Discuss the future of General Electric and its Global Supply Chain.

The topic is General Electric and how they manage their Global Supply Chain. Discuss the past regarding Jack Welch and how he created the Six Sigma process. Make sure to incorporate these major topics: Lean Management, Processes and Technology, Capacity, Resource Allocation and Management, Project Management, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Scheduling, Sales and Operations, and Cultural Awareness and how GE utilizes these. Discuss the future of General Electric and its Global Supply Chain.•Make sure to incorporate these major topics: Lean Management, Processes and Technology, Capacity, Resource Allocation and Management, Project Management, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Scheduling, Sales and Operations, and Cultural Awareness•Include a title page (not part of the page count)•Use 12-pt. font with 1-inch marginsused.The paper will need to be supported with citations/references following the APA form and style of writing. Provide a properly formatted APA style references page.

Describe the ethical issue involved and discuss the history of this issue, including any pertinent policies or precedents.

Using the South University Online Library, write a 5- to 7-page research paper in a Microsoft Word document on a topic of your choice. It should relate to an ethical issue facing healthcare professionals today on either a management or a clinical level or both. Your paper should include the answers to the following questions:Describe the ethical issue involved and discuss the history of this issue, including any pertinent policies or precedents.Discuss the major stakeholders involved in the issue and their respective roles.Discuss and apply at least one of the major ethical theories and the ethical decision-making process to the issue.Define the factors involved that can influence the issue or final decision.Discuss the impact of a diverse population on the ethical issue.Discuss the impact of a diverse staff on the issue.Your final paper should adhere to the following guidelines:The paper should be 5 to 7 pages.The paper must have a title or cover page.The title or cover page must be followed by an abstract of 100–200 words.The paper must use proper APA style for citing sources and references.The paper must have a minimum of five current references. Note that primary peer-reviewed references are preferred.Support your responses with examples.Cite any sources in APA format. The paper must come from the South University library.

Discuss in detail a problem at work, persuading and convincing the reader that it needs fixing.

Assignment 2.1: Justification Report – Part 1Due Week 3 and worth 150 pointsIn Assignments 2.1, 2.2, and 2.3, you will be building up a formal, researched justification report (one part at a time) that culminates in a recommendation to implement a particular product, service, or program in your place of employment. This recommended product, service, or program should resolve a problem that you identify in your workplace and should be directed to your employer (even if you do not actually plan to share it with your employer).Use the basic outline below to draft Assignment 2. Organize your responses to each question under the following section headings:Problem Statement (for Question 1)Overview of Alternatives (for Question 2)Criteria (for Question 3)Methods (for Question 4)Using the provided template, write Part 1 of a single-spaced report in which you:Discuss in detail a problem at work, persuading and convincing the reader that it needs fixing.Provide a detailed description of two (2) possible solutions (“alternatives”) that could be implemented to resolve the problem identified in Question 1.List and detail five (5) criteria that you will use to measure the worth of each alternative in Question 2. Note: The alternative that satisfies the most criteria to the highest degree will be the one you recommend later to your employer (in Assignment 2.3). Criteria are standards that the audience values and are therefore used to measure the worth of each alternative (common examples include cost, desirability, durability, efficiency, time it will take to implement, and practicality).Describe in detail how you will conduct the research needed to determine the best alternative to recommend to your employer. Note: This is a one to two (1-2) paragraph description of what research needs to be completed in order to evaluate the alternatives. This is not a detailed procedure for solving the problem.Your assignment must:Be typed, single spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, your name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:Support ideas or claims in body paragraphs with clear details, examples, and explanations.Organize ideas logically by using transitional words, phrases, and sentences.Use sentence variety and effective word choice in written communication.Apply writing process strategies to develop formal business reports and / or proposals.Use technology and information resources to research issues related to selected topics.Write clearly and concisely using proper writing mechanics.Click here to view the grading rubric. …Points: 150Assignment 2.1: Justification Report – Part 1Criteria UnacceptableBelow 60% FMeets Minimum Expectations60-69% D Fair70-79% C Proficient80-89% B Exemplary90-100% A1. Discuss in detail a problem at work, persuading and convincing the reader that it needs fixing.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely discussed in detail a problem at work, persuading and convincing the reader that it needs fixing.Insufficiently discussed in detail a problem at work, persuading and convincing the reader that it needs fixing.Partially discussed in detail a problem at work, persuading and convincing the reader that it needs fixing.Satisfactorily discussed in detail a problem at work, persuading and convincing the reader that it needs fixing.Thoroughly discussed in detail a problem at work, persuading and convincing the reader that it needs fixing.2. Provide a detailed description of two (2) possible solutions (“alternatives”) that could be implemented to resolve the problem identified in Question 1.Weight: 20%Did not submit or incompletely provided a detailed description of two (2) possible solutions (“alternatives”) that could be implemented to resolve the problem identified in Question 1.Insufficiently provided a detailed description of two (2) possible solutions (“alternatives”) that could be implemented to resolve the problem identified in Question 1.Partially provided a detailed description of two (2) possible solutions (“alternatives”) that could be implemented to resolve the problem identified in Question 1.Satisfactorily provided a detailed description of two (2) possible solutions (“alternatives”) that could be implemented to resolve the problem identified in Question 1.Thoroughly provided a detailed description of two (2) possible solutions (“alternatives”) that could be implemented to resolve the problem identified in Question 1.3. List and describe five (5) criteria that you will use to measure the worth of each alternative in Question 2. Weight: 15%Did not submit or incompletely listed and described five (5) criteria that you will use to measure the worth of each alternative in Question 2.Insufficiently listed and described five (5) criteria that you will use to measure the worth of each alternative in Question 2.Partially listed and described five (5) criteria that you will use to measure the worth of each alternative in Question 2.Satisfactorily listed and described five (5) criteria that you will use to measure the worth of each alternative in Question 2.Thoroughly listed and described five (5) criteria that you will use to measure the worth of each alternative in Question 2.4. Describe in detail how you will conduct the research needed to determine the best alternative to recommend to your employer. Weight: 15%Did not submit or incompletely described in detail how you will conduct the research needed to the best alternative to recommend to your employer. Insufficiently described in detail how you will conduct the research needed to determine the best alternative to recommend to your employer. Partially described in detail how you will conduct the research needed to determine the best alternative to recommend to your employer. Satisfactorily described in detail how you will conduct the research needed to determine the best alternative to recommend to your employer. Thoroughly described in detail how you will conduct the research needed to the best alternative to recommend to your employer. 5. Clarity, writing mechanics, and formatting requirements.Weight: 30%More than 8 errors present.7-8 errors present.5-6 errors present.3-4 errors present.0-2 errors present.

