Sentences with phrase «internal business initiatives»

Leaders are regularly «pitched» many internal business initiatives and select the ones that provide the best opportunity to achieving organizational objectives.

Not exact matches

During his tenure he was focused on developing internal process improvements, profitable pricing initiatives, business intelligence tools and portfolio development.

Mr. Speaker, the 2018 - 2021 Budget is informed by the President's Coordinated Programme for Economic and Social Development Policies which aims at creating a conducive environment for the private sector to thrive, propel growth and create employment opportunies, especially for the youth.In this regard, Government's policy objectives for the medium term will aim at: • Stabilizing the economy and setting it on a path of sustained, diversified and resilient growth; • Optimizing the key sources of growth in the economy on sustainable basis; • Enhancing a competitive and enabling business environment for private sector - led growth; • Formalizing the informal sector; • Building a strong and resilient economy able to withstand internal and external shocks; • Promoting agro-industrial enterprises as the basis for the «One District, One Factory» initiative; and • Creating entrepreneurial and employment opportunities, especially for the youth.

She will focus on internal communications programs at the agency, working with human resources, IT, finance, corporate services and other business groups to boost the company's information - sharing and employee - engagement initiatives.

Such statements reflect the current views of Barnes & Noble with respect to future events, the outcome of which is subject to certain risks, including, among others, the general economic environment and consumer spending patterns, decreased consumer demand for Barnes & Noble's products, low growth or declining sales and net income due to various factors, possible disruptions in Barnes & Noble's computer systems, telephone systems or supply chain, possible risks associated with data privacy, information security and intellectual property, possible work stoppages or increases in labor costs, possible increases in shipping rates or interruptions in shipping service, effects of competition, possible risks that inventory in channels of distribution may be larger than able to be sold, possible risks associated with changes in the strategic direction of the device business, including possible reduction in sales of content, accessories and other merchandise and other adverse financial impacts, possible risk that component parts will be rendered obsolete or otherwise not be able to be effectively utilized in devices to be sold, possible risk that financial and operational forecasts and projections are not achieved, possible risk that returns from consumers or channels of distribution may be greater than estimated, the risk that digital sales growth is less than expectations and the risk that it does not exceed the rate of investment spend, higher - than - anticipated store closing or relocation costs, higher interest rates, the performance of Barnes & Noble's online, digital and other initiatives, the success of Barnes & Noble's strategic investments, unanticipated increases in merchandise, component or occupancy costs, unanticipated adverse litigation results or effects, product and component shortages, the potential adverse impact on the Company's businesses resulting from the Company's prior reviews of strategic alternatives and the potential separation of the Company's businesses, the risk that the transactions with Microsoft and Pearson do not achieve the expected benefits for the parties or impose costs on the Company in excess of what the Company anticipates, including the risk that NOOK Media's applications are not commercially successful or that the expected distribution of those applications is not achieved, risks associated with the international expansion contemplated by the relationship with Microsoft, including that it is not successful or is delayed, the risk that NOOK Media is not able to perform its obligations under the Microsoft and Pearson commercial agreements and the consequences thereof, risks associated with the restatement contained in, the delayed filing of, and the material weakness in internal controls described in Barnes & Noble's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended April 27, 2013, risks associated with the SEC investigation disclosed in the quarterly report on Form 10 - Q for the fiscal quarter ended October 26, 2013, risks associated with the ongoing efforts to rationalize the NOOK business and the expected costs and benefits of such efforts and associated risks and other factors which may be outside of Barnes & Noble's control, including those factors discussed in detail in Item 1A, «Risk Factors,» in Barnes & Noble's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended April 27, 2013, and in Barnes & Noble's other filings made hereafter from time to time with the SEC.

