https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10 The challenges that globalization brings, and solutions to those challenges. en-us 2017-04-26 20:35:03 UTC 2023-03-07 05:21:57 UTC hello@padlet.com knrouser https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170239110 Merrium-Webster Dictionary defines Globalization as "the act or process of globalizing :  the state of being globalized; especially :  the development of an increasingly integrated global economy marked especially by free trade, free flow of capital, and the tapping of cheaper foreign labor markets"]]> 2017-05-05 17:34:40 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170239110 knrouser https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170247220
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In today's high-tech world where everything is at one's finger tips, with a click of a button. It is no wonder many companies are looking to take their productions international. With a high cynicism of the global economy, managers need to be aware of some of the obstacles that come with globalization.  "Managers are tasked with localizing products and services effectively in a way that minimizes the adverse cultural and environmental effects caused by this rapid global expansion to maintain an ethical operation."]]> 2017-05-05 18:05:57 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170247220 knrouser https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170253506  This chart below illustrates the process of moving from an international product to a localized product in all of it's steps.]]> 2017-05-05 18:33:22 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170253506 bnreed https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170260022 Increasing cultural understanding is the first step to accomplishing globalization.]]> 2017-05-05 19:13:06 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170260022 bnreed https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170260635 2017-05-05 19:17:07 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170260635 bnreed https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170262258 When our book discusses the concept of globalization, it offers a much broader spectrum. The reading teaches us about the ideas of increasing cultural understanding and embracing the thought of the theory of comparative advantage. This article relates to the broad spectrum but is intentionally more detailed. I enjoyed this article because it takes all the knowledge from our reading and puts the tools to use is a real time situation with an actual company. This article allows us to understand the opportunities available when efficiently and effectively going global. ]]> 2017-05-05 19:29:08 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170262258 bnreed https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170266219 The theory of comparative advantage starts with the observation that different areas of the globe have different natural economic advantages. This theory is a key concept to being successful in globalization. This article builds on this objective in the way that although every area of the globe is one of a kind it is important to stay true to your companies mission, vision, and values. Martin Reiss explains how every client expects a quality solution to a specific challenge but they must stick to their project management standards. They strive to provide consistent quality performance by adhering to "best practice" project management standards. This taught me a different angle of globalization. I can see how it would be very easy getting caught up in all of the different environments and situations that it would be easy to lose the meaning of your business and its purpose in the globalization business. Martin advises that each business going global needs to adapt to local requirements, but the basic attention to quality standards should never vary. ]]> 2017-05-05 19:59:29 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170266219 bnreed https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170266808 This article exemplifies perfectly one of the challenges that we face with the ever-increasing globalization. The growth of globalization also means the growth of competition with highly educated individuals. The following quote, "It is crucial that we as individuals and as a country rise to the challenge of globalization with renewed investment in the future through education, research, and innovation.", reminds us how important it is to be investing in the future and our education system so that we can keep up with the competition that globalization possesses. ]]> 2017-05-05 20:04:29 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170266808 chops1026 https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170272483 How does the article add to the understanding of the objective? Relationship to the Objective. 
The article “Globalization and its Impact on a Women: A Critical Assessment,” is related to the objective on the challenges of globalization and the solution to those challenges in that it discusses a similar topic of inequality that exists in the United States, that being gender inequality. Gender inequality can be defined as women and men are not considered equal. This article builds on the objective in a similar direction in that gender inequality has made strides in the right direction, however, it still exists.  Although more jobs are being created as businesses move to underdeveloped countries where women have more opportunity for employment, they remain in labor intense production positions. Chihibber states that by being producers, women are subjected to exploitation through low wages, poor working environments, unstable employment, and the right for representation. (2009) According to Chhibber, globalization has had a mixed effect on women in developing countries. (2009) On one hand, it has opened opportunities for women to become more independent but these opportunities are seen in the more liberal countries opposed to the patriarchal societies whereas men are holding all of the power. (Chhibber, 2009) Another area of similarity regarding this objective is the responsibility women play in and outside the homes. Globalization has not really changed the responsibility of a women in their roles as mother, wife, and worker.  Women continue to function as the primary undertaker to these three roles.

