Assignment: Management Of Business And Society
Case Subject: Furniture Stores in U.S.A. (SIC: 5712 NAICS: 44211) Industry Description: "Establishments primarily engaged in the retail sale of household furniture. These stores may also sell home furnishings, major appliances, and floor coverings." (SIC definition) "This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing new furniture, such as household furniture (e.g., baby furniture, box springs, and mattresses) and outdoor furniture; office furniture (except those sold in combination with office supplies and equipment); and/or furniture sold in combination with major appliances, home electronics, home furnishings, or floor coverings." (NAICS definition)
Project Tasks: Analyze the external environment of the Furniture Stores in U.S.A. based on the following two segments: Socio-Cultural and Global. The outcome of your analysis is an essay with 4-5 pages (double-spaced, 12 pt "Times New Roman" font, 1-inch margins.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.