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Introduction Netflix is a U.S.-based corporation that provides customers with access to licensed video content through video rentals and online streaming. Having been founded in 1997 to take advantage of the improvements in the availability of Internet services, it has consistently introduced innovative approaches to the industry. As a result, it was able to become a market leader, but some issues accompanied its rise. Competing services were able to take advantage of these weaknesses and become viable alternatives to Netflix’s services. This case study will analyze Netflix’s past and current situation and provide suggestions for future actions and choices. It will also provide a scenario where the same variety of analyses can be applied in the author’s life to a familiar company or the family business. Netflix Strategy Netflix relies on shows from content producers as well as its originals to attract and retain customers. In the VRIO model, both resources are valuable due to their ability to attract large audiences and interest them in other shows. They are rare because it is challenging and expensive to obtain the rights to a show (Rothaermel, 2016). They are costly to imitate because the famous actors involved tend to favor offers from existing large companies. Lastly, Netflix has been able to organize itself to take advantage of the resource. The development of original shows works well with this approach because competitors cannot obtain rights to these shows without negotiating with Netflix. However, the company’s fast growth may be outpacing the capabilities of the Internet, and some people cannot use its services to their full capacity. Netflix and Innovation Strengths                                                                                                 Weaknesses                                                                                                             Large library of shows                                                                                    Does not deliver its services directly                                                                                 Convenience for viewers                                                                                   Challenging to retain customers (Talbot, 2018)                                                                         Opportunities
Abstract Many present organizations have adopted ERP systems due to the need for these organizations to remain relevant in the market and compete globally. This paper explores the significance of ERPS systems in organizations, problems that may be encountered due to lack of these systems, how ERP systems address these problems as well as benefits associated with ERP systems. Most Companies have adopted ERP systems due to the need to correct deficiencies such as inventory management, which can only be addressed efficiently by ERP systems. Other organizational areas that can be addressed by ERP systems include inventory control, data management, reporting and provision of real time information. Benefits associated with ERP systems derive from addressing these organizational areas. The paper also includes two case studies, which aim at demonstrating some problems that companies face due to lack of ERP systems, and how these systems can address these issues for overall success of organizations. Enterprise Resource Planning Systems Despite the high costs and technical complexity involved with integrating Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, businesses of all classes are opting to adopt their use. ERPS systems are strong software packages which allow companies to integrate a range of different functions (Leary 2000). Particularly, ERP systems have the capacity to offer an organization with a broad range of e-commerce processes such as tracing, web-based ordering and inventory management. Importance of Integration to Companies Integration of ERP systems is significant in various ways. Vaman (2007) reveals that ERP systems act as the backbone of a company’s needs for information and provides unrivaled enhancements in business activities as well as an excellent chance for standardization and linkages. Besides, use of ERP systems enables an organization to share information both externally and internally in a timely manner, synchronize demand and supply and enable managers to comprehend different features of their businesses (Vaman 2007). Also, Davenport (1998) reveals that ERP systems contain structures that aid in resolving the issue of data fragmentation, which is prevalent in large business groups. He adds that ERP systems integrate all data flowing inside a business. In brief, significance of ERP systems can be categorized into four. First, ERP systems enable companies to computerize and integrate key aspects of their business activities. Second, ERP systems enhance distribution of common information, practices and processes across the whole organization. Third, ERP systems support business planning and reporting together with analyzing real time data. Fourth, ERP system