Such statements reflect the current views of Barnes & Noble with respect to future events, the outcome of which is subject to certain risks, including, among others, the effect of the proposed separation of NOOK Media, the general economic environment and consumer spending patterns, decreased consumer demand for Barnes & Noble's products, low growth or declining sales and net income due to various factors, possible disruptions in Barnes & Noble's computer systems, telephone systems or supply chain, possible risks associated with data privacy, information security and intellectual property, possible work stoppages or increases in labor costs, possible increases in shipping rates or interruptions in shipping service, effects of competition, possible risks that inventory in channels of distribution may be larger than able to be sold, possible risks associated with changes in the strategic direction of the device business, including possible reduction in sales of content, accessories and other merchandise and other adverse financial impacts, possible risk that component parts will be rendered obsolete or otherwise not be able to be effectively utilized in devices to be sold, possible risk that financial and operational forecasts and projections are not achieved, possible risk that returns from consumers or channels of distribution may be greater than estimated, the risk that digital sales growth is less than expectations and the risk that it does not exceed the rate of investment spend, higher - than - anticipated store closing or relocation costs, higher interest rates, the performance of Barnes & Noble's online, digital and other initiatives, the success of Barnes & Noble's strategic investments, unanticipated increases in merchandise, component or occupancy costs, unanticipated adverse litigation results or effects, product and component shortages, risks associated with the commercial agreement with Samsung, the potential adverse impact on the Company's businesses resulting from the Company's prior reviews of strategic alternatives and the potential separation of the Company's businesses (including with respect to the timing of the completion thereof), the risk that the transactions with Pearson and Samsung do not achieve the expected benefits for the parties or impose costs on the Company in excess of what the Company anticipates, including the risk that NOOK Media's applications are not commercially successful or that the expected distribution of those applications is not achieved, risks associated with the international expansion previously undertaken, including any risks associated with a reduction of international operations following termination of the Microsoft commercial agreement, the risk that NOOK Media is not able to perform its obligations under the Pearson and Samsung commercial agreements and the consequences thereof, the risks associated with the termination of Microsoft commercial agreement, including potential customer losses, risks associated with the restatement contained in, the delayed filing of, and the material weakness in internal controls described in Barnes & Noble's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended April 27, 2013, risks associated with the SEC investigation disclosed in the quarterly report on Form 10 - Q for the fiscal quarter ended October 26, 2013, risks associated with the ongoing efforts to rationalize the NOOK business and the expected costs and benefits of such efforts and associated risks and other factors which may be outside of Barnes & Noble's control, including those factors discussed in detail in Item 1A, «Risk Factors,» in Barnes & Noble's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended May 3, 2014, and in Barnes & Noble's other filings made hereafter from time to time with the SEC.

At some firms, one solution may already lie within reach: presenting a compelling business case, recruiting internal allies in management, and capitalizing on current staff with capacity to take ownership of new IG initiatives.

The initiative, which was announced to staff internally today (2 Ferbuary), will see the creation of a new support services centre delivering some core internal business support processes, as well as a legal services centre delivering some routine or less complex elements of legal work.

Coordinated with internal business divisions to develop and execute strategic marketing initiatives

Assisted senior management on key business development and strategic initiatives involving internal and external research, business case development, opportunity assessment, cost benefit analysis and recommendation development.

Strategically improved customer service initiatives by implementing comprehensive staff training, and managing internal business planning sessions.

Proven ability to improve operations, impact business growth, and maximize profits through achievements in MDM knowledge, cost reduction initiatives, internal controls, and productivity and efficiency improvements.

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS • Reduced inaccuracies and discrepancies in financial data by 40 % through implementation of ingenious internal control protocols and periodic scheduled and unscheduled data audits • Attracted business worth $ 1.2 M from a party through demonstration of outgoing PR, delivery of satisfactory customer account services and valuable financial advice • Doubled the efficiency of the accounts payable department by recommending suitable SOPs and providing direct assistance to the team regarding computerized account handling initiatives

Job Description: The job holder will manage the planning, organizing and implementation of a large complex internal governance system (highly visible initiative crossing multiple disciplines and businesses.

Implemented several key Change Management initiatives that increased productivity, improved departmental morale, and rebuilt relationships within internal and external business partners.

Tags for this Online Resume: Data Management, Management, Strategic Initiatives, Audit, Distribution, Internal audit, Support, Training, Bilingual, Business Analysis

Focus on strong professional relationships with key business partners, and oversaw all internal / external calls, providing pre and post support initiatives.

Drove external and internal business critical initiatives, including three different new revenue producing initiatives within a new business sector for the company Proposed, researched and implemented a new enterprise project / portfolio management tool suite to drive inter-departmental execution efficiencies, and firm - wide delivery accountability for the customers Provided management and administrative support for the company's project portfolio planning process, which allowed for the beginning of executive transparency and fact - based decision making Guided team members through the application of new management techniques - such as visual board management and self - organizing team principles - with the goal of increasing team cohesion, communication and ownership Established internal project execution practice improvements to increase departmental effectiveness and staff skills sets.

