ShantanuT01/DACTYL-Pretraining huggingface dataset:
Distribution refers to the way products are disseminated from the producer to the consumer (Pride, & Ferrell, pp. 43). In reference to wholesalers, distribution is the way wholesalers avails the producer’s goods to different retailers and thereby relieving the producer the task of distributing his or her own goods. Through wholesale warehousing, a wholesaler buys the goods from the producer or manufacturer in large quantities and avails the goods to the retailers and in turn ends up distributing the goods of the consumer to different retailers. A wholesaler who has many warehouses located in different locations will stock the producer’s goods in those warehouses and thereby end up in distributing the goods to different parts of the country. On the other hand a retailer also aids in distribution of products through availing the producer’s goods to consumers. Retailers are strategically located in areas where consumers can easily access the goods they are selling and therefore the goods are distributed at ease. While the wholesaler sells goods to retailers, industries and institutions among others, the retailer on the other hand sells them to the consumer through breaking the bulk. It is important to note that distribution plays a very important role in marketing as it enable consumers to get goods at convenient places thus acting as a link between the customers and the manufactures as well as other players in the supply chain (Pride, & Ferrell, pp. 99). The distribution approach is however changing from what it used to be traditionally whereby products were produced and pushed down to a supply chain to a pull strategy through which the customer needs are identified, a product is designed to meet those needs and therefore the product just pulls itself down the supply chain to reach the target customer. This new strategy is often referred to as pull strategy a
Introduction Lifelong learning may be advocated as a response to economic and technological change in relation to education workplace and the notions of advanced liberalism and a teacher as an accountable professional in an education ‘market place’, it is necessary to define a number of key terms in the essay which have relation to lifelong learning. This essay will also encompass a social-cultural aspect by means of expanding and identifying the differences between neo-liberalism and advanced liberalism. Lifelong learning has been also advocated through the economical and technological changes that also happen in relation to advanced liberalism and the existed Australian schooling system. The ways in which diversity, equity and inclusivity are promoted and distinguished will be also evaluated in order to explain the process of facilitation consultative, collaborative, and critical relationships across diverse learning environments, communities and cultures. The discourse and development that is determined by the devolution and understanding of advanced liberalisms in relation to lifelong learning and the teacher as an accountable professional in an educational market place will be discussed as well. Lifelong Learning Concept: Key Terms Lifelong education presupposes an idea of constant knowledge exchange due to which people store information and help their generations to make use of the already made achievements properly. This process may be one of the most successful examples of devolution that is defined by Whitty (1998) as a successful passing down through a number of stages. The first introduction to lifelong learning can be seen through the works of John Dewey who promoted a curriculum focused on lifelong learning. In such learning children are to be prepared for success through personal, intellectual, and social development (Westbrook, 1991). This concept was introduced by the UNESCO in the early 1970s as a means of equalizing earning and responding with the social demands greater opportunities (“Extending learning opportunities: adult education and lifelong learning,” 2001, p. 31). Crick and Wilson (2005) state continuous learning takes place during one’s lifespan including formal and informal education and self-directed learning. Such knowledge is essential within the liberal doctrine, in which a new relation can be witnessed between the government and knowledge, in which learning is only a part of such knowledge flowing around a diversity of apparatuses (Miller & Rose, 2008, p. 204). In the context of Australia, such knowledge should aim at maintaining the countries economy competitive in the global economy, where the latter should be achieved through linking the country’s future progress with being the “clever country” (Reich,
