...Coffee Perhaps the most popular beverage in the world, coffee is brewed and prepared from the roasted seeds of several species of an evergreen shrub of the genus Coffea. It is cultivated in over 70 countries around the world, primarily in equatorial Latin America, South East Asia, and Africa. The beginning of our love affair with coffee can be traced back to the 15th century and most of the world’s population is well aware of its stimulating effect, thanks to its high caffeine content. Today, coffee is much more than just a drink – it’s the world’s second most tradable commodity after oil, and is a fast growing, already multi-billion dollar industry. Traditionally, coffee has always been grown amongst forest trees, in the shade. However, the yield from such a method of cultivation is low, and as a result, increased demand pressurized coffee producers to opt for alternate methods like sun-grown coffee (explained in detail below), which have ended up harming the environment to a great extent, a fact not many coffee lovers around the world are aware of. The burgeoning coffee culture that has sprung up over the last few decades has led to an overwhelming increase in demand for this liquid gold which has had a knock-on effect on the environment, with monoculture and sun grown coffee being the norm now. And given that most coffee growing regions are also home to some of the most delicate ecosystems on earth, the potential for serious damage is great. Sun-Grown Coffee Originating...
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...Annotated Bibliography THESIS STATEMENT: In order to improve our level of education and help students to retain and learn what teachers are teaching, the state needs to remove standardized state level of testing; this will encourage children of young age to think creativity and think outside the box, encourages organic learning and prevents the unnecessary stress on young children. Robinson, K. (2013, April) Ted Talks Education How to escape educations death valley [Video File] Retrieved from http://www.ted.com/talks/ken_robinson_how_to_escape_education_s_death_valley#t-782486 Ken Robinson is an author, speaker and international advisor on education. He emphasized on importance of education and how it is that we are to change the way we are teaching in America. He mentions that while the standardized testing is ok, we should however expand on the notion with state testing and expand within the arts. He mentions that 60% of children drop out of school before they get into high school. He also states the No Child Left Behind act is based not on diversity but conformity. He compared Finland to each state within the America. Finland does not use any standardized testing; yet they are consistently above average. The difference with Finland and any state in America can be summed up by 3 things. 1) America in general or state level does not individualize teaching and learning. 2) America in general or state level does not invest in the teacher. He states that America...
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...MARKET SURVEY REPORT ON CUSTOMER SATISFACTION ON [pic] INPARTIAL FULFILLMENT OF DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION M.J.P.R.U, BAREILLY (SESSION: 2010-2011) SUBMITTED TO: SUBMITTED BY: Mrs. Sandhya Tripathi Pragati Dixit IIMS Faculty BBA-VI sem-C 915584 contents: 1. introduction 2. objectives 3. research methodology 4. company profile 5. literature review 6. data presentation and analysis 7. FINDINGS 8. conclusion 9. limitations 10. RECOMMENDATION 11. BIBLIOGRAPHY 12. ANNEXURE INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION: L’Oreal is the global leader in cosmetics, with 25 brands. They have 5 key areas of expertise − hair care, hair colorants, skincare, make-up and fragrances. There is a huge motive behind the study of L’Oreal. The study will help us to understand the operations which are carried out by L’Oreal. The operations such as marketing strategies, business plans, company at a glance, business structure, management and operating structures , competitors position as...
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...Executive Summary Foreign trade has been considered as an engine of economic growth. The progress of a country to a large extent depends on their ability to trade relatively freely with the rest of world. The rapid export growth not only contributes directly to economic growth but it permits more imports and rapid modernization of production. It is necessary to understand Indian Fertilizers Industry position in world trade and their promotional strategy for integrating India with the world trade. In terms of Indian Fertilizer Industry, Composition of Foreign Trade, Direction of Exports and Imports and Major Problems of Indian Fertilizer Export Sector will be analyzed. Overall the industry specific export-import scenario, avenues and prospects, India’s competitive advantages and disadvantages and suitable export strategies to boost the exports of carpet related products will be discussed. Though economic relations between India and Korea have been strengthening, the current size of trade and investment between the two countries is relatively low compared to the size and structural complementarities of the two economies. In this context, the present paper analyses trade and investment relations and explores future areas of potential co-operation between India and Korea. We find that the increase in merchandise trade between the two countries has been mainly because of the changing demand structure and comparative advantages of both the economies in complementary sectors in...
