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The present paper is devoted to a critical analysis of the article “Making sense of global warming” by Eugene Sadler-Smith (2014). In this paper, the author discusses the question of whether human resource development (HRD) research is capable of finding solutions to the issue of global warming. Sadler-Smith (2014) also employs this discussion to consider the mission of HRD research as well as its ability to offer solutions to significant issues in general. Summary Sadler-Smith (2014) is guided by the notion of “design science” that is aimed at generating practically applicable knowledge, which should be able to guide the resolution of particular “field problems” (p. 387). Some examples of such sciences include medicine and engineering, but Sadler-Smith (2014) argues that human resource management (HRM) and HRD are also capable of fulfilling such aims. The author especially focuses on HRD and demonstrates that the primary goal of the discipline consists in mobilizing people and enabling them to resolve problems, and the issue of global warming is used to illustrate this statement. Sadler-Smith (2014) briefly characterizes the issues connected to global warming (increased amount of water; changes in the Arctic region surface reflectivity; enhanced dynamics of currents; frozen methane being freed and contributing to the greenhouse effect; more frequent and disastrous weather events) and points out the fact that it is a phenomenon that was largely induced by human activity, and that is going to affect the people of future generations. Sadler-Smith (2014) then poses a logical question: “why is so little being done day-to-day by the majority of individuals and organizations” (p. 391), especially since nowadays both scientists and policymakers insist on large-scale changes? To answer this question, the author uses a theoretical cognitive perspective that suggests splitting human cognition into intuitive and analytical systems, where the former processes experience and is more powerful from the point of view of mobilization while the latter works with reflection and analysis and is a less intensive mobilizer. Given the fact that the consequences of the global warming are spatially and temporarily removed from the majority of the globe’s population, this perspective explains why people fail to provide an appropriate response. However, Sadler-Smith (2014) argues that the same perspective can be used to d
Introduction Robotics and AI are widely used today in many companies around the world. Every day, technologies are becoming more and more sophisticated, making it possible to simplify tasks for personnel and increase processes’ efficiency. However, there is a downside to technological perfection – many people fear that AI and robots will supplant white-collar workers, as happened with the decline in blue-collar jobs during the Industrial Revolution. The question of AI’s influence on wider society is often discussed in terms of potential benefits or harms of the broader adoption of technologies. This essay hopes to reach an agreement on a presented question by examining people and technology’s interaction through the lens of organizational theories. In particular, it is proposed to analyze the possible opportunities of introducing technologies for workers and organizations, applying various approaches. Based on the analysis results, it will be possible to conclude how robotics and AI impact society. Critically demonstrate critical awareness of knowledge issues related to the rise of Robots, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) on employees, organization and wider society. Scientific Perspective on Robotics and AI Scientists have different opinions on the positive and negative consequences of the widespread adoption of robotics and AI, but they adhere to one general direction in conducting research. In particular, Li et al. (2019) note the significant impact of employee awareness of AI on turnover intentions. Scientists emphasize that such intentions can be reduced by providing organizational support and creating a competitive psychological climate. Then, Wirtz (2018) examined the interactions of human employees and robotics in the service industry. The scientist concluded that AI services would likely be perceived by customers as commodities, mentioning the example of ATMs. According to the scientist, service robots are also unlikely to become the companies’ primary competitive advantage. This conclusion suggests that the human-focused principle that considers employees as the main competitive advantage will be preserved. Simultaneously, AI data processing and outstanding AI training practices can become another factor in the company’s success. Interestingly, Wirtz (2018) acknowledges that “robots will master cognitive and analytical tasks of unprecedented complexity and will be able to mimic surface acting-type emotions” (p. 7). Therefore, the scientist believes that “cognitive and analytical tasks with low emotional or social complexity will increasingly be performed by service robots” (Wirtz, 2018, p. 7). Besides, services, mainly emotional or social, like psychologists’, nurses, or social workers, will be mostly delivered by humans. Otherwise, cognitively complex tasks and those demanding emotional intelligence will be performed by humans, with the support of robotics and AI. Therefore, an organization will need to learn how to balance AI- and human-performed jobs by implementing ambidextrous management approaches and practices. The need to establish interaction will inevitably arise,
