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Introduction Logistics is one of the most significant components of the operations of business organizations. A full-fledged logistic system can take an organization to the path of sustained growth. Logistics can be defined as “strategically managing the procurement and movement of goods and storage of inventory in all forms.” (What is logistics? What does it mean to projects, 2001, Definition, para.1) Logistics management is a challenging task in today’s business world. The application of modern technology in logistics management by business organizations will improve the performance of the logistics system as well as the organization as a whole. In a food company, proper logistics management plays a crucial role, as most of the items traded in the F&B industry are highly perishable. Here, the timely movement of goods plays a key role in the business. An overview of U.S. Foodservice U.S. Foodservice is the #2 foodservice supplier in the U.S., offering worldwide food services. The company mainly supplies food products like meats, frozen foods, dry foods, seafood, etc., to hotels, restaurants, etc. The company’s “Suppliers.usfood.com is a powerful e-business information delivery vehicle—a pathway to exciting new information capabilities for the U.S. Foodservice® supplier community. Available 24/7, this site offers a fast and reliable way to access invoice and compliance reports to be searched, printed, and downloaded for easy analysis whenever you have time.” (Suppliers, 2009, para.1). Technology improves the management of logistics In the modern world, where technology is growing at a fast pace, modernization has to play a pivotal role in effective logistics management. Technology can help logistics in many ways for improving its efficiency in every industry, including the food industry. Food items cannot be kept for a long period of time due to their perishing nature. Factors like appropriate temperature, well-cleaned machines, packaging, and distribution are required to be considered while storing food items. Bob Howard in U.S. Foodservice used a wide range of knowledge and technology for the day-to-day functioning of U.S. Foodservice, mainly in the areas of packaging and distribution. As in the case of U.S. Foodservice, information technology has helped a lot in their logistics activities, especially in obtaining information about the suppliers, staff, technology, etc. About $300000 has been spent by U.S. Foodservice Company on its technology which has entailed tremendous changes in its business facility. These can be described as follows:   * The advent of Voxware’s Voice Logistics shows the efficiency of technology which helped in the control of the distribution center. It “is a voice-direct
Abstract This topic, the right to die, has stirred a huge debate in the past years with both the pro-groups and cons-groups tabling strong arguments to support their case. Physicians find themselves at the center of this debate with many finding themselves in a dilemma. While in training they look the Hypocritical oath to sustain life. But they now wonder if they are also responsible for terminating it upon being requested by a patient. There is also the principle of self-determination whereby a person had the right to choose the course of his life. A patient has the right to choose whether or not he wants to endure the mental and physical suffering that comes with terminal illnesses. Introduction Euthanasia, merciful killing, physician-assisted suicide and right to die with dignity are all expressions denoting a topic that is becoming increasingly dear to scholars, health care providers and their patients. The moral dilemma surrounding the subject of right to die have stirred a heated debates nationwide and also in other parts of the world over the years. It has been argued that it is more humane to let someone choose their own way out rather than leave them to their fate, which normally is a lonely and excruciatingly painful death. However, this leads to the age-old question, who has the right to define who is fit to live or die? Literature Review The Roman Catholic Church has always been against the termination of life whether in abortion or in suicide. In his article, Richard L. Warsnop says the Roman Catholic Church restated its opposition to euthanasia in a papal encyclical letter on human life issues. In the letter, “Evangelium Vitae” (Gospel of life), pope John Paul II said that forgoing ‘extraordinary or disproportionate” measures to keep a terminally ill person alive is “not the equivalent of suicide or euthanasia”. It expresses acceptance of the human condition in the face of death.” He further said that merciful killing is false mercy as true mercy would lead one to want to share the pain and not terminate a life because he is unable to share in the pain (Worsnop R, 1995). The Jewish law forbids euthanasia and regards it as murder. It is against the shortening of a life whether or not it will end very soon. However it allows a doctor to remove anything preventing a dying soul from departing. Rabbi Moshe Feinstein and Rabbi Shlomo Zalman Averbach say that a patient should not be kept alive by artificial use such as the use of a life support machine or ventilator where the treatment does not cure the illness but just prolongs the patient’s life temporarily. Kenneth Jost says in his article that the right-to-life groups are unhappy with the government willing acceptance to back physician –assisted suicides based on a diminished quality of life as in the case of physical and mental disabilities. They also argue that a physician can choose to end life after deciding that the life of the patient is of diminished quality and therefore it does not deserve to be prolo
