Excel Spreadsheet Use and the Strategic Corporate Plan
Introduction
In years past, every well-run corporation undoubtedly had a written
business plan. Oftentimes, these plans were considered by many to be an
exercise in frustration, as they were laboriously considered, written,
then stored on the company's library shelf until the next business
planning cycle. The last few decades have seen a radical change in the
way companies do their planning. More often than not, the "old"
business plan - though still produced and of value in its own right -
is given less attention than the newer Strategic Plan. Unlike the
Business Plan, which tends to be a very short document, the Strategic
Plan is likely to be much more substantial and detailed. The Business
Plan provides the foundation and framework for the Strategic Plan.1
Senior business managers are often so occupied with immediate issues
that they can easily lose site of the long-term objectives of the
business - objectives upon which the business can thrive if attained or
fail completely if not. Because of this, a Strategic Plan today is a
virtual necessity. Most managers tend to see the Strategic Plan as a
'living' document; one that, with careful foresight, consideration and
development is written at the start of a business planning period, then
reworked as circumstances within the company and business climate
change throughout the planning period.2 The writing and preparation of
a Strategic Plan is an important effort, demonstrating that careful
consideration has been given to the business's development; however,
the ultimate goal of the Strategic Plan is its own realization. With
the advent of the personal computer and spreadsheet development, the
Strategic Planning process today is made easier with the many current
spreadsheet programs available to aid in the Plan' A Short History of
the Spreadsheet.
The term "spread sheet" (nowadays "spreadsheet) has a
long history, beginning with the non-computerized
version, a reference to which was made in accounting
books from the early 1950's to describe a worksheet
providing a two-way analysis of accounting data (i.e.
an accounting matrix in which the columns and rows
constitute either debit and credit sides)3 In thinking
about the history of the spreadsheet, two important men
stand out. In the early 1960s, Richard Mattessich of
the University of California at Berkeley pioneered
computerized spread sheets for business accounting. As
the forerunners of today's spreadsheet programs for
PC's such as Lotus 1-2-3, Excel, etc., these spread
sheets contained use of matrices, (budget) simulation,
and, most important, the calculation to support each
matrix cell."4 Although Mattessich's work was
mentioned in economic and computer literature as well
What they did not know was the self proclaimed greatest in the world was planning the one of the greatest changes in his life. Behind the scenes Cassius was studying Islam, he became good friends with Malcolm X and studied under Elijah Muhammad. Cassius took the name Muhammad Ali, saying he did not want to be called by a slave name any longer. He took Muhammed from the first prophet of Islam with the name meaning worthy of being praised, and the last name Ali which meaning is to be elevated. During a time where racial tensions were high people had a hard time accepting his new name. Often times the media would continue to call him Cassius, one didn't famed ABC sports reporter Howard Cosell, he respected Ali, because he too had changed his name from Cohen a Jewish name to Cosell, because in those time it was also a disadvantage to be Jewish. In 1965 Ai was scheduled to fight Floyd Patterson, who insisted on calling him Cassius, Patterson paid a big price for that, there is documentary footage which shows Ali giving Patterson the beating of a lifetime, making sure not to knock him out taking him through all 12 rounds repeating “now what’s my name
Muhammad Ali currently lives in Michigan. His current wife Lonnie Williams (his fourth) is also from Louisville. He has nine children: Maryum, Rasheeda, Jamillah, Hana, Laila, Khaliah, Miya, Muhammad Junior and Asaad.
Muhammad Ali is an example of a person who not only cares for himself and his family, but he also cares for everyone in need, following the Catholic social justice teaching of solidarity. Muhammad Ali’s legend will always remain in history, not only as one of the greatest human beings and boxers ever to live, also for his efforts and contributions to those in need all around the world as well.