Commercial law refers to how states regulate hiring practices, corporate contracts, manufacturing and sales of goods and services in their jurisdictions. Individual countries have different frameworks of regulating commerce depending on the level of openness in their economies. However, nations use commercial laws in order to make transactions more open and beneficial to participating parties. It thus emerges that countries that let contractual agreements survive without state intervention have impressive business environments that improve economic growth. Concurrent sections of this essay will investigate on existence and extensity of business law in four countries, including, Chile, Netherlands, New Zealand and Egypt. A conclusion analyzing points made shall follow. Chile Chile’s business law is scattered in different statutes, (IBP 36) which is not unusual. Many other countries have several acts that govern commercial activities, whereas others have one common body that does the same job. Acts that govern Chile’s commercial enterprises are divided into several areas of business activities. First, there are those laws that govern the hiring practices in the country. These labor laws have increasingly become important in Chile’s route to development, because they have provided employers with free hands regarding ways to hire, remunerate and terminate labor contracts with laborers. The second groups of commercials Acts are directed at protecting investors from companies, which is done be requesting the latter to consistently file records regarding performance, these acts usually target publicly traded firms. The third group of Acts is targeted at ensuring that contracts between players are respected by all. This is facilitated by another act that was used to establish commercial courts that specifically deal with business disputes. It is in these courts that enterprises and individuals in the country seek legal redress, which is done if speedy manner since no civil disputes are solved there. The lack of centralized body of business law has not affected the country’s efficiency in commercial activities. Netherlands Like Chile, the Netherlands does not have a unified body of commercial law governing business enterprises in the country. However, Dutch’s fragments laws have been the foundations that have facilitated smooth running of the country’s commercial sector for many centuries. Commercial law in the Netherlands is solely directed at creating greater openness in the commercial sector, (Westbroek 316) which has enabled many foreign firms to consider registering in the country. Some other segments of the Netherlands commercial law
In a layman’s language, the term technology is an assortment of techniques. In fact, as a concept, technology itself is extremely wide and ambiguous. Robert Friedel provides his definition of the term in a well-ordered, instructive, and easily understandable manner in his book A Culture of Improvement where he expresses his own opinion. In this book, Freidel introduces the concept of “capturing” in technology, which seeks to elaborate the series of changes involved in the process of technological improvements. He tries to figure out the reasons as to why technology keeps on altering every day activities. He shows the extent to which technology can undergo transformation, as well as the possible results of the technological alterations. While the dynamic changes occur, the positive impact felt based on a variety of enhancements affects the surrounding (Friedel 98). This paper aims at underpinning Freidel’s claim that there existed a “culture of improvement” in western technology by providing examples of such technological improvements. Further, it shows how the improvements are “captured”. Friedel’s book majorly focuses on two key theses. In the first one, he ascertains that, over the past 1000 years, a ‘culture of improvement’ that focuses entirely on technological improvement and the ways in which it can be sustained has been developed in the west. The second thesis is mostly concerned about the rate at which technological change has changed in the past 500 years following the new and more effective methods of making technological improvement a part of the sustained change series. In support of Friedel’s first thesis, there are numerous proofs of the existence of the “capture” of technological improvements that have existed in the western world. The focus on improvement that Freidel takes is important since it explains both the contingent and the contextual character embraced by technological changes, as well as providing an elaborate explanation as to why some of these technological changes catch on while others fail miserably. The technological advancements that shape the world today link well with the tech
