Discussion 1: "David Christopher and Orthopedic Surgeon"
Respond to the following:
• From the first case study, evaluate the medical practice and suggest at least two options (not discussed in the case) to maximize patient throughput and revenues without compromising the quality of medical care. Support your suggestion.
• Speculate how you would apply the theory of constraints to this medical practice. Explain your position and support your answer.
Discussion 2: "BankUSA"
Respond to the following:
• From the second case study, determine the challenges faced by the Help Desk at BankUSA and suggest strategies to mitigate them.
• Using the data on call volume in the case, select a forecasting model to forecast the short-term demand. Justify why this model was selected over other forecasting models. Support your position.
Discussion 3: Pricing and Globalization Strategies
Respond to the following:
• From the e-Activity, discuss the best possible pricing strategy based on whether the company you selected is a retailer, manufacturer, or service firm. Explain your rationale.
• Discuss the best possible way the company you selected could expand its market globally.
Discussion 4: Globalization and Sources of Equity Financing
Respond to the following:
• From the e-Activity, discuss how the company you selected might benefit from selling new customers on e-Bay (as opposed to building and maintaining its own Website).
• Referring to the same company, determine the best source of equity capital available to the company you selected. Explain your rationale.