Capstone: Sustainable Business Practices and Strategies

For this module’s Assignments, you will continue in the role of a consultant who has been hired by the CEO of your selected company to lead a tiger team tasked with addressing issues the organization is facing. You will build on the work you completed in Module 1 and will resume developing your Strategy Playbook for Exceptional Results.

As a reminder, you should use the same organization you selected in Week 1 and continue developing your narrative based on the problem or issue you identified for the organization. At this stage, you have already analyzed the culture, social and economic climate, and purpose of the organization. Now you will use some of that information, along with the knowledge you have developed throughout this program, to evaluate the current state of the organization. Specifically, your task for this module’s Assignments is to evaluate the health of your selected organization, its needs and opportunities for change, and its readiness for change. As in Module 1 and for the purposes of this exercise, you are at liberty to use your creativity to fill in gaps in the details about the organization. Be sure to consider the different functional areas, or business units, within the organization to ensure you are conducting a thorough assessment.

This week, you will begin to compile Section 2 of your playbook. Be sure to address the requirements for Parts 1 and 2A, and include specific examples (where appropriate) and relevant citations from the Learning Resources or from others throughout the program, the Walden Library, and/or other appropriate academic sources to support your work.

To prepare for this Assignment:

· Return to your WMBA 6990 Assignment Template to complete Section 2—Part 1 and Part 2A of your strategy playbook. (Tesla Motors)

Submit your 2- to 3-page evaluation of the organization’s health and the need and opportunity for change for the organization, to include the following: (Tesla Motors)

Part 1: Evaluating the Health of the Organization

· Based on your analysis in Section 1 of the playbook (in which you classified the current organizational culture of your selected organization), assess the health of that organization’s culture. As part of your assessment, describe the influence of the culture on morale (both positive and negative).

· Then, evaluate the overall health of your selected organization. In your evaluation, be sure to do the following:

· Explain what a healthy organization is.

· Include at least two examples of organizational health demonstrated by the organization.

· Include any areas in which the organization is demonstrating a lack of health.

Part 2A: Evaluating the Need and Opportunity for Change

· Describe the characteristics of a successful business. To further support your assertions, research and locate an organization that has achieved success. Identify at least two examples of business practices the organization employs that have helped it achieve success.

· Based on the characteristics of a successful business that you have identified, analyze the ways in which your selected organization is currently successful. Provide two or more specific examples to support your response.

*** Use Tesla Motors Company. I have attached previous assignments for reference. 2-3 pages Section 2 Part 1 and Part 2A

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WMBA 6990: Capstone: Sustainable Business Practices and Strategies

Part 2: Analyzing the Social and Economic Climate

This document will analyze the social and economic climate of Tesla Motors, focusing on the external factors that influence its business strategy. We will examine how the macroeconomic environment can affect the company’s current market position, competitors, and potential scenarios. Additionally, this research will explore how Tesla’s technology and services serve society and how government regulations might impact the viability of its business in the future. Two organization examples will be provided to support these assertions, demonstrating successful business practices.

External Social and Economic Impacts of Tesla Motors

Tesla Motors is an automotive and energy company specializing in electric vehicles, solar energy, and energy storage. As a leading company in the industry, it has positioned itself to have significant social and economic impacts. The external social and economic implications of Tesla Motors can be broken down into four categories: environmental, technological, competition, and regulation.

Environmentally, Tesla Motors produces zero-emission vehicles that run on renewable energy sources, reducing their carbon footprint. Additionally, Tesla offers its customers the ability to charge their cars at home with solar energy, further conserving resources and protecting the environment (Bianca Cardenas, 2021). Technologically, Tesla Motors is at the forefront of developing and utilizing advanced technologies, such as self-driving cars and wireless charging for mobile devices. This has enabled them to remain competitive in the market and provides society with access to improved products, convenience, and safety.

