Research Report: Globalization, Technology, and Manufacturing Trends

This report investigates the influence of globalization and the advancement of technology within the manufacturing industry, focusing on a case study of Sime Darby. The research explores the impact of globalization, the role of technology in organizational success, and factors affecting company growth. The methodology includes qualitative research, interpretivism, and inductive approaches, with descriptive research design. Data collection involves both primary and secondary methods, utilizing random sampling. The report analyzes the impact of globalization on the company, evaluates technological advancements, identifies growth factors, and recommends strategies to enhance productivity through globalization and technology. The report includes an introduction, literature review, theoretical framework, research methodology, data collection, survey methods, data analysis, project schedule, and estimated costs, along with conclusions and references.

Research Methodology

Table of Contents
QUESTION 1...................................................................................................................................3
TOPIC: “ To investigate the influence of globalization and advancement of technology in the
manufacturing industry.” ................................................................................................................3
INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................................3
Background..................................................................................................................................3
Aim and Objectives......................................................................................................................3
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY.....................................................................................................5
CONCLUSION................................................................................................................................9
REFERENCES..............................................................................................................................10
QUESTION 2.................................................................................................................................11
TOPIC: “ To investigate the influence of globalization and advancement of technology in the
manufacturing industry.” ..............................................................................................................11
1. INTRODUCTION.....................................................................................................................11
Background................................................................................................................................11
1.2.1 Aim and Objectives...........................................................................................................12
1.2.2 Research questions and problems.....................................................................................12
2. LITERATURE REVIEW..........................................................................................................13
3. THEORETICAL/ CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK................................................................17
4. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY...............................................................................................17
5. DATA COLLECTION..............................................................................................................19
6. SURVEY METHOD.................................................................................................................20
7. DATA ANALYSIS....................................................................................................................20
8. PROJECT SCHEDULE ............................................................................................................21
9. ESTIMATED COST..................................................................................................................22
CONCLUSION..............................................................................................................................24
REFERENCES..............................................................................................................................25

QUESTION 1
TOPIC: “ To investigate the influence of globalization and advancement of technology in the
manufacturing industry.”
INTRODUCTION
Background
This study mainly highlights on describing various components of the country within
which the country operates (Eriksen, (2018)). Globalization is mainly associated with the transfer
of goods and services from one country to another in order to attain higher operational goals and
efficiency of the business. Globalization in turn leads to advancement of technology which in
turn states that the globalization helps company to get access to large number of technology
which in turn leads to operational performance and efficiency (Beck, (2018)). Globalization
mainly leads to increased to increased innovation, lower cost to the business, higher expansion of
market share, job mobility, access to advanced technology, gaining higher customer base, higher
access to different geographical boundaries and also high profitability for the business. The
present research study will highlight on the influence of globalization and advancement of
technology in the manufacturing industry. This study will help in effectively evaluating various
factors which in turn affects the growth of the company due to globalization. The present
research study will also focus on advancement of technology due to globalization which in turn
leads to organization success and productivity. This study will also critically examine the
problems associated with the research study and will help in recommending effective ways to
improve productivity of company through globalization and advancement of technology.
Sime Darby is a Malaysian conglomerate company which was founded in the year 2007
and is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia. This company mainly deals in logistics,
plantation, industrial, healthcare, retail segment, insurance and motors. Sime Darby mainly
serves Asia Pacific company and has employees of over 100000.
Aim and Objectives
Aim: “To investigate the influence of globalization and advancement of technology in the
manufacturing industry. A study on Sime Darby.”
Research Objectives
 To analyse the impact of globalization on the company.

