...Gustav Kirchhoff Student: Austin Stilwell Class: PHY-151 Instructor: Prof. G.Camilo Lab Date: July 21, 2014 CVCC For my term paper I decided to research and write about Gustav Kirchhoff. Gustav was the son of a lawyer; he was born and educated in Königsberg, Prussia (now the Russian city Kaliningrad). He graduated from Albertus University in 1847 and soon after married Clara Richelot, the daughter of his mathematics professor. The couple immediately relocated to Berlin, where Kirchhoff had obtained an unpaid teaching position. In 1850, at the unusually young age of 26, he received an appointment as Professor Extraordinaire in Breslau (now Wroclaw), Poland (Gustav Robert Kirchhoff). Gustav is often referred to as the father of electrical currents. I chose to write my paper about Kirchhoff because; I am currently studying electrical engineering technology. A lot of the information that you learn freshman year is based around Kirchhoff’s Laws. In 1845, Kirchhoff became acquainted with Bunsen, who urged him to follow him to Heidelberg, Germany, which he did in 1854. As a professor of physics at the university there, Kirchhoff was very successful, but he did suffer personal adversity when his wife died in 1869, leaving him alone to finish raising their four children, a task made more difficult by a disability that often confined him to a wheelchair or to the use of crutches (Molecular Expressions). Gustav also announced his voltage laws at this...
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...STAG TOURISM IN CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE STAG TOURISM IN EASTERN EUROPE STAG TOURISM IN CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE Table of contents. 1. Introduction…………………………………………………………………………………… 2 2. Problem Statement…………………………………………………………………………...2 3. Methodology. …………………………………………………………………………………..3 4. Findings…………………………………………………………………………………………...5 5. Stag Tourism Destination as Place……………………………………………………. 6 6. Stag Tourism Destination as Space…………………………………………………….9 7. Advantages and Disadvantages……………………………………………………… 11 8. Conclusion……………………………………………………………………………………..14 9. List of References…………………………………………………………………………..14 Page 1 of 15 STAG TOURISM IN EASTERN EUROPE STAG TOURISM IN CENTRAL AND EASTERN EUROPE 1. INTRODUCTION. The market of tourist services, like any other, subject to certain, specific trends that is easily susceptible to fluctuations and depends on a number of social phenomena and processes of a truly non-market (demographic processes, changes in lifestyle, fashion, environmental and political risks, etc..). In this situation the special role plays information. It allows for the fashion direction to formulate a kind of social policy. In the case of tourism, it is an essential element of economic development. Tourism is in fact one of the few sectors of the economy in which business operators for profit formed only infrastructure needed for customers to enjoy the benefits of "property" in common: the landscape and cultural heritage material. At the turn of...
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...Cooperative Cyber Defense Center of Excellence (CCD COE) and Estonian Academy of Sciences Tallinn, Estonia tyugu@ieee.org Abstract- The speed of processes and the amount of data to be used in defending the cyber space cannot be handled by humans without considerable automation. However, it is difficult to develop software with conventional fixed algorithms (hard-wired logic on decision making level) for effectively defending against the dynamically evolving attacks in networks. This situation can be handled by applying methods of artificial intelligence that provide flexibility and learning capability to software. This paper presents a brief survey of artificial intelligence applications in cyber defense (CD), and analyzes the prospects of enhancing the cyber defense capabilities by means of increasing the intelligence of the defense systems. After surveying the papers available about artificial intelligence applications in CD, we can conclude that useful applications already exist. They belong, first of all, to applications of artificial neural nets in perimeter defense and some other CD areas. From the other side – it has become obvious that many CD problems can be solved successfully only when methods of artificial intelligence are being used. For example, wide knowledge usage is necessary in decision making, and intelligent...
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...selection Countries considered in the selection of the cases Case study partners 7 7 7 7 8 8 9 CASE STUDIES Case study key insights Classification of countries Nature of case study Case study quick-find 10 10 12 12 13 NORTHERN Europe Case 1: SEA, Denmark Case 2: ETM, Estonia Case 3: Demola, Finland Case 4: REAP, Ireland Case 5: Mobility at UL, Latvia Case 6: CSE, Sweden Case 7: SMIL, Sweden Case 8: SPEED, UK Case 9: IDI/Digital City, UK Case 10: Acua Limited, UK 18 19 25 30 35 41 46 52 57 63 70 76 80 84 90 96 EASTERN EUROPE Case 11: GIS, Bulgaria Case 12: TTO Pécs, Hungary Case 13: The Science and Economy Project, Poland Case 14: WCTT, Poland Case 15: Q-PlanNet, Romania 75 1 © Science-to-Business Marketing Research Centre CONTENTS SOUTHERN EUROPE Case 16: MUHC, Malta Case 17: PNICube, Italy Case 18: TTO Milano, Italy Case 19: InnoCash, Spain Case 20: INNOVA, Spain Case 21: INNPACTO, Spain 102 103 108 113 117 122 127 133 140 145 150 155 160 167 173 178 WESTERN EUROPE Case 22: Science Fit, Austria Case 23: FFG, Austria Case 24: TTI, Belgium Case 25: Promotech, France Case 26: UnternehmerTUM, Germany Case 27: The Partnering University Approach, Germany Case 28:...
