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This paper is a critical analysis of the Information Technology Administrator occupation, its involvement and relations to other careers in the work settings. Duties and tasks The information technology manager or administrator oversees the day-to-day operation of the systems, and it’s effective and smooth running. The tasks this person is involved with entails, discussing matters about information needs, the flow of information in the organization and definition of the system with the management/administration and the technical personnel. He/she is the general coordinator of the operations protocols especially when there is a multi-user networked system that supports the exchange of data, voice, and text via the connections. There must be assured security and system access to optimize performance and enhance system recovery mechanisms if the failure arises. Some of the regular home-keeping duties the administrator has to ensure may include backing-up of data, managing the distribution procedures of data across the network in which case he/she has the power to retain on diverse storage devices or bar transfers. Another crucial task involves preserving the data dictionaries, coordinating system updates, and replacing any old versions in the entire system. On the daily activities, administrators advise users on terminologies and structures of data and assist or guide in the implementation of new equipment or systems, and preparing of the technical reports concerning the operation of the systems. Debatably, the administrator is supposed to be responsible for the support personnel in the IT department and enhance their training in the usage of the system as well as access. Working conditions All these varied duties of the administrator call for both indoors and outdoors activities, working alone or as part of a group and the critical risk involves network attacks to access private data, loss of data or information or collapse of the entire system. The challenges involve the ability to maintain the highest data integrity standards and updates to maintain a competitive edge among the opponent groups. Computer systems require twenty-four-hour monitoring, and therefore it is advisable to have shift groups working through the systems. Required skills and abilities This person ought to be well equipped with good technical abilities, communication skills, and quick analytical skills to be in a position of understanding complex problems quickly and coming with effective solutions within the required period. IT is a dynamic field, and the administrator ought to be well equipped with the latest knowledge for troubleshooting. The advanced IT content helps to update and guide others as their leader. Typical interests in the occupation According to the U.S Bureau of Labour and statistics, the IT professionals are in high demands worldwide due to the automation of firms, and there is an estimate of about 16% increase on demand by 2016. The requirements are almost simi
Global market refers to the activity of conducting business across the world. In other words, this refers to international business activities in a worldwide scale. Global marketing plays a significant role in modern-day business environment. One of the major advantages of this form of trade is that it increases free trade among countries, thus helping to promote good international relationships among nations. This form of trade also plays a key role in the economic development of emerging nations. More importantly, this type of trade involves many countries as participants, and that way, it makes it possible for people to have access of the widest possible range of commodities. While global market activities present many opportunities, there are also many complexities facing the trade. This paper examines some of the major problems surrounding global market together with the potential solutions that can be taken against them. Major Problems/Issues As it would be observed, the activities of international marketing are affected by diverse complexities. These complexities or issues are some of the factors that influence the failure of global trade activities, and are therefore among the many things that companies ought to consider before venturing into global marketing (Fawcett, Roger and Anthony 476). Following is a summary of some of the major complexities associated with global trade. Linguistic problems Language is among the most significant factors when it comes to marketing of commodities. Business operations cannot be carried out successfully if the parties involved don’t understand each other. International trade involves people of different national identities, and this poses serious language and communication problems among the people involved. Legal Constraints Obviously, nations have different laws to deal with various business affairs that are unique to every country. These laws would tend to have a significant impact on activities of international trade such as marketing and advertising, among other aspects. However, some of the biggest challenges in this context are observed when it comes to advertising, whereby countries tend to have different laws governing commodity advertisement. For example, some countries may not permit advertisement of some products while others have put strict conditions on advertisements, particularly ones that are being done by foreign companies or nationals. Access to media is also limited to foreigners in some countries and this also serves as a serious complexity in global marketing (Eid and Myfanwy 25). Cultural issues There is no doubt that culture values are among the most sensitive areas that should be taken seriously by any investor who is planning to venture the global market (Craig and Susan 55). The main reason for this is because people across the world are defined by different cultural values and beliefs. In this regard, business ideas presented by a particular company or nation through marketing advertisements could be offensive to people in other countries. This could raise serious accusations against
