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Background of the Problem Communication is an essential component of a successful organization. Many areas of the modern business world indicate the need for robust communication channels with the customers as well as other stakeholders. Consequently, evidence exists that the poor state of communication can be traced to the absence of means of delivering feedback. Call centers (and their more recent iteration – contact centers) are currently recognized as one of the primary means of interacting with the customer. They are most often used for delivering service information to the clients, although other functions, such as marketing purposes, become recognized as viable options. They are an established element of many industries, including telecommunication, banking, market research agencies, and a wide range of remote shopping services. For many companies, call centers are a primary means of communication with their clientele. Therefore, it is possible to assume that their efficiency determines the performance of a company at least to some degree A call center is organized as a hub with telecommunication equipment operated by personnel responsible for accepting calls from the customers. Under most conditions, the amount of incoming calls is sufficient for creating excessive load on the system and leading to the formation of a queue. In some settings (e.g. fire departments and hospitals) a certain amount of emergency calls is expected, creating the need for prioritizing. In addition, the duration, arrival, and abandonment of withheld calls is either random or regulated by a complex interconnection of principles. Finally, the human factor should be considered, since call center creates a considerably stressful environment for employees. Therefore, the issue of call center efficiency can be approached from a stochastic perspective, and queueing theory can be applied in order to seek ways for optimizing its performance. Objectives Several theoretical mathematical models exist that allow the desired level of call center optimization. However, the applicability of each given model must be conclusively determined before its implementation in order to avoid unnecessary expenses and obtain relevant outcomes. Therefore, the objective of the study is to analyze the arrival and service patterns of the customers of a Slovenian call center using the logged data, which would permit selecting an appropriate theoretical queueing model for its optimization. The results of the study will allow us to identify a suitable number of servers for each of the high-load periods of the working day. Process Flow Description The paper deals with the call center of a telecommunication provider situated in Sloveni
The paper is meant to discuss the components of the Anime Makers enterprise system meant to handle the following tasks:   * Procurement of raw materials   * Acquiring and selling accessories   * Financial monitoring such as creditor information and hiring employees Ideally, the enterprise system automates repetitive functions by consolidating them for easier management and decision-making. Each function, as shall be illustrated in this paper are related through the conceptual model of notation that help the management and other stakeholders visualize the cash in-flows and outflows, and the corresponding activities emanating from such activities, either through consuming or producing the resources (Javed & Lin 2018). While various conceptual designs exist for structuring the enterprise system, the current project shall use the Chen conceptual model to illustrate the automation of Anime Makers’ repetitive functions. According to van de Put et al. (2018), the Chen conceptual notation provides a clearer visual representation of system diagrams used in automating otherwise complex relationships. Purpose of using the Value Systems Level Model Value systems play a significant role in influencing the behavior of the network members. While the purpose of the value systems is varied, they describe the link of activities among firms, their suppliers, distribution channels, business associates, and the intended customers. In this regard, the value system shall provide a visual representation of how Anime Makers attach value to various aspects of their internal and external activities. If structured, the conceptual data model highlights the content and implication of convoluted information into the relevant context for the stakeholders. The listed activities relate the organization to; the suppliers, investors, creditors, customers and employment companies tasked with hiring workers associated with its business activities. Ideally, the conceptual framework in figure 1 contain five set entries that are linked to the Amine Cartoon Company. The set activities (displayed in the rectangles) represents the corporate entities, partners or business organizations that the Anime Company deals with. Conversely, the diamonds illustrate the relationships that exist between the entities of the first class sets (van de Put et al., 2018). The lines drawn betwee
