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Final Term Paper
Term paper
on the subject “Organization theory”
Topic “Analyzing of Starbucks organizational structure”
Sumy, 2020
Content
Introduction 3
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Introduction
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1.1 General information about enterprise
Starbucks mission slogan: «To inspire and nurture the human spirit – one
person, one cup and one neighborhood at a time.»
Starbucks mission statement: make Starbucks the premier provider of the
finest coffee in the world, while maintaining our uncompromising principles while
we grow. The following six guidelines will help us measure the correctness of our
decisions: ensure an excellent working environment and treat each other with
respect and dignity. Take diversity as an integral part of our business. Use the
highest quality standards when purchasing, roasting and freshly delivering our
coffee. Develop enthusiastically satisfied customers constantly. Make a positive
contribution to our community and the environment. Recognize that profitability is
essential for our future success.
Purpose statement: « To establish Starbucks as the premier purveyor of the
finest coffee in the world while maintaining our uncompromising principles while
we grow.»
The power of purpose is not to be underestimated. It gives companies a
competitive edge, not least in the realms of recruitment and employee retention.
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Employees want to know they are working for a company that is operating for the
greater good — and that, in turn, is good for business. Deloitte found that purpose-
oriented companies have higher productivity and growth rates, along with a more
satisfied workforce who stay longer with them. The research shows that such
companies report 30% higher levels of innovation and 40% higher levels of
workforce retention than their competitors. "People are looking to work with
companies that share their values, that actively express what they're doing to be a
good partner with the world," explains Carol Cone, Founder and CEO of Carol
Cone.
Starbucks values:
«With our partners, our coffee and our customers at our core, we live these
values:
Creating a culture of warmth and belonging, where everyone is
welcome.
Acting with courage, challenging the status quo and finding new
ways to grow our company and each other.
Being present, connecting with transparency, dignity and respect.
Delivering our very best in all we do, holding ourselves
accountable for results.
We are performance driven, through the lens of humanity.»
Starbucks mission, purpose and values are motivated by 74% of Starbucks
employees. In addition to remuneration, the “company mission” is the most
important thing in their work for 16% of Starbucks employees. 8% of employees
say the main reason they stay at Starbucks is because of Starbucks' mission. When
asked who they consider to be the most loyal at work, 21% of employees answered
the question about the mission and vision of Starbucks. Comparable data clearly
shows that a focused mission statement and agreed core company values are vital
to maintaining employee coherence.
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1.3 Target group of Starbucks
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2. The goals and objectives of enterprise
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are countries which have little to no outlets of Starbucks and that means a untapped
market which they will try to tap into.
Finally, Starbucks would seek to better or adjust their core values to create
a better more positive cooperate culture
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3. Analyzing of external and internal environment of organization
Recent market studies show that consumers do not reduce their coffee
consumption. Instead, they switch to lower priced options. This means that a firm
can still influence purchasing power by offering cheaper products.
Starbucks has taken steps to become part of the mobile computer
revolution. He worked with Apple and introduced discount coupons through
iPhone apps. They also try co-branding and cross-selling. Starbucks is well
prepared to take advantage of the smartphone revolution.
US consumers are also increasingly aware of ethics. This means that the
brands they buy from must comply with social and environmental standards in
production. Consumer awareness challenges Starbucks.These are the most obvious
factors affecting a firm’s business. But there are many other factors that need
attention.
I divided and organized these questions according to PESTLE factors.
Below you will find detailed information on how these factors affect your business
for Starbucks.
Impacts of Political Factors on Starbucks
The main political factor is the search for raw materials. This attracted a lot
of attention from Western politicians and countries of origin. For this reason, the
company wants to adhere to social and environmental standards. He is ready to
follow sourcing strategies. This attaches great importance to fair trading practice.
Another consequence is the need to comply with laws and regulations in
countries where Starbucks purchases raw materials. Activeness and increased
political awareness in developing countries have made this necessary.
Regulatory pressure in the US domestic market is also a factor.
Multinationals based in the United States are currently undergoing a more
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thorough analysis of business processes. The company must also monitor political
stability within the country.Some other factors to consider
Tax policy
Employment Laws
Impacts of Economic Factors on Starbucks
The ongoing global economic downturn is a major foreign economic factor
for Starbucks. As I said, this factor negatively affected Starbucks profitability. This
convinced buyers to switch to cheaper alternatives. Since they have not stopped
buying coffee, Starbucks should look for an opportunity here.The company has to
deal with rising labor and operating costs. The inflationary environment and falling
yields cause a lot of stress.
