Discussion "Process Control"

You have learned about process control. You have had the opportunity to learn about the various charts and statistical tools that can be used in order to control a process. Assume that you are a part of the quality assurance team for a pharmaceutical company that is about to release a new medication to control blood pressure. The quality assurance department is torn as to what method should be used in process control. Half of your department feel s-charts should be used and the other half of the department feel x-Bar charts should be used. Our discussion will be in the format of a debate this week. If your last name begins A-L, you will be for using x-Bar charts. If your last name begins M-Z, you will be for using s-Charts. Be sure to use your course materials and outside research to support your reply.

Your initial response should be a minimum of 150 words. Your work should be in your own words and should include research to support your response. Be sure to avoid Wikipedia as a resource as this is not a reliable source. Include your resources at the end of your response. Once you have completed your response, you will want to respond to at least two of your classmates responses. Please remember that your responses to your classmates should be substantive and should promote additional discussion within the classroom. Simple "I agree" responses will not be counted towards your participation grade.

Discussion "Implementing Marketing Strategy"

Find an article about an organization or company changing its marketing strategy. Post a link to the article. What were the reasons for the change? How did the organization approach the development and implementation of the new strategy? What method of marketing implementation was used? Were they successful in their attempts? Why or why not? Would you suggest another method of implementation? Which one and why?

In your follow-up posts, continue the conversation with your peers by asking questions or offering a critique of their analysis. Come up with some different ideas regarding the company/organization they described. Explore the topic of Implementing Marketing Strategy fully, looking at all points of view.

Discussion "Logos and the Impact of Digital Media"

• Question A

What is the impact of 24/7 digital media on issue monitoring, managing and reporting on PR planning?