Abstract With all the many advances in technology, there will most likely be issues that will affect policing in the future. How will new technologies affect the individual police officer? Will he have input about what technology is used? What about the management of police agencies? How will they respond to the issues of civil liability in the future? How do technological advances affect the community itself? Will they embrace it or reject it? This paper addresses these questions and provides answers to them.
From the Paper "Police personal carry the utmost importance in departments, especially in larger departments. It seems now that everything now and way back when seems to be climbing gradually into the future. For the most part, larger departments appear to be tightening their grip on micromanagement. Supervisors are somewhat becoming ignorant to the fact of what their officers need."
Abstract This paper is about computer technology. An easy way to look back in order to predict the near-future of computer technology is to simply say that computing devices will be smaller, faster, more powerful-and more closely networked.
Abstract This paper examines the future of civilian space flight in the wake of the Challenger disaster on January 28, 1986 and NASA's opposition to civilian flight.
Abstract This essay discusses Donald Snow's "The Shape of the Future". The author argues that the end of the Cold War has brought the world into a new era. Since most of the communist world has disappeared, a world composed of two different "tiers" has emerged. The question is which tier the former communist nations will fall into.
Abstract This paper analyzes Francis Fukuyama's book "Our Posthuman Future". It looks at his definition of human nature, and the dangers it faces from biotechnology. The paper discusses the author's outline of the history of science and the genetics vs cultural environment.
From the Paper "Francis Fukuyama, is a provocative and informative writer who makest he argument in Our Posthuman Future that we had better wake up and take some real effective regulatory action to control the rapidly changing field of biotechnology before we find ourselves losing our humanity. Human beings have always differed from the rest of living things in the extent of our ability to modify our environment through cultural means. There are some evolutionary biologists who think that the invention of stone tools and learning to ..."
Abstract This is a short paper regarding the association of future trends in hospital financing and the accompanying changes and requirements that would be placed on an in-hospital pharmacy. The paper discusses various trends, such as closing or merging for those in capital poor situations; increased collections, greater use of technology and specializing were trends for those in capital rich situations. The paper examines the necessary pharmaceutical recommendations in response to these changes.
From the Paper "Future trends in hospital financing are either exciting or dismal, depending on what the hospital's current bond rating is ("How are Hospitals," 2004). If it is secure, the future is bright, as that hospital belongs to the group of hospitals considered "the haves." For the haves, money is not an issue and capital is readily available. For the "have nots" operating capital is scarce if it is there at all, the hospital is in jeopardy of closing its doors, and financing options are virtually non-existent ("How are Hospitals Financing, 2004). A reported "47% of hospital CFOs say they can't keep up with the basic need for capital improvements" (How are Hospitals, 2004)."
Abstract This paper discusses how technology has improved, communications have bound the world together more tightly than ever before, and the internet has opened up a multiplicity of opportunities that would have been (literally) impossible to imagine even a couple generations ago. This paper explores what the communications universe of the future will be like and argues specifically that tomorrow's communications technology will be characterized by virtual reality and by the continued splintering of the information superstructure.
Abstract This paper analyzes the factors influencing the market future for 13 products from convenience food to crude oil. The author stresses that, in addition to the rapid evolution of technologies, consumers' behavior, demands and expectations also change. Thus, manufacturers are forced to adapt to new requirements. For example, some factors, which could influence the demand for pay-per-view television programming are cheaper monthly fees for competing television channels that air new films and programs, specific laws restricting airing of recent films and future technical improvements. Includes color diagrams showing the proportion each factor holds in influencing the future demand of each product.
Table of Contents:
Convenience Foods
Products Purchased on the Internet
Fax Machines
Film and Cameras
Video Rented from Retail Outlets
Pay-per-View Television Programming
Future Product Supply
Crude Oil
Computer Memory Chip
Hotel Rooms
Fast food Outlets in Emerging Markets
Credit cards Issued by Financial Institutions
Laptop Computers
From the Paper "When they were first invented, fax machines were considered cutting edge technologies. However, today there is nothing special about them. Present in most all companies and sometimes even within individuals' households, fax machines are used to send and receive information on paper. Opinions in regard to the future trend of fax machines vary. While some state that the demand will increase, others point out that the demand will take a downfall."
