6 Areas of Business Business 10 Weidmann
Research and Development (R&D) Companies look to Create new products (innovation) Adjust/ Change existing products (Regenerate)
Marketing Research what the customer wants Increase demand for the product or service through Advertising Get feedback from the customer on the product Pricing
Economics Understanding how supply and demand effects : Your business (Micro) The economy/ market (Macro)
Human Resources Hiring and Firing Creating an effective team Selecting Management* Selecting Reliable Employees
Sales Networking with clients Selling products or services to customers Maintaining relationships with suppliers
Finance/ Accounting Money management Pricing Determining income Paying employees/ suppliers
Which Area of Business is the MOST Important and WHY??? Discuss with a partner, then present to the class.