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Introduction In his Keynote Interview, the President of Emirates Airlines, Sir Tim Clark discusses some essential issues that the company faces nowadays and highlights its performance. Overall, Mr. Clark’s seems to provide a fair representation of how Emirates Airlines deals with present-day challenges, such as threats from low-cost carriers, adverse political and legal changes, and so forth. Also, he mainly focuses on the positive aspects of performance. For instance, Mr. Clark states that the enterprise has the necessary capacities to meet customer needs and adapt to industry changes effectively. Considering that it continues to expand its operations and invest in innovation on the regular basis, this statement is rather true. Thus, one may regard Mr. Clark’s discussion of Emirates’ performance as fair and honest. Video Review The company’s performance measurements were not identified explicitly in the video. However, it can be presumed that, as one of the major global airline enterprises, Emirates implements a business excellence model. By this framework, performance is measured based on customer focus, leadership, social responsibility, continual innovation and learning, partnerships, and so forth. Mr. Clark highlights some of these performance measurements, yet he makes the primary accent on innovation and technological advancement. For him, digitalization and the use of modern information technologies are a cornerstone for the overall improvement of the organization, enhanced competitiveness, and better customer satisfaction. Conclusion To sum up the video review, I would like to note that I would not showcase Emirates Airlines’ performance much differently than Mr. Clack does I the interview. He touched upon the most important problems in the industry and explained the internal factors that help the company excel in the global market. However, it could be useful to add some more information about the enterprise’s performance in terms of customer satisfaction and its current efforts in the field of customer service, besides pricing flexibility. By highlighting such performance measurement as customer focus, it would be demonstrated that Emirates does not put financial gains first but acknowledges the importance of customer involvement in the process of performance improvement.
Introduction Nowadays, we have the opportunities to be the active participants of the social problems solving. In the past, people struggled for gaining these opportunities. However, it does not mean that the nature of social issues changed dramatically. Quite the opposite, the nature is, essentially, the same but the methods of their solving and the attitude of public towards them have undergone changes. The aim of this essay is to analyze the newspaper and magazine articles devoted to the problem of social inequality and economic welfare. The Articles Analysis The first article, which I am going to present, is The Future of Fair Labor by Jefferson Cowie. The author gives the overview of the historic process of the labor legislation reforming. Cowie emphasizes the importance of Franklin D. Roosevelt’s legislative act addressed to the employers and workers. The President’s initiative laid the foundation of the modern employment legislation. “It outlawed child labor, guaranteed a minimum wage, established the official length of the workweek at 40 hours, and required overtime pay for anything more” (Cowie n.pag.). However, the author of the article states that the current situation in the field of employment regulation and legislation is rather vulnerable. It seems that the current legislation is too flexible in the sense that it gives to the employers the opportunity to find the loopholes. As a result, the substantial part of employees works the abnormal hours and does not obtain the appropriate remuneration. The author claims that it is the role of the government to ensure the efficiency of the current employment legislation. The second article is The 1 Percent Are Only Half the Problem by Timothy Noah. The economic inequality is the major theme of the article. The author touches upon the problem of social stratification based on the differences in the economic welfare of the American population. Although he indicates to the significant gap between the wealthy individuals, whose weight in the total population accounts for only 1%, and the other part of the population, the weight of which is 99%, he argues that the problem should not be considered only in the context of the average income. Noah claims that the access to education is the crucial factor of the social and economic welfare. The rise of the educated class should be taken into consideration (Noah n.pag.). The problem is twofold: on the one hand, the gap caused by the income inequality narrows, and, on the other hand, the educational gap widens. The Cuts that Keeps Bleeding is the third source, which deserves the special attention. It presents the statistical information on the dynamics in government spending on education. According to the data presented in the article, the funding of the education has been reduced by 28% since 2008 (“The Cuts that Keeps” 11). It is clear that the decrease in financing affects the quality of education. The statistics shows that the number of course offerings has decreased by 15% si
