...Citizens Property Insurance Corporation, Project X Demetrius Norris Sr. LDR/531 October 10, 2012 Dr. Ferguson Citizens Property Insurance Corporation is Florida’s leading insurance company in the state of Florida. “Citizens is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt government corporation whose public purpose is to provide insurance protection to Florida property owners throughout the state. The corporation insures hundreds of thousands of homes, businesses and condominiums whose owners otherwise might not be able to find coverage.” Because Florida is prone to suffer from hurricanes, tornados, and floods, many other insurers have discontinued property policies in the state. Citizens have incorporated thousands of external customers and have rapidly grown into a huge corporation. Departments within the organization, believed the growth administratively, financially, and technological. Recently, top executives for the company tasked the information technology (IT) Department to expand its Data Center while migrating with two other centers. Demetrius Norris, the director of the IT department, accepted the task and immediately began planning. In the following paragraphs, Demetrius will demonstrate his strategies and ability to execute this year-long plan. Currently...
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...Transmission Control Protocols or TCP is among the key methods utilized in Internet Protocol Suites. TCP has got two end systems, a web browser and a web server from which it operates. TCP provides delivery of a stream of bytes from a program on one computer system to another. Internet Protocols operate at a lower level compared to TCP. An IP is used for data transmission across a packet switched internetwork. In X on and X off signals, the X means transmitter. These types of signals are used to manage the movement of data between computer systems on an asynchronous serial connection. In X on, the bit configuration is the keyboard blend of Ctrl-Q and the Ctrl-S combination is for X off. There are two kinds of transmissions, parallel as well as serial. In parallel transmissions, several bits are transmitted on the same radio path at the same time, and are synchronized to a clock. Parallel devices can transfer much more data at a time because they have bigger data buses, instead of the one wire used in serial transmissions. Kudler Fine Foods Network Overview Introduction One of the considered “best fine food stores” around is the Kudler FineFoods. However, Kudler is in serious need of a network infrastructure upgradeof their old one. To introduce the latest technologies in data collection; company communication; and information protection while providing the bestdata speeds and network access; are the main goals of the enterprisenetwork. This huge step is significant as this...
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...With the above observations in mind, let’s look at a few work situations and how one might handle them. • At annual appraisal time, a manager from the Veterans generation gives out a nice bonus for a project well done. The Generation X employee is ungrateful and says, “Why didn’t I get this six months ago, when the project was completed?” Gen X wants instant gratification, whereas a person in the Veterans generation is happy to get money anytime. The solution here may be for the company to explore reward plans geared to the different generations, or things like monetary rewards and recognition given at the time when it is earned. • A Generation X manager tells a Boomer he has been working too hard and should take time off to take the family on vacation. Instead of saying thanks, the Boomer replies, “I work to get ahead, to get a promotion, not for a vacation.” The next time that situation comes up, the manager might elect to give this particular employee a bonus, rather than suggest a vacation. • A top-notch, cross-functional team with individuals from several different generations has been set up to recommend a solution to a nasty manufacturing problem. After a couple of weeks, the manager responsible for the team cannot understand why there is constant bickering and nothing is getting done. If the manager were aware of just one characteristic of each individual relating to communication needs, he or she might understand the stalemate. The Veterans on the team are looking...
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...Multigenerational Workforce Project Jonathan Aguilera Human Relations Fall Semester 2014 Prof. Hilburn Multigenerational Workplace Project A generation is defined as a group that shares specific birth years and a common set of historical and social events. Each generation is “defined by common tastes, attitudes, and experiences; a generational cohort is a product of its times and tastes”. Most studies focus on the following groupings: the Matures or Traditionalists – those born before 1946, the Baby Boomers – born between 1946 and 1964, Generation X – born between 1965 and 1980, and the Millennials or Generation Y – born after 1980. Significant characteristics including values, internal and external motivators, and communication styles vary greatly among employees. This diversity is a result of the variety of genders, ethnicities, economic situations, educations levels and ages represented in the workplace. We chose to review how age, or generational diversity, impacts the workplace today. Specifically, we wanted to look at how similarities or differences regarding the generational “personalities” of employees may affect the work environment and employee satisfaction. The traditionalist, born 1925-1945 they were influenced by World War II and the Great Depression. They felt a strong sense of commitment to their families and country. These individuals also held onto the notion of a nuclear family with traditional roles. Ultimately, their commitment, foresight and hard...
