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Introduction Foundational to the Christian faith is the belief that God is actively involved with His creation, and this particular belief tends to affect the way people interact with others within a chosen profession or career. However, human beings descend from Adam and Eve; they still bear the resemblance of God and are, therefore, still His masterpiece (Towns 32). Yes, some may believe that God’s Spirit is long gone given the various sufferings and crime that is being experienced in today’s world. But it is important for people to remember and continue believing that God has not at all abandoned His creation and that He is still constantly providing for it through is grace (Elwell 51). The Scriptures tend to take up a most important part in God’s dealing with human beings, and it is, therefore, not surprising to learn that more often than not, people have replaced the role of the Holy Spirit with that of the Scripture (Towns 33). Discussion The belief that God is still quite active in terms of His creation usually affects the way individuals relate with others within a chosen vocation. One text from the Scripture that illustrates God’s involvement with man in this day and age is 2 Timothy 3:16 – 17, reminding us that Scripture is there to change us for the better, reproof us and instruct us in the right direction so that man can be found perfect through all good works (Robinson 101). Science has, for many years, revealed that people would eventually destroy the Earth by global warming, an issue that is being experienced today. Colossians 1:17 reminds us that God holds all things together, and therefore, man cannot destroy what is held together by Him (Towns 35). God is in control of all natural processes which include rain, snow, ice, thunder and lightning, and so forth, where His acts of preservation apply to all individuals, whether good or bad. The Bible also makes it quite clear that the Spirit of God is actively residing among us and that the world would perish if it were not for God’s breath and Spirit. God permeates all creations and fills the universe, making Him never too far from any one of us, as illustrated in Jeremiah 23:24 (Elwell 52). The Bible teaches us, or rather, reminds us that miraculous abnormalities constituting numerous events or situations may still take place occasionally, for instance, unbelievable catches of fish as illustrated in Luke 5:4 – 7 (Robinson 110). Some may argue that God is not actively involved in His creation, particularly this day and age, following the numerous natural disasters that have so far taken place for no apparent reason. Others go to the extent of blaming God for all the decays found in today’s world. However, such individuals need to realize that natural disasters such as storms, hurricanes, earthquakes, and volcanoes tend to serve an inherent purpose; they take place to restore some sense of balance, for instance, to equalize the increase of potential energy (Towns 40). Within a given occupation, God is still very much involved in His creation. A good example of such involvement can be witnessed in the field of Medicine where i
Introduction: Beazley’s Corporate Governance Corporate governance is a broad concept that covers a set of processes, laws and policies that determine the operations of a corporation or company in terms of administration and control (Bebchuk and Roe 1999). It essentially encompasses accountability of individuals in the corporation and mechanisms that advocate against the principle agent problem (Dignam and Lowry 2006). Beazley is an insurance company that provides its clients with excellent underwriting and claims services all over the world. The company was started in 1986 by Andrew Beazley and Nicholas Furlonge and since then the company has grown steadily in terms of the risks they cover, the number of clients they serve and their geographic reach (Beazley Annual report 2010). Beazley Company has had a continued growth record in the insurance business which has given it a diversified market value. The company has further operated with a continuous record of profitability since its formation. Since 1986 the company has expanded in its operations and by 2010, the company included the following as its business lines:  1. Life, accident and health – life, personal accident and sports  2. Marine – energy, hull, cargo and war  3. Political risks and contingency  4. Property – commercial and private  5. Reinsurance – insurance of insurance companies covering risks such as hurricanes and other natural catastrophes; and  6. Specialty lines – insurance for professional and management liabilities ( Beazley Annual Report 2010). In this paper we are going to evaluate the case of Beazley Company’s corporate governance with regard to its compliance and disclosure of principles of governance and stakeholders as required by the UK corporate governance act of 2010. Compliance and Disclosure of Principles of Governance Leadership Any company’s corporate leadership is composed of the top executives who oversee the company’s operations and plot its strategies for the future where these leaders include the chief executive Officer (CEO), Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief Information Officer (CIO) and board members (Pound 1993). Under the UK corporate governance code these involve clear cut role of the board which encases managing organization’s assets as well as determining and organizing company’s strategy, the role of the chairman who is responsible for efficient running of the board and the role of the chief executive who is responsible for efficient running of the company’s business. The strategic leadership under the corporate code requires a well authored and effective board of directors with outstanding competencies in the operation of the business (Johnson and Ellstrand 1996). In leadership Beazley company has a well constitu
