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Grid Computing, 2006.
An overview of the uses and benefits of grid computing.
1,126 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 1 source, MLA, AU$ 57.95
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This paper examines how grid computing is a type of networking that focuses on tapping unused processor cycles, storage and other resources between many computers to solve complex problems, that can't be solved by single computers.It also discusses how grid networks usually require special software to connect the many computers in the network and how they are used for projects that involve huge amounts of data and processor cycles.
Outline
Introduction
Uses, Descriptions and Benefits
Advantages for Your Organization
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"Advances in communications technologies and mainly the internet provide one of the main backbones of grid computing. Internet computing makes it possible to for grid networks to handle many teraflops (floating-point operations) that can be used to analyze petabytes of data. For instance, enormous calculations can produce many petabytes of information and would need as much as 20 or more teraflops for basic analysis. A typical supercomputer can handle about 3 teraflops and would be wholly inadequate to complete the task hence the need for more powerful computing solutions like grid networks.".
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The Grid and the Line in Modern Art, 2002.
This paper discusses the role and meaning of the grid and the line in abstract paintings.
1,870 words (approx. 7.5 pages), 15 sources, MLA, AU$ 86.95
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This paper explains that the innovation of the grid as an enduring motif in modern art and its offshoot, the straight-line, opened up a relatively unprecedented mode of expression for modern abstract artists. This paper explores the philosophy and work of Piet Mondrian and other artists of the Neo-Plasticism movement. The author points out that, for Mondrian, the grid was not simply a structural mechanism but an organic solution to the Modernist preoccupation with mind/matter dualism. Examples of Mondrian's works in color included.
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"The grid is clearly the perfect artistic means by which to affect this ?liberation?, as it provides a structure predicated on an inherent and infinite formlessness. Its strict horizontal and vertical axes proved an excellent format for the controlled interaction of pure, primary planes of colour, and functioned as an independent, artistically alive (plastic) organism in which ??everything counterbalances everything else.? "
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The Managerial Grid Theory, 2004.
An analysis of the managerial grid theory.
1,008 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 6 sources, MLA, AU$ 51.95
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This paper discusses Robert Blake's and Jane Mouton's "Managerial Grid" theory. The paper explains that this theory is a model that measures and defines managerial or leadership styles. The paper examines Blake and Mouton's original model that defined five possible leadership postures: Team management, authority-compliance, middle of the road, country club management and impoverished management.
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"In today's globally competitive environment, an organization needs to pay far more attention to human resources management in order to be able to adapt quickly to a rapidly changing environment and remain profitable. Indeed, an organization has the greatest chance of being successful when all its employees work towards achieving its goals. However, the ability of an organization to motivate its employees into achieving organizational goals depends a great deal on the quality of leadership exhibited by its managers and supervisors (Allen, 1998, para 1). It is in the light of this context that Robert Blake's "Managerial Grid" theory assumes significance. Developed initially with his colleague, Jane Mouton, the "Managerial Grid" is a model that measures and defines managerial or leadership styles."
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Skills and Competency Grid, 2005.
Creating a skills and competency grid for the 21st century manager, based on the topics of the forces of change affecting management processes and people.
2,514 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 111.95
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This work compares and contrasts the similarities and differences in precisely how different types of managers perform their major functions and analyzes the impacts of management on informational, interpersonal, and decisional roles. This work evaluates the life cycles of the organization and its influence on management practices, as well as assesses the interdependence of departments in an organization and its impact on the management effectiveness. The importance of building internal partnerships is described as well as assessing the influence of power and influences of ethical behavior in an organization. Finally, Part One of this work appraises emerging trends in society and business that influence management practices. Part II of this work is the creation of a personal development plan that analyzes strengths and weaknesses related to proposed grid and further makes identification of concrete action steps that can be taken to build competencies.
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"The skills and competencies that are demanded of the 21st Century manager are varied and diverse in nature. Skills with people and technology is a necessity for a manager in the 21st century world that is rapidly changing particularly in relation to technological advances. Efficiency as well as effectiveness are vital in the role of management within an organization. Efficiency is having performed a task or project in a streamlined manner with all the loose ends tied up neatly whereas effectiveness is the measurement of the success of the task or project demonstrated through success in projected and targeted outcomes."
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The Grid Pattern Town, 2005.