Strategic Planning Value Proposition For the last decade, hardware and software have converged toward portable devices such as the iPhone or iPad, and an increasing number of facets of our lives can be controlled through those retina displays. With the ability to collect and store data while also executing dynamic permutations in any real-time setting, wearable technology has quickly made its way into the healthcare domain. It is now recognized as a valuable tool to help patient evaluation, treatment, and management (Godfrey et al. , 2018). As such, wearable devices have seen a significant rise in popularity within the technology industry over the past few years. As a result, product differentiation takes precedence over targeting. By segmenting their audience, they can more precisely target how and where to send products and what to do with their latest design. The Fitbit Surge is unique and differs from other kinds of wearable technology in several ways. Fitbit’s Surge and Charge HR wearable fitness trackers are examples of a current-generation system that uses reflective photo-plethysmography to calculate heart rate (Jo & Dolezal 2016). Additionally, the precision of the physiological data based on activities such as running, jogging, and cycling they provide becomes increasingly important (Jo & Dolezal 2016). Users can be inspired to become more involved through real-time information shown on their smartphones, and they can work with the data in a variety of linked apps. The Fitbit app presents all of the data in an easy-to-understand graphical interface. The surge has a color display and allows you to adjust the watch’s face with reduced alternatives, receive notifications and text messages from your linked smartphone, and monitor audio playback on your computer. Furthermore, it is less expensive than similar health activity detectors from other brands. As such, customers should be encouraged to purchase this product since on the market today, and the best Fitbit a consumer can acquire is the Fitbit Charge 4. This accrues to the fact that it bridges the gap between workout bands and entire activity trackers. It’s easy and inoffensive enough to wear every day, but it’s also equipped with all the features you’
The authors here are trying to test and ascertain certain competing notions hypothesized in different earlier studies as regards the relationships exhibited between quality of product and costs and their overall effect on business performance. In specific terms, the authors seek a deeper clarification on whether it is the achievement of high quality products relative to other competitors or it is the low relative cost position that has the greatest impact on returns to invested capital and through what mechanisms. Secondly, the authors sought to examine and determine the extents at which there are trade-offs or compliments between product quality and cost leadership are as business strategies. Third and finally, the study aims to measure and assess the effectiveness of previous PIMS studies in terms of their correctness in the use and interpretation of key variables in their reports. To achieve all this, the study employs a structural equation methodology to model a causal relationships system of variables that are thought or suspected to have any effect direct or indirect on the hypotheses being tested. This approach makes use of econometric procedures which do also take into account the effect of other undetermined factors on the system an effect that had mostly been left out or assumed in other previous studies. One distinguishing feature and also an added advantage of this study over and above what other similar previous studies have done on the subject, is firstly how the author s appreciate the need to account on any errors of measurements as well as of other key assumptions made to complete the study. To address this problem, the authors use an econometric approach to assess and determine the extent to which any other factors such as measurement errors and assumptions unaccounted for in the model can affect the results of the study. Secondly, the authors appreciate the complexity and the complex nature of studying multiple relationships that impart the same influence on the subject of analysis albeit from different perspectives. In order to address this problem and answer the questions of what, to what extent and how the variables under consideration here affect the results being tested rather than wholesomely put everything in the same basket, the authors use multiple equations to assess each variable individually. This way, the authors are bale to ascertain those factors that have a direct force on the results being tested and those that indirectly influence the results through causal effects. These two additions by the author’s on their model makes it extra appealing for use in other similar studies in the future as in the world of business it is hardly the truth that one factor alone will always lead to the desired performance effect. Rather, it is a complex web of many interrelated factors that the desired effects are