Background Paper Religious diversity and its impact on the community have been some of the most popular topics of discourse in the last couple of decades. This was primarily caused by a growing share of ethnic immigrant communities in the developed countries of Europe and the United States. It is, therefore, crucial for public service workers to understand the difficulties associated with the management of multi-religious communities and to learn more about how to address these difficulties effectively. Rationale Religious persecution and the widespread neglect of religious diversity originated from the increase in terror attacks and the events of 9/11, which led to the increased alienation of religious minorities, religious persecution, and even hostility (Friedman and Cannon 1379). However, whereas there are a lot of provisions aimed at protecting the public from possible terror attacks, there are no widespread practices to address religious diversity and religious persecution that were also the results of terror attacks. For example, Spalek argues that the lack of proper jurisdiction to address religion-based hate crime in the UK led to an increase in the said offenses due to the fact that they are not charged as severely as gender-based or race-based hate crimes (4). The primary goal of this project, therefore, is to explore the impact of religious diversity on public safety and community policing and to articulate the need to address religious persecution in order to promote public safety. Review of Primary Sources Given that Muslim groups are among those most affected by religious persecution in the western world, one of the primary forces of this study was Spalek’s work, Islam, Crime, and Criminal Justice. The book provides an overview of the struggles faced by Muslim communities in Europe and the west and outlines the existing policies that are used to promote the safety of multi-religious communities in Britain. Another important source for this paper is Hodge’s article “Social Justice and People of Faith: A Transnational Perspective,” which explores the intersection between social justice and religion, as seen in the field of social work. The article is particularly useful in outlining the challenges that religious diversity poses for public work: for instance, the author argues that the offenses are usually directed to religious people with low social status, that are often marginalized in both international and community policing (Hodge 139). An article by Friedmann and Cannon, which compares public safety policies before and after the 2001 attacks, is also a useful source in outlining the gaps in policing that have to be addressed to promote the security of all people in the community, regardless of their religious beliefs. Finally, articles by Smith and Putnam provide a summary of religious diversity today and its perception in public. For example, Putnam argues that increased diversity leads to social issues, such as “Lower confidence in local government, local leaders and the local news media” (149) and “Less happiness and lower perceived quality of life” (150). Smith, on the other hand,
The correctional and prison system of the US is a hot topic for discussion in modern times. Being one of the most common topics for political manipulation and populist claims, the criminal justice system has become heavily ineffective. According to Harvard Political Review, the US has a shocking 76.6% of prisoners who returned to prison within five years (Benecchi, 2021). This essay aims to show the alternative way of dealing with the correctional system proposed by Brandon Matthews. This concept requires the split between two different tracks of punishment and rehabilitation with the goal of breaking the false link between these two processes. The true nature of the modern American prison system is that it takes its roots in the tradition of punishment. From the ancient Code of Hammurabi to the harsh ways of the death penalty in the 19th century, there was an evolution of practice that the response to violations of law should be strict (TEDx Talks, 2017). As a result, the idea of punishment has become the core aspect of the US correctional system (Carter, n.d.). Brandon Matthews argues that to change the existing state of affairs, there is a need to draw the line between punishment and rehabilitation (TEDx Talks, 2017). In a true sense, punishment requiring a “strict prison environment” should be directed towards criminals who committed serious crimes and used high levels of violence (TEDx Talks, 2017, 5:30). In contrast, people responsible for non-violent crimes should follow the rehabilitation track (TEDx Talks, 2017). Notably, only with the break from the punishment nature of modern prisons can it be effective. However, such prison philosophy can cause criticism and opposition from the relatively high proportion of people, especially those who work in the correctional system. Brandon Matthews told the story when he spoke with a correctional staff member about the practice of rehabilitation, she responded that “they [prisoners] are inmates, not patients” (TEDx Talks, 2017, 9:59). It is evident that combining punishment and rehabilitation in one place does not work correctly. The work with inmates of serious misconduct requires a distinctive type of morality, while the practice in rehabilitation centers demands less strict relationships. In reality, prisoners are true patients whose criminality should be cured before they reenter the communities. In my opinion, the model described by Brandon Matthews is truly legitimate and effective. There is no reason to punish inmates who committed nonviolent crimes with prisons’ strict and demoralizing atmosphere. The primary concern is how this reform will go through the legislature. Evidently, this reform will face the criticism of conservative politicians, who are biased toward any kind of offenders. What is more, the negative attitude toward any prisoners among Americans is also widespread. For example, it is clearly seen how Internet users severely criticize the prison conditions of Anders Breivik, the cruel terrorist who killed 77 people. He has relatively comfortable living conditions in a Norwegian prison,