 To critically evaluate advancement of technology due to globalization leads to
organization success.
 To determine the factors which affect the growth of the company due to globalization.
 To recommend effective ways to improve productivity of company through globalization
and advancement of technology.
Research questions and problem statement
 What is the impact of globalization on the company?
 How advancement of technology due to globalization leads to organization success?
 What the factors which affect the growth of the company due to globalization?
 What are effective ways to improve productivity of company through globalization and
advancement of technology?
Rationale
The key reason of carrying out this research is because globalization is considered to be
the current issue which in turn influence the performance of the business. The main issue of the
research is that the globalization leads to various problems as it leads to corrupt political rules
and regulation which in turn affects the operational performance and efficiency of the business.
This is the current issue because every country has different macroeconomic factors which in
turn influence the way business works. Globalization also leads to currency fluctuation, price
instability, loss of cultural identity, etc. which in turn helps researcher in gaining wider
perspective on the subject matter. It is necessary for the researcher to outline this research
problem in order to perform better in the competitive market and gain higher market share n ad
profitability. This is a current issue because of the varied culture in different geographical
boundaries and also because of the western dominance. The key reason for carrying out this
research study is because the research is carried out due to academic interest. This will help
researcher in gaining broader perspective on the subject matter by effectively outlining the aim
and objectives of the study and carry out research by effectively collecting valid information
through research methodology. The researcher of the study will light on this by clearly lighting
on the research subject matter with the help of thematic analysis. This will help in taking into
consideration various themes of the research by investigating the influence of globalization and
advancement of technology in the manufacturing industry.
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

Research methodology is mainly associated with systematic analysis of the subject matter
which is very useful in further analysis of the particular subject matter (Baylis, Owens, & Smith,
(2017)). This helps in critically evaluating the particular area of study by gaining overall validity
and reliability of the information. This is one of the most effective tool which helps in gathering
relevant and ethical information in order to fulfil the gaps on the current subject matter. This
helps in giving better justification on the subject matter by effectively addressing all the research
problem in a systematic and efficient way. This helps researcher in determining the overall
reliability and validity of the particular research on the specific subject matter.
Research methods: This is one of the most strategic tool which is used to determine the
various evidence of data which in turn helps in uncovering new and relevant information and
also focuses on gaining better insight and knowledge on the particular subject matter. This is one
of the effective tool which helps in interpreting various variables and events in order to attain
aims and objectives of the research in a systematic and timely manner (Cuervo‐Cazurra,
Mudambi, Pedersen & Piscitello, (2017)). Research type can be classified into quantitative and
qualitative research methods. Qualitative research methods tends to focus on gathering relevant
and non- numerical data which helps researcher in gaining better understanding associated with
the individual experience, personal behaviour, attitude and emotions. This method is useful for
the researcher to outline and explore various factors of the study with the help of social
interactions and interpreting several events. Quantitative research methodology is very useful to
gain statistical analysis by strategically uncovering various patterns of the study in a systematic
and efficient manner.
The researcher of the study will opt for qualitative research methods where the researcher
of the study will critically examine the influence of globalization and advancement of technology
in the Sime Darby.
Research philosophy: This methodology creates a set of belief which helps in
determining the way according to which the data will be collected. It helps in determining the
factors which is ought to be true by effectively encompassing various philosophies related to the
particular area of study. Research philosophy can be classified into interpretivism and positivism
approach (Cuervo‐Cazurra, Mudambi, Pedersen & Piscitello, (2017)). Interpretivism philosophy
method is useful in interpreting the various elements of the study by seeking insight on the facts
and reality. Positivism approach tends to be more focused on giving objective viewpoint. This

helps in determining the relationship between various elements of the study in order to gain
broader perspective on the subject matter.
The researcher of the study will opt for Interpretivism research philosophy method which
is useful in gaining broader perspective on analysing the impact of globalization on the company.
Research approach: This is considered to be a systematic plan which is useful ion setting
a broad set of assumptions in a detailed and efficient manner. This is a very useful tool as it helps
in setting a prescribed guideline to collect the data on the research topic and further analyse and
investigate the same in order to reach set conclusion. Research approach can be classified into
deductive and inductive approach. Deductive approach is useful in exploring the set theory in
accordance with valid circumstance. The researcher focuses on following a set path which in turn
leads to development of the hypothesis. Inductive approach is mainly concerned with the
collection of the data on the relevant interest of topic (Taylor, Bogdan & DeVault, (2015)). This
approach mainly focuses on prediction and forecasting of the research topic in an ethical and
reliable way.
The researcher of the study will opt for inductive research approach method in order to
critically evaluate advancement of technology due to globalization leads to organization success.
Research design: This method mainly focuses on determining the overall strategy of the
business. This method is useful in integrating various components of the research study in a
logical and coherent manner in order to resolve all the research problem in a systematic and
efficient way (Taylor, Bogdan & DeVault, (2015)). Research design can be classified into
exploratory and descriptive research design. Descriptive research design is an effective tool as it
is mainly associated with effectively describing and evaluating the behaviour of the particular
area of study. This helps in gaining in- depth study on the particular subject matter and also
focuses on evaluating why the particular phenomenon occurs (Humphries, (2017)). Exploratory
research design is carried out to effectively explore the set guidelines and also focuses on
explaining the various aspects of the study in a detailed and systematic manner.
The researcher of the study will opt for descriptive research design method because it
helps in effectively determining the factors which affect the growth of the company due to
globalization (Baylis, Owens, & Smith, (2017)).
Data collection: This is an effective process of gathering relevant and useful information
which is useful in filling the gaps on the particular subject matter by solving various research

