...ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM BY name SYSTEM ANALYSIS AND DESIGN – CIS210 Professor Ntinglet-Davis, Ed. D. Case Study 1 30 October, 2012 The purpose of this paper is to discuss installing an access control system (ACS) in a dormitory. The ACS will automatically unlock the dormitory doors via an electronic proximity reader and integrate with an existing security camera system. The cameras are designed to face and rotate to record a person as they use their identification card to unlock the door. Project Title: Install Access Control System in Hall of TC CARRINGTON dormitory Project Justification: To increase the security and integrity of dormitory access at Southern Maryland Community College, one dormitory has been set up as a test site for the newly access control system (ACS). According to Germain (2011), an “access control system allows you to monitor when people enter and exit access control systems help to keep unauthorized people out, while providing flawless access to those who are authorized to be there” (para. 1). Project Scope: Install entry access system to dormitory using current security system. Project Deliverables: Scope Statement: The purpose of this project is to install an ACS in the Hall of TC CARRINGTON dormitory on the campus of Southern Maryland Community College located at 1010 Anywhere Ln, Waldorf MD, 20000. The ACS will automatically unlock the dormitory doors via an electronic proximity reader. The electronic proximity readers...
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...Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION Background of the Study Managing correctional population is a challenging and expensive task for state and local jurisdictions. In recent years, methods of securities were implemented to secure the inmates and to lessen the cases of escapes. These help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of correctional management. According to Lukens, there was a problem in monitoring the inmates during the headcount procedure as the inmates portray the appearance of a sleeping person in cell beds. To resolve this dilemma, they required all the inmates to stand in order in specific area at the same time during headcounts. It was observed that the time it takes to finish this procedure was impractical so they switch to a procedure of checking each inmate in their individual cells (Preventing Prison Escapes and Responding to Security Audits, 2000). Traditional way of monitoring the inmates was considered as impractical as it only applies on situational instances. Wortley (2002) said, that one of possible reasons why prisoners were able to escape prisons is the way these traditional approaches were implemented. Two inmates of the Manila City Jail escaped and had disarmed ten officers in their wake. Due to the heavy rain, they had gone unnoticed by the roving guard on duty that night (Andrade, 2012). In 2002, 17 inmates at BJMP Tagum City Jail escaped in broad daylight. Outnumbering the personnel on duty during the headcount in the morning, the inmates took opportunity...
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...International Journal of Finance and Accounting 2013, 2(7): 365-372 DOI: 10.5923/j.ijfa.20130207.04 Role of Pension Funds in Financial Intermediation Ondabu Ibrahim Tirimba Finance and Economics Department, PhD Candidate Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Nairobi, Kenya Abstract This paper aimed at discussing the various roles that pensions play in financial intermediat ion. Descriptive research design was adopted with the population being all the available literature on the online web as pertaining pension funds and also financial intermed iation. Using key word characters, the search in itially identified 50 journals and after a tentative scrutiny, 37 journals were selected in a random sampling manner in o rder to give the birth of this discussion paper. The key objective of this article was to discuss the role of pension funds in financial intermed iation. A mong the roles identified in this paper were; provision of a mechanis m for pooling of funds and subdivision of shares, provision of ways to transfer economic resources, provision of ways to manage uncertainty and control risk, provision of ways to manage uncertainty and control risk, provision of pricing informat ion and the provision of ways to deal with incentive problems. This paper provides practical insights into the roles of pension in financial intermed iation and thus highlighting the key importance of such pension funds into the success of any economy. This paper is one of the very first...
