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Biodegradable Redesign, 2005.
An examination of the harmful affects of plastic utensils on the environment and how the fast-food industry contributes to this problem.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 4 sources, $ 53.95
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This paper discusses how plastic utensils are harmful to ecosystems and not environmentally friendly whatsoever. This paper takes a non-environmentally friendly product and make it biodegradable. Further discussion surrounding the fast food industry and how these restaurants are big plastic wasters. Fast food restaurants (i.e. McDonald's) in a number of countries in Europe (i.e. Germany, Austria, and Sweden) have stopped using plastic utensils and have started using biodegradable folks, spoons and knives made from cornstarch.
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"Due to increasing public demand for corporations to become more environmentally responsible (purpose), some fast food restaurants are using biodegradable utensils (solution) rather than plastic. Biodegradable spoons, forks, and knives are made of cornstarch and are being tested in European markets by McDonald's. The question is whether or not other fast food restaurants will follow suit. "
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Biodegradable Shopping Bags, 2007.
An analysis of the market strengths, weakness, opportunities and threats for biodegradable shopping bags.
5,442 words (approx. 21.8 pages), 28 sources, APA, $ 133.95
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This paper discusses the market opportunities for biodegradable shopping bags in Nova Scotia. It analyses the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) of biodegradable bags, as well as reusable bags and plastic bags, in order to identify the key internal and external factors that need to be taken into consideration when analyzing where the biggest market opportunities lie. The paper includes the complete text of the proposed Bill 390 (which will prohibit the distribution of non-biodegradable plastic bags), as well as presentation slides for the information in the paper.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Definition
Current Market Opportunities in Nova Scotia
Biodegradable Bag Manufacturers in Nova Scotia
SWOT Analysis for Biodegradable Bags
SWOT Analysis for Reusable Bags
SWOT Analysis for Plastic Bags
Laws and International Trends that Could Initiate a Market Shift
What is the State of the Debate in Canada?
Bans and International Trends
Conclusions
Recommendations
Appendices
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"Competition from reusable bags is another very real threat to the market for biodegradable bags since there is a risk that "with the sale of reusable bags, consumers could wean themselves off plastic bags altogether." As was mentioned in the Weaknesses section of this report, reusable bags are environmentally preferable to all disposable bag alternatives, including biodegradable bags; in addition, evidence suggests that reusable bags are actually becoming trendy while plastic bags are becoming unfashionable. A designer cloth bag proudly emblazoned with the words "I'm not a plastic bag" sold out the day it was released at Holt Renfrew stores across Canada and "those lucky enough to snag the $18 bag can now sell it on eBay for more than $150." Therefore, although biodegradable bags are different from conventional plastic bags, their similar appearance may decrease their social acceptability if these trends continue. Furthermore, "major lobby groups [such] as the Canadian Plastics Industry Association, the Canadian Council of Grocery Distributors and the Retail Council of Canada promote reduction and recycling over [biodegradable] plastic bags." "
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Natural and Biodegradable Plastics, 2006.
A look at the damage to the environment caused by plastic and the viable alternatives.
753 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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This paper examines how, although plastic seems to be as indispensable as glass and metal for use in everyday life, it can be argued that no other material has had as immense an impact on the decline of the environment as plastic and the methods used in its production. It looks at such alternatives as biopolymer plastics and compares the functionality between the bio-derived and the synthetic plastic product.
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"It was estimated that in the year 2000 alone, more than 148 million tons of plastics were used worldwide in consumer and industry applications. Further, internationally, plastic use is projected to continue to rise (depending on location) at a rate of 4.8-5.2% annually. Of course, the main reason plastics are used so widely is their amazing ability to function in infinite capacities-car parts, industrial applications, medical instrumentation and equipment, consumer containers, food distribution and preservation, and high-tech components to name just a few. Yet, in its most popular forms, plastic is also highly polluting both in its production, as well as in its inability to degrade back into the natural environment."
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Job Redesign, 2007.
The paper discusses the impact of job design and redesign for an accounting position.
1,713 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 55.95
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The paper presents a case of an accounting department where the intrinsic motivation is low and job characteristics do not allow for self management or a sense of choice. The paper suggests that in order to improve the efficiency of the department, a redesign of the department's work should be ensured. The paper discusses the general aims of work redesign, the aim in this specific situation and the main theories of work redesign.
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"The case of accounting jobs is characterized by a strong tendency to routine operations. Such jobs do not provide much variety, and much sense of independence. Moreover, feedback is missing very often. Accounting does not provide the job holder with the opportunity for independent thought or action or with a great variety at work. The tasks mentioned above are usually divided among the clerks in an accounting department; therefore they do not have the chance of doing the job from the beginning to the end."
