...Morals and Ethics A major issue that has risen from the personal use of 3D printing is the ability to produce weapons. This issue along with others brings the concern for the morals and ethical behavior that will come along with 3D printing. Different countries will utilize the machine in different ways, hospital usage, producing food, environmental, at risk for jobs, pirating, and the good will all need to be evaluated to determine the potential threats or success of 3D printing. Many countries have found a use for the 3D printer; China is using it for bio printing and Canada is using it as an education tool for children. “The Makerbot at the Lunenburg library is one of sixteen 3D printers distributed by the Nova Scotia government in 2013 to rural and urban locations around the province” (Barrett).The library has found a way to inspire children with more than just reading and utilizing computers. Barrett’s simple explanation of a 3D printer is; “the box is a Makerbot Replicator, a desktop 3D printer. It is reading instructions from a digital card and “printing" layers of corn-based, petroleum-free plastic to produce a usable 3D object”. Facilitating an educational use for 3D printers will give younger generations an introduction to future innovations. This allows the machine uses beyond a profit engineering tool. There were two librarians who decided to raise funds to have two additional 3D printers added to another library. The librarians also organized a program for children...
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...people are invariably mistaken. New jobs are formed every day to replace the old jobs. Furthermore, new technology will never replace the entire job market. At this moment, technology can not replicate the thought process of humans, but the technology is approaching. A computer pioneer, Alan Turing, from the 1950s declared that, “One day there would be a machine that could duplicate human intelligence in every way and prove it by passing a specialized test” (“Artificial Intelligence (AI)”). As a matter of fact, Alan Turing right now, is incorrect, artificial intelligence can not duplicate human intelligence because the human mind is extremely complex. On the other hand, advanced technology is replacing humans in the workforce. Due to AI, 3-D printing, and automation, technological advancements are doing the jobs people once did and will only grow in the future. Technological advancements, like AI, are doing the jobs people once did and will only become more advanced in the future. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a software on a computer that can perform tasks that require human-like thinking and reasoning. AI has been around since the mid-20th century. Since then, scientists have tried to make a system that can carry out tasks that need human intelligence and reasoning. AI can perform tasks a lot quicker than a human, but still humans can tell the difference between the two. Alan Turing, in 1950 once said, “That one day there would be a machine that could duplicate human intelligence...
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...* Traditional Costing * * Under Traditional Costing, all operating expenses are allocated by percent of sales. This causes the larger segments to carry more cost automatically. For Southlake, Textbooks generate the most income, however the gross profit percentage is only 26%. Clothing has one of the best gross profits and generates the 2nd most income. With traditional costing, computers are operating at a loss. Under Traditional Costing, all operating expenses are allocated by percent of sales. This causes the larger segments to carry more cost automatically. For Southlake, Textbooks generate the most income, however the gross profit percentage is only 26%. Clothing has one of the best gross profits and generates the 2nd most income. With traditional costing, computers are operating at a loss. ABC Costing * When allocating the operating costs based on cost driver rather than percentage of sales the segments performance differs. Depending on management’s choice of cost driver, results will vary. We allocated all costs to each product line but used different drivers. Under ABC costing, less cost is allocated to the biggest segment, textbooks. Textbooks still create the most income, but both supplies and computers are operating at a loss. When allocating the operating costs based on cost driver rather than percentage of sales the segments performance differs. Depending on management’s choice of cost driver, results will vary. We allocated all costs to each...
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...Strategic management Why strategy? Important simultaneous changes • Terra trends (e.g. aging populations, climate change) • Economic trends (e.g. debt crisis, unemployment) • Technology trends (e.g. nanotechnology, 3D printing, cyber physical systems) • Meta trends (e.g. religions, multiple modernities) Informed customers • More transparency, more information Smart competitors • Innovation, efficiency and surprises Aggressive new global players • China, Hedge Funds Increasingly scarce resources • Commodity supercycles Volatile capital markets • Return of the State Impatient investors • CEO tenure 4-6 years! Black swans Why should we be concerned about strategy? • Need to find new sources of growth • Acceleration of market growth, uncertainties • New competitive threats Clausewitz Strategy requires • Creativity • Purpose • Leadership • Ambiguity • Surprise • Culture Theory should support thinking • Not instructions Strategy: a system with many components • It is not the individual component that matters but the system as a whole With interactions • Outpouring of a conflict, force and counterforce • Not the opponents but their relationships are important • Pushing the use of force until will is broken • Fixed and flexible Strategy can only be planned for the beginning of the confrontation • Consent to modifications • Role of leadership Major role of the talented leader • Judgement + courage Strategy...
