Abstract
This paper explains that Constraint-Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT), or Constraint-Induced Therapy, has become a promising choice for the treatment of patients with hemiparesis, especially after a brain insult such as a stroke; hemiparesis involves the partial impairment resulting from one side of the body being more affected than the other. The author points out that CIMT involves the constraint of the unaffected limb to stimulate use of the affected area by constraint and training to improve the ability of the affected limb. This paper relates that the proposed research will be a phenomenological, qualitative, assessment study and will be of use to patients and practicing occupational and physical therapists.

Table of Contents
Research problem
Study Proposal
Research Question
Research Design
Sample Design
Data Collection
Data Reduction and Analysis
Ethical Considerations
Limitations of the Study
Appendix A: Interview Guide
Appendix B: Data Collection Sample Form
Appendix C: Informed Consent Form

From the Paper
"An examination of the literature surrounding CIMT reveals that virtually all of the studies focus exclusively on measurements of improved performance. The only studies that acknowledge qualitative investigations do so in the context of recognizing the current lack of findings. In the context of the current literature on constraint-induced therapy it is important to recognize the lack of qualitative findings, and acknowledge the need for them as well. Therapy choices are only as effective as the patients they are used on. In the case of hemiparetic stroke patients, psychosocial impacts of therapies cannot be ignored."

Tags:treatment, stroke, constraint, phenomenological, occupational

Abstract
This paper examines the soft budget constraint (SBC) as a commitment problem under socialism, presents the Dewatripont and Maskin basic model of the theory behind the SBC, and explains how the SBC can be hardened. Additionally, it closely follows the transition processes in China, as well as several Central and Eastern European Countries by focusing on efficient markets, federalism, demonopolization. The paper ends with a summary of the efficiency outcomes of a hard budget constraint.

From the Paper
"The soft budget constraint syndrome is an incentive dilemma that has been primarily observed in socialist centrally planned economies, and has created major problems in their transition to the market. The term "soft budget constraint" was coined by Kornai in 1980, and can be summed up as follows: "If the firm acts as a price maker, if the tax system it faces is soft, if it can rely on access to free state grants, if it can get credits and external financial investment on soft terms, then the budget constraint is soft; that is it will not bind the ex ante choices of the firm." Ambrus-Lakatos (1997)"

Tags:budget, centrally, constraint, demonopolization, econometrics, economics, federalism, market, planned, socialist, soft, transition

Abstract
This paper discusses the use of constraint-based models for monitoring and predicting the applicable aspects of FMEA, depending on the specific requirements of the product tested and the environment(s) in which they are used. According to the paper, FMEA-based constraint modeling is proposed as an approach to customizing and tailoring the integration of FMEA standards to highly unique and specific production requirements. This paper specifically discusses constraint-based modeling and programming as a foundation for creating an FMEA-based constraint model.

Table of Contents:
Implementation and Management of a Constraint Based Model
Introduction
Implementation of a Constraint Based Model
Proposed Management Model
Summary
Conclusions

From the Paper
"Successive prototype builds: Product managers determine a certain number of prototype cycles, and fix the dates for these cycles. Prototype cycle deadlines are met even if the prototype has shortcomings that require rectification. This rectification process takes place by the deadline of the next prototype cycle.
The final production line is used to produce the prototypes. While the engineering staff cannot produce a complete production line for the first prototype cycles, engineers manufacture the final prototypes completely on the line. This allows engineers to test the production line and the prototypes simultaneously."

Tags:conceptual, gap, CSP, series, set, of, variables, methodology, integer, interval, binary

Abstract
This paper explains the triple-constraint theory of change management, which is based on the fact that all projects are subject to three basic constraints: time, cost, and scope. The author describes what each constraint entails, and uses a Verizon Wireless project to show where this theory would have helped to complete the project in a more timely and cost-efficient manner.

From the Paper
"Verizon set a projected time frame over two years, whereby it moved significant portions of its ten-year-old VISION billing system from non-mainframe desktops to mainframe Java and Enterprise JavaBeans running WebSphere on IBM's AIX operating system. This proved trickier than expected in its execution, given the difficulty managing a temporarily mixed mainframe and application server environment and the fact that different teams had different schedules and workflow patterns. The project took more time and human resources, and thus more financial resources, but it also suffered an additional constraint, not entirely allotted for in the triple-constraint theory, that of good will on the part of employees suffering the change."

Tags:resistance, frustration, IT, communication, technological, division, budget

Abstract
This writer thanks the author of the excellent post on integrity constraint. The writer asserts that it is well presented and covers a range of key issues on the subject of integrity constraint. Specifically, the writer likes the points concerning the need to ensure that corrupt data never reaches the database. Also, he likes the emphasis on why it's important to make the critical investments up front, rather than paying later.

From the Paper
"Thank you for the excellent post on integrity constraint. It is well presented and covers a range of key issues on the subject of integrity constraint. Specifically, I like your points concerning the need to ensure that corrupt data never reaches the database. Also, I like the emphasis on why it's important to make the critical investments up front, rather than paying later. I took special interest in a number of your comments. Specifically, your post mentioned that damage can be done by the use of database-level integrity constraints because it does not favor equivalent..."

