Essays on Invention

While motivation is essential to all ages, it is of paramount importance and has become a big issue in secondary education. Motivation plays a crucial part with success in student education and later in adulthood. Parents have the utmost impact on adolescents when it comes to expectations and goals. The lack of parental involvement has become a major issue for many public schools. In order to change how students value their education, parents have to be involved at home, school and set expectations for their children. While there is extensive research on strategies for teachers to use to help Continue reading...

Simon Sinek developed the Golden Circle Model after researching the activities and philosophies of some of the most successful companies and influential leaders. Sinek discovered a common thread in the way these companies conceptualized, acted and communicated their ideals and products. He realized that there was a stark difference between influential companies and the not-so-successful ones. According to Sinek, most companies believe that clients buy products and service only because of superior quality, fair prices and exquisite designs. This is erroneous thinking, according to Sinek, because influential companies are driven by a different philosophy – the ‘why’ question.
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IntroductionFood consumption is one of the major requirements for humans; people eat to live with at least majority of people been blessed with a meal each day, whereas others may afford three or more. People are independent of culture and customs, eating remains a key facet in different celebrations all over the world among and within friends and families. Moreover, people wish to have a nutritious and healthy meal but the problem is “The safety of the food people consume.”The improvement of livestock and plants for the production of food and the use of diverse conservation skills have Continue reading...

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)

The discovery of computers and usage of such in the business have paved way to a more efficient and excellent way of tracking down data. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) particularly has improved the way prices of good are identified and their corresponding prices are computed. Further, it has also set a standard on how inventory tracking is done to come up with an accurate daily sales data. Gone were the days when merchants have to write down the prices of every goods they have on their sales book. Gone were the days when computations of prices and sales do Continue reading...

Social change is defined as any socially significant alteration, transformation, or modification in the organization of social activities that are behavioral patterns, cultural patterns and, norms. A significant alteration means any changes that would lead to profound social consequences (Gladwell, 32) Significant social changes include the abolition of slavery, the feminist movement and, the industrial revolution.
Social change bears four main characteristics including; it happens everywhere the rate of change, however, varies in different places. For instance, the United States experiences faster change than third world countries due to their limited access to technology. Social change is often unplanned Continue reading...

IPAD Marketing Analysis

Introduction
The competitive nature of the business environment in view of a globalized economy and a tremendous surge in technological developments on a daily basis has made the playground cut throat to not only sustain but also grow the business.
The success of an organization lies in its undertaking to a thorough investigation of potential opportunities in meeting the needs of the customer wants in accordance with the current trends which make them own the product in view of the image created.
Apple’s iPad has been one product which shows what the company is all about in terms Continue reading...

Impact of technology and globalization on Samsung

Samsung is a global company and due to the globalization, much exchange of technology within the company’s network has been experienced. Due to this, one of the branches of the corporation, Samsung Electronics emerged winners in 32 design and innovation engineering awards back in 2008. After this, the company has steadily grown through the years. The company has increased its plants and sales network to 61 countries with over 160,000 employees. The level of technology that is being experience in today’s age and era is of great impact to the company as it gives it the Continue reading...

The term “Patents” came into existence as a legal mechanism created for the protection of the ‘intellectual capital’. It aims to protect inventor’s ideas from getting into the hands of others without appropriate permission or compensation (Bell 2013). This idea of patenting came up as a result of the early recognition that many inventors do not have the means to produce, develop, or even implement their invention at the time it was conceived. There is, therefore, a need for some protection that would encourage the inventors to aggressively pursue their ideas without someone else stealing it and thereby Continue reading...

1-Strategic rationale: what are the primary reasons for the acquisition?

In September 2013, Microsoft acquired Nokia at a cost of $7 billion in a bid to strengthen its (Microsoft) position as one of the leading players in the mobile universe. The strategic rationale was in response to the fierce competition in the industry. Microsoft desires to enhance its market competitiveness. Before the partnership with Nokia, Microsoft was virtually irrelevant in the mobile market but its acquisition of Nokia has enabled the company makes inroads in the lucrative smartphone industry. Nokia smartphones run on Microsoft’s Windows Phone 8 operating system. Sale of Nokia smartphones has gradually increased, and Microsoft Continue reading...

Introduction

The Second Industrial Revolution took place from the beginning of 19th century to the 20th century. It is the continuation of the first industrial revolution, which had steam-powered machines like the mark. In the first industrial revolution, the machines replaced human labor. On the other hand, the Second Industrial Revolution signifies replacement of the steam engines developed during the first revolution with electricity driven machines. Electricity has been developed in line with other sources of energy such as gas. The new forms of energy are useful in transportation and communication sectors since machines become extremely fast and efficient at Continue reading...

