...healthcare sector, where AA operates, is highly intervened and regulated Governmental price capping renders a pricing strategy based on Bouwman's model innefective. The PESTLE analysis points to several, sometimes concurring, threats from the outside. The SWOT analysis pointed to the need to redefine our mission as business. AA has gradually shifted from a clinical services company to a consultancy services company. Background information Anesthesia Associates Care (AA) operates in the Dutch medical sector, and it was first established in 2000 as an anesthesiology freelance practice in the city of Rotterdam. Although the author of this report works three to five days per week as a clinician, his function in AA also includes quality management and strategy. The Dutch medical sector where AA operates is highly intervened and regulated. The financing of hospitals and medical services is done by an oligopoly of insurance companies. The government, under advice from the insurers, imposes capped hourly wages for anesthesia services. Non-compliance with the price limitation is a criminal offence. Between 2002 and 2007 the demand for anesthesia locum tenens was so high that AA expanded to eighteen anesthesiologists and nine nurse anesthetists, while it expanded from Rotterdam to all corners of the Netherlands. Today, our client portfolio includes sixty-one Dutch university, tertiary, secondary and primary level hospitals. AA enjoyed a monopoly from...
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...Labor Laws and Unions Mitch Atkinson HRM/531 October 29, 2012 Dennis Cashman Labor Laws and Unions This paper topic is the organizational benefits of joining a union, the unionization process, union bargaining procedures, and the effects union bargaining has on an organization. American Airlines (AA) and the transportation workers union (TWU) are the selected organization and company. Included information, background information on American Airlines, along with history of TWU at AA, legal issues, and obstacles that AA has encountered with TWU. AMR Corporation, the parent company of American Airlines, Inc. and AMR Eagle Holding Corporation filed in November 2011 a voluntary petition for Chapter 11 reorganization. To achieve a cost and debt structure that was industry competitive for long-term viability. There are various unions associated with the airline industry, the one chosen to discuss in this paper is the transportation workers union. TWU has 114 autonomous locals representing more than 200,000 members in 22 states around the country. As part of the Chapter 11 reorganization of AA the initial announcement that as many as 11,000 workers may be let go at the Fort Worth-based airline. The most recent announcement from AA is that approximately 4,400 mechanics, store clerks, and ground crew members of TWU will be part of a lay off. There are seven TWU workgroups representing approximately 24,000 employees at American Airlines. As part of the strategic and collective...
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...Alcoholics Anonymous is and organized group of people who commonly share the same problem in regard to excessive drinking. AA’s only requirement to enter into the program is that you must want to stop drinking. Of course there are AA membership fees that you will have to pay in order to remain a member. The main goal and purpose of this program is to maintain sobriety without any relapse. This program has proven that it is effective however if the person entering the program is not committed to getting better nine times out of ten he or she will not gain sobriety. (Ragels, 2011) A five percent success rate is nothing more than a spontaneous remission in alcohol addiction. Out of any given group of alcoholics, approximately five percent per year will quit. They get tired of being tired and cannot handle the stress that follows from watching their friends die from the same thing. If one should enter into this program you will learn the twelve steps of Alcohol Anonymous. These steps are the bread and butter for obtaining sobriety in the Alcohol Anonymous 12 Step Program. (Orange, 2011) 1. You must admit that you where powerless and that your life was unmanageable. 2. You believe that that a much higher power greater than your self could restore your sanity. 3. Your will and your life are to be turned over to the care of God. 4. Searching and fearless moral recollection of ourselves. 5. Admit the exact nature of your wrongs. 6. Ready to have all defects...
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...Observation/Reaction/Reflection paper Marriage and Family Therapy * Ala-non 6/6/2015 Saturday 8:00 P.M Alanon Meeting Hall 17751 Sherman W ay Reseda * Adult Child of Alcoholics 5/10/2015 Sunday 1:15 PM ACA SOS meeting Hall "Daily Affirmation Book Meeting" - Meeting Based on Our Daily Meditation Book * Alcoholics Anonymous 5/11/2015 Monday 8:00 PM AA Young People North Hollywood Hall 6/8/2015 Tuesday 7:30 PM AA New Start Beginners Meeting 20440 Lassen St (Church) 6/15/2015 Monday Noon Old Timers Mtg at Valley Club * Narcotics Anonymous 5/31/2015 Sunday 3:00 PM NA meeting Radford Hall * Codependents Anonymous 6/16/2015 Tues 7:30 pm CODA Women’s Meeting Granada Hills 6/18/2015 Thurs. 7:30 pm CODA Tarzana Group Thursday Alcoholics Anonymous came into being in June 1935.The fundamentals of the 12 step programs has remained the same since 1935, however today the twelve steps are helping people with more than alcohol. Today many 12 step program have form and also alternative 12 step programs with more God or God being removed but at the basis level it is the twelve steps. I also believe the twelve steps are just basic tools that all people need or most people have received the basis tools when growing up in a healthy family system. The 12 steps teach humility, respect, honest, caring, and to be of service, these are the essential for all people. I always share with people who want to DO the twelve steps but don’t know which program they qualify for...
