...August 17, 2014 Mrs. Serena McCall Designing a Reward System Having a motivation and reward system is an important part of a business. According to Kettner 2002 “There are nine major factors of motivation that have been studies and they are: respect for me as a person, good pay, chance to turn out quality work, chance for promotion, opportunity to do interesting work, feeling my job is important, being told by my boss when I do my job, opportunity for self-development and improvement, and large amount of freedom on the job. Rewards help to motivate employees to do their best work and gives them something to look forward to. As stated in the Encyclopedia of Small Business “The key to developing a reward program are as followed: Identification of company or group, goals that the reward program will support, identification of the desired employee performance or behaviors that will reinforce the programs goals, determination of key measurements of the performance or behavior, based on the individuals or groups precious achievements, determination of appropriate rewards, and communication of program of employees. To make the programs work for everyone certain guild lines have to be followed. In the early stages of developing reward strategies, incentive plans were often highly leveraged paying 15 percent to 30 percent of base pay. While these plans may have been financially attractive to employees, they encouraged employees to work harder not smarter. Over time, the process has...
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...Inter-jurisdictional Coordination of EA: Challenges and opportunities arising from differences among provincial and territorial assessment requirements and processes Report for the Environmental Planning and Assessment Caucus, Canadian Environmental Network East Coast Environmental Law Association Deborah Carver, Robert Gibson, Jessie Irving, Hilary Kennan, Erin Burbidge November 20, 2010 ______________________________________________________________________ Summary.........................................................................................................................................3 I Inter-jurisdictional coordination of EA........................................................................... 4 II Basic principles for upwards harmonization through inter-jurisdictional EA coordination.............................................................................................................................. 6 III Immediate and underlying concerns driving attention to improved inter-jurisdictional coordination.............................................................................................................................. 8 IV Provincial EA regime differences as a challenge and an opportunity for coordination and harmonization ..................................................................................................................11 V Key characteristics of the provincial and territorial EA regimes ..................................13...
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...Travis, I enjoyed our lunch yesterday. It was good to catch up. I can’t believe it’s been five years since we last worked together! While it’s been a bit of a transition, I’m enjoying my work here at Tipstar Gaming. These guys are creative geniuses. Their goal is to be the industry leader in multi-player, online gaming, and they are really pushing the envelope. They are close to releasing a new game now that is just unbelievable. It's all very hush hush, but I've seen some early versions. Think World of Warcraft meets Farmville. As you can imagine, this is an interesting place to be the "tax guy". Steve Hagy, our CEO, has spent the last several months re-evaluating our business model. He wants to get out of the business of shipping disks. His vision is to move the delivery of our gaming software to an internet platform. There’s been a lot of discussion around how best to make this happen. The IT guys have laid out a good argument for delivery via a “cloud” solution. The Operations team believes we would have more control if we kept things “in-house”. The Product Development and Marketing folks want everything yesterday. The leadership team is looking to me to provide insights on the tax issues involved. We have a meeting in a couple of weeks and would like to hear your insights and advice. Here are the “hot button” issues as I see them: • We have a good understanding of the income and indirect tax issues surrounding the retail sale of tangible personal property as that is how...
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...Table of Contents |Acknowledgement |2 | |Executive Summary |3 | | | | |1. Introduction |4 | |1.1. Background | | |1.2. Limitation of the Report | | |1.3. Report Organization | | | | | |2. Organization Development (OD) and Human Resources (HR) |5 | |2.1. Organization Development (OD) | | |2.2. Human Resources...
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... the paper also presents a comparison between the three methods and the legal systems of resolving conflict. In addition, it discusses in brief the processes, benefits and the limitations of the processes. Mediation Mediation entails a due process that involves a neutral third party, a mediator, in conflict resolution. The mediator is never judgmental nor partisan during the process. The mediator never decides any wrongdoers but focus on the problem-solving process. Mediation allows for the revision and adjustment of the conflict scope. Agreements after mediation are readily acceptable than those from a judicial ruling because all participants are involved in reaching a compromise. Mediation is informal and involves a mediator that guides the process. The mediator engages the disputants to drop hostilities and come to a mutual agreement. In fact, mediation is multi-step and is designed to yield ultimate outcome those establishes relationships and resolves disagreements completely. Mediation starts with an opening statements form the mediator followed by that from the disputants. It then comprises joint discussion through which the complainants air out concerns and draws lines. At this point, the mediator studies the parties and...