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...Research Brief Homeland Security A RAN D IN FRAST RUCT URE , SAFE T Y, AN D E N VIRON ME N T PROGRAM Cybersecurity Economic Issues Corporate Approaches and Challenges to Decisionmaking RAND RESEARCH AREAS THE ARTS CHILD POLICY CIVIL JUSTICE EDUCATION ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT HEALTH AND HEALTH CARE INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS NATIONAL SECURITY POPULATION AND AGING PUBLIC SAFETY SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY SUBSTANCE ABUSE TERRORISM AND HOMELAND SECURITY TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE WORKFORCE AND WORKPLACE C ybersecurity economics is an emerging field. There is a significant need for better data, better understanding, and better methods for using resources wisely, not only to protect critical products and services but also to provide assurances that software will work as expected. In two articles, RAND senior scientist Shari Lawrence Pfleeger and her colleagues addressed these key cybersecurity concerns and identified how different types of companies or organizations perceive the importance of cybersecurity and make cybersecurity investment decisions. Abstract The emerging field of cybersecurity economics could benefit from better data, better understanding, and better methods for using resources wisely, not only to protect critical products and services but also to provide assurances that software will work as expected. This research brief presents findings that address these key cybersecurity concerns, perceptions of the importance of cybersecurity, and considerations for cybersecurity...
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...SEC280 Week 6 Assignment – Joseph Ercole Case Study: Creating an IDS Policy. As the need to secure corporate networks continually increases, the task of ensuring the security of sensitive company data so that it is not compromised becomes increasingly difficult with each day. Gem Infosys, a small software company, has decided to secure their computer systems. The organization uses ten PCs and a broadband connection to the Internet. The management at Gem needs to formulate an IDS policy. We need to identify the steps to be performed when formulating the IDS policy. One of the best ways to protect company networks and data from attackers is to have an Intrusion Detection System in place. Today, IDS’s are an integral part of many organizations’ network infrastructure. But having the IDS in place and not understanding why it’s in place, how it works or who will deploy and run it or how to respond in the event of an attack is counter-productive to its existence. This is why we need to formulate the IDS policy. Before the IDS is deployed, we will create a basic outline of what we are trying to accomplish with the IDS and from there, devise a strategy. So, what are we protecting the network from and how strict will we make accessibility? Sometimes beginning with the end in mind is a good way to execute the first step of any plan or strategy. Knowing how tightly or loosely you want to allow traffic to flow on the network in order to have better control over it is a good start. We...
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...profoundly changed the way of consumer buy products and services. “Consumer behavior is the study of an individuals, groups or organization and the process that been used to select, secure and dispose of products, services, experiences or ideas to satisfy needs and the impacts that the processes have on the consumer and society.” (Kuester, 2012). According to Comscore, the report found stated that low cost airline website have experienced a strong growth visitation from consumer who are continue to search for the best travel deals online. The concept of e-ticketing was first been initiated by Air Asia in 2001 and subsequently be followed by Malaysia Airline in 2005. Airline’s company...
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...Technical Writing Project Cover Sheet Capstone Proposal Project Name: Collaborative Business Intelligence Implementation Student Name: Joseph Thomas Degree Program: BSIT Mentor Name: Jeff Davis Signature Block JOSEPH THOMAS Student’s Signature Joseph Thomas Mentor’s Signature Table of Contents Capstone Proposal Summary 1 Review of Other Work 1 Rationale and Systems Analysis 1 Goals and Objectives 2 Project Deliverables 2 Project Plan and Timelines 2 References 3 Appendix 1: Competency Matrix 4 Appendix 2: 5 Appendix 3: 6 Capstone Proposal Summary The ClientABC has outgrown their existing file server environment, and is looking for a content management system with analytical capabilities. They have provided us with detailed requirements, and we have recommended the implementation of a Microsoft® SharePoint portal leveraging Microsoft® SQL Server for a Business Intelligence solution. The portal will only be required to be accessible from within the organization and not externally. This platform will address the specific needs of each department by allowing users to upload and share department documents, such as polices. The IT department will work with other department managers to develop custom workflows based on their business processes needs. The Administration group will help define the analytical dashboard and reporting needs of the organization, with the focus...
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...Sarbanes and Representative Michael Oxley, in response to the ever increasing instances of financial scandals plaguing publically traded United States-based companies. The purpose of the Act is to “protect investors by improving the accuracy and reliability of corporate disclosures made pursuant to the securities laws." (SOX-Online.com). Specifically, the act requires a heightened level of accountability from Chief Executive Officers, Chief Financial Officers, the implementation of a Board of Directors, stricter fines and jail time for violations or fraud, closely monitored disclosure of financial documents and data, and the need for independent external auditing. 2. Examine why the new enhanced standards are necessary. The basic concept of why the new enhanced standards are necessary is to hold companies and their executives accountable for their actions and the data they present to investors and securities agencies. The Act specifically addresses 11 areas for control, which are Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB); Auditor Independence; Corporate Responsibility; Enhanced Financial Disclosures; Analyst Conflicts of Interest; Commission Resources and Authority; Studies and Reports; Corporate and Criminal Fraud Accountability; White Collar Crime Penalty Enhancement; Corporate Tax Returns; Corporate Fraud Accountability. The sections deemed most important are as follows: Section 302: Corporate Responsibility for Financial Reports – discusses...
