Gathering and Analyzing Input
This assignment has two parts; both parts should be submitted in a single document, with one title page, and all references at the end of the paper. Be sure to use headings to identify each part.
Part 1: Gathering Input Across Organizational Systems
For this part of the assignment, write a 4–5 page paper in which you synthesize information from the resources you found in your research in Part 1 of the Unit 5 Research Study, as well as the course readings, to address the following:
Evaluate the importance of collecting information, data, and insights from diverse sources within an organization.
Evaluate at least two methods for collecting information, data, and insights on an issue or problem.
In relation to the problem or issue, you selected for your course project, determine which methods for collecting information, data, and insights you would recommend to senior leadership.
As you analyze and evaluate the information in the articles, address the following:
Determine what seemed to be valid information in the articles.
Identify differences and similarities between the articles.
Identify gaps or controversies within the articles.
Part 2: Statistical Thinking and Analyzing Information, Data and Insights
For this second part of the assignment, you will write a 4–5 page paper in which you synthesize information from the resources you found in your research in Part 2 of the Unit 5 Research Study, as well as the course readings, to address the following:
Evaluate the importance of statistical thinking for problem solving or analyzing data.
Evaluate at least two methods for analyzing information, data, and insights.
In relation to the problem or issue you selected for your course project, determine which methods for analyzing information, data, and insights you would recommend to senior leadership.
Among the methods you recommend, include:
Methods for analyzing patterns and trends in the organization.
At least one statistical tool or method.
As you analyze and evaluate the information in the articles, address the following:
Determine what seemed to be valid information in the articles.
Identify differences and similarities between the articles.
Identify gaps or controversies within the articles.
Reference (and cite) at least five resources, other than those included in the required course materials. Use APA style to cite and reference all resources used.