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...Organizational Behavior (Formative Assessment) (Gaurav Jain - C1259866) Master Of Business Administration teaches students how to become successful, how to work in groups and adjust in the surroundings those are created internally as well as externally. Poster presentation, being the first MBA project, has posed many challenges for our group due to cultural and thinking difference. “Human beings, and only human beings, are biologically adapted for participating in collaborative activities involving shared goals and socially coordinated action plans”(Tomasello, Carpenter, Call, Behne, & Moll, 2005, 676). After forming group, the next challenge to us was selecting an underperforming company. Taking into account the economic crisis, people were affected the most. And retail is a segment, which is very close to the people. Each member of our group was interested in electronic retail segment. This initial motivation for our poster was intrinsic motivation. Although marks and ranking (Extrinsic Motivation) were the factors that motivated us but our initial motivator was our interest. Once we started the work on our presentation, it was the Content approach that motivated us the most throughout the work. As Maslow said that human needs motivates him towards a goal and helps him pursuing the goal, we evident it while working on our presentation. The five basic human needs, as mentioned by Maslow, are physiological, safety, love/belonging, self-esteem and self-actualization. Working...
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...to break apart the rock formations to release gas. This method is used to facilitate the maximal extraction of natural gas by allowing it to move more freely from rock pores to production wells. This movement causes the oil or gas to come to surface where it can be stored in wells (US EPA, 2012). 2. The process of hydraulic fracturing starts with finding natural gas in underground formations, such as sandstones, carbonates, shale and coal. To gain access to the natural gas, vertical, horizontal, or multi-level wells are drilled to the target formation. Hydraulic fracturing is a completion technique used to create an effective connection between a well and the natural gas formation. Before drilling a well, a drilling and completion plan must be developed and approved by state regulators. Geoscientists and environmental employees then work to collect information about the surface geology of the potential drill site (ConocoPhillips, 2011). A well pad made of cement and dirt is constructed at the surface, and a large hole is drilled to a shallow depth. At the top of the well, a large-diameter steel pipe is set to keep the surface from collapsing. Once drilling is complete to a shallow depth, the drill is removed, and a steel casing is inserted. The inner space of the steel pipe is the wellbore, and cement is added between the wellbore and outer steel...
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...SOFTWARE ENGINEERING ROLES IN THE UNITED STATES Software Engineering Roles for Displaced Computer Programmers R. B. Blinder ENG-201-OL December 10, 2011 Thomas Edison State College Table of Contents SOFTWARE ENGINEERING ROLES IN THE UNITED STATES 1 Abstract 3 Software Engineering for Displaced Computer Programmers 4 Purpose 5 Education and Training Requirements 8 Sources of data 9 Figure 1 Projections Data 9 Figure 2 ESTIMATED WAGES 10 Summary 10 References 12 Appendix A 13 Job Summary 1 - Senior Embedded Engineer 14 Job Summary 2 - Android Software Programmer 16 Abstract This paper focuses on the field of software engineering, with a focus on the specific job role of a systems analyst, an area that has undergone rapid changes in the past decade. In many ways, yesterday’s software professionals have engineered their own obsolescence by streamlining technologies that allow users to do much of the work themselves (U.S. Department of Labor, 2008). Systems analysts begin the computer application design process. They work with clients to understand requirements and map out solutions. This requires problem solving skills, mathematics and programming knowledge— traditional practices which systems analysts have always undertaken. What has changed is the need for analysts with excellent communication skills, capable of serving as the intermediary between the client and the programmers, in order to develop solutions that meet the customer’s...