This paper discusses the lasting significance of the town layout in Spanish America.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 6 sources, AU$ 129.95
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The paper identifies the spatial and social significance of the grid/gridiron plan in the Spanish American production of towns and cities throughout what is now Latin America. The paper offers a varied bibliography, focused on the planning and history; the early 16th century regulations produced in Felipe II's "Laws of the Indies". The paper also notes the importance to later social divisions, Indian populations, RCC and future urban renewal efforts.
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"A royal ordinance of Felipe II of July 3, 1573, produced regulations for the creation of Spanish settlements in the New World, towards towns and cities that remain a strong feature of Latin American urbanity in the 21st century. Grid or 'gridiron' plans had long been a solution for imperial powers in new territory. Their remains dot areas of long ago Roman Britain, as in contrast with the chaotic development of Rome itself, towns across the Empire were planned to ensure order."
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Development Strategy For Dell, 2007.
A discussion about the success of Dell Computer's product mix and new product development strategy.
805 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 41.95
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This paper discusses product mix and the new product development strategy for Dell Computers. It looks at the impact that globalization and the rapid increase of Internet technologies has had on Dell and how they have increased success for this computer manufacturer. The paper also discusses market development for Dell and Dell's competitive advantage relative to its product mix.
Outline:
Product Mix as a Facet of Success
Professional Use Product Mix
Schools/Healthcare/Government Institutions Use Product Mix
Family Home Use Product Mix
Product Market Grid
Product Development vs. Market Development for Dell
Dell's Competitive Advantage Relative to its Product Mix
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"Yes, Dell has an advantage relative to its product mix. Dell has developed products to fit the needs of virtually every consumer with a computer technology need, and beyond. Whether it is a family looking to purchase their child's first computer, while on a tight budget, or a multimedia maven looking for processing capacity that can make their computing experience fly, to an executive who needs Dell has a product for them. In addition, they go beyond simply computers. As mentioned earlier, Dell has a vast product offering that includes: televisions, cameras, camcorders, projectors, software, games, MP3 players, and more. Shopping with Dell is truly one stop electronics shopping. And, as was financial figures in 2000 and 2002, it is their product mix that has allowed them to become a leader in their industry ("Companies: Dell", 2002; "Dell Computer: Product mix", 2000)."
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Use of Information Technology within Organizations, 2008.
A discussion on the use of information technology in organizations.
2,642 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 11 sources, APA, AU$ 115.95
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This paper is a discussion of the use of information technology within organizations. It includes a description and analysis of hardware, software, databases, and networks used within the individual companies. The team members discussed in the paper also share their recommendations for improvements and enhancements to existing company systems. The team members also discuss how the changing business environment has affected the decisions the team members' organizations have made in the use of information technology. The paper concludes by comparing the various organizations' technological capabilities using a rating grid. The grid rates the technological capability - good use of technology, poor use of technology and includes an overall opinion of the technology employed at each team members' company.
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Introduction
Uses of Computer Hardware and Software
MoneyGram
Trimble Navigation Limited
Deare Recruiting Solutions
NBC
Use of Databases
MoneyGram
Trimble Navigation Limited
Deare Recruiting Solutions
NBC
Use of Networks
MoneyGram
Trimble Navigation Limited
Deare Recruiting Solutions
NBC
Recommended Improvements
MoneyGram
Trimble Navigation Limited
Deare Recruiting Solutions
NBC
Changing Business Environment
Technological Capabilities - A Comparison
Conclusion
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"Interestingly, as the members discussed the technology used by their companies, they focus on those that they had specific knowledge about. The assumption can be made that they only discussed a small portion of the technology used. When asked about recommendations for improvements, the responses all relate directly to technologies that they interface with rather than discussing how a new use of technology within the business environment.
"The business climate is changing. As such, the use of information technology with the organizations either has changed or will be changing. The members acknowledge that some of the change will have a positive impact on course of their respected organizations."
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Interview Plan for Accounts Clerk NOC 1432, 2006.
An example of an interview plan for the position of accounts clerk, including a scoring grid and a hiring decision report.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 1 source, AU$ 64.95
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This paper serves as an interview plan for the position: Accounts Clerk NOC 1432. The focus of the plan is on the interview questions covering three areas of competencies as well as three levels within each are of competency; knowledge, skills and ability. To augment the questions, this paper includes a scoring grid and hiring decision report, as well as, mock interview responses.