Tags: requirements, working patterns, demographics niche, foreign investors
Abstract This paper discusses the topic of business management and, specifically, describes the future of management. It also differentiates between management and leadership, while describing emerging management concepts and/or trends. It examines how the perception of the four management functions of planning, organizing, leading, and controlling will change in the future. It looks at how management is never static and how it is to be expected that the future of management will hold many exciting and diverse changes in how managers perceive and carry out their functions while managing their staff.
From the Paper "Flexibility and transition are also keys to management of the future, and these both influence the four functions of management. Managers of the future must be increasingly open to change, and they must be flexible in their outlook. The manager who refuses to embrace new ideas and technologies will have no place in management functions of the future, while the manager who wholeheartedly embraces change will find opportunities for advancement and success in the organization. Mangers who cannot take on more active roles in their departments may also face difficulties in adjusting to their roles in the future. Technology, flexibility, and the ability to deal with change and fluctuations in the corporation will all be importance management techniques for the future."
Abstract This paper examines the future of literary theory and dissects the current shortcomings in the field. The paper challenges those in the field of literary criticism and theory to ask questions about what is an ideal future and prompts those outside the realms of literary theory to question why and how they are not part of that future.
From the Paper "They say the future is an unwritten book, a blank page ready to be scrawled upon by those with the desire to provide the ink and quill. The future of literary theory seems to differ from this, blank page, analogy in several key ways that will help to define and shape its future. This future, as all futures, has several different and unique outcomes. Each is equally plausible and has its own merits and drawbacks, but perhaps there is an ideal future for literary theory and criticism that we, as a collective whole, can bring about."
Abstract This paper examines what the future market conditions hold for the Dell Computer company. The paper takes a look at the current structure of the personal computer market, looks at the possible impact new competitors may have on the company and examines a number of other factors such as pricing structure, productivity and government regulations that may affect the company's future.
Market Structure
Impact of New Competitors
Pricing
Productivity
Cost Structure
Price Elasticity of Demand
Future Competitors
Competitors
Strengths and Weaknesses of Competitors
Government Regulations
Supply and Demand
Recommendations
From the Paper "At present, the current structure of the PC market is a market structure closer to one of perfect competition, with a very buyer rather than seller friendly focus. Many buyers and sellers and a high level of price volatility characterize the PC industry. However, no market is a textbook definition of any market structure. Although there are many products in the PC industry, they are not all exactly similar in nature and with many substitutes, and there are higher barriers to industry entry than in other competitive market structures-thus this state of perfect competition is somewhat limited. (Investopedia, 2005) But overall, Forbes Magazine has said the PC market growth will moderate in 2005 due to a lack of significant new product introductions in a too-competitive marketplace. ("Market Share," 2005)"
A research paper exploring the possibility of a future breakout of war in the Middle East and North Africa due to the scarcity of water throughout the region.
Abstract This dissertation presents a case study of the possibility of future wars throughout the Middle East and North Africa due to water scarcity and limited water resources presently being experienced in that region. The paper starts by revealing the gravity of the situation by showing the present statistics surrounding the problem of water scarcity throughout the world. Thereafter, the paper highlights the importance of water in the national economy. From then on, the paper discusses the present situation of water scarcity in the Middle East by noting the present available resources of water in the Middle East. Lastly, the paper highlights the reason underlying possible future water wars in the Middle East and North Africa. The paper concludes by briefly analyzing the findings and assessing possible variables and alternative scenarios that might be adapted by the Middle East and North African states to avert war.