Using the sociological perspective of your choice, how might you explain the widening income inequality gap in the United States and around the world?

Discussion question I only need 2 to 3 sentences per question no APA or MLA. 1-Using the sociological perspective of your choice, how might you explain the widening income inequality gap in the United States and around the world? What is inequality and why is it an important concept to study? 2-Class, what is your reaction to this video? How is racial profiling an example of prejudice and discrimination? What can be done to change the criminal justice system to more fairly handle people without regard to their race or ethnicity? http://time.com/3153340/beyond-a-simple-solution-for-ferguson/?xid=emailshare 3-As you learn about social inequality in this class this week, what are you learning about the consequences of wealth and income inequalities? What is the difference between wealth and income? Where do we see more inequality in society? 4– What are some inequalities that might result from simply being born into a neighborhood with few resources and housing that is undervalued? What might the long term consequences be of being born into a situation where your family does not have good access to health care? How might this impact one’s ability to succeed? 5- Class, even though we live in an open economic system, do you think that everyone has equal chance to get ahead? Do people typically see much improvement in their economic situation over time? 6- Do you think that it is fair that certain degrees from certain institutions are valued more than earning that degree somewhere else? What are some of the challenges with the current education system? Why is education so expensive and who does it hurt the most to pay the cost of college today? 7- Do you think that someone who was working class or someone who was lower middle class could run for president? How would they finance their campaign? Do you think that they would have support?

Describe adult relationships, lifestyles, and issues of parenting and longevity.

Go to NPR’s StoryCorps Website, located at http://www.npr.org/series/4516989/storycorps. Read two (2) articles that were published within the last two (2) months that focus on individuals with major adjustment issues. Next, use the textbook and the Strayer Library to research evidence-based strategies to help with adjustment. Consider strategies that relate to stress and coping, gender, stages of life, cultural and social issues, and health.When referencing the selected stories, please use this format:Standard Reference Format:Title of the story [Audio file]. (Year, Month Day). Retrieved from website url.A homeless teen finds solace in a teacher and a recording [Audio file]. (2014, March 7). Retrieved from http://www.npr.org/2014/03/07/286921391/a-homeless-teen-finds-solace-in-a-teacher-and-a-recording. In-Text Citation Format:The in-text citation for a selected story is an abbreviated version of the title and the year of publication. The abbreviation contains the first three words of the title.(“A homeless teen,” 2014).When referencing the textbook, please use this format:Standard Textbook Reference Format:Author’s Name. (Date of publication). Title of the resource. Publisher information.Santrock, J. (2006). Human adjustment: 2007 custom edition. Boston, MA: McGraw-Hill.In-Text Citation Format:The in-text citation for the textbook is the author’s last name and year of publication.(Santrock, 2006). Write a three to six (3-6) page paper in which you:Summarize one (1) article you selected from the NPR Website. The one (1) article must be from within the last two (2) months.Describe the major adjustment issues discussed in each story.Examine at least three (3) evidence-based strategies from each of the selected articles that could help the individuals in each article enhance their adjustment skills.Recommend the one evidence-based strategy thatYOU feel is best suited for the people in the selected articles. Discuss why you recommend the strategy you chose. On what do you base your assertions?Cite your selected article as a source. Your textbook should be used as an additional source, for a total of two (2) sources.Please organize your paper with subheadings as follows (each subheading should be followed by a paragraph containing the appropriate information):Summary of chosen articleMajor adjustment issue in chosen articleThree (3) evidence-based strategies from chosen articleEvidence-based strategy I feel is best suited for people in chosen articleReferencesYour assignment must follow these formatting requirements:Be typed, double-spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required assignment page length.Include a reference page containing APA-formatted references for all sources used in your paper. The reference page is not included in the required assignment page length.The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:Identify contextual variables (e.g., culture) that impact psychological adjustment.Define stress, stressors, and coping strategies, and contemplate their relationship to health and wellness.Identify and describe social psychological phenomena.Describe adult relationships, lifestyles, and issues of parenting and longevity.Identify gender differences and explore gender role stereotypes.Use technology and information resources to research issues in psychology.Write clearly and concisely about psychology using proper writing mechanics.