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Graph Theory and Road Redesign, 2004.
This paper explores the ways in which graph theory can be joined to computer simulation programs to make the planning stages of road redesign more efficient and more accurate.
5,240 words (approx. 21.0 pages), 31 sources, APA, $ 130.95
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This paper explains that graphs allow for a simplification of the real world, doing away with extraneous details without sacrificing any information necessary for the task. The author points out that graph theory is the best tool to use to solve the problem of road conversion because it is the most parsimonious. The assumptions made by graph theory more closely than any other model or theory match the real-world conditions. The paper states that, in converting roads, the effect in the real world will be a disruption of what had been the shortest paths between different points, and urban planners will include some consideration of shortest path issues. Tables and figures.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Graph Theory as the Basis for Conversion of Two-Way Roads
Undirected Graphs to Digraphs
Reachability Problem
Shortest Path Problem
Importance of Simulation
Comment on Validity of Data
Conclusion
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"The specific shortest path method that is most useful in this particular type of problem is Pallottino?s graph growth algorithm with two queues. It must be emphasized that the determination of the shortest path algorithms is perhaps the most important component of any network analysis. It is also quite often the first step in any network analysis as the determination of the shortest path is often needed as a key datum in making later choices."
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Job Redesign and Workplace Rewards, 2006.
A discussion regarding the team leader assembler, focusing on remuneration and incentive rewards.
1,940 words (approx. 7.8 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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This paper focuses on the job of team leader assembler for a can manufacturing firm. The paper discusses the major components, tasks and responsibilities required for this position. The paper further discusses how the team leader of the assembly unit is also responsible for coordinating communication and working relations with all team members, as well as the safety of his or her team. The paper then reviews various remuneration and motivation incentive rewards available to the team leader assembler.
Outline:
Selected Job - Team Leader Assembly Department
Part 1 - Major Job Responsibilities
Goals Within The Company
Part 2 - Job Redesign
Job Redesign Recommendations
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"First, it is vital in a team-oriented situation that the performance review process reflects not only the achievements and accomplishments of the person assessed, but also the rest of the team. This will encourage the team leader to actively engage team members and participate more fully in communication efforts, knowledge sharing and strategic planning at the team level. It also encourages the team leader to be more accountable for the actions of the team as a whole. If the team for example, performs poorly during the year despite good attendance and performance on the team leaders part, it is still important that the team's performance is reflected in the performance appraisal process so recommendations for improvement may be made.
Second, team leaders should be provided the opportunity to learn more about the inner operations and workings of the company as a whole. The best way to facilitate this process is through cross training, allowing the team leader a birds eye view of what other supervisors and front line employees do in the organization, how their work affects the assembly line, and remind the team leader of the importance of interpersonal communication and knowledge sharing among all levels of the organization."
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Educational Redesign, 2003.
Applies systems thinking to education.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 10 sources, $ 87.95
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Discusses the use of the model as a tool for restructuring and redesigning the practices and policies of the school itself to make it more effective for the Information Age and the use of systems thinking as a problem-solving framework.
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"Reigeluth (1994) has pointed out that the design and operation of today's educational system was based on the needs of an industrial age in which the top priority was to prepare people for working in factories; ..."
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Redesigning Information Systems Consultancies, 2002.
This paper provides suggestions on how information technology consultancy firms can improve the services they provide the computer- user community.
7,861 words (approx. 31.4 pages), 21 sources, MLA, $ 170.95
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The paper looks in detail at ways information consultancy companies can provide better solutions for their clients. It highlights the requirements for a successful business as well as showing the pitfalls many firms encounter. The paper analyzes the importance of evaluating the user's requirements, planning the project properly as well as hiring capable and experienced personnel to manage the projects.
Introduction
The Problem
Historical Perspective
Why Projects Fail
Securing User Requirements
Containment of Cost
Getting Quality Work
Communication
Planning
Resistance to Change
The "Should Be" Condition
The Sales Perspective
Contractually Speaking
Managing the Project
Conclusion
References
Attachment I: Sample Brochure
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"The information systems consulting industry has fallen on hard times. People inside of this industry say that it is because of the economy and the meltdown of the dot-com companies. The reality is that these same people brought much of this problem on themselves through their own self-defeating behavior, and refusal to practice some business basics.
Instead of simply building web-sites and solving the immediate problems identified by their clients, they instead built ?end-to-end solutions? that were intended to save the client from getting crushed in the new global economy (King, 2001, p. 64). They created an atmosphere of fear and in many cases oversold their capabilities. When it came time to deliver, their output very often fell short of client expectations."
