Discuss the various levels and types of strategies the firm may use to maximize its competitiveness and profitability.
Develop an executive-level PowerPoint presentation with 8–12 slides with speaker notes and appropriate graphics. Create a SWOT analysis for the company to determine its major strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats. Based on the SWOT analysis, outline a strategy for the company to capitalize on its strengths and opportunities, and minimize its weaknesses and threats. Discuss the various levels and types of strategies the firm may use to maximize its competitiveness and profitability. Outline a communications plan the company could use to make the strategies you recommend above known to all stakeholders. Assess efforts by this corporation to be a responsible (ethical) corporate citizen and determine the impact these efforts (or lack thereof) have on the company’s bottom line. Provide specific examples to support your response.
What directions would you give to the supervisors and engineers?
The Situation: You are the EH&S professional at your company’s shipyard. You have just received a call from a production supervisor that there has been a very serious near miss accident out in the assembly area. Your company is manufacturing the second Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) for the US Navy. This new generation high speed, trimaran design warship has been designed to carry out a wide range of tactical, combat, and support operations in the near-shore (littoral) environment. The project is severally over budget and has received a considerable amount of criticism for it. Successful completion of the project at this phase will be a prime determinant in your companies securing the very lucrative follow-up contracts for more LCS’s. Everyone in the shipyard feels the pressure to complete this project ASAP. Apparently a very large 20 ton overhead crane had some cables snap and has partially collapsed while trying to hoist a large section of the vessel into place for its final welding operation. When you arrive on scene, you see the section wedged overhead between some support beams and walkways. About a dozen hourly workers are scattered about as they leaped to safety after hearing the cables snap. There are many bumps, bruises and scratches on the workers, but they all are able to be treated internally at your nurse’s office. In this initial assessment, there appears to be no need for, or request on the part of the employees, to go to any outside medical consultant or hospital emergency room. Almost immediately you can hear the men complaining that the first attempt to lift the unit did not work and then the production engineer’s decided to “jury rig” some extra cables to lift the unit in place. In addition, one individual said that they were trying to hoist about 28-30 tons, and that was just too much for the old crane. Another offered that the cables themselves had not been changed out in a couple of years and that was against OSHA regulations. Everyone said that they could hear the unit groan and screech before the cables snapped and the crane partially collapsed. Before you walk off with the supervisors to inspect the damage one of the workers offers the opinion that this is an “imminent danger” situation. About 30 minutes later, you are meeting with the engineers and supervisors on one the overhead platforms continuing your inspection of the damage: when a supervisor comes up and tells you that he has heard that an hourly employee has just called OSHA and told them of the situation and that they used the term “imminent danger” in their conversation. The Questions: What are your most important concerns? What should you do next? What information is the most critical for you to have right away? What directions would you give to the supervisors and engineers? When should you inform your facility manager and what should you tell him/her? Should you meet with the hourly employees and what will you discuss with them? How will you handle the OSHA inspector should one show up in the next few hours? Instructions: You are required to discuss a sequential Action Plan on your part that addresses all of the issues presented. It should be a minimum of about 500-600 words (that’s about two pages when double spaced, 12 pt type, 1” margins) and must follow the APA formatting guidelines.
For each of the above transactions, specify whether the item in question should be included in ending inventory, and if so, at what amount.
P6-1A Kirk Limited is trying to determine the value of its ending inventory as of February 28, 2012, the company’s year-end. The accountant counted everything that was in the warehouse, as of February 28, which resulted in an ending inventory valuation of $48,000. However, she didn’t know how to treat the following transactions so she didn’t record them. Determine items and amounts to be recorded in inventory.(SO 1), AN(a) On February 26, Kirk shipped to a customer goods costing $800. The goods were shipped FOB shipping point, and the receiving report indicates that the customer received the goods on March 2.(b) On February 26, Seller Inc. shipped goods to Kirk FOB destination. The invoice price was $350 plus $25 for freight. The receiving report indicates that the goods were received by Kirk on March 2.(c) Kirk had $500 of inventory at a customer’s warehouse “on approval.” The customer was going to let Kirk know whether it wanted the merchandise by the end of the week, March 4.(d) Kirk also had $400 of inventory at a Balena craft shop, on consignment from Kirk.(e) On February 26, Kirk ordered goods costing $750. The goods were shipped FOB shipping point on February 27. Kirk received the goods on March 1.(f) On February 28, Kirk packaged goods and had them ready for shipping to a customer FOB destination. The invoice price was $350 plus $25 for freight; the cost of the items was $280. The receiving report indicates that the goods were received by the customer on March 2.(g) Kirk had damaged goods set aside in the warehouse because they are no longer saleable. These goods originally cost $400 and, originally, Kirk expected to sell these items for $600.Instructions For each of the above transactions, specify whether the item in question should be included in ending inventory, and if so, at what amount. For each item that is not included in ending inventory, indicate who owns it and what account, if any, it should have been recorded in.
create a digital scrapbook that includes examples of the legacy of the Renaissance in your school and community.