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...ABSTRACT: This report introduces and motivates the use of hybrid robust feature extraction techniques for continuous speech recognition for Bengali Numerical digits system. The speech recognizers use a parametric form of a signal to get the most important distinguishable features of speech signal for recognition task. In this paper Linear predictive coding (LPC), Mel-frequency cepstral coefficients (MFCC), Perceptual linear prediction coefficients (PLP) along with a hybrid feature Bark Frequency Cepstral Coefficients (BFCC) is used for language Identification. Bark Frequency Cepstral Coefficients (BFCC) and Revised Perceptual Linear Prediction Coefficients (RPLP) were obtained from combination of MFCC and PLP. Two different classifiers, Vector Quantization (VQ) with Dynamic Time Warping (DTW) and Gaussian Mixture Model (GMM) were used for classification. The experiment shows better identification rate using hybrid feature extraction techniques compared to conventional feature extraction methods. BFCC has shown better performance than MFCC with both classifiers. RPLP along with GMM has shown best identification performance among all feature extraction techniques. Key words—Linear Predictive Coding(LPC), Perceptual Linear Prediction(PLP), Revised Perceptual Linear Prediction(RPLP), Bark Frequency Cepstral Coefficient (BFCC), Mel Frequency Cepstral Coefficient(MFCC), Vector Quantization(VQ), Gaussian Mixture Model(GMM), Dynamic Time Warping (DTW), Hidden Markov Model(HMM). ...
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...MMS 172.01 MARKETING ACROSS BORDERS COURSE SYLLABUS – Spring 2012 Visiting Associate Professor: George L. Grody 408-6212 & 257-7818 (mobile) ggrody@nc.rr.com or george.grody@duke.edu Course Description: The course will investigate and discuss the theory and techniques used to market to the world’s different shoppers and consumers in both developing and industrialized economies and countries. You’ll gain an understanding of how to market to shoppers and consumers based on the varied insights of each target group. We’ll focus on the “Consumer is Boss” and understand how to influence them at the “First Moment of Truth” when the shopper makes a purchase decision and at the “Second Moment of Truth” when the brand is actually used and the consumer decides if it delivered against the brand promise. The course will include a team project to develop collaboration skills but also to gain deep insights into a specific target group and product. Class participation and discussion will be an important factor in class success. Course Objectives: Students will gain insights into: 1) the behaviors of the world’s consumers; 2) how those differences come about due to differing national, ethnic, cultural, and demographic influences; 3) how certain companies have succeeded and failed at addressing those differences; and 4) how to develop business and marketing strategies and plans to successfully address those differences. Course Materials: We will use a book “The Marketer’s...
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...of CSR approach taken by Apple Inc. 5.5 Key dilemmas within CSR challenges 5.5.1. Labour and human rights 5.5.2. Workers’ health and safety 5.6 CSR tactics at Apple Inc. 6 Conclusion 7 References Word Count: 2837 1 Executive Summary Corporate social responsibility (CSR) has been highly regarded by most corporations. However, the exact reason why corporations implement CSR initiatives is often very vague and confusing to others. This paper will explore in depth how international corporations are motivated to incorporate CSR into the business strategies and how they deal with it. Based on academic references, the report firstly outlined the CSR background as well as some theory and key debates about CSR. Then, the methodology was summarized. After that, the case study of Apple Inc. was used to demonstrate the reasons for implementing CSR initiatives in depth. Following that, the types of dilemmas the company faced, the CSR approach and tactics it used were analyzed. Finally, a conclusion was drawn at the end of the paper. 2 CSR Background 2.1 Definition of CSR In accordance with European Commission (2001), the modern corporate social responsibility (CSR) is “a concept whereby companies integrate social and environmental concerns in their business operations and in their interaction with their stakeholders on a voluntary basis.” However, there are some changes in the meaning and...
