...Working Sessions: • Individual • Computerized • Classical Manuals: • commented transparencies (Culb IAG, web) • exercise manual (Culb IAG, web) • readings (Culb IAG) • personal notes • Chase and Aquilano, Production and Operations Management, Irwin (Edt). • McLain, Thomas and Mazzola, Operations Management: Production of goods and services, Prentice Hall (Edt). Objectives / Exam ... Winnie the Pooh spent the rest of the day by walking and happily humming a new hum, all about the common sense approach and what The Stranger has been teaching them and the hum went like this: Select the problem of the day Finding one that’s right to do, You can choose it either way, You pick it ot it picks you. Observe it very carefully, “Where do I start? Where am I going?” And don’t forget about the bee, “What’s in the way of doing or knowing?” Prod 2100/2110 Introduction 1 Introduction What is POM ? What kind of problems are studied in POM ? 1. DEFINITIONS.................................................................................................................................... 3 1.1 PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS .......................................................................................................... 3 1.2 PRODUCTION SYSTEM ......................................................................................................................... 4 1.3 EXAMPLES OF PRODUCTION SYSTEMS...
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...THE EFFECT OF INTERNAL CONTROL ON ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE (A CASE STUDY OF ECOBANK NIGERIA PLC) BY AMOO TEMITOPE GRACE ACT/2009/0036 ADEYIGA ADEBAYO ECN/2009/0005 BEING A RESEARCH PROJECT CARRIED OUT AND SUBMITTED TO THE DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING, FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES OSUN STATE UNIVERSITY, OSOGBO NIGERIA IN PARTIAL FULFILLMENT OF THE REQUIREMENT FOR THE AWARD OF BACHELOR OF SCIENCES (B.Sc) DEGREE IN ACCOUNTING JULY 2013 1 CERTIFICATION It is certified that this research project, written by Amoo Temitope Grace with matriculation number ACT/2009/0036 was supervised by me and submitted to the Department of Accounting, Faculty of management sciences. Osun State University Osogbo, Okuku Campus. Mr J.O Oyewole Project supervisor Date PROF. Temi Ologunorisa Head of Department Date 2 DEDICATION This research work is specially dedicated to Almighty God in Heaven, the one who loves me dearly, unconditionally and eternally, the source and the strength with which I have been able to pull through the challenges that came with this work, for his protection and guidance over my life right from the inception and towards successful completion of this academic programme. Also, to my beloved parents; Mr and Mrs AMOO for their supports both financially and morally to accomplish the great task of passing through this practical project. My prayer to you is that you will eat the fruits of your labor in Jesus name (Amen). 3 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Nothing...
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...Building a stronger Qantas Annual Report 2011 4 6 8 10 14 16 22 31 49 110 120 Chairman’s Report CEO’s Report Financial Performance Board of Directors Information on Qantas Review of Operations Corporate Governance Statement Directors’ Report Financial Report Sustainability Report Financial Calendar A STRONG PERFORMANCE IN CHALLENGING CONDITIONS THE QANTAS GROUP IN 2011 In 2010/2011 the Qantas Group reported a strong result in a complex and challenging global operating environment, with increased revenue across all business segments. The result was achieved while overcoming a series of natural disasters and operational disruptions, and despite the underperformance of Qantas’ international business. THE AVIATION INDUSTRY IS CHANGING THE QANTAS GROUP IN 2011 The Qantas Group faces a unique range of challenges and opportunities. We are in a strong position to address the challenges and realise the opportunities – but we must take decisive action, as we have throughout our history. SAFETY IS ALWAYS THE QANTAS GROUP’S FIRST PRIORITY WE INVEST $1.5 BILLION IN AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE EACH YEAR SAFETY FIRST From our response to the QF32 incident to the risks posed by volcanic ash disruptions, we never compromise on the highest standards of safety. A safety-first culture across the Group ensures that risks are identified and addressed swiftly and decisively. We invest hundreds of millions of dollars in training to ensure that when incidents do occur our people react...
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...Delivering on our commitment to shareholders In our first full-year results after partially listing on the New Zealand and Australian stock exchanges in October 2013, we have achieved solid results for shareholders. EBITDAF 1 , a key indicator of profitability, has exceeded the prospectus forecast by $36.9 million (6.7%). We have also delivered a higher-thanforecast full-year cash dividend for our shareholders, resulting in a 21.8% total shareholder return 2 to 30 June 2014 . 2014 highlights FRONT COVER Jeremy Takao, Russell School, Porirua, helping to celebrate first power at Meridian’s new Mill Creek wind farm near Wellington in May 2014. Meridian Energy Limited Annual Report for the year ended 30 June 2014 IN THIS REPORT 2 4 8 10 12 18 22 26 Company overview Report from our Chair and Chief Executive Our Board Our executive team Customers Generation Environment Community 30 People 34 Summary of Group performance 40 Directors’ statement 35.3 % Average NZ generation market share Sustainable outcomes for the environment This year we have committed $2 .1 million to support important environmental projects, including protecting the eel population in our river catchments with Ngāi Tahu and river restoration with the Department of Conservation. Our overall approach has seen us recognised by Kiwis as the country’s leading company in...
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...CONTENTS OF THAT RELATIONSHIP?” By João de Almeida Frazão Caro de Sousa Master Thesis Submitted to ESADE Business School in fulfilment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Science in International Management ESADE Business School May 2012 Master of Science in International Management – ESADE Business School i Master of Science in International Management – ESADE Business School Table of Contents Introduction ..................................................................................................................................... 1 Theoretical Background 1. Diversification ......................................................................................................................... 5 1.1 General Observations ........................................................................................................ 6 1.2 Different types of diversification strategies....................................................................... 7 1.3 The costs and benefits of diversification ........................................................................... 8 1.4 Diversification Trends ....................................................................................................... 9 A. The Lack of Significant Relationship ........................................................................... 11 B. The Linear Model .....................................................................................................
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