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Nowadays, we live in a consumer society. It means that people constantly produce and consume different types of goods, starting with food and ending with some advanced digital devices. That is why, it is quite obvious that demands for these goods also become more complicated. People need to be sure that a product, which they use or consume, is of a good quality and cannot make harm to their health. Under this conditions, such issue as total quality management obtains great importance. Having started its development at the beginning of the 20th century, it has now achieved great results and help people to obtain good products. Thus, there were some people who contributed to the development of TQM greatly and who changed its main sense. Joseph Juran is one of these people. He was born in Romania in 1904 and then his family moved to the USA. It should be said that this event was one of the most important in the life of a philosopher. Having migrated to the USA, the family still had to live in poverty and Joseph realized that it was only for him to change his life. He was one of the best pupils at school and managed to enter Minnesota University. Since that time his life had changed. Having graduated, he managed to become one of two engineers of Inspection Statistical Department. It was the turning point in his career, as he realized that the quality of a good was vital as it was the main factor of its success. Due to this recognition, Juran developed his own idea of quality. According to his teaching, quality is “fitness for use” (“Joseph M. Juran”. para. 5). In other words, it means that a product should work in the way which will not dissatisfy a customer and will lead to the appearance of desire to buy it again. Additionally, having created his quality trilogy, Joseph Juran has contributed to the development of the issue of TQM. It consists of such points as quality planning, quality control and quality improvement. These three issues show the way in which high quality of a product could be achieved. First of all, Juran points the necessity of the development of infrastructure which will be able to guarantee the further improvement of the quality of good. Only under these conditions, some significant results can be achieved. Moreover, he also says that it is not enough to achieve the needed level of quality and stop development of this issue. Only constant improvement of quality and its comparison with the goals of manufacturer can be taken as the guaranty of a stable work of any organization (“Joseph M Juran: Quality Management Thinker” para. 5). It is difficult to overestimate Jurans contribution to the development of TQM. His work Quality Control Handbook is now taken as one of the main sources connected with the issue of quality and every engineer should have it. Moreover, he was the first scientist who managed to take into account the human aspect of quality management which lead to the appearance of total quality management (“Joseph M. Juran”. pa
Introduction Shamanism comes from the Siberian Tungusic language sramaNah , which means religious exercise. Shamanism is a series of conventional thinking and a practice that deals with the way people communicate with the spirit of the world. Shamanism is dynamic worldwide, but shamanism has similarities in their sense of beliefs and practices such as; they believe that the spirits can be either good or evil; the shaman can have power over the benefit of the people. Also, the shamans believe that they are healers and they know how to treat illnesses. In shamanism, they believe that Animals play a significant responsibility; they act as a symbol for their Gods and serves as a prophet (ELIADE, 1950). Shamanism is based on the principle that the evident world is surrounded by invisible forces or spirits that has something to do with the life of the living people. It is said that shamans have the ability to cause human suffering and they also got the power to cure it. They believe that they can maneuver the spirits and converse to them to tell what they want. According to a well-known critic, Shamans have been attributed with the ability to control the weather, divination, the interpretation of dreams, astral protuberance, and traveling to upper and lower worlds (HULTKRANTZ, 1979). The anthropologists view shamanism as an archaic magico-religious happening wherein the shaman is the leader of the elation or as the critic’s term, ecstasy. Mircea Eliade defines shamanism as a way of reaching ecstasy. A Shaman may possess powers over the control of fire, wind, and other elements present in the world. If a shaman specializes in a particular subject, he is determined as a healer. The distinctive attribute of shamanism is its center of attention on a rapturous abstraction state in which the soul of the shaman is said to travel, he may either go to heaven or go underworld. The shaman has spirit helpers, whom he or she talks to and gives messages (ELIADE, 1950). Discussion Shamanism: as a Religion A problem is somehow encountered in the discussion about shamanism viewed as a religion and trying to connect with the spiritual relationships between the personal beliefs of the shamans. Shamanism comes in different kinds of development and got a lot of un