Executive Summary Property, plant, and equipment are real or tangible properties that are long-term assets and usually last longer than one year. Land, farm, and equipment (PP&E) examples include undeveloped land, buildings, machinery, office furniture, vehicles like trucks. Fixed assets, which are long-term physical assets, are also called land, plant, and equipment investments. For a company, it is necessary to correctly report its PP&E on its balance sheet. In the event that an organization needs to sell properties to collect capital, it is necessary for businesses to control their PP&E. Although most fixed assets depreciate over time and are not readily turned into cash, certain assets will rise in value over time allowing a business the potential opportunity to collect cash. This report analyses the major accounting policies used to determine the best PPE value based on AusNet Company and AGL Energy Limited. Introduction As one of the balance sheet’s significant sections, good accounting policies should be developed for Plant, Property, and Equipment (PPE). In the structuring of accounting policies for PPE, all the factors that are related to it, such as useful life of an asset, appropriate model for determination of asset values, depreciation method for PPE, PPE impairment policy, initial and subsequent recognition criteria, and useful asset life are included. Below is a detailed analysis of two companies’ PPE policies in the Utility Sector listed in the Australia Stock Exchange for AusNet Services Limited and AGL Energy Limited. Further comments of the considered factors in the framing of the accounting policies for PPE have been evaluated. Evaluation of AusNet Services Limited and AGL Energy Limited’s PPE Accounting Policies AusNet Services Limited Property, plant, and equipment are calculated at the expense the particular company. The Cost of contributed assets is assumed to be the fair value of the purchase when we gain control. In the financial statements, land, plant, and equipment are divided into different groups: land, buildings, easements, gas distribution network, other plant and equipment, capital works in progress, and transmission networks. These groups refer to the asset class aggregations in the Registry of Fixed Assets. The Accounting Units and Components Companies accounting units and components are a measure of respective financial strengths and asserts. Property, plant, and equipment products also consist of various sub-components (Lau and Wong, 2019, p. 173). AusNet Services accounts separately in the Fixed Asset Registry for land, plant, and equipment components using different useful lifetimes. Components also need to be replaced or refurbished before the completion of the life of the total asset. These are often combined in the Fixed Asset Registry into a single asset (for example, for contestable metering assets). The Asset Accounting and control team will conduct a partial de-recognition of the aggregate asset when in
Economic The economy of Tanzania was very low in that it resulted in the use of roads to connect from the port of Dar-es-Salaam to the mainland. The Agrarian economy highly influenced the conditions of the roads. In other words, the Tanzanian roads hindered the expansion of peanut agricultural farming in the southern parts of Tanzania. The increased cost of transportation affected the prices of consumable commodities, creating a high barrier for peanuts and other food production. The local people of Tanzania are peasant farmers hence they never had the economic capability of producing large quantities of agricultural products. The English, under the leadership of Wakefield, wanted large-scale production of peanuts but faced difficulties due to the poor economic status of the local people (Esselborn 59). On the other hand, the economic status of the English territories was facing a deficit of vegetable oil due to rationing after World War II (Rizzo 207). The English territories were experiencing a high shortage of consumable goods, and the English did not want any opposition from the local people in Tanzania in regard to the growing of peanuts. According to Rizzo (211), the Tanzania groundnut project faced difficulties and challenges from the start until its cancellation. The poor economy of Tanzania made the local people form a trade union to fight for higher wages and more food for the employees in the peanut scheme project (Esselborn 65). The union organized a series of strikes that slowed down the progression of the peanut project. The Wakefield team aimed at solving the vegetable oil problem in English countries, and raising the economic status of Tanzania local people through the forceful implementation of the westernized methods of farming (Esselborn 74). Political The implementation of the peanut scheme was a source of political rivalry between the managers of the peanut scheme and the colonial state in Tanzania. In the beginning, the managers of the scheme were after conducting a study on the reasons for the increasing population of the local people and a shortage of food supply (Esselborn 86). Later in the study, the managers of the scheme forcefully recruited local people in the peanut lands using military force that was against the colonial administrators of Tanzania. The increasing demand for the labor market resulted in a high confr
