A comparison of two articles in the field of Financial Gerontology.

Explores how the Ford Motor Company transformed itself to do business in a rapidly changing modern world. Describes how the emergence of e-commerce presented an opportunity to improve company structure for information sharing and process changes that could also enhance relationships with suppliers, dealers and customers. Considers how Ford's vision in using e-commerce to integrate processes across their organization was wise in the wake of a technology driven economy.

Foreign direct investment in Europe contributes both economically and politically and is important to both investing enterprises and host nations. The world market will continue seeking ways of more efficient investment through more liberal strategies and advancement of technology for communication infrastructure.

Essay consists of a discussion regarding free trade and protection.

Discusses the major functions of a manager. Describes why motivation is an important role of an effective manager in helping to raise employee morale and overall productivity.