problems. Data collection can be classified into primary and secondary method. Primary data is
considered to be more time consuming and costly approach for collecting new information.
Primary data is collected for the first time by the researcher and is very relevant for enhancing
the credibility of the business. This can be done through interviews, focus group interviews,
questionnaire methods, Delphi technique and poll (Fletcher, (2017)). Secondary data collection
method is a technique helps in collecting information which has already been collected by
someone else and in turn helps in further investigation on the same subject matter.
The researcher of the study will opt for both primary and secondary which helps in
determining the influence of globalization and advancement of technology in the manufacturing
industry and also recommend effective ways to improve productivity of company through
globalization and advancement of technology.
Sampling: This is an effective process as it helps in carrying out statistical analysis by
observing the answers of predetermined participants. The sample is selected from the large
population which helps in carrying out the research in a systematic and efficient manner.
Sampling can be classified into probabilistic and non- probabilistic sampling method.
Probabilistic sampling method is further categorized into stratifies, cluster, random, systematic
and multistage sampling method (Silverman, (2016)). Random sampling method states that every
individual from the large population has equal probability of getting selected in order to carry out
the research in a systematic and appropriate manner. Random sampling method is useful for the
researcher to randomly select each individual in order to carry out research in an ethical and
reliable manner. This helps in filling the gaps in the research problem and gain better insight on
the research topic (What is Random Sampling?, 2019). Non- probability sampling method
mainly includes convenience, purposive, snowball sampling. Non- probabilistic sampling
method states that all the individuals in the organization does to have equal probability of getting
selected.
The researcher of the study will opt for random sampling method as it helps in gaining
wider perspective on critically evaluating advancement of technology due to globalization leads
to organization success.
Data analysis: This is considered an effective process as it helps in effectively evaluating
all the necessary information by effectively using statistical, numerical, logical and analytical
approach. Data analysis is very useful in discovering useful information which in turn aids to

strategic decision making. Data analysis can be classified into thematic analysis and SPSS tool.
Thematic analysis is useful in interpreting various themes by gaining wider perspective on each
element and attain strategic goal and objectives of the research (Flick, (2015)). SPSS tool is
useful in surveying the large amount of data by using software which helps in uncovering
comprehensive data in order to attain higher operational goals and standards.
The researcher of the study will opt for qualitative research method where thematic
analysis will be carried out to gain better insight on the particular subject matter of the research.
This tool helps in gaining better perspective on the influence of globalization and advancement
of technology in the manufacturing industry (Baylis, Owens, & Smith, (2017)).
Ethical consideration: The researcher of the study will carry out the study in an ethical
and reasonable manner (Bresler, & Stake, (2017)). Researcher focuses on using all the resources
of the company in an efficient and appropriate manner and must not cause any harm to the
research participants. The researcher of the study will also protect all the confidential and
personal information of the researcher. The data collected by the researcher are from valid
sources and all the data has been cited with appropriate referencing. No misleading information
has been used and the researcher has only used data from valid sources. Proper transparency and
honesty has been maintained. Aims and objectives of the research study has not been
exaggerated and focuses on attaining the goals of the company in an appropriate and systematic
manner (Mackey & Gass,(2015)). The researcher will maintain high level of objectivity at the
time of discussion in order to reach the conclusion. The researcher has adhered to various
government regulation and data protection act in order to ensure that the data collected is true
and does not contain any misleading information.
Research limitation: This helps in outlining the various limitations faced by the
researcher while carrying out the particular study. Time constraints was one of the major issue
faced by the researcher. But the researcher tends to accomplish all the task within the stipulated
timeline by effectively attaining all the goals and objectives (Kumar, (2019)). Lack of financial
and human resources was also a major issue faced by the researcher. Another major issue faced
by the researcher was associated with the validity problems and systematic errors. The
researcher of the study tends to overcome all these limitations by effectively outlining major
issues and attaining aims and objectives of the particular research study.

