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The effect of firm strategy and corporate performance on software market growth in emerging regions
No full textThe purpose of this research is to evaluate the impact of firm strategies and corporate performance on enterprise software market growth in emerging regions. The emerging regions of Asia Pacific, Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa, and Latin America, currently represent smaller overall markets for software vendors, but exhibit high growth rates and potential for greater opportunity as infrastructures improve, technology adoption accelerates, and firms refine their emerging market strategies. The research analyzes a data set of 102 publicly traded software firms which conduct business in at least one emerging region outside their home country headquarters location, and compares aspects of firm product strategy, go-to-market strategy, delivery models, research and development location investments, and corporate profitability ratios to aggregate emerging market growth rates. Findings indicate that decisions on product strategies (software only versus hardware and software), channel strategies (single vs. multichannel), and delivery models (multiple delivery models vs. SaaS/Cloud computing or on-premise only) are directionally associated with firm growth rates as predicted. Results also suggest that firm size and position within the industry life cycle and technology maturity curve are factors which may firm impact growth rates, and offer opportunities for further research.(Author abstract)Mertz, S.A. (2013). The effect of firm strategy and corporate performance on software market growth in emerging regions. Retrieved from http://academicarchive.snhu.eduDoctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)International BusinessSchool of Busines
The little moments : a collection of short stories
No full textA creative thesis written for the fiction sequence of the Southern New Hampshire University Master of Fine Arts Creative Writing program.Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.)School of Arts and Science
G.O.D.S. Place identification project
No full textThe need for identification (ID) of some type is crucial these days. ID is needed for opening a bank account, obtaining housing benefits, getting medical care, securing employment and exercising ones voting rights. The primary motivation for undertaking Giving Others Divine Services (G.O.D.S.) Place ID Project is to help those in need obtain ID and help them gain an identity and secure access to basic human needs and essential services. The target community is the homeless, seniors, youth and the needy in Douglas County, Georgia. As a result, of increasing population coinciding with the downturn in the economy, poverty levels have been exploding in the county. This in turn has made it difficult for the target community to obtain an ID. The project aims to increase awareness of the need for ID among the needy and help the participants obtain an ID. The project will secure funds through grants and donations and secure ID’s for 50 to 100 of the most needy in the country and will do this in a manner that ensures the project sustains itself beyond the project duration. By helping the target population put in place documentation and obtain an ID, the project will have a positive and long-lasting effect not only on the participants’ welfare but also on the community. It is critical that a project of this caliber be implemented and funded in order to build a stronger community. (Author abstract)Young, G. G.O.D.S. Place identification project. Retrieved from http://academicarchive.snhu.eduMaster of Science (M.S.)Community Economic DevelpopmentSchool of Busines
Socializing signage and technology courtesy zones: A community socialization project
No full textThis project attempts to address the growing bullying problem in four schools in the Jeollanam-do region in South Korea through using students to create signage advertising against bullying and modeling appropriate behavior. Given the cultural and language barriers, the methodology chosen was to support the growth of social capital within the school community, as bullying and isolation were considered symptoms of a growing decline of social capital. Students were selected to participate in this program, which involved creating signage, monitoring bullying behavior and training stakeholders about bullying. The signage was intended to serve as the cornerstone of a larger marketing campaign done by the students to address social issues within the school and emphasized empowering students to make full use of their talents at addressing their own issues. The result of the three-month program was that observed bullying behavior did decline, although it was likely this reduction was through the increased training and awareness, rather than behavioral modification. (Author abstract)Pettit, D. (2013). Socializing signage and technology courtesy zones: A community socialization project. Retrieved from http://academicarchive.snhu.eduMaster of Science (M.S.)Community Economic DevelpopmentSchool of Busines
Validity and importance of uniform data collection and reporting: Michigan Community Action Network statewide database project
No full textThe statewide database project looks at the process of implementation of a statewide database system for use among a group of agencies. The Michigan Community Action Agency Association determined that the need for a uniform data collection and reporting system for Community Action agencies belonging to their association. The reasons for having a statewide database system include strengthening the Community Action network within Michigan by having a consistent form of data collection among all agencies, improving reporting to funders by having all agencies using the same system, improving customer service by having one centralized intake process to determine program eligibility. The statewide database would provide easier access for customers to all programs to help the customer, provide security and validity of all data collected, and have additional forms of checks and balances to alleviate fraudulent activity. This project will discuss the process of choosing a uniform database system, project implementation, and results. (Author abstract)Dillon, A.S. (2013). Validity and importance of uniform data collection and reporting: Michigan Community Action Network statewide database project. Retrieved from http://academciarchive.snhu.eduMaster of Science (M.S.)Community Economic DevelpopmentSchool of Busines
2013-2014 University College undergraduate catalog
No full textThe SNHU University College undergraduate catalog includes the academic calendar, admission and financial aid information, an overview of tuition and expenses, different types of academic support services, academic program descriptions, standards and regulations, and information about non-academic on-campus features such as athletics and residence life
Diversity in the workplace
No full textThe focus of this paper is workplace diversity. Though it brings several advantages to the organization, it also brings conflicts and problems to the organization that does not know how to handle it appropriately. It is critical to master the skills to manage a diversified workforce effectively because people of different races, genders, religions and national origins have different perspectives, cultures, values or ways of getting things done. When an organization manages to handle diversified workforce effectively, it can increase job satisfaction as the employees feel respected and appreciated which then motivates them to perform at their best in order to increase productivity and profitability. Research on this topic has found it is not unusual for managers to hire people who are like them in style and substance which has been viewed as a perceived inequity that inhibits diversity in the workplace. Research has also demonstrated that one-off initiatives in conducting diversity training workshops may not be effective in eliminating deeply-rooted stereotypes or beliefs about others. (Author abstract)Chuah, J.V.H. (2013). Diversity in the workplace. Retrieved from http://academicarchive.snhu.ed
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