Tags:database, integrity, oop

Abstract
This paper analyzes the theory and puts into practice Eli Goldratt's "Theory of Constraint." The purpose of any management theory is to achieve maximum productivity from limited resources. According to the author of this paper, Eli Goldratt provides practical approaches to identify management problems and their resolution.

From the Paper
"The theory of constraint as explained by Goldratt is about identifying the weakest link in the management process and eradicating it to boost performance of any process of a series of interdependent steps. Unlike boosting performance of the whole process, Goldratt teaches us to take measures to eradicate bottlenecks and hence improve efficiency of the process through increased output. At GFC we have been too busy facilitating solutions to client's problems that we neglect our own."

Tags:management, company, goal, ceo, customer, satisfaction

Abstract
This paper describes the far reaching impact of globalization. Four factors that contribute to globalization are highlighted in the paper: (1) technological change, particularly the ICT revolution; (2) the spread of market-based systems; (3) domestic politics--pro-globalization forces are more politically significant; and (4) inter-state rivalries. The writer further states that location and constraint in globalization are two key issues that require studying and understanding before embarking on this re-emerging trend.

From the Paper
"Globalisation has been part of human existence since the dawn of civilization. Since the first wanderers went off the land to hunt, and the ancient traders crossed the seas to trade, globalisation became part of human evolution. In a sense, "Globalisation is not just a recent phenomenon. Some analysts have argued that the world economy was just as globalised 100 years ago as it is today. Economic 'globalisation' is a historical process, the result of human innovation and technological progress. It refers to the increasing integration of economies around the world, particularly through trade and financial flows. The term sometimes also refers to the movement of people (labor) and knowledge (technology) across international borders. There are also broader cultural, political and environmental dimensions of globalisation that are not covered here. At its most basic, there is nothing mysterious about globalisation. The term has come into common usage since the 1980s, reflecting technological advances that have made it easier and quicker to complete international transactions--both trade and financial flows. It refers to an extension beyond national borders of the same market forces that have operated for centuries at all levels of human economic activity--village markets, urban industries, or financial centers. (IMF Staff, 2002)""

Tags:globalization, location, constraint

Abstract
This paper examines the implications on accounting of Eli Goldratt's Theory of Constraints. It examines differences between traditional accounting and TOC accounting and examines why organizations are reluctant to accept the accounting implications of the TOC methodology.

From the Paper
"According to an article written by Monty Gillespie, Mike Patterson and Bob Harmel, published in Industrial Management, fundamental to the Theory of Constraints philosophy are several assumptions. The first is that the goal of most organizations is to make money now and in the future. The second is that management should evaluate changes in organizational processes with respect to effects on inventory and operating expense. The third is that constraints limit performance for all processes in every organization. Constraints may be internal..."

Tags:Theory of constraints, costing, activity-based costing, allocation, resources, profitability, measurements, Eli Goldratt, management accounting, absorption costing, throughput, inventory, operating expense, criticisms

Abstract
This paper examines the book "Theory of Constraints" by Eliyahu Goldratt and looks at how Goldratt, using his main character Alex Rogo, establishes the idea or premise that the goal of any manufacturing organization is simply to make money. It shows how Goldratt successfully in his work creates the idea that a company must make money and turn a profit to succeed and how the path to this goal is recognition of an organization's constraints, or potential bottlenecks to success. It discusses how his ideas are supported in the field by like minded entrepreneurs that are seeking to realize reduced inventory and profit.

Outline
Introduction
Financial Measurements
Conclusions/Assumptions
Dependent Events/Statistical Fluctuations
Support of Goldratt's Premises/Ideas
References

From the Paper
"Goldratt establishes three types of financial measurements that he believes are necessary to measure the achievement of the ultimate goal, making money (CBPA, 2003). He studies net profit, ROI and cash flow. Net profit refers to the amount of sales after operating expenses are subtracted (CBPA, 2003). ROI measures net profit as divided by investment and cash flow is according to Goldratt, a "standard measurement of survival" (CBPA, 2003). Goldratt assumes correctly that financial measurements are critical to measuring the success of the company and progress toward the ultimate goal (Goldratt, 1990). They provide insight as to the conditions currently present in a plant environment, and the conditions necessary to provide a profitable and safe environment."

Tags:statistical, fluctuations, profit, money

Abstract
The main structural constraints in Hong Kong are in the forms of reduced employment opportunities and an inflated system of education (Waters, 2005). Transmigrants demonstrate agency because migrants actively make decisions and take action while, at the same time, developing and maintaining their identity through means of innovative social networks. The outcome for these transmigrants is that they then can establish connections with more than one society. When Chinese immigrants decide to leave Hong Kong for Toronto or Vancouver, the family engages in particular strategies of transnational adaptation which actually begin in the place of origin. This paper will make use of a transnational perspective to address the question of how agency and structure play a role for transmigrants.

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Is Transnationalism Driven by Migrants and Non-migrant Members of Transnational Networks, or Is It Primarily a Response to Wider Structural Constraints? Introduction The main structural constraints in Hong Kong are in the forms of reduced employment opportunities and an inflated system of education (Waters, 2005). Transmigrants demonstrate agency because migrants actively make decisions and take action while, at the same time, developing and maintaining their identity through means of innovative social networks. The outcome for these transmigrants is that they then can establish

Tags:immigrants, hong kong, canada