    As you incorporate your sources, accurately summarize the ideas, theories, terms, or concepts you are using from that source to offer context (making sure your summary is understandable to a reader who is not familiar with the source youre introducing). Your sources should be a springboard for your own claims, questions, and analysis. In other words, you must do something with your sources. Be sure to clarify the meaning of the material you have quoted, paraphrased, or summarized and explain its significance in light of your evolving thesis – this is what the citation sandwich move is all about.

    Support your claims with reasoning and evidence – making sure to link the evidence to the claim(s). Don’t just tell stories. Think why? So what? What does this mean? How does this define identity? Please be sure to include at least one secondary piece of information (a quote from Khakpour or one of your secondary sources) to help support EACH dimension. Remember that this is required.

    As you move toward the conclusion, address the so what? question for your thesis.

    Clearly and explicitly explain your chain of reasoning – the thought connections you are making throughout your draft between claims, evidence, & sources. The more clearly you explain connections to your readers, the more your readers will be able to follow your thinking.

    Cite all sources in MLA format (in text), in addition to a Works Cited page. Use Purdue OWL – linked on our course Canvas site – to see a properly modeled WC. Remember that your WC will not count in your word count.

    Your writing must be your own. Do not use any AI generated language or anything else that may reflect academic dishonesty.

    Proofread and edit your paper before turning it in. Credibility and clarity are on the line if you neglect to do this at a high level. Even a first draft needs to be reader-friendly.

    Please make sure you submit by the due date, as announced in class.

  • Unit 3 – NU605 – Discussion Response – YT

    Nurse Practitioner Effectiveness Numerous studies have demonstrated that nurse practitioners (NPs) provide high-quality primary care comparable to that of physicians, with similar or lower associated costs. For example, among adults with diabetes, there was no significant difference in total health care costs between NP-led care and physician-led care. In contrast, for children with asthma, total health care costs were significantly lower under NP-led care. These findings suggest that the cost-effectiveness of NPs is not merely attributable to lower reimbursement levels, but rather to efficient care delivery models that emphasize preventive-focused approaches and appropriate utilization of health care services (Harrison et al., 2023). Nurse Practitioner Skills Both NPs and physicians can achieve high levels of clinical competence. Core competencies required of primary care providers include clinical leadership, compassion-based patient-centered care, professionalism with evidence-based practice, preventive-oriented thinking, and effective communication. However, due to their nursing-based education and role orientation, NPs may have relative strengths in empathetic, patient-centered care and education-focused communication. As a result of evidence-based practice, NPs ultimately contribute to the delivery of high-quality primary care without increasing health care costs. In particular, the preventive focus characteristic of NP practice represents one of the most cost-effective strategies for reducing hospitalizations, high-cost procedures, and emergency department utilization (Htay & Whitehead, 2021). Transition Plan to Family Nurse Practitioner Practice I view the content studied during this final academic term, along with successfully passing the FNP certification examination, as the starting point for building the essential clinical foundation needed for practice as a NP. From this point forward, the journey of lifelong learning as a nurse practitioner truly begins. To demonstrate leadership as a primary care provider, strong knowledge grounded in evidence-based practice is essential. This requires NPs to continuously engage in learning and stay current with emerging evidence, evolving clinical guidelines, and new regulatory and pharmacologic updates throughout their professional careers. To maintain clinical competence as a practicing NP, efficient and sustainable learning strategies are essential. Peer learning through case discussions with colleagues supports real-world application of new guidelines, medications, and regulations, and enhances clinical decision-making. In addition, dedicating brief but consistent time, such as 30 minutes per week, to reviewing guideline updates helps NPs stay current without contributing to burnout. Anchoring clinical decisions in evidence-based guidelines allows NPs to quickly identify meaningful changes, justify care plans, and deliver high-quality, cost-effective care. Together, peer learning, a structured weekly study approach, and guideline-based thinking support lifelong learning in NP practice. Lastly, beginning practice as a new graduate nurse practitioner within a large, well-organized health care system may be especially beneficial, as it can provide structured support, mentorship, and established clinical workflows that facilitate a smoother transition into independent practice. References Harrison, J. M., Kranz, A. M., Chen, A. Y.-A., Liu, H. H., Martsolf, G. R., Cohen, C. C., & Dworsky, M. (2023). The impact of nurse practitioner-led primary care on quality and cost for medicaid-enrolled patients in states with pay parity. Inquiry, 60. Htay, M., & Whitehead, D. (2021). The Effectiveness of the Role of Advanced Nurse Practitioners Compared to physician-led or Usual care: a Systematic Review. International Journal of Nursing Studies Advances, 3(3), 122.