Introduction An understanding of the historical perspectives of psychology is useful in helping us to better appreciate the modern day psychology. The essay endeavors to examine three theories of psychology: behaviorism, cognitive, and humanistic. Further, the essay shall also provide an example that represents each one of these three perspectives. The similarities and differences that characterize the three perceptive of psychology shall also be addressed, along with how each one of them influences psychology today. Behaviorism theory of psychology Such famous psychologists as B. F. Skinner and John B. Watson are strong advocates of behavioral psychology. The first half of the twentieth century saw behavioral theories heavily dominate the field of psychology (Baum, 2005). Behavioral techniques are nowadays being used more often for therapy. These modern techniques enable psychologists their o assist clients to comprehend the upcoming skills and behaviors better. Behaviorism may be regarded as more of a philosophy whose position is that in order to be regarded as a science, there is need for psychology to emphasize more on that which can be observed, that is, behaviors and the environment, as opposed to that which is only available at an individual level-images, thoughts, feelings, and perceptions (Plotnik, 2005). The latter are characterized by a certain level of immunity and subjectivity in as far as the issue of measurements is concerned and as such, they are less likely to result in an objective science. An example of the behaviorism theory of psychology is the classical conditioning developed by Ivan Pavlov, and which builds on reflexes. Classical conditioning usually begins with a reflex and an unconditioned stimulus. Once the unconditioned stimulus is relayed, the desired response is received since it relates the given unconditional stimulus with a reflex. Once this has been repeated a number of times, eventually, the actual response is elicited by the neutral stimulus. We then rename the neutral stimuli as the conditioned stimulus. On the other hand, we refer to the response as the conditioned response. Cognitive theory of psychology Cognitive theories endeavor to better explain the behavior of humans through a better understanding of their thought processes. In this case, the theories assume that as logical beings, humans are in a position to identify the most sensible cho
Executive Summary The aim of this paper was to analyze the strategic and operational roles of procurement at DHL. The company’s procurement function was analyzed using various procurement tools and concepts. Furthermore, secondary data was collected from a variety of sources that included the company’s website, peer reviewed journals and textbooks to complete the analysis. The results of the analysis indicate that DHL uses a centralized procurement system to reduce costs. Its subsidiaries in overseas markets also participate in the procurement process by implementing the decisions made by the headquarters. The company has also embarked on implementing supply base optimization initiatives in order to reduce operating costs. DHL’s Procurement System DHL is the largest mail and logistics company in the world. The company was founded in German where its headquarters are located. Since its inception, DHL focused on rapid expansion by joining different markets in every continent. As a result, the company currently operates in over 200 countries and employs nearly four hundred thousand employees. DHL’s vision is to “remain the postal provider for Germany and become the logistics company for the world” (DHL 2013). In order to achieve this vision, the company focuses on providing excellent services. These include “dialogue marketing, press distribution, and corporate communications solutions” (DHL 2013). Moreover, the company provides mail delivery, transport/ logistics, and supply chain management services. Organizational Structure As a multinational company, DHL relies heavily on the effectiveness of its procurement department to access all the supplies that it requires to meet the needs of its customers. Currently, the company is organized into four divisions that have semi-autonomous divisional headquarters (DHL 2013). However, procurement and other functions such as finance and personnel are centralized. Figure 1: DHL’s organizational structure Procurement plays a vital role at DHL by facilitating effective and efficient sourcing of products/ services, supporting functions such as marketing and reducing operating costs. For instance, the procurement unit often assists the company’s sales team to perform activities such as reviewing response to requests for proposals (RFP) (DHL 2013). In order to leverage the capabilities of its procurement unit, the company has embarked on innovation and use of advanced technology. Furthermore, the company is collaborating with its suppliers to help them to achieve innovation, which in turn improves efficiency in its supply chain. Business Conduct and Operational Activities DHL has strategically chosen to simplify its procurement system in order to achieve efficiency
