The purpose of this assignment is to begin drafting an internal business proposal that outlines how you will implement the solution to the problem you have identified in your

Throughout this course you will be completing an action research project based on a real organizational problem that you identify. The assignments for each topic build on one another, therefore it is important to complete each one. Content from each assignment will be used to complete the final business proposal in Topic 8.

There are several parts to the business proposal, and each part has been explained and briefly outlined below. The descriptions provided should be used as a guide to assist you with constructing each section of the business proposal. Word count guidelines are provided for each section of the business proposal.

It is important to include specific data throughout the business proposal. Include statistics that support the problem statement; can be used to establish and track goals; relate to specifics of implementation, timing, and cost; and illustrate stakeholder benefits. Keep in mind that the proposal is an internal document that will be read by stakeholders within the organization in which the problem exists. Focus on this audience as you write. Within the Word document, include subsection titles to organize the content according to the categories listed below to provide easy reference points for the reader.

1. Executive Summary (250 words) provides a short summary of the entire proposal so key stakeholders can see an overview of the proposal and understand it without reading the entire document.

2. Purpose Statement (100-250 words) provides clear statement of why the business proposal is being made.

3. Problem Statement (revised as needed from Topic 1 assignment feedback) includes specific data (statistics and numbers) related to how the problem affects the business. This part of the proposal should include the graph/chart/data you collected in Part 1 of the Topic 2 assignment.

4. Data and Research Findings (250-500 words) should include a summary of what you learned from conducting research related to what has already been done to address the organizational problem. This part of the proposal should include the graph/chart/data you collected in Part 2 of the Topic 2 assignment.

5. Proposed Solution (250-500 words) should include a summary of the top three problem solutions you considered to address the problem. In addition to including the graph/chart/data you collected in Part 3 of the Topic 2 assignment, this section should provide a succinct discussion of the pros and cons of implementing each of the top three solutions being considered to address the problem.

6. Stakeholder Analysis and Benefits (500 words, revised as needed from Topic 3 assignment feedback) summarize all data and information related to the key stakeholders affected by the proposed problem solution along with a summary of benefits to be gained by stakeholders if the problem solution is implemented.

7. Change Management Plan (250-500 words) clearly articulates specific methods and strategies to be utilized to manage organizational changes associated with the selected solution implementation.

8. Implementation Methods (250-500 words) summarize specific strategies that will be used to implement the problem solution, including time and costs associated with solution implementation.

9. Evaluating Success (250 words) summarizes specific measures you will use to evaluate the success of the problem solution.

10. Conclusion/Call to Action (100 words) provides specific steps you would like key stakeholders/sponsors to take in the implementation of the proposed solution.

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The stakeholder attitudes towards the identified problem of low morale in the military are varied. Military personnel and their families are the most affected by the problem and have expressed their dissatisfaction with the current state of affairs. In a survey conducted by the Military Family Advisory Network (MFAN), more than 50% of respondents reported that military life negatively impacted their mental health, and 40% of respondents reported a decrease in their overall well-being. The respondents also cited factors such as job-related stress, inadequate support systems, and isolation from family and friends as reasons for their low morale.

Summarize stakeholder attitudes or experiences related to previously implemented problem solutions and support your summary with specific data from your collection tool.

Stakeholders have different attitudes towards previously implemented solutions to the low morale problem. In the same MFAN survey, only 36% of respondents indicated that they were aware of available mental health resources provided by the military, and of those who were aware, only 30% reported using them. This suggests that although the military has implemented some solutions, such as providing mental health resources, they may not be effective in addressing the problem.

Summarize stakeholder ideas for potential solutions and support your summary with specific data from your collection tool.

Stakeholders have proposed various potential solutions to the low morale problem, including increasing mental health resources, improving support systems, and addressing the root causes of job-related stress. In the MFAN survey, respondents cited improving family support programs, increasing access to mental health resources, and increasing mental health staffing as potential solutions. Other stakeholders, such as military leaders and policymakers, have proposed addressing the underlying causes of low morale, like decreasing the number of times service members have to be away from home and making the military community's home life better for everyone.

Who are the stakeholders you will seek to act as sponsors to support you in the implementation of a problem solution? Provide specific reasons why these stakeholders are key to implementing a solution.

Leaders in the military and in government are the kind of stakeholders I would approach in hopes of enlisting their support in implementing a solution to the situation at hand. These stakeholders have a significant influence on the implementation of any solution, as they have the power to allocate resources and set policies that affect the military. Military leaders have direct control over the resources and support available to military personnel, while policymakers can shape legislation and funding to support mental health and well-being initiatives. Moreover, their position of authority and influence within the military community makes them key to garnering support from other stakeholders.

Who are the stakeholders that will likely be directly affected by solving the problem? Provide specific ways these stakeholders could be directly affected by solving the problem.

Low morale is an issue that affects many parties, but military members and their families are likely to be the most directly impacted. If the problem is effectively addressed, it could lead to an improvement in the mental health and overall well-being of military personnel and their families. This, in turn, could lead to higher levels of job satisfaction, lower rates of turnover and absenteeism, and improved performance on the job.

Who are the stakeholders who could pose potential roadblocks to solving the problem? Provide specific reasons why these stakeholders could pose potential roadblocks and what those roadblocks could be.

Stakeholders who could pose potential roadblocks to solving the problem include military bureaucracy and cultural attitudes within the military community. Military bureaucracy can hinder the implementation of solutions by making it difficult to allocate resources and enact policies. Cultural attitudes within the military community, such as a "tough it out" mentality, may prevent military personnel from seeking help for mental health issues, even if resources are available. Additionally, a stigma surrounding mental health issues within the military community could discourage personnel from seeking help or way to address the issue and increase morale. As such, engaging with and gaining the support of military personnel and their families would be crucial in implementing any solutions to address the issue of low morale.