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...Unfortunately, still a lot of companies today use financial and accounting-based calculations as the ultimate measures of company performance although exclusively financial approach to performance is not sufficient any longer. The aim of the paper is to figure out the requirements that should be fulfilled by modern performance management systems. Thus, in the first part of the article the short review of contemporary approach to performance management was described, in the following part different opinions and discussions from the relevant academic literature were depicted and finally the comprehensive set of ten requirements was proposed. 2 Contemporary Approach to Performance Management In 1965 R. N. Anthony published his seminal work titled “Planning and Control Systems”, in which he introduced the concept of management control. His classic definition of management control was “the process by * Bartłomiej Nita, Ph.D. – Assistant Professor; Department of Managerial Accounting and Accounting for Management, Institute of Accounting, Faculty of Management, Computer Science and Finance, Wrocław University of Economics, ul. Komandorska 118/120, 53-345 Wrocław, Poland; <bartlomiej.nita@ue.wroc.pl>....
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...Interdisciplinary Journal of Information, Knowledge, and Management Volume 2, 2007 Approach to Building and Implementing Business Intelligence Systems Celina M. Olszak and Ewa Ziemba University of Economics, Katowice, Poland olszak@ae.katowice.pl ewa.ziemba@ae.katowice.pl Abstract Abstract: The article aims at describing processes of building Business Intelligence (BI) systems. Taking the BI systems specifics into consideration, the authors present a suggested methodology of the systems creation and implementation in organisations. The considerations are focused on objectives and functional areas of the BI in organisations. Hence, in this context the approach to be used while building and implementing the BI involves two major stages that are of interactive nature, i.e. BI creation and BI “consumption”. A large part of the article is devoted to presenting objectives and tasks that are realised while building and implementing BI. Key words: Business Intelligence, methodology of BI construction, designing BI, business decision-making, knowledge management Introduction Socio-economic reality of contemporary organisations has made organisations face some necessity to look for instruments that would facilitate effective acquiring, processing and analysing vast amounts of data that come from different and dispersed sources and that would serve as some basis for discovering new knowledge. For long time management information systems (MIS) have been supporting organisations in their...
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...Journal of Intercultural Management Vol. 3, No. 2, October 2011, pp. 113–125 Adrian Pyszka Michał Piłat Cracow University of Economics Applying trompenaars typology of organizational culture to implementation of csr strategy 1. Introduction Nowadays many authors declare Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in strategic terms as it is no longer seen as the invention of some social activist but important source of competitive advantage. However various researchers still struggle to figure out what shape and utility should the tools of CSR have and what implementation model could be the best to fulfill the business objectives. The study aims to demonstrate whether Trompenaars bipolar model of organizational culture could prove useful while implementing CSR strategy and to propose some good practice in this case. 2. Theoretical framework Culture A lot has changed in world of management since 80s and many leaders tend to ask a question whether corporate culture is still important. However high interest in that area seems to be a sufficient prove that it still is. According to a recent survey by management consultancy Bain & Company, 9 of 10 senior executives believe that corporate culture is as important as strategy for business - - - - - Electronic PDF security powered by www.IndexCopernicus.com 114 Adrian Pyszka, Michał Piłat success1. Corporate culture is described as general constellation of beliefs, mores, customs, value systems and behaviors...
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...Kołłątaja 1, 81-332 Gdynia, Poland 1University Abstract The paper reviews the social and environmental problems concerning the functioning of dams including their local and global effects. Particularly emphasized is a trend toward removing dams in many countries. These are issues of significant importance, particularly in view of the current discussions on justification of investing in new dams, and seeking safe and economical solutions for aging dams, risky in their further operation. Key words: dam building and removal, local and global effects. „Dams are both a blessing and a curse” Dr. Ute Collier 1. Introduction The above citation accurately, although briefly, reflects general perception of dams. On the one hand, they have undoubtedly played, and still play a significant role in the development of the civilization. On the other hand, their construction and functioning entail incurring immense social costs, often disproportionate to the resulting advantages. Dams have also caused vast irreversible damage in the natural environment. Therefore, there is growing opposition against constructing dams, and even demands to remove the already existing ones. This, in turn, leads to the mobilization of the hydrotechnicians’ circle, seeking possibilities for initiating new investments, which results in a larger and larger gap between the proponents and opponents of hydrotechnical structures on rivers. The objective of this paper is to discuss the social and environmental aspects of the...
