Essays on Landscaping

When it comes to Human Resource Management, things tend to get a tad bit trickier considering how the HR department’s entire job is to maintain the upkeep of the people to ensure the upkeep of the facility. That being said, there are a few factors the HR department needs to consider before they can perfectly say that have done the best HR planning for the sports complex. For starters they need to make sure there are enough people doing the work and the maintenance of the facility is going as planned. Secondly, they need to make sure that ...

Introduction

This project is an article review project that covers important elements and aspects of the chapter “Building Customer Satisfaction, Value, and Retention”. This is a chapter in the section “Understanding Marketing Management” in the authoritative book Kotler on Marketing. The focus of this research will be on customer satisfaction, customer value and customer retention in the context of marketing management. This project will include the review of four scholarly journals and articles on marketing and an application of its key concepts to the chapter. Thus, for each article, there will be a 500-600 word critique of the article and ...

Landscaping can make our home or university attractive and increase its value. It is also a way of investment. However, there are repercussions if landscaping is not properly done like its effects on the environment and the natural habitat. Costs for landscaping will depend on the taste and financial capability of the university. Landscaping projects can be as simple as a home garden or as complex as a city park, with trees and plants lining up that can be as costly as those in a luxury hotel. There can be landscapes that need a lot of water or a ...

Abstract

The creation of effective marketing strategy is the key component of successful introduction of new product or service. This research is aimed at formulation of the comprehensive marketing plan for ready-to-enter the market landscaping company Green Art Studio. The company offers innovative EPCM-system of landscape design that results in establishing long-term relations with the clients. Green Art Studio fulfills dreams both of highly and lowly placed clients providing sustainability and innovations. Marketing plan includes overall strategy identification, analysis of industry competition, market positioning, communication tools and 4-Ps definition. Specific attention is given to the issue of target audience as ...

Introduction:

Kansas State University is one of the strongest universities in the Mid-West. It has a beautiful campus filled with many green trees and breathtaking views. However, when it turns dark the campus’s unique features are changed into dangerously dark corners, and hard to navigate dim sidewalks. The reality is that the lighting infrastructure used on the campus has not been adequately updated to reflect the campus’s growth, the increase in on-campus activity after dark, or the changes in society that demand light in order to ensure safety. I, therefore, propose that the campus needs to double the ...

Nature in city; seed bank; ecosystem and social-urban development.

The terms “ecology” and environment” have different conceptual meanings which often overlap with the concept of “nature” in the context of academic and scientific research and analysis. For instance, ‘Natures and Ecologies’ studies explore the environmental dimensions of ecosystems which includes both physical parameters and biotic attributes of a particular region. The “environment "includes the physical world, the social world of human relations and the built world of human creation. [Ankers 2005] Within the various uses of the word today, "nature" often refers to geology and wildlife. Nature can refer to the general realm of living plants and animals, ...

SECTION ONE: PROJECT INTRODUCTION

Executive summary The project plan is aimed at enhancing successful construction of the residential home for the newlywed couple. The key aspects considered in the plan include the relevant quality inspectors, risk assessors and teams capable of collaborating in putting up an attractive and secure home. The plan incorporates the materials that will be needed for the whole process, both financial and physical resources as well as the human capital to ensure the construction process is a success. Constraints that could be involved in the process are also identified as well as the time schedule to enable contractors plan ...

The essays aims to show if and how national identity finds its reflection in architecture. Turkey is the country handpicked for this particular scientific purpose inasmuch as it a solid example of a multicultural state acknowledged at political and legal levels. More importantly, it has a rich history of multiculturalism. Istanbul and Ankara are the primary examples of architectural tendencies. The essay carefully traces the evolution of western influence and the rationales behind the cultural dialogue in the days of the empire, which allows understanding the nature of possible national identity erosion in the modern Turkish architecture. The brief ...

Part A

Marathon County resides in the State of Wisconsin and it is the community of focus in this paper. Having worked briefly in this region with a community health promotion program for up to three months I developed a special interest on health matters within the region. The survey was conducted on the afternoon and early evening of Friday 26th February. The survey was accomplished via a road trip that lasted for up to 7 hours.