CONCLUSION
From the above conducted research it has been summarized that, Globalization is mainly
associated with the transfer of goods and services from one country to another in order to attain
higher operational goals and efficiency of the business. The present study helps in outlining the
influence of globalization and advancement of technology in the manufacturing industry. This
study has critically examined the problems associated with the research study which in turn helps
in gaining wider perspective on the particular subject matter of the research study. This report
has further carried out the research and solved the research problems by choosing qualitative
research methodology. This one of the most effective tool which helps in gathering relevant and
ethical information in order to fulfil the gaps on the current subject matter.

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QUESTION 2
TOPIC: “ To investigate the influence of globalization and advancement of technology in the
manufacturing industry.”
1. INTRODUCTION
Background
Globalization is considered to be the growing interdependence of the culture, population,
economies which in turn helps in transfer of goods and services from one country to another
country. It is very useful in trading of people, information and technology in order to perform
efficiently (Nguyen & Dang, (2018, November)). Globalization helps in making international
trade easier and in turn also helps in international expansion of the company. Advancement of
technology in the organization in turn has effectively boosted every industry. This has led to
large employment opportunity and also results in improved performance and productivity of the
business. Advancement in technology due to globalization results in evolution of faster mode of
transportation and communication across various international boundaries. Globalization mainly
leads to innovation, higher economies of scale, job mobility, expansion of market share,
advancement in technology, increased customer base, access to various geographical boundaries
and high profitability and productivity for the business (Sharifonnasabi, Bardhi & Luedicke,
(2019)). This study tends to highlight on various themes in order to gain wider perspective on the
particular subject matter. This study helps in analysing the impact of globalization on the
company and will also evaluate advancement of technology due to globalization leads to
organization success. Furthermore, this study helps in critically evaluating the factors which
affect the growth of the company due to globalization and also recommend effective ways to
improve productivity of company through globalization and advancement of technology.
Sime Darby is a conglomerate Malaysian company which was founded in the year 2007.
Sime Darby was founded by Daniel Harrison, Alexander Guthrie, Smith Harrison, William
Middleton Sime, Herbert Mitford Darby, Joseph Crosfield and Henry d'Esterre Darby. Sime
Darby corporation is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia. This company mainly deals in
logistics, retail segment, plantation, industrial, healthcare, insurance and motors. Sime Darby
mainly serves Asia Pacific company and has employees of over 100000 across Asia. Sime Darby
has a track record of 45 years and it tends to operate in over 25 countries, in order to deliver
goods and services with utmost integrity, respect and sustainability.

1.2.1 Aim and Objectives
Aim: “To investigate the influence of globalization and advancement of technology in the
manufacturing industry. A study on Sime Darby.”
Research Objectives
 To analyse the impact of globalization on the company.
 To critically evaluate advancement of technology due to globalization leads to
organization success.
 To determine the factors which affect the growth of the company due to globalization.
 To recommend effective ways to improve productivity of company through globalization
and advancement of technology.
1.2.2 Research questions and problems
 What is the impact of globalization on the company?
 How advancement of technology due to globalization leads to organization success?
 What the factors which affect the growth of the company due to globalization?
 What are effective ways to improve productivity of company through globalization and
advancement of technology?
Rationale
This research study is carried out to gain wider perspective on the influence of
globalization and advancement of technology in the manufacturing industry. It will help
researcher in gaining wider view point on the subject matter which in turn helps in broadening
the knowledge and solve various issues and problem s associated with the research. This is a
current issue because globalization is a wide concept and it is very crucial for the researcher to
critically demonstrate all the negative aspects on the subject matter. The main issue of the
research is that globalization is a vast subject matter and there are various factors which in turn
affects the operations of the business. Globalization is a current issue because it ends to bring in
various changes, challenges and risk along the emerging economies. There are several global
current issues such as government corruption, violence, unemployment, climatic changes,
cultural difference, change in government policies, etc. It is very crucial for the researcher to
carry out the study in order to gain wider perspective on the subject matter. Globalization is the
current issue because every country has different macroeconomic factors which in turn influence
the working of the business (An economist explains the pros and cons of globalization, 2019).

