...Business Strategy Case 3 The O-Fold Kyle Huffman Olds College Submission Date: February 14 2013 O-Fold Business Opportunity Introduction Alex Richards was a 4.0 GPA student, double majoring in finance and accounting. Before taking a trip to Colorado, Alex was faced with a problem: whether or not to take a suit on the plane, he did not want to wear it on the plane nor pack a suit case due to having the clothing wrinkle. He came up with the idea of the O-Fold, a cylindrical tube that clothes could be wrapped around, secured with straps, packed into tight spaces, and arrive wrinkle free. After completing a preliminary patent search online and finding nothing similar to his idea, Alex had to make a choice whether or not to start a company. He came up with four options, sell the idea, license the idea, outsource production, or use a crawl-walk-run strategy. External analysis With more then $5 billion in sales the luggage industry strengthened, as the baby boomer generation reached its peak travel ages (45-54). With profit margins growing from 28.9 percent in 1990 to 45.9 percent in 2000 the industry is looking profitable. As well having around 75 percent of the merchandise imported, this lowers the cost of production and materials. An important trend to look at is the use of handbags or carry on items. With the rising cost of fuel airlines started charging for check baggage, resulting in an increase of people buying carry on/handbags. Handbags sales increased from 3...
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...standard protocols as mentioned in materials and methods. Table 1 shows the specific activity of the various plant sources studied. 4.2 Partial Purification of protease isolated from O. basilicum O. basilicum (Basil) extract was partially purified by various downstreaming techniques mentioned below. 4.2.1 Ammonium sulphate precipitation...
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...Making Geometry Fun with Origami Lucila Cardenas Vega University of Texas at Brownsville Introduction Teachers must have an understanding of students’ mathematical thinking in order to create meaningful learning opportunities. This becomes more relevant when teaching subjects that not all students have an interest for, such as, geometry. Since geometry is the study of shapes and configurations, it is important to understand how a student thinks about the different properties in geometry including, symmetry, congruence, lines and angles. Students remember a lesson better and the information becomes more significant when learning is accessed through hands on activities. (Pearl, 2008). Origami is the art of transforming a flat sheet of material into a finished sculpture through folding and sculpting techniques. The use of origami can be thought of as art; however, there are so many other benefits of incorporating origami in geometry lessons. According to experts, origami teaches students how to follow directions, encourages cooperation among students, improves motor skills and it helps develop multi-cultural awareness (Weirhem, 2005). Origami activities used in geometry lessons reinforces vocabulary words, facilitates the identification of shapes and simplifies congruency and symmetry (Pearl, 2008). In origami, students take a flat piece of paper and create a figure that is three dimensional. The use of origami in geometry is not new. Friedrich Froebel, the founder...
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...Gross Anatomy allen SUPERFICIAL FASCIA Under the skin, similarly found in the other parts of the body. In obese individuals, heavily laid with fats Thin above the umbilicus, continuous with the superficial fascia of the thorax Below the umbilicus, there are 2 distinct parts o Camper’s Fascia –fatty superficial layer of the superficial fascia, wherein superficial blood vessels and nerves are found o Scarpa’s Fascia –deeper membranous layer of the superficial fascia. Provided with greater amount of elastic tissue. After crossing the inguinal ligament anteriorly, will blend with the FASCIA LATA of the thigh. In the pubis, it is continued over the spermatic cord, penis and the scrotum, and blends with the COLLE’S FASCIA of the perineum ABDOMEN ABDOMINAL WALL SURFACE ANATOMY LINEA ALBA Median band of a tendinous raphe between the two rectus abdominis muscles, formed by the fusion of the aponeurosis of the external oblique, internal oblique, and transverse abdominal muscles. Represented by a depression that extends from the xiphoid process to the pubic symphysis in pregnancy, it becomes a dark brown or black pigmented vertical line (linea nigra), probably due to hormone stimulation to produce more melanin. Infraumbilical part is very narrow Supraumbilical part gradually widens towards the sternal end NAVEL/ UMBILICUS Not a good landmark, variations due to obesity and beer drinkers Depression along the linea alba and indicates the site of the...
