1. http://www.avon.com

The beauty and other products produced by Avon are available in over 100 different countries around the globe. This organization proudly holds the distinctive title of being "the company for women" due to its vast contributions that are given to various causes supporting women’s health.

Avon states it has been empowering women for more than 114 years. It takes pride in the fact that it strongly supports diversity within the organization and takes its responsibility to consumers and the environment seriously. The company has annual sales revenue that currently exceeds $5 billion.

Utilizing the information found within this Website, prepare a short report that addresses the following questions. What impact does this company’s benefit packages have on its employees? Does this organization offer "family-friendly" policies and benefits? In your estimation, how could Avon control its benefit costs? Describe the nature of this company’s unique work force.

Recommend a different approach to employee benefits that could be utilized by Avon.

2. http://www.intel.com

Intel was founded in 1968. Today, Intel is the world’s largest semiconductor chip maker, supplying advanced technology solutions for the computing and communications industries. As of December 2003, the company employed 79,700 employees worldwide, with approximately 60 percent of them located in the United States. Intel values include: Customer Orientation, Discipline, Quality, Risk Taking, Great Place to Work, and Results Orientation.

Utilizing the information found within this Website, prepare a short report that addresses the following questions. What types of benefits does the company offer to its employees? Provide a detailed listing. What effects do you think these benefits have on the cost and workforce quality? Explain. How best Intel can ensure that its employees understand the value of these benefits? Do you believe all of these benefits are needed from the employees’ viewpoint? Explain.