Factors that affect business

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How do product influences primarily impact a business's internal operations?

  • By influencing the range and number of goods and services offered. (correct)
  • By dictating the company's ethical standards.
  • By setting the company's long-term financial goals.
  • By determining the company's marketing budget.

Which of the following factors does NOT directly influence the selection of an appropriate management style?

  • The current market trends and competitor strategies. (correct)
  • The nature of the tasks to be completed.
  • The experience and skills of employees.
  • The preference of the manager.

How does a company's location impact its business operations and financial performance?

  • Location only affects the aesthetic appeal of the business.
  • Location has minimal impact on online or home-based businesses.
  • Location impacts internal operations and management.
  • Location can affect total sales, costs, startup rules and overall expenses and profitability. (correct)

What role do a business's values, ideas, and expectations play in shaping its operations?

<p>They define the business's culture, which influences employee behavior and customer interactions. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what ways do skilled employees contribute to a company's overall success?

<p>By improving efficiency, reducing errors, and fostering innovation. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios exemplifies how business culture influences employee behavior?

<p>All of the above. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential drawback of over-relying on skilled employees within a business?

<p>Overlooking adaptability in favor of skill. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A software company needs to expand its operations due to the increasing demand for its products. According to the information provided, what internal change is most likely to occur?

<p>An expansion of its operational structures and management practices. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A retail business is considering opening a new store. Which location factor would be most beneficial according to the information?

<p>Located near complementary businesses in a busy area. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A business decides to invest significantly in employee training programs. How might this decision impact their financial performance?

<p>Reduce errors and improve productivity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Product Influence

Product influences affect a range of internal structures in a business.

Importance of Location

Location greatly impacts total sales and operational costs for businesses.

Human Resources

Employees of the business; generally most important asset.

Information Resources

Knowledge and data, like market research and sales reports.

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Physical Resources

Equipment, machinery, buildings, raw materials.

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Financial Resources

Funds used to meet obligations to creditors.

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Management Style

Influences behavior, attitude when making decisions, directing staff.

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Business Culture

Values, ideas, expectations, beliefs shared by staff and managers.

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Impact of Hiring

Hiring right employee ensures efficiency, productivity, good culture.

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External Recruitment Sources

Job ads, recruitment agencies, employee referrals.

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Study Notes

  • Product influences a range of internal structures

  • The type, range, and number of goods and services influence the type and size of business

  • Large goods or large quantities may require business expansion

  • Product sales dictate different preparation

  • Location affects total sales and operational expenses

  • Location impacts even online and home-based businesses

  • Proximity to complementary businesses can be beneficial

  • A bad location adversely affects sales and influences costs and startup rules

  • A good location is convenient, clustered, and in close proximity to a busy street

  • Location factors include visibility, cost, proximity to suppliers, customers, and support services

  • Human Resources are the business' most important asset, including players and cleaners

  • Information Resources include knowledge and data like market research, sales reports, and economic forecasts

  • Physical Resources include equipment, machinery, buildings, and raw materials

  • Financial Resources are the funds for meeting obligations to creditors

Management Influences

  • Manager's style involves behavior and attitude when making decisions, directing/motivating staff, and implementing plans for business objectives
  • Appropriate management styles are influenced by the nature of tasks, time, resource constraints, employee experience, personalities, values, beliefs, skills, and manager preferences

Business Culture Influences

  • All businesses share values, ideas, expectations, and beliefs among staff and managers
  • Culture is reflected in policies, goals, slogans, unwritten rules, staff clothing, language, and staff interactions

Human Resources

  • Hiring the right employee ensures efficiency, productivity, and a good workplace culture, reducing turnover and training costs
  • Three sources of external recruitment include job advertisements, recruitment agencies, and employee referrals
  • Skilled employees improve efficiency, reduce errors, enhance innovation, and boost profitability
  • Skilled employees may demand higher wages, and over-reliance on skills may overlook adaptability
  • Business owners can provide employee training or hire more skilled workers

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