The human body is comprised of an array of organs and organ systems. All these organs need to work optimally to give the body ample functionality. The skin is a part of these organs. Similar to other organs of the human body, the skin’s functionality is liable for impairment by diseases. A case in point is Lupus. It affects the skin and by extension, the entire body. Although most people choose to ignore diseases that affect the skin based on the notion that they do not have much of an effect on the body, it is important to point out that the optimal functionality of the skin is crucial to the overall wellbeing of the body. Therefore, the essay explores the pertinent aspects of discoid lupus erythematosus in a bid to develop a clear understanding of this disease about which little is known in the public domain. Overview of Lupus Lupus is a condition that occurs in people as an inflammatory reaction in the body. In the overall sense, it can affect various parts of the body, such as blood cells, kidneys, bones, and skin. The principle behind the operation of the disease is that it sets the body’s immune system against body organs. It achieves this feat by catalyzing the deployment of the body’s defense mechanism against the target organ. For instance, when it affects the skin, the body’s immune system attacks the skin cells the same way it would attack pathogens that get into the body system. As a result, the target organ is damaged by the body’s immune system. According to Sontheimer (2013), approximately two-thirds of the victims of Lupus end up with a skin disease called cutaneous lupus erythematosus. It manifests in the form of rashes or lesions that appear in sun-exposed areas of the body, such as the face. It is important to note that cutaneous lupus erythematosus can occur in three different forms. These include acute cutaneous Lupus, subacute cutaneous Lupus, and chronic cutaneous Lupus. Chronic cutaneous Lupus is further subcategorized into three different forms, including discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE), tumid Lupus, and lupus panniculitis (Eastham, 2013). Although there are some key features that distinguish these different forms of cutaneous Lupus, this essay focuses entirely on discoid lupus erythematosus. Discoid Lupus Erythematosus This disease causes photosensitive skin eruptions on its victims. Being photosensitive, it can affect sun-exposed body parts such as face, hands, and legs. However, it mostly affects the face and the head. Eastham (2013) notes that discoid lupus erythematosus is manifested by red, scaly, and thick disc-shaped lesions, which mostly appear on the scalp and the face. The disease can occur as a localized infection or a widespread one, that affects several parts of the body simultaneously. Apart from sun-exposed body parts, discoid lupus erythematosus can affect the lips and the inside of the mouth (Sontheimer, 2013). Such infections cause ulcers inside the mouth. The lesions that appear on the body as a result of discoid lupus erythematosus are usually painless and no to not cause itchiness (Eastham, 2013). However, some cases of painful lesions have also been reported (Panjwani, 2009). T
Summary A reasonable accommodation in the recruiting process is a change in the nature of the job or the work context that allows a person with a disability to qualify for the position while still having equal employment opportunities. Accommodations are considered “reasonable” if they do not cause undue hardship or directly threaten the individual ( U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission handbook for administrative judges , 2017). If an individual has “a mental or physical handicap that seriously limits basic life doings,” the Americans with Disabilities Act empowers the individual to request reasonable accommodations. A healthcare provider can give medical proof to support the requirement for reasonable accommodation when the employer is unsure about a disability. Only those with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations, not those suspected of having a disability. An applicant or employee must perform essential work responsibilities for the HIM director to qualify the department receptionist who uses a wheelchair. The applicant’s ability to presort and file paper medical records in terminal digit order in an open self-filing unit should be given additional consideration by the HIM director. The management must also determine whether the position is available, the number of other employees who can do the same job responsibilities, and the knowledge or competencies required to complete the tasks. The HIM director must make reasonable accommodations for this applicant, who uses a wheelchair. The director informs the candidate in writing if they are qualified. If the applicant is hired, the manager will increase work area access, supply appropriate software for the planned duties and allow work schedules that accommodate the needs of the employees. The manager provides help or service to promote job access. Management does not need to create a new post or fire current employees for a new post. The disabled person must meet the requirements for the new position. The EEOC Roles and Requirements The Commission enforces federal laws that prohibit discrimination against employees in terms of race, gender, religion, national origin, age (40 and up), genetic information, or handicap. The Commission protects employers with at least 15 employees, staffing firms, and labor unions. Hara