Red-Bull and its recent developments Red-Bull has broken new ground of energy drinks category all over the world. It became an example of the success story in the soft drink and beverages industry. The brand first tested in 1984 and later launched into the market in 1987. It was during this time that the iconic slogan logo was designed. Red bull was created by Mateschiz a professional and businessman who borrowed the energy drink idea from Asia (Richey, 2001). Mateschizt believed that red bull quality of energy drink will only attract consumers only if it sold on prices above the traditional soft drinks. Within a year of its launch red bull brand has established in Europe and America (Richey, 2001). Today red bull is a world wide brand and a market leader in the energy drinks. Red bulls growth strategy has been attributed to the expansion of its international distributors spread in almost 130 countries. Red bull has also positioned itself as the major sports events sponsors as well as its marketing strategy that targets the younger generation. Sources of Brand Equity for Red bull Red Bull has emerged as the most acknowledged leader in the category of energy drinks. In fact, through Red Bull’s appealing catchphrase ‘Red Bull offers you the wings’, the product is widely undisputed. There are numerous brand equity sources for Red Bull. For instance, Keller (2008) asserts that brands have their powers based on what the clients have in their minds. This implies that, clients best brand equity transpires only when the consumers are highly familiar and have elevated levels of awareness with a particular brand which makes them to hold certain distinctive, favorable and strong products brand relations in reminiscences. When Dietrich Mateschitz first inaugurated Red Bull, he had both the clients and brand equity built in his mind. The creation of Red Bull brand equity incorporated price, position
The answer to the question of whether genetic testing should be limited to certain specific traits and diseases depends strongly on the ethical perspective used as a framework. From the libertarian point of view, it is difficult to justify almost any kind of testing since it opens up the possibility of the privacy breach and violates human rights. The utilitarian perspective, on the other hand, can be used to justify most procedures since they significantly increase the quality of life for both the newborns and their parents. However, certain points can be agreed upon using both approaches. For instance, real health conditions such as Huntington’s disease should not be exempt from testing even though there are no known preventable measures and their impact will not be observable until adulthood (Genetics Generation, n.d.a). While it may look like a violation of the newborn’s rights, we should not forget that parents are responsible for the wellbeing of their children and are to make the necessary decisions. The traits such as height, on the other hand, are not related to health in any meaningful way and should, therefore, be excluded from the list of acceptable justifications for testing (Genetics Generation, n.d.b). Since it can be expected that certain traits, perceived as desirable, will create demand for independent vendors, laws and regulations are necessary to prevent the emergence of such unethical practices. The laws must address the traits that are unrelated to diseases and do not require surgical intervention to be alleviated (therefore, polydactyly should not be excluded). It should also be emphasized that the PGD procedure significantly simplifies the process of achieving a desirable outcome while the test conducted on a pregnant woman offers mostly preventive opportunities. Therefore, the former is to be discouraged in cases where no apparent risk of disease is present.
Naomi Griffiths conducted immense research in the field of Acadian history, and as a result, she documented various publications. “From Migrant to Acadian” is her most recent book documenting her 45-year research, which began when she immigrated to Canada in1956. This started when she met students from the University of London who regarded themselves as Canadian, but was of Acadian descent. It was from them that she learned a bit about the history of Acadians, which then inspired her research (Griffith 15). The book is a continuation of other books previously published and part of its content answers questions raised in other books. Naomi describes the growth of the self-identity of the Acadians from the early times of the arrival of the traders to the period that they experience deportation. The author expresses that a key part of this self-identity was the Acadian desire not only to be consulted when the decision was made but also have a critical part and contribution in the decision making the process. They wanted to be involved in the making of decisions that affected them. Ironically, deportation occurs as a result of the factors that caused the unity and confidence, i.e., the forces that had the relation between the Acadians and the neighboring nations: New England, New France, France, and Britain. Even with the border issues, the Acadians continue to set themselves apart as they developed new cultural, economic, and political norms and traditions which only fostered their desire for self-identity. The book is also related to present issues of local identity and resistance to the phenomenon of globalization that the Acadians expressed. Griffith does not emphasize on the possible effect of the interaction that the Acadians