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...3621711 +1 416 9414793 www.sears.ca SCC [Toronto Stock Exchange] Revenue Net Profit Employees Industry Publication Date: AUG 2010 5,201 (million CAD) 290.70 (million CAD) 11,240 Retailing Company Overview Sears Canada Inc. (Sears) is a multi-channel retailer. The company engages in providing a variety of merchandise ranging from apparels to electronics to house wares. Its product line includes apparels, footwear, jewellery, home improvements, furniture, appliances, electronics and several others. The company offers its merchandise through specialty stores, including department stores, outlet stores and other store formats; catalog and website. It offers various private label and national brands. Sears is also engaged in real estate business through joint venture interest in shopping centers. The company principally operates in Canada and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Key Executives Name William C. Crowley Dene L. Rogers Deidra D. Cheeks Merriwether R. Raja Khanna Jon Lukomnik Chairman Chief Executive Officer Director Director Director Title SWOT Analysis Sears Canada, Inc., SWOT Analysis Strengths Weaknesses Strong Foothold in Canada Specialized Services Declining Market Share Dependency on Leased Properties Source: Annual Report, Company Website, Primary and Secondary Research GlobalData Share Data Sears Canada, Inc. Share Price (CAD) as on 25-Aug-2010 EPS (CAD) Market Cap (million CAD) Enterprise Value (million CAD) Shares Outstanding (million) Source:...
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...2013annualreport.jnj.com/stories/ New-Hope-for-MDR-TB-Patients CONTENTS CHAI R MAN’S LETTE R S UCCE SS E S & CHALLE NG E S Advancing Human Health & Well-Being Leading a Dynamic & Growing Business Responsibly Safeguarding the Planet H EALTHY FUTU R E S 2015 GOALS & PROG R E SS U.N. G LOBAL COM PACT DATA S U M MARY G R I I N DEX 2 Letter from Our Chairman & CEO 52 Labor Practices & Workforce Guide to the Icons 4 Successes & Challenges 55 Employee Retention, Development & Recruitment 9 Organizational Profile 58 Compensation 10 Report Profile 58 Diversity & Inclusion The icons below help to communicate the scope and boundary for each topic covered in our report. They represent the audience and locations throughout the world impacted by our business segments or enterprise. 11 Citizenship & Sustainability 59 Political Contributions, Public Policy & Lobbying Citizenship & Sustainability Strategy Our Strategic Framework 62 Intellectual Property 13 Our Citizenship & Sustainability Materiality Assessment Process 62 Stakeholder Engagement 15 Advancing Human Health & Well-Being 16 Global Health 18 Access to and Affordability of Health Care 21 Product Pipeline 22 R&D and Clinical Trials 24 Innovation 26 Market Access 27 Preventing Disease and Promoting Wellness 28 Leading a Dynamic & Growing Business Responsibly 29 Strategic...
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...Developing an HR Plan 2 2.1 Forecasting Hiring Needs 2 2.2 Employment Arrangements 14 3.0 Succession Planning 15 3.1 Non-Family Succession 15 3.2 Family Succession 17 4.0 Creating a Personnel Manual 20 5.0 Conclusion 24 TEMPLATES: A. Staff Forecasting Chart B. Employee Attributes Checklist C. Minimum Wage Rates D. Human Resource Planning Checklist E. Management Assessment Form F. Personnel Policy Manual Template CTION Module 1 - p 1 1. INTRODUCTION Many business owners prepare a business plan before starting their business. However, small business owners often do not include human resource planning as part of their over-all business plan. They may start out with only a few employees or none at all. Over time, it is important to properly forecast employment needs. Just as failing to address potential threats in the marketplace can jeopardize the viability of your business, failing to anticipate personnel needs can impact on overall business success. The success of a business is directly linked to the performance of those who work for that business. Underachievement can be a result of workplace failures. Because hiring the wrong people or failing to anticipate fluctuations in hiring needs can be costly, it is important that you put effort into human resource planning. Planning for HR needs will help to ensure your employees have the skills and competencies your business needs to succeed. An HR plan works hand in hand with your business plan to determine the...