Question 1

2000
The introduction of Google New York occurred in Starbucks located on the 86th Street and it had a sales team of one person. Up to date, more than 2,000 Googlers are employees in the New York Office. The engine has expanded to offer search in Chinese, Korean, and Japanese and it now contains more than 15 languages.

2001

The creation of Digital Camera occurred. The digital camera was introduced for the purpose of quality images. The invention was very successful since because of the installation in more than 1.6 billion, in camera phones.

2002

The Institute of Electrical and Continue reading...

INTRODUCTION

Information management is an important concept in any organization. The management of IT management is an important aspect because there is a need to ensure that the business aligns with technology optimally. There are frameworks that have been developed to ensure that IT service management is achieved and undertaken well. One of the frameworks is ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library). One of the objectives of this report is to convince the Terra Firma management to adopt ITIL framework to manage their IT services. The report will then recommend the business process reengineering for the organization. This will mean that Continue reading...

Introduction

Communication has been a significant part of human existence right from the stone ages. There exist diverse means of communication that has culminated in shaping our contemporary world. Tracing the historical use of tools of communication it is seen that the same pattern of transmission and reception has always been a constant factor; though advancement in technology has speedup the time of transmitting and the mode of transmission. For instance the use of telegraph in past era is transmitted via electronic means and the receptor receives sent information and could send reply which could take several days. According to Continue reading...

What is the BIG idea?

Michael Collins founded Big Idea Group with the purpose of turning ideas into reality. This is because the company would provide resources, experience, and access significant in the development of the idea. He established the firm to enhance an intermediary between inventors and buyers of ideas. These interactions enabled him to network with them and earned money from the activity. Collins believed that the process of taking ideas as a resource and transforming them into worthwhile products was beneficial in the child’s industry and other sectors. He had several questions concerning the success of his company. He wondered Continue reading...

The multiplane camera is an animation that was created by Walt Disney in the 1930s and the 1940s. Essentially, studios used this animation to create pictures. Because of his animation art, the U.S. patent granted Walt Disney a patent.
In traditional animation, drawing took a front stage and was considered as an important aspect. The multiplane cameras employed the traditional process of animation. Essentially, artwork pieces are moved past the camera. This movement is done on different speeds. They are also moved at some distances from each other (Andrews et al, 34). The effect of this is the creation Continue reading...

INNOVATION AND TECNOLOY MANAEMENT

Innovation and Technology Management
Answer 1
Music affects our daily life in a substantial manner and it has been affecting it since time immemorial. The music has been emerged as an industry that involves billions of dollars. There are several beneficiaries to the music industry and it has been witnessing several changes in terms of technology, innovation and benefits. This paper intends to discuss the innovation in the music industry and further discusses several other related aspects of the subject matter (Schilling, 2008).
People love music, but collecting, storing and sharing the music was not always an easy task Continue reading...

ABSTRACT

In today’s modern world, new forms of technology are invented to make our lives easier, faster and more convenient. In the early days, data transferring has to be done through wires via fax machines. The invention of the mobile phones also gave way to a much faster data transferring which involves text messaging, multi-media messaging and infrared technology that involves two devices placed closely together in order to create a successful file transfer. However due to the invention of the Bluetooth technology, data transferring has never been this easy unlike before.
Bluetooth technology unified all the devices such Continue reading...

The type of domain model that will fit the company and the branches is that of master domain model. With this model, there will be one master that will control the various subnets on the corporate network. In this model, there are different subnets which have their own servers and host computers. There will be a domain for Seattle, Los Angeles, Reno, Portland, and San Diego. All these models will have servers which will manage the applications and access controls. In this model, the access to the domain will be controlled in the headquarters using one control. It is Continue reading...

1. Introduction:
Mass communication and technological advancements go hand in hand. In easy word, both of them act as each other’s complements. With progressing times and advancement in every phase of life, every process of communication has evolved and that includes mass level interaction too. There are a number of different mediums of mass communication. Over the history, humans have invented and witnessed the most amazing technological inventions in the field of mass communication. Some of these mediums turned to become less functional and not capable of keeping up with the global progress. However, a few mediums out Continue reading...

(1) Identify eight to ten of these useful inventions or contributions.
The paper was identified to have been invented in 105 A.D.and revealed to have been credited to a certain Ts'ai-Lun, as the inventor. Although, historical documents alleged that the paper was discovered earlier, the attribute to Ts'ai-Lun was rationalized from his ability to show his invention to the Chinese emperor at the disclosed time frame .
The compass is another useful invention since it was attested to be crucial in navigating purposes in 1100 A.D. . It is useful, especially during the ancient times when no other instrument was available Continue reading...