The Renaissance was a bridge from the medieval world to the modern world, and its legacy can be seen all around us. Ready to get up from your seat? It’s time for you to find examples of the influence of this period!For your assessment, create a digital scrapbook that includes examples of the legacy of the Renaissance in your school and community. For example, you might look at the buildings around you and find Renaissance architectural elements such as domes and columns. Is there a theater group in town producing a play written by Shakespeare? Perhaps you will find a copy of the book The Prince, a Shakespeare in Love DVD, a flyer for a poetry reading, or an ad for continuing education classes at a local college. Hint: Make sure your examples demonstrate that you can spot the Renaissance’s influence on our culture today. A painting that uses a Renaissance technique created by a modern-day artist is a great example of the legacy. On the other hand, a picture of a Renaissance painting in an art textbook does not demonstrate the influence of Renaissance artists today.In your digital scrapbook, include the following:
Compare and contrast the early ways of thinking about psychological disorders to today’s current view and explain the multi-dimensional model and the major approaches (theorized causes) of mental illness.
To prepare for this week’s Assignment, review the following videos in addition to this week’s assigned Reading: In the past, a one-cause approach was more accepted to understanding psychopathological behavior. Today, it is more accepted that there are multiple causes that can explain the development of mental illness.For this Assignment, you will compare and contrast the early ways of thinking about psychological disorders to today’s current view and explain the multi-dimensional model and the major approaches (theorized causes) of mental illness.Submitting Your Learning ActivityUsing your textbook, complete the Unit 3 Assignment Template. Complete the document in 2–3 pages, using APA writing style, and save it in a location with your first and last name in the title. When you are ready to submit it, go to the Dropbox and complete the steps below: For this assignment, you will compare and contrast the early ways of thinking about psychological disorders to today’s current view and explain the multi-dimensional model and the major approaches (theorized causes) of mental illness. Be sure to use APA writing style, double space, and complete the assignment in 2 to 3 pages or a minimum of 8 paragraphs. When completed, submit the Unit 3 Assignment Template to the Unit 3 Assignment Dropbox. Early Beliefs In 1 paragraph, explain what early thoughts and beliefs existed about what caused mental illness. Psychological Traditions In 1 paragraph, describe how one of the Psychological Traditions helped further the beliefs about what causes mental illness (Freud’s psychoanalytic theory of the unconscious, humanism, or the behavioral model). Multi-Dimensional Approach In a few sentences, explain the idea of a multi-dimensional integrative approach and how it differs from a single approach to understanding the major causes of mental illness. Biological Approach In 1 paragraph, provide an overview of the biological approach as it relates to an explanation or cause of mental illness. Psychological Approach In 1 paragraph, provide an overview of the psychological approach as it relates to an explanation or cause of mental illness. Emotions Approach In 1 paragraph, provide an overview of the emotional approach as it relates to an explanation or cause of mental illness. Social and Cultural Approach In 1 paragraph, provide an overview of the sociocultural approach as it relates to an explanation or cause of mental illness. Developmental Approach In 1 paragraph, provide an overview of the developmental approach as it relates to an explanation or cause of mental illness. References
For nepotism , identify three potential solutions to the ethical dilemma.
For nepotism , identify three potential solutions to the ethical dilemma. For each possible solution, consider the potential impacts and outcomes. Who are the key stakeholders (such as employees, customers/clients, the local community, or the environment)? Each potential solution should be viewed through, and explained from, the point of view of the ethical theory you have determined is best suited to your case. For example, if you chose utilitarianism, your focus will be on end results. On the other hand, if you chose deontology, you would judge your solution based on how well it conforms to universally held principles. Conclude your discussion by explaining which possible solution is the best based on your ethical beliefs.
Prepare a critique of the sampling strategy used by Yob and Brewer
The answer lies in how clearly you articulate the criteria for selecting data sources; (b) your ability to purposefully select cases; and (c) the extent to which those cases are “information-rich… for in-depth study” (Patton, 2015, p. 264) with respect to the purpose of the study. As you prepare for this week’s Discussion, consider turning your attention to the variety of purposeful sampling strategies you may consider in developing your research plan. Also consider that qualitative researchers seek a threshold or cut-off point for when to stop collecting data. There is no magic number (although there are guidelines). Rather, saturation occurs as an interface between the researcher and the data and (b) between data collection and data analysis to determine when enough is For this Discussion, you will critique a sampling strategy used in a research article. To prepare for this Discussion: Prepare a critique of the sampling strategy used by Yob and Brewer (n.d.). Include the following your critique:https://class.waldenu.edu/bbcswebdav/institution/USW1/201710_27/XX_RSCH/RSCH_8310/readings/USW1_RSCH_8310_Yob_workingTowardTheCommonGoodArticle.pdf
Prepare an 8-10 page data analysis and quality improvement initiative proposal based on a health issue of interest.