The researcher has carried out this study because of the academic interest. This will help in
outlining various aspects of the study by attaining aims and objectives of the study. The
researcher will focus on gaining knowledge on the study by using appropriate research
methodology tool. Analysing each theme systematically helps in clearly outlining the particular
subject matter in an efficient and appropriate manner. The researcher will light on the subject
matter with the use of thematic analysis. This in turn helps in critically analysing each themes
and gaining better perspective on each elements to evaluate the influence of globalization and
advancement of technology in the manufacturing industry.
2. LITERATURE REVIEW
Literature review is considered to be an effective business strategy as it is useful in filling
the gaps on the particular area of study. It helps in gaining viewpoints of various authors on the
particular research topic and attain valid conclusion.
Impact of globalization on the company.
(Hoogvelt, (2018)) sought to determine the fact that, globalization is considered to be the
growing interdependence of the culture, population, economies which in turn helps in transfer of
goods and services from one country to another country. It is very useful in trading of people,
information and technology in order to perform efficiently. Globalization is an effective tool as it
helps company in substantially increasing the cross border transaction. It is very useful in
establishing business in various intergenerational boundaries which in turn leads to higher
operational performance and productivity. Globalization also leads to increased capital flow,
advancement in technology and higher customer base. (Auer, Borio & Filardo, (2017))) argued
that, globalization also impose various negative issues on the business as it tends to bring in
various changes, challenges and risk along the emerging economies. Globalization also leads to
government corruption, violence, unemployment, climatic changes, cultural difference, change in
government policies, etc. (Orbie, (2016)) evaluated that, globalization leads to increased
competition which mainly results in better relation with the national and international boundaries
which leads to long term sustainable growth and efficiency of the business. Globalization leads
to higher international trade and higher benefit to the economy. This also leads to higher standard
of living and higher quality of goods and services. It is very useful in higher employment
opportunities and also leads to development of underdeveloped countries. This also aids to
higher market share opportunities for the business and in turn also results in higher customer

base which eventually leads to higher performance, profitability and productivity for the
company. (Halina, (2017)) agreed on the fact that, Globalization helps business in encouraging
free trade and is useful in improving relations with various countries through effective
communication. It also leads to advancement in the technology and large amount of cash inflow
into the business. (Qaim, (2017)) said that, globalization also leads to quality innovation which
helps in improving the performance and productivity of the business. It also aids to greater
opportunity for the organization by tapping into several countries and gaining higher market
share. It also leads to attraction of various productive employees in order to perform all the
operational activities with utmost accuracy and efficiency.
Evaluating advancement of technology due to globalization leads to organization success.
(Rosenau, (2017)) sought to determine the fact that, advancement of technology in the
organization in turn has effectively boosted every industry. This has led to large employment
opportunity and also results in improved performance and productivity of the business.
Globalization is one of the key factor which helps in enhancing the technological development.
This in turn helps in enhancing international market competition. Advancement in technology
leads to organization success as it will lead to increased productivity and rise in innovation.
Globalization helps in adoption of various international technologies which helps in timely
production of goods and services in a systematic and appropriate manner. (Lawrence & Almas,
(2018)) argued that, advancement in technology due to globalization leads to higher operational
cost for the business. Employees in the organization do not cope up with the improved
technology which also results in lower productivity for the business. Technology tends to
become obsolete over a period which is a costly affair for the business and also hampers the
working because employees need to adapt to such technology. (McCann, (2016)) evaluated that,
advancement in technology due to globalization results in evolution of faster mode of
transportation and communication across various international boundaries. This leads to higher
standard of living and higher employment opportunities. Advancement in technology due to
globalization results in development of economies which helps in global supply chain, effective
communication and improved technology. (Colen & Swinnen, (2016)) agreed on the fact that,
advancement in technology leads to increased international integration and it also helps in
boosting the innovation capacity and growth productivity level of the company. Globalization
leads to expansion of business to the particular business line which in turn leads to higher

