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Environmental uncertainty is primarily characterized by which two aspects?
Environmental uncertainty is primarily characterized by which two aspects?
Which of the following factors is NOT part of the general environment?
Which of the following factors is NOT part of the general environment?
What best describes the competitive environment of an organization?
What best describes the competitive environment of an organization?
Which component of the general environment refers to the societal influences on an organization?
Which component of the general environment refers to the societal influences on an organization?
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Which of the following is considered a demographic factor in the general environment?
Which of the following is considered a demographic factor in the general environment?
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Which factor is associated with technological aspects of an organization's environment?
Which factor is associated with technological aspects of an organization's environment?
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What are the outcomes of changes in law within the political and legal environmental factor?
What are the outcomes of changes in law within the political and legal environmental factor?
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In terms of international PESTEL analysis, which aspect deals with currency stability?
In terms of international PESTEL analysis, which aspect deals with currency stability?
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What factor increases the intensity of rivalry among competitors in an industry?
What factor increases the intensity of rivalry among competitors in an industry?
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Which of the following best describes the bargaining power of suppliers?
Which of the following best describes the bargaining power of suppliers?
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What characterizes a strong organizational culture?
What characterizes a strong organizational culture?
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Which of these is an internal stakeholder in a company?
Which of these is an internal stakeholder in a company?
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What is a key factor that influences the establishment of an organization's culture?
What is a key factor that influences the establishment of an organization's culture?
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What role does adaptability play in organizational culture?
What role does adaptability play in organizational culture?
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Which force in Porter’s five forces model relates to the availability of similar products from other industries?
Which force in Porter’s five forces model relates to the availability of similar products from other industries?
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In terms of stakeholder claims, what do stockholders primarily seek from a company?
In terms of stakeholder claims, what do stockholders primarily seek from a company?
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Which characteristic is associated with a weak organizational culture?
Which characteristic is associated with a weak organizational culture?
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What is the focus of the 'people orientation' dimension in organizational culture?
What is the focus of the 'people orientation' dimension in organizational culture?
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What can lead to lower industry profits according to the threat of new entrants?
What can lead to lower industry profits according to the threat of new entrants?
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Which of the following is NOT a visible artifact of organizational culture?
Which of the following is NOT a visible artifact of organizational culture?
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Which element of the competitive environment refers to organizations that help other organizations sell their goods or services?
Which element of the competitive environment refers to organizations that help other organizations sell their goods or services?
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How can top managers influence organizational culture?
How can top managers influence organizational culture?
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Study Notes
Business Environment
- Environment encompasses external institutions impacting organizational performance.
- Environmental uncertainty: a mix of change rate (how fast things alter) and complexity (how many components exist and how well they're understood).
- General environment: broad factors affecting all organizations (political, economic, socio-cultural, technological, environmental, legal).
- Competitive environment: industry-specific forces like customers, suppliers, and competitors.
Major Forces in the General Environment
- Economic: Interest rates, inflation, unemployment, economic growth.
- Technological: Infrastructure, innovation, technology advancements in production/distribution.
- Political and Legal: Political stability, government regulations, legal changes.
- Socio-cultural: Customs, values, traditions, lifestyles, beliefs.
- Demographic: Population characteristics (age, gender, ethnicity, etc.).
- Environmental: Pollution, sustainable practices, climate change.
- International: Global involvement and influence.
International PESTEL Analysis
- Political: Government policies, political stability, intellectual property rights.
- Economic: Growth, wealth distribution, currency stability, exchange rates.
- Socio-cultural: National cultures, attitudes towards foreign companies.
- Technological: Telecom, power supply, import/export infrastructure.
- Environmental: Natural resources, environmental conditions, climate change impacts.
- Legal: Tariffs, trade agreements, employment laws, taxes.
Competitive Environment
- Competitive environment comprises forces from suppliers, distributors, customers, and competitors.
- Suppliers provide inputs; distributors aid in sales to customers; customers buy products/services; competitors offer similar offerings.
Porter's Five Forces Model
- Analyzes industry attractiveness.
- Rivalry Among Competitors: Higher rivalry, lower industry profits. Factors include: number of competitors, demand growth, product differentiation, barriers to exit.
- Threat of New Entrants: Lower barriers to entry, lower industry profits. Factors include barriers like capital investment, economies of scale, licensing, customer loyalty.
- Bargaining Power of Suppliers: Higher supplier power, lower industry profits. Factors include number of suppliers, customer purchasing patterns, supplier expansion capacity, switching costs.
- Bargaining Power of Buyers: Higher buyer power, lower industry profits.
- Threat of Substitute Products or Services: Products from other industries filling the same need.
Organizational Culture
- Internal environment: Elements within the organization impacting operations (people, culture, structure, technology).
- Organizational culture: Shared values, principles, traditions shaping member behavior and distinguishing it from other organizations.
- Strong Culture: Consistent behavior based on widespread values, easily identified with.
- Weak Culture: Values mostly confined to leadership, limited employee identification, potentially contradictory messages.
Levels of Organizational Culture
- Visible Artifacts: Observable aspects; dress, behaviors, symbols, ceremonies, office layout.
- Invisible: Underlying values, beliefs, and assumptions; stories, language, symbols, role modelling, legends.
Dimensions of Organizational Culture
- Adaptability, attention to detail, outcome orientation, people orientation, team orientation, integrity.
How Organizational Culture is Established
- Founders' vision.
- Culture transmission via stories, symbols, and language.
- Maintenance through selection, socialization.
- Top management actions heavily influence culture.
Stakeholders
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Stakeholders: Individuals or groups with interest or stake in a company and its actions.
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External Stakeholders: Customers, suppliers, creditors, governments, unions, communities, general public.
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Internal Stakeholders: Stockholders, employees, managers, executives, board members.
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Stakeholder Claims: Stockholders seek maximal returns; managers balance stakeholder interests; employees expect rewards; suppliers expect fair compensation; distributors expect quality products; customers need attracting. Communities provide infrastructure.
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Explore the dynamics of the business environment and its impact on organizational performance. This quiz covers major forces in both the general and competitive environments including economic, technological, political, socio-cultural, and demographic factors. Test your understanding of how these elements influence business operations.
