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The emerging technologies have changed the general way of life of humankind. One of the factors that technology has had a serious bearing on is instruction. Instruction is very important in daily life of an individual. Instruction cannot be avoided, irrespective of one’s age, financial status or the position held in the society. In one way or another, there will be an instruction that one would have to follow in order to get the desired results. To students, instruction is the way of life. Students have to follow instruction right from the time they set their foot into the school compound. There will be instruction on how to manage time, which place to be at specific times and many other issues that would require instructions to be followed. One of the main areas where instruction is vital to a student is when handling an exam, an assignment, or other such related activities. Success or failure of a student would start by following or failure to follow instruction. Technology has played a very important role in the process of delivering instructions. It is now possible to record an instruction in an audio-visual or in hard copes like in a paper, thanks to technology. A student can go through the recorded instruction severally in order to be acquainted wi
Summary Proper management of resources of an organization both physical and human resources is one of the crucial initiatives imperative for the purpose of its survival. The success and performance of an organization is dependent upon the management of its available resources. However, the management of these resources differs from organization to organization depending on the industry a business entity is operating. The above provided case study provides an insight of a unique and peculiar industry, hotel industry where the management of resources is slightly different from other industries. It is unique in the sense that most of the assets in the industry have a very short lifespan and the high chances of theft and fraudulent activities involved in the industry (Branson & Lennox, 1989 ) . There is nothing hard like managing the resources of a hotel and cont rolling the costing elements bearing in mind that most of the products in a hotel may not have standard costs and therefore some dishonest employees or managers may manipulate some prices for their own personal gains. The manager of a hotel must be very keen in ensuring high standards are maintained to achieve the most important goals, which are customer satisfaction and maximization of owners’ equity hence increasing the profitability in the hotel (Jones, 2002). The assets of the hotel must be used in a way that will guarantee desirable returns to its owners. The manager should be proactively involved in close monitoring of all the physical assets and prevent unexpected losses. For instance, there are fragile assets involved in the hotel industry that can bring about huge losses if not properly monitored (Jones & Jawell, 1998). On the bar wing of the hotel there are always drinks that are contained in very fragile bottles that can easily break not to mention the other side of the hotel where the foods might be handled using glass materials that are also highly fragile. If considerable care is not taken in these medium-term assets, they can impact negatively on the performance of a hotel (Kreek, 1978). There are always challenges involved in the management of hotel’s property to maximize the profitability. This is because the industry itself is regulated by certain rules and regulations that have to be fully complied with. In some countries, there are laws that stipulate specific hours for alcohol consumption and any one found violating this law could face serious prosecution. Therefore, some assets in the hotel remain unproductive for quite some time and the.manager should implement a strategy that will ensure this time is compensated. The hotel manager must also ensure there are set standards that will enable in determination of whether the intended goals are being adequately met (Lawson, 1995). The actual/achieved standards must be measured against the set standards and the resultant deviation that may be f
The development of globalization processes accentuated the role of such concepts as equality and diversity in organizations. In order to understand the impact of these phenomena on the organization’s progress and its operations in the industry, it is necessary to discuss equality and diversity in detail. Equality is associated with the idea of equal opportunity when each person has the right to access and use resources available to everyone (Richard, Roh, & Pieper, 2013). In addition, the idea of equality in the society and organization is also associated with the fair treatment when all people are discussed as having the same possibilities, rights, and duties (Martin, 2014). In its turn, diversity can be defined in the context of differences that make all individuals unique (Richard et al., 2013). These differences are related to age, gender, race, social status, and many other factors that are elements of diversity, and they are important for social and organizational frameworks. Equality and diversity are discussed as connected notions because equality can be achieved in a case when diverse persons are treated in the same manner, but they are also regarded as individuals with their own attributes, needs, and interests. From this point, diversity means that all people are different, and they should be treated with respect in spite of their particular features. In this context, the notion of diversity is connected with the idea of equality. In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the promotion of equality and diversity in organizations is also one of the critical tendencies of the modern business world, and its aspects need to be discussed (Al-Jenaibi, 2012). The principles of equality and diversity are promoted in many modern organizations, and it is important to evaluate specific competing drivers that contribute to incorporating diversity into the strategy of the UAE-based company and discuss the elements of diversity in relation to the labor market. Competing Drivers for Incorporating Diversity into the Strategy Diversity in organizations became actively discussed during the recent