SWOT Analysis The SWOT analysis for Saudi Aramco is constructed based on personal perceptions and judgments – it represents the current state of the organization and its future evolvements. It should be noted that Saudi Aramco is a major company that is often mentioned as one of the leading businesses in Saudi Arabia and the world (Gharamah, Noordin, Ali, & Brohi, 2018). Therefore, its strong and weak sides also have a global impact and shape its future opportunities along with world-wide trends. Strengths One of the major Saudi Aramco’s strong sides is its size of production. Furthermore, the company has a wide reach of its projects which directly affect the situation not only on the local but also on the global market. The organization’s academic and technological advancements are also among its strengths. Saudi Aramco shows that scholarly research is vital is creating a new path for the business. Finally, the promotion of sustainable practices has to be mentioned as well. Saudi Aramco’s focus on the environment allows it to become more reliable, future-oriented, and stable than its competitors. Weaknesses While the company’s impact on the market is substantial, its reliance on crude oil sales highly affects the profitability of Saudi Aramco. If the importance of the oil market decreases, the business’ earnings will fall drastically, virtually rendering Saudi Aramco’s efforts insignificant. Although this scenario is highly unlikely, the organization should not ignore the problem of dependency of one product. The second possible weakness lies in the low level of transparency of all operations due to the corporate governance structure established in the business. The framework may become a barrier for future collaborations with other companies which demand higher levels of transparency from their partners. Opportunities With its current and future resources and technological advancements, Saudi Aramco has many opportunities for growth. First of all, its place in the international market can be strengthened with the rising demand and energy consumption levels. Oil production is one of the pillars of the global economy. Thus, Saudi Aramco can use its position to shape the future of this sector. Secondly, the company’s focus on the environment can help it lead others in pursuing sustainable initiatives. Practices can be improved and changed to ensure that Saudi Aramco stays the leader in the field of innovation. Threats The main threat to the business’ current and future endeavors is the rising interest in renewable energy. If the market changes with the introduction of new affordable renewable sources, Saudi Aramco’s position may be devalued. While this shift may not occur quickly, it should not be disregarded as impossible. Rising population levels and depleting reserves of the planet can explain the need for renewable energy sources. Moreover, other countries’ pursuits to compete in the market of crude oil sales can also decrease the global m
Dating denotes a phase in life where two people, mostly of the opposite sex, meet with the view of establishing a passionate or sexual link. The issue of dating has been evolving with time. For instance, in the 1950-1960s, dating was done modestly where people had to meet physically to begin a relationship. No cell phones and social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram were available for use as a basis for establishing dating, as it is witnessed today where people are embracing online dating (Massa, 2013). Dating rituals controlled how men handled women during the courtship period whose focus was on marriage. Men and women of those days observed the dating rituals. Dating mostly happened in places such as soda fountains and jukeboxes. Today, dating has taken a different dimension where everyone across the world is socially connected. This paper deploys the Filter Theory to discuss the early dating rituals, including their merits and demerits. It also compares the early dating customs with the current dating civilization. Advantages of Early Dating Rituals Until the early 1970s, the issue of dating depicted a stringent and gendered code of manners (Casa, 2016). Males were bestowed with the responsibility of initiating dates. They were also expected to pay for all dating expenses (Brian, 2017). On the other hand, females held on until the relevant partner came to request a date out. Early dating rituals emphasized the issue of manners. In the 1950s and 1960s, good manners were an advantage to society since it promoted acceptable morals among the dating partners. During those days, it was unacceptable to burden a woman with the task of pushing a man to start date. In other words, the man received his due recognition as the potential head of a family (Casa, 2016). Besides, a woman would never turn down a date without a tangible reason. She could even introduce her partner to her parents, a move that promoted trust and respect to parents. The male partner would enquire from the female’s parents about the suitability of him starting a date with their daughter. The goal was to avoid provoking the in-laws-to-be, especially when they realize that the man had been having a date with their child without their awareness. Having such well-founded behaviors among dating partners was again to society since the parties could develop into responsible future parents (Casa, 2016). According to Hancock (2016), being steady was a crucia