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"Interview questions, candidate responses and scoring grid. Interview Plan Beginning - Approximate Time - 10. 1. The human resource representative will be facilitating the interview process. The candidate will be brought from the reception area to the interview room by the assistant and provided a seat as well as a glass of water, paper and pen. 2. Once everyone is settled, the process will begin. 3. First off, the candidate will be provided with an introduction to company, and interview process, the outline of the interview as well as panel of interviewers."
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Skin Flap Failure and Leeches, 2006.
An in-depth discussion regarding skin flap failure and the question of whether leeches can save them.
8,618 words (approx. 34.5 pages), 19 sources, MLA, AU$ 264.95
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The aim of this paper is to determine if the age-old medicinal use of leeches can be used to assist in saving skin flap failure. The paper reviews and discusses the medicinal practice of bloodletting, a practice that has been used since the Stone Age. The objective of this paper is to perform a critical, qualitative review of literature on quantitative research regarding skin flap procedures, the use of leeches in the medical field, and specifically the use of leeches used in conjunction with skin flap procedures. In this way, the paper hopes to prove that leeches can indeed be a valuable tool in saving skin flap failure.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
Preliminary Literature Review
Medicinal Leeches Overview
Skin Flap Overview
Medicinal Leeches Used in Skin Flap Procedures
Methodology
Method
Results
Analysis
Discussion
Conclusion
Recommendations
Figures and Tables
Figure 1: Depiction of leeching, by Willem van den Bossche in, Historia Medica (Bruxellae, 1639).
Figure 2: Medicinal Leech Passive Bleeding vs. Mechanical Device
Figure 3: LDF data for the control, outlet and leech groups over the course of Cottler et al.'s research.
Figure 4: Leech treatment
Figure 5: Average Surviving Area of Flaps
Figure 6: Mind Map
Table 1: Identification of Themes for Research Regarding the Use of Leeches in Skin Flap Survival
Table 2a: Summary Grid
Table 2b: Summary Grid
Table 2b: Summary Grid
Table 2c: Summary Grid
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"The research included the qualitative review of relevant literature. Identification of relevant literature was conducted through the use of electronic and hand searches, for published articles or reports concerning the use of leeches and skin flap procedures. In addition, the author also reviewed table of contents of scholarly medical journals. Scholarly journals as well as Internet sites run by medical organizations or offering articles written by medical professionals were searched. The author used a list of Boolean conditional keyword phrases to perform the literature search. These search terms allowed the author to quickly and easily identify the literature that was most likely to be relevant to the topic at hand. The first portion of the literature review identified all literature regarding these topics, while the second portion focused on research studies that employed quantitative methods in their results. Bibliographies from these identified literature pieces were then hand searched for additional references to appropriate pieces of literature."
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False Memory Formation, 2008.
This paper discusses the effect of semantic relatedness on false memory formation.
1,337 words (approx. 5.3 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 64.95
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This paper describes a research that examined how some words can be falsely recalled during a memory recollection test. The writer explains that, in the research, one 23-year-old student completed an Internet based test that presented a sequence of words followed by a grid of 16 words. The writer notes that the participant selected which words in the grid had previously been shown. The participant correctly recalled 71.43% of previously presented words, 2.08% of non-semantically related words and 66.66% of semantically related words. The writer concludes that false memories are easy to create for words that are highly semantically related. The writer maintains that these results add weight to the semantic model of memory and arguments against other models of memory. Further, the writer notes that these results have important implications in the identification of suspects during criminal investigations.
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Abstract
Method
Results
Discussion
References
Appendix
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"Endo and Masao demonstrated that knowledge about the false memory phenomena could alter results. They informed one group of participants about the false memory phenomena but not the other. Half of each group were then asked to respond within four seconds, the other within eight as to whether they 'remembered' seeing the word. Results showed that in the slow condition false memory rates were lower within the forewarned group compared to the uniformed group. However in the fast condition there was no significant difference between the forewarned and uninformed group. Thus in the current experiment the participant is likely to have made more errors had he been uninformed of the false memory phenomena and under time pressure. This would explain why these results do not vary more significantly in comparison to other research. Similarly how words are presented can affect results."
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Leadership Types, 2006.
A comparison of quiet leadership styles with other leadership types.