Introduction The film “From Prada to Nada” portrays the issue of inequality in the American film industry. Different actors play various roles in this movie. According to many Latino artists, the roles availed to members of their culture are stereotypical. Many Film Directors have always failed to select the right actors for every targeted role. This strategy has made it impossible for such actors to achieve their goals in life. This paper examines the stereotypical nature of the roles given to Mexican actors. Chicano and American Film Industry Individuals from Mexico or non-Latinos usually play the role of Latino characters in various films (Schweinitz 48). This development is notable in the film “From Prada to Nada.” To begin with, the film explains how more Latinos play different roles in the film industry. However, the most disappointing fact is that most of these Latinos play various stereotypical roles in the film. For instance, Mary and Nora play vital roles that give the film a new meaning. These two characters live in East L. A. with their family members. They eventually find it impossible to achieve their goals in this community. These characters eventually find themselves in poverty ( From Prada to Nada ). The existence of discrimination has made it impossible for many Latinos and Mexican-Americans to achieve their goals. This film also shows how different immigrants have distanced themselves from their cultural beliefs and lifestyles. For example, many Latino characters want to achieve their goals without associating with relatives. The majority of the “neighborhoods portrayed in the film are defined by crime, enmity, and fear” (Schweinitz 52). The supporting characters in the film portray the challenges affecting Latino society ( From Prada to Nada ). Some Latinos also join various gangs or engage in unacceptable practices. These Latinos have failed to realize their goals due to such problems. The portrayal of non-Latinos in the film also demoralizes every adorable Mexican actor. Stereotyping remains a critical problem in every Mexican-American film. Many actors from non-targeted cultures play the role of Mexican characters. The presentation of Camilla Belle as Nora Dominguez supports this fact. The film has several stereotypical aspects that make it unprofessional. For example, it treats Latinos as weak and inferior. Such Latinos do not get any meaningful or positive roles in the film. The film offers a negative portrayal of materialism. It is, therefore, agree that the film fails to promote the best ethical standards” (Schweinitz 64). The video clips of Dolores del Rio, Anthony Quinn, Edward James Olmos, and Cantinflas also contribute a lot to these stereotypes. These actors are not part of the Latino community, thus forcing new individuals “to play different roles that should have been availed to various Chicano actors” (Schweinitz
Introduction The industrial revolution in France took part later in the 19 th century, and it was associated with slow growth compared to the growth in industrialization in other European nations. France has always relied on the Agriculture sector for the growth in GDP. While the modern France has seen tremendous growth in the industrial sector, agriculture is still one of the most important economic activities for the generation of revenue for the government. The major agricultural regions in France include the North Western region, where there are fertile soils and reliable rainfall. The central part of the nation is not fertile, which makes it appropriate for other economic activities like manufacturing. Macro Performance Over the years, France has developed an advanced mining industry, which produces coal, bauxite, and iron, among many other minerals. The industrial sector in the company is also characterized by the development of machinery, automobiles, aircraft, and electronics among many other technological products. The tourism industry in France has also traditionally been one of the sources of revenue for the government. France has many natural and man-made types of scenery that attract visitors from different parts of the world. The diversity in economic activities in France has helped the nation to increase its gross domestic product (GDP), and it is currently one of the most economically developed nations in the world. France is the second largest economy in the Eurozone, and it ranks seventh in the world. Since the 1950s, the growth rate of the GDP of the nation averaged 0.79% annually, and the highest growth rate recorded was 7.7% in 1968. France had a GDP of $2829.19 billion in 2014, and it experienced a 1.1% growth in GDP in 2015 ( France GDP 2016). It is apparent that the GDP from the service industry had the highest contribution to the national GDP. The manufacturing and agriculture industry also had significant contributions to the national GDP. The third quarter of 2015 recorded 