sustainable growth and efficiency. Advanced technology helps in maintaining health relationship
with the customers across the globe and also various other companies in international
boundaries. Technological advances helps in improved production and also leads to higher
demand and supply of the particular goods which in turn results in increased performance and
productivity. Effective technology also helps company in delivering high quality goods and
services across various national and international boundaries and in turn leads to higher
organizational success.
Determining factors affecting the growth of the company due to globalization.
As per (Tellez, Ferrone & Granada, (2019)) there are various factor that are affecting the
growth of organisation due to globalisation. It states some of the factors that affects globalisation
which are :
Containerisation
Cost of shipping through oceans have bee reduced because of bulk shipping, containerisation &
other efficiencies. Low unit costing for shipping the product around global economy has brought
has brought prices of products close to the costs of manufacturing countries. This has increased
exports of products from cross countries affecting the local businesses. This is making market
more competitive affecting the growth of companies.
Technological changes
Sustained and rapid technological changes are affecting the organisations. Increased cost of
transmitting information and communication as per the (Choi, Bae & Chu, (2016)) is affecting
organisations. It is affecting the companies that are not bale to adopt for the new and advance
technology. Cost of new machines are high and not purchasing these machines will wipe
companies out of the market. Import and export of software from other countries are affecting
local businesses.
Imposition of high taxes
Globalisation involves high taxes on imports and exports. Countries lay heavy tariffs overt the
companies for exporting their products. Increase in tariffs will increase the costs of products
which makes it difficult for companies to sell product at increased prices. Products may not be
accepted by countries if they are getting similar product at cheaper rates. Companies are facing
issues in expanding their businesses over the global market due to the tariffs rates.
Licensing Restrictions

(Bhatia,(2017)) states that Licensing which is essential for controlling the certain business
activities, on the other hand has affected business. Getting licences is difficult and complex
process and has to carry many legal requirements. Different countries are having licenses over
different products and companies planning to extend their roots in other countries many
problems in getting licenses. Businesses are not able to expand their business due to restrictions
over the production of various products.
Foreign Exchange Restrictions
Another globalisation factor affecting the growth of organisations is foreign exchange
restrictions. Differences in currencies is causing the businesses to expand. Companies have to
keep record of exchange rate as well fluctuation in prices of currency affects the costing of goods
that are manufactured by importing raw material from abroad nations. Exchange rate changes
over night which has to be considered by companies.
Investment Restrictions
Companies face restrictions of investment in other countries. Foreign countries are not allowed
or are restricted from investing in specific sectors or investment. Restrictions affect the growth of
the business. Restriction may be imposed due to restrict entrance of foreign companies but it us
affecting businesses. Due to globalisation companies have to expand their investments over
countries, else other companies will acquire the market share.
Restrictions over foreign products
Nowadays many countries are imposing restriction over the imports of products from other
countries. This restriction is affecting the business as they generate significant part of revenues
by exporting their products to foreign countries as stated by (Gejke, (2018)). Companies may
lose major market share because of these restrictions. Restriction by one company is causing
other countries to ban products this is affecting the businesses globally.
Local Employment
Companies coming from outside are giving better pays to the local people thereby increasing te
market rate of labour. Local businesses face issues in getting labour at cheaper rates. This is
affecting the business to manufacture the products at reasonable rates.
Channelising resources

Big companies are channelising resources by paying high rates than their actual prices. Other
companies are not left with sufficient resources or available at very high rates that increases the
product pricing.
Transportation
It is part of technological changes, but the revolution is overwhelming. Transportation has made
it easy for the businesses to export products from one country to another.
3. THEORETICAL/ CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
Theoretical framework is a structure as it helps in effectively supporting the theory of the
particular research study. It is very useful in describing the theory which will help in explaining
the research problem which in turn leads to higher operational growth and efficiency. Theoretical
framework of the study is mainly associated with the development of hypothesis, descriptive
categories, prediction and strategic decision making. Theoretical framework is very useful in
providing general representation of the relationship between various components related with the
particular research topic (Sarti, (2016)). This framework is mainly related with evaluation of
research problems by finding answers to the research questions. This framework is based on
existing theory which in turn helps in gaining broader perspective on the particular area of study.
This helps in resolving the specific problem of the research by describing the set theory. This
study will be carried out by setting assumptions which in turn leads to long term sustainable
growth and attainment of goals and objectives of the relevant research study. This helps in fitting
various relevant theories and supporting various thesis in order to evaluate the particular research
problem. This framework is guided by relevant existing theory which can be used to resolve
various research problem.
4. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Research methodology is considered to be an effective tool which is very useful in
resolving various research problem and focus on critically evaluating and analysing the
information related to the particular research topic (Bresler & Stake, (2017)). This tool is useful
in giving better justification of the particular research study by gaining reliable and valid
information by exploring the particular subject matter.
Research methods
This tool is very useful in uncovering relevant and new information by effectively
gaining better insight on the subject matter. This tool helps researcher in resolving various