Part B

Housing and commercial buildings The majority of the buildings in this region in both the residential and commercial areas are made of bricks. Apparently, ...

Working in the field of landscaping enables one to spend time in nature through designing and planting gardens that meet the needs and desires of customers. My short term career path is owning a landscaping company. As a landscape architect, I can take the opportunity of working for an already developed landscaping firm where I would earn enough revenue to be able to venture on my own business. In addition, I plan on researching on literature that is in line with my profession, which will assist me in leveraging my project management. Additionally, I plan on placing my service ...

Following The American Psychological Association’s Guidelines

Abstract Most buildings once completed take at least one year to settle and require repairs and maintenance. However, many older multiple dwelling buildings have suffered unforeseen issues. The most common problem is water ingress through the building envelope. The reason why residential buildings are critical and require closer and immediate attention is because these buildings belong to people who have invested their life savings into them for comfort and spend most of their time in those places. Commercial and industrial buildings do not require as much attention and their environmental separation requirements vary because they are only occupied ...

Proposal for the restructuring and renovation of the Wayward Hotel

The strategic location of the hotel enhances the ability to attract more customers. Initially, the Wayward Hotel was famous among many people but over the past recent years the hotel has lost its original reputation. Thus, there is valid reason to restructure the employees, renovate the entire hotel and vanish it with proper facilities.

As the new management of the Wayward Hotel, it is important to commence with the streamlining the organizational structure starting with the employees. The following is well-restructured proposal for the organizational chart of the employees; Figure showing the organizational chart of Wayward Hotel.

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Introduction

Workforce analysis is the procedure that different types of business organizations are able to review their staffing trends and their data which enables them to determine their future needs to hire new staff and also their current hiring procedures. This procedure enables the organization to determine exactly what kind of experience, skills and knowledge that they require from their staff. The right kind of workforce will be able to go an extra mile to ensure that the organization meets its goals and objectives. Workforce analysis requires the backing of a strong administrative and management leadership. This management should have the vision ...

English Composition I: Evaluation Essay

English Composition I: Evaluation Essay In the era when the world is facing the issue of deforestation and global warming, gardening as a hobby is surely quite rejuvenating as it goes on to bring life on earth. Gardening is definitely one of the most popular hobbies that are pursued by people all over the globe. Apart from providing the hobbyist with utmost happiness and satisfaction, the hobby of gardening has many important benefits. A close introspection about the matter in context would make it clear to one and all how gardening is useful and interesting as a hobby for any ...

Introduction

The building to be assessed in this paper is the Menards hardware store located at 3210 North Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The store belongs to the Menards hardware chain stores. It stocks essential hardware supplies such as nails, gardening tools, light fixtures, furniture as well as groceries. The primary users of this building are shoppers and employees.

Risk Analysis

The likely perpetrators of violence at this site are domestic and international terrorists and individuals. The terrorists are likely to use explosives while individuals are likely to use guns such as shot guns or automatic rifles. The target victims are likely ...

1151 W MacArthur Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54701

Report on Module 2: Building Security

I. Introduction The site that I assessed is Super 8 Motel located in 1151 W MacArthur Avenue, Eau Claire, WI 54701. The place is along a highway and in nearby strategic locations, such as the University of Wisconsin. The privately-owned building is for individuals, families, etc. (especially, travelers) who pay for lodging and related services (e.g., free breakfast). The primary users of the site are the public (for example, tourists, travelers, and other individuals). II. Risk Analysis The most likely perpetrators of violence at this site could be any ...

I. Development Description Sustainable development refers to an infrastructural design that utilizes natural building materials, which are energy efficient, and which have minimal environmental impact. The idea of sustainable architecture is essential because of looming disasters and their mitigation as well as the ecological crisis. The five fundamental principles of achieving an environmentally friendly architectural design include healthy interior environment, ecological building materials, energy efficiency, sound design, and building form. A building affects the local and global environment through various interrelated natural and human activities during its entire lifecycle.