Concerns over a Framework of Unprotected Steel and Water Leakages Every building should meet the construction requirements by the set laws. The construction laws relate to the effects of material used for construction, use, or functions of the building and assurance of human safety and protection. This building has a framework of unprotected steel. The inspection further shows that there has been penetration of water causing rotting, strong smell with greater effects on the ground and first floor which have been mainly manifestations of the effects of corrosion. First, the health club falls under the category of public buildings and has to meet fire requirements. This is about fire safety and the effects of fire on construction materials. Steel falls under the category of components of lightweight building materials. The safety of the building also has to consider the effects on firefighters in the event of a fire. Bragginan points out that the truss plays a major role in fire fighting (p. 61). He asserts that although all lightweight building components used in truss construction have equal levels of hazard, the effects out of fire are different in the perspective of construction. The framework of steel reveals that the steel truss is subject to compression in the event of fire while the steel bolt has the risk of heat conduction to the wood and eventually destroying it through decomposition (Bragginan, p. 62). The surface fasteners of sheet metal pose a challenge in the event of a fire due to their ability to conduct and transmit heat to the wood causing collapse of the truss. The dominance of steel in the framework of the building is critical due to its fast ability to succumb to fire effects. Although steel is non-combustible, it fails at temperatures of 1000ºF at which its load carrying capacity is lost by about 40% and has the greatest thrust (Bragginan, p. 61). There is no fire resistance for unprotected steel and has the greatest effects of collapse. The remedy to the effects of unprotected steel usage would be to use steel girders and gypsum sheathing from the ceiling or floor assembly for the protection of the steel. Further because of the ability of steel to twist, bend, warp or sag in the events of heat, it is recommendable to protect it through encasing with insulating material. Since unprotected steel has no galvanized coat, its rate of corrosion accelerates and this requires that it is galvanized or covered with protective material (Vaysburd and Emmons 193). The smell from the building poses a health hazard. The mildew on the walls needs to be cleaned up using bleach-added commercial products. This is not only to get rid of it but also the smell. The wall should be covered with pigmented finishes if it is plywood and a protective sealant such as paint for wood siding. Corrosion plays a very significant role in degrading buildings. Unprotected steel framings are subject to corrosion because of the exposure to natural elements such as water and air (Vaysburd and Emmons 190). The corrosive effect on the floor is likely to have sagging effects thus lowering the stability of the building due to the effect on the first and gro
Introduction The paper is a proposal on how the problem of poverty in Africa can be solved. The study will use a mixed research approach in attaining its goals (Creswell, 2009). The major aim of the study is to identify the causes of poverty and propose best strategies that can help Africans come out of poverty. Background of the study Africa has long been known to suffer from a number of calamities such as floods, drought among others; however the issue of poverty seems to have brushed the continents the wrong way leaving thousands of individuals dead. According to Adato et al., 2006 Currently poverty is seen as a long problem that will continue to be with us, as long as the world remains. Mahatma Gandhi had some of the most creative insights into this problem with regards to India. Mao Tse Tung was similarly quite creative on this issue in China, as was John Kenneth Galbraith with regards to affluent society. There are numerous people who have lost many a night’s sleep on this matter in Africa. [Poverty is relative, not absolute. It is about getting basic needs, not huge material surpluses. It is about having enough resources for meeting basic needs for tomorrow and the day after tomorrow. It is about none material satisfaction not excess material goods of little intrinsic value] (Adato et al., 2006: 23). Problem statement There is no doubt that there exist large volumes of material regarding poverty in Africa. With this there are a number of solutions that have been brought forth with the aim of curbing poverty in the continent. Despite the fact that the majority of the authors have