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Shopping Report Trend Message Sportmax focuses on simple, classic silhouettes. However, most of the styles have special details, such as ruffles, buttons, or pleats. The simplicity of form in some styles is complemented by a variety of colors and prints, which allows for a greater variety of designs in store. The brand also uses different textures in its collection, such as crepe or jacquard. The majority of the styles are made from a mix of natural materials and synthetics, and are thus functional and comfortable to wear; there are many styles available in mixed cotton, viscose, and silk. In terms of prints, Sportmax offers classic patterned prints, such as floral and stripe, as well as large and eye-catching creative prints, which reflect the latest fashion trends of 2017. For instance, some dresses are offered in New Mexico-themed prints, such as cactus or cow print. There are many items in bright colors, such as fuchsia, red, and blue. The brand operates in the sportswear and daily wear bridge market, which means that its clothes have to be functional and suitable for casual wear. This somewhat limits the number of runway trends that could be translated into the target market. For instance, big, vintage-inspired fur coats that were among the major trends on the Fall 2017 runways (Carreon) would not suit the brand’s overall message. Nevertheless, there are still some trends that could be translated into the target market. For instance, the Western front trend involves cowboy-inspired designs and prints (Carreon). Cowhide prints and leather could be used in the sportswear and daily wear bridge market. Denim is another trend that persisted on the Fall 2017 runways, according to Pieri. Denim is a comfortable and functional material that is perfectly suited for casual designs due to its high durability and low maintenance, which means that head to toe denim looks are likely to be offered in the target market and Sportmax future collections. Finally, folk prints and styles were among the key trends of F/W 2017/2018 fashion shows, appearing on the runways of Alexander McQueen, Gucci, and Maison Margiela (Trochu). Whereas the all-over mixed and patched print designs may not be appropriate for daily wear, natural materials and colorful folk prints should appear in Sportmax collections. As for the future trends, there are many predictions that could be translated into the target market. First of all, WGSN offers a useful overview of the forecasted trends for Spring/Summer 2018 collections. According to the forecast, one of the most influential trends of the next season is Kinship, which focuses on cultural sharing and unified communities (WGSN Insider). We have already seen oriental and folk prints on the runways, as well as in the F/W 2017/2018 sportswear brand collections. The Kinship trend will likely expand the exploration of other cultures from the mere use of prints to trying out new forms and textures. In fact, the Kinship trend offered by WGSN is tightly connected to the Sportswear 2018/2019 fabric trends, as defined by ISPO. The ISPO trend forecast explains that the future seasons will mark a union of human-made and natu
Article Overview This article is focused on reviewing various academic studies regarding the efficacy of various techniques of presenting cash flows. In this review, the authors establish that the various study findings evaluated have pointed out that the direct approach (DM) in cash flow information as being significant in cash flows. In addition, the study findings reveal that direct method information could be reflected in the stock prices, pointing out that users have a preference for employing such information when availed. However, the authors fail to relate how and why this information penetrates through the stock prices. Finally, the authors also note that there is economic viability in the use of direct information and that there are many benefits that are derived from direct method information which overrides the exceeding costs. According to the authors, this review is significant to various stakeholders including policymakers who will design strategies that incorporate direct method presentation of cash flows, and researchers who are concerned on the issue of cash flow reporting. Purpose of the review This article aims to find out through a literature review, the benefits associated with direct cash flow reporting. The author’s interest in undertaking this research was triggered by the policy requirement of the International Accounting Board (IASB), and the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB), which require direct cash flows to be presented in a format, which is direct. This translates that business firms are required to report gross outflows and inflows that emanate from their major operations in a specific period. Study Objectives This article is aimed at addressing the following objectives  1. To establish whether DM has a significant benefit in the presentation of IM information  2. To find out whether users of financial statements employ DM components in the event of disclosure  3. To establish the estimation accuracy of DM components concerning the disclosed direct method components  4. To find out whether it is easier to use DM formats than IM  5. Available evidence regarding benefits associated with DM SCF Findings Findings from the reviews carried out by the authors reveal a high level of evidence suggesting that DM SCF contains many benefits when compared with IM SCF alongside another financially-related statement of information. According to the authors, the findings suggest that the information could be utilized in improving predictions for operating performances in the future through measurements of earnings and Cash from Operations (CFO). The study findings further suggest that DM components have the potential of improving the significance of specific information when compared to similar items. In essence, most of the studies analyzed in this article have supported the assumption that the information in DM SCF whether derived from financial estimates or reported by entities has significant usefulness beyond those provided by IM SCF. This is ev