Introduction Numerous schools across the country are investing massive sums of money in technology in order to improve learning. While a few institutions have benefited from these programs, research shows that several have not. Technology use in classes also impedes other programs and reduces learning outcomes. The evidence In certain scenarios, technology use in the classroom is counterproductive. The National Assessment of Educational Progress found that students who spent too much of their time on technological tools, such as computers, performed worse than those who did not. Although school administrators mean well by introducing technologies in their institutions, these tools can cause adverse distractions in the student body. In fact, such distractions should provide enough evidence for school administrators to remove them from their institution. When computers are present in a classroom, it causes teachers to compete with them. Unlike other learning tools (textbooks, whiteboards etc) that are exclusively used for learning purposes, computers have so many non-academic uses. Children are bound to abuse these advantages and thus perform poorly. Some schools provide their students with computer games, tutorials and simulations in order to boost their writing skills. Kulik (34) found that their writing skills got worse after participating in computer enrichment program; their performance decreased by -0.14. Richtel (A1) explains that technology can be detrimental to student’s learning owing to its effect on the financial costs of a school. He explains that many schools are blindly investing in technology without asking for proof that it works. Since technology requires a lot of revenues, these schools have had to cut back on their expenditures in other traditional classes such as physical education, music or art. As much as technological skills are important in children’s adult lives, their need to develop skills in physical education or art is just as important too. It is especially relevant to those children with talents in such areas. Technology use in classrooms is placing unnecessary financial pressure on schools with smaller budgets thus eating up on other vital knowledge areas. Sometimes technology use in classrooms does not affect children’s performance either negatively or positively. One should note that neutral effects on learning are just as bad as negative effects because schools are not realizing their returns on investment. It is pointless to spend massive amounts of revenue on a tool that causes no improvement. Kulik (13) investigated the effect on instructional technology in secondary and elementary schools and found no significant changes. His analysis was based on secondary literature from over 15 national studies. The author found that reading scores among children who received their instructions through technology improved by very small quantities. Furthermore, because the results were
Mission and Vision The stated mission of NMC Healthcare is “to provide advanced healthcare services to people from all sections of society.” As part of its commitment to this goal, NMC seeks to uphold ethical medical practice and prevent malpractice to ensure the high quality of service provided to all customers. Moreover, the company is concerned with providing personalised care and maintaining a service environment characterised by compassion, care and friendliness. This means that accessibility, ethics, quality, and patient-centred care are the four primary qualities integral to NMC’s mission. The company’s vision represents the primary goal that NMC seeks to achieve, which is “to be the trusted healthcare provider across the globe, driven by excellence in innovation, quality, teamwork, advanced technologies, patient safety and customised care offerings”. To act in compliance with its vision, NMC needs to tailor its strategy to the customers’ needs and the organisation’s needs. The company has already made some steps to fulfil its mission and vision as part of its strategic activities. For example, NMC Healthcare has made significant progress in expanding globally by opening new chains of clinics in many locations in Europe, the Middle East and South America. In most cases, geographic expansion was made possible through specialised services, such as maternity, fertility, and long-term care. Marketing Mix Strategy Product NMC provides acute, primary, and long-term care services, which are its primary products. In line with the company’s strategy, the range of services provided is wide in most geographical areas of its operation. The wide variety of specialities and services available is part of NMC’s value proposition to its customers. However, in some locations, services are restricted to certain specialities, such as fertility treatment and long-term care. These locations include the United Kingdom and Latin America, which were targeted as part of NMC’s global expansion efforts. Price Because the accessibility of healthcare services is a significant component of the organisation’s mission, affordable prices are crucial to NMC’s marketing mix. This helps to attract individual clients, thus raising the popularity of NMC’s services among local residents. Moreover, NMC’s clinics and hospitals have become popular among international medical tourists due to their high quality-price ratio. The competitive price structure is also favourable for corporate partnerships with insurers, which are among NMC’s key lines of business. Place NMC was founded in Abu Dhabi, which remains the location of its headquarters to this day. Soon after the company proved to be profitable, other branches in Abu Dhabi and the UAE were opened. In line with global expansion efforts, NMC also targeted other Gulf countries, including Oman and Saudi Arabia, and Europe and Latin America. The company has branches in various locations, including Spain, Slovakia, the United Kingdom, Brazil, Nigeria and some other countries. The wide geographical reach of NMC’s services enables the company