Works Cited
Chhibber, B. (2009, 05 09). Globalisation and its Impact on a Women: A Critical Assessment. Retrieved 05 02, 2017, from Mainstream Weekly: http://www.mainstreamweekly.net/article1351.html





]]> 2017-05-05 20:55:58 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170272483 chops1026 https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170272691 In my current environment, the gender inequality that I witness is in occupational segregation. Although more women are moving in to higher positions in the medical field all leadership roles and surgeons are males in our division. There is one exception, a female physician within our division who does not hold any leadership nor is she a surgeon.  The other concerning factor is that all mid-level positions (Certified Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants) are held by females.   At one time, there was a female surgeon who was part of the division who later voiced she was “pushed” out of her position because she was a woman.  To further complicate the situation, the individuals in these leadership roles are from one cultural background. ]]> 2017-05-05 20:58:50 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170272691 chops1026 https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170273003 The most important factor that I have taken away from this is gender inequality still exists in a globalized society.  Although there are more opportunities because businesses are moving in to other countries and creating more job opportunities, women remain in subservient positions and at times can be at a greater risk of exploitation because of the culture within the society hey reside.  ]]> 2017-05-05 21:02:37 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170273003 chops1026 https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170273944 Mainstream Weekly, and article on Globalization and women.]]> 2017-05-05 21:13:55 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170273944 kpwiens https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170275396 https://www.carnegiecouncil.org/publications/articles_papers_reports/977]]> 2017-05-05 21:34:54 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170275396 kpwiens https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170276272 This article is related to the objective on the challenges of globalization by going in depth on what I think is one of the biggest challenges faced by globalization in today's world. Nationalism is having patriotic feelings, principles, or efforts for ones country. Nationalism oftentimes puts its citizens above everything else, leading companies to shift their business elsewhere. The article discusses how nationalism will avoid exploiting citizens from its own country, but globalization has shown no problem with exploiting and using citizens from another country. We need to shift away from nationalism to more successfully incorporate globalization. The article ends by saying that nationalism is only slowing globalization down.]]> 2017-05-05 21:45:29 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170276272 knrouser https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170276387 My own personal experience with globalization takes me back to a bridal and formal wear company that I used to work at. Our shop provided customers with wedding gowns, prom dresses, and tuxedo's. Every January, we would get our shipments of prom dresses in. Most of the dresses were from designers located in the U.S. but they were mostly made in China. At the same time that the shop got the most influx of sales is around the same time that China would be entering into their New Years celebration. These celebrations typically lasted for a few weeks. As a result of this, our shop could not order special made dresses as they would not be made in time. It is important that companies be aware of where they choose to have their products made.]]> 2017-05-05 21:48:16 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170276387 kpwiens https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170276719 Globalization is a great thing, and I think it is great that countries can commingle and do business together. Nationalism is a big hurdle in the pathway of globalization, and it may be challenging to overcome such a large hurdle. ]]> 2017-05-05 21:55:03 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170276719 kpwiens https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170276946 The credit card company that we use uses a call center in India. If people have problems with their card that cannot easily be solved by us, then they are instructed to call a certain number. Like most card companies, the call center is overseas. So when people have to call with questions, they will most likely get someone with an accent who is hard to understand. We get many complaints about not being able to understand the person they are talking to. Customers get frustrated, and we take the brunt of the complaints and frustration. ]]> 2017-05-05 21:58:30 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170276946 bnreed https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170319675 Unfortunately, I have not had the opportunity to experience globalization first hand. I hope to work for a company in the future so I can further my knowledge and utilize the skills I have learned to actively support the globalization process. In my early years of college, I worked for a company called The Buckle. The Buckle is a clothing store targeting young adults with the newest and upcoming fashions. Although The Buckle has not gone global they are 465 store locations throughout the United States. I realize the diversity is not to the extent of globalization but there were several business practices I did learn from this company. By attending several business meetings and conferences I learned how The Buckle was able to diversify its stores and adjust to different locations in order to accommodate people's needs. They have been able to become one of the countries favorite denim destination by staying true to their mission of creating the most enjoyable shopping experience for the customer. These lessons of increased efficiencies of business adapting to different areas would be a basic fundamental used when working for a company going global. I know that I have a lot more to learn and experience to gain but I hope to learn the basics of expanding business in my future roles of a company providing business worldwide.  ]]> 2017-05-06 17:17:22 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170319675 bnreed https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170321640 My major take away from this article and the reading in our book is a well rounded outlook of the challenges of globalization. I have learned how areas with competitive advantages have been experiencing unparalleled economic growth, triggering major opportunities. Our book has covered how globalization has had major effects on the power relationships that exist among nations, and between groups with nations. I have been able to combine the more generalized knowledge of globalization and the first hand experience of Martin Reiss to broaden my views of how it works in business today. Although every business will have to pave its own path, I feel that the fundamentals and basic knowledge is the most important factor. I feel that the article really stressed the act of staying true the mission statement and business standards of your business. I hope to use the knowledge I have gained from globalization to be a successful business person in the globalization business. ]]> 2017-05-06 17:58:59 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170321640 bnreed https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170416871 I really like the approach of this article and the view it takes on working towards the solutions to the challenges globalization creates.  The article's theme is stating how crucial it is that we as individuals and as a country rise to the challenge of globalization with renewed investment in the future through education, research, and innovation. This theme builds on the objective in a way of stating actions to be taken by our government, schools, and citizens must take to be able to take a stand in the global business trade. It tells how through scholarship programs and emphasized education we can progress our society to being more efficient and effective in initiating worldwide business practices. This is an important angle to consider when analyzing the challenges and solutions of globalization. We are able to use our knowledge and apply it to a modern day action plan. ]]> 2017-05-08 03:12:05 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170416871 bnreed https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170421013 2017-05-08 04:08:13 UTC https://padlet.com/knrouser/groupgchpt10/wish/170421013