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Action Learning Approach to SDLC Process Redesign, 2008.
A look at how the action learning approach method can be implemented to solve problems in an organization.
1,837 words (approx. 7.3 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 58.95
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This paper discusses the use of action learning methodology to resolve the problem of recurring programming bugs, despite coding having passed verification by the quality assurance team, within DCC, a pension fund data cleansing company. The paper relates that the action learning set is composed of stakeholders directly affected by the problem and will be assisted by a facilitator in the establishment of project management principles.
Outline:
Introduction to problem
Team Building
Objectives
Assumptions
Foreseeable problems
Method
Data collection
Roles
Conclusions
References
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"Action learning requires team work from a team able to work together as equals. As a result I have put together a team that consists of the system analyst, the manager of the QA team and me, the developer. These members have all agreed to take on this role as we are all highly committed to identifying the root causes of the problem as political and executive pressure has been brought to bear on all three of us. In addition, we have the full support of executive management. The project sponsor and facilitator of the set will be the Manager of Information Operations to whom the three of us report. While Revans believes that learners are their own best facilitators (Revans cited in Dilworth, 1998), at least in the initial stages we will have an outside facilitator as we are all new to action learning. He has committed himself not to interfere in our progress to a solution, but rather to facilitate the learning process and enable time for reflection on learning.
"The facilitator's role will include securing an agreed project charter and setting rules and conventions that will govern our set (Whetherly, 1996)
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Genetic Modification, 2005.
A look at the advances in creating biodegradable plastics.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 23.95
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This paper discusses the increase in biodegradable plastics made from genetic modification of crops like soya and corn.
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"The words biodegradable and plastic were viewed as an oxymoron in the past. No longer are these two words incompatible. For scientists working on genetically modified (GM) foods were not daunted by public reluctance to consume (GM) foods and have turned their attention to non-food (GM) products. Biodegradable plastics for containers packaging grocery bags and other products exist from companies like BASF, Metabolix and others. Monsanto and Britain's ICI experimented with biodegradable plastics made from genetically modified materials but dropped their respective projects in the..."
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Registered Nurse First Assistants ( R.N.F.A ), 2002.
Discusses job redesign for an RNFA.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, $ 47.95
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Discusses job redesign for an RNFA. Job redesigning strategies and approaches for a hospital setting. Components of the RNFA role. Focuses on two major position components after job redesign. Recommends an implementation strategy of educational courses. Discusses four categories of design and redesign of work. Qualifications needed, and functions of an RNFA.
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"Job Redesign for an RNFA
Registered nurse first assistants (RFNAs) are educated to collaborate with surgeons and health care team members in performing surgical procedures with optimal outcomes for patients. RNFAs must acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and judgment needed for clinical practice and must function in collaboration with and at the direction of the surgeon during the intraoperative phase of the perioperative experience (Homan & Dunscombe, 2000). In the changing health climate of today, patients need the continuity of care that an RNFA can provide. This brief report will discuss job redesigning strategies for the RNFA in the hospital setting. It will first identify job redesign approaches that could be used for the position and then identify the present components of the RNFA role. Finally, the report will describe ..."
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Office Design.
This paper reviews literature on office design and then applies it to a specific project to redesign an office at Vartest Laboratory Office.
4,755 words (approx. 19.0 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 122.95
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This paper explains that office design, which evolved post WWII and was influenced by the Burolandschaft movement in Germany, has changed drastically with the advent of personal computer systems, creating the need for more desk space lighting to reduce the glare on computer screens. The author points out that office design theory recommends color schemes combining blues and creams, which gives the office a calming, airy affect and creates an environment that is appealing to customers and is comfortable and calming to employees. The paper reports the results of an employee survey revealed that the employees were dissatisfied with their work environment and wanted the office to be renovated because the appearance of the office was unprofessional, the office furniture was uncomfortable, the color scheme not satisfying and the kitchen area was unacceptable. Tables, graphs. Questionnaire included.
Table of Contents
Review of Project Purpose
Major Findings
Recommendation for Implementation
Introduction
Problem Identification
Literature Review
Historical Changes in Office Design
The Importance of Ergonomics in Office Design
The impact of lighting
Impression Management
The Impact of Office Design on Productivity
Color Schemes and Gender
Gender and the Meaning of Color in Interior Environments
Livability Factor
Organization Factors
Symptomatic Factors
Data Collection/Analysis
Survey on Vartest Office Appearance
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"As a result of the information provided by the literature review, we can make several recommendations concerning the renovation of the Vartest Laboratory Office. First, management must recognize that the way that the office looks leaves an impression on customers and employees. If the office looks unprofessional, it will not attract the ideal customers. In addition, an office that is poorly designed will cause employees to question whether they are valued by the company. In addition, the company must make a concerted effort to understand that the workplace is a social environment and people's behavior will coincide with the design of that environment."