Some other economic factors that may affect Starbucks:
Local Currency Exchange Rates
Local economic environment in different markets
Tax rate
Impacts of Socio-Cultural Factors on Starbucks
As mentioned, Starbucks may offer cheaper products, but you may have to
sacrifice quality. This is the main socio-cultural problem that a startup faces. This
will expand the consumer base, including buyers from the lower and middle
income levels.
“Green” and “ethical chic” consumers are also worried. They worry about
the social and environmental costs of brands. Starbucks needs to know about this
trend.
The baby boomer generation is resigning. This means that the costs of older
consumers will decrease. Starbucks will now have to use Gen X and Millennials as
customers.
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Care should also be taken with health authorities setting policies and rules for the
production and consumption of caffeine.
Other factors that may affect the company:
Introducing more stringent customs and trade rules
Industry Licensing Rules
The above PESTLE analysis proves that Starbucks has a fairly stable
environment. The main reason for this may be that he works in the food and
beverage industry. This means that consumers can partially reduce consumption,
but will not stop buying completely.
Therefore, since recession is the most important factor, Starbucks must
lower costs and increase value. Thus, he can maintain his consumer base, as well
as gain customer loyalty.
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Strengths
1) Strong Market Position and Global Weaknesses
Brand Recognition
1)Expensive Products
2)Products of the Highest Quality
2)Self-Cannibalization through
3)Location and Aesthetic appeal of overcrowding
its Stores
3)Overdependence in the United
4)Human Resource Management States market
5)Goodwill among consumers due to 4)Negative large corporation image
Social Responsibly Initiatives
5)American/European coffee culture
6)Diverse Product Mix clash with that of other countries
7)Use of Technology and Mobile
Outlets
8)Customer base loyalty
Threats
Opportinities 1)Increased Competition
1)Expansion into Emerging Markets 2)Price Volatility in the Global
2)Expanding Product mix and Coffee Market
offerings 3)Developed Countries Market
3)Expansion of retail operations Saturation
4)Technological advances 4)Developed Countries Economy
5)New distribution channels 5)Changing Consumer tastes and
6)Brand extension lifestyle choices
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4.
Starbucks
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igure 4.1 -Organizational structure of Starbucks
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The organizational structure of Starbucks is a matrix structure and is one of
the best examples of a successful organizational structure. The matrix structure is a
combination of several organizational structures. The authority in the matrix
structure follows from several methods.
Employees respond to more than one manager, and messaging occurs in
several ways. Other different types of organizational structures that integrate with
Starbucks' organizational structure are the geographical structure of the unit, the
functional structure, the structure of the team, and the structure of the unit based on
the product.
In the functional structure of the organizational structure of Starbucks,
Starbucks has various groups of employees performing various functions. Human
resources, finance, marketing, sales and so on. This structure is respected in the top
hierarchy of the company. The rules that they apply to all Starbucks cafes.
The geographical structure of the division forms three main regional
divisions, including China and the Asia-Pacific region, America and Europe, the
Middle East, Russia and Africa. In addition, in the United States, units are western,
northwest, southeast, and northeast.
Each Starbucks organizational unit has its own senior vice president, who
oversees things in that unit and is accountable to central management. Thus, each
lower-level manager is subordinate to two managers, a geographical manager and a
functional manager. Each geographic division is flexible enough to develop
products to suit the preferences of people in the field. The division’s product
structure is also part of Starbucks’s organizational structure. This structure divides
employees into different groups in such a way that each group works for its
product. For example, Starbucks has product divisions such as mugs and books,
bakery products such as sandwiches, and coffee and other beverage divisions.
Starbucks' organizational structure also includes a brand-based
organizational unit.
Starbucks owns several brands: Starbucks and Seattle's best coffee, which
produce coffee and other beverages. Teavana, which produces various types of tea,
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La Boulange, which produces French pastries, Evolution Fresh, which produces
juices, and Tazo tea, which produces tea, herbs, and spices. With this structure,
each division can focus on different products to make them better.
The organizational structure of Starbucks plays a large role in the
development and innovation of its products. The structure of the team is generally
observed at lower levels of organization, for example, in the systems of preparation
and delivery to cafes. This Starbucks organizational team structure helps provide
customers with better, more specialized service.
