Welcome to the discussion. In this course you will be introduced to a topic in the discussion. The first week of the module you will write about your initial thoughts after reviewing the resources. The initial post should be at least 300 words.

During the following week you will reply to at least two of your classmates. The replies should be at least 100 words. See the discussion rubric for more details on grading.

Discussions should always be completed prior to “class.” If you are in an online class or an on ground course this is prior to the lesson portion of the week. Are you ready to begin?

1. Watch The future of business is the “mesh”

2. Watch A 3D-printed jumbo jet?

3. Initial Post

• Describe a product or service industry that we have never seen before? Where do you see international business going?

• These assignments are an individual assignments.
• All students are encouraged to use their own words.

• Be three to five pages in length, which does not include the title page, abstract or required reference page, which are never a part of the content minimum requirements.
• Use Saudi Electronic University academic writing standards and APA style guidelines.
• Support your submission with course material concepts, principles, and theories from the textbook and at least two scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles unless the assignment calls for more.
• It is strongly encouraged that you submit all assignments into the safe assignment Originality Check prior to submitting it to your instructor for grading.
• Write a three-part essay (i.e., an essay that includes an introduction paragraph, the essay’s body, and a conclusion paragraph) that address the questions using a question and answer format.
• Your well-written paper should meet the following requirements:

Option #1: Regional Trade Agreements Versus Global Trade Liberalization

In the globalizing economy of the late 20th century and early 21st century, liberalized trade has been sought by way of regional trade agreements and broader global trade liberalization. The policy choices between these two approaches has created debates among economists and politicians concerning which is a better strategy for various countries, and for the global economy as a whole, and whether the two approaches are complementary or contradictory. Summarize and contrast the main arguments on both sides of the issue.

Your paper should be 4-6 pages in length, not including the title or reference pages, and conform to CSU-Global Guide to Writing and APA (Links to an external site.).

Include at least four academic peer-reviewed journal articles as references. The CSU-Global Library is a good place to find these references.

Process creation, revision, and implementation are all predicated on the ability of the organization and its employees and vendors to accept change. The organization may have the will to change yet find its employees are reluctant and resistant to change. In a team environment, members can only function at high levels if they have the expertise in the project area and accept the change that needs to happen.

For this Discussion consider this change resistance in addressing the following:

• Evaluate the role of an Executive Level BPM Group. Who would be members of that group and how is this group responsible for reducing resistance to change?
• Deduce at least one method by which the organization can reduce change resistance.
• Does the use of Six Sigma, ISO9000 (ISO9001), or the Balanced Scorecard within an organization contribute toward or reduce resistance to process change? If so, how? If not, why?

Pick an industry and consider how Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) are relevant. Your paper should, at a minimum, address these questions:

• Are there any specific challenges regarding EEO that are common in your industry? (e.g. the tech industry is notorious for struggling to hire women)
• Are there any bona fide occupational qualifications (BFOQs) that are common in your industry, which might excuse practices that would otherwise be considered discriminatory?
• How can effectively managing diversity and inclusion be specifically helpful to organizations in your industry?

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Summarize your findings in a 1-2 page paper, and be prepared to discuss your results in class.

Use in-text citations to show where you are applying or discussing content from any outside sources, including websites. End your paper with a References list that gives the full details about the sources. In-text citations and References should be formatted according to APA standards