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Landfills, 2005.
This paper discusses the environmental impact of landfills.
2,750 words (approx. 11.0 pages), 32 sources, MLA, $ 82.95
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This paper explains that, at one time, there were no problems with landfills because trash, such as wood, paper, oxidizable metals and organic garbage, was biodegradable; now, Styrofoam and other plastic based wrappings and containers, in which almost everything is over-wrapped, survive decomposition for decades and decades even when crushed. The author points out the problems of trash handle in the 21st century are: (1) Landfills are filling up at an astronomical rate, (2) they are not decomposing at the rate they used to before non-biodegradable items were being added, (3) because of this inconsistent rate of biodegradability, many landfills are developing large pockets of methane gas and leachate or "garbage juice", which is a potential threat to the ground water and (4) companies are dumping highly toxic materials in the landfill. The paper stresses that the only ways we are going to make landfills nearly obsolete are by recycling, which must be supported by very strong recycling laws, and by seeking improved technologies for waste disposal and long-term chemical contamination.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Hazardous Waste and Landfills
Problems with Non Hazardous Landfills
Conclusion
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"According to the group "Make Less Waste", waste prevention is any practice that reduces the amount or toxicity of waste, including making goods last longer, reusing products and reducing packaging. It's a good way to save money, reduce pollution and conserve energy. They point out some ways we can reduce the amount of waste we generate. Some suggestions include avoiding "over-packaged" products. We should look for the most purposeful, least wasteful packaging. We should re-use or refuse shopping bags and bring your own bags. One of the best ways of making less waste is to avoid disposable versions of razors, pens, lighters, batteries, plates, cups, napkins and diapers. We cam choose products made from recycled material and buy products in glass, steel, or aluminum because all of these products have some recycled content and can be recycled. If we buy concentrates, "economy" sizes, and products selected from bulk bin, we save on packaging waste. To reduce fast food packaging, ask that your fast food be wrapped only in paper and refuse bags and Styrofoam boxes. Instead of throwing them away, donate used items such as clothes, furniture and books to charitable organizations."
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De Graaf, Wann and Naylor?s ?Affluenza?, 2005.
This paper discusses De Graaf, Wann and Naylor's "Affluenza", a social diseases of today's affluent American society characterized by over-consumption, social disintegration, and environmental degradation.
1,495 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper explains that "affluenza" is a social problem, which emerged from the success of capitalism and modernism in America. The author points out that the book states that, in America, a strong and good family relationship is determined through the family's capability to spend money, which the family members think is beneficial to their relationship. The paper states "affluenza" creates a blatant disregard for the physical environment because the lifestyle of the affluent American produces more waste than ever in the history of human society by the proliferation of plastic-made, particularly disposable, other non-biodegradable materials and hazardous waste materials.
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"Over-consumption was the American psyche that reflected how people considered excessive consumption as the immediate 'solution' in dealing with the stress that come with everyday life. Ironically, what the authors imparted in the book was that Americans worked very hard in order to financially support the lifestyle that they cannot maintain, much less enjoy (40). This realization showed that Americans were not living life as they aspired it to be: the comfort available to them only caused stress and bankruptcy. Bankruptcy resulted from over-spending and not being able to pay for these excessive purchases, while stress was caused by the need to alleviate one's sudden feelings of emotional instability and the pressure to keep up with other people's apparent ascent towards 'affluence'."
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The Development of the "Green" Movement, 2001.
This paper discusses the rise of environmental awareness groups and their role today.
1,000 words (approx. 4.0 pages), 6 sources, $ 35.95
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An argumentative paper which discusses how the future of the environment cannot be left in the hands of the corporations, but how individuals need to take a stronger stand. It begins with describing the development of the "green" movement and proceeds in examining its role today. It looks at what the individual can do to advance this ideal.
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"Through the years the society has become developed and keeps on developing concerns have arisen against the effect of industry and technology on the environment. With the depletion of the ozone layer due to chemical gases, the pollution of the land, seas, and the air with products that are made of material that is not biodegradable and the growth of the human population that causes urban sprawl, all have contributed to the degrading of the environment. In the midst of this havoc arose the concept of environment conservatism, which spread the notion of a ?green? environment that created products that were environment friendly."
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