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...Joensuu, Joensuu, Finland, and Arto Haikonen Genworth Financial, Helsinki, Finland Abstract Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine the dynamics of organizational learning and continuous improvement (CI) in the context six sigma implementation in business organizations operating in multicultural environments. Design/methodology/approach – A specific research question is: does learning mechanisms and continuous improvement practices support each other and how, and what type of learning can be identified in the improvement of business processes. The question is linked to one of the fundamental issues currently discussed in the field of organizational learning; how do organizations get “from here to there”, in other words, what is the dynamics of the processes of learning and how progressive learning is achieved. A case study of a few Finnish companies is made and a procedural implementation model is applied. Findings – The findings suggest that the learning process is characterized by measurement, detection and correction of errors, and cost reduction. In six sigma implementation, learning is a single-loop type of learning. It is an incremental change process which reminds a technical variant of the learning organization. Continuous improvement occurs through procedural practices (the DMAIC-cycle) which forms a structure for sustaining learning. Research limitations/implications – In this study, an essential question remains still unanswered: what type of learning is appropriate...
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...of the Organic Movement …………………………….12 Conclusion……………………………………………………………………………….13 Works Cited……………………………………………………………………………..14 Many organic practices simply make sense, regardless of what overall agricultural system is used. Far from being a quaint throwback to an earlier time, organic agriculture is proving to be a serious contender in modern farming and a more environmentally sustainable system over the long term. -David Suzuki The organic movement has been in swing since the early 1900’s. Many different companies, consumers and governances have all joined the bandwagon and work to further the goals of an organic world. The organic movement is no where near complete and many dedicated individuals are working to further its progress. Many retailers such as Whole Foods, Alfalfa’s, Wild Oats, and Trader Joes, are all companies dedicated to selling all-natural and organic food products to consumers. Even larger retailers like Wal-Mart and Target have opened their doors to a line of organic products. But what exactly does organic mean? Organic is best described as a way of growing food. It’s a form of agricultural that does not utilize synthetic fertilizers. Organic farming has developed in response to the increasing use of...
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...To: Prof. Bruce Trumm From: Nesreen Makhdom Subject: Asia’s Stumbling Giant Date: 11/15/2015 Business Brief (Case Analysis 1) General Description of Indonesia: In the early 17th century Dutch settled Indonesia. In 1942 to 1945 japan took over Indonesia. In 1957 first president Soekarno set up “Guided Democracy”. After that Suharto was the second president of Indonesia for 31 years until he resign in 1998. In 1999 the “fair legislative election” occurred in Indonesia. Indonesia is 255 million in population the world’s largest Muslims nation. It is located in the Southeastern Asia. 87% of the populations are Muslims. People speak more than 700 languages in Indonesia (CIA, 2015). The Central Issue of Indonesia: During Suharto rule, from 1967 to 1997, he utilized “crony Capitalism” and using the business enterprise for his personal and family support. That lead Indonesia to a “black hole” for ten years facing economic crisis and political issue. In 2004 Indonesia started its first fair election. However, at this time Indonesia faced many issues in the economic and politics, which let it behind the Asia neighbors such as China, Malaysia, and Thailand. The GDP fall, inflation declined, the unemployment stayed high, and the foreign investors left the country. The main central issue in the Indonesia was high level of endemic problem of corruption. According to the Transparency International, studies shows that Indonesia is ranked 100 out of 183 counties as most corrupt...
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...Members of the International Accounting Standards Board and the US Financial Accounting Standards Board: On behalf of the members of the Financial Crisis Advisory Group (FCAG), we are pleased to present our report to the Boards about the standard-setting implications of the global financial crisis. We believe that confidence in the transparency and integrity of financial reporting is critically important to global financial stability and sound economic growth. We hope that our conclusions and recommendations will be helpful to the Boards as they work together to simplify and improve accounting standards on financial instruments and other key areas highlighted by the crisis. The FCAG will be meeting in December to review the progress that has been made. In the meantime, we are available to assist the Boards in their efforts. Sincerely, Harvey J. Goldschmid Co-chair Hans Hoogervorst Co-chair cc: Gerrit Zalm, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, International Accounting Standards Committee Foundation John J. Brennan, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Financial Accounting Foundation Report of the Financial Crisis Advisory Group – July 28, 2009 Table of Contents Page I. INTRODUCTION _________________________________________________________________________ 1 II. PRINCIPLE 1: Effective Financial Reporting____________________________________________________ 3 Intersection of Prudential Regulation with Financial Reporting ___________________________________...
