Punjab direly requires coordinated augmentation of foreign direct investment (FDI) for rapid industrialization. But the bitter fact is that Punjab is a very small recipient of total FDI inflows received by the country. The present study intends to discuss the investment opportunities in Punjab and explore the prospects of FDI inflows. The study concludes that there exist a lot of investment opportunities in Punjab. The major industries which have a great deal of potential are information technology and knowledge industry, agro based food processing industry, bio technology & pharmaceutical industry, auto parts industry, textiles industry, light engineering goods, sports goods and tourism industries. The study revealed that although the prospects of FDI inflows to Punjab are positive in the ensuing decade but the overall expectations for short term FDI inflows can be best described as cautiously optimistic. Hence, the fact remains that it will take some more years before Punjab can fuel stronger investors’ enthusiasm and FDI boom becomes a reality.
A more comprehensive understanding of an industry can be gained through an anaÂlysis of its underlying economic and technical characteristics. A focus on a broad industry may lead to an inaccurate understanding of the market and the nature of competition; it does not tell you who your competitors are and which are the key competing products for your firm. You need to identify your precise market, which can be achieved by conducting a 'market segmentation analysis' and 'strategic group analysis'. A thorough understanding of the industry environment and its likely future should help the strategic decision-maker to develop more appropriate strategies. Â After reading this research you should be able to understand the significance of the global industry environment for the strategies of multinational firms; apply market segmentation analysis, strategic group analysis, and the Five Forces techniques; understand the importance of industry evolution and the international Product Life Cycle; appreciate differences between forecasting techniques for understanding the future of an industry.
Researchers in the social sciences have long been interested in studying the implementation of health-related programs. This implementation research informs not only the implementation of health-related programs, but is of use to managers in business settings. Of frequent interest to researchers studying implementation are parenting programs. These programs have garnered intense research attention, which has not only supported their effectiveness but has also established recommendations for their implementation in a variety of types of organizations. This review article presents findings from studies that have assessed the implementation of the Triple P Positive Parenting Program. Its findings are of relevance to administrators and managers in a wide range of discipline, particularly those seeking to effectively implement new processes, programs, or strategies.