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...The Generation X. INTRODUCTION Generation X includes those people who are born between the early 1960s(nineteen sixtys) and the early 1980s(nineteen eightys). This generetion is likely presented by our parents. Gen X are trapped by two much larger generations – the Baby Boomers ahead and the Millennials behind – that are completely different from one another. Gen X grew up in an era of emerging technology, political and institutional changes. This generation spent less time with their parents than previous generations of children had. They found themselves home alone and taking care of themselves and their siblings, while their parents worked. They were not coddled for every emotional need and want. IN WORKPLACE They learned independence early in life and turned it into a valuable hallmark as they progressed in the working world. In Generation X, we see a highly independent, outspoken, adaptable and fearless group of employees who can move your company forward with their ability to lead for example, their competence and their willingness to take risks necessary for corporate growth. The workplace challenges for this group are less likely to be related to independent project management or leadership. In addition to the workplace issues facing the general employee population, the Gen X worker will more likely struggle at work with: career development; conflict resolution and office politics; multigenerational team projects. Now I want to mention some of work style characteristic...
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...Generational Conflict in the Workplace Tara Scott University of North Alabama MG-340 July 20, 2015 I declare and affirm that the work submitted herein is my own work product from my own labor, efforts, and endeavors, and that I did not receive seek, receive, offer, or accept unauthorized aid or assistance or use of the work product of another, unless otherwise so stated fully and completely herein. The workplace can be filled with many conflicts and negotiation situations daily. One of these types of situations occurs due to the fact that there are four generations present for the first time in America’s History. Generational differences can affect many aspects at work. In order to be able to work in such a diversified environment, management needs to identify the most effective methods for identifying potential conflicts and the best practice for resolution of the conflict. In order to grasp the most accurate and respectable feedback for each generation, a little background on each of the four generations characteristics is needed. The first generation, the traditionalist (born prior to 1946), are typically either retired or at retirement age but choose to continue working for various reasons. Traditionalist, also known as veterans or the silent generation, are typically hard working and loyal but are technologically challenged in most areas. Veterans tend to prefer class room style education and face-to-face contact for communication. They have been raised to...
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...retirement in large numbers Generation X, a generation with different sensibilities and priorities than Boomers, will assume positions of leadership in schools and districts The Generational Divide (U.S. Population) Traditionalists Baby Boomers Generation X Generation Y/Millennials Born 1925-1945 50 million GWAEA 6% (28) Born 1946-1964 80 million GWAEA 70% (341) Born 1965-1980 46 million GWAEA 22% (110) Born 1981-2006 76 million GWAEA 2% (9) Traditionalists (61+) Influences Great Characteristics Patriotic Depression Roaring 20’s WWI and II Korean War GI Bill loyal “waste not want not” Faith in institutions— one company career Military influenced top down approach KEY WORD: LOYAL Traditionalists (61+) Value Logic and Discipline Like Change to Build a Legacy Don’t Want Baby Boomers (42-60) Influences Suburbia TV Characteristics Idealistic Watergate Protests, Human Rights Movement Drugs & Rock ‘n Roll Vietnam, COMPETITIVE Question Authority KEY WORD: Optimist Baby Boomers (42-60) “Me” Generation Title, Recognition Money, Want to Build A Stellar Career Generation X (26-41) Influences Sesame Characteristics Eclectic Resourceful Self-reliant Distrustful Street, MTV Game Boy PC Divorce Rate Tripled Latch Key Children of Institutions Highly Adaptive to Change & Technology KEY WORD: Skepticism Generation X (26-41) Possibly Most Misunderstood...