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...DESIGN PAPER Vision/goal of the implementation - Heidi (15 points) Remember Meaningful Use and ARRA, usability and clinical workflow Vision Statement: Deliver the best of care to our community through the implementation of a hospital-wide Clinical Information with the ability to provide the right information, to the right person, in the right format, through the right channel, at the right point in clinical workflow to improve patient-centered care and healthcare outcomes. The implementation of a clinical information system is organized around an organizations vision and formulated goals. Arcade General Hospital is in the third stage of upgrading a clinical information system and their goal is to integrate the new upgrades with the application of meaningful use through adherence to the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) by promoting the adoption and meaningful use of health information technology. Usability in is one of the main goals as it will allow minimal disruption in clinical workflow. Meaningful Use In 2009, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released a rule on payment incentives for meaning use of clinical information systems (CIS). This rule was designed to entice hospitals and medical clinics to qualify for payments incentives if they adopted the necessary requirement in association with the progression of electronic medical record (EMR) implementation (American Hospital Association...
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...Surveillance Surveillance in Schools: Safety vs. Personal Privacy A project created by Kathy Davis, John Kelsey, Dia Langellier, Misty Mapes, and Jeff Rosendahl Project Home Security Cameras Metal Detectors Locker Searches Internet Tracking “Surveillance…n. close observation, esp. of a suspected person” [emphasis added] --Reader’s Digest Oxford Complete Wordfinder, 1996 In 1995, “The total number of crimes committed per year in or near the 85,000 U.S. public schools has been estimated at around 3 million” (Volokh & Snell, 1998). Our educational system is evolving all the time, and one factor that is constantly changing is the aggressiveness within our schools. In 1940, a survey of teachers revealed that the biggest behavioral problems they had from students were “talking out of turn, chewing gum, making noise, running in the halls, cutting in line, [violating] the dress code, [and] littering” (Volokh & Snell, 1998). In 1990, the toprated problems were “drug abuse, alcohol abuse, pregnancy, suicide, rape, robbery, [and] assault” (Volokh & Snell, 1998). In 1940, we had little need for surveillance beyond a teacher’s observation and intervention. Today, however, we live in a much more diverse society with troubled youth and adults who have easy access to weapons, drugs, pornography, etc., which have enabled students and staff to bring their violent and/or inappropriate tendencies into the naïve schools. What worked in 1940 (teacher-student confrontation) is not as realistic...
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...0 NEED FOR CORPORATE GOVERNANCE………….……………………………..5 5.0 PILLARS OF GOOD CORPORATE GOVERNANCE…….......……………………7 5.1 Leadership…………………………………………………………………...…….7 5.2 Appointments to the board…………………………………….…………………..7 5.3 Strategy & values………………………………………………………………….7 5.4 Structure & Organisation………….....……………………………………………8 5.5 Corporate performance……………………………………………………..……..8 5.6 Corporate compliance……………………………………………………………..8 5.7 Corporate communication………...……………………………………………….8 6.0 OVERVIEW OF DEVELOMENTS IN CORPORATE GOVERNANCE………..….8 6.1 Global Initiatives……………………..……………………………………………8 6.2 Corporate Governance in Kenya……………………………………..……………9 7.0 IRRESISTABLE CASE FOR CORPORATE GOVERNANCE………………........11 8.0 CONCLUSION………………………………………………………………………11 REFERENCES………………………………………………………………………..…12 1.0 INTRODUCTION In today’s environment corporate Governance is not a luxury but a dire necessity for the survival of entities and a prerequisite for national economic development. Corporate governance is a multi-faceted subject. An important theme of corporate governance is the nature and extent of accountability of particular individuals in the organization, and mechanisms that try to reduce or eliminate the principal-agent problem. A related but separate...