The Green Fairfield Inn & Suite is a landmark development in the Baltimore city, Maryland. See the table below:

Source: http://www.slideshare.net/NaianChang/marriott-team-presentationforlinkedin The Green Fairfield Inn & Suites has ...

SUSTAINABLE WATER MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES

The challenge for sustainable water use and management remains as water has increasingly becoming scarce. Pollution and climate change continue to affect the access of people to clean and potable water. The crisis in water has spawned for decades now and the number of people that are affected by this problem has constantly increased. In fact, the 2012 Millennium Development Goals Report stated that about 11% of the global population do have access to improved water sources. This happens while industries continue to waste and pollute waters. Royte (2010) reported that cheap and abundant water would run out soon. ...

INTRODUCTION

Water recycling is a critical element for conservation of world’s water resource. Recycled water or reclaimed water is the wastewater, which is being treated to remove solids and certain impurities. This treated water is then used for extensive irrigation purposes, landscape irrigation, toilet flushing, industrial purposes and replenishing ground water. All water on Earth is recycled, but “recycled water” or “reclaimed water” means the wastewater, which is sent from homes and industries through pipelines to treatment plants. The process of treating wastewater or gray water is called Water Recycling. Sometimes recycled water is used to benefit ecosystem and improve ...

Introduction

Art and design discipline is struggling to bring together the role of design as a catalyst in a consumer driven economy and its position in planning and implementing lifestyle-sustaining businesses. Designers have a potential to produce products and offer services for social good. However, a gap exists between this potential and callous consumerism. , asserts that consumerist communities devote nearly all of their time, energy, and resources to ‘consuming’, which according to the business men and women is seen as something good. (Cross 2001, pp. 49-55) defined cconsumerism as a personal belief that one’s wellbeing and pleasure depends significantly on the level of ...

Introduction

New Urbanism is an urban planning concept which promotes walkable neighborhood design. During the early part of 20th century American urban areas started seeing a population boom as many people emigrated from other areas to stay in the cities. This necessitated the state and city council to design and develop urban areas in such a way to accommodate more population and use lands effectively. During that time automobile also came into usage. Cities planned during and after World War II were highly influenced by the revolution of automobile and were less concerned about land usage. Automobile helped design bigger cities. Before ...

Abstract

The number of worldwide issues concerning environmental safety and corporate social responsibility has been on an ever-increasing rate. This is why we can also see a significant growth in the demand for environment-friendly and self-sustaining buildings. The number of domestic and international organizations that monitor and facilitate the standardization by means of a tiered certification of such buildings has also been on an ever-increasing rate. The LEED certification program is one of the most prominent ones in the U.S. and the UC Davis Brewery, Winery, and Food buildings have received platinum grade certification under such program. The objective of this paper ...

Introduction

This term paper proves that environmental transformation through design not only adds to its aesthetic value, but also influences individual well-being and growth. The paper was inspired by our summer project, which involved the repainting and redesigning a local preschool center using a budget of USD 1000. The suitability of this location was because of its significant impact on a wide number of individuals, like parents, teachers, as well as preschool children. It is worth noting that, old, problematic and insufficiently designed environments tend to drain the energy that could have been used on productivity, growth and development. Contrarily, proper lighting, space, ...

It seemed Like a Good Idea at the Time

The case is focused on major issues faced by Templeton Hardware while operating newly acquired businesses. The given case is a best example of poor organizational management. Templeton hardware was willing to expand its business in new products and services hence they acquired The Great Outdoors and Lodeston Landscapes. Decisions for acquiring two companies were taken by the company in hurry and all the implementation and changes took place very quickly. The company changed the name of both the acquired companies from the great outdoors to Templeton Caravans and from Lodeston Landscapes to Templeton landscape solutions. Templeton planned to ...

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The report is aimed at helping the management to know and understand the need for having additional employees for an expanding landscaping company. The main problem however is whether the company should add more employees as it expands. The need for more employees was realized as there was a decrease in rate of customized service provision. An objective was formulated to help sustain the analysis. The objective formulated was to determine whether more employees were recommended for an expanding company. It was to help the management make decisions relating to employee recruitment. The study was limited only to the expanding ...