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...Leading Intergenerational Groups The modern workplace is largely comprised of three generations working alongside each other, with two generations, the Baby Boomers and Gen X making being the vast majority at this point (50 percent and 39 percent respectively). [ (Gesell, 2010) ] The generation that built and shaped the modern environment in the post WWII years, ‘The Traditionalists’, have nearly entirely phased out of the workforce, but the echo of thier institutions and culture will be felt for years to come. The upcoming generation, the Millennials, have only begun to have an impact – and the impact they have as a generational cohort will increasingly dominate in the coming years. As a generation, the Millennials are 95 million strong. [ (Gesell, 2010) ] The 78 million Baby Boomers in the workforce now have long been accustomed to being the biggest generation with the most cultural clout, but they will inevitably have to cede the workplace (and society) to the Millennials, who are entering the workforce en mass now, and will be hitting their mid-career stride as the Baby Boomer generation retires. Managing the interaction and transition between the influence of these two massive generations will largely fall to Generation X, which is by size a smaller generation, but is sandwiched between the two massive groups, and is the generation to that the Baby Boomers can better relate to, and the Millennials will look to as more experienced elders. In “Generations at Work”...
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...X-Radiation Project Abstract This project will look at the history of X-radiation in its notable historical forms and trace the use of the technology all the way to contemporary forms of X-Radiation, including computed tomography. The origins of the two technologies will be traced as well as the improvements that have been made to them over the past number of decades. The importance of the technology will be assessed in terms of its efficiency and usefulness in the context of modern medicine. The finding is that CT, CAT, and X-ray allow for great convenience, lower cost, and higher quality imaging than is possible without these technologies. Background & State of the Art The story of X-rays begins in the late Nineteenth Century when a German professor named Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen introduced the discovery that a cathode ray tube could create a fluorescent glow of crystals that were placed on a surface near the tube (NA, 2014). After giving the cathode ray tube a higher voltage and removing all air from the inside of the tube, the professor found that the tube gave nearby objects a fluorescent glow of light. The upshot for the professor from this improvised experiment was that the tube must be giving off a new kind of ray that scientists were not yet familiar with. The most significant part of Roentgen’s discovery, for modern medical purposes, at least, was that the new ray...
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...Generation X and Y in the Workplace In an age of hard economic times, two income families, and the offspring of the baby boomers, Generation X and Y learned to adapt to changes very early in their lives. Instead of coming home to mom sitting in the kitchen with cookies and milk, children were shuffled off to daycare facilities or baby sitters. Others called “latchkey” children, came home to an empty house with instructions to get their homework done, never answer the door, and wait until “mom and dad” came home. These individuals are independent, resourceful, and extremely clever with technology. As they enter the workforce the need to be extremely self-sufficient is a key to success and job fulfillment. The downturn of the current economy combined with corporate buyouts and layoffs, Generation X and Y find themselves working alongside an aging workforce with the belief that corporations do not value their contributions and hard work. This concept makes it difficult for these individuals to attain projected financial goals and be successful. Seeking to retire at an early age to enjoy life, Generation X and Y are optimistic of the future and thrive to find balance in their professional and personal lives. Expectations and Influences The expectations and influences of Generation X and Y impact the workforce differently in many ways because of life experiences and backgrounds. Generation X, born between 1965 and 1980 grew up in the shadows of the boomer generation. Generation...
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...General Electric Supply Chain in Radiology Jose Luis Rodriguez II Our Lady of the Lake University Abstract General Electric has continued to be a leader in the industry over the last hundred years. General electric not only works in the energy field, but in transportation and healthcare as well. The company has made a name for itself by providing high quality products. General Electric has been able to innovate and develop radiology equipment that has evolved with technology. The supply chain management for General Electric is an integral part in ensuring high quality is delivered to the customer in a timely manner. From idea conception, to planning, development, and delivery of product, General Electric makes sure that not only are their products a step above the competition, but also evolving as society’s needs continue to evolve. Imagination at work. Since 1878, General Electric (GE) has been one of the leading companies in innovating technology in appliances. GE continues to offer breakthrough technology not only in appliances, but in transportation, energy and in healthcare industries as well. This paper will analyze General Electric’s total quality management (TQM) processes with respect to the advances made by General Electric in the healthcare industry. Discussion will also be made about the impacts and advances General Electric has made to the healthcare industry. General Electric evolved from Thomas Edison’s home laboratory (General Electric...