Many economic systems in the country are dominated by racial, cultural and social factors that have made it difficult for diverse cultural groups to live in harmony. For instance, Whites and Asians living in the US have better incomes compared to Blacks, Latinos and Native Americans. This has made them shun areas that are populated by people from these minority groups. They have shifted to suburbs because they are safer and less isolated compared to densely populated housing projects that dot the country’s major cities. Inadequate access to economic and social opportunities has made many African Americans and Latinos to resort to crime to survive. Therefore, this has strengthened stereotypes against them that they are more inclined to engage in criminal activities compared to Whites and Asians. The country needs to address various challenges that face people from minority racial groups to help them overcome their hopelessness. The justice system needs to be reformed because majority of inmates serving sentences in penal institutions come from minority population groups. Americans need to be educated more to ensure they overcome racial prejudices that influence how people from different racial groups relate with each other. Poverty in urban neighborhoods pushes young people into a life of crime and desolation which discourages them from working hard. Young people from minority communities need to be empowered to make them well prepared to compete for all economic opportunities in the country. Urban authorities need to invest more in areas where minority communities live to ensure people living there have access to crucial social amenities. This will reverse negative effects caused by discriminative policies that have made it difficult for people from minority cultural groups to participate in nation building. There are wide disparities in social hierarchy in different urban areas because people from minority racial groups are involved in informal economic activities which are not well defined. Therefore, this restricts people from lower classes from taking advantage of economic opportunities that exist in the country. They are unable to access vital economic benefits which are enjoyed by whites and other people from high income groups living in the same cities. It is necessary for urban planners to come up with ideas that make it possible for all urban residents to benefit from economic opportunities that exist in different industri
Consultation on disposing waste oil and cleaning chemicals The city of Victoria has strict rules on hazardous waste disposal and environmental sustainability through the zero waste policy. A company interested in disposing a quantity of waste oil and cleaning chemicals in Victoria should follow the safety measures through the Environment Protection Regulation of the year 2009. The regulations include licensing, waste tracking, immobilization approvals, liquid waste levy, and chemical control orders. Since the quality of wastes is above the amount which is allowed for disposal through the council, the company should begin by getting waste disposal certificate and observe the rules of disposing the hazardous wastes. The certificate is an accreditation criterion for waste management sustainability. The certification will guarantee efficient and sustainable disposal since the accreditation process is very comprehensive (Wang & Tay 2002). After obtaining certification, the company should follow the Environmental Protection Act through observing the friendliest way of waste disposal. The act ensures that cases of spillage, poor transportation, and unfriendly disposal are minimized. This is achievable through proactive inclusion of the council in designing, implementing, and managing the disposal. The guideline includes clear definition of the quantity of the wastes and observance of the sustainability of the disposal procedure. Since the oil and chemical wastes non-biodegradable, the company should partner with the council to facilitate disposal of waste of that magnitude. The wastes should be packaged in appropriate containers which are tightly sealed to minimize spillage during transportation to the designated disposal site since they are classified as hazardous (Wang & Tay 2002). Waste management logo The process of creating an effective waste management logo is complex and requires series of considerations especially on content and the target audience. In the case of the council of Victoria, the logo should accommodate the basics of recycling food wastes and other household wastes. This message should then be communicated in a very simple and practical language to capture full concentration and interests of the households around Victoria (Fisher 2001). The first step in creating the logo involves identifying the degradable food wastes and non degradable wastes within the home environment (Wang and Tay 2002). This step is followed by reviewing the sustainable but simple waste management strategies within the council’s budget. The third stage involves application of creatively in design for the logo to command wider appeal. Finally, the elements of design, proportionality and summary of information should be balanced to reduce message ambiguity (Wang & Tay 2002). These elements were considered when designing and creating the waste management logo below for the council of Victoria. The logo is applicable in the office and home environment dustbins. Reference List Fisher, E 2001, “Sustainability: The principle, its implementation, and its Enforcement.” Environmental and Planning Law
Gender identity, personal self-determination of the unique image of the “I,” the problems of equality, social harmony, and justice between men and women are among the pressing problems of the modern world. There is still no clear answer to how a person can find his or her destiny and place in the world, and understand the opportunities and prospects, considering the opinion of the dominant number of people. Many individuals’ problems are caused by imposed stereotypes, labels, and mistaken ideas about roles and responsibilities. According to Slaughter and Dorment, humanity must find ways to smooth out social conflicts and balance the ratio of forces and capabilities. Slaughter, in her article, maintains that women and men can “have everything” and “have it all at the same time” (Graff 538); everyone should get what they deserve. Dorment urges people to fight for what they want (Graff 573); there