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...amazon global fullfilment strategyAmazon.com Supply Chain This area of the paper focuses on Amazon.com's supply chain and how it supports their business in the internet retailing environment. First, we have discussed Amazon.com's different operating models and explained the different supply chains that support those business models. After the business and supply chain models are defined we have discussed Amazon.com's supply chain network, inventory segmentation strategies, order sourcing decisions, overall replenishment and fulfillment process flows, intra-warehouse process flows, and transportation policies. This report analyzes the overall Amazon.com supply chain for United States distribution with a specific emphasis on the Media product segment. Amazon.com US Retail Product Segment Books, CDs, and DVDs and magazine subscriptions comprise the media product line at Amazon.com (Amazon.com 2002 Annual Report). Amazon.com began as an online bookseller and its first product line expansions were music and movies. As a result, the Media segment comprises a large percentage of Amazon.com overall revenues. In 2004, Media accounts for 74% of all revenues. Within the US, the Media segment accounts for 67% of all revenues. In dollar terms, the Media segment in the US generated $2.6 billion in revenue in 2004, compared 115 to $3.8 billion generated across all segments in the US (Amazon.com 2004 10-K Report). The pie chart below shows the breakout of revenue percentages by product and...
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...Advantages and disadvantages of using predefined process models Bjørn Andersen Department of Production and Quality Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology S.P. Andersensv. 5, N-7491 Trondheim, Norway E-mail: Bjorn.Andersen@ipk.ntnu.no Tom Fagerhaug SINTEF Industrial Management, Productivity and Project Management S.P. Andersensv. 5, N-7465 Trondheim, Norway E-mail: Tom.Fagerhaug@indman.sintef.no Abstract The purpose of this paper is to discuss advantages and disadvantages of using predefined process models in process orienting an organization. The paper has five main parts. First, process orientation of enterprises is described briefly. Then, a standard process model for IT service management is presented. Third, a case where this model has been implemented is discussed. Fourth, the experiences from the case are presented. Finally, the need for standard process models in other industries is discussed. Following the conclusion that indeed such standard models could be helpful in many industries, a process for developing such models is outlines along with some requirements for them. Keywords: Process orientation; business process modeling; the ITIL model The concept of process orientation The traditional way to organize enterprises and indeed all types of organizations is through the formation of departments consisting of individuals with the same or similar area of expertise. Up to a few years ago, this way of organizing was highly dominant. Organizing...
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...operations 5 Airport security 6 Cargo operations 7 Airport technical services 8 Air traffic control 8 Aircraft scheduling 9 Airport emergency services 9 Airport access 10 Infrastructure 12 Regular flights 14 Operational management 15 Connecting transport 15 Conclusion 16 Reference list 17 Appendix 18 Introduction The airport is located 10km east of Dortmund, Germany and sine 2006 its original name is “Dortmund21”, in connection to its major shareholder- DSW21. The slogan of the airport is “Näher als man denkt” (Closer than you think) and stays for the variety and high quality of flights served by the airport. Statistics show that in 2008 the airport has served more than 2.3mil passengers. The structure of the following paper will be as follows: general information about the airport, several different aspects of the industrial operations of the airport will be analysed: the baggage handling; passenger operations; airport security; airport technical services; air traffic control etc. The report will finish with a conclusion- summery of the most important points. General information Dortmund airport was officially founded on 16th April 1925. It was first served by commercial flights of Aero Lloyd, which operated flights to Paris. In 1926 it started with 12 in going and outgoing daily flights of the newly formed Deutschen Lufthansa AD. By the year 1928 the airport reported 4319 take-offs and 4321 landings. At the beginning of the 2nd World War the airport was...
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...«20 years of NAFTA – trends in trade and the economic effects» by Paweł Kowalik Source: Economics of the 21st Century (Ekonomia XXI Wieku), issue: 4 (4) / 2014, pages: 4663, on www.ceeol.com. The following ad supports maintaining our C.E.E.O.L. service Access via CEEOL NL Germany EKONOMIA XXI WIEKU ECONOMICS OF THE 21ST CENTURY 4(4) • 2014 ISSN 2353-8929 Paweł Kowalik Wrocław University of Economics e-mail: pawel.kowalik@ue.wroc.pl 20 YEARS OF NAFTA – TRENDS IN TRADE AND THE ECONOMIC EFFECTS Summary: This year marks the twentieth anniversary of the largest economic grouping in history, both in terms of surface area and the generated GDP – the North American Free Trade Agreement – NAFTA. The grouping was established on 1 January 1994, with the objective of gradually doing away with the existing tariff and non-tariff barriers to trade between the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Its objectives and effects have long been under careful examination and subject to many analyses. Prognoses varied, from potentially significant benefits to anticipated losses, particularly for US economy. The paper is an attempt at presenting the twenty years of NAFTA operation, predominantly from the viewpoint of its impact on the trilateral trade exchange, unemployment, inflation, and the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of its member states. The analyses suggest that NAFTA has proved its effectiveness in generating trade revenues for all its members, most notably for Mexico. However, its effects...