research problem by obtaining accurate results. Research method can be categorized into
quantitative and qualitative research methods (Cuervo‐Cazurra, Mudambi, Pedersen & Piscitello,
(2017)). Qualitative research method is useful for gaining logical insight on the subject matter by
probing questions to the associated with the research study. It is based on personal behaviour,
individual experience, attitude and emotions of the study. Quantitative research method is mainly
associated with the statistical and numerical study in order to uncover relevant patterns and gain
better understanding on the research topic.
The researcher of the study will use qualitative research method which will help
researcher in critically examining the influence of globalization and advancement of technology
in the Sime Darby.
Research philosophy
This tool is associated with the belief according to which the particular information
associated with the research problem analysed in a systematic and appropriate manner. Research
philosophy method can be categorized into interpretivism and positivism approach.
Interpretivism philosophy method helps human in effectively interpreting various elements of the
study (Eriksen, (2018)). This helps in integrating human interest in order to evaluate the
particular environment. Positivism approach is useful because it helps in interpreting various
relationship between various elements of the particular research study. It only takes into
consideration factual facts which are true and helps in determining the patterns for further study.
The researcher of the study will use Interpretivism research philosophy method which is
useful in gaining broader perspective on analysing the impact of globalization on the company.
Research approach
This research methodology is considered to be an organized plan which in turn helps in
setting broad set of assumptions to attain desired goals and objectives. It is very useful in
collection of relevant data and also analyse and interpret the same to meet set objectives of the
research study (Fletcher, (2017)). Research approach method can be categorized into deductive
and inductive approach. Deductive approach is useful in exploring the particular theory,
developing hypothesis, test and projections in order to resolve particular research problem and
meeting conclusions. Inductive approach is mainly associated with prediction and forecasting of
the desired research study in an ethical and reliable way.

The researcher of the study will use inductive research approach method in order to
critically evaluate advancement of technology due to globalization leads to organization success.
Research design
This methodology is very useful in integrating various components of the research topic
in a systematic and logical manner in order to address various research problem. It mainly
consists of the blueprint in order to collect and analyse the particular set of data. Research
design can be categorized into exploratory and descriptive research design. Exploratory design
method is useful in exploring and interpreting the subject matter on the basis on the prescribed
guidelines and rules (Flick, (2015)). Descriptive method is associated with describing, observing
and in- depth analysis of various components and variables of the research study.
The researcher of the study will use descriptive research design method because it helps
in effectively determining the factors which affect the growth of the company due to
globalization.
Sampling
Sampling is an effective process as it helps in determining various aspects of the
research. The sample is selected from large number of population in order to gain wider
perspective on the subject matter. Sampling can be categorized into probabilistic and non-
probabilistic sampling method. Probabilistic sampling method is further classified as stratified,
systematic, cluster, random and multistage sampling method. Random sampling is a probability
sampling method which states that the individuals from the population are selected randomly and
each individual from the population has equal chance of getting selected.
The researcher of the study will use random sampling method as it helps in gaining wider
perspective on critically evaluating advancement of technology due to globalization leads to
organization success.
5. DATA COLLECTION
This is an effective process which helps in collecting useful and relevant information
regarding the particular area of study. This method is useful in answering all the questions
related with the research problem and gain relevant answers to the questions. Data collection can
be categorized into primary and secondary method. Primary data is information which is fresh
and new and has never been collected earlier (Cuervo‐Cazurra, Mudambi, Pedersen & Piscitello,
(2017)). Data can be collected through interviews, questionnaire methods, focus group