4,359 words (approx. 17.4 pages), 11 sources, MLA, AU$ 166.95
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The paper compares specific traits and characteristics of the quiet leader with those of other leaders. The paper examines the challenges of the survival of the quiet leader in the complex relationship of an organization, as well as how decisions are made in an organizational context to make the organization a better place. The paper explores how the quiet leader secures the leadership position and promotion in the organization, and how an adequate political balance is built and maintained to ensure sustained success. The paper concludes with an examination of the personal qualifications and virtues of the quiet leader within the ethical standards and rules of the organization.
Outline:
Objective
Introduction
Leadership Types And Styles Examined
Leadership Styles
Theory Of Bass
A Hay's Study
U.S. Army (1973) Theory Of Leadership
Be, Know And Do Defined
The Approach Of Bolman And Deal (1991)
Blake And Mouton's 'Managerial Grid' (1985)
Kouzes And Posner (1987) The Process Of Great Leadership
Badaracco's View Of Leadership
Summary And Conclusion
Bibliography
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"The 'Managerial Grid' as proposed by Blake and Mouton (1985) uses two axis which are those of: (1) Concern for people - plotted through use of the vertical axis; and (2) Concern for task - plotted on the horizontal axis. Each of these has a range from 0 through 9 and operates on the belief that "just two dimensions can describe a managerial behavior". These two dimensions can be drawn as a graph or as a grid and contains four types of leaders on the scales as follows:
1. Authoritarian (9 on task, 1 on people)
2. Team Leader (9 on task, 9 on people)
3. Country Club (1 on task, 9 on people)
4. Impoverished (1 on task, 1 on people). (Clark, 2006)"
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Strategic Marketing, 2007.
This paper deals with strategic marketing and product evaluation.
1,161 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 5 sources, MLA, AU$ 59.95
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In this article, the writer notes that the most critical source of new revenue, product differentiation, and demands for innovation are new products. The writer points out that despite the highly critical nature of products within the traditional 4Ps of marketing which also include pricing, promotion, and place or distribution, many companies are challenged by the tasks associated with transforming innovative ideas into saleable products. The writer discusses product development and innovation. The writer looks into brands and products, making use of Coca Cola, Pepsi, Microsoft and Salesforce.com as examples.
Outline:
Approaches Companies Take To New Product Development
Figure 1: Grid of Product Introductions
New Products: Blue Ocean or Red Ocean Strategy?
Managing Product Life-cycles
Bringing Innovation into Products
References
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"The differences between Pepsi and Coca-Cola in their NPDI and broader PLM processes are certainly defined by each of their relative innate competitive advantages, yet Pepsi is definitely the more aggressive and less risk averse at acquiring new brands. Pepsi's aggressiveness on acquiring brands has in fact paid off more than the philosophy inside Coca-Cola of trying to build brands. With the Coca-Cola board of directors anchored by famed investor William Buffet who nixed the deal for Coke to acquire the Gatorade brand for 10.1% equity, the philosophy he exemplifies of having the company build its own brands over time. Coca-Cola favors organic growth of product lines and brands while Pepsi has a much more aggressive merger & acquisition (M&A) strategy for growth. Pepsi's M&A strategies in fact have been very risky yet have continually fueled their product line growth and enabled them to continually build an impressive array of products in their portfolio. At the center of their strength is the strategic definition of their business as being refreshment and beverages over purely soft drinks."
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FedEx, 2007.
An evaluation of the marketing strategies of FedEx as compared to its competitors.
3,481 words (approx. 13.9 pages), 5 sources, APA, AU$ 143.95
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This paper discusses the overall marketing strategy of FedEx, looking at its product or service, promotion, place, price, and distribution networks and where it has a competitive advantage in the industry. The paper then delves into differences between FedEx and UPS, as well as the U.S. Postal Service and DHL. It also looks at the market share of the three U.S. companies including how they compare in product positioning, markets, distribution, promotion strategy and price.
Outline:
Introduction
Company Name and Background
Mission Statement
Goods and Services
Competitors
Position and Competitive Advantage
Primary Attributes
Primary Target Markets
Product Categories
Product Market Grid
Market Development
Competitive Advantage
Distribution Strategy
Logistics
Physical Facilities
Competitive Advantage in Distribution
Promotion Strategy
Promotional Mix
Competitive Advantage in Promotion
Pricing Strategy
Pricing Strategy and Tactics
Integration of Mix
Competitive Advantage in Pricing
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"One of the main players in cargo transportation is FedEx. The modern air/ground express industry was invented with the founding of Federal Express in 1971; the corporation was created in 1998 as FDX Corporation and became FedEx Corporation in January 2000. In 2004, they acquired Kinko's signaling the next phase of growth, profitability and new service offerings for customers. Today, FedEx Corporation is the premier provider of shipping and information services worldwide, and its companies function under the motto of "operate independently, compete collectively and manage collaboratively." By operating independently, each company can focus exclusively on delivering the best service for its specific market."