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...– Airport Tenancy 2011 Company Plans: International Expansion to the United States of America International Business – BBB 4M1 Submitted to Mr. Nephin June 15th, 2011 By: Emily Smiley TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 3 Executive Summary 2 I. Company Profile 4 The company Background Current Situation Future Plans Airterm’s Services The Firm’s Potential Principal characteristics of the Current Canadian Market Major Industry Competitors Industry Trends Rationale for Expanding Internationally II. Host Country profile 6 Potential Host Country Background Needs and Wants of Foreign Market Consumers Target Market and Existing Market Conditions Sociocultural Factors to Consider Economic Factors to Consider Government and Political Factors to Consider Legal Factors to Consider Transportation Factors to Consider Necessary Modifications to the Service Existing Competition III. Distribution and Cost Profile 10 Distribution Plan Mode of Delivery Cost Factors Development Plan IV. Conclusions ...
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...community asset or resource is anything that improves the quality of community life. Assets include: • The capacities and abilities of community members. • A physical structure or place. For example, a school, hospital, or church. Maybe a library, recreation center, or social club. • A business that provides jobs and supports the local economy. • Associations of citizens. For example, a Neighborhood Watch or a Parent Teacher Association. • Local private, public, and nonprofit institutions or organizations. When to use Asset Mapping •You want to start a new local program and need information about available resources. For example, you are interested in teen mothers finishing their education. You could draw a community asset map that identifies school drop-out prevention, tutoring, and education counseling programs for young teen mothers. This helps you see what already exists, or if support services are lacking. You may find it is necessary to develop a program to help young mothers finish their education. You are making program decisions. An asset map can help you identify community assets and concerns. The map results help determine new directions for your program or identify new programs that need to be developed. For example, an asset map of food banks and nutrition resources for low-income families in your neighborhood may reveal that there is a lack of...
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...Running head: DIRECT-TO-CONSUMER COMMUNICATION BY PHARMACUETICAL Abstract This research paper presents an overview of the direct-consumer communication issues by pharmaceutical organizations. In addition, this paper examines some of the sectors that are rampant to litigation within this pharmaceutical industry. It illustrates why effective communication is essential for pharmaceutical organizations, because it greatly affects various levels of productions, reputations, revenues, public awareness, services, products and trademarks. It also includes a comprehensive synopsis regarding the development issues related to applying communications as part of corporate ethics, marketing, publicizing and sales strategy. The example illustrated in this paper is in relation to one of the largest lucrative industry sectors, but applies to all industry sectors and organizations offering both products as well as services. Furthermore, this paper validates an overview of how Johnson and Johnson, one of the world’s philanthropic and ethical leader in the pharmaceutical industry, continues to develop complex organizational issues, such as communications regarding their pharmaceutical marketing practices. Direct-to-consumer communication by pharmaceutical organizations Running head: COMMUNICATION BETWEEN THE PHARMACUETICAL INDUSTRY Communication is defined as “the process by which information is transmitted and understood between two or more people”(McShane & Glinow, 2010, p. 270) Effective...
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...llp Doing Business in Canada Doing Business in Canada Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt llp first produced Doing Business in Canada in 1997 and this guide continues to be one of our most popular and respected publications. Laws change and evolve and to ensure the information is current, we review the guide regularly. Doing Business in Canada Doing Business in Canada is designed to give business executives, counsel and potential investors from foreign countries a concise overview of Canada’s legal and economic framework and key business legislation. For those looking to pursue business opportunities in Canada, this guide outlines several unique aspects of doing business in Canada, including French language requirements in the province of Québec as well as overlapping regulatory jurisdiction among various levels of government in certain areas of the law. With few exceptions, the same considerations apply to Canadians who live, work and conduct business in Canada. Despite the ongoing harmonization of many areas of Canadian business law with those of our major trading partners through international agreements, addressing distinctly Canadian business law requirements is a crucial consideration when entering the Canadian marketplace. Each chapter is designed to assist you with an overview of that particular subject and the laws most likely to affect your business decisions. Beginning with an introduction to Canada’s legal system as it applies to businesses, the guide includes an...
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