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Running head: OVERVIEW OF MANAGEMENT

Overview of Management
John Ellis, BSIT
University of Phoenix

Overview of Management
This paper looks at Kudler Fine Foods, a provider of gourmet food and wares. Management is creative problem solving, and accomplishing this task requires four functions of management: organizing, leading, planning, and controlling. The intended result is the use of an organization’s resources in a way that accomplishes its mission and objectives. Specifically, this paper examines the role players at Kudler Fine Foods, the use of technology, and examples of Porter’s five-force model as it relates to Kudler Fine Foods.
Primary Functions of Management
Organizing
Yvonne Reynolds, Director of Store Operations, manages the operations of three stores, including inventory, purchasing, and logistics. She is also responsible for store safety, facility maintenance, security, and compliance with state and federal regulations.
Leading
Brenda Wagner, Director of Administration and Human Resources, develops policies, directs and coordinates administrative and human resources activities, such as employment, compensation, labor relations, benefits, training, and employee services.
Planning
Store Managers Kent Vesper, La Jolla; Laurie Priest, Del Mar; Jaunita Lopez, Encinitas, manage the retail stores and engage in selling gourmet foods by performing the following duties (among many others) personally or though subordinate supervisors:
1. Manage store within established budgets and operating guidelines.
2. Plans and prepares work schedules and assigns employees to specific duties.
3. Formulate pricing policies on merchandise in conjunction with corporate guidance.
Controlling
Harvey Stephens, Director of Finance and Accounting, develops and implements goals, policies, priorities, and procedures relating to financial management, budget, accounting, and payroll. Mr. Stephens also supervises and participates in the preparation of...