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...MAKERERE UNIVERSITY MAKERERE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL FACULTY OF MARKETING AND INTERNATONAL BUSINESS IMPACT OF INVENTORY MANAGEMENT AND PROFITABILITY OF A COMPANY A CASE OF KK FOODS EXPOTORS LIMITED AMANYA AMOS 12/U/15971/EVE SUPRRVISED BY ATUGONZA FAITH A RESEARCH REPORT SUBMITTED TO MAKERERE UNIVERSITY BUSINESS SCHOOL IN PARTIAL FULFILMENT OF THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE AWARD OF DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS OF MAKERERE UNIVERSITY APRIL, 2015 DECLARATION I declare that this research report is my original work compiled from my personal exposure in the stated fields and never previously submitted by anyone to any other university or institution for any award. Signature..…………………………… Date……………………………… AMANYA AMOS 12/U/15971/EVE APPROVAL This research report by Amanya Amos has been submitted for examination with my approval as her academic supervisor. Signature..………………………… Date……………………………… ATUGONZA FAITH (ACADEMIC SUPERVISOR) DEDICATION This work is dedicated to all my family members who have worked so hard to educate me. My the lord bless them ACKNOWLEGMENT To begin with, I thank the Lord Almighty for having blessed me with all that I have always needed in my life, and seeing me through up to this level that I have reached. I owe special thanks to KK Foods Exporters limited to be attached to their organization. I really have to owe special thanks to my mother Mrs.Baguma Beatrice, my sisters patience Penelope and Kobusinge...
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...CULTURE SPECIFIC AND CROSSCULTURALLY GENERALIZABLE IMPLICIT LEADERSHIP THEORIES: ARE ATTRIBUTES OF CHARISMATIC/TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP UNIVERSALLY ENDORSED?1 This study focuses on culturally endorsed implicit theories of leadership (CLTs). Although crosscultural research emphasizes that different cultural groups likely have different conceptions of what leadership should entail, a controversial position is argued here: namely that attributes associated with charismatic/transformational leadership will be universally endorsed as contributing to outstanding leadership. This hypothesis was tested in 62 cultures as part of the Global Leadership and Organizational Behavior Effectiveness (GLOBE) Research Program. Universally endorsed leader attributes, as well as attributes that are universally seen as impediments to outstanding leadership and culturally contingent attributes are presented here. The results support the hypothesis that specific aspects of charismatic/transformational leadership are strongly and universally endorsed across cultures. Deanne N. Den Hartog Vrije Universiteit-Amsterdam Representing the Netherlands Robert J. House University of Pennsylvania Principal Investigator Paul J. Hanges University of Maryland Principal Investigator S. Antonio Ruiz-Quintanilla Cornell University GLOBE Coordinating Team Direct all correspondence to: Deanne N. Den Hartog, Free University, Work and Organizational Psychology, v.d. Boechorst straat 1, 1081 BT Amsterdam, the Netherlands;...
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...THE IMPACT OF CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY ON CORPORATE IMAGE: A CASE STUDY OF PZ BY SOMEFUN DOLAPO OLUWASEYI ADP08/09/EX/MBA/0993 A RESEARCH PROJECT SUBMITTED IN PARTIAL FULFILLMENT OF THE REQUIREMENT FOR THE AWARD OF THE DEGREE OF MASTERS IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA), OBAFEMI AWOLOWO UNIVERSITY, ILE- IFE, OSUN STATE, NIGERIA OCTOBER 2010 CERTIFICATION I certify that this research study was carried out by Somefun Dolapo Oluwaseyi (ADP08/09/EX/MBA/0993) of the Department of Management and Accounting under my supervision, in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the award of the degree of Master of Business Administration, Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria. ______________________ _____________________ DR. Victor S. Alumona DATE PROJECT SUPERVISOR _____________________ ___________________ MBA CORDINATOR DATE DEDICATION This research study is dedicated to the glory of our Heavenly Father “ever faithful, ever sure” my help in ages past and my hope for years to come. I will also like to dedicate this study to my supportive sister, Mrs. Temitope Ojedele who gave all that I need to complete this course, and our lovely mum for her support and prayers all through the programme. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The extent to which people succeed in life depends on the Almighty God, self determination as well as those elements within the social and material environment. Therefore, one records success when God permits...
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