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Crossword Puzzles, 2008.
This paper examines the nearly 100 year old history and popularity of the crossword puzzle.
955 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, AU$ 48.95
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This paper discusses that crossword puzzles can be found in almost every newspaper in almost every country and in magazines and book dedicated solely to these puzzles. The author points out that crossword puzzles have inspired other gridded word games, like acrostic, cryptic and diagram-less puzzles, and board games, such as Scrabble. The paper relates that the predecessors of today's crossword puzzles is the 19th century British acrostic puzzle designed specifically for children, such as "Lewis Carroll's doublet puzzle". The author relates that the first known word square, called the Sator Square, was carved in stone and dates from the first century A.D. in Pompeii. The paper concludes that, although crossword puzzles provide a form of constructive entertainment during leisure hours, some people claim that puzzle solving is a human instinct.
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"Puzzles have been around since the beginning of history. "One of the earliest surviving manuscripts of human civilization is, as a matter of fact, a collection of mathematical puzzles", known as the Rhind Papyrus. In the ancient world, the first puzzles were in physical form, or labyrinths. According to Denasi (2002), "the biblical kings Solomon and Hiram were renewed for organizing riddle contests." The word 'puzzle' probably derives from the Middle English word poselet, meaning bewildered or confused. The crossword is the most common variety of word puzzle in the world, yet it is one of the few types of puzzles that do not have an ancient origin."
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Enterprise Service Bus Architectures, 2007.
A discussion on enterprise service bus (ESB) architectures in manufacturing.
4,879 words (approx. 19.5 pages), 7 sources, MLA, AU$ 181.95
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The paper examines how many business drivers that are influencing and growing the use of enterprise service bus (ESB) architectures throughout global manufacturing are also making it critical for manufacturers to take into account the need for greater synchronization of supply chains across the many sourcing, supply chain, manufacturing, fulfillment and service centers. The paper discusses how, over and above the need for manufacturers to synchronize these disparate, legacy and often non-integrated systems with enterprise resource planning (ERP), supply chain, distributed order management, and often, global customer relationship management (CRM) systems is the more fundamental challenge of turning all these systems into competitive advantages in the marketplace.
Outline:
Introduction
Table 1: Planning Web Services For Channels: Real-Time Versus Batch Integration
Figure 1: Manufacturer's dilemma regarding mass customization and channel implications of integration
Figure 2: An example of a Brokered ESB Pattern Model
Implications of Visualization Grids on ESB in Manufacturing
Figure 4: Combining BPEL4WP and Key Performance Indicator Financial Performance
Figure 5: An Example of a Manufacturing Dashboard
Figure 6: IBM WebSphere's' Hierarchical Model
ESB as the Catalyst for attaining The Perfect Order
Table 2: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Relative to The Perfect Order
Enterprise Service Bus Case Studies
Areas for Future Research
References
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"The logic of many global manufacturers is that while they are incurring the costs of attaining compliance to government regulations and standards for financial disclosure, they can at the same time completely re-define their IT strategies to better align with the needs of their business. In this regard many manufacturers today look to compliance as the impetus for change, and the primary reason to re-architecting how information technologies and services support making their organizations more agile and flexible."
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Homelessness in Central Toronto, 2005.
This paper discusses homelessness, spatial awareness and health in central Toronto.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 8 sources, AU$ 129.95
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In this essay the writer discusses the central grid of homelessness in Toronto with attention to health. The writer refers to Fitzpatrick & LaGory on spatial identification of homeless persons, to fieldwork indicating a local culture of homelessness and some interviews. Further, the writer makes much reflection on what the problems are and what could be done, given that homeless persons of low health seem to be a permanent reality.
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"Fitzpatrick & LaGory note that the, "the spatial deprivation of homelessness represents an extreme form of poverty". They refer to the spatial in terms of a sense of place, whereas there may be other ways to interpret the spatial reality of the homeless person. In central Toronto, one finds a way of life that may suit some individuals, perhaps ironically, while presenting serious risks to health that are less found in housed persons. There is an 'urban health penalty' assigned to those who live in poorer areas of North American cities."
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