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Introduction Hilton Hotels & Resorts refers to an internationally recognized group of hotels and resorts with a presence in six continents. The international chain of hotels was started in 1943 by Conrad Hilton, but now operates under the Hilton Worldwide flagship in 78 countries (Marketing Week 2011). The current paper is an attempt to examine the operations and presence of Hilton Hotels & Resorts in four countries of choice namely, Saudi Arabia, Poland, Turkey, and Thailand. Country 4: Thailand There are four Hilton hotels in Thailand: Bangkok, Pattaya Chonburi, Phuket, and Hua Hin. In Bangkok, the again has two hotels; the Millennium Hilton, and Hilton Sukhumvit (Hilton Worldwide 2013). Product The hotel has managed to integrate its international themes of quality and excellent provision of services to its guests in the Thailand market while at the same time allowing them to sample the rich cultural heritage of the country. The hotels have been designed in an innovative and thoughtful manner. The rooms in all the Hilton Hotels in Thailand have been designed while taking into account the issues of convenience and comfort. Thus way, they enable guests to not only unwind after a long day, but also work in a cool and serene atmosphere. In addition, the Hilton hotel in Thailand gives their guests the options of suites, guest rooms, accessible rooms as well as executive rooms, depending on one’s preference and taste. Place The Hilton hotels have been strategically situated to not only compete with other leading global players in the hospitality industry in Thailand, but to also curve its niche in the market. Both the Millennium Hilton and Hilton Sukhumvit are centrally located at the heart of Bangkok. This has enabled the hotel to tap into the market of traveling businessmen, expatriates and government officials who meet in the capital city of Thailand, and whom they mainly target. In addition, this five star hotel is also strategically located at the heart of Bangkok so that it can tap into the rich market of tourist who travels to Thailand, a key economic sector of Thailand. it is important to note that in 2007, the tourism sector in Thailand accounted for nearly 6.7% of the country’s GDP (Bangkok Post, 2008). Price All the different Hilton hotels in Thailand offer a similar pricing package for their guests. However, the prices are beyond the reach of many Thais. Guests frequenting the Hilton hotels in Thailand have disposable income and can afford to stay at luxurious hotels like the Hilton. Therefore, even when there has been a change in price, this does not impact on the demand and supply for the service offered by the Hilton hotels in Thailand. As such, the hotel enjoys an inelastic demand for its services. Promotion In an attempt to reach out to a wider clientele base, the Hilton hotel offers their guests exceptional services, including free parking and valet services. The location of some of the Hilton hotels in Thailand enables guests to gain access to local attractions. For example, Hilton Pattaya offers resort and spa services, and glorious sandy beaches (Hilton
Report Objectives The primary objective of the report ‘Physician Practices and Information Management: HIM Professionals Offer Value in Changing Practice,’ authored by Kevin Heubusch, is to demonstrate the amount of value and expertise that health information management (HIM) professionals can extend to physician practices in terms of making patient health data and medical records more manageable and useful to the medical practice. Another objective of this report is to reveal the reasons why HIM professionals are not only needed in large healthcare institutions, but also in small practices which are struggling with finding a proper balance regarding health records management and the integration of computer information systems in medical records management (Heusbusch para. 12). The third objective of this report is to demonstrate how HIM professionals’ serves to link the health practice’s clerical members of staff and the clinical practitioner through efficient management of medical records (Heubusch para. 2). The underlying principle that necessitates the formulation of this objective is that people can generate different perceptions or viewpoints of the same medical record. According to Heubusch, “…physicians and HRM professionals may approach the health record from different directions…Understanding their shared goals requires good communication” (para. 31). The report further aims to demonstrate why efficient management of patient health data and medical records is of fundamental importance in other areas outside the medical field. Such data, according to the author, can be used by the government or insurance companies to access health situations. Order of the Report Apart from the brief introduction highlighting some of the positive impacts that HIM professionals have on physician practices, the report is subdivided into three major sections. The first section, under the topic ‘Where are the HIM Professionals,’ discuss some of the factors that hinder the absorption of HIM professionals into the mainstream health practice, including lack of awareness, financial constraints, and perceptions issues. The second section, under the topic ‘From Practice Managers to EHR Consultants,’ discusses a variety of issues concerning HIM professionals, including why they are needed in both large hospitals and small practices, various roles performed by the professionals, how they could be of assistance to physician practices in setting up an effective electronic health register (EHR), and what the future holds for the profession. The last section, under the topic ‘Expertise in Two Areas,’ b