Table of Contents
Abstracts
Synopsis
Introduction
The Importance of the Availability of Water
Presently Available Water Resources in the Middle East
The Conflict in the Future Hypothesis
Review of Related Literature
Methodology
Collection of Data
Data Analysis and Search Tactics
Limitations of the Study
Findings
Geographic Location
Regional Tension, Disharmony and Centuries of Conflict
Vague International and National Laws
Population Explosion
Increase Demand and Decrease Supply
Pollution
Water Exploitation Methods
Economic Growth in the Middle East
Border Conflicts
The Domestic Situation and Regional Conflicts
Assessment of Expected Variables
Conclusion
From the Paper "At present, as mentioned above, approximately 40% of the world's population is dealing with the scarcity of water. In fact, hundreds and thousands of humans travel all year long in search of water. They live their lives like nomads and remain in one place until they have utilized the water resources. While, this picture is very noticeable in the Middle East countries, more and more countries are joining the listing of such countries. Experts fear that if the present situation is not given the due attention, then by the middle of this century, almost 65% of the world's population will be confronting water scarcity and famine (Steve Lonergan, 1996). The gravity of the situation in the Middle East can be gauged from the fact that in the mid 1990's almost 8 countries from this region fell below the international standards of "absolute water scarcity," while many others had been on the brink of falling below the redline (Robert Engelman and Pamela LeRoy, 1993). This situation occurs when the yearly per capita fresh water accessibility of a nation drops below 500 cubic meters. These 8 countries in the Middle East faced inbuilt problems and difficulties of water scarcity that severely threatened the public healthcare structure, as well as, hindered the growth and development of the socio-economic system. To add to the difficulty, these regions have one of the highest population growth rates in the world. One does not have to be a rocket scientist to determine the fate of countries if their water resources come to a stand still while their population is rapidly growing at the rate of more than 3 percent (Ashok Swain, 1996)."
Tags: north, africa, increasing, demand, limited, supplies, decreasing, growing, population
Abstract The paper discusses how it is relatively easy to be pessimistic about the future in our modern world. The paper notes the daily reports about wars, terrorism, increasing poverty, the spread of HIV/AIDS and many factors that suggest that the future is a very bleak one. The paper suggests, however, that there has been an overemphasis on the negative view of life in modern society. The paper looks at phenomena such as global warming, the energy shortage, the advent of the Internet and the field of science and technology in a positive light and maintains that civilization has potential for a positive future.
Outline:
Global Warming and Climate Change
Energy Resources
Communications
Science and Technology
Education
Conclusion
From the Paper "It is relatively easy to be pessimistic about the future in our modern world. One only has to glance at the news to find aspects of our world that portend a gloomy and depressing future. There are daily reports about wars, terrorism, increasing poverty, the spread and HV/Aids and a host of other factors that suggest that the future is a very bleak for humanity on this planet. The recent announcement from the scientific community about the increase in global warming and climate change suggests that the entire human species might disappear in the future. One could easily fill an entire book with dire and pessimistic prophesies about event that bode ill for the future of humanity."
Abstract The paper examines the article "Warehouse of the Future: Software will Choreograph Tomorrow's Warehouse Work", where the author discusses how the future of warehouses will involve a highly coordinated, technical and completely efficient system. The paper explains that because technology evolves rapidly and the warehouse must stay competitive, the article stresses that a warehouse design must be flexible enough to accommodate future technologies.
From the Paper "In describing exactly how this new warehouse will function, Graham talks about a well "choreographed" automated warehouse that will focus on "trimming fat, dumping waste and eliminating redundancy wherever it is found." Admittedly, this will mean that fewer workers will be required but, those who are employed will be "more qualified, better trained, and more motivated." The result will thereafter be the creation of more service orientated jobs in a typically manufacturing/labor intense field."
Tags: technology, efficiency, product, tracking, inventory, RFID
Abstract This paper looks at the effect that Baby Boomer's will have on nursing homes and the future of long-term care. The author investigates the current inefficiencies and inadequacies of medical care services and the problems of adaptation that it may face in the future.
From the Paper "Long-term care has been on the government's back-burner since its institutionalization. The Medicare and Medicaid systems have only proven to be inadequate coverage while at the same time costs of services have been increasing. The long-term care system is also very inefficient and cannot effectively coordinate services (Evashwick 2001). The biggest problem with long-term care is the public's unwillingness to take an active role and change the system. There will be major changes take place when the next generation enters the long-term care system. Kobner (2001) had stated it correctly when saying that tomorrow's elderly population is going to be our "new" seniors. Hopefully all of these problems will be reversed when the "new" seniors become 65 years-old. These "new" seniors are also known as the baby boomers. The baby boomers are charging with a tremendous force toward the long-term care system. Healthcare and the aging population are changing dramatically in the United States and long-term care is going to be required to keep up (Mollica 1998)."