111.32 index points in France, and it increased to 111.66 Index Point in the fourth quarter. This is the highest growth in productivity recorded since 1950 in the nation. The unemployment rate in the nation was 10.30% in the fourth quarter, which was a 0.1% decrease from the third quarter of 2015. There was no significant change in the cost of labor in France in 2015, but there was a wage growth of about 0.2% ( France Productivity 2016). The highest inflation rate recorded in France since 1950 was 18.8% in 1958, and the lowest inflation rate was -0.7% in 2009. Current data reveals that the inflation rate in France was 0.51%, and there was a slight decrease in this value in 2015. The cost of energy and manufactured products has been decreasing in the economy, whereas the cost of food products has remained the same over the past several years. The cost of services has also been stable ( France Inflation Rate 2016). France has been notorious in incurring a high budget deficit in the Eurozone, and the concerned authori
Introduction This report will outline the significance of customer research decision making when it comes to the Australian Westfield Shopping Malls in comparison with Chadstone shopping center. Research into customer satisfaction decision making is crucial for any marketing manager that aims at driving up the sales figures that are recorded at his organization. The Australian Westfield Limited owns modern malls both in New Zealand and Australia under a common international brand known as the Westfield Corporation. The report will first dwell on the retail chain’s marketing objectives followed by the information that is needed to complete effective research. However, it won’t be complete without having a look at some of the main pitfalls that the marketing manager should be concerned about during the entire period that the research is ongoing. The final section will highlight the significance of the marketing manager’s role during the entire marketing research and implementation phase. Objectives of the research The main objective of this particular research is to better inform the Australian Westfield Shopping mall’s marketing department and manager of the changing consumer trends. The exercise will also seek to identify the current consumer response to the organization’s goods and services. It will also be a good chance for the marketing manager to evaluate the company’s reputation versus that of its main co
The American healthcare system is one of the best in the world. However, the hastily rising cost of medical care has shut out a substantial segment of the public from accessing rudimentary medical services. One of factors that have contributed to rising medical care costs is the rising number of healthcare-related lawsuits. Moreover, insurance premiums for medical care negligence are on the rise at Fort Lauderdale in Florida. Physicians are encountering elevated costs of insurance due to court proceedings. As a result, majority of Americans, especially elderly women with disabilities are increasingly at risk of not being able to afford costly healthcare services. Thus, the wrecked system of litigation has increased the cost of medical care that elderly women with disabilities pay, via insurance premiums and out-of-pocket payments (Briant, 2002, p.2). This has reduced the number of doctors at Fort Lauderdale who are willing to offer their services for low income patients, particularly the elderly and disabled women aged over 60 years. As a result, the cost of medical care for these individuals has gone up (Department of Health, 2002, p.5). There are several conditions that a person must fulfill in order to qualify for Medicaid program Fort Lauderdale in Florida. The Social Security Administration makes decisions on individuals eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) plan. The SSI recipients residing in Florida qualify automatically for Medicaid program. Female adults aged over 60 years and meet the SSI asset and income criteria are eligible for the SSI program at Fort Lauderdale (Florida Medicaid, 2009, p.10). There are several Medicaid programs at Fort Lauderdale; in Florida that cover medical needs for elderly and disabled women in Florida. For example, the Medicaid for the Aged and Disabled provides cover for women aged above 60 years. In addition, their disposable incomes must be less than 87% of the Federal Poverty Level (Florida Medicaid, 2009, p.12). The Refugee Program provides cover for elderly women aliens who qualify under a special general support program. The Institutional Care Program offers cover for elderly women that need nursing services, extended institutional care and intermediary care services for elderly women aged above 60 years. Some of the Home and Community Based Services are usually relinquished for several special programs that permit Medicaid to offer HCBS to elderly and disabled females who require hospitalization without these services. Fort Lauderdale has several HCBS waiver programs. These include: Adult Day Health; Adult Cystic Fibrosis; Aged and Disabled Adult; Assisted Living for the Elderly; and Developmental Disabilities. There are also a number of Medicaid programs with restricted benefits for elderly women with disabilities. For example, the Emergency Medicaid for Aliens provides emergency medical services for the elderly if they do not ha