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...AutoCAD | | | AutoCAD is a software application for both 2D and 3D computer-aided design (CAD) and drafting — available since 1982 as a desktop application and since 2010 as a mobile web- and cloud-based app, currently marketed as Autocad 360. Developed and marketed by Autodesk, Inc., Autocad was first released in December 1982 — having been purchased a year prior in its original form by Autodesk founder John Walker. The software is currently marketed in its eighteenth generation. As Autodesk's flagship product, by March 1986 Autocad had become the most ubiquitous microcomputer design program worldwide, with functions such as "polylines" and "curve fitting". Prior to the introduction of AutoCAD, most other CAD programs ran on mainframe computers or minicomputers, with each CAD operator (user) working at a graphical terminal or workstation. AutoCAD is used across a range of industries, including architects, project managers and engineers, among other professions, with 750 training centers established worldwide as of 1994. History AutoCAD was derived from a 1977 program called Interact CAD, which was written in a proprietary language (SPL) by inventor Michael Riddle who later co-founded Autodesk to market AutoCAD. This early version ran on the Marinchip Systems 9900 computer (Marinchip Systems was owned by Autodesk co-founders John Walker and Dan Drake). While initially Walker and Riddle had a profits-sharing agreement for any product derived from Interact, in the...
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...McKinsey Global Institute May 2013 Disruptive technologies: Advances that will transform life, business, and the global economy The McKinsey Global Institute The McKinsey Global Institute (MGI), the business and economics research arm of McKinsey & Company, was established in 1990 to develop a deeper understanding of the evolving global economy. Our goal is to provide leaders in the commercial, public, and social sectors with the facts and insights on which to base management and policy decisions. MGI research combines the disciplines of economics and management, employing the analytical tools of economics with the insights of business leaders. Our “micro-to-macro” methodology examines microeconomic industry trends to better understand the broad macroeconomic forces affecting business strategy and public policy. MGI’s in-depth reports have covered more than 20 countries and 30 industries. Current research focuses on four themes: productivity and growth, the evolution of global financial markets, the economic impact of technology and innovation, and urbanization. Recent reports have assessed job creation, resource productivity, cities of the future, and the impact of the Internet. MGI is led by McKinsey & Company directors Richard Dobbs and James Manyika. Yougang Chen, Michael Chui, Susan Lund, and Jaana Remes serve as MGI principals. Project teams are led by a group of senior fellows and include consultants from McKinsey’s offices around the world. These teams draw...
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...second category of plug-in lights are the Projectables. Projectables are an innovative way to market to kids. They project their favorite Disney, Nickelodeon, Marvel, or DC Comics character on the ceiling for a night light and entertainment utility. Jasco does not advertise so their primary way of reaching their consumer is to package the product nicely. With the licensing agreements with Disney, Nickelodeon, Marvel, and DC Comics, Jasco utilizes that recognition to help sell their products. Jasco utilizes video demonstrations on their website as well as YouTube. In the Jasco building there is a production studio to increase this unique capability. Since many people don’t know about Jasco most of their communication with customers is via Amazon reviews. This is their form of customer relationship management where they can find out first hand what people like about their product and what needs to change. Jasco has also recently implemented a call center and an internet marketing team. When talking with marketing employees...
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...the drastically changing in adoption of high-tech devices, consumer buying behaviour was growing especially in Asia. The surge of e-commerce business has driven companies towards Omni-channel approach. That is a change in all kinds of businesses and to stay competitive in a market, thus we need to adapt accordingly. Change is critical to staying relevant, keep possession of our customers, and sustaining share market. In supply chain landscape, many companies are investing more innovation and advance technology in transportation management software (TMS) system and Internet of Things (IoT) in warehousing. Supply chain managers will expect more IT integration, more useful data for analysis and paperless processes. New technology such as 3D printing, robots and smart labels will generally common in use. As a result of digitization, they also clearly plan to reduce the employment of the operational logistic area and slightly increasing staff in strategic and tactical supply chain planning. Global Supply Chain Trends Cohen R (2016) mentioned on 2016 trend in logistics and supply chain should keep an eye on expansion of same day delivery in last mile, supply chain need to be customer centric, visibility on innovation supply chain, raising on e-Commerce and drone deliveries. Due to technological landscape for logistics and supply chains was changing rapidly, automated operation processes, new integrated systems, new resources and managers required to have better visibility. All of these...