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...and detect problems much earlier (NSP Medicine Wise, 2010). Whilst this may be seen as a great advantage, the PET scan is far more dangerous to the human body than any other method of imaging as the gamma rays penetrate structural components of cells and break DNA of biological molecules with the potential to cause mutations and cancer (K. Henderickson, 2014). CT scans can only image half the aspects of the human anatomy as the PET scan yet only project three...
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...ambitious path will benefit not only myself, but my community and other countries. My goals are to become an SSI scuba diver instructor, a business owner, an accountant, and much more. I know I have to take one step at a time, but I will take full advantage to any opportunity that comes my way with an open mind and joyous heart. Education brings forth multiple opportunities that can help one learn how to value life experiences and form opinions and views of the world, whilst empowering one’s self personally and socially. Malcolm X said, “Without education, you are not going anywhere in this world.” (Malcolm X Quotes, 2001-2014) The world is made up of different races and cultures; we must be educated in order to understand others’ culture, beliefs, religions, etc. We must be educated to make responsible and reasonable life decisions. Malcolm X also said, “Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.” (Malcolm X Quotes, 2001-2014) In a less broad spectrum, education helps enhance problem solving skills, communications skills, and open up better career opportunities. Once I have the knowledge to empower myself and my life, I can also empower the life of others around me. John F Kennedy said in the Proclamation 3422, “Let us think of education as the means of developing our greatest ability, because in each of us is a private hope and...
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...was part of a small group primarily made up of baby boomers and a few of us generation X’ers. Over the years, the work place has grown and changed. Most offices, including my own, now have three generations. We are watching the boomers prepare for their exit while the millenniums are making their presence known. Generation X, sits right in the middle. So where is the problem you ask? The problem is the drastic difference in views, ethics and even loyally. The baby boomers are a generation of employees who worked hard and worked hard for one company. The Baby Boomers were focused on the organizations they lead, profit & loss, revenue growth, filling open positions, developing employees, and improving work cultures among myriad other issues related to running a business (Hain, 2013, para. 4). When I think of the boomers, I think of suits and ties. Long hours extending into the weekends. I think of meetings over a glass bourbon and a cigar. Woman taking notes and answering the phone. Okay, maybe I beginning to scene from Mad Men. I digress, the boomers have a sense of loyalty and dedication unmatched with any other generation. Generation X, may not carry the same level of loyally, but they are another group of loyal workers. They are educated and ready to take on the world. Well, at least maybe the offices the boomers will soon vacate. We are a generation who has been learning the rope and absorbing all the information we can. Where is being to differ, in my...
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...The Principles of DFX in context of DFSS The Principles of Design for X in the context of DFSS The Design for X is an effective technique for implementing Concurrent Engineering. It concentrates on a limited number of critical elements at a time, for example seven plus or minus2. The permit the present resources to be put into effective use. For example, Design for Assembly (DFA) concentrates on the enterprise process of an Assembly that is part of the life cycle production. DFA take into account five to nine key factors associated with the subject product, incorporating part symmetry, weight, fits, size, form features, orientation and so on. It takes into account 5-9 key factors associated with the assembly process such as gripping, special tooling, inserting, equipment, handling and so on (Filippi & Cristofolini, 2009). Careful examination of these issues and their association leads to a better design conclusion with respect of the ease of assembly. Additionally, an atmosphere of teamworking cooperation is formed, thus assembly efficiency is enhanced. The letter X in the DFX is composed of two sections: performance ability and life-cycle processes x. It is a concurrent approach to DFSS, but DFX concentrates on important business elements of concurrent engineering, that is, maximizing the utilization of the scarce resources to the DFSS team. In addition, DFX offers a systematic technique for analyzing design from a spectrum of perspectives. It empowers teamwork within...
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