Introduction In common life scenarios, the majority of individuals consider exercise as a practice that is only beneficial to the body’s well-being. Although this may be right, it is important for all individuals to note that exercise is also beneficial to the proper functioning of the brain because it primarily aids brain processes aimed at eliminating dangerous stress substances. Also, exercise can also aid individual conceptualization of knowledge in that; it helps to improve problem-solving and scheduling abilities by eliminating attention deficits in the brain. For the brain to achieve this, it is important to note that, the brain has to have some organs that aid the exercising activity; hence acting as intrinsic motivators. On the other hand, it is also important to note that many other physiological and external factors that influence the functioning of the brain as concerns exercise. These factors include the surrounding environment and heredity. The Brain and Exercise The brain’s working depends on the coordination of its structures, because through cooperation, there is a correct exchange of appropriate data, hence enabling correct passing of required feedbacks and responses. The body’s neurons play the role of passing information to and from the brain to other body parts, something it achieves via electrical impulses. The entire Body’s system comprises of many neurons that function differently depending on the roles they are supposed to perform; either transmit impulses to the brain or feedbacks to body parts; hence, eliciting correct reactions depending on the prevailing situation. In this regard, it is important to note that, the body has three main sets of neurons, namely: the sensory, interneuron, and motor neurons. Generally, these three sets of neurons coordinate to ensure required information reaches the brain, where it is processed; hence, sending required feedbacks to the body on the kind of reaction it should produce. Sensory neurons are main receivers of information from the skin’s surface, whereby they pass such information to the brain (where processing takes place); interneurons act as a connecting mechanism between the sensory and motor neurons, whereas motor neurons complete the process by passing recommended actions to the connective tissues or glands. Working of neurons depends on the nature of communication between the dendrites and other neuron parts, whereby the dendrites receive information inform of electrical impulses, transfers it to the axon; a process that ensures impulses reach their right destinations. Hence, considering this it is not wrong for one to argue that, neurons play the overall role of ensuring the body works appropriately. For neurons to pass on their information correctly, neurotransmitters have to aid them, because the passing of information is in the form of electrical impulses. Completion of the information transfer by neurotransmitters leads to a reverse process, whereby the neurons that produced such neurotransmitters takes them back (Decker, 2005, pp. 93-95). The body has many neurotransmitters that aid in the pr
Political issues An examination of current political orientations involving child custody within countries such as the U.S., the U.K. and various parts of Europe show that there is a distinct orientation towards child custody proceeding where the mother is the predominant choice despite evidence showing that she does not have the financial capacity or sufficient career fundamentals (i.e., having a job for an extended period of time). What must be understood is that while the law states that there is no bias in cases involving parental custody, this is far from the truth wherein various court cases throughout the years have clearly shown a distinct bias towards the mother having custody of a child. The book Mothers on trial the Battle for Children and Custody (2011) attempts to explain this by stating that due to their “function” in the human reproductive cycle, mothers are immediately associated by judges and juries alike as being the best candidate to raise a child as compared to a man (Mothers on trial the Battle for Children and Custody, 2011). While studies such as those by Turney, Schnittker & Wildeman (2012) confirm that mothers are an essential aspect in helping to develop a child’s intellectual and emotional capacity, the fact remains that most justice systems, as well as political bodies, do not take into consideration a mother’s position as a child raiser if she has committed a crime (Turney, Schnittker & Wildeman, 2012). The focus is on the crime itself with no consideration for the potential psychological impact the separation between mother and child would cause. Children of mothers who have been incarcerated with no living relatives willing to take them are often fast-tracked into the foster care system which Turney, Schnittker & Wildeman (2012) describes as resulting in dysfunctional children who have a greater predilection towards adverse social behavior and rebellion. The psychological theory of personality development specifically states that an individual is born neither good nor deranged but rather is a product of his/her upbringing wherein observed behaviors and actions of parents, adults, etc. are emulated which results in the development of distinct individual personality traits. One prime example of negative effects of current legislation surrounding the incarceration of mothers can be seen in the case of Charles Manson, noted psychopath. It can be seen in an A&E documentary on the life of Charles Manson that his deranged mental state was brought about from abandonment issues early on in his life due to his mother’s incarceration, his placement in foster care as well as his adolescent to teen years having revolved around being confined to juvenile detention facilities and even jails (Youtube, 2008). As stated in the documentary, Manson spent half of his entire adult life in jail and was even purported to have said that he preferred his life in prison and did not wa