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...“Transforming a brand into a socially responsible leader doesn’t happen overnight by simply writing new marketing and advertising strategies. It takes effort to identify a vision that your customer will find credible and aligned with their values”. Simon Mainwaring “Transforming a brand into a socially responsible leader doesn’t happen overnight by simply writing new marketing and advertising strategies. It takes effort to identify a vision that your customer will find credible and aligned with their values”. Simon Mainwaring Jessops Marketing Analysis BaBS: Marketing Management LSC| Cardiff Metropolitan University Jessops Marketing Analysis BaBS: Marketing Management LSC| Cardiff Metropolitan University Students (Group 12): * Abdelmalek Jib, L0299ZALZAL1014 * Barbaros Donmezer; LO295KGSKGS1014 * Diogo Figueira, L0317VSAVSA1014 * Supachai Tangthamphoonphon L0304RCGRCG1014 * Zacharia Peter, L0313AAHAAH1014; Students (Group 12): * Abdelmalek Jib, L0299ZALZAL1014 * Barbaros Donmezer; LO295KGSKGS1014 * Diogo Figueira, L0317VSAVSA1014 * Supachai Tangthamphoonphon L0304RCGRCG1014 * Zacharia Peter, L0313AAHAAH1014; Table of Contents Table of contents………………………………………………………………………….. Page 1 Introduction……………………………………………………………………………….. Page 2 Marketing Environment: PESTLE………………………………………………………………………………... Pages 3-4 SWOT analysis………………………………………………………………………. Pages 5-6 Mission and objectives……………………………………………………………………...
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...www.it-ebooks.info Python Network Programming Cookbook Over 70 detailed recipes to develop practical solutions for a wide range of real-world network programming tasks Dr. M. O. Faruque Sarker BIRMINGHAM - MUMBAI www.it-ebooks.info Python Network Programming Cookbook Copyright © 2014 Packt Publishing All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, without the prior written permission of the publisher, except in the case of brief quotations embedded in critical articles or reviews. Every effort has been made in the preparation of this book to ensure the accuracy of the information presented. However, the information contained in this book is sold without warranty, either express or implied. Neither the author, nor Packt Publishing, and its dealers and distributors will be held liable for any damages caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by this book. Packt Publishing has endeavored to provide trademark information about all of the companies and products mentioned in this book by the appropriate use of capitals. However, Packt Publishing cannot guarantee the accuracy of this information. First published: March 2014 Production Reference: 1190314 Published by Packt Publishing Ltd. Livery Place 35 Livery Street Birmingham B3 2PB, UK. ISBN 978-1-84951-346-3 www.packtpub.com Cover Image by Gabrielay La Pintura (linaza100@hotmail...
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...http://www.usnews.com/opinion/articles/2013/03/01/the-education-technology-revolution-is-coming The Education-Technology Revolution Is Coming Institutions of learning must learn to incorporate technology or risk being left behind By SIG BEHRENS March 1, 2013 RSS Feed Print Sig Behrens is a president of Blackboard, Inc. Higher education is the next bubble. Facebook will replace classroom instruction. Textbooks will go away, and some colleges will, too. In other words, everything is going to change. Or, at least, that's the talk we in education and technology regularly hear these days. It sounds exciting—and, to some, scary. But it also sounds like what I heard during the dot-com boom of the 1990s when a lot of companies—including Blackboard—began using technology to "disrupt" the education status quo. Since then we've made some important progress, but in many ways the classroom still looks the same as it did 100 years ago. So what's different this time? Is all the talk just hype? Or are we really starting to see the beginnings of major change? [Read the U.S. News Debate: Are Teachers Overpaid?] I believe we are. There are a lot of reasons but one of the biggest is the way that technology has given rise to a new kind of education consumer—the active learner—who is using technology to drive change in ways that we haven't seen before. In the past, change was usually a top-down process, led by campus administrators, district leaders, and other officials. It was often...