may have had with the British on the former’s traditions. She suggests that the Acadian people may have developed their traditions without the interferences of outside sources excluding some of New England’s colonies (Griffith 128). She explores the developments of the Acadians with the role of the Mikmaq, Malecite, and the Abenaki and their role as the region’s border custodians. She also likens the preservation of identity in various areas such as Wales, Channel Islands and Scotland with Acadia where a central British rule did not impede on local traditions (Griffith 256). The similarity is particularly close between Acadia and Ireland where there was the preservation of religion (Griffith 258). Weaknesses in the British colonial rule encouraged independent thoughts in the state of Massachusetts. Griffith talks about the importance of the role played by the Acadians’ economic activities. She cites that the trade was
Background of the case The case is about motor sports formulae one competition that has been dominated by different companies as sponsors; the case dwells on three main companies that have had contrasting management approach with the sole aim of earning high financial and reputational rewards associated with the sport. Motor sport at premiership level was established in 1945 by the federation Internationale de I’Automobile (FIA) and named it as Formulae 1, in 1950, drivers got the first chance to have a world championship competition that saw reputational and financial rewards exchange hands; the first champion was Giusepper Farina of Italy. Other than the original idea of a sport, the sport emanated to be effective marketing tools to car manufacturers where they would interact with the customers and using the sports to promote their products. In the efforts large sums of money were invested in the sector, for instance in 2006, Renault, Ferrari and McLaren were estimate to have committed between $250 and $350 million to the sport with Toyota believed to have hit $billion. The large sum of money that is used in the sport comes from the company promoting its brand and other third parties. The Strategies Pursued By Ferrari 1975-1978 The company had a strong brand name being among the first companies in the racing world; other than the name, it was able to make some of its parts thus it was making them for the good of their trade. From the onset, the company had the sport as a hobby, thus it was willing to fund the undertaking from its earnings, the company had strong financial base thus it would cater for the needs of the sports effectively. Although Ferrari is one of the most successful motor sports constructors, it hardly has as many sponsors as other companies; they make other range of cars that they get the funds from then invest in the racing sport, from the onset, Ferrari has taken the sport as a hobby that he has the responsibility of funding and making fit. In 1969, Ferrari merged with Fiat was a major boost to financing of the company as it allowed Fiat to make the road machines and Ferrari to concentrate on racing. The company has a number of resources in expertise, physical resources, and experience that offered it an opportunity of being one of the best teams in the industry; the structures were better than those employed by its competitors. One weakness that has been found in the company was its products development approach where the case illustrates that Ferrari relied on information from third parties to model and design their products instead of moving out and fetchin
Blue Velvet by David Lynch is full of scenes which make the viewer feel uncomfortable and even disoriented. The film can be regarded as “the interpretation of the benign surface and malignant depth of an over-controlling rationality” (Nochimson 101). One of the scenes which disorient is the one in the car. The director uses a very closed space, a car, as a mise-an-scene. Even when the men get out of the car, the space is still closed as Jeffrey is in a tight circle of men holding him (Lynch). This kind of mise-en-scene makes people uncomfortable as people need space. People empathize Jeffrey and want him to be saved and let go. Notably, the light also contributes greatly to the creation of a closed atmosphere. Darkness surrounds the characters. There are only two spots of light: the lighted car and the lighted faces of the main characters. Frank uses torch to light up his face which is distorted with anger and some kind of madness. Lynch also enhances the atmosphere of a closed space by placing the characters in a special place. Thus, Jeffrey, Frank and Dorothy are in the closed space with Frank’s henchmen and the girl dancing on the roof of the car around them. The dancing girl and the henchmen are indifferent about the events in the circle. The girl (as well as the henchmen) is absolutely drunk. They are in their own reality. At the same time, the three people in the circle are involved in a really ‘heavy’ scene. Lynch makes people feel uncomfortable as the viewer is anticipating a horrible murder which is postponed by a strange play Frank is playing. Finally, Frank’s madness is another tool which creates the closed atmosphere, which, in its turn, makes the viewer feel uncomfortable and disoriented. The viewer is ‘enclosed’ in Frank’s reality which is quite unperceivable. It is difficult or rather impossible to understand what is going on, but Lynch does not explain anything as he simply makes a movie “the way he felt was right” (Atkinson 11). Notably, reality is not clearer than Lynch’s depiction. Works Cited Atkinson, Michael. Blue Velvet . London: British Film Institute, 1997. Print. Lynch, David, dir. Blue Velvet . De Laurentiis and Entertainment Group, 1986. Film. Nochimson, Martha. The Passion of David Lynch: Wild at Heart in Hollywood . Austin, TX: University of Texas Press, 1997. Print.