Introduction The internet has entirely transformed the graphic design industry. The number of graphic designers has increased steadily over the recent few years. In fact, this growth is attributed to the development of internet communication (Tufte, 2010, p.5). There are more websites on the net: a number that is estimated to have tripled from the 1990s. Because of these improvements, graphic designers have been enabled to transcend the limitations of time and space that were in existent before. Some ‘conservative graphic designers’ however despise the internet claiming that it has done more harm than good to the industry (Toom, 2007. p.75). Most new comers in the industry however are grateful of the benefits that internet communication has given to them. Graphic designers who would have otherwise remained unknown in the industry can now display and sell their products in the global market with a click of the mouse (Rock, 2008, p.23). Being the greatest invention of the 20 th century, the internet has transformed the manner in which everyday tasks are conducted and hundreds of millions of people use the internet in one way or the other. It is during the 21 st century however that many improvements on the internet have been done making it possible for people to conduct almost everything via the internet (Wasserman, 2009, p.9). Social networking, online graphic design galleries and online graphic design contests have provided graphic designers with the opportunity of having the products and expertise viewed and reviewed by millions of people among them potential clients (Purvis, 2008, p.12). Because of this, the possibility of a less established freelance graphic designer to get a job has increased a lot since the 1990s. Guided by the theories of design innovation, the consumer demand theory and the color theory, graphic designers seeking to make it online have established the best ways through which they will have their artworks and expertise displayed to the global audience (Jubert, 2006, p.97). This study aims at analyzing the current trends of online graphic design by evaluating the most effective ways that graphic designers have employed to take advantage of internet communication to spread their artwork and skills to the world. This includes analyzing tools such as social networks, which include Facebook, twitter, Flickr, and YouTube among others, and the online graphic design promotions such as online galleries and contest sites. The study will also evaluate examples of renowned graphic designers in an effort to review the role that internet communication has performed, which contributed to the success of these designers. Considering that internet communication has its own disadvantages, the paper also focuses on the problems that have emerged in the graphic design industry as well as gives an informed forecast on the future of online graphic design. Internet communication and the graphic design industry While most of the contemporary graphic designers are thankful for the contribution that
What are the main challenges of achieving justice in American society today? In the US, the main means of realizing justice is through the dependence of the court system to come up with choices that are practical for the people. This implies that Americans seeking justice have to rely heavily on these institutions to implement the law and see that justice is done in a wide range of cases and disputes (Jefferson, 2010). Despite the best efforts of those who administer justice, several challenges of achieving justice in American society still exist to date. Many variables, including politics, have been the major challenges since they influence judicial decision-making. Even though judicial prognostication is dangerous, the weight of politics in the judicial decision is common. More often, when adjudicators leave the bench they are swapped by the politically driven executive branch through appointment or election. This undermines the quality of decisions dispensed by our courts. Another major challenge of achieving justice in American society is the increased diversity in terms of the volume of cases and the issues to be solved. Currently, changes in the demographics of the population have resulted in lifestyle changes. Because of this, patterns and responsibilities in society have forced the courts to play an increasing role in arbitrating disputes. Equally, rising issues about crime, overcrowded prison systems, frustration with court delay, and overcrowded court dockets contribute to the challenges of achieving justice in American society today. These issues have compromised the course of achieving justice in that they have resurfaced at a time when the judicial systems are facing harsh financial restraints. How does the American republican government allow the country to address those challenges better than either the Platonic and/or Aristotelian forms of government would? The American republican government will address the above challenges using different approaches compared to the Platonic and the Aristotelian forms of governments. Given the fact that the challenges of achieving justice in these governments are unique to each government, different solutions would be needed. Based on the above, it is worth noting that there are plans to address these challenges. The American republican government plans to reduce the impact of variables that influence judicial decision-making. For instance, criteria for court decisions must always be explained to the public. By doing so, the reasoning behind each decision is scrutinized. Through such measures, i