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...impede or stop migration out of the reservoir. Although it is the geometric arrangement of reservoirs and seals that determines if a trap is present, both reservoir and seal analysis should be an integral part of trap evaluation. Traps can be divided into three broad categories: structural traps, stratigraphic traps, and combination traps, which exhibit both structural and stratigraphic elements. We have subdivided structural traps into fold traps, traps associated with faults, traps associated with piercement features, and combination traps that require elements of both faults and folds for effectiveness. Stratigraphic traps can be grouped into primary or depositional traps, traps associated with unconformities (either above or beneath the unconformity), and secondary or diagenetic stratigraphic traps. We note that although each trap has unique characteristics, early recognition of trap type will aid in mapping and evaluating a prospect. a s shown on the events chart (Chapter 1, Figure 1.5), is i mportant in a petroleum system study because if the t rap forms before the...
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...Integumentary Disorders Anatomy of the skin The skin consists of 3 layers: 1. Epidermis- non vascular outermost layer, continuously dividing cells 2. Dermis- takes the largest portion of the skin and provides strength and structure. It consists of glands (sebaceous, sweat), hair follicle, blood vessels, and nerve endings 3. Subcutaneous tissue (hypodermis)- the inner most layer. contains major vascular networks, fat, nerves, and lymphatics Function of the skin • Protection- protection of underlying structures from invasion by bacteria, noxious chemicals and foreign matter. • Sensory perception- transmits pain, touch, pressure, temperature, itching, etc • Fluid balance (excretion)- absorption of fluids and evaporation of excess. • Temperature regulation- produced heat released through skin by radiation, conduction, and convection 1|Page • Vitamin synthesis- skin exposed to ultra violet light can convert substances necessary for synthesizing vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). • Aesthetic- affects appearance Factors influencing skin integrity • Immoblity is the major factor leading to pressure sore development . • The pt who is confined to bed & unable to change position is at greatest risk . • Trauma most likely occur – over the prominent areas – weight bearing areas • • Prolonged pressure impairs blood flow to tissue & resulfs in ischemia & inferction The extent of pressure necessary to cause tisue damage...
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...SAFFOLA COOKING OIL - THE REPOSITIONING JOURNEY Case Summary Group 7, Section A: Swati Matta (PGP/16/054) Vivek Pratap Singh (PGP/16/057) Meenakshi Subramanian (PGP/16/090) Ashima Aggarwal (PGP/16/135) Gagandeep Singh (PGP/16/260) Thomas Dardare (IE/16/008) 1 The case analyzes the repositioning journey of Saffola. It was introduced in 1960s and it carved a niche for itself in the edible oil category by 1990. Growth has been steady for over a decade leading up to the turn of the century. Faced with stagnating sales in 2001, they launched an advertising campaign but its impact was short lived. In 2004, they again undertook a repositioning strategy to boost sales and appeal to people other than just heart patients. 1990s: The Healthy Decade Saffola’s target consumer: Urban Dweller, age group of 45+, male and belonging to SEC A. Promotion: Brand for the healthy heart Advertising Campaign: Played on the fear factor in patients. To give them a sense of security and a feeling that by consuming Saffola oil, they are taking a precautionary measure to avoid another encounter with a heart related condition. Their marketing efforts revolved around highlighting the fact that Saffola had ‘higher PuFA’ compared to regular oil. The consumer switched from regular cooking oil to Saffola oil on recommendation by his doctor or after suffering some heart-related condition. New Challenges of the New Century Around the turn of the century, Saffola’s sales had begun to stagnate. They introduced...
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...formulate, package, distribute and administer these vaccines across the world remains a significant unsolved problem. Most vaccines have been delivered by the needle and syringe, however this technology has several important disadvantages including needlestick injuries, disease transmission through needle reuse, (Ekwueme et al., 2002) limited thermostability, the need for training/ expertise for administration, lack of targeting to immune rich regions of the body, and the issues of pain/phobia that result in avoidance of medical care in nearly 10% of the population. One of the ways to meet the vaccination challenges worldwide is to engineer better ways of administering vaccines in a simple and effective way to more people than is currently the case (Hickling et al., 2011). Hypodermic needles were first introduced in the 1850s and since then, intramuscular injection of vaccines has been the most popular delivery method due to its ease of administration (Mitragotri, 2005). However, this technology has several disadvantages. Firstly, muscle contains relatively few antigen presenting cells (APCs), which are important in generating protective immune responses. Secondly, the stability of vaccine formulations is heavily dependent upon environmental factors such as temperature and humidity, with costs in maintaining the 'cold chain' (refrigeration) potentially sufficient to vaccinate a further 10 million children if refrigeration were not required (Giudice and...
