In today’s ever-changing business landscape, carrying out comprehensive environmental and industry analyses is essential for achieving success. For instance, Tesla carefully evaluates market trends and competitor strategies to stay ahead. Competitive analysis includes approaches such as tapping into new markets and taking advantage of negotiation tactics. They also need to prioritize innovation to establish a unique presence in the market. Organizations must adapt to consider both global and national competitive advantages. They should also integrate various factors into their planning. This includes a strategy, an industry structure, and governmental policies.
 

 answer the following questions:

• Why might an organization need to change its strategy?
• How does a dynamic approach, such as entering a new market, help an organization stand out from its competitors?
• What are some factors to consider when using a strategy of innovation?
• Why might a merger or acquisition be part of an organization’s strategic plan?

Include a minimum of 3 references and corresponding citations in your Individual Project each week.

 

Your team attends a trade conference on the subject of globalization. They have attended several seminars that are both advocating and dismissing implementing a global strategy. You return to the office and share some of what you have learned with the team.

“Globalization is a very interesting topic and can get very heated,” you explain. “There are some countries and companies who are fiercely loyal to their homes and would not consider going global. Others see it as a benefit to the company and their customers. Some people here in the states believe that American-made is best because we are contributing to our home country. But, is it? Is it always best to stay domestic? How does this impact pricing? Are you truly helping?”

As your team ponders these questions, you start to think about your position on the topic. Address the following:

• Should your company go global? Why or why not?
• How does globalization impact the marketplace as a whole?
• Has your opinion changed from the beginning of the course to now?

 

A balanced scorecard offers a complete overview that combines various perspectives, such as financial, customer, internal process, and learning and growth. It ensures a holistic view of strategic objectives. The balanced scorecard helps clear communication. It also helps the alignment of goals across all organizational levels. It fosters unity and collective focus. It allows organizations to establish specific performance measures and key performance indicators (KPIs). These allow organizations to effectively track progress toward strategic goals. The balanced scorecard provides a structured approach to monitoring and evaluating performance. It promotes accountability and transparency. Taking advantage of its structure allows organizations to make well-informed decisions. It also equips them to strategically adapt to achieve success in the global marketplace.

answer the following questions:

• Develop a balanced scorecard that gives a complete view of an organization’s strategy.
• What role does organizational communication play in implementing global strategies?
• What are some performance measures and KPIs that could be used to track an organization’s progress toward its strategic goals?
• What are the benefits of using the balanced scorecard in multinational corporations?

Include a minimum of 3 references and corresponding citations in your Individual Project each week.

 

Past Medical History (PMH):
Patient is Diabetic, controlled with Metformin 500 mg by mouth twice a day, Lantus 15 units SC bedtime. Hypertensive, controlled with Olmesartan 20 mg by mouth once a day. Atrial Fibrillation, controlled with Rivaroxaban 15 mg by mouth once a day and bisoprolol 10 mg by mouth once a day.

Labs:
Hb 12.7 g/dl; Hct 38.8% WBC 8.2; Glycemia 74mg/dl; Creatinine 0.8 mg/dl; BUN 9.8 mg/dl; AST 21 U/L ALT 17 U/L; Bil T 1.90 mg/dl; Ind 0.69 mg/dl; Dir 1.21 mg/dl.

Diagnostic test:
Endoscopic Ultrasound of the Pancreas. Solid mass in the head of pancreas 4 cms, infiltrating Wirsung duct. The solid mass impress to infiltrate the superior mesenteric vein. Perilesional node is detected, 1.5 cms, metastatic aspect. Fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsy: Ductal adenocarcinoma.

Case study questions:

1. Please name the potential most common sites for metastasis on J.C and why?
2. What are tumor cell markers and why tumor cell markers are ordered for a patient with pancreatic cancer?
3. Based on the case study described, proceed to classify the tumor based on the TNM Stage classification. Why this classification important?
4. Discussed characteristic of malignant tumors regarding it cells, growth and ability to spread.
5. Describe the carcinogenesis phase when a tumor metastasizes.
6. Choose the tissue level that is affected on the patient discussed above: Epithelial, Connective, Muscle or Neural. Support your answer.

Submission Instructions:

• Your initial post should be at least 500 words, formatted and cited in current APA style with support from at least 2 academic sources. Your initial post is worth 8 points.
• You should respond to at least two of your peers by extending, refuting/correcting, or adding additional nuance to their posts. Your reply posts are worth 2 points (1 point per response.) 
• All replies must be constructive and use literature where possible.

Please use this rubric

 

Discussion Rubric

Discussion Rubric

CriteriaRatingsPts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIdentification of Main Issues, Problems, and Concepts

5 to >4.0 ptsDistinguished
Identifies and demonstrates a sophisticated understanding of the issues, problems, and concepts.

4 to >3.0 ptsExcellent
Identifies and demonstrates an accomplished understanding of most issues, problems, and concepts.

3 to >0.0 ptsFair
Identifies and demonstrates an acceptable understanding of most issues, problems, and concepts.

0 ptsPoor
Identifies and demonstrates an unacceptable understanding of most issues, problems, and concepts. Or nothing was posted.

5 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUse of Citations, Writing Mechanics and APA Formatting Guidelines

3 ptsDistinguished
Effectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Exceptional use of citations and extended referencing. High level of APA precision and free of grammar and spelling errors.

2 ptsExcellent
Effectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing. Moderate level of APA precision and free of grammar and spelling errors.

1 ptsFair
Ineffectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Moderate use of citations and extended referencing. APA style and writing mechanics need more precision and attention to detail.

0 ptsPoor
Ineffectively uses the literature and other resources to inform their work. Unacceptable use of citations and extended referencing. APA style and writing mechanics need serious attention. Or nothing was posted.

3 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeResponse to Posts of Peers

2 ptsDistinguished
Student constructively responded to two other posts and either extended, expanded or provided a rebuttal to each.

1 ptsFair
Student constructively responded to one other post and either extended, expanded or provided a rebuttal.

0 ptsPoor
Student provided no response to a peer’s post.

2 pts

Total Points: 10