tried to address the causes so that they can develop best strategies, their is a gap in trying to establish how best the proposed strategies will be implemented based on the variation in a number of issues such as population, policies in each and every country. The study will thus seek not only to bring out the causes of poverty and how to curb it but propose how to implement the strategies based on the country’s needs. Research questions, hypotheses and variables The research question that will guide the study is what the major ways of curbing poverty in Africa are. From this, the three main objectives of the study are:  1. To find out how prevalent is poverty in Africa  2. To establish the major causes of poverty in Africa  3. To find out the best strategies to curb the issue of poverty in Africa. The hypotheses for the study are:   * H o There is a significant difference in causes of poverty.   * H o There is a significance difference in strategies used in curbing poverty in Africa and its reduction   * H o There is significant difference in the prevalence of poverty in Africa. The dependent variable in the study is poverty. It is worth noting that this is the variable the research will try to predict its variation in presence of certain variable known to be independent is important. The independent variable will include all the causes of poverty and the strategies used to curb the same (Reynolds, 2007). Theoretica
Introduction The English men say that no man is an island, and so did many countries realize when they welcomed globalization. Globalization involves interaction between different countries’ markets and businesses in order to achieve special unity and mutuality amongst them. Nations expect more excellence and prosperity, to fight against poverty and better the lives of their citizens from this global unity. Unfortunately, globalization does not meet the expectations of all members, despite the fact that some greatly celebrate this unity. Many are disappointed, pulled down economically and in others, the poverty levels increase instead of reducing. However, there are they that enjoy much gain and success, but in many developing countries, people are pulled down to a state of oblivion they never imagined they would be in. Yes, to some developing countries, globalization brings more misery than prosperity. Effects of Globalization on Argentina Among the developing countries that live under terrible economic downfall, resulting from this global unity is Argentina. The country took loans from the world’s financial organizations like the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund. These organizations lend money under harsh conditions, but since Argentina needed assistance, she had no choice but to accept the conditions. The terms of agreement allowed the lending bodies to sell national industries to foreign global corporations, downsize social programs, and shift economies towards export for the global markets (Pogge 16). The more Argentina and other developing countries got in debts, the more the World Trade Organizations gave more strict conditions. Inability to pay back the debts and loans left Argentina and other countries in mis
The article “Strategic Procurement in Textile and Apparel Sourcing Companies in Hong Kong: A Practitioner’s Perspective” identifies different elements of procurement and strategic sourcing. According to the authors, the apparel and textile sourcing firms in Honk Kong have always experienced numerous challenges such as turbulent markets and intensive competition. The study identified “how top managers were committed to the strategic procurement process and information sharing with their suppliers” (Yuen and Cheng 1154). Some practices are also critical towards the success of every apparel company. Such practices “include continued commitment to information sharing, long-term interaction with different suppliers, supplier capability auditing (SCA), and establishment of supplier base optimization” (Yuen and Cheng 1148). Such practices have continued to determine the success of different apparel companies in the region. Such ideas are relevant because they can help newcomers develop the best sourcing and procurement strategies. The practices will “make it easier for the companies to achieve their competitive advantages and eventually emerge successful” (Yuen and Cheng 1153). The timely article also examines the major issues affecting every textile and apparel company in Hong Kong. From a personal perspective, I believe that it would be a good idea to do business in China. The country is one of the emerging economies in the world. China’s huge population creates the best market for many apparel companies. The important thing is embracing most of the ideas presented in this article. The approach will ensure every foreign company develops the best corporate sourcing and procurement strategies (Yuen and Cheng 1156). These strategies will ensure every company achieves its competitive advantage. The country economic policies and structures will also support a new business in the apparel industry. Entrepreneurs should also examine the macroeconomic issues associated with the apparel industry. Works Cited Atilgan, Turan 2007, Eco-labeling Applications in the Textile & Apparel Sector in Turkey . Web. Yuen, Simon and Calvin Cheng 2013, Strategic Procurement in Textile and Apparel Sourcing Companies in Hong Kong: A Practitioner’s Perspective . Web.
