Homework: Strategy and Performance Management At DSM
Read the case titled, Strategy and Performance Management at DSM, located in the XanEdu case pack. Students should purchase an access code to the case pack at the Strayer Bookstore. You will be emailed an access code with instructions for redeeming it upon purchase.
Write a four to five pages paper in which you:
a) Using the stages from the performance management process, suggest the key processes that DSM needs to provider within its system in order to successfully link its key success factors (KSF). Provide a rationale for your suggestions.
b) Select three drivers, and examine the central manner in which DSM management has aligned its business strategies to performance measurement.
c) Critique or defend DSM's competitive advantage by using three of the six assessment points from the textbook. Justify your response.
Format your homework according to the following formatting requirements:
i) The answer should be typed, using Times New Roman font (size 12), double spaced, with one-inch margins on all sides.
ii) The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the homework, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
iii) Also include a reference page. The Citations and references must follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.
The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
o Summarize the components of performance management processes and systems.
o Evaluate how the performance management system aligns with organizational goals.
o Assess the effectiveness of performance management programs and policies.
o Use technology and information resources to research issues in performance management.
o Write clearly and concisely about performance management using proper writing mechanics.