Part 1:
Answer the following questions in a 500- to 1,000-word paper:
Describe how OSI model layers can affect a network’s design and networking in general.
There are two different types of Local Area Network (LAN) switching technologies available in today’s market. One lives on one layer, while the other resides in a different layer of the OSI model. Locate these LAN switching technologies, describe the differences in functionality, and relate those differences to the functions inherent within the OSI model. How can the OSI model be useful during troubleshooting processes?
Note: You must use at least one credible reference in your paper.
Prepare the paper in APA style.
Submit the paper as a word document.
Part 2:
The purpose of this assignment is to analyze industry positioning and explain the strategic position of a business organization.
Using the “Corporate Descriptions” worksheet provided, select a business for the focus of the course assignments.
For this assignment, detail the products, services, customers, and business objectives in preparation for developing innovative methods to enhance or integrate information systems. Present your findings in a 500-word summary that addresses the following: Submit the 500-word summary in a word document.
summarize the business’ services or products, customer demographics, the business objective/mission, and the business strategy including relevant supply chain and customer resource management goals.
Assess the industry positioning of the business using Porter’s five forces model. Include an explanation of whether each force is strong or weak, and justify your explanation based upon research. Use the “Analyzing Porter’s Five Forces” worksheet to help you organize this information. You are required to complete this worksheet.
Briefly explain the strategic direction the business should take in relation to the Run-Grow-Transform (RGT) framework. Use the “Run-Grow-Transform Framework Strategic Directions” worksheet to help you organize this information. You are required to complete this worksheet.