is always that choice, and only a person decides what to do. Furthermore, he states, “Man, woman, whoever: Get a shovel and start digging” (Graff 572). It is worth noting that everyone is equal, and gender does not matter if one can perform the work qualitatively. To minimize and eliminate such social issues, it is necessary to resort to research methods and do a more advanced analysis based on the data obtained. If humanity is ready to fight against injustice within strict gender roles, it is essential to focus on the causes and consequences of prejudice, understand the data received, and draw certain conclusions. To date, gender stereotypes regarding the responsibilities of men and women are defined in almost everything – from household chores and hobbies to work. Nowadays, a person is under pressure from society regarding the performance of duties and specific tasks. For example, a man is expected to work, earn more money, and take responsibility, while on the contrary, a woman is
Liberalism is a view of leadership based on principles of freedom and equality. Liberals promote ideologies such as free and fair elections, human rights, allowing freedom to the mass media, free world trade, and right to life and own property. This political philosophy became popular around the year 1815, following Napoleon’s defeat. The removal of tariff barriers and promotion of free trade gave birth to a new order. People fiercely rejected notions such as inheritance of power and creation of absolute monarchs, thereby, creating fertile grounds for the rise of Liberalism. Rawls explains that Liberalism depends on the legitimacy of political power. He said that, leaders ought to exercise their powers in the right manner by adhering to those principles that enhance cooperation in society and encourage collective decision making in matters affecting the citizens He further explains that, in a liberal society, the state ought to exercise its powers in agreement to everyone bound by it. Rawls also claims that the correct social rules are conventional. The generation of wealth is the collective duty of every member of the society, and rules of justice only seek to enhance the ownership and distribution of these resources. From this idea, Rawls came up with his view of justice which he summed up in three forms. First, he says adherence to justice is a moral duty drawn in the constitution. Second, that agreeing to a form of political organization does not disregard present doctrine but is a reasonable creation of the basic structure which enhances these doctrines. Lastly, justice depends on principles that promote democracy in a society. Moreover, the basic structures of a society depend on institutions which oversee the rights of citizens and the distribution of the benefits that accr
Introduction The artwork chosen for this assignment is “Shiva as Lord of Dance” from the Norton Simon Museum. It is a bronze sculpture of a Hindu deity, which dates back to the beginning of 11th century. Norton Simon Museum is a decades-old art museum in Pasadena, California. It features many different exhibits, including those centered on alternate realities, themes of desire, and abstraction in photography. “Shiva as Lord of Dance” is not currently on display but remains a part of Norton Simon Museum’s catalog on its official website. It has likely been a part of its exhibit “Where Art Meets Science: Ancient Sculpture from the Hindu-Buddhist World.” The main reason as to why I chose this particular piece for this assignment was the feelings of bliss and trance I had felt when observing it. I could sense the creative energy emerging from the sculpture. “Shiva as Lord of Dance” is an embodiment of calmness, which I seem to lack during this pandemic. As for my experience, while I certainly enjoyed the innovative digital exhibitions and observing all the various art pieces, I would much rather see the works in person. Description The first thing one can notice while looking at the sculpture is a figure with four arms. The creature seems to be dancing surrounded by a circular halo covered in fire. In his upper right hand, Shiva has a small drum, while the upper left hand produces fire. The lower right hand makes a gesture, and the lower left hand points in the same direction as the left leg raised upwards. Shiva seems to be standing on a dwarf-like creature with his right leg. The deity’s hair is blown away so that it becomes a part of the halo of fire. Although not a lot of material was used in the making of the sculpture, it still takes up a lot of space. This is due to the circular frame, which signifies the halo. The bronze Shiva is made out of is green but has a yellow metallic tint when a light strikes it. The texture is glossy and rather smooth although the halo is carved with various patterns. In terms of depth and space, the holes surrounding Shiva make the deity stand out by creating negative space. The motion is implied in the halo, which bursts fire. In addition, the dynamics are shown through the pose of Shiva, which makes it clear the icon engages in dancing. It is evident that the emphasis in the sculpture is put on Shiva, acting as a focal point of the piece. Presentation of Research India’s cultural heritage is nuanced, complex, and extremely diverse. Despite that, if one had to choose the figure to symbolize the nation’s cultural traditions, it would most probably be Shiva who became synonymous with the icon of Nataraja 1 . The image of Shiva is used globally as a distinct representative symbol of Indian heritage. The sculpture of “Shiva as Lord of Dance” emphasizes the complexity of layers the icon is comprised of. Shiva is a part of a triad of powerful divine beings 2 present in the Hindu faith. Brahma is the creator; Vishnu is deemed the preserver