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...the most respected, Arthur Andersen LLP (AA) has disappeared. The Big 5 accounting firms are now the Big 4. Why did this happen? How did it happen? What are the lessons to be learned? Arthur Andersen, a twenty-eight-year-old Northwestern University accounting professor, co-founded the firm in 1913. Tales of his integrity are legendary, and the culture of the firm was very much in his image. For example, “Just months after [Andersen] set up shop in Chicago, the president of a local railroad insisted that he approve a transaction that would have inflated earnings. Andersen told the executive there was “not enough money in the City of Chicago” to make him do it.”1 In 1954, consulting services began with the installation of the first mainframe computer at General Electric to automate its payroll systems. By 1978, AA became the largest professional services firm in the world with revenues of $546 million, and by 1984 consulting brought in more profit than auditing. In 1989, the consulting operation, wanting more control and a larger share of profit, became a separate part of a Swiss partnership from the audit operation. In 2000, following an arbitrator’s ruling that a break fee of $1 billion be paid, Andersen Consulting split completely and changed its name to Accenture. AA, the audit practice, continued to offer a limited set of related services, such as tax advice.2 Changing Personalities and Culture Throughout most of its history, AA stood for integrity and technical competence...
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...Comparison of Assessment Tools Julia Ray Capella University Abstract Julia selected substance abuse assessment tools for this report. She will be comparing two of the eight substance abuse assessment tools used in the mental health counseling field, the Substance Abuse Subtle Screening Inventory - Adolescent Version and the Adolescent Drinking Index. The comparison will compare the tools based on key test measurement concepts of reliability and validity. There will be a description of the results interpreted concerning both test based on standard statistical methods and procedures including scales of measurement, measures of central tendency, indices of variability, shapes and types of distributions, and correlations as they apply to each assessment tool. Finally, there will be a discussion on which assessment tool is the stronger assessment instrument using measurement concepts based upon the literature gathered. Comparison of Assessment Tools Substance abuse assessment tests are an important tool in the counseling field since many psychological issues occur as the result of drugs and or alcohol. Drugs and alcohol are often used by the client to self-medicate which in turn compounds their psychological issues. Substance abuse assessments can be subjective or objective, meaning they may or may not result in a standardized score. Drug and alcohol addiction is a touchy subject for most; therefore, it is beneficial to build a rapport with the client prior to testing to ensure...
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...resulting GdDOTA-12-mers to Gal-80 were compared. The methodology described here allows versatile, controlled introduction of DOTA into any location within a peptide sequence. This provides a potential method for the screening of libraries of DOTA-linked peptides for optimal targeting properties This report describes the synthesis and structural characterization of the indium complex of 1,4,7,10-tetraazacyclododecane-1,4,7,10-tetraacetic acid mono(p-aminoanilide) (DOTA-AA), a model compound for 111In-labeled DOTA-biomolecule conjugates. In(DOTA-AA) was prepared by reacting DOTA-AA with 1 equiv of InCl3 in 0.5 M ammonium acetate buffer (pH ∼ 6). It was characterized by spectroscopic methods (IR, ES-MS, and 1H NMR), elemental analysis, and X-ray crystallography. For comparison purposes, we also prepared the complex Y(DOTA-AA). ES-MS and 1H NMR data are consistent with the proposed structure. HPLC analysis using a reversed phase method shows that the retention time of In(DOTA-AA) is ∼2.0 min shorter than that of Y(DOTA-AA), demonstrating that...