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...ANT250 I Anatomy and Physiology I The Muscular System Module Three Case Assignment 20 May 2013 Professor: Dr. Koronika Q1. Describe normal anatomy/physiology of muscle contraction. Anatomy of Skeletal Muscle: A single skeletal muscle, such as the triceps muscle, is attached at its • Origin to a large area of bone; in this case, the humerus. • At its other end, the insertion, it tapers into a glistening white tendon which, in this case, it’s attached to the ulna, one of the bones of the lower arm. As the triceps contracts, the insertion are pulled toward the origin and the arm is straightened or extended at the elbow. Thus the triceps is an extensor. Because skeletal muscle exerts force only when it contracts, a second muscle a flexor is needed to flex or bend the joint. The biceps muscle is the flexor of the lower arm. Together, the biceps and triceps make up an antagonistic pair of muscles. Similar pairs, working antagonistically across other joints, provide for almost all the movement of the skeleton. The Muscle Fiber Skeletal muscle is made up of thousands of cylindrical muscle fibers often running all the way from origin to insertion. The fibers are bound together by connective tissue through which run blood vessels and nerves. Each muscle fibers contains: • An array of myofibrils that are stacked lengthwise and run the entire length of the fiber; • Mitochondria; • An extensive smooth endoplasmic reticulum (SER) ...
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...investigating the effect of students socio-economic/family background on students academic performance in tertiary institutions using decision tree algorithms A. B. Adeyemo (Ph.D)1 and S. O. Kuyoro (M.Sc.)2 Department of Computer Science, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria Abstract The causes of the difference in the academic performance of students in tertiary institutions has for a long time been the focus of study among higher education managers, parents, government and researchers. The cause of this differential can be due to intellective, non-intellective factors or both. From studies investigating student performance and related problems it has been determined that academic success is dependent on many factors such as; grades and achievements, personality and expectations, and academic environments. This work uses data mining techniques to investigate the effect of socio-economic or family background on the performance of students using the data from one of the Nigerian tertiary institutions as case study. The analysis was carried out using Decision Tree algorithms. The data comprised of two hundred forty (240) records of students. The academic performance of students was measured by the students’ first year cumulative grade point average (CGPA). Various Decision Tree algorithms were investigated and the algorithm which best models the data was used to generate rule sets which can be used to analyze the effect of the socio-economic background of students on their academic...
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...Fold along perforation before detatching cards abridge ˘ (´ BRI J) abstract ˘ (ab STRAKT) acclaim ¯ (´ KLAM) adulation ¯ (a j´ LA sh´n) ˘ adversary ˘ (AD vû(r) se r e ˘ ¯) adversity ¯) (a VÛ(R) s´ te ˘d advocate ˘ ¯ (AD v´ ka t) aesthetic ˘ ˘ (e THE tı k) ˘s affirmation ¯ (a f´ r MA shun) ˘ v. condense or shorten. v. applaud; announce with great approval. also n. adj. theoretical; not concrete; nonrepresentational. The NBC sportscasters acclaimed every American victory in the Olympics and decried every American defeat. To him, hunger was an abstract concept; he had never missed a meal. Because the publishers felt the public wanted a shorter version of War and Peace, they proceeded to abridge the novel. n. poverty; misfortune. n. opponent. n. flattery; admiration. We must learn to meet adversity gracefully. The young wrestler struggled to defeat his adversary. The rock star thrived on the adulation of his groupies and yes-men. n. positive assertion; confirmation; solemn pledge by one who refuses to take an oath. adj. artistic; dealing with or capable of appreciation of the beautiful. aesthete, n. v. urge; plead for. Despite Tom’s affirmations of innocence, Aunt Polly still suspected he had eaten the pie. The beauty of Tiffany’s stained glass appealed to Esther’s aesthetic sense. The abolitionists advocated freedom for the slaves. Fold along perforation...
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...Discussion Questions for Computime Do a 5 forces analysis of the industry in which Computime is competing (note: in order to do this, it is important to clearly define the industry.) Computime’s core business is in the EMS (Electronic Manufacturing Service) Control Business providing high quality end-to-end solution including product engineer and design, testing, supply chain management, contract manufacturing and logistics services. Computime provided high-tech OEM manufacturing solutions to high tech global manufacturers around the globe. The company was particularly adept in electronic controls, where it was the world leader. 1 Threat to New Entrant The requirements for the capital investment and knowledge are moderate for the control business. Therefore, the threat to new entrant is moderate, and we would rate the attractiveness of this force as “moderate.” 2 Rivalry of Competitors The company faced competition in their core electronic manufacturing services (EMS) business at both the regional and global levels. These competitors were larger with better financing capacity. The global competitors consisted of companies such as Solectron, Flextronics and Sanmina. Solectron is an international OEM provider with offices and factories in more than 20 countries including 3 manufacturing sites in China. Flextronics is a Singapore based EMS provider that had revenue of...
