The document discusses the 12 attributes of a Safety Management System (SMS) as defined by the Helicopter Association International (HAI). It also discusses how SMS provides a systematic approach to accident prevention by focusing on the entire system of people and resources, rather than just individual frontline operators. Finally, it emphasizes that accidents are usually preventable if safety deficiencies are identified and addressed before an accident occurs through the use of integrated safety management systems.
El documento lista varias instituciones públicas nacionales de investigación y desarrollo en Venezuela que están adscritas al Ministerio del Poder Popular para Educación Universitaria, Ciencia y Tecnología. Para cada institución, se proporciona su nombre, misión u objetivo principal y el nombre de su presidente.
Este documento describe el software de aplicación, que permite a los usuarios realizar tareas humanas como la gestión de contabilidad o la escritura de textos en una computadora. Explica que el software de aplicación incluye programas de ofimática como editores de texto y hojas de cálculo, software de edición y diseño gráfico, software de gestión empresarial para facturación y nómina, y software de ingeniería y ciencia para modelar procesos.
El documento describe la historia y tipos de virus informáticos. Explica que el primer virus, llamado Creeper, atacó una máquina IBM en 1972 y desde entonces los virus han evolucionado para infectar diferentes tipos de archivos y propagarse a través de redes. Describe varios tipos comunes de virus como caballos de Troya, gusanos, virus de macros y virus de sobreescritura, así como sus métodos de propagación e impactos. También ofrece consejos sobre cómo prevenir infecciones virales a través de software antivirus y copias de segur
Este documento describe el software de aplicación, que es aquel que permite a los usuarios realizar tareas humanas como gestionar una contabilidad o escribir un texto. Explica que los grupos más representativos son el software de ofimática, de edición y diseño gráfico, de gestión empresarial, y de ingeniería y ciencia.
Este documento presenta las actividades de la primera fase de un curso de Pedagogía General 1 para un estudiante de la carrera de Profesorado en Enseñanza Media con Orientación en el Medio Ambiente en el Centro Universitario de Petén de la Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala. El estudiante debe transcribir definiciones y sinónimos de 25 conceptos clave, así como diseñar fichas de investigación sobre el significado de la pedagogía según diferentes autores.
El documento describe cómo las nuevas tecnologías como blogs, podcasts y videocasts están revolucionando la industria de la publicidad al democratizar los medios y dispersar la atención de los consumidores. Esto hace que los consumidores sean extremadamente difíciles de alcanzar para las campañas publicitarias tradicionales, ya que ahora pueden acceder fácilmente a micro-contenidos creados por individuos con intereses similares.
The document outlines E+Co's vision and plans to increase its impact and scale of operations significantly by 2020. The key points discussed are:
- E+Co aims to increase its customer base from 3 million to 100 million and entrepreneur reach from 3 million to 42,235 by 2020.
- To achieve this, E+Co plans to increase the number of entrepreneurs it works with, attract more funding from various sources including carbon markets, expand to new geographical markets and sectors like water, while maintaining a strong business model and learning culture.
- The implementation plan outlined timelines and approaches for increasing entrepreneurs, funding, expanding globally and entering the water sector between 2008-2020 to achieve the ambitious vision and targets.
El documento lista varias instituciones públicas nacionales de investigación y desarrollo en Venezuela que están adscritas al Ministerio del Poder Popular para Educación Universitaria, Ciencia y Tecnología. Para cada institución, se proporciona su nombre, misión u objetivo principal y el nombre de su presidente.
Este documento describe el software de aplicación, que permite a los usuarios realizar tareas humanas como la gestión de contabilidad o la escritura de textos en una computadora. Explica que el software de aplicación incluye programas de ofimática como editores de texto y hojas de cálculo, software de edición y diseño gráfico, software de gestión empresarial para facturación y nómina, y software de ingeniería y ciencia para modelar procesos.
El documento describe la historia y tipos de virus informáticos. Explica que el primer virus, llamado Creeper, atacó una máquina IBM en 1972 y desde entonces los virus han evolucionado para infectar diferentes tipos de archivos y propagarse a través de redes. Describe varios tipos comunes de virus como caballos de Troya, gusanos, virus de macros y virus de sobreescritura, así como sus métodos de propagación e impactos. También ofrece consejos sobre cómo prevenir infecciones virales a través de software antivirus y copias de segur
Este documento describe el software de aplicación, que es aquel que permite a los usuarios realizar tareas humanas como gestionar una contabilidad o escribir un texto. Explica que los grupos más representativos son el software de ofimática, de edición y diseño gráfico, de gestión empresarial, y de ingeniería y ciencia.