CAPGEMINI (Chicago, IL) 1999 — 2004 Manager • Manage projects related to customer application development, maintenance, business analysis and testing / quality assurance • Led the corporate Project Management Certification Group • Responsible for project management networking and training of potential PMP candidates • Provide quality assurance coaching and mentoring and prepared and rolled out training plans • Assist in the organizational initiative of attaining CMMI Level 3, conducting internal audits and appraisals, and training on the CMMI and SCAMPI methodologies • Serve as a consultant for the AON Corporation — Insurance Brokerage System Assessment (Chicago, IL) • Act as the Functional Manager conducting a high - level competitive analysis of insurance brokerage solutions, commercial vendor packages, and AON internal systems • Offer consulting services to Sprint (Overland Park, KS) • Serve as Project Manager, Project Leader, and Business Analyst • Lead Trouble Reporting System (TRS), Facilities Management System (FMS), and Integrated On - demand Network (ION) inibusiness analysis and testing / quality assurance • Led the corporate Project Management Certification Group • Responsible for project management networking and training of potential PMP candidates • Provide quality assurance coaching and mentoring and prepared and rolled out training plans • Assist in the organizational initiative of attaining CMMI Level 3, conducting internal audits and appraisals, and training on the CMMI and SCAMPI methodologies • Serve as a consultant for the AON Corporation — Insurance Brokerage System Assessment (Chicago, IL) • Act as the Functional Manager conducting a high - level competitive analysis of insurance brokerage solutions, commercial vendor packages, and AON internal systems • Offer consulting services to Sprint (Overland Park, KS) • Serve as Project Manager, Project Leader, and Business Analyst • Lead Trouble Reporting System (TRS), Facilities Management System (FMS), and Integrated On - demand Network (ION) iniBusiness Analyst • Lead Trouble Reporting System (TRS), Facilities Management System (FMS), and Integrated On - demand Network (ION) initiatives

Program Manager / Product Development, Engineering IT (04/2005 — 02/2010) • Lead Engineering IT efforts focusing on customer satisfaction, business development, and effective resource management • Oversee Data Management Program comprised of Data Warehouse and Reporting Infrastructure and Data Mart Development • Lead and facilitate technical teams in gathering requirements and creating business cases for proper initiation of proposals • Develop and Conduct ROI and Cost / Benefit analysis for the requests within the Engineering IT portfolio • Design and implement Engineering IT department daily operations, policies, procedures, and direct staff workflow • Initiate projects, employee scheduling, project timelines, and budgets • Conduct management reviews, management program / project health reporting, and staff development initiatives • Create process for streamlining projects identification and prioritization within portfolio and programs • Manage internal team status reporting and dashboard management • Lead change control board (CCB) and Failure Review Board (FRB) for effective & coordinate program operations • Serve as Service Manager and Resource Manager for the program data management ensuring effective operations • Act as technical resource for Business Objects Reporting Infrastructure and Database administration • Design, develop, and deploy application suite for Mechanical Engineering Testing Solutions (METS) utilizing Oracle Database Application Express and Oracle 10g Dbusiness development, and effective resource management • Oversee Data Management Program comprised of Data Warehouse and Reporting Infrastructure and Data Mart Development • Lead and facilitate technical teams in gathering requirements and creating business cases for proper initiation of proposals • Develop and Conduct ROI and Cost / Benefit analysis for the requests within the Engineering IT portfolio • Design and implement Engineering IT department daily operations, policies, procedures, and direct staff workflow • Initiate projects, employee scheduling, project timelines, and budgets • Conduct management reviews, management program / project health reporting, and staff development initiatives • Create process for streamlining projects identification and prioritization within portfolio and programs • Manage internal team status reporting and dashboard management • Lead change control board (CCB) and Failure Review Board (FRB) for effective & coordinate program operations • Serve as Service Manager and Resource Manager for the program data management ensuring effective operations • Act as technical resource for Business Objects Reporting Infrastructure and Database administration • Design, develop, and deploy application suite for Mechanical Engineering Testing Solutions (METS) utilizing Oracle Database Application Express and Oracle 10g Dbusiness cases for proper initiation of proposals • Develop and Conduct ROI and Cost / Benefit analysis for the requests within the Engineering IT portfolio • Design and implement Engineering IT department daily operations, policies, procedures, and direct staff workflow • Initiate projects, employee scheduling, project timelines, and budgets • Conduct management reviews, management program / project health reporting, and staff development initiatives • Create process for streamlining projects identification and prioritization within portfolio and programs • Manage internal team status reporting and dashboard management • Lead change control board (CCB) and Failure Review Board (FRB) for effective & coordinate program operations • Serve as Service Manager and Resource Manager for the program data management ensuring effective operations • Act as technical resource for Business Objects Reporting Infrastructure and Database administration • Design, develop, and deploy application suite for Mechanical Engineering Testing Solutions (METS) utilizing Oracle Database Application Express and Oracle 10g DBusiness Objects Reporting Infrastructure and Database administration • Design, develop, and deploy application suite for Mechanical Engineering Testing Solutions (METS) utilizing Oracle Database Application Express and Oracle 10g Database.