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...Decision Support Systems 50 (2011) 491–500 Contents lists available at ScienceDirect Decision Support Systems j o u r n a l h o m e p a g e : w w w. e l s ev i e r. c o m / l o c a t e / d s s Detection of financial statement fraud and feature selection using data mining techniques P. Ravisankar a, V. Ravi a,⁎, G. Raghava Rao a, I. Bose b a b Institute for Development and Research in Banking Technology, Castle Hills Road #1, Masab Tank, Hyderabad 500 057, AP, India School of Business, The University of Hong Kong, Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong a r t i c l e i n f o a b s t r a c t Recently, high profile cases of financial statement fraud have been dominating the news. This paper uses data mining techniques such as Multilayer Feed Forward Neural Network (MLFF), Support Vector Machines (SVM), Genetic Programming (GP), Group Method of Data Handling (GMDH), Logistic Regression (LR), and Probabilistic Neural Network (PNN) to identify companies that resort to financial statement fraud. Each of these techniques is tested on a dataset involving 202 Chinese companies and compared with and without feature selection. PNN outperformed all the techniques without feature selection, and GP and PNN outperformed others with feature selection and with marginally equal accuracies. © 2010 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved. Article history: Received 20 November 2009 Received in revised form 14 June 2010 Accepted 3 November 2010 Available online 12 November 2010 Keywords: Data mining...
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...that the project on “Study of MALARIA” has been sincerely and satisfactorily completed by “Ms. Surbhi Pandey” of std “12-B” , in the academic 2015-2016 and submitted to AISSCE practical examination conducted at St. Josephs high school , under the guidance of “ Mrs. Chitra Singh” Subject Teacher’s Principal’s {Sign} {Sign} Sign of External School Examiner Stamp ACKNOWLEDGEMENT I wish to express my deep gratitude and sincere thanks to Principal, Mrs. Kalpana Dwivedi of St. Joseph’s High School, New Panvel for her encouragement and for all the facilities that she provided for this project work. I sincerely appreciate this magnanimity by taking me into her fold for which i shall remain in debt for her. I extend my hearty thanks to Mrs.Chitra Singh for her vital support, guidance and encouragement without which this project could not have been completed. INDEX What is malaria..? Cause of malaria… Life cycle of malaria parasite… Transmission of malaria… Symptoms of malaria… Treating and preventing… Case study on malaria… BIBLIOGRAPHY What is Malaria…? Malaria is a disease caused by a parasite that lives part of its life in humans and part in mosquitoes. Malaria remains one of the major killers of humans worldwide, threatening the lives of more than one-third of the world’s population. It thrives in the tropical areas of Asia, Africa, and Central and South America, where it strikes millions of people. Each year 350 to 500 million cases of malaria occur worldwide...
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...Internet Texas Hold'em Winning Strategies from an Internet Pro First Edition By Matthew Hilger Introduction “If you can't spot the sucker in your first half-hour at the table, then you are the sucker.” This is a common poker saying spoken by Matt Damon in the classic poker movie Rounders. I used to play in a tournament every Sunday night in Costa Rica with some of the best players in the world. Unfortunately, I had no idea at the time who those players were. Hopefully this book will help you spot the sucker rather than be the sucker. It takes a lot of experience and study of the game before one realizes what it takes to play at an advanced level. Everyone needs to start somewhere. This book should increase your learning curve, but there is no substitute for experience. The Internet is an excellent vehicle to develop your game, no matter if you just play low limits a few hours a week or strive to develop into a world-class player. The following story gives you a glimpse into my poker life and the struggles I went through before I started playing on the Internet. My first memory of poker is sneaking out into the woods when I was about eight or nine years old to play penny poker with my friends. In middle school, I remember getting sent to the principal's office for playing craps in the bathroom. In high school, I was assistant manager at a local movie theater and one night my friends and I played poker in the projectionist booth while the movies were playing. To my...
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