The business environment is a constantly changing environment where new business ventures erupt with new ideologies. These new businesses might either flop or remain relevant to the industry with their new ideologies and economies of scope. When these firms remain relevant to the latter, their implications to the new firms, therefore, are either to embrace the changes or fight them through the old existing strategies. Technological advancements are the most dynamic economic ventures. New businesses and business ideas are constantly developed in the industry to ensure that new inventions are made to satisfy the constant needs of the customers. Continue reading...

Introduction

The origin of internet dates back to a time when people had difficulties in information sharing. The difficulties provided a foundation for a researcher at the European Laboratory for Particle Physics, to develop the concept of an internet-based system. This system, as proposed, could read documents in the Hyper Text Mark-up Language found in Universal Resource Locators of websites. In the end, the researcher developed a browser editor in the form of WWW. The hyper-text system incorporated a simple interface that was so easy to use. Consequently, the world was now on its way to the on-line edition since Continue reading...

The invention of Web 2.0 and its relation with social media has been very influential in people’s personal lives and the business world. A number of technology geeks have given various explanations about what is web 2.0. The exact definition is still a topic of debate. However, I believe that web 2.0 is a web-based application, which can be accessed from anywhere, and the users can be contributors to content on internet, rather than just being viewers.
Is web 2.0 a boon or bane to the society? In discussions about web 2.0, one controversial issue has been about Continue reading...

The accuracy of the information that health organizations use is a critical asset to the healthcare decision making. The decision made should be based on identification and assessment of appropriate data sources done within the boundary of the data of interest and its availability. The healthcare information is extremely critical as it primary; contains demographic information from admission, medication uses, discharge and treatment of all patients. The health data also contains coronary anatomy and intervention from the laboratory module (Lichtenstein 2004). In addition, health data is obtained directly from the patients, therefore, gives a true reflection the state of Continue reading...

Every so often comes an idea that will change the way in which people to do normal tasks. While one may feel their idea is not ground breaking, it can become one of the best inventions. People go through their daily chores and wish that had an easier, or better product that will help them get things done the way they feel. James Dyson felt the same way, as he wanted to make things work better. James Dyson is the make of Dyson Vacuum Cleaners. James Dyson and his research team helped to develop products that have grossed him Continue reading...

One evening when it was raining heavily, people gathered to hide from rain near a church in London. There were few gentlemen who were talking with each other. Among these people were the poor girl named Liza. Liza was a girl selling flowers and she was a good looking girl with dirty clothes and very odd accent. In the due time there came a man named Colonel Pickering, Liza went to him and asked him if he buys some flowers. Pickering refused buying, but he gave him some money. Along with Pickering was his friend Henry Higgins. He was Continue reading...

Introduction

There are a number of social revolutions that have ever been instigated by technological changes in life. This began back in the early days when technology was applied to change certain human life style .these led to four major social revolutions as discussed below.

Animal Domestication and Plant Cultivation Societies

The first social revolution was the abolition of hunting and gathering because of domestication of animals and plant cultivation. The domestication of animals and crop cultivation made supply of food is predictable which led to great growth in population. Population growth was supportive for division of labor as the excess labor supply was used in Continue reading...

Recommendations for AbbVie’s Overdependence on Humira

Patent Cliff and AbbVie
Patent Cliff, referred as drop in sales after the patent expires, is a global revenue threat to major pharmaceutical companies. Around 45% revenue dependence on a single medicine, Humira, by AbbVie is quite high in comparison with the industry, and the company can face major drop in revenue after the year 2016. As this product is currently a hit in the market, there are already many companies who have developed a biosimiliar of this medicine. These biosimiliars will be launched in the market after the patent expiry in 2016. Apart from major drop in revenue, Continue reading...

Executive Summary

BlackBerry Limited is witnessing a decline in terms of market share and revenue. The company struggles to retain its loyal customer base as the consumers are switching to other brands. This marketing plan emphasizes on different marketing aspects that need to be consider by the company in order to regain its old position. The paper describes major strengths of the company that can help the organization in developing competitive advantages and tapping opportunities available in the market. The company is required to formulate an effective marketing plan in order to overcome its weaknesses such as diversified product portfolio, inventions Continue reading...

Report: To the University Management Council

The sustainable development initiative is an approach on various factors that concerns the well-being of the community in a sustainability perspective. The factors in question include, research, economic development, environmental conservation and education. (Freedman & Jaggi, 2010). The environmental conservation aspect is usually done and encouraged by various players in the society including government and nongovernmental organizations. The major aim of conservation is to avert serious implications that are brought about by imbalances in the ecosystem (Kahraman & Baig, 2010). In connection to this and as a wakeup call, I hereby write to your esteemed office to find it worthy your Continue reading...