Introduction Rene Descartes is one of the most outstanding philosophers who contributed to the development of philosophy. The foundations of the philosophy and methodology of Descartes lay in the disclosure and presentation of the particular basics and consequences. Descartes created his first outstanding work, Discourse on the Method and Meditations on First Philosophy , in which he analyzed the concept of “universal science” (Mathesis Universalis), which has its roots in the Aristotelian hypothesis of the main organon of knowledge (Descartes 20). Developing the methodology of cognition, Decartes strived to understand the incomprehensible truth about the world’s functioning. The unknown has always been terrifying for people’s minds. That is why philosophers strive to find the questions which potentially cannot be answered. Therefore, as was mentioned by Harry Frankfurt, philosophy is created through anxiety born of an understanding of the limitation of knowledge. Descartes’ Method The anxiety in philosophical views can be seen in many directions of modern society. The key aim of any philosophy is to define the processes of cognition functioning that are impossible to explain scientifically. The philosophy of Rene Descartes is one of the foundations of European rationalism. It is based on the search for irrefutable foundations for any knowledge. The philosopher sought to achieve absolute truth, reliable and logically unshakable. Descartes’s main focus was to develop the method of cognition through which humans comprehend the substance. The philosopher stated that “for to be possessed of a vigorous mind is not enough; the prime requisite is rightly to apply it” (Descartes 48). The problem of the method of Descartes’ philosophy was to bring the potency of the mind to the perception of the basis of any phenomenon in the world, in order to perceive the apparent truths. The philosopher called the ability of the mind to perceive the basis of something in its evident simplicity “intellectual intuition” (Descartes 65). According to the philosopher, everything can be questioned in search of absolute truth. The only undeniable fact is human thinking
Introduction Wastes derived from nuclear reactions are a health hazard with long-term effects on people who are exposed to them. While it is possible to assume that all people know this fact, the nuclear waste question attracts heated debates among scientists, politicians, and other interest groups of health hazards that people create everyday (Wald 12). Politicians campaign for enactment of policies to resolve the nuclear waste question that they do not understand. On the other hand, scientists make incredible attempts to research on the possible strategies that can be put in place to dispose nuclear wastes (Gwyneth 35). From the public eye, the challenge is even more amplified since the public absorbs all information it receives with a presumption that it is correct. The dilemma that rises is knowing the extent to which nuclear wastes are dangerous and or what the way forward can be to handle the problem. As the paper unveils, all people engaging in the nuclear waste debate are not so correct yet not too wrong. This position is discussed in the paper by considering Richard Muller’s article on how important the subject of nuclear waste is relevant in the scholarly and contemporary world. The challenge of nuclear waste At first glance, Muller’s Nuclear Waste They Say / I Say: the Moves That Matter in Academic Writing seems inclined to the face of anti-nuke while engaging in the arguments about the problem of nuclear wastes. In his arguments about his position on nuclear wastes, he presents enormous number of disputes that favor his position about the significance of handling nuclear wastes in an appropriate manner particularly waste disposal. His readers are incredibly persuaded by his argument by interrogatives, which send readers consistently looking for the answer about particular debates on nuclear waste. For instance, he poses the question of how “we possibly certify that this material can be kept safe for 100,000 years” (Muller 207). This question is strategic in defending his positions on nuclear waste. The question calls readers to take on the subject of debate of nuclear waste by helping to reinforce the magnitude of th
Causes of unemployment in Spain The labor market in Spain has reached its peak following the four-year crisis that that country has undergone. This situation has been signified by the high unemployment rates that have been witnessed in the country. Currently, the rate of unemployment in Spain stands at 24.8% (The Guardian, 2013). By undertaking an analysis of the international and national level, it is evident that the situation in Spain is bound to accelerate in years to come. Most of the 25 year olds in the country are currently unemployed. Currently, the level of unemployment among the youth in Spain is projected at 53% (BBC News, 2012). Young adults have also been affected by this crisis as 31% of them are without any gainful employment (BBC News, 2013). Spain started experiencing the evolution of unemployment way back in the early 2000s. However, the unemployment patterns of the country were comparable to the ones recorded in the other European Union member countries. This was the case even though the annual level of unemployment in Spain was by far greater when compared with the countries in the European Union. This can be attributed to the economic crisis that hit the global sphere since the beginnings of 2008. By analyzing the unemployment rates in Spain, we can then deduce that the rates of unemployment among the age groups of between16 and 24 years are higher, in comparison with that of the general adult population in the country (Abellán & Mars, 2013). On the other hand, there was a significant drop in the ratio of unemployment among the aforementioned group between 2008 and 2012 in tandem with the improved economic conditions across the globe (BBC News, 2013). The decline in the ratios among the youth and the adults can also be observed in other countries in the European Union. One of the major contributors to this trend is that the labor market in Spain has evolved over the years and more so following the onset of the economic crisis, thereby causing a decline in the rate of unemployment among the youth. At the