Student Activism and Organizational Environments
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What motivated Georgetown's bookstore to change the display of apparel brands?

  • New clothing trends
  • Increase in clothing sales
  • Partnerships with big brands
  • Pressure from student activists and public outrage (correct)

    • What distinguishes Alta Gracia from other apparel brands featured at Georgetown's bookstore?

  • Lower pricing for garments
  • High-quality fabric materials
  • Above-average wages and humane working conditions (correct)
  • Widespread marketing campaigns

    • What is the size of the market that Georgetown and the apparel consortium are trying to influence?

  • $1 billion
  • $3 billion
  • $4 billion (correct)
  • $2 billion

    • What trend is noted in the management reaction to the ethical clothing movement?

    <p>Better alignment with socially responsible practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many schools are part of the nationwide apparel consortium mentioned?

    <p>180 schools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What sentiment did Georgetown graduate Natalie Margolis express regarding marketing practices?

    <p>Consumers are becoming more discerning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of practices are members of the apparel consortium promoting?

    <p>Ethical and socially responsible practices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect has the apparel consortium been having on large multinational corporations?

    <p>They are considering ethical practices to retain market share.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the internal environment of an organization?

    <p>Current employees and management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is corporate culture important for an organization?

    <p>It influences employee behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the external environment play in an organization's operation?

    <p>It provides resources and market opportunities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be concluded about organizations as open systems?

    <p>They exchange resources with the external environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement reflects the significance of adaptability in an organization?

    <p>The adaptability of an organization determines its survival.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the internal environment and the external environment?

    <p>The internal environment affects how well an organization adapts to the external environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a risk associated with electronic rights concerning eBooks?

    <p>Some third-party content might be suppressed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is implied by the statement 'It is the one that is the most adaptable that survives'?

    <p>Adaptability is key to long-term success.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of Nike's corporate culture?

    <p>A commitment to sustainability in all areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Nike's sustainability influence manifest?

    <p>Through its motto that there is no finish line for environmental efforts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which tool does Nike use to monitor environmental impact?

    <p>The Considered Design Index</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Nike from other companies regarding sustainability?

    <p>They commit to continuous improvement rather than a one-time effort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which legislation posed a recent challenge in the legal-political dimension for businesses like Nike?

    <p>The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect does Nike's Considered Design Index evaluate?

    <p>The overall environmental impact of running shoe production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is reflected in Nike's commitment to sustainability?

    <p>The principle that efforts can always improve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Nike's corporate culture primarily focus on besides sustainability?

    <p>Commitment to victory on athletic fields</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What components make up an organization's external environment?

    <p>Task and General environments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered part of the task environment?

    <p>Economic factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the general environment influence organizations?

    <p>By indirectly affecting them over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is considered part of the general environment?

    <p>Federal regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do students and suppliers play in the environment of university bookstores?

    <p>They are major elements of the task environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an organizational ecosystem?

    <p>A community of organizations interacting within an environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT explicitly mentioned as part of the general environment?

    <p>Market competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does a shift in social attitudes have on organizations?

    <p>It generally affects organizations in the long run</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does big data analytics primarily involve?

    <p>Searching and examining massive data sets for patterns</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of Fortune 500 companies reported launching big data initiatives in 2012?

    <p>85 percent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sports team manager is associated with the concept of using player statistics to build a winning team?

    <p>Billy Beane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the RightETA service used by some airlines?

    <p>To eliminate discrepancies between estimated and actual flight times</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does big data analytics help businesses?

    <p>By providing insights that improve performance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of data do companies like PASSUR Aerospace utilize for their analytics?

    <p>Wide-ranging multidimensional data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which book exemplifies the use of data analytics in sports?

    <p>Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the outcomes of utilizing big data analytics in organizations?

    <p>Better decision-making based on patterns and correlations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Student Activism and Ethical Sourcing

    • Georgetown University's bookstore prioritized Alta Gracia apparel over popular brands like Nike and Adidas.
    • Alta Gracia is a South Carolina company known for paying above-average wages and promoting safe working conditions in its Dominican Republic factory.
    • Georgetown is part of a nationwide apparel consortium with 180 schools that pressure brands to adopt ethical and socially responsible practices.
    • This movement has put pressure on corporations due to the $4 billion market for apparel branded with university logos.

    Organizational Environments: Task and General

    • The task environment directly impacts an organization's daily operations and performance. It includes competitors, suppliers, customers, and the labor market.
    • The general environment affects organizations indirectly through factors like social trends, economic conditions, legal regulations, and technological advancements.
    • These factors don't change daily operations but can have a significant impact on organizations over time.
    • An organizational ecosystem is formed by communities of organizations interacting in the environment.

    Corporate Culture and Sustainability: The Example of Nike

    • Nike has a corporate culture focused on victory and sustainability, emphasizing environmental efforts and ethical practices.
    • Their "Considered Design Index" tracks the environmental impact of production processes, from fabric sourcing to waste reduction.
    • This change in cultural values reflects a shift in consumer preferences and a growing awareness of ethical sourcing.
    • The legal-political environment includes laws, regulations, and political decisions that affect businesses.
    • This environment can influence factors like lawsuits, consumer protection, product safety, import/export restrictions, and information labeling.
    • The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) is an example of a recent change in the legal-political dimension that impacts organizations.

    Big Data Analytics

    • Big data analytics involves analyzing large datasets to identify patterns, relationships, and insights for improved decision-making.
    • 85% of Fortune 500 companies had launched big data initiatives as of 2012.
    • The "Moneyball" approach, using data analytics to build a winning sports team, demonstrates its widespread impact.
    • Businesses utilize big data analytics for performance improvement. For example, airlines use data to optimize flight arrival times.

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    Explore the intersection of student activism and ethical sourcing through Georgetown University's initiatives. This quiz examines the direct and indirect environmental factors impacting organizational performance, highlighting the importance of ethical sourcing in the apparel industry.

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