Introduction The issues of gender discrimination have characterised various aspects of human society. In this respect, it has been noted that elements of gender discrimination have been noted in the insurance industry. When the risks to be insured are classified based on an individual’s sex, then this is what is called gender discrimination in the insurance industry. In the past, insurance companies have engaged in gender discrimination in the classification, acceptance and rating of risks. This has been based on demographic characteristics associated with the male and female gender. For instance, there is a widespread belief that women outlive men in most instances. Therefore, the life insurance for females is lower compared to that of males. Also, the female fraternity pays lower pension payments compared to their male counterpart. This is supported by the belief that females are likely to live longer than males and thus contribute to the insurance scheme for an extended period. This trend has been changing in the recent past with stakeholders calling for a halt in the use of sex while classifying risks. This paper provides an in-depth analysis of the concept of gender discrimination and insurance in the world. Gender discrimination and insurance Insurance companies employ various factors in determining the prices charged for their various packages. The aspects considered while pricing packages include age, gender, and where the individuals reside. For every variable, the insurers determine the possibility of someone who fits the profile making a claim. When there is a high likelihood of an individual making a claim, the individual is deemed to pay exorbitantly for the cover (Anker, para 6-8). Gender has been noted to influence the pricing of various insurance coverage plans available. In relation to car insurance, young men are likely to pay more compared to their female counterparts. This is because it is believed that young men stand a higher chance to be involved in accidents than young women. Also, it has been observed that men pay higher compared to women in term life insurance. This is because men tend to die earlier compared to women. On the other hand, women tend to pay more than men for health insurance. This is because women stand a higher chance to visit a hospital compared to men. With respect to annuities, the males get significant income as they stand a chance to die earlier compared to women. Therefore, the insurance companies are not required to pay out for an extended period (Anker, para 10). The world has continued to witness incidences of gender discrimination in insurance schemes. Therefore, this is not a new concept as insurance companies have used sex differences to gauge the risks. During the last two deca
The way people dress defines trends that are popular at a certain period. Fashion constitutes one of the significant indicators of cultural change, time, and ideologies of a particular community. Essentially, the comparison of fashion in the 1960s and 2020s will provide evidence of how dress and culture arts have evolved. Mary Quant The Mary Quant design formed a significant fashion trend in the early 60s. The style was youth-centered, especially favoring school girls who loved miniskirts and hot pants. Presently Quant collection has changed from the previous British brand to the current Japanese. However, this brand is no longer popular due to its inability to recognize and embrace change. Yves Saint Laurent Yves Saint Laurent (YSL) fashion is famous in the 60s because it provided ready-to-wear garments for women, including women’s dresses and trousers. This design can be compared with the current tuxedo among ladies. However, the present trouser suits have been tailored to fit an individual’s preferences especially for women working in offices. Andre Courreges Hippie Fashion Tie-Dye Andre Courreges Hippie Fashion Tie-Dye features a unique fashion that broke the customary dressing trends in the 60s. Presently, young people prefer tight clothing and no longer see bellbottoms as fashionable. Similarly, it is hard to find women in high boots and high heels due to more comfortable footwear. Psychedelic Designs In the 1960s, the psychedelic design incorporated different epiphanies, sensations, and hallucinations induced in a fabric using chemical amphetamines. Besides, both men and women dresse
Introduction Technology has brought with it a lot of dynamism in the market. The market has practically become unpredictable. With inventions and innovations, the world market has been reduced to a single unit, popularly referred to as a global market. A firm in the United States of America can easily trade in a Japanese market. Similarly, a Chinese firm would comfortably trade in the American market (Carson 2008, 41). Because of this, competition has become rife. In the current market, the philosophy of sustained competitive advantage of a firm no longer holds. Evans (2010, 36) explains that what is regarded as a competitive advantage of a firm today may be the greatest undoing of the firm in a few years time. The film industry is one such market where competition is rife. Since this market is directly affected by technology, the market is very sensitive as regards to its offerings. Cunningham (2000, 19) observes that in the recent past, there has been a drastic move to digital photography, a fact that has seen some traditional firms makers lose their market share. Caught in this competition is Eastman Kodak, an American photographic film and paper company. Started in 1889 by George Eastman, this company experienced a massive growth in the nineteenth century, without any major competitor in the local and international market. This changed when Fuji, a Japanese firm, entered the market in 1934. Other companies joined the two companies in this industry, completely upsetting the market position of Kodak (Andrzej & Buchaman 2007, 26). This paper seeks to address the major changes in the photographic film industry and how Kodak, once the dominant company in this industry has sustained itself, the current market situation, and effects of technology in this industry in general. The paper focuses on Kodak in specific. Product Analysis In order to bring an understanding of Kodak cameras as a brand, the PESTEL and SWOT analysis of the firm would be of help. PESTEL Analysis Kodak is operating in an environment, which is very dynamic. The market is very unpredictable and open to various sudden changes that are not easy to predict. A comprehensive study of factors that have contributed in the growth and development of the company can be analyzed through PESTEL analysis. This kind of study enables the marketer to evaluate the performance of the company in the market. Without the study, it would be difficult to determine the position of the firm in the market. Therefore, the application of the model is inevitable in case the market is to understand the performance of the firm. Political Factors Kodak is an American firm. The political environment in America has been very stable over a very long pe