Management and Operations Report: Apple - Theories and Practices

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of Apple's management and operations, exploring the roles of leaders and managers, and differentiating between them using various theories. It examines the application of management and leadership in different business contexts, focusing on operational functions and key theories. The report highlights situational leadership, strategic business units, and bureaucratic leadership as applied by Apple. It also evaluates the relationship between management and leadership within the organization, assessing factors affecting operational management and decision-making. The study emphasizes the importance of operational management in achieving business objectives, supported by relevant examples from Apple's business practices. The analysis includes the company's overview, and the impact of different management styles and theories on Apple's business success.