Executive Summary The report was focused on evaluating Woolworths’ Homebrand from the product and promotional mixes. The marketing mix framework used in the analysis concentrated on the current strategies within the Homebrand aimed at sustaining promotion and product variables in marketing. In terms of product, the assessment covered packaging, product line, and product mix. The results indicated that the production line for Homebrand consists of many products and sub-products generated from a single brand. These products are created to serve different customer needs and tastes. On the other hand, in terms of the promotion mix, Homebrand’s advertisement strategies have been effective in improving the visibility of different sub-brands. The supermarket has an annual allocation for Homebrand advertisement purposes. However, the kitchen equipment sub-brand is currently neglected in the advertisement campaigns. Therefore, the report recommends a paradigm shift in the advertisement strategies from general to focused messages for different sub-brands of the Homebrand. Introduction The concept of marketing is dynamic and multifaceted in the application. Over the years, the concept has experienced a paradigm shift in the application as the business environment conforms to different market changes. According to Palmer (2009), marketing is the process of organizing and executing ideas about a product that makes it appealing in the market. These ideas are organized around pricing, promotion, distribution, and conce
Review Melvin Udall is a prolific author, who lives in seclusion from other people in the neighborhood. He dislikes women openly, he is homophobic and an anti-semantic racist. He resides in his Greenwich Village apartment from where we also learn of his intense dislike for dogs and poor relations with neighbors (Brooks, 1997). The movie begins with an illustration of the hatred. One can see the character throwing out the neighbor’s dog down the garbage chute. After that, he gets to his usual restaurant where he is served the meal in his own plastic-ware by his constant waitress called Carol. He uses insulting language on all those around him; he disregards people until a sequence of events begins to alter his life. An incident in which robbers assault his gay neighbor, Simon, forces him to take care of Simon’s dog, while the hospitalization of Carol’s child evokes his affection for her. At a particular point, he offers money for the medication of Carol’s son in return for her usual service at the restaurant that leads to the fact that the two arrange a date. Melvin is challenged thinking of the attire to wear; at the appointment; however, he relieves his frustrations by insulting Carol’s attire. She gets angry and wants a genuine compliment from him. Melvin takes advantage of his medication for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and says that such behavior is his way of trying to be a better man in order to be with her. Carol’s response is marked with affection and admiration for Melvin. Melvin has the tendency to avoid meetings with neighbors on the street and to get into contact with people, in general. He ensures he always wears gloves at any time to keep off germs. Moreover, he has to clean door handles before using them; he has the same meal served at the same table in the same restaurant and by the same waitress. Due to such an abnormal behavior, his psychotherapist diagnosed him with OCD. Diagnosis In accordance with the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual for Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR), individuals diagnosed with OCD experience either intermittent obsessions or persistent compulsions (Dziegielewski, 2010). Alternatively, one could suffer from both. These obsessions or compulsions result in a patient’s experiencing considerable misery in his/her social ties at the workplace and in public. In Melvin’s case, the OCD does not affect his writing career as he is said to have written a staggering sixty-two romance novels while being in his hard condition. His condition affects his relationship with the people around him, hurling insults at them. Obsessions and Compulsions In psychology, obsessions are perceived as unwarranted and improper recurrent thoughts and imaginations that arouse feelings of anxiety and discomfort in a person. Efforts to call them off are countered by their unrelenting, domineering and disturbing presence. Such experiences are parallel to ordinary worries related to real-life issues. They are not triggered by such problems as financial pressure. Rather,