Executive Summary Costco Warehouse Business will operate in Canada and especially within the Nova Scotia region. The mission of the business will be, “To be the most reliable wholesale business that provides the consumers of Nova Scotia with the most bona fide products at the most affordable local prices.” The business will offer consumer, electronic, technological, and commercial products to the young and middle-aged consumers. With an experienced workforce from its other channels, the company will have a bright future. Business Description Business Name Costco Warehouse Business is the name of the intended business organization. The business derives its name from its mega-company located in the United States ( Costco , 2015). The business name, “Costco Warehouse Business”, represents a wholesaling business idea in which several products are available under one premise. Business Description The Costco Warehouse Business will deal with a wide selection of merchandise. It will specifically delve into the wholesaling of various consumer and commercial products, home appliances, electronics, industrial products, clothing, and food products. Form of Business Ownership The Costco Warehouse Business will be in the form of a corporation. The business will be a corporation, as such ownerships exist where there is a group of shareholders with shared goals and partnership agreements (Kamala & Vipin, 2006). The business will represent the mega international corporation, with its main offices in the US. Ideal Customer The ideal customer for this business is any consumer with the right purchasing power for the selected items. The Costco Warehouse Business will rely on customers of all ages and especially those interested in the product range provided in the warehouse. Our Advantages The intended business set up will have various competitive advantages against its closest market competitors. The proposed business will have the following competitive advantages based on its intended business location:  1. A long-standing positive business reputation  2. Financial stability and transformative leadership  3. High-level technological know-how and innovation  4. A reputable customer service  5. A variety of quality business products  6. A flexible international business strategy  7. Experienced staff members with professional abilities  8. International endorsements in various regions  9. Commitment to customers and other stakeholders 10. A long-standing history of positive business integrity Ethical Issues The Costco Warehouse Business will observe several business ethics during its operations. Some of the ethical business values for the company as proposed by Jamali and Mirshak (2007) will include  1. Conducting business with maximum integrity  2. The business will operat
The soaring global unemployment rate has been an issue of concern not only to the citizens of the US but also the world in general. To curb the aforementioned problem, different governments as well as other institutions have adopted various economic policies aimed at creating jobs in their area of jurisdiction. The private sector too is not an exception in this process. However, the underlying issue here is what or who is responsible for job creation in the US. The elites have been cited as the main job creators in the US given their ability to not only initiate but also operate big companies that hire large number of employees (LeRoy 179). This notion is untrue. According to LeRoy the wealthy individuals have the capital needed to invest in such ventures and can do it with ease (179). However, it is noteworthy that the above mentioned group is motivated to venture into such businesses for their own interest and not as otherwise imagined. The Elite only invest in such businesses when there is high demand for their products and therefore maximize profits. Hightower poses that it is this demand for jobs that create employment in the US and not the elites as believed (5). The consumers of such products are directly involved in the creation of jobs in America hence their welfare should be highly prioritized instead of lowering taxation on the wealthy to create more jobs. It is worth noting that the elites among other stakeholders are actively involved in the creation of jobs in America, the variation being the extent to which the aforementioned group does so (LeRoy 179). To begin with, the wealthy individuals have the money needed to start-up a business which would create employment opportunities for the citizens. They have the capability to invest across sectors ranging from healthcare to private education, insurance, information, and construction as well as manufacturing industries in an attempt to create more jobs. However, their ability to do so is greatly influenced by other factors namely the existing government economic policies as well as demand for jobs. First and foremost, the government plays a pivotal role in job creation through its economic policies. Stringent policies make it unfavorable for investors/elites to start up business ventures in a State. Consequently, the jobs that would have been created as a result of such initiative are lost. On the other hand, sound economic policies adopted by a State foster economic growth as many businesses are started and jobs created (LeRoy 179). This was exemplified in the State of Texas under the leadership of Rick Perry as a governor. Due to the adoption of sound economic policies, the State of Texas outperformed the nation economically by recording a full point lower unemployment rate than that of the nation. Conversely, it is the demand for jobs in the US that create jobs and not the elites. According to Hightower the increase in the demand stimulates the wealthy individuals to invest in businesses in an attempt to maximize profits the