interviews, poll and Delphi technique. Secondary data is the information which has been used
earlier and can be further utilized to attain aim and objectives of the research. Data can be
collected through newspaper, journals, articles, books, scholarly papers, etc.
6. SURVEY METHOD
The survey method choose by the researcher is questionnaire. This helps in gaining wider
perspective on the subject matter. This is useful in viewing insight of various respondents. The
researcher of the study will use both primary and secondary which helps in determining the
influence of globalization and advancement of technology in the manufacturing industry and also
recommend effective ways to improve productivity of company through globalization and
advancement of technology.
7. DATA ANALYSIS
This is one of most crucial process which helps in systematically evaluating the data
collected with the helps of various strategic and statistical tool. This is one of the most effective
tool which is useful in evaluating the data collected and it also helps in strategic decision
making. Data analysis can be categorized into thematic analysis and SPSS tool. Thematic
analysis is a useful tool which helps in exploring various themes of the study in order to meet the
aims and objectives of the study. SPSS tool is useful interpreting large number of information
using statistical tool. This tool is useful for interpreting complex information which in turn helps
in gaining useful information.
The researcher of the study will use qualitative research approach where thematic
analysis will be carried out to gain better insight on the particular subject matter of the research.
This tool is very useful in gaining better perspective on the influence of globalization and
advancement of technology in the manufacturing industry.
Ethical consideration
The researcher of the study aids to focus on carrying out study in an ethical and
reasonable manner by citing all the information given by the specific authors. All the information
collected by the researcher are from valid sources with use of proper APA referencing. The
researcher has adhered to data protection act in order protect all the data collected. No
misleading information has been put upon by the researcher (Bresler & Stake, (2017)). The
researcher focuses on sticking to attain aim and objectives and do not exaggerate the particular
set of information. Data collected has been protected from getting hacked. Personal information

of the respondents has been kept confidential. High level of objectivity has been maintained by
the researcher in order to reach the conclusion.
Research limitation
The major limitation faced by the researcher is related with time constraints. This is one
of the major issue faced by the researcher which in turn leads to delay in meeting targets within
stipulated time. Although, the researcher will accomplish all the task within the stipulated
timeline by allotting time to each task. Lack of financial and human resources was also a major
issue faced by the researcher (Fletcher, (2017)).
8. PROJECT SCHEDULE
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9. ESTIMATED COST
Task Mode Task Name Duration Start Finish Predecessors Cost
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Scheduled project initiation 7 days Fri 01-11-19 Mon 11-11-19 $0.00
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Identification of
research topic 2 days Fri 01-11-19 Mon 04-11-19 $0.00
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Formulation of aim
and objectives 3 days Tue 05-11-
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Identification of
research problem 2 days Fri 08-11-19 Mon 11-11-19 2,3 $0.00
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Scheduled Project planning 14 days Tue 12-11-
19 Fri 29-11-19 $600.00
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identification of
current issues of the
project
3 days Tue 12-11-
19 Thu 14-11-19 4 $0.00
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Scheduled literature review 11 days Fri 15-11-19 Fri 29-11-19 4,6 $600.00
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Scheduled Project execution 24 days Fri 15-11-19 Wed 18-12-19 $500.00
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theoretical
framework 3 days Fri 15-11-19 Tue 19-11-19 6 $0.00
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carrying out
research
methodology
10 days Mon 02-12-
19 Fri 13-12-19 3,7 $500.00

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Selection of
appropriate
research tool
3 days Mon 16-12-
19 Wed 18-12-19 7,10 $0.00
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Scheduled final closure 3 days Thu 19-12-
19 Mon 23-12-19 $0.00
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conclusion and
recommendation 2 days Thu 19-12-
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submission of
project 1 day Mon 23-12-
19 Mon 23-12-19 13 $0.00

CONCLUSION
This study concludes that, Globalization is useful in trading of people, information and
technology in order to perform efficiently. This study tends to evaluate the influence of
globalization and advancement of technology in the manufacturing industry. Advancement in
technology leads to organization success as it will lead to increased productivity and rise in
innovation. Furthermore, this study carry out research methodology using appropriate tool in
order to gain valid information.

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