  • Case Study 6.1: Melissa Reiff, Servant Leader of The Contain…

    As an individual assignment, you will write and upload a minimum 4-page paper (defined below) that answers Case Study 6.1: Melissa Reiff, Servant Leader of The Container Store, pp.151-152 of the textbook (chapter 6: Leadership). In addition, you will incorporate two generative AI platforms to analyze the same case and compare and contrast their outputs through a leadership lens. This assignment is worth up to 10% of your final course grade. Learning Objectives – By completing this assignment, you will: Apply leadership theory to a selected real-world case Develop critical judgment about AI-generated business insights Strengthen ethical and analytical decision-making skills Explore the role of AI as a leadership support tool, not as a substitute Required Structure Your paper should include the following clearly labeled sections in each of the 4 pages: PAGE ONE – Case Analysis (Course-Based) Answer Case Study 6.1 noted above, Question #1, using critical thinking and course concepts Apply leadership theories covered in class Support your analysis with one or more scholarly sources PAGE TWO – AI-Supported Analysis Select two different AI platforms (i.e.: ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, Claude) Use the same prompt for both platforms related to Case Study 6.1, Question #1, to further analyze the selected case study regarding Reiffs leadership style Briefly describe: 1) The prompt you used, 2) The two AI platforms selected, 3) The general nature of each response (do not paste full AI outputs) PAGE THREE – Compare and Contrast AI Outputs Compare how each AI platform: 1) Interprets Reiffs leadership style, 2) Applies (or fails to apply) servant leadership principles, 3) Demonstrates depth, nuance, or limitations in leadership analysis, 4) Identify strengths, weaknesses, and biases in each AI-generated response PAGE FOUR – Critical Reflection Evaluate how effective AI tools can be for leadership analysis. Discuss: 1) What insights AI provided that were useful, 2) Where AI fell short compared to your own critical thinking, 3) What are some ethical considerations of using AI in academic and professional leadership contexts Formatting & Submission Requirements AI should be used as a supporting analytical tool, not as a replacement for your own thinking (see Rutgers Academic Integrity policy) Minimum 4 full pages 12-point font, double-spaced, 1 margins Consistent formatting of citations and references are required for course materials, external sources, and all AI tools used Submit via Canvas by the posted deadline Rubric provided for more clarity

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  • Dietary Guidelines Comparison and Reflection Due: Tue Jan 27…

    Dietary Guidelines Comparison and Reflection

    Choose a previous edition of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (e.g., 1980 or 2000) and compare it to the guidelines learned in this course. Include a photo, infographic, pamphlet, or flyer from the chosen guideline (if applicable), along with at least one source in APA format. In one paragraph, summarize the main differences and discuss how these reflect shifts in nutrition science or public health priorities. Additionally, share your thoughts on how these changes have influenced your understanding of nutrition and any personal insights you’ve gained about current dietary guidelines.

  • The History of Defining Youth

    1. Introduction:
    • Begin the essay with a brief introduction to the topic of defining youth and its historical context.
    • Provide an overview of the importance of identifying and treating delinquent youth in society.
    • Clearly state the purpose of the essay and the main points you will be discussing.
    1. Historical Overview:
    • Explore the historical perspectives on defining youth. Discuss how different societies and cultures have interpreted and defined youth throughout history.
    • Highlight significant milestones or events that have shaped our understanding of youth and delinquency.
    • Include examples of influential theories or frameworks that have impacted the identification and treatment of delinquent youth.
    1. Current Definitions and Implications:
    • Examine the present-day definitions of youth and how they vary across different contexts, such as legal, psychological, and sociological perspectives.
    • Discuss the implications of these definitions for identifying and treating delinquent youth in contemporary society.
    • Analyze the strengths and limitations of current definitions and their impact on the justice system, rehabilitation programs, and social policies.
    1. Factors Influencing Delinquency:
    • Explore the various factors that contribute to delinquent behavior among youth.
    • Discuss social, economic, familial, and psychological factors that can influence youth involvement in delinquency.
    • Provide relevant statistics, research findings, or case studies to support your analysis.
    1. Treatment Approaches:
    • Investigate different approaches and interventions used to address delinquency among youth.
    • Discuss the effectiveness of various treatment methods, such as prevention programs, counseling, education, and community-based initiatives.
    • Examine the challenges and ethical considerations associated with treating delinquent youth.
    1. Future Directions:
    • Propose potential strategies or recommendations for improving the identification and treatment of delinquent youth.
    • Discuss emerging trends, innovations, or areas of research that may shape the future approaches to addressing youth delinquency.
    • Consider the potential impact of technology, societal changes, and evolving psychological theories on the future of youth delinquency.
    1. Conclusion:
    • Summarize the key points discussed in the essay.
    • Emphasize the significance of understanding the history of defining youth for effective identification and treatment of delinquent youth.
    • Conclude with a thought-provoking statement or a call to action related to the topic.

  • Assignment 1

    The company that you are working for is considering buying another smaller firm. However, there is some business analysis needed for your company to make its final decision about purchasing. Throughout this course, you will be working on creating the Business Strategy and Management Plan.

    Keep in mind that the final Business Strategy and Management Plan template should contain the following elements:

    • Title page
    • Course number and name
    • Project name
    • Your name
    • Date
    • Table of contents
    • Auto-generated
    • Up-to-date
    • Maximum of 3 levels deep
    • Section headings

    Each week, you will add a section to your Business Strategy and Management Plan and submit it for grading. For Week 1, you will make a qualitative evaluation of the industry’s strategic position using Porter’s five forces. (Please note that the summaries below for Weeks 25 do not need to be completed in Week 1. Just create the section headings at this time). As a preview, each section will contain the following subsections:

    • Qualitative Evaluation of the Industrys Strategic Position (Week 1 IP)
    • Choose an aspect of the information technology (IT) industry that has not been previously used as an example in this course. Use Porters five forces to make a qualitative evaluation of the industrys strategic position. Be sure to explain each of the five forces, as well as how they relate to your chosen industry.
    • Note: The mobile phone industry was provided as an example in the video material and may not be used as the subject for this assignment.
    • Remember to include the following elements (Porters five forces):
    • Threat of new entrants: Are new entrants being attracted to the market, and are there barriers to entry in the industry?
    • Threat of substitute products or services: Are there other products that could be alternatives to offerings in the chosen industry?
    • Bargaining power of customers: What degree of bargaining power do the buyers have in terms of putting the industry under pressure to provide more products or less cost?
    • Bargaining power of suppliers: What is the importance of raw materials, components, labor, and services that are required for the industry, and are there substitutes for those inputs? Discuss the possibility of switching suppliers, if necessary.
    • Intensity of competitive rivalry: Does the industry have a sustainable competitive advantage?