Introduction It is imperative to mention that the role of globalization is an interesting topic that has been actively discussed by scholars. Moreover, the importance of such global forces as the G-20 should not be overlooked because it has an enormous impact on the economy of the world most of the time. It can be described as an international forum that consists of twenty most powerful economies of the world and its members frequently participate in discussions and summits to address issues that are present. Discussion It is important to note that it consists of original G8 countries such as the United States, Canada, Germany, Italy, France, Russia, Japan, and the United Kingdom. Additionally, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Brazil, China, Argentina, India, the Republic of Korea, Australia, South Africa, Mexico, and Turkey are also official members. The primary objective of this international forum is to address issues related to policies and to promote financial stability all over the globe. Another aspect that needs to be discussed is that it did not intend to become a global organization similar to the UN and has other goals. Open trade is also frequently promoted because it is viewed as an approach that would be incredibly beneficial for most countries. The focus on climate change was also critical, but the priorities of the group have changed over the years, and many think that this approach is questionable (Kim and Suh-Yong 361). Also, it is paramount to mention that the European Union is also considered a part of the group. It is necessary to understand that these countries produce close to 88 percent of the world’s GDP (Hajnal 19). Moreover, this aspect should not be overlooked because it indicates that the influence of the forum on the economy of the world is tremendous. Also, it is imperative to mention that it has attempted to address some of the most significant issues such as global economic crises and others. Also, it is necessary to note that the G-20 participates in a broad range of activities. For instance, numerous issues are discussed during summits and members are looking for ways in which they may be resolved. Policies that are suggested are also vital most of the time and quite impactful. Also, it is imperative to understand that different topics are being discussed every single year, but the focus is on economic growth and financial stability most of the time. Interactions with smaller organizations also should be mentioned. For instance, the 3G, which consists of thirty smaller countries, has been present at the G20 summits (Cooper and Momani 213). Moreover, such aspects as transparency are promoted because these factors have been viewed as especially problematic in the past. Also, another issue that is worth mentioning is that many believe that the current level of interaction with the UN is not acceptable and needs to be addressed (Postel-Vinay 64). It is also interesting that many believed that the G-20 is going to become a replacement on the G-8. However, it i
This paper is aimed at reviewing the novel Lyrics Abbey written by Leila Aboulela. This book was published in 2011. To a great extent, the work reflects significant social and political changes within the Arab world. The author focuses on the life of a well-to-do Sudanese family and the way in which these people are affected by the political transformation of the society. Moreover, Leila Aboulela explores the internal conflict within the family, in particular, the opposition between the older and younger wives of Mahmoud Abuzeid. Overall, this novel centers on the idea of change and tradition. It shows how individual can adjust to new norms, rules and conditions while remaining faithful to one’s culture and tradition. This is the main thesis that this review will elaborate and illustrate. From the very start, Leila Aboulela gives the readers some insights into the structure of a Sudanese family. By looking at the family tree presented at the very beginning, one can clearly see that the Abuzeid is a patriarchic family which is headed by Mahmous Abuzeid (Aboulela 2011, p. 1). However, the readers can also see that this family is not entirely secluded from the outside world. For instance, at the beginning, Mahmud talks about the Korean War and its impact on cotton prices (Aboulela, 2011, p. 2). This example shows that the members of this family may be devoted to the local community, but they are also aware about the outside forces that can influence them. Thus, Leila Aboulela demonstrates in a very subtle way that the family is not oblivious of changes. However, the main issue is that they do not try to understand the causes of the political upheaval in the Sudanese society and their consequences. It should be noted that the action on the eve of Sudanese independence from Great Britain and Egypt (Levy & Latif, 2007, p. 27). This independence could lead to the changes in political leadership, economy, and probably the status of the Abuzeid family. At that time, many people accepted colonial rule of Great Britain (Sidahmed, 1996, 11). The Abuzeid family also did not oppose to this rule. The characters do not reflect very much about the causes of rebellion against the colonial government, for example, absence of political rights, lack of educational opportunities, and extreme poverty (Daly, 2003, p. 398). These issues are not discussed by the members of the Abuzeid family. Furthermore, Nur’s tutor, who is imprisoned by the police on false accusation, does not mention the students and political activist who were arrested by the state. In fact, they are described as “archetypal villains” (Aboulela, 2011, p. 50). These were the people who suffered from political oppression (Ruay, 1994, p. 32). Thus, the author enables us to look at the political struggles in Sudan through the eyes of people who did not support the struggles against colonial rule. The readers can know that in 1956 both Egypt and Britain accepted the independence of Sudan, and the fa