Physiotherapy within Overall Health Services Structure The central place of physiotherapy in the domestic health services structure is evident from the specialisations available, the interdisciplinary teams coordinated with, the varied departments they join in tertiary health care institutions, the avenues open for individual practice, and the range of therapies that may be administered. As well, physiotherapy practitioners must be registrants, as is true in every other medical field. Like other specialties, physiotherapists may opt to open up an individual practice, an option that owes much to the need to restore neuromuscular capability of patients over the medium- and long term but in community and home settings. Within a hospital, physiotherapists may be alternately engaged to help manage musculoskeletal, respiratory, neurological, even obstetric, and psychiatric patients. Others find themselves in long-term ‘rotations’ in geriatrics, cardiac recovery, intensive care, and paediatrics (Department of Education and Training, Queensland, 2009). Between the extremes of individual and major-institution practice lie a variety of engagements providing therapy to outpatients or residents of nursing homes, special schools, psychiatric clinics, government agencies, community health centres, sports clinics, health and industrial clinics. Like peers in other health professions, physiotherapists pride themselves in taking a holistic approach to the ‘prevention, diagnosis and therapeutic management of disorders of human movement caused by injury or disease and the improvement of a body function to enhance health and wellbeing (Department of Education and Training, Queensland, 2009, p. 1). In the popular imagination, the special participation of physiotherapists is limited to treatments aiming to restore mobility to the patient. Hence, one readily visualizes a physiotherapist administering massage and hydrotherapy, manipulating and mobilizing the spine and peripheral joints so as to stretch and, over time, strengthen affected muscles and joints. And when the patient is able to stand and is willing to make the effort to become mobile again, the public readily comprehends the scenes of therapists coaxing along a patient to get around again with support devices – like walking frames, crutches wheelchairs, and splints – and prosthetics in the case of the severely mutilated. When the injury or weakness is to the upper limbs, the physiotherapist may employ less intrusive exercise equipment such as squeeze balls. Away from the public eye, physiotherapists very often need to initiate a course of treatment by applying heat or ice packs, ultrasound, relaxants and analgesics, and electrotherapy to treat pain, ameliorate swelling and get the patient started on the road to recovery and enhanced range of movement. Like other m
Introduction The unsettling aspect of the experiment was that it seemed to prove the pervasive behaviour of the prison guards and prisoners was due to an aspect of human psychology, deeply embedded in the human nature, rather than an acquired ill reasoning. However, there are arguments as to whether the experiment used the right procedure and parameters to obtain objective results. The guidelines violated The study violated the ethical guidelines of any experiment involving human beings since it did not have any ethical acceptability. The set APA standards require that any experiment, including those investigating psychological issues, be free of any kind of torture. If the guards had stuck to the recommended course of action when handling the prisoners, the experiment could have resulted in outcomes that were more objective. The researchers disregarded the subjects’ welfare, which is against the APA guideline requirements. Moreover, the experiment planners failed to consider the gravity of the events if the anticipated risks turned into a reality. The APA guidelines require the experimenter to structure the experiment in such a way that the risk is not too detrimental to the physical and emotional wellbeing. The leader of the team, doctor Zimbardo, was also the person who conducted the analysis of the course and the results of the experiment. According to the accepted standards in modern research, the leader of the team flawed the experiment by acting as an observer while disturbing the process. This violated another guideline, which advocates for minimum disturbance. Zimbardo’s personal opinion and feelings exposed the experiment to distortion. The experiment’s validity was questionable since before the commencement of the process all actions in the prison were anticipated. The guards had premeditated inflicting torture and curtailing the subjects’ freedom contrary to the APA guidelines on experimentation (Blass 235). There were no admissible criteria of equating the experimental prison’s conditions to those of a real prison. The experimental conditions could have been far much worse than the real conditions of an average prison. Furthermore, some conditions in real prison are necessary while experimental conditions were deliberate efforts to inflict mental stress. The researchers altering the Study Although there was no way to modify the experiment to reflect a real prison in totality, the team could have adopted measures that ensured the experiment stayed within the admissible criteria of practical experimentation. The experiment would have obtained better results if the prisoners and the guards were subjected to the procedure without being guided on how