Rex Ryan has over the years earned himself mixed credibility as a person and as a leader but he is mostly recognized for his achievements as a football coach for the New York Jets having lead them to victory time after another. He was born in Ardmore Oklahoma back in 1962 and is the son to Doris and Buddy Ryan and twin brother to Rob Ryan all associated with different football teams in the country, and holding different leadership positions at one time or another. As early as at the age of six, Rex Ryan had already developed a huge interest in football coaching but started out as a player when he was a University student and worked his way through the ranks, from a defensive line coach in 1999, to a defensive coordinator in 2005, then assistant coach in 2008 and finally to head coach in 2009 (Kroessler 286). This development in his career path took place in several teams until he became head coach for the New York Jets. As a coach and leader, Rex Ryan’s leadership abilities stem from his profound knowledge of the game and his personality. From his knowledge, he is able to lead his team to victories and from his personality he motivates his players to play the best way they can and most importantly to enjoy playing the game. He does not impose on them to perform but this does not mean that they do not because at the end of they day, the players are accountable to themselves, their team mates, their coach and most importantly to their fans. He guides them on how to perform on the pitch and at the same time enjoy the game (Gross para. 8). He always exudes confidence in his team and talks about them and to them in an enthusiastic manner. This is important for any coach and team leader as it exhibits confidence and appreciation for the team players and motivates them to do better. It also encourages team supporters to stand by their team because when the team leadership is confident about the abilities of his team it translates to confidence on the part of the fans and team members. Rex Ryan also advocates for cohesiveness between his team members and the team leadership and this encourages flow of communication and in effect ideas. When team leaders are inflexible and overbearing on their team members they are likely to experience rebellion, lack of coordination and lack of commitment from team members which leads to failure for the team as a whole. This kind of failure reflects badly on the team leadership and the abilities of the leaders to lead their team in the achievement of their goals and objectives. Rex Ryan works with the team and does not take full credit of their performance. That is he acknowledges their input and this helps motivate his players to do even more. He is known for his strictness on team members who do not perform and has often been quoted as saying that as long as one does not perform, then he has no business of being part of the team (Gross pa
Corporate learning is a phenomenon that promotes the development of unique employee talents and career aspirations. With the advent of technology, new technologies and models are to be introduced into the workplace areas. In order to design the outline for employees working for The Body Shop Company, it is critical to choose those instruments that would meet their needs. In particular, this paper proposes a three-day learning plan with a focus on methods, timeline, and learning management system (LMS) importance. Proposed Methods and Technologies To ensure that the employees would receive the necessary information and master their communication and relationship-building skills, three sessions would be offered in three different days. The first sessions would take place based on the method of the integrated collaborative workspace. The task of the instructor / educator is to prepare relevant topics to be discussed, such as conflict resolution tips, trust-building, and / or value co-creation (Nelis, 2014). The virtual platform where the members of a team can work in collaboration and share information is to be chosen from the following options: Google Docs, Sharepoint, or Zoho. The managers should be asked to upload documents and share them with employees, while the latter are expected to learn them and note any questions or suggestions. The second session would be devoted to discussing knowledge and skills learned by employees in terms of the previous session. In particular, the method of web-conferencing seems to provide vivid opportunities for live meetings via the Internet, using such technology as WebEx Meeting Center, Slack, or Skype for Business (Li & Zheng, 2014). The WebEx Meeting Center is one of the most preferable online platforms that are distinguished by its feature of keeping the conference-related content after the meeting. In addition, the mentioned technology allows for resizing the screen and moving it if required. The selection of web-conferencing and WebEx Meeting Center can also be justified by means of the cost-benefit analysis that is provided in the next section of this paper. These tools create an environment that promotes connectedness and team spirit. The third training session is to be based on the use of microblogs, namely, Twitter. This last session would serve as the opportunity to share opinions and collectively identify further needs and changes. For example, the instructor would incorporate the community for discussing the activity of serving a client to understand his or her product preferences. The activities designed by the educator can be informally considered by employees,