Advantages of Starbucks organizational structure
The matrix structure that Starbucks follows has the benefits of all the other
organizational structures that make up its structure. First, geographic divisions
allow the company to meet the special needs of different customers in different
countries.
For example, people in some countries like strong coffee, and people in
other countries like the lighter version. Secondly, more productive as they gain a
sense of ownership and belonging. Thirdly, the product division allows each
division to focus on its product and work on its development and innovation.
Functional units make work smoother, faster and more reliable, as
specialists do the work, and the likelihood that they will make mistakes is minimal.
Finally, the matrix structure allows the company to effectively use its human
resources, hiring them for more than one task.
Disadvantages of Starbucks organizational structure
Like the advantages, the Starbucks matrix structure also accumulates the
disadvantages of all other organizational structures in it. Firstly, the matrix
structure creates a situation in which an employee must answer immediately to two
heads, functional and geographical managers.
Such duplication of authority can be harmful and confusing for employees.
Because they must decide whose orders to follow and whose work should be
prioritized. Functional structure means that each department performs its function.
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Lack of coordination between them can be harmful for the company, since
no one knows what the other is up to and what he needs.
4.2 Analyzing organizational culture of Starbucks
«The Starbucks culture believes there is only one organizational chart that
truly matters to a consumer-first business, and that one has only employee
symbolically reporting to the real boss - customer»
Starbucks is committed to an entrepreneurial strategy that must be
successful and collective, and must achieve results. Starbucks management
provides its corporate culture a lot of time, which is why only the best should work
there.
CEO
Howa
rd
Schult
Board ofzdirectors
Upper Management
Store Managers
Shift Supervisors
Clerk Supervisors
Baristas
The lowest level of the company’s structure is the barista, a person who
works directly with guests, makes coffee and other drinks, and also maintains
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cleanliness in the hall ( Figure 4.2 ).Then comes the shift supervisor. These people
monitor the safe, solve organizational issues, help their employees, are responsible
for ensuring that the whole shift goes smoothly, and are responsible for the waiters
and the coffee house as a whole. The shift superiors report to the deputy manager
and the manager himself, and those, in turn, report to the territorial managers.Such
a structure is tempting for the younger generation, since rapid growth is possible
along the career ladder. Company policy motivates young and energetic people to
work hard. coffee shop entrepreneurship staff competency.
Starbucks is constantly trying to motivate its employees. Thanks to a
variety of events that take place almost every week, a person realizes that he is part
of something whole. An exchange of experience takes place, valuable tips are
given on how to make your work even more enjoyable and efficient. For example,
partner forums are held regularly. They award the best, treat them with delicious
food and prepare the best coffee drinks. After such events, a person realizes that
they care about him, respect him, and try to work as much as possible.
There are also other ways to motivate staff, these include all kinds of
checks, such as audit Shoppi. It is held every month and consists in the fact that
every coffee shop is visited by a secret guest and checks the level of service, the
cleanliness of the coffee shop and the qualifications of those who work there. He
asks questions about coffee, about products, orders the most complicated drinks
and waits for a conversation to be opened with him. He also controls how the
cashier works, whether he clearly states the amount of the order and the amount of
change. In the event that the employees passed the secret guest well, they are given
bonuses, all kinds of awards, the whole company is told about them. If the barista
turned out to be incompetent, then various fines and sanctions follow, which can
even lead to dismissal. Thus, every employee of the coffee shop knows that any of
the guests can be a secret check. But no one suspects when he will come, and what
he will look like. Such inspections motivate company employees to always work
with full dedication, fulfill all the requirements of the company and do something
beyond that.
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Starbucks always strives to support its employees in their endeavors. In
addition to moving up the career ladder, there are many programs to increase the
level of knowledge in various fields of activity. One of the most entertaining is the
Coffee Master. Employees of all coffee houses are united in groups, then master
classes are held. After all this, time is given for self-training and it all ends with the
fact that employees pass a special test that checks the level of knowledge. Those
who successfully pass the test are honorably presented with a black apron (usually
everyone wears green), and these workers are hailed as people who know
everything about coffee. This program is an example of non-material motivation,
because no monetary rewards are issued for this. An employee becomes the person
to whom they will first seek help and advice, the opinion of which will be
respected and appreciated. Of course, it’s easier for coffee masters to upgrade their
positions, as managers realize that such people are ready to devote all their time
and energy to the company, which is very much appreciated.