Introduction Many states require organizations to perform work practices that do not cause a risk to the health, and safety of their workers and the community in which they are located. The organization’s management is expected to initiate the risk management process, plan it, implement it, monitor and evaluate it, and improve on the non-working management strategies. The Apple Company operates in numerous states and has adopted policies in accordance with individual state requirements for occupational health and safety. This essay assesses the performance of Apple Company in creating a healthy and safe working environment. Apple and the Environment Production of Apple products leads to greenhouse gas emissions which are dangerous to the environment and the stakeholders of the company. The company has designed new ways to provide better environmental performance. In order to provide healthy working conditions, Apple uses renewable energy resources which are recycled in production reducing waste products (Apple, 2012). The company uses the resources that have the least negative effects on the environment so as to achieve efficiency. The company engages in carbon footprints for all its stakeholders globally which are evaluated to facilitate improvement in environmental safety and minimize health risk for stakeholders. The company also eliminated the toxic components used in the production of Apple products. These toxic chemicals include polyvinyl chloride (PVC), carbon dioxide (CO2), and brominated flame retardants (BFRs) (Apple, 2012). Conservation of water, electricity, and natural gas is a top agenda in all Apple retailers and suppliers globally. Apple Company is determined to observe the uppermost standards of occupational health and safety through social responsibility. As a result, Apple demands that its suppliers throughout the world provide a green working environment for their workers. The suppliers are required to treat their workers with respect and dignity in order to promote healthy work relations among them and reduce incidences (Apple, 2012). Suppliers of Apple are required to engage in environmentally healthy manufacturing processes aimed at maximizing environmental conservation and minimizing environmental pollution. Apple educates and trains the suppliers on the importance of green practices and employee safety. Apple assesses the progress of the various companies across the globe. The assessment is also carried out for suppliers of Apple to monitor their progress and success in environmental conservation and green working conditions for workers. The results of the audit are then documented and result in accordance with Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Sustainability Reporting Guidelines G3/C (Apple, 2012). Review and Improvement of Apple’s Health Apple’s health, safety, and wellness can be improved through individual reactions to existing issues by enforcing
A solo concert by Lisa Moore as a pianist is an unforgettable event embedded in my memory for its vibrant lively sounds and transformational atmosphere. Her Mad Rush performance in 2016 in New York’s included Mad Rush, Piano Etudes no.5, 7 and 9, Metamorphosis 1-5, and Satyagraha Act III Conclusion by Philip Glass. That performance left a deep imprint on my memory. The piano sounded incredibly touching and melodic. The atmosphere in the hall was so mysterious and enchanting that it seemed as if we all suddenly found ourselves in the medieval era. Before, I had only heard professional piano playing on record, but that day I was lucky enough to find out the true magic of this instrument, especially when such a talented woman played the instrument masterfully. The piano music of Philip Glass is mesmerizing, immortal, clear and excellent. As an entertainer the opportunities for making tones in Philip’s music are endless since his tunes, resonant harmonies and formal designs permit space for singular translation and articulation. Great performance also requires a lot of deep thought, not just perfect mastery of the keyboard. Lisa Moore managed to make this piece a part of herself. The first work, Mad Rush , of its main formative principle is the repetition of one or two motives which are usually some melodic figures against the background of regular rhythmic pulsation, which is close to the rhythm of rock music, hence the hypnotic, psychedelic effects on its perception. It forms some sound patterns and patterns that prompt us to make unconscious predictions about what will happen next. In case people are right, the brain gives itself a small reward in the form of the release of dopamine (Agres et al., 2017). Thus, the constant maneuvering of the brain between musical expectation and the result enlivens it with a pleasant play of emotions (Agres et al., 2017). The strategies, for example, including rehashed, long arpeggios, rhythmical beat designs, utilizing distinctive mood designs together, utilizing various procedures while using limited examples or expressions are among the trademark highlights. One could feel the integrity, natural flow, strength, and grace of each note. The succession of pieces is the solid point. Moore starts with the title track, from 1979, addressing the early, moderate Glass. The remainder of the collection, except for the Etudes which have connections to Glass’ dramatic or coincidental music and fills in as a decent focal point through which to mull over how the progressions in Glass’ melodic language as his vocation advanced were drastically propelled. During the five-development Metamorphosis , Glass’ music got not more melodic but rather more gestural, a key to its later turn of events. The Satyagraha Conclusion, Act III , and particularly the Closing , increase the pressure to a more elevated level, and the whole program has a delightful circular segment. At first glance, the sound of notes seemed monotonous while it has many shade