Introduction Since the dawn of the civilization, people have been trying to come up with the concept of an ideal city where the citizens live in peace, the authorities strive for the greater good of the dwellers and the judicial system can make even Themis herself shed a tear of delight. One of the earliest and by far the most famous concepts of an ideal city was introduced by Plato. Focused mostly on the economical aspects of a city life, it left out a number of political and social aspects. Ideal City and Economics Speaking of my concept of an ideal city, I will have to admit that economical issues must be the priority of the city mayor. However, since well-developed economic system presupposes that the city in question has an efficient economical infrastructure and fruitful organizations with impressive revenues, one must admit that the political system of the city in question is also rather well thought-out. That said, it is necessary to keep in mind that the choice of the political system is crucial for the development of both state and private entrepreneurship and, which is even more important, the balance between the two. Morals Speaking of the moral values, it seems that these can hardly be defined either by the society, or by the authorities; for this purpose, the citizens will need either the authority of the highest power, i.e., God and His Testaments, or their own idea of what morality is. While it is crucial to provide certain restrictions, e.g., draw the line between bad manners (being rude) and petty crime (being politically incorrect). In its turn, the society is very susceptible to the trends and other influences, which means that its moral values care apt to shaping and changing. That said, it must be admitted that moral values are the concern of each citizen, yet it should not be brought into public discussion. Taxation As for the taxation issue, it is necessary to keep in mind the specifics of the way in which a society works. As a rule, an ordinary citizen knows little to no facts about the city economy and the strategies to develop it, as well as the statistics on the city enterprises income, and other variables that define the economical strategy. On the other hand, a citizen has the right to know where his taxes go. Therefore, it can be offered that the citizens should be provided a detailed account of the taxation and further money distribution, as well as offer suggestions concerning other distribution options and even protest in case of unfair distribution, yet would not need to handle the process of money redistribution. Ideal City and Education Another important element of a city organization, the educational sphere must be represented by both the compulsory education and the optional (professional) one. While it is crucial that all the city dwellers should be educated and know the basic things that will help them survive and be able to work and get paid, it is desirable that the city could also provide other educational opportunities, such as the chance
Introduction Management information system (MIS) is a computer-based system that focuses on “collecting, processing, storing, and transmitting relevant information to support the management operations in an organization”. A MIS is relevant to decision support systems since it provides accurate and timely information that enable managers to solve the problems facing their organizations. Ackdff (1967) argues that management information systems often fail because of information overload and managers’ inability to understand how they work. This paper disagrees with this argument. Information Overload According to Ackdff (1967), designers of MIS usually assume that providing more information to managers improves their ability to make the right decision. However, the resulting information overload often reduces managers’ ability to make the right decision. In this regard, Ackdff (1967) believes that an effective MIS must have advanced filtration and condensation capabilities. Indeed, this strategy can help managers to access only the relevant information in order to avoid wasting time in the process of making a decision. However, condensation and filtration does not always improve the effectiveness of the MIS and the outcome of a decision. Organizations often make non-programmed decisions that cannot be made easily using predetermined rules. In this regard, scenario analysis has to be used to arrive at the optimal solution. Adequate intelligence has to be gathered concerning the problem in order to conduct an effective scenario analysis. This means that the MIS must be able to provide more information than is ordinarily required to make non-programmed decisions. Managers who are used to condensed information or data are likely to ignore the details about the operations of their organizations, thereby making suboptimal decisions. Understanding the System Ackdff (1967) argues that managers will not be able to evaluate the performance of a MIS if they do not understand how it works. In this respect, managers are likely to make wrong decisions, especially, if they are unaware of the inaccuracy of the information provided by the system. Thus, managers have to be trained on how to evaluate the system before it is installed. However, experience suggests that managers often fail to evaluate their MIS because of their inability to understand the process being managed by the system rather than how the system works. A manager who understands routine processes such as inventory management will have a clear understanding of the output that must be produced by the MIS. In this case, the manger can easily identify the deficiencies of the MIS if its output deviates from the desired results. In addition, managers will be in a position to recommend effective solutions to the weaknesses of the MIS if they have a good understanding of the process to be managed. On the other hand, training managers on how the MIS works before they understand the process to be managed will not help them to detect the weaknesses of the system. Conclusion