Competition, both with other automotive and energy companies, as well as within the industry, has increased due to Tesla’s success. This has led to lower prices, better efficiency, and innovation as new companies enter the market. Regulation is an ever-present factor in the automotive and technology industries. Government regulations are often necessary to ensure consumer safety, protect the environment, and keep industry leaders honest. Tesla Motors must comply with these regulations, which may add costs or hinder the development of specific products.

Overall, Tesla Motors profoundly impacts the social and economic environment. Its innovative products and services have enabled it to remain competitive while providing society with improved access to renewable energy and advanced technology (Bruijl, 2017). The company must also know how government regulations, competition, and technology can shape its future successes. With a better understanding of the external social and economic climates, Tesla Motors can make informed decisions to remain competitive and continue to innovate.

How The Social Environment Can Influence Tesla’s Business Strategy

The social environment can significantly impact an organization’s business strategy. Social factors include a society’s cultural norms and values, public opinion, market trends, and customer preferences. These elements are essential in how an organization develops and implements its business strategies. Understanding the social environment can help an organization better understand its target markets, adapt to changing customer needs, and develop products and services that meet them.

Cultural norms and values can be particularly influential for organizations. Companies must consider cultural values when developing products, marketing campaigns, and customer service strategies. Public opinion is also essential, as customers’ perceptions can shape their decision-making processes and willingness to purchase a company’s products or services. Negative perceptions can be damaging to a company’s reputation and hinder its success (Kissinger, 2019). Market trends can also influence an organization’s business strategies. Companies must be aware of technological trends, advancing technologies, and customer preferences to modify their products, services, and marketing efforts to remain competitive. For example, Tesla Motors has used technology advancements, such as the development of self-driving cars, to create innovative products and services to remain competitive.

Finally, customer preferences are one of the most important factors that organizations must consider when developing their business strategy. Companies must be aware of their target customers’ wants and needs and adjust their products, services, and marketing strategies accordingly. Companies that can make changes quickly and effectively to meet customer needs are more likely to be successful in the long term.

Overall, the social environment can significantly impact an organization’s ability to develop successful business strategies. Companies must consider cultural norms and values, public opinion, market trends, and customer preferences to remain competitive and successful (Kissinger, 2019). By understanding the social environment, organizations can develop effective strategies to maintain their success, innovate, and adapt to changing customer needs.

Organizational Examples

To support the above assertions, two organization examples will be provided, demonstrating business practices that have proven successful. The first example is that of Elon Musk’s other company, SpaceX. SpaceX aims to develop technology to enable humans to travel to Mars, which has resulted in a surge in innovation and competitiveness (Liu, 2021). The company has demonstrated success factors such as effective risk management, efficient resource allocation, and a high degree of sustainability.

The second example is that of Microsoft. As one of the world’s largest companies, Microsoft has embraced digital transformation, using technology to optimize its processes and encourage growth. They have implemented various strategies, including leveraging cloud computing, expanding into artificial intelligence, and creating an open-source platform. Microsoft has demonstrated success due to their ability to capitalize on emerging technologies and stay ahead of competitors.

References

Bianca Cardenas, P. D. (2021, September 13). Tesla case study: Complete Assessment of Social/organizational culture, leadership, teams, communication, Talent/Knowledge Management & Recommendations. LinkedIn. Retrieved January 22, 2023, from https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/tesla-case-study-complete-assessment-culture-teams-bianca

Bruijl, G. H. (2017). Tesla Motors, inc.: Driving Digital Transformation and the Digital Ecosystem. SSRN Electronic Journal. https://doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.3053142

Kissinger, D. (2019, February 19). Tesla, Inc. Pestel/Pestle Analysis & Recommendations. Panmure Institute. Retrieved January 22, 2023, from https://panmore.com/tesla-motors-inc-pestel-pestle-analysis-recommendations

Liu, S. (2021). Competition and valuation: A case study of tesla motors. IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science, 692(2), 022103. https://doi.org/10.1088/1755-1315/692/2/022103