Introduction Asia has been on the rise in the global economic front due to its large population, integrated manufacturing, and strategic information technology incubation. These factors are significant in supporting and sustaining steady economic growth. This paper supports the assertion that the decline of western hegemony is associated with Asia’s ascendance as the leader of the global economy. The Ascendance of Asia as the Leader of the Global Economy Countries operate around different political regimes with unique policy formulation, implementation, and review that affects the business environment. These policies are aligned by policymakers toward self-interest protection and profit optimization. Since the beginning of the new millennium, Asian economies such as India and China have become economic powerhouses in terms of an aggregate investment portfolio and economic growth. The systematic and consistent rise is attributed to political and economic policies, which also double as a source of tension between the west and the Asian giants (Xing 24). Considering the past and current economic performance of many countries in Asia such as India and China against past and present economic performance of western economies, it is to predict a shift in economic power from the west to Asia as the Asian economies continue to position themselves as the next economic powers. The continued shift of economic power from west to Asia is due to the invaluable role of innovation, quality, competitive productivity, infrastructure, business incubation, and a large ready market. For instance, Asian economies such as India and China have experienced simultaneous takeoff as China assumes the role of a manufacturing giant. At the same time, India takes the role of leading technology and service industries. India has a better banking industry, while China’s competitive market continues to lure more investments. Though China is ahead of India, this trend might change shortly due to its younger workforce (Xing 35). The increasing economic power in the two giants is related to India and China’s ability to complement each other. Besides, consumers are rising in the two countries. Currently, India and China have more than 500 million internet and cellular phone users besides arise in the young professional in the fields of engineering, finance, a
The article “Editorial Response: Minority Nursing Shortage” explains why our world faces a major nursing challenge. The country’s health sector continues to have a major nursing shortage (Ferrell, James, & Holland, 2014). Many healthcare organizations are unable to recruit new nurses and caregivers. The authors also explain why the United States will face a major health challenge in the coming years. According to Ferrell et al. (2014), the required number of registered nurses (RNs) will increase in the future. The authors have used different facts to support their arguments. The shortage identified in this article is real. The shortage “will affect the quality of healthcare provided to every citizen” (Sturgeon, 2008, p. 324). This challenge affects the quality of healthcare in many societies across the globe. I would also support the authors’ argument because they identify the major causes of this healthcare problem. The article explains why there are few medical students in the country (Sturgeon, 2008). The country is also recording a smaller number of physicians and nurses. Many students today do not complete their nursing courses. The article also explains why most of these students decide to choose new careers. The practice has reduced the number of qualified nurses in the country. The authors also explain why a large number of caregivers are quitting their jobs. The above situation explains why our country is facing a major challenge. The practice is also strenuous and demanding. This situation discourages most of these nurses. The current level of “abuse and discrimination discourages many nurses” (Sturgeon, 2008, p. 323). The government should be ready to address this issue. The current data shows why the required number of nurses will increase by 60 percent in the future. The article is agreeable because it explains why society should address this shortage. The state should use different training programs in order to deal with this problem. The above learning programs will attract more nurses. Every healthcare facility should offer better working conditions, increase remunerations, and purchase new equipment (Ferrell et al., 2014). This practice will also support the needs of our nurses. The state should use the best practices in order to address this challenge. A number of “challenges are encountered when trying to address this issue” (Sturgeon, 2008, p. 324). Many nursing students are also not motivated. The article is meaningful because it explains why many people in the country require better healthcare. The current nursing practice does not support the needs of these nurses. The economic situation might also affect the quality of medical care availed to every patie