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...The number of international stock market indexes is . quite large. For many of us, the level of the Dow or . the S&P 500 is known. How about the Nikkei 225? Or . the FTSE 100? Do you know what countries these . represent? ------------------------------------------------- Types of indices Stock market indices may be classed in many ways. A 'world' or 'global' stock market index includes (typically large) companies without regard for where they are domiciled or traded. Two examples are and S&P Global 100. A 'national' index represents the performance of the stock market of a given nation—and by proxy, reflects investor sentiment on the state of its economy. The most regularly quoted market indices are national indices composed of the stocks of large companies listed on a nation's largest stock exchanges, such as the American S&P 500, the Japanese Nikkei 225, and the British FTSE 100. Other indices may be regional, such as the FTSE Developed Europe Index or the FTSE Developed Asia Pacific Index. The concept may be extended well beyond an exchange. The Wilshire 5000 Index, the original total market index, represents the stocks of nearly every publicly traded company in the United States, including all U.S. stocks traded on the New York Stock Exchange (but not ADRs or limited partnerships), NASDAQ and American Stock Exchange. Russell Investment Group added to the family of indices by launching the Russel Global Index. More specialized indices...
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...Strayer university | Providing Quality Service | | | | This paper outlines methods, strategies, and tools in the hospitality industry to deliver the “wow” factor and enhance the guest experience. | Providing Quality Service The guest can be involved in several ways to provide quality service which includes being a consultant, marketer, co-producer of the experience or a manager of the service providers and systems (Ford, Heaton, & Sturman, 2012). When the hotel industry takes an assessment of the guests experience using surveys to give feedback on their stay or create small focus groups on how to improve their services, the guests becomes a consultant or expert. When the guests have an experience whether good or bad, they instantly become a marketer by word of mouth, or social site review. This is a very significant marketing tool that is orchestrated by the guest and must be managed and addressed by hotel management. Likewise, the industry can also use guests in co-production which is when guests become participants in the production and service delivery. This might involve having the guests self serve at a buffet, elect not to have their sheets changed or participate in a green program. If the guests are allowed to co-produce the experience, then it can increase the quality of service and at a lower cost. One service standard that the hospitality industry uses to meet customer expectations is when the guests make their initial reservations. A...
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...Twelve Step Program Unk Author1 1 Kaplan University Abstract This paper is about the twelve step program and the lasting affect it has on individuals who suffer from addiction. The twelve step program is a treatment program that holds people accountable for their actions to overcome their addiction and head down the road to recovery. This paper also explains an organization that I want to observe who implement the twelve step program among other things like a phase based treatment program. A phase based treatment program, is a structured program set up for individuals who recently were released from prison or jail. The program is intense and structured leaving the offenders accountable for their own actions, progress, and success. Once the offender has completed all their phases successfully they are up for graduation, where participation in their alumni is encouraged. Twelve Step Program Twelve step programs or self-help groups are designed to help in the treatment and recovery of addiction and are highly effective with a lasting success rate. The main focus of self-help groups are to bring people together who suffer from addiction and provide an emotional support system along with valuable information. Self-help groups are great for individuals to be able to relate to something or someone, because they may not get that opportunity out in their personal life. They get pressured into using, pressured into stopping, given ultimatums, etc. and all they really...
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...Vodafone Group Plc Annual Report for the year ended 31 March 2012 Creating a more valuable Vodafone We are creating a more valuable Vodafone Our strategy is focused on four areas of growth potential and founded on strong capital and cost discipline. This is delivering results: we have outperformed our key competitors in most major markets, and returned over £10 billion to shareholders in the last 12 months. £46.4bn £11.5bn Group revenue increased 1.2% to £46.4 billion with a strong demand for data services and further voice penetration in emerging markets. Adjusted operating profit was £11.5 billion, slightly down on last year (up 2.5%* on an organic basis) supported by a good performance from our US associate, Verizon Wireless. £6.1bn Free cash flow of £6.1 billion, decreased due to the sale of our interests in China and France and a lower working capital benefit. 9.52p Total ordinary dividends per share of 9.52 pence, up 7.0% in line with our dividend per share growth target. We also paid a special dividend of 4.0 pence per share and our £6.8 billion share buyback programme is almost complete. £6.4bn Capital expenditure increased by 2.3%, as we continued to maintain our high level of investment to support our network strategy. 14.91p Adjusted earnings per share of 14.91 pence, down 11.0% on last year, resulting from the loss of income following the sale of several businesses and higher financing costs. Vodafone Group Plc Annual Report...