Operations Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Oversee organizational engineering initiatives aligning business resources and processes with organizational goals Identify and close knowledge, skill, process, and resource gaps with appropriate, sustainable solutions Train clients for sustainable change, meaningful innovation, increased engagement, and alignment with organizational goals Serve as an integral member of sales and marketing team, presenting technical information to 100 + customers worldwide Technical expert for the world's largest producer of anti-dandruff shampoo, an account providing 80 % + of biocide revenue Direct product development research and communicate technical product attributes to customers Design and implement the Quality Department, including all policies, processes, training, and client communications Champion quality process initiatives globally while managing team of 14 professional and support employees Manage global quality in product innovation, including working with internal product development teams Mentor junior team members and peers in quality processes ensuring the highest standards for company endeavors Serve as executive director of the global R&D operation for Kemin Food Technologies Oversee research and quality laboratory personnel in the US, Europe, Singapore, China, and India.

Sales Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Experienced professional with expertise in sales, marketing, and customer service across a variety of industries Generate sales in excess of $ 75 million through effective networking, marketing, and other sales tactics Design and implement comprehensive business development plans, marketing initiatives, and business models Recognized and promoted for excellence in management, staff development, and sales Cut company expenses by 16 % while increasing revenues through effective management decisions Train and direct large staffs ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to sales best practices Conduct research on prospective leads and existing clients to assist in developing sales strategies Craft effective sales presentations and proposals, tailoring them to clients based on their specific needs and styles Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Build and strengthen professional relationships with clients, partners, peers, and community leaders Set and strictly adhere to departmental budgets and timelines Study internal literature and industry publications to become an expert on products and services Successfully collaborate with customer service, marketing, and sales departments Provide exceptional customer service resulting in client satisfaction and referrals Enforce corporate compliance with all applicable regulatory authorities and bodies of law Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Project Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Oversee 1,000 employee call center operations ensuring efficient, effective, and profitable operations Recruit, train, and direct 25 Senior Call Center Managers ensuring they understand the brand and corporate protocols Design and implement staff training and development initiatives to enhance team skill sets Responsible for the implementation and operation of technical facets such as the Qfiniti platform and Avaya integration Utilize strong background in information technology, web development, engineering, and technical support Design and implement workflow and organizational structure for multiple corporate entities Work closely with various departments including human resources, development, IT, and others to develop strategic plans Analyze corporate structure and create business requirements, process flows, and procedures for organizational efficiency Responsible for the identification and removal of chronic system affecting issues to enhance daily operations Set and coordinate product release timelines and procedures for 23 regional call centers across the United States Coordinate the strategic and operational arms of the release management teams Train and lead release teams ensuring compliance with project budgets and release schedules Oversee all user testing to ensure proper product functionality prior to release Manage website and hardware integration, maintenance, updates, and other technical support issues Set and strictly adhere to departmental budgets and schedules Consistently meet or exceed customer service and project management goals through strong managerial skills Maintain comprehensive records detailing call center activities, product releases, and other pertinent data Build and strengthen relationships with key clients, partners, vendors, and community leaders Interact with support staff and company resources effectively to create the best consumer experience Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Ensure customer satisfaction by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Mindfulness helps to underpin other initiatives like Virgin Mobile's Culture Club, which is made up of internal volunteers from all areas of our business.