Dubai is a land steeped in history, traditions and starling beauty; it is located at the coast of the Arabian Peninsula. It is a small nation and a home to some of the most unbelievable wonders in the world. Dubai is among the fastest growing cities in the world; it is well known to travelers worldwide and it is the most popular travel destination. Dubai has about 1.2 million people and out of this population, 13% are locals while the rest comes from other parts of the world. The most spoken language in this city is Arabic however Hindi, Urdu and English are also popular languages. One of the reasons as to why Dubai has become a popular travelers’ destination is due to the presence of some of fine hotels found in this city. These hotels are among the finest hotels in the world and tourists enjoy residing in them when they are visiting Dubai. This reputation is sent back to all corners of the world giving this city popularity of its own kind. Burj Al Arab is a landmark in Dubai; it is 321 meters high hotel and constructed in shape of a sailing ship which makes every one marvel at its beauty. It is a seven star hotel; the only of its kind in the world. The rooms in this hotel are well-decorated and also well-equipped with modern facilities. Dubai city is well known for housing some the best restaurants in the world; these restaurants include Al Mahara and Muntaha. Al Mahara is among the ten best restaurants in the whole world, it offers delicious sea food hence becoming one of the tourists’ most popular attractions in the city. The city is a top tourist destination for all people from all over the world; the Dubai government has done a lot in construction of a plethora of tourist attractions in the city. It is a wonderful place for tourists due to the recreation hot spots, resorts and luxurious hotels available. Dubai has two strong pillars of its economy: tourism and Dubai real estate. The entertainment sports available in Dubai city include zoos, parks, museums, beaches, deserts, libraries, hotels and shopping malls. The tallest building in the world, Burj Khalifa, is found in Dubai and it attracts millions of tourists each year; it is about 828 meters high tower. This building is at the centre of the city and it is the world’s finest shopping, dinning and entertainment center to the world’s elite. There is a fountain system just outside Burj Khalifa illuminated by almost 6600 lights and it has a capacity of shooting water up to 150m up in the air. Dubai is a home to most fantastic jewelry in the world; most of those people who deal with diamond have relocated to this area. In this city, there is also gold that attracts many tourist as these metals are valued and treasured throughout the world. Dubai mall is a huge shopping mall and is part of Barj Khalifa, it provide some entertainment facilities such as Dubai Aquarium and underwater zoo where people can view water animals besides shopping. Dubai has two championship golf courses: the Dubai Creek Golf and the Yacht Club, and the emirates Golf Club both offering extraordinary g
Introduction Ethical standards guide individual actions and ensure professionalism in their conduct. Every profession has its own codes of conduct to guide workers. However, not every situation has a prescribed action. The ethical decision model helps in making the appropriate decision in a complex scenario. The following discussion uses an ethical decision model to solve an ethical situation in social work. Ethical problem identification The first step in solving this case is identifying an ethical problem. The ethical consideration, in this case, is to either report the patient to the authority to prevent him from being discharged from probation or not to report him. Considering that he is dating my friend and he threatens to report that I was also drinking, it may be difficult to report him. If he is released from probation without full recovery, he will continue to use drugs. He may also attack my friend, who he is dating. If I report him, my friend may hate me for my action, and I may end up losing her (Carper and John 102). In addition, reporting that I saw him drunk may be challenged since I was drinking. Potential Issues Involved A social worker should identify potential issues in the case (Reamer 27). The main issues, in this case, are the changes in the client’s behavior, my report that will be used to determine probation discharge, his threats that I was drunk when I saw him, and the fact that he is dating my friend. Relevant Laws and Ethical Guidelines As a counselor for drug and abuse individuals, I am obligated to make a factual report on the progress of the client, any challenges faced in the treatment process, and if he should be released from probation. The law requires that a drug addict should only be discharged from probation if he has fully recovered, and he is no longer a threat to the society around him or her (Cohen 97). Obtaining Help The next step in the ethical decision model is seeking help from friends and supervisors for the appropriate action. I will seek assistance in the form of advice from their experiences when handling such matters in their social work practice (Reamer 89). Possible Course of Action There are several possible courses of action in this scenario; they include: report him to the probation officer, inform my friend on the person’s behavior, or fail to report the incident and make a good report (Bowles 76). Consequences of Possible Course of Action If I fail to report him, I will have violated my professional code of conduct, which can lead to the suspension of my license (Gray and Stephen 29). If I report him, he may challenge my decision, claiming that I was also drunk. In addition, I may lose my friend after she discovers I failed to make a good report for his release. Decision In this scenario, I would choose to report the client to the probation officer and
