Steve Jobs and his friend Steve Wozniak were self-taught engineers who created one of the most popular, revolutionary, technology brand, "Apple". Steve Jobs was not the first person to have an idea to create user-friendly computer, and he was not the first person to come up with an idea about music players or smartphones, but he was the first person to implement them. He covered potential ideas and then implemented them in ways that no one had ever dreamed of before. Apple products, whether they be a computer, laptop, iPod, iPhone, iTunes, or otherwise, are featured everywhere. Not only Apple products are of high quality technological items, but the company also has superior branding and a strong company image making them, one of the most popular and easily recognizable brands in the world.

A. From this example, identify and explain any four traits/characteristics of Steve Jobs that helped him to be successful in his business.

B. What are the factors/reasons that support the success of Apple Company

1. Evaluate the drivers for change for globalisation in Mattel's supply chains that it should include in creating its supply chain plan.

2.Mattel, based on the case study materials, has adopted an approach in managing its supply chain a strategy of focussing on lean production and supply, producing large quantities in low labour cost locations on long lead times at very low cost. Explain TWO benefits and TWO problems for Mattel of adopting "lean production and supply" as an approach to managing its supply chains.

3.Discuss the potential benefits and problems with the use of outsourcing as a part of a supply chain strategy as used by Mattel.

7. What are strategies that help hold your listeners attention during your speech?

In expressing an opinion on representations in financial statements which he has examined, a member may be held guilty of an act discreditable to the profession if

9.What kinds of opinions do CPAs express regarding financial statements?

10.When does a CPA express an unqualified opinion?

11.When does a CPA express a qualified opinion?

12.Are the auditing standards for a short-form report any different than those for a long-form report?

13.Why don't more reports present details as to the scope of the examination?

14.Does the CPA have a free hand in deciding upon the scope of his examination?

15.Is an examination an exact arid complete verification of the figures on the statements?

16.To what extent does the scope of an examination depend upon the effectiveness of the system of internal control?

17.What does the CPA do to substantiate the amounts of accounts and notes receivable reported?

18.What does the CPA do to substantiate the amount reported for property, plant and equipment?

19.Why is it important to conduct an audience analysis prior to developing your speech? 20. What is the purpose of performing a demographics survey?r