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...Team 1 : Product Development Work Plan Smart Technology: Fitness Apparel [pic] Karene Brown Phillip Bryant Adran Reid Derek Terrell Danyelle Thomas Teri Wiltcher Executive Summary Acquity Consulting Group set out to assist our client, Athos Technology, with increasing their market share in the fitness industry. Athos Technology has developed wearable smart clothing with the distinct ability to measure muscle activity through the use of EMG sensors embedded in the clothing. The company currently offers a limited number of items in its men’s and women’s lines. Through analysis of the fitness apparel and wearable technology markets, we found that there was a clear void in the market that Athos would be uniquely positioned to fill. We found that the wearable technology market is on the rise, with profits expected to reach over $11bn by 2020. Taking a closer look at what drove sales in the fitness apparel industry, we concluded that our client could see increased sales if they introduced a line of full-length compression smart pants. Additionally, given the role that the fusion of fashion and function has played in the growth of the fitness apparel market, we recommended that our client pay particularly attention to the design of the leggings for both male and female consumers. Interviews and surveys were conducted to ascertain an appropriate price point for this product and it was determined that Athos should price the leggings at $175...
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...Innovation in the Fashion Industry: A Study of Four Cases 1 Table of Content Introduction Page 3 Page 3 Page 3 Page 5 Page 6 Page 6 Page 8 Page 10 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 The history of fashion Major trends and developments in fashion Company Selection Analysis of the Companies House of Einstein Zara Fragile TOMS Conclusion Teamwork References Appendix 2 Introduction The history of fashion In order to fully understand where the fashion industry stands today in terms of organizational forms and strategies, we first look at the transformation this industry has gone through. This paragraph will analyze the changes that have occurred in the fashion apparel industry in the past century. We will also discuss some of the major trends that are visible in the fashion industry today. Up until the 1960s, the fashion industry was roughly divided into two groups. First there were firms which were based on mass production, with low costs and standardized styles that did not change frequently (Bhardwaj & Fairhust, 2010). During this time, a large group of consumers was less sensitive to fashion and had a preference for practical, basic apparel. Secondly there was the luxury fashion industry, which originated in France. A small group of French traditional players set up a special ...
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...HOW TO MAKE AT LEAST $100,000 Or More A Year As A Used and Rare Book Seller On The Internet BY YOUR NAME BY YOUR NAME Web Site: http://www.your-web-site-here.com Email: yourname@your-web-site-here.com ( Copyright 2006. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without prior written permission. Excerpts may be used with proper credit and contact information (address, telephone number or website URL of the publisher) No responsibility is assumed by the Publisher for any injury and/or damage and/or financial loss sustained to persons or property as a matter of the use of this report. While every effort has been made to ensure reliability of the information within, the liability, negligence or otherwise, or from any use, misuse or abuse of the operation of any methods, strategies, instructions or ideas contained in the material herein is the sole responsibility of the reader. The reader is encouraged to seek competent legal and accounting advice before engaging in any business activity. Introduction Not only am I going to show you step-by-step how to make $100,000 each year with your own business on the Internet I'm going to share with you exactly how I do it! Now, you can copy exactly what I'm doing- dealing in out-of-print and...
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...Begin Reading Table of Contents Photos Newsletters Copyright Page In accordance with the U.S. Copyright Act of 1976, the scanning, uploading, and electronic sharing of any part of this book without the permission of the publisher is unlawful piracy and theft of the author’s intellectual property. If you would like to use material from the book (other than for review purposes), prior written permission must be obtained by contacting the publisher at permissions@hbgusa.com. Thank you for your support of the author’s rights. For Isabella and Calista Stone When you are eighty years old, and in a quiet moment of reflection narrating for only yourself the most personal version of your life story, the telling that will be most compact and meaningful will be the series of choices you have made. In the end, we are our choices. —Jeff Bezos, commencement speech at Princeton University, May 30, 2010 Prologue In the early 1970s, an industrious advertising executive named Julie Ray became fascinated with an unconventional public-school program for gifted children in Houston, Texas. Her son was among the first students enrolled in what would later be called the Vanguard program, which stoked creativity and independence in its students and nurtured expansive, outside-the-box thinking. Ray grew so enamored with the curriculum and the community of enthusiastic teachers and parents that she set out to research similar schools around the state with an eye toward writing a book about...
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