same time, the rate of unemployment among the adults in Spain increased (Allard, 2012). Through thorough analysis, it can further be deduced that the 25 to 29 age groups is characterized by lower rates of unemployment which has grown after the economic crises mainly due to the labor productivity factor that is attributed to this age group (The Huffington Post, 2012). It should however be noted that although the economic crisis was a global phenomenon (BBC News, 2012), Spain was largely affected since the crisis had a huge influence on the economic cycle of the country, with the young people in the country affected the most. In order to further identify the root cause of the problem of the high levels of unemployment in Spain, it is necessary to evaluate the evolution of the unemployment among the youth in the country, in terms of the economic crisis that occurred between 2008 and 2012. Between the year 2008 and 2012, there was a decline in employment levels f
Is UAAA a State or Federal Law, Who Does It Applies to, and is Registration in Texas a Must UAAA, Uniform Athlete Agent Act, is a state legislation body that enforces criminal, civil, as well as regulatory sanctions with the implementation being at the national level. The entity requires agents entering into an agreement with school going athletes (student athletes), or those who intend to either directly or indirectly request, or hire the competitor to sign an agency contract (Lowe, 2018). Moreover, the UAAA expects the aspiring participant’s representative to furnish it with valuable information which will allow the student athlete and any other concerned individuals to assess the potential manager properly. Therefore, with relation to registration in Texas, the contestant must enroll (Lowe, 2018). The competitor’s agent is also under the obligation to register at the Secretary of State’s office before commencing the negotiations. Certification Issuance, Unregistered Agents, and Cancellation of a Contract The State in which the athlete is enrolled has the power to grant permits only because it is a national statute. If the player is transferred from one state to another, they must register with the host state (NCAA, 2021). However, if the agent is not licensed, then the UAAA will have no mandate to confirm any of the agreements proposed by that particular individual. Only after the student athlete manager has been registered would their contracts become binding. Until a player signs the deal, they will have fourteen calendar days to either cancel or remove themselves from the contract under the UAAA Act (Lowe, 2018). Therefore, the competitor has the right to withdraw from the settlement, provided that they do so within the stipulated period. Some of the Prohibited Acts However, there are some unauthorized acts under the UAAA, one of which prohibits agents from supplying misleading or false information. Simultaneously, the other is related to promising or representing a student athlete to compel them to engage in an agency deal. Finally, the third illegal act concerns a prospective player agent initiating contact with a participant while still not licensed with UAAA (Lowe, 2018). These are some of the various acts that are deemed to be illegal by the Uniform Athlete Agent Act.
Widespread clinical implementation of Electronic Health Records (EHRs) resulted in a significant amount of data that healthcare organizations have to process. Policies such as the 21st Century Cures Act aim at increasing the efficiency of the information technology (IT) application in a clinical setting. The policy signed by President Barack Obama on December 12, 2016, was a joint effort by Republican and Democratic policymakers (Hudson & Collins, 2017, p. 111). The policy focused on enhanced data sharing, improved support of medical research initiatives, and updates on privacy protection. Additionally, the goal of the 21st Century Cures Act was to minimize bureaucracy and lift research-related restrictions allowing quick and easy information exchange. The 21st Century Cures Act affects system implementation in general and the use of EHRs in particular. For instance, the policy promotes “the usability of the health information, the interoperability of the health information technology, and the security of the health information technology” (21st century Cures Act, 2016, p. 1160). Section 4005 of the Act also states that in order to be certified, EHRs should be able to transmit and accept data from registries according to the standards recognized by the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (21st Century Cures Act, 2016, p. 1180). According to the Act, the National Coordinator should encourage the public to report on any HIT products or care provider’s actions, which result in information blocking. Thus, the policy improves the transparency of information processing, provides national standards for EHR implementation, and prevents information blocking. The Act attempts to address the problems related to the quality of clinical care unsolved by the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health (HITECH) Act, which was adopted in 2009. In order to achieve its goals, the Cures Act “encourages partnerships between health information exchange organizations and networks and healthcare organizations to promote patient access to their electronic health information” (Lye et al., 2018, p. 1218). Moreover, the requirement for certified EHRs to use application programming interfaces (APIs) improves the workflow as it allows the data “to be accessed, exchanged, and used without special education” (Lye et al., 2018, p. 1219). Finally, the Act directed the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the Office for Civil Rights to provide education for healthcare professionals on the issues of E