The readings that are going to be discussed in the paper tell the history of African Americans, their struggles for civil rights, and their integration into the social and political life of the country. The examples provided by the authors illustrate how a certain ethnic or racial group may be discriminated by the society and how they can become an inseparable part of the society. This progress can be explained by the political activism of black people. These are the main issues that should be discussed in more detail. To a great extent, they are essential for understanding the history of the United States. The history of African Americans is described by David Levinson and Melvin Ember. These scholars eloquently demonstrate that black people were often denied the right to humanity and for a long time the government was unofficially opposed to their integration into the community, especially at the time when the policy of segregation was adopted (Levinson and Ember 255). Very often they were excluded from political life of the community. Nevertheless, the collective effort of African Americans led to the elimination of official barriers that prevented these people from becoming full citizens of the United States. Their political activism led to the creation of the term African American which indicates that these people defended their right to be a part of American community. Nevertheless, one should not suppose that the socio-economic conditions of black people are not affected by the legacies of racism in the United States. For example, Ellis Cashmore acknowledges African Americans have achieved success in such areas as politics, economy, or army (231). Still, the studies indicate that black people may be discriminated in the workplace or courts. Certainly, the laws of the United States officially prohibit any form of racial prejudice. However, this bias can still affect the opinions and decisions of many people. This is one of the main issues that people should take into account. Apart from that, these reading show how a racial or ethnic group can integrate themselves into the political system of the country. In particular, James Jennings shows that in the early eighties, black community became critical for the success of politicians and they had to consider the interests of these people. Moreover, a great number of black people entered the House of Representatives and Senate. This progress enabled many black people to voice their opinions about the policies of the state. So, they were better able to affect the decisions taken by the government. Moreover, one should note that African-American politicians enjoy popularity among many voters who can be both black and white. Therefore, one can argue that the political power of African Americans has increased in the course of the twentieth ce
Introduction In recent years universities in many countries have integrated international and intercultural knowledge and understanding into the students’ education or curriculum. Cross-cultural and international comprehension has become a crucial issue to the cultural, political, technological and economic health of a state or nation. Therefore, it is necessary for one to understand the above mentioned terms in order to function efficiently and comfortably in a globe illustrated by close permeable borders and comprehensive relationships. There is need to have a specific degree of world competence to comprehend the place people stay and the way they fit into this sphere (Bartell 2003, p.46). Cross-cultural management tends to bring together comparatively unrelated or distinct models like cultural anthropology and accomplished models or areas of communication. Its main purpose is to start and comprehend how different individuals from different cultures communicate or relate with one another. The study of different languages helps one in comprehending what people have in common and also assist in comprehending the diversity that underlies languages, methods of creating and organizing knowledge and the several different realities that people live and interact with (Rugman & Hodgets 1995, Par.13). Such understanding has great influence and consequences because it helps one to have adequate knowledge of social relationships. The experience of an individual is culturally important and the issues of language are also culturally essential (Rhymes 2008, par.8). This paper will evaluate the contributions of two cross-cultural management theorists in understanding and resolving international management issues. It is of great importance to discuss these cross-cultural management theories since most managers who work in a mix of cultures find themselves in dilemmas. Major theories The major theories of cross-cultural management are named or based on what has been done depending on the different values between various cultures particularly the works of Fonts Trompenaars, Nancy Adler, Edgar Schein, Edward T. Hall, Geert Hofstede and Richard D. Lewis (Warner & Joynt P 2002, P.10). Geert Hofstede framework for evaluating culture A study carried out by Geert Hofstede gives a clear understanding about other cultures so that one can be more efficient when relating with individuals from other nations. When this type of information or data is comprehended and implemented appropriately it should minimize one’s level of anxiety, concern and frustration (Itim International 2009, par. 3). Geert Hofstede argues that culture is a basis of conflict rather than of synergy, and differences in culture are a great nuisance and mostly a disaster. His research shows that there are regional and national cultural groupings, which influence the character or behavior of organizations and societies and they are persistent throughout the year (Itim Internat