Prepare an 8-10 page data analysis and quality improvement initiative proposal based on a health issue of interest. Include internal and external benchmark data, evidence-based recommendations to improve health care quality and safety, and communication strategies to gain buy-in from all interprofessional team members responsible for implementing the initiative.Health care providers are perpetually striving to improve care quality and patient safety. To accomplish enhanced care, outcomes need to be measured. Next, data measures must be validated. Measurement and validation of information support performance improvement. Health care providers must focus attention on evidence-based best practices to improve patient outcomes.Health informatics, along with new and improved technologies and procedures, are at the core of all quality improvement initiatives. Data analysis begins with provider documentation, researched process improvement models, and recognized quality benchmarks. All of these items work together to improve patient outcomes. Professional nurses must be able to interpret and communicate dashboard information that displays critical care metrics and outcomes along with data collected from the care delivery process.For this assessment, use your current role or assume a role you hope to have. You will develop a quality improvement (QI) initiative proposal based on a health issue of professional interest. To create this proposal, analyze a health care facility’s dashboard metrics and external benchmark data. Include evidence-based recommendations to improve health care quality and safety relating to your selected issue. Successful QI initiatives depend on the support of nursing staff and other members of the interprofessional team. As a result, a key aspect of your proposal will be the communication strategies you plan to use to get buy-in from these team members.To develop the QI initiative proposal required for this assessment, you must analyze a health care facility’s dashboard metrics. Choose Option 1 or 2 according to your ability to access dashboard metrics for a QI initiative proposal.If you have access to dashboard metrics related to a QI initiative proposal of interest to you, complete the following:If you do not have access to a dashboard or metrics related to a QI initiative proposal:Use your current role or assume a role you would like to have. Choose a quality improvement initiative of professional interest to you. Your current organization is probably working on quality improvement initiatives that can be evaluated, so consider starting there.To develop your proposal you will:Remember, your initiative’s success depends on the interprofessional team’s commitment to the QI initiative. Think carefully about these stakeholders and how you plan to include them in the process, as they will help you develop and implement ideas and sustain outcomes. Also, remember how important external stakeholders, such as patients and other health care delivery organizations, are to the process. As you are preparing this assessment, consider carefully the communication strategies you will employ to include the perspectives of all internal and external stakeholders in your proposal.The following numbered points correspond to grading criteria in the scoring guide. The bullets below each grading criterion further delineate tasks to fulfill the assessment requirements. Be sure that your proposal addresses all of the content below. You may also want to read the scoring guide to better understand the performance levels related to each grading criterion.
Explore the death penalty as it relates to juveniles.
InstructionsIn this case study, you will explore the death penalty as it relates to juveniles. Hopefully, this assignment will assist in learning how complex and significant the Miller v. Alabama case was in the juvenile justice system. The completed assignment should use one outside resource, which can come from the following list: Equal Justice Initiative. (n.d.). Miller v. Alabama. https://eji.org/miller-v-alabama Miller v. Alabama. (n.d.). https://www.oyez.org/cases/2011/10-9646 Miller v. Alabama. (n.d.). http://www.scotusblog.com/miller-v-alabama/Skelton, C. (n.d.). Miller v. Alabama, 567 U.S. 460 (2012). https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/567/460/Swift, J. (2013, June 25). Miller v. Alabama: One year later. https://jjie.org/2013/06/25/miller-v-alabama-one-year-later/Teigen, A. (2017, April 20). Miller v. Alabama and juvenile life without parole laws. http://www.ncsl.org/research/civil-and-criminal-justice/miller-v-alabama-and-juvenile-life-without-parole-laws.aspxBe sure to include the following components in your paper:Provide a brief description of the background of the court case.Include a discussion on the U.S. Supreme Court decision. What did they consider?Include a discussion on the status of the death penalty as it had previously related to juveniles.Provide your opinion on the juvenile death penalty and the U.S. Supreme Court’s opinion.Given your readings on the three main waivers used in the juvenile justice system to transfer adolescents to adult court, which waiver was best suited for the Miller v. Alabama case? Explain your reasoning.The completed case study should be at least two pages in length. All sources used must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations in APA style.
Explain why ethics and integrity are important to the field of IT.
Explain why ethics and integrity are important to the field of IT.GEL-7.02: Apply ethical reasoning to ethical issues within the field of information technology.PurposeUnit 9, Assignment 1: Competitor Evaluation BenchmarkProject managers typically have a role in the procurement decision-making process. Decisions in procurement need to be objective and result in the best support for project success. This assignment will provide a basic framework for objective evaluation.Unit 9, Assignment 2: Professional ResponsibilityProject managers have an ethical professional responsibility to uphold in the management of projects. PMI has established formal guidelines that project managers are required to follow.Assignment InstructionsAssignment 1: Your company has decided to provide you with a new smart phone of your choice; however, you must bring your procurement manager a proposal for your selection with benchmarks of selected product capabilities and costs. Using MS Excel, build a Competitor Evaluation Benchmark listing a minimum of five of your evaluation criteria down the first column and at least four commercial smart phone manufacturers (with at least one vendor being international) across the top row. Identify the criteria that are the most important and give them heavier weights. Remember, cost is also a consideration.Use the following competitor array chart as an example to build your competitor evaluation benchmark. Remember, the formulae are not embedded in this chart but must be embedded in your benchmark. See your grading rubric for the grading criteria.Assignment RequirementsCreate an Excel spreadsheet to reflect the Competitor Evaluation Benchmark worksheet requirements as described in the assignment instructions and submit under the required Dropbox.