Abstract

Studies in mechanics have evolved to be the most fundamental tool in the innovation of new materials and advanced technology. Specifically, studies in Continuum Mechanics, has been very influential in producing materials that exhibit various desirable characteristics at the expense of size and weight. Nanotubes are a perfect example of how this study has impacted the evolution in material technology. It has been used as the basis for the explanation of these complex materials as well as provisions for their behavioral effects during machining. The wide use of nanotubes in fragile fields like technical textile supplements, truly depict the Continue reading...

Instrument Implementation

The main objective of this project is to conduct creative knowledge management research which is related to RFID patients.
Background
The KM model represents the process that effectively defines the strategy for management to divest, build and enhance knowledge assets. The strength of this particular model lies on its strategic focus that essentially puts knowledge management into action (Jennex, 2007, p.114). In regard to the application of the KM model into the technology behind RFID, it becomes apparent that this form of technology has been around since the early1920’s. The first patent that was associated with the RFID Continue reading...

Introduction

Life without cars in the modern world seems to be nearly impossible. Without cars, there would have been inefficiency and time wastage in the movement of people and goods from one point to another. However, one man contributed to the revolution of the transport system; Henry Ford. Ford is renowned for changing the lifestyle of the Americans the production system in the 1900’s by inventing some of the first automobiles. Furthermore, he made the cost of owning cars much more affordable for the average American citizen. This was made possible by the invention of a mass production assembling Continue reading...

The company under the discussion of my legal research problem is Apple. In this study, this paper analyzes the Apple Company from its background information, legal analysis, ethical analysis, market analysis, alternative solutions and implementation of the proposed solutions.
In the background information, Apple Company is defined in terms of where it is location and operationalization structure (Marcia). The services that it engages in are also outlined in the background information. The legal issue under discussion is also introduced.
In legal analysis, the matter under crisis is brought out clearly. Facts are illustrated, and the contention between apple and Continue reading...

Merits of Television use

Since the invention of the Television as one of the media source to spread information, it has set itself apart from other media with it distinct capability to offer the viewer’s sight, sound and motion. All these forms of characteristic features contribute to the development of emotional responses from the viewer while watching TV. This contributes to its spontaneous popularity after the invention. Apart from the fact that it was expensive during the early periods of creation, the fact is that information were spread much more easily for viewers. This is simply because people were able to recall Continue reading...

Today, in the century of well-developed technologies, all people tend to use electronic devices, particularly computers. Computers play one of the main parts of our everyday life. We got used to do everything with the help of computers. They have changed our lives completely. They can be used for a range of purposes. We work, study, listen to music, browse the Internet, contact with our friends, play games, watch and even make films using computers. Moreover, nowadays, we even do shopping staying at home. We search for the things from the Internet and easily can order it without going Continue reading...

The recommended architecture to be used for the payroll program is that of client/server architecture. With this architecture, there is one application which is installed in the main server of the company. One application will be installed in the server which is located at the main data center in the headquarters. This is where the main applications will be installed. The users who are located in the different branches will access the application through the network. This will mean that there is no need to install the applications in different computers. There will only be one application being installed. Continue reading...

Question 1

John Adam’s opera Dr. Atomic is about the history of Robert Oppenheimer and others who participated in the famous 1940’s Manhattan project, to create the atomic bomb. Dr. Atomic is set in Los Amos in New Mexico hours before the test-firing of the first atomic bomb. Postmodernism is the movement in literature, visual arts, music and drama which rejected the Victorian standards of how art should be made, consumed and meant (Heartney 1). Dr. Atomic has different aspects of opera that have differed from the Victorian standards making it postmodern. A key characteristic of postmodernism is that Continue reading...

Version control systems

Introduction
There are different version control systems which have been developed to be used in managing software development projects. The choice of the version control will depend on the model and the workflow of the projects and the nature of organizational workflow that is supported. It is important to understand the requirements of the organization which will use the version control. This will determine the way the version control will suit and align with the goals of the developers. Before a choice is made, it is important to have clear view of the requirements of the organization. This paper Continue reading...

Introduction

IT management is an important function for any organization. The way the IT services are managed will affect the outcome of the IT strategy and the role of the strategy to the overall management of an organization. This paper will focus on the management of IT services at Alcan Company. It will assess the current and new IT services management.

Advantages of the current IT management system

One of the advantages of the current IT management system is that each business function will invest for their IT systems. Changes will be easy to implement in the current management. This is because the business units are small Continue reading...