Introduction As a result of global migration, nursing has faced new challenges. Apart from its major task, which is to provide high-quality care, nursing obtained a significant cultural aspect. In recent decades, cultural competence became an integral component of nursing education and work. Still, researchers speak about the ambiguity od this concept and claim it needs further research (Cai, 2016). Another concept that is relatively new in the nursing context is cultural safety (Browne et al., 2009). Moreover, researchers relate cultural safety to critically oriented knowledge. This research analyzes the concepts of cultural competence and cultural safety and their application in contemporary nursing practice. Background for the Study The concept of cultural safety emerged in New Zealand in the early 1990s. It was used by Maori nurse leaders and educators as an organizing concept aimed at the reorientation of health professionals’ training “towards a more critical understanding of colonial structures and their impacts on contemporary Maori” (Browne et al., 2009, p. 169). The concept was integrated into the nursing curricula and obtained a broader meaning. Consequently, it is used not only for the Maori population but to address diverse groups of people in New Zealand (Browne et al., 2009). On the whole, cultural safety can be studied in the context of critically oriented knowledge and translating in the practice setting in particular. Cultural competence, in its turn, is integral to nursing education. This concept is frequently analyzed about cultural evolution and cultural revolution that change the attitude to cultural peculiarities in different spheres including nursing (Jeffreys, 2016). Currently, the concept of cultural competence is actively discussed in academic literature. Research Questions The research questions for this study are as follows:   * What is the essence of concepts of cultural competence and cultural safety?   * How are the concepts of cultural competence and cultural safety used in contemporary nursing research and practice? Literature Review Current literature dedicated to the issues of cultural competence and cultural safety is varied. It comprises research articles and books that disclose both concepts from different angles. For example, cultural competence and cultural safety are studied in the educational aspect, from their potential to improve care delivery and make a change, as a tool in the clinical setting, and from the perspective of international experience. The following literature review synthesizes evidence from research and data from books to empower further analysis of the concepts of cultural competence and cultural saf
Introduction AOL Inc. is a New York City-based multinational that develops internet and website products. AOL products target individual consumers, publishers and other online advertisers. According to Shield and Calia, AOL’s advertising revenue increased in the third quarter (par. 1). This is due to the strong performance that the business has posted through third party sites. The growth in advertising revenue occurred despite the poor performance of its traditional internet connection division. This paper will evaluate the article by Shield and Calia on the revenue growth of AOL. Summary of article The impressive performance of AOL in its third quarter is attributed to various strategic decisions and processes. For example, the company has introduced a reliable online technology that enables customers to access its services. The target market includes online publishers engaged in ad sales. This is common with website companies such as Google Inc. The success witnessed by various publishers increased AOL’s revenue by 12% in the third quarter. The third quarter also saw an increase in global advertising revenues for different firms in partnership with AOL across the globe. The third-party revenue increased to 44% due to the contribution of non-AOL sites such as Adapt.tv. AOL acquired Adapt.tv last year and this enhanced its advertising platform. Other organizations have conveniently used this platform to advertise their products. Such an integrated platform enhanced the financial performance of the company in the third quarter. Under the leadership of Tim Armstrong, AOL has diversified from its traditional internet connection sector. Today, it is one of the leading digital-content platform providers in the country. This has contributed to the impressive performance of the company in the third quarter of the year. To increase its presence in the digital content market, AOL recently hired Dermot McCormack to improve the performance of its video and studio department. By developing strong video and studio contents, the company seeks to benefit from the heavy presence of youths online (Shields and Calia, par. 3). According to various analysts polled by Thomson Reuters, AOL is projected to benefit from an increase in its share value. A 52 cent increase in share value will increase the company’s revenue to $624 million in the next quarter. According to the company’s CEO, marketing industry is currently witnessing a massive expansion that the company seeks to tap. This will provide new opportunities for ad selling and content marketing. To improve the performance of the company, products with a rich ads display must be developed for the market. According to Armstrong, AOL has an opportunity to invest in content marketing (Shields and Calia, par. 4). For example, the recent successful live video developed for General Motors demonstrates that opportunities exist in content marketing. The focus of AOL in 2
The war depicted in the given piece of literature was fought in Lebanon way back in 2008. The war broke out after a solution could not be found to the protracted political crisis in Lebanon (BBC par. 1). From the recount of the writer in Turse chapter 12, it is evident that the war broke out of control. The fighting was tense. The main reason for the fight was the closure of the telecommunication network that belonged to the Hezbollah group. In addition, Wacif Shkeir was dismissed as chief security officer of the Beirut airport. These actions angered the Hezbollah group. When the government asserted that the telecommunication network of the Hezbollah group was unlawful, Hassan Nasrallah who was the then leader of the group noted that the government had declared war against them (BBC par. 5). As such, they had to retaliate with passion in order to defend their sovereignty and dignity. The case of Hezbollah movement is just one typical example of the emerging rebel groups of the 21 st century. Most of such hit squads are common in less developed democracies. While their impacts on national stability may be ignored by the incumbents, they have a tangible potential of bringing down strong governments and eventually rendering them as failed states. From experience of the author in this chapter, it is also obvious that the most sophisticated weapons are used to launch attacks and counter attacks whenever such oppositions arise with a territory. The manufacturers of such deadly weapon of mass destructions seem not care at all in terms of the devastating effects brought about by unlawful use of the same weapons. Perhaps, stiffer regulations should be put in place in order to curb the production and use of dangerous atomic weapons. Works Cited BBC. Clashes resume in north Lebanon . 12 May 2008. Web. < http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/middle_east/7395421.stm >
Purpose Students with severe disabilities need special education to ensure that “No Child Left Behind” policy provisions are fulfilled. As a result, educators should use evidence-based instructional strategies to ensure that students with disabilities demonstrate educational progress during yearly assessment as provided in the NCLB educational provisions. The US educational policy requires schools to demonstrate that students in grade 3 through 8 make adequate yearly progress (AYP) towards proficiency in mathematics and literacy. However, demonstrating AYP and evaluating progress on academic content standards for students with disabilities is challenging. Browder and Cooper-Duffy (2003) argue that “although research is now emerging on states’ alternate assessment practices, many questions remain about how best to measure the progress of students with severe disabilities on state academic standards (p. 157). The purpose of this research is to determine evidence-based practices that educators can use to teach students with severe disabilities to enable them show adequate yearly progress (AYP) as well as progress in academic content standards. In addressing the research topic, the authors reviewed numerous literatures with information about the educational needs of students with disabilities. They conducted the study with the intention to identify evidence-based instructional support that students with disabilities need to demonstrate annual progress. Design Throughout the study, the researchers used secondary research strategy to address the research objectives. They evaluated the previous literatur
In the 1940’s and actually up to 1950’s black people in America were treated as inferior to their white counterparts. African Americans were not allowed to eat in the same restaurants, travel in the same bus or even use same recreational facilities as White Americans. All social amenities were divided into two; one group which was always well built and taken care of was for White Americans while the other group which was not so good was reserved for the Black Americans. Not even children were spared in this inhuman act that was meant to push blacks down the social ladder (Pierce, 2010). As a result, there was White elementary schools which were relatively many, well equipped and received larger share of government money. On the other hand, there were black elementary schools which were far a part, not well equipped and children had to walk long distances. The brown versus board of education case explains the start of the fight for desegregation. It is important to note that I, and probably many others, did not know about these facts and thought that the civil rights war begun with Martin Luther King Jr. After unsuccessfully trying to enroll their children in the nearby White elementary school in the summer of 1950, Oliver brown and other parents decided that it was time for Black Americans to stand up against this unfair treatment. Oliver went to the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) which hired lawyers not only for Oliver’s case, but also for other African American children around United States of America. The law suit was first filed in the state court but Oliver and the other thirteen Parents lost the case. As was decided in the case of Plessey versus Ferguson, the state court held that the treatment was fair provided the school systems were equal (Marsh, 2004). It was the view of the state court that African American children needed to get used to the treatment so that they do not find it rough when they grow up. Oliver and the others were not satisfied with this decision and on October 1, 1951 with the help of NAACP they filed an appeal in the Supreme Court. The case was joined with other similar cases that were already in the Court and was first heard on December 9, 1952. In their defense, lawyers representing the board of education argued that many people including some African Americans did not have a problem with the separation (Marsh, 2004). However, Oliver’s lawyers requested for a proof that black children were different from the white ones before being separated. One Supreme Court justice died while the case was still on and this elongated the whole process because the justice had to be replaced. Finally, on May 17, 1954 the Supreme Court gave a ruling on the brown case. The court held that it was improper to hav