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...COMPARATIVE STUDY OF THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF STUDENTS WHO REGULARLY EAT BREAKFAST AND THOSE WHO SKIP BREAKFAST AMONG SELECTED PUPILS OF MAUBAN SOUTH CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL II S.Y.2014-2015 A Research Paper Presented to Engr. Elda C. Aranilla Sacred Heart College Lucena, City In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Subject Advanced Statistics in Education (EDUC 201-1) MAY B. ANARETA HAYDEE D. BELGICA DENISE LIAN M. DEVELUZ IRENE A. GAPASANGRA MARY GRACE M. MADRILEJOS KRISETTE JOY V. SARDEA CHAPTER I THE PROBLEM AND ITS SETTING Introduction This study is about probing the importance of eating breakfast. Pupils should take breakfast every morning. As defined by Webster’s New World Dictionary (2008), breakfast is the first meal of the day; the term implies to break the fast. Break the fast means to eat and break the skipping of breakfast. Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day because it replenishes your body’s energy levels in the morning. (Amanda Wayne, BBC News). Maslow’s cited on his hierarchy of needs that it is the most basic level of need that is required to humans to satisfy physiological need is the food specifically the eating of breakfast (Encarta, 2009). Comparing two variables are done to know which one is the more favorable. The goal of this study is to determine the significant difference between students who take their breakfast regularly and of those who skip based on their academic performance,...
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...against persons who infringe their copyright. A reproduction of material that is protected by copyright may be a copyright infringement. A court may impose penalties and award damages in relation to offences and infringements relating to copyright material. Higher penalties may apply, and higher damages may be awarded, for offences and infringements involving the conversion of material into digital or electronic form. EDITH COWAN UNIVERSITY Use of Theses This copy is the property of the Edith Cowan University. However the literary rights of the author must also be respected. If any passage from this thesis is quoted or closely paraphrased in a paper or written work prepared by the user, the source of the passage must be acknowledged in the work. If the use desires to publish a paper or written work containing passages copied or closely paraphrased from this thesis, which passages would in total constitute an infringing copy for the purposes of the Copyright Act, he or she must first obtain the written permission of the author to do so. USERS AND ACCOUNTING INFORMATION PREFERENCES OF GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENT FINANCIAL REPORTS by Helen R Mignot B (Bus) A thesis submitted in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the award of Master of Business (Accounting) at the Faculty of Business Edith Cowan University Date of Submission: 05 February 1996 ACKNOWLEDGMENTS AND DEDICATION I wish to thank all those who provided...
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...COMPARATIVE STUDY OF THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF STUDENTS WHO REGULARLY EAT BREAKFAST AND THOSE WHO SKIP BREAKFAST AMONG SELECTED PUPILS OF MAUBAN SOUTH CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL II S.Y.2014-2015 A Research Paper Presented to Engr. Elda C. Aranilla Sacred Heart College Lucena, City In Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Subject Advanced Statistics in Education (EDUC 201-1) MAY B. ANARETA HAYDEE D. BELGICA DENISE LIAN M. DEVELUZ IRENE A. GAPASANGRA MARY GRACE M. MADRILEJOS KRISETTE JOY V. SARDEA CHAPTER I THE PROBLEM AND ITS SETTING Introduction This study is about probing the importance of eating breakfast. Pupils should take breakfast every morning. As defined by Webster’s New World Dictionary (2008), breakfast is the first meal of the day; the term implies to break the fast. Break the fast means to eat and break the skipping of breakfast. Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day because it replenishes your body’s energy levels in the morning. (Amanda Wayne, BBC News). Maslow’s cited on his hierarchy of needs that it is the most basic level of need that is required to humans to satisfy physiological need is the food specifically the eating of breakfast (Encarta, 2009). Comparing two variables are done to know which one is the more favorable. The goal of this study is to determine the significant difference between students who take their breakfast regularly and of those who skip based on their academic performance,...
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...Abstract Intangible assets have been given a lot of attention by accounting professionals and other parties involved with their financial reporting lately, due to the difficulty they present in being precisely valued, classified and accounted for. For some companies, intangible assets make up the majority of their total company’s assets; for other companies, intangible assets are very small part of their total assets. In either case, accounting treatment of intangible assets has seen some interesting twists occur in the accounting world, especially after the introduction of AASB 138 ‘Intangible Assets’ in 2005. This paper aims to expose some of the new ways intangible assets are being accounted for in financial reporting regarding intangible assets since the inception of the new standard. Introduction Intangible Assets: An Overview Intangible assets are those assets that are identifiable, have no physical substance, and are non-monetary. Companies frequently use their resources, or incur liabilities, upon acquiring development, maintenance or enhancement of intangible assets (CPA Australia, 2009a). Some common examples of intangible assets include software, patents, copyrights, motion picture films, customer lists, mortgage servicing rights, fishing licenses, import quotas, franchises, customer or supplier relationships, customer loyalty, market share and marketing rights (CPA Australia, 2009a). Common headings that intangible assets fall under include...
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