Of course, the company has problems. For example, staff turnover.
Usually, students who want to earn some money, but also study, also go to the
position of waiters. Since young people form the basis of the workforce, here the
company's management makes concessions and offers a flexible work schedule.
The bosses are always happy to help draw up a convenient schedule, free up the
necessary days, adapt working hours to the study schedule. Thus, the company
shows that every person who works for her is important to her. Another plus -
Starbucks does not accept formal appeals. Regardless of their position, employees
call each other by name. A friendly, positive atmosphere sets people in a positive
mood. Management always welcomes new creative ideas for creating coffee
drinks, decorating the hall, and conducting non-business events.
Starbucks has a green booklet called The Green Apron Book, which lists
guidelines common to all employees.
1. Self-awareness. The success of a company depends on the distinctness
and honesty of the idea of who the company is and who is not, what it wants to
achieve and how.
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2. Understanding goals: do what is right and not what is good for a career.
The path to success begins with action for the right reasons. If a person does not
know what he wants to achieve, and everyone else does not strive for the same,
then one cannot succeed at this rate.
3. Independence. People are not "personnel", but still people who are
capable of incredible deeds and accomplishments. The company must get rid of the
rules - written and unwritten - and encourage independent thinking in themselves
and in others.
4. Sensitivity: care must be sincere. Sensitivity is a sign of strength, not
weakness, and it must be genuine both within the organization and in relation to
customers.
5. The ability to hear the truth. If the manager listens to his employees, then
he can understand what exactly the customers want and where the enthusiasm of
the employees has disappeared, and he will be able to find a solution to these
problems.
6. Frankness. It is necessary to say what should be said, with all
responsibility for their words, attention and respect for the listener. Do not hide
anything, do not lie, do not keep silent about anything and do not shy away from
the answer.
7. Activity. It is necessary to find the optimal ratio of enthusiasm,
determination and constancy. Feel, act, think.
8. Confronting difficulties. Even in difficult times you need to be guided by
the same principles as always, to do what you can. But we must remember that
people should always be in the first place.
9. Authority. Leadership style can be loud. We must not forget that
managers are also people who carry out their work.
10. Bold dreams. Bold dreams are great goals, great hopes and joys. A
person should be happy about what he is doing and help others to experience this
joy.
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If we look at Starbucks in terms of typologies of organizational culture of
Charles Handy, then, in my opinion, we can attribute it to the Raleigh culture
(Apollo culture).
In this culture, the basic assumption is "tomorrow will be like yesterday."
Thanks to this, all previous experience is carefully analyzed and based on it, a
comprehensive set of rules and roles are developed that clearly describe what and
how to do.
10. Bold dreams. Bold dreams are great goals, great hopes and joys. A
person should be happy about what he is doing and help others to experience this
joy.
If we look at Starbucks in terms of typologies of organizational culture of
Charles Handy, then, in my opinion, we can attribute it to the Raleigh culture
(Apollo culture).
In this culture, the basic assumption is "tomorrow will be like yesterday."
Thanks to this, all previous experience is carefully analyzed and based on it, a
comprehensive set of rules and roles are developed that clearly describe what and
how to do.
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5. Calculation of Starbucks organizational structure effectiveness
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where Nun – number of unrealized decisions that equally 346
Ntot – total number of decisions taken in unit or organization that equally
2500
Cy= 346/2500 = 0,1384
In the end, we can make conclusion by making all the calculations that the
organizational structure, selected for this company, performs its functions
effectively, since all the factors that we calculated are not negative.
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6. Adjustment of Starbucks organizational structures
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Conclusion
Finally, in this course work we analyze the idea of enterprise, what is their
target group, their goals and objectives, analyze external and internal environment
of enterprise and organizational structure, understand how effective work
organizational structure of «Starbucks».
In general, we can say that Starbucks Corporation is huge company with
more than 20,000 stores all over the world. They have their main idea which
corporation follow all the time - use the highest quality standards when purchasing,
roasting and freshly delivering their coffee.
Analyzed their external and internal environment understand that they also
have disadvantages, as well as advantages. For example , prices of product are
above the average market price. That’s why they have competitors , but Starbucks
Corporation is still leading on the market, because quality of coffee equal to the
price.
As about effectiveness of their organizational structure - it completely suits
them and corporation develops and enters on a new level.
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