Introduction There is nothing illegal about interracial marriages in the United Arab Emirates. However, a number of issues are connected to such couples. The United Arab Emirates is a unique country that holds its traditions in high value. This may make the adjustment period for the couple longer and even cause conflict. Such marriages often consist of Emirati men marrying foreign women. This leaves Emirati women with a lesser pool of potential husbands. Some people are also concerned about the country’s identity. Marrying foreign women may increase nationalist tension in the UAE. This paper will show that these issues exist, but they may be solved. Problems Mixed marriages in the United Arab Emirates have been on the rise since 2012. In the majority of cases, they involved an Emirati man marrying a foreign woman. The exact percentage of these marriages is unknown. However, they may be anywhere from 12 to 30 percent of marriages in the country. These statistics began to concern the government of the United Arab Emirates. The large percentage of interracial marriages gave additional attention to this situation and made it a real issue. One of the main problems is the population ratio of the country. Emirati women become less able to find partners and create families because Emirati men are becoming more involved with foreign wives. The population ratio has already reached very uneven numbers in some emirates, and it may lead to other problems (Al Kuttab, 2016). One such problem includes difficulties in the adjustment period for interracial couples. The United Arab Emirates has its own rules and regulations that may be unfamiliar to a foreign person. It would take time to adjust to a new way of life, and this process may be difficult for a new couple. Marriage is a complex situation. It requires adjustment from both husband and wife, even when they are both Emirati. An additional level of difficulty can lead to conflict in the family (Khamis, 2017). Moreover, the extended family of the couple may become upset if the period of adjustment becomes too long. Despite any problems interracial marriage may cause, divorce is never preferred. Unfortunately, if the partners do not adjust to the new living situation, it may lead to it. The most dangerous issue that interracial marriages may bring is the increase in nationalism inside the United Arab Emirates. Mixed marriages are becoming more common in the country. This leads to increased concerns for both the government and the native population of the UAE. Citizens are increasingly concerned with the identity of the country changing because of mixed marriages. If this concern is left unaddressed, it could develop into xenophobia and nationalism. The people of the United Arab Emirates often hold very traditional beliefs, which are unique to the region. The increased presence of foreign wives in the country can create an appearance that the ident
Information technologies play a key role in modern business, and they also affect the way organizations can manage their operations and the work of employees. As a result, telecommuting is used by leaders as an approach to maximize organizational effectiveness and increase the productivity of workers. However, the problem is in the fact that the focus on telecommuting provides not only benefits for the organization; thus, this practice is also discussed as a challenging one for enhancing human communication within the organization (Harpaz 75). The purpose of this paper is to discuss the problem of using telecommuting in the organization in the context of the approach’s impact on communication and employees’ relations. Problem Description Telecommuting as the use of information technologies to connect supervisors in the main office and distant workers can be considered as an effective business solution because telecommuting contributes to saving operational costs; it increases the employees’ commitment and job satisfaction; and this practice reduces the levels of turnover and absenteeism significantly (Dahlstrom 439; Ye 23). Although telecommuting is discussed as an effective approach in order to organize the work of employees, the problem is in the fact that telecommuting negatively affects the teamwork building in the organization. Furthermore, it negatively influences cooperation, decreases the effectiveness of negotiations, and provides challenges for managers within the company that is associated with organizing the effective collaboration between office workers and distant workers (Gajendran and Harrison 1528). From this point, telecommuting negatively influences human communication that is related to work relations because this strategy reduces the quality of interactions between telecommuters, supervisors, and other employees. It is possible to state that when managers choose to telecommute, they rely on the potential increase in the employees’ productivity and flexibility. However, the use of telecommuting in the organization provides significant challenges for distant workers and managers, and it negatively affects the quality of relations and communication among them (Harpaz 78). If managers do not adequately address the problem of communication between telecommuters, office employees, and supervisors, the overall performance and productivity of the organization will decrease because of the inability to build effective teams, negotiate, cooperate, and achieve the common corporate goal in an efficient manner (Crandall and Gao 32). From this point, it is necessary to improve the approach to using the telecommuting strategy in the organization in order to focus on telecommuting as a way to increase competitive advantage and improve the employees’ communication with the focus on advanced information technologies. Data to Support the Existence of the Problem The problem of impaired communication in the organization caused by the use of telecommuting is typical for many compan