This project is devoted to the integration of the topics of

This project is devoted to the integration of the topics of the entire course This project is devoted to the integration of the topics of the entire course. The objective of this assignment is to put yourself into the shoes of a practicing leader from a real-life organization, reveal her/his dilemma, define goals for change & transformation, and prepare a working plan for change. The paper should be pages (not including references, abstract, and cover page), and must be written in a business writing style. If your paper than 12 pages, that is fine as I am never firm on length and enjoy reading your fine work. It is important to keep in mind that this course deals with organizational transformation, and many organizations are facing the painful reality that they are not keeping up with the demands of the global, or even national, marketplace. The most blatant examples of forced transformations have come from technology companies – many of whom have been finding it difficult to keep up with continuous changes in their industry. Other companies, however, that deal with more traditional products, like clothing, cosmetics, and various health care products, have also been challenged by the changing times. Today, companies like Macy’s, K-Mart, Sears, Hewlett Packard, Zales, and Barnes & Noble are just a few that are in need of or facing transformation. Choose a company that would benefit from transformation – one that you are either professionally familiar with or that you have heard about in the news. Use the following structure to help organize your thoughts and your findings. Part 1: Case description (Investigation stage) Define the dilemma: Who: key decision maker/leadership team; What: nature of the dilemma, decision to be made; Why: how did this issue arise? Why is this a problem?; When: time anchors; Where: company/case location. Background information about the organization or event provides context, helping the reader see the complexity of the situation and available options. Include details about the company, industry, region, or country (if relevant). The story should be from the decision maker’s point of view, including a chronological account, quotes from involved principals, options being considered, and their significance. Conclude this section by summarizing the unresolved problem, restating the dilemma, and framing the key issues for analysis. Part 2: Analysis and Solution (Consulting stage) This stage involves your role as a consultant to analyze the case in depth. Share the main issue and underlying elements; describe how you obtained information (interviews, secondary sources, observations,