Introduction The incentive system of compensation at Lincoln Electric has not been working well as evidenced by the case. However, there are various alternative solutions which can salvage the situation. These include the objective and subjective performance measures which provide various solutions in determining which incentive systems are suitable for this company. Objective performance measurements The performance measures are determined by both controllable and uncontrollable factors and this places the employees at a disadvantage as their compensation package may be affected adversely by factors beyond their control. For instance, employees at the Lincoln Electric factory are paid according to the quality of pieces they produce. In case they are hospitalized for several months and at the same time the stock prices and profits fall their income is greatly reduced. To cater for employees whose compensation is at high risk the company should have a standard pay. In addition, the pay by piece policy should stay in place only for products that are manufactured above the set target. This way workers will be well compensated incase of uncontrollable factors and this would work extremely well in areas that are prone to natural disasters like Japan and Indonesia. As Lincoln Electric expands worldwide, it needs to revise its incentive system as it ventures into disaster prone areas where the uncontrollable factors affect productivity. An objective performance measurement faces challenges especially where many tasks have to be measured. Some are hard and others easy to measure and this causes an alignment problem. There is also a problem with interdependency where individual effort is hard to measure within a group effort. The type of performance measurement at Lincoln Electric is objective-based thus experiencing the controllability, alignment and inter- dependency problems. However, Lincoln Electric management can work with the objective performance measure to determine the best compensation and a practical incentive plan. To deal with the controllability problem, the management can try to harness or influence those factors that are causing this problem in the system (Hall, 2001). This would work best especially in new markets where they have been using other incentive systems and compensation methods. If the employees feel that they are unable to perform at the desired level due to issues affecting the suppliers, the management can influence the suppliers to become more effective in the delivery of raw materials. This can be done by developing incentives that will motivate them to be timely and organized in their deliveries. This eliminates the intensity of the uncontrollable factors in case the per piece work rate pay is to be i
Introduction Countries across the globe continue to promote the need to ban smoking in enclosed and public places. The paper states that cigarette smoking in public and enclosed places should be banned because it does not only harm people’s health but also causes diseases and affects both the active and the passive smokers . The first part of the paper will address effects of tobacco smoking on personal health and the economy. This will be followed by a discussion on the ban of tobacco smoking in Jamaican public and enclosed places. Finally, the impact of the ban will be highlighted. Effects of smoking According to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (n.d), smoking increases the chances of coronary heart disease, stroke, and lung cancer. The CDC maintains that thickening of blood vessels increases heart beating and blood pressure. On the other hand, stroke occurs due to blockage or collapse of veins supplying the brain. Furthermore, blood clots prevent blood to be supplied to the heart leading to heart attack. Moreover, tobacco smoking results in poor health, consequently reducing productivity of an individual. In the same line, cost of healthcare services is increased since a smoker has to seek for medical attention on several occasions. To add on this, smoking affects bone development, teeth, fertility, and increases the risk for cataracts. In brief, tobacco smoking is not good to overall health of a person. Ban of smoking in Jamaica In a research by Brown (2013), Jamaica instituted a law to regulate smoking in enclosed public places. The policy is in line with international responsibilities, i.e., to reduce tobacco usage and exposure. Some of these smoke-free zones recognized by the law are workplaces, recreational as well as educational centres, bus terminus, and several other public places ( Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids , 2014). In a move to reinforce the regulation, Jamaica opted for vigorous public education starting with schools. Such campaigns would serve the purpose of creating awareness on limits of the law and the catastrophic effects of tobacco smoking on people’s health and environment (Linton, 2014). Impact of the ban Following the ban on tobacco smoking, Steele (2013) notes a 30 % decline in sales that accompanied the confusion on where a person is allowed to smoke according to the law. At the same time, there was a drop in consumption due to an increase in price of tobacco in response to inflation and devaluation. As a retort to declining sales, manufacturers resort to innovation to rejuvenate and re-engage with their customers. One of the innovations attracts the consumers with the new cigarette’s menthol flavour and smell. The operation of the innovative product is such that a smoker taps the tip of the stick to activate a capsule releasing extra menthol. Conclusion The essay demonstrates that tobacco smoke is harmful to overall health of active smoker and passive smokers. Specifically, it has negative effect on blood circulation, respiratory organs, and several other critical organs. Tobacco smoke is also