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...Quazi Tasnim Hasan ID # 112 111 051 Assignment No. 4 What is economic integration? For the Last 65 years, the world has undergone significant changes. The decade of the 1970s was dominated by the two energy crises. Industrial economies were faced with a new “enemy”: stagflation—a combination of high inflation and unemployment. Developing countries were increasingly becoming more dependent on foreign borrowing and centrally planned economies were unable to secure economic growth. Furthermore, the world witnessed a radical transformation during the past two decades. The greatest economic experiment of the twentieth century was the movement from communism to a market economy, which began in Mikhail Gorbachev’s Russia in the mid-1980s, and then spread to Eastern Europe at the beginning of the 1990s and to China later on during the same decade. Although the transition to a free market has led to disappointing outcomes, most Eastern Europe countries have concentrated on integrating their economies with Europe and on becoming part of the EU. All these events led to the world becoming more and more global in nature and to defining globalization as a closer economic integration among nations through increased trade and capital flows. It also refers to labor movement and technology transfer across international borders as well as cultural and political issues, which are beyond the scope of this chapter. Globalization is the result of technological processes occurring mainly in the...
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...Secretary of Defense Corporate Fellows Program FINAL REPORT PFIZER, INC. LTC David J. Clark, USA April 2003 USAWC CIVILIAN RESEARCH PROJECT Product Counterfeiting in China and One American Company’s Response A Case Study and research report on corporate activity relating to national security and strategy Prepared for the Director of the Secretary of Defense Corporate Fellowship Program by David J. Clark Lieutenant Colonel United States Army Secretary of Defense Corporate Fellow Dr. Clayton Chun Project Advisor The views expressed in this academic research paper are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense, or any of its agencies. It also does not reflect any policy or position of Pfizer Incorporated. U.S. Army War College Carlisle Barracks, Pennsylvania 17013 - This Page Intentionally Left Blank - ABSTRACT AUTHOR: Lieutenant Colonel David J. Clark TITLE: Product Counterfeiting in China and One American Company’s Response FORMAT: Civilian Research Project DATE: 4 April 2003 PAGES: 36 CLASSIFICATION: Unclassified When America, the world’s largest economy, interacts with China, the world’s most populated country, matters of strategic and global importance are inevitably raised. Using his fellowship position in a major U.S. corporation as a vantage point, the author describes the impact...
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...USD 7 billion. The company is involved in most diversified businesses i.e. Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), Hotels, Paperboards & Specialty Papers, Packaging, Agri-Business and Information Technology. ITC is rated among the World's Best Big Companies, Asia's 'Fab 50' and the World's Most Reputable Companies by Forbes magazine and among India's Most Valuable Companies by Business Today. ITC ranks among India's '10 Most Valuable (Company) Brands', in a study conducted by Brand Finance and published by the Economic Times. ITC also ranks among Asia's 50 best performing companies compiled by Business Week. Its competitiveness diverse businesses rest on the strong foundations of institutional strengths derived from its product development capability, cutting-edge Research & Development, best in-class manufacturing facilities, brand-building capability, extensive rural linkages, deep consumer insights, efficient trade marketing, dedicated human resources and well managed distribution network. Within a relatively short span of time, ITC has established vital brands like Aashirvaad, Sunfeast, Dark Fantasy, Delishus, Bingo!, Yippee!, Candyman, mint-o, Kitchens of India in the Branded Foods space; Essenza Di Wills, Fiama Di Wills, Vivel, Vivel Cell Renew, Engage and Superia in the Personal Care products segment; Classmate and Paper-kraft in Education & Stationery products; Wills Lifestyle and John Players in the Lifestyle Apparel business; Mangaldeep in Agarbattis and Aim...
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...Abstract As the world’s capital markets globalised in the last quarter of the twentieth century, it became increasingly difficult for investors and creditors to compare the financial statements of companies in different countries. Therefore, a standardised accounting standard should be introduced and follow by the companies all around the world in recording their financial statements in order to facilitate the investors in doing their business. International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and US generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) are two main accounting principles that is widely used in the majority of the companies. However, there will be still conflict in the interpreting and understanding each other financial statements due to these two different approaches. Therefore, to overcome this problem, International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) and Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) are working on it by taking the necessary steps as time passes to close down the gap and standardised the accounting principles globally making it easier for all parties. (157 words) 1.0 Introduction In the world of globalization, a number of countries had been experiencing the convergence of their local GAAP and IFRS in order to apply the international accounting standard to suit the growing business world. This does not left out the people of the United States who are also trying to converge the accounting standards of US GAAP and IFRS in order to close down the gap...
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