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...Assignment 4: United States Department of Labor Case Study Robert S. Curry Dr. Lorna Thomas HRM 533 - Total Rewards August 23, 2015 Introduction The U.S. Department of Labor was established in 1913 and charged with administering and enforcing statutes that promote the welfare of U.S. wage earners, improve their working conditions, and advance their opportunities for profitable employment. Before gaining separate cabinet status in 1913, labor had been represented by various federal agencies according to the department of Labor. The U.S. Department of Labor administers federal labor laws covering workers' rights to safe and healthful working conditions, a minimum hourly wage and overtime pay, freedom from employment discrimination, unemployment insurance, and other income support. Altogether the department enforces more than 180 federal laws (Wiley, 2007). The department governs over several acts that were created to protect the employees from discrimination and misconduct. In addition, such acts include Davis-Beacon Act, Walsh-Healey Public Contract Act, Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Service Contract Act (SCA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), etc. The U.S. Department of Labor have to make sure employers are following the proper laws and regulations so that the labor laws are not being mistreated and also to make sure individuals are being paid for the labor they are performing. Moreover, to help employees make sure they are not being mistreated or even breaking...
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...The Innovation Pandemic: Society quest for real time solutions Parish M. Kaleiwahea Wayland Baptist University Abstract The Innovation Pandemic: Society quest for real time solutions When one thinks of a business with information technology (IT) flair, Wal-Mart is probably not on the top of anyone’s list of companies leading the way of innovation transformation. However, for 45 years this retail giant has reinvented IT retail model for an evolving digital economy. Today in order to survive a global economy companies must embrace and invest in latest information systems infrastructure in order to maintain a competitive advantage. Wal-Mart’s commitment to enhance their technology by integrating traditional and e-commerce retail innovation by using the most advanced technology to enhance the retail empire. As profits continued to reap into Wal-Mart, its commitment to improve data communication systems for their company remained a priority. While other companies contemplate spending money on new innovative technology, Wal-Mart continues to dedicate itself to implement many computerized solutions such as instituting a uniform product code (UPC) system as its electronic scanning barcode tool (Wang, 2006). Innovation is a tough concept for people to wholeheartedly to embrace because it comes with all types of unknowns. Companies like Wal-Mart took a huge financial risk, but eventually stuck to their strategic vision to embrace and forge ahead in the technology era. However...
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...eBAY.COM A Case Report for Getting Tools Used NOTE: THIS IS ONLY A PORTION OF THE GETTING TOOLS USED RESEARCH REPORT. FOR THE FULL DOCUMENT AND OTHER INFORMATION VISIT WWW.CFAH.ORG. Getting Tools Used Table of Contents Foreword by Jessie Gruman ......................................................................................................................................... 1 Executive Summary ........................................................................................................................................................ 3 About CFAH ...................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Table of Contents ........................................................................................................................................................... 8 Introduction: 21st Century Marketplace .................................................................................................................. 9 Research Framework ................................................................................................................................................... 17 Case Studies.................................................................................................................................................................... 25 Consumer Reports: Car Buying Guide ....................................
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...disrupted the status quo. Election gains by PAN Representatives disrupted long standing agreements between the cartels and government officials which led to the increased violence that exists today. This paper will explore the history of the relationship between the cartels and the PRI. The effect of the increased violence from the cartels inhibits the efforts of PAN party officials to establish a lasting democracy. Literature Review Research shows the three distinct stages in the development of a cohesive relationship between drug cartels and government in Mexico and identifies the political and economic conditions that have allowed the drug trade to thrive. Comparing Mexico with Columbia, another narcotics state, provides an additional case study on the subject matter and highlights actions utilized successfully. A review of the current political and military efforts to curtail corruption within the government provides a point of reference to facilitate an informed view of the current status. Research cannot predict the outcome of the battle for establishment of a lasting democracy, but seeks to suggest possible outcomes dependent on future elections and success of current political efforts. The following literature review traces the history of the drug trade from post revolutionary Mexico after the turn of...
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