Muhammad Ali was a controversial figure. With his outspokenness he spoke up about race and religion. During his 21 year pro career, he won 56 times, that's what made him a legendary boxer. People liked him because he was really good, but more so they liked him because he was motivational and talked out to people all over. Ali, was also the first figure to speak against war. With his great accolades and honors he helped people with motivation and courage to do what they
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For the next three years, Ali dominated boxing as thoroughly as any fighter he truly dominated in the ring and was incredible. Outside the ring, his persona was evolving in ways that were even more important. “My first impression of Cassius Clay,” author Alex Haley later recalled, “was of someone with an incredibly versatile personality. You never knew quite where he was in psychic posture. But he had a belief in himself and convictions far stronger than anybody dreamed he would.” As the 1960s grew more intense, Ali became a powerhouse in America. His message of black pride and resistance to white domination was on the cutting edge of the era. Not
A strategic plan is a tool that delivers guidance in achieving a mission or goal with maximum proficiency and control for an organization. Strategic planning is used to transform and revitalize organizations. The plan helps provide an inclusive understanding of opportunities and challenges both internally and externally for the organization. The plan delivers an assessment of the strengths and limitations that are realistic within the company. A well-developed strategic plan will offer a comprehensive approach and empowerment for the stakeholders involved. It is an opportunity for learning and understanding priorities that will drive the business to succeed. Jones (2010), describes how in health care organizations, strategic plans characteristically concentrate on operational and organizational goals such as when to obtain new technology, how to meet competitive challenges, and what staffing, tools, or facilities are needed to ensure organizational survival. The mission and value statements are significant in determining the quality of a strategic initiative. Forcing the organization to look toward the future creates proactive objectives in which both short-term and long-terms plans and goals are necessary in order to succeed.
Muhammad Ali, arguably one of the greatest boxer of all time, not only fought in the ring but fought outside it as well. He inspired many African Americans to step up and fight for equality, but not only did he encourage African Americans, but he also encouraged white, whole Nations and the whole world. He went against mainstream America and was hated or loved for it. His contributions to the civil rights movement and defiance to unfair laws increase awareness in the United States. And still today he continues to promote peace and contribute to the
The Vietnam War, also known as the Second Indochina War, lasted from 1954 to 1975. But, it was in 1965 that the U.S. first stepped onto Vietnamese soil. One year earlier, Ali dominated Sonny Liston in a six round event and announced his membership in the Nation of Islam (Whitaker “Muhammad Ali”). Subsequently, an amendment was made in the Army’s mental aptitude test guidelines; Ali who was classified as 1-Y, a classification for citizens who are restricted to Military use strictly in national emergency, became classified as 1-A, a classification used to denote citizens who are available for unrestricted military use (“Clay Hires”). Before, during and after this, African Americans continued their struggle for basic human rights. In the process, the great Malcolm X and Martin Luther King Jr. were assassinated. Despite the loss of many great African American leaders, the movement was a success. The U.S. government passed three acts to secure African Americans’ and minorities’ justice in the face of the law. The first came in 1964 in the form of the Civil Rights Act. The second, the Voting Rights Act, came in 1965. The last was the Fair Housing Act of 1968. Muhammad Ali’s encounter with the Draft Board was as important to the black community as the March on Washington in
...et destroyed. He was getting weaker and weaker every fight. In February 1978, Ali faced Leon Spinks in Las Vegas. He lost the title by unanimous decision. A rematch took place in New Orleans, which broke audience records. Ali won a unanimous decision, making him the first heavyweight champion to win the belt three times. On July 27, 1979, Ali had announced that he was retiring. One of the last fights Ali had fought was against Larry Homes which he had lost in 11th round which was the only fight Ali had lost by knockout. Ali’s last fight was against Trevor Berbick, which he lost in a ten-round decision. Ali was diagnosed with Parkinson's syndrome in 1984. Ali currently lives in Jefferson County, Kentucky with his fourth wife. One of the greatest boxers known Mohammad Ali has inspired many kids to follow their dreams and be who they want to be no matter what it takes.
In 1964 Clay converted to Islam, joined the Nation of Islam (see Black Muslims), and assumed the name Muhammad Ali. In 1965 he defended his title in a rematch against Liston. The bout lasted only 2 minutes 12 seconds. During the first round Ali caught Liston with a hard blow, so quick that it was dubbed the "phantom punch" because few fans saw it.
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Strategic Planning results in a written document that serves as a blueprint to guide the organization towards its future goals, but far more important than the strategic plan document, is the strategic planning process itself.
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