Este documento presenta las actividades de la primera fase de un curso de Pedagogía General 1 para un estudiante de la carrera de Profesorado en Enseñanza Media con Orientación en el Medio Ambiente en el Centro Universitario de Petén de la Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala. El estudiante debe transcribir definiciones y sinónimos de 25 conceptos clave, así como diseñar fichas de investigación sobre el significado de la pedagogía según diferentes autores.
El documento describe cómo las nuevas tecnologías como blogs, podcasts y videocasts están revolucionando la industria de la publicidad al democratizar los medios y dispersar la atención de los consumidores. Esto hace que los consumidores sean extremadamente difíciles de alcanzar para las campañas publicitarias tradicionales, ya que ahora pueden acceder fácilmente a micro-contenidos creados por individuos con intereses similares.
The document outlines E+Co's vision and plans to increase its impact and scale of operations significantly by 2020. The key points discussed are:
- E+Co aims to increase its customer base from 3 million to 100 million and entrepreneur reach from 3 million to 42,235 by 2020.
- To achieve this, E+Co plans to increase the number of entrepreneurs it works with, attract more funding from various sources including carbon markets, expand to new geographical markets and sectors like water, while maintaining a strong business model and learning culture.
- The implementation plan outlined timelines and approaches for increasing entrepreneurs, funding, expanding globally and entering the water sector between 2008-2020 to achieve the ambitious vision and targets.
BPM Global Trends 2010 - Futuro de ProcessosEloGroup
The document discusses how processes can be monitored via Twitter. It provides examples of how organizations like hospitals and airports currently monitor their processes and share updates on Twitter. It then presents a model for how any process could have its own Twitter account to post updates on the current stage and any events. By following these process update accounts, people could track the status and progress of different processes in real-time.
This document discusses solutions for integrating schedules on NASA programs. It introduces Stuart Trahan's company, which provides Earned Value Management (EVM) solutions using Microsoft Office Project that comply with OMB and ANSI requirements. It also introduces a partner company, Pinnacle Management Systems, that specializes in enterprise project management solutions including EVM, project portfolio management, and enterprise project resource management, with experience in the aerospace, defense, and other industries. The document defines schedule integration and describes some methods including importing to a centralized Primavera database for review or using Primavera ProjectLink for updates, and challenges including inconsistent data formats and levels of detail across sub-schedules.
This document provides an overview of the Lean Business Model, which was developed based on research of Toyota's operations. The Lean Business Model framework gives organizations a way to create their own Lean business system by focusing on five elements: strategy deployment, value stream management, tools and techniques, people-enabled processes, and extending these practices throughout the extended enterprise/supply chain. The goal is to make lean thinking a way of life and continuously improve processes to maximize customer value and minimize waste.
The document provides an overview of the Lean Business Model, which was developed based on research of Toyota's practices. The model gives organizations a framework for creating their own Lean Business System. It focuses on making Lean Thinking a way of life and identifies the key elements needed for a successful Lean transformation, including strategy deployment, value stream management, tools and techniques, people-enabled processes, and extending Lean thinking throughout the supply chain. The Lean Business Model serves as both a blueprint for creating a Lean system and a basis for assessing an organization's Lean maturity.
This document provides an overview of the Lean Business Model, which was developed based on research of Toyota's operations. The Lean Business Model framework gives organizations a way to create their own Lean Business System. It focuses on making Lean Thinking a way of life to reap benefits. The model includes elements like Strategy Deployment, Value Stream Management, Tools and Techniques, People Enabled Processes, and working within the Extended Enterprise to eliminate waste across organizational boundaries in the supply chain. Using this approach provides a Lean roadmap tailored to each individual organization.
The document provides an overview of the Lean Business Model, which was developed based on research of Toyota's practices. The model gives organizations a framework for creating their own Lean Business System. It focuses on making Lean Thinking a way of life and identifies the key elements needed for a successful Lean transformation, including strategy deployment, value stream management, tools and techniques, people-enabled processes, and extending Lean thinking throughout the supply chain. The Lean Business Model serves as both a blueprint for creating a Lean system and a basis for assessing an organization's Lean maturity.
marcus Evans data quality conference Paul Ormonde-james key speaker on data quality and solving the applications issues. A practical guide from his time at MBF Australia.
Mr Sahel Skype Net Neutrality DigiWorld Summit 2011IDATE DigiWorld
The document discusses net neutrality in Europe. Three main points:
1) There is consensus on the importance of preserving an open internet. Mobile operators struggle to justify investments in new networks without net neