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Introduction This paper provides a detailed network design and layout implementation for the newly acquired university administrative offices, lecture rooms, library, and computer labs. It will consist of an IP addressing scheme to provide each node and network segment unique identifiers having the network hosts linked with appropriate media. The design will consist of physical and logical topologies with security implemented to provide perimeter defenses. Physical and Logical Network Design The network is defined by a physical topology with a physical layout of interconnected nodes using the bus as a backbone topology. The internal network is connected to the external network with a T-1 link from Verizon (ISP) using a dynamic NAT router installed and tested and overloaded with PAT to support a higher number of clients with one public IP address, from the single class B IP of 191.1.15.1. All subnet hosts will be based on TCP/IP with an IP address of 10.15.0.0. The benefits include cost savings, cabling, and ease of implementation with a section of the physical topology shown in figure 1 below. The network defense will be multilayered as in figure 2 below. A hybrid topology consisting of the star at the offices will allow for incremental node growth and avoidance of failure, and easy troubleshooting. The ring topologies with workgroup nodes provide the logical connections of all the network hosts. The ISP provides internet services via the NAT router connected to the five switches linking each of the subnets for each server. Dedicated servers as mentioned earlier to optimize performance are used. Figure 1. A typical sectional view of the physical topology. The ring topology will be used at the computer lab because it is easy to troubleshoot, and provides simple cable layering, and connects students’ computers directly. Figure 2, multilayered to protect student and administration data/information. Figure 3. Conceptualized security perimeter. Figure 4 consists of the routers configured with a Yvette firewall with servers and the wireless portion. There could be an external router, servers in the outer perimeter to provide IT services, the UTM firewall that separates the internal network from the external network, with the workgroups located within the internal perimeter with the wireless network. To keep the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data/information, physical, logical, and technical controls that access control lists, rules, and policies when well implemented will provide additional security. Authentication will be required to access data with an access control list defined for each user and for the administration; there will be a need to use digital signatures, and keys to access sensitive information. Figure 4. Internal secure network. The cabling for all hosts in the network will be Cat 5 twisted pair with a T-1 demarc
“Rent the Runway” (RTR) is the online service for renting designer dresses for 10 to 15% of a designer’s retail purchase price of the dress. Jenn Hyman and Jenny Fleiss are the co-founders of the company. Primary Problems of the Company First of all, the problem of the company is whether there is a possibility to boost the efficiency of the company. Second, the issue is whether the team has the opportunity to follow the line of boosting efficiency while expanding its activities in new directions. Finally, the possibility of accelerated expansion of the company raises the question of the relevant division of responsibilities of the RTR co-founders (originally, the allocation of responsibilities was as follows: Hyman was responsible for revenue-related activities while Fleiss dealt with cost-relative activities). Potential Decisions As of the first problem, the possibility of boosting the company’s activities, initial steps are: Redesign [the] website to increase conversion rates from visitor to renter: analyze rental patterns and reservation data to optimize dress-buying decisions and increase inventory turns; … [hiring] a logistics expert [to] find reduce picking and packing costs and error rates. (Eisenmann and Winig, 12) As of the second problem, whether the team has the potential to follow the increasing efficiency together with expanding in new directions, needed steps are modifying systems for order and inventory tracking as well as coach the member of the customers’ insights team on the options of expansion (Eisenmann and Winig, 13). As of the third issue, relevant distribution of the co-founders’ responsibilities, the needed actions are making everyone do what she is good at. Jenny Fleiss, on the one hand, might bring the new initiatives to life and keep carrying out cost-related activities, i.e., “warehouse operations, finance, administration, and information technology infrastructure” (Eisenmann and Winig 13). Jenn Hyman, on the other hand, might be responsible for core tasks having to do with the customers’ experiences, e.g., “merchandise procurement, website design, marketing, and customer services” (Eisenmann and Winig 13), i.e., continue carrying out revenue-related activities. Potential Course of Action First of all, to know whether the company has the possibility to boost its activities efficiently, the co-founders should conduct a market analysis. Of course, having created a brand and has won a great number of clients, any expansion in new directions would meet interest from the customers’ side. Nevertheless, they should investigate the market to find out whether there are similar online services offering the goods they would like to expand to (jewelry, accessories, shoes, etc.). The aim of such a survey is to discover whether they have competiti
What promotes exponential population growth? What constrains exponential population growth? The exponential population growth gives rise to many concerns because researchers believe that the existing resources are limited. Thus, the increasing number of people can lead to significant risks such as food insecurity and violent conflicts between and within various states. There are several factors that contribute to this process; for instance, one can speak about the improvement of healthcare, increasing life expectancy, and the growing availability of food in various developing countries (Botkin & Keller, 2014). In contrast, there are factors that limit population growth. For example, one can mention economic instability, growing availability of contraceptives, unemployment, violent conflicts, and changing lifestyles of people. What is carrying capacity? What will occur if carrying capacity is exceeded? The term carrying capacity is defined as the maximum population of species that the environment can sustain (Botkin & Keller, 2014, p. 8). This term is usually applied in demographic studies. Predictions about demographic trends in developed and developing countries differ significantly. For example, the population of advanced countries can increase due to the inflow of immigrants, lower infant mortality rate, and higher life expectancy. In contrast, the population of developing states can grow due to some improvements in healthcare and a higher fertility rate. If the carrying capacity is exceeded, the environment can sustain significant damages. Moreover, there is a risk of violent conflicts. Reference List Botkin, D., & Keller, E. (2014). Environmental Science: Earth as a Living Planet . New York, NY: Wiley.
Introduction Plato, a philosopher used symbolism to draw out the meaning of human’s mental quagmire as humans attempt to redefine objectiveness in life. According to Kreiss, through the Allergy of the cave , the allergy is presented as the sense in which we reveal our world, yet it is actually not exactly that, rather, an intellectual approach can comprehensively depict our viewpoint about our perception and insight about our world (Kreiss, p. 1). Here intellectualism is put on the spot as core in making the society enlightened. Enlightenment, according to Plato provides wisdom and direction courtesy of intellectual within the society. Literature review Brodeur and Orwell in their book 1984, draws out a picture of what entails a humans mentality about reality. The complex web of ideas, intentions and objectives, as observed in the book ‘George Orwell’s 1984’ is literary not possible to define or understand. Intellectually, perceiving the latter can provide insight about the reality of human intent, hopes and observation about its passion/desire to consummate imparted feelings, aspirations, and intentions offset by reality (White, pp. 157-169). Border and Orwell suggest that reality is as result of an order that is inherent. Parents have to lead and exemplify handwork and discipline as core in the process of life for their children to take up such habits (Brodeur & Orwell, p. 18). Cognition is affirmed as core in the process of intent development. According to Classic Philosophers, Plato affirmed the distinctiveness of inderivability to provide an insight one how ones mind conceives a concept from a specific and logical viewpoint. Plato attaches the precedence of intellective over sensitive knowledge to makes of our concepts more than representative signs of what we desire to achieve in reality; it is an inner desire or an allergy that can be eased by achieving the conceptualized intent (“Radical Academy”). The relationship between Plato’s approach and the George Orwell’s 1984 is observed within the Broduer and Orwell’s illustrations of life’s daily facets. Brodeur and Orwell conceptualize the human diligence and constant thoughts. By exemplifying their insights about the many things that cross ones mind through a diary, ‘ Big Brother is watching ’ becomes a symbol of the consistency of suspicion and fear of wrong doing, aspiration to achieve objectives, intents, desire, and indulgence (Brodeur, and Orwell, pp. 10-19). The crime of thought, as Winston’s children call it is a serious crime; It onsets infidelity, intent of murder, corruption and other vagrant social realities. Reality is replicated in our minds through thought. In George Orwell’s 1984, thoughts consummate to dreams and the future, as we hope it would be, is defined and presented. Winston dreams about O’Brien, which is indicative of a correlation between Plato’s presentations of hope for a reality through the symbolism of ‘an allergy.” Indeed, the thoughts, a subsequent dream, and then the in
This case study discusses the impact of Steve Jobs on Apple and whether the company will be able to maintain its designs and innovation in the years to come. It analyzes the issues faced by the corporation now. This paper also lists some Apple recommendations for the future. The main Issue Many analysts have touted Apple as the greatest innovator in computer hardware and software products. Events that happened since Steve Jobs returned to the company defined the direction, which Apple would follow in the future. The main issue is whether or not Apple would be able to maintain its design and innovation for decades to come without Steve Jobs. Apple’s Innovation after Jobs Without Jobs, many analysts believe that Apple would struggle to maintain its innovation and thinking abilities. However, Tim Cook believes that the company would continue to innovate and design new products for success. The CEO as innovator Steve Jobs was synonymous with Apple. He had the ultimate role of ensuring innovation in the company. One may wonder if Apple still has a clear strategy for innovation after Jobs. The relevance of operational secrecy Apple has earned reputation because of its non-disclosure in products and innovation. This shows that constant and distinct product innovation has allowed Apple to be the best company with the fanatic consumer base and high-levels of profitability. The situational analysis Apple operates in the global market. The company products appeal to the global market through their simplicity and sophistication. A closer look at Apple products reveals significant iterations of successful products. Thus, one can understand how Apple integrates creativity and simplicity in order to deliver sophisticated products to its customers. The design and innovation at Apple embrace a diverse set of device product features to appeal to different users. Apple has used its products, such as iPod, iTunes, Mac, and iPad to establish a relationship with millions of users across the world through distribution networks and purchase outlets. Apple has a created a market that is discrete. However, one must recognize that Apple is unique firm that relies on a non-linear and highest standard of leveraged strategies in order to create a complex market that is not simple to understand. Competition Apple faces a fierce competition from other technology firms. Thus, many industry pundits and analysts are yet to understand the root of Apple’s success. Apple has faced intense competitions from IBM clone computers. In addition, the company has operated in a rapidly changing environment where venture capital has driven new entrants and competition. As a result, Apple had to make complex
Richard Nixon did not have countrywide support because of the losses in two previous elections. The Republican Party members hoped for a candidate who would be electable. Nixon superior planning and organization helped in defeating the opponents. The candidate ran on a manifesto of restoring law and order to all the cities within the country. The 1960s saw more riots in different cities as people protested various grievances, such as civil rights and anti-war protests. Nixon also promised the public that new leadership would be provided by the administration in the Vietnam war. The candidate also assured the public that the government would be streamlined to ensure efficiency and effectiveness. Thus, riots within the cities, protests against the Vietnam war, and assassinations within the country assisted Richard Nixon to win in the 1968 elections.
Conjunctivitis is the inflammation of the conjunctiva. The aetiology of conjunctivitis may be a consequence of virus, bacteria, toxic agents, allergens and chemicals (Parcell et al. 2013). Viral conjunctivitis is the emerging form of conjunctivitis and refers to all conjunctiva inflammation processes that result from viral infections ( Allergic Conjunctivitis 2010). Some viruses responsible for viral conjunctivitis include adenovirus, HIV, and poxvirus (Silverman 2014). Adenoviruses are the most common cause of viral conjunctivitis and fall under the family of Adenoviridae (Scott 2014). Biological, social, economic and ecological factors have been instrumental in the reappearance of conjunctivitis (Scott 2014). The need for economic growth requires industrialisation, which significantly affects atmospheric conditions and increases conjunctivitis causing allergens (Kimura et al. 2009). Also, social factors, such as population density have attributed to recent increase in frequency of epidemics associated with conjunctivitis. Transmission of conjunctivitis is by direct contact, faecal-to-oral transmission, waterborne, or air droplets. The pathological DNA is copied and reproduces within the host cell’s nucleus (Visscher, Hutnik & Thomas 2009). The pathological mRNA is processed in the nucleus and is converted in the cytoplasm. Converted proteins travel back to the nucleus, where new virions converge and subsequently disperse (Visscher, Hutnik & Thomas 2009). Virus communication with the host cell may be hindered at various steps, which causes an abortive or incomplete sequence ( Chennai’s medical history unveiled 2011). This involves the host’s inherent and adaptive immune system. In youths and adults, a higher prevalence of circulating counteracting antibodies supports extensive defence against adenovirus pathogens. Antibodies deactivate viruses by preventing interactions between the viruses and the host cell ( Chennai’s medical history unveiled 2011). Antibodies also recognise viral antigens cells that have already been infected by the virus which may result in (ADCCs) or balance-arbitrated lysis (Parcell et al. 2013). The most significant antibody that is released upon when pathogens infect the conjunctiva is the IgA. Individuals with conjunctivitis may present with a history of current exposure to a person with red eye at school, work, home, or other public places, or they can present with a history of current indications of an upper respiratory tract disease (Azari & Barney 2013). This eye infection is either bilateral or unilateral. Various organisms offer diverse symptoms thus numerous symptoms are possible. Some of the symptoms include external body sensation, ocular irritation, redness of the eyes, tearing, photophobia, and discharge. Other symptoms include malaise, nausea, fever, vesicular eruption, and in extreme cases
Abstract William Midgette Inc. Company deals with the supply of coating products for marble floors and ceramic tiles. The company intends to expand its business upon its reception of a patent by competing for a Navy contract. Part of the company’s expansion plan includes coating application, specialty coating, and a regular maintenance timetable. The paper aims at developing an acquisition and planning formula for obtaining a contract and how electronic contracting programs such as SmartPay would assist William Midgette Inc. and the Navy. Acquisition and Planning Strategy for Obtaining a Contract by William Midgette Inc. FAR, or Federal Acquisition Regulation, requires businesses to perform acquisition planning and research on the market for assets. The purchase strategy identifies and explains the approach followed by program administrators in managing risks and meeting goals (Eom et al., 2019). William Midgette Inc.’s acquisition and planning strategy act as a blueprint for acquiring part of the contract and future investment cycle throughout its business. Statement of Need William Midgette Inc. has visionary leadership and structure that steers its mission and vision. Most business premises and real estate owners continue to order and use coating products for their ceramic tiles and marble floors across the country. The company produces some of the best and good-quality coating products with a range of colors for aesthetic purposes at the cost of $25 per 5 liters (Tyms, 2017). The quantity (5 liters) can coat seven square-sized ceramic tiles, denoting that the Navy base would save extra dollars upon purchase. Sources The company ensures that each coating material conforms to the requirements and standards of the market. The products are also made to adhere to health, safety, and environmental concerns and improve material sustainability. Selection of the Contract Type Williams Midgette Inc. Company intends to have a Firm-Fixed Price type of contract with the Navy. The variety of coating materials shall be at a fixed price because of the stable market condition and intended timely delivery. Applicable Conditions The recent reception of a patent by the company remains a significant boost towards acquiring the contract. William Midgette Inc. has received attention from various homeowners and real estate investors for its excellent product provision. Acquisition Considerations and Logistics The company takes advantage of the short distance between its location and the Navy base premises. Timely delivery of its products remains one of its objectives in meeting clients’ needs. Figure 1. William Midgette, Inc.’s acquisition and planning strategy How Using SmartPay Program in Electronic Contracting Can Assist Both William Midgette Inc. and the Navy The GSA SmartPay payment solutions allow the Navy to effectively purchase products from William Midgette Inc. in support of their objectives in terms of arch
Introduction Organizations are part and parcel of every society. This is because human beings are involved in the process of forming organizations with the aim of attaining certain objectives. In essence, human beings are social animals who have the tendency of organizing and ensuring that their affairs are managed within their anticipated objectives. This is usually done in light of the complex and dynamic environment. For organizations to function there is need to have management. Management is the ability to plan and set down goals and objectives with the goal of ensuring that the set standards are realized within the available resources and opportunities. Organizational change Change is a complex process. This is because it is more complex than human behavior. Thus, there cannot be a single specified approach which can be regarded as the solution to managing these changes. In essence, a change technique which is applicable in one organization may not necessarily be applicable in another organization. Organizations are different in many aspects these aspects include the work culture, management and leadership styles, structure and design, employees and their expectations not forgetting the customers who are served within these organizations. Thes
Several laws guide the justice system and the public on issues related to the embezzlement of public funds. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, 8, United States Constitution §§ 643, 644, 648, 649, 650, 651, 652, and 653, all constitute complimentary definitions and consequences of misuse of public resources ( 1661 , n.d). This essay offers an overview of the topic detailing its definition, some of the consequences attached to stealing public funds, and some famous cases that have been tried in the courts regarding misuse of public property. Embezzlement of public funds is defined as the misuse, stealing, or misappropriation of funds that are initially held by the government or the state for any reason (Grundvig, 2016). The allocation of government funds is a pre-approved process. Thus, money cannot be used for any other but the intended purpose unless this use is also approved. Many states have different additional laws on embezzlement of public funds. For example, California uses the Penal Code 424 to try and sentence cases related to the misappropriation of public funds (Grundvig, 2016). The code stipulates that anyone found guilty of the misuse of public funds will be sentenced to 2 to 4 years in the state prison and/or pay a fine of up to $10,000, depending on the case facts. It is important to note that embezzlement can be defined as both a state and a federal crime. The U.S. Department of Justice (2013) explains that the punishment of embezzlement as a federal crime is much heavier compared to those given at the state level. For example, the 18 U.S. Code Chapter 31 – Embezzlement and Theft offers a 10-year prison sentence for embezzlement. Indeed, there are many cases that have been publicly tried regarding the loss and theft of public property. For example, Goldman Sachs, an investment bank in the U.S., is currently under investigation over a multibillion-dollar embezzlement case (Goldstein, Stevenson & Flitter, 2018). The case involves the loss of money from a state-funded project in Malaysia. Goldstein et al. (2018) explain that this is one of the biggest embezzlement cases ever reported. Additionally, it involves two governments, as the Prime Minister of Malaysia is also under investigation. This link brings in the concept of international and state relations. It is critical that all staff understand what embezzlement is and how to avoid it. Organizations that engage with public resources should be well trained on how to detect and also avoid fraud. For example, what would your organization state as the embezzlement of public funds within its work scope? If an employee uses public money to pay a debt with the intention of returning that money at a later date, would you consider that embezzlement? Or is such fraud only associated with the stealing of money and other resources without the intention to return? Such questions have to be considered when dealing with cases of public fraud. Indeed, the examples given are both