Introduction Business activities are not solely established to generate profits for the investors and other stakeholders. The role of a business activity is to benefit the investor and also the community where the business is located. It is necessary to note that a business that actively participates in social activities maintains positive relations with the community. Without corporate social responsibilities a business will not achieve the benefits of healthy relations with the community. In addition, corporate governance and ethics are key issues that determine the performance of businesses. This report presents an overview of the role of corporate governance, social responsibility and ethic and ways of improving service delivery. Case Study 1: Tainted-Baby-Milk Scandal in China This case study explores a situation where a company has supplied poisoned milk to the market. This was as a result of the presence of harmful chemicals that were alleged to cause kidney stones in infants. The baby powder milk supplied by China’s biggest dairy plant Sanlu Group caused the death of three children and subjected more than 6200 to kidney infections. This was not the first case of food contamination China has experienced. In 2007 there was a similar case of pet food poisoning that took long before the products were recalled. It seems that food poisoning is becoming a common problem in China and this issue raises questions regarding the role of the department of health and standards in China. However, the most shocking aspect about this incidence is the manner this problem was handled. The New Zealand Dairy Cooperative Fonterra got wind of this incidence on august but blames the Chinese authorities for delaying to recall the products. The Chinese Health Ministry announced came into existence by announcing in mid September that the baby powder milk was contaminated and gave the public the shocking statistics. Andrew Ferrier, the chief executive officer of Fonterra put a brave face and blamed the Chinese systems for the delay. Even though, Zhang Zhenling offered an apology to the affected families he did not justify the delay in recalling the poisoned milk formula. Parents had raised questions regarding this product in March. China has had several instances of food poisoning including the 2004 incidence where 13 babies died, the 2007 discovering of poisonous fish, tooth paste, drugs and toys. Fonterra’s Liabilities and Responsibilities This company has several liabilities and responsibilities regarding the incidence of food poisoning that became a global issue. Human life is more important than all other aspects of life. However, this company has failed the integrity and liability tests regarding product and service qualities. First this company has failed the compliance and value based culture that is traditionally supposed to steer companies to produce products based on value prescriptions. It produced subs
Introduction The belief that Black students have worse performance in math in comparison with their White classmates has taken root among teachers, students, curriculum developers and researchers. It is possible to assume that it rises from the first years of the “post- Brown v. Board of Education case” period when the “separate but equal” doctrine and segregation in education were declared unconstitutional (Martin 121), and when Black and White students began to learn together. Today many pedagogues have accepted this statement as given and adapt their teaching activity to it. Nevertheless, today the question of Black students’ poor achievement in mathematics remains burning: understanding its validity and, if it is valid, its essence and source is very important, as it may give teachers valuable background for developing appropriate approach to teaching Black students. Besides, this knowledge may be valuable for Black students themselves to enhance their self-efficacy. The purpose of this research is to find whether there is the evidence of the math performance gap between Black and White students and, if we find that it exists, to throw ling upon its origin. There are several hypotheses that we need to check:  1. The mathematics performance gap between Black and White students exists.  2. The existing gap between Black and White students is caused by cultural or cognitive peculiarities of Black students’ thinking and learning.  3. The existing gap between Black and White students is caused by Black students’ low motivation to studying mathematics.  4. The existing gap between Black and White students is caused or aggravated by the commonly accepted negative stereotype.  5. The existing gap is caused or aggravated by some other factors. We will observe sources devoted to the topic of our research and test these hypotheses. Existence of Math Performance Gap Several studies corroborate the statement about existence of the math performance gap between Black and White students; quantitative evaluation of their performance had been carried out for several decades. According to Rothman, the gap has reduced substantially during the 1970s-80s, but in the late 80s, the progress “stalled” (cited in United States Commission on Civil Rights 9). In 2000, the gap still existed: while about 40 per cent of white 4th grade students’ math performance was at or above proficient, only 5 per cent of Black students performed at the same level (10). Moreover, Fuetsch and Ware (in Hayman and Ware 307) state that during the investigation carried out between 1995 and 2004, each year the gap was bigger than in the beginning of the observation at least in one of the observed grades. We may also allude to the fresher data on the discussed problem. According to the results of the 2006 investigation of school students’ tests results presented in (Anderson), Black students were 41 points behind non-Hispanic students. Paige and Witty (35) state that in 2007, the difference between a number of White and Black fourth graders who performed at or above the proficient level was 51 per cent White versus 15 per cent Black; in