Explain which techniques you feel would be most helpful for those struggling with depression and anxiety disorders.

In your reading this week, you learned about several different theories and techniques used to help people struggling with psychological disorders. Complaints of depression and anxiety are very common among adults seeking help these days (Dunlop, Scheinberg, & Dunlop, 2013). Use the knowledge you have gained in this unit to consider ways that these therapies can be used to help people.ReferenceDunlop, B. W., Scheinberg, K., & Dunlop, A. L. (2013). Ten ways to improve the treatment of depression and anxiety in adults. Mental Health In Family Medicine , 10(3), 175-181.Explain which techniques you feel would be most helpful for those struggling with depression and anxiety disorders.Why do you think these approaches would be helpful?Are there any treatment approaches covered in your reading that you do not feel would be helpful or that you are against? Explain your reas

discuss effective presentation skills when delivering instruction to adult learners.

Creating and delivering effective presentations for adult learners means providing engaging and relevant instruction for the context. When planning effective professional development sessions, facilitators must consider best practices, andragogical principles, and biases held by themselves and their audience.In a 500-750 word , discuss effective presentation skills when delivering instruction to adult learners.Include the following:Overview of andragogy, including Malcolm Knowles’ five assumptions of adult learners.A rationale for applying andragogical principles when creating and delivering professional development.At least 3-5 best practices for creating and delivering effective presentations to adult learners.Examples of 2-3 professional, community, or technological resources to support analysis, reflection, and problem solving for adult learners .Explanation of how cultural, ethnic, and gender biases of presenter and audience can affect presentation effectiveness and strategies to reduce or eliminate bias.Support with 2-3 scholarly resources.Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide.

assess the readiness of the health care organization or network in addressing the health care needs of citizens in the next decade, and include a strategic plan that addresses issues pertaining to network growth, nurse staffing, resource management, and patient satisfaction.

Details:Research a health care organization or a network that spans several states within the U.S. (Example: United Healthcare, Vanguard, Banner Healthcare, etc.).Harvard Business Review Online and Hoover’s Company Records, found in the GCU Library, are useful sources. You may also find pertinent information on your organization’s webpage. Review “Singapore Airlines Case Study.”Prepare a 1,000-1,250-word paper that focuses on the organization or network you have selected.Your essay should assess the readiness of the health care organization or network in addressing the health care needs of citizens in the next decade, and include a strategic plan that addresses issues pertaining to network growth, nurse staffing, resource management, and patient satisfaction. Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment. You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Only Word documents can be submitted to Turnitin.

Do you think health care is a right or a privilege?

Healthcare in our country has become politicized with a lot of discussion and arguments from both sides on how best to approach it. After reading through the week’s content, discuss your thoughts here. Do you think health care is a right or a privilege? Who should be responsible for paying for health costs? What are some pros to a private health care system? What are some pros to a universal system? How about pros for a socialized health care system? Should we treat healthcare like any other private company designed to generate profits? Why or why not?While this post does ask for your opinion, you MUST support your opinion with credible sources. Use the links provided or any other CREDIBLE resources to support your stance. Cite appropriately in the post as well as the full citation at the end of the post.

Do you agree or disagree with this assessment of the good life, and why?

Analyze and explain Epicurus’ famous proclamation: “Thanks be to blessed Nature because she has made what is necessary easy to supply, and what is not easy unnecessary…The right understanding of these facts enables us to refer all choice and avoidance to the health of the body and the soul’s freedom from disturbance, since this is the aim of the life of blessedness.” Do you agree or disagree with this assessment of the good life, and why?In support of your argument, please refer to specific passages from the video (Alain de Botton’s “Epicurus on Happiness—Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness,” available on YouTube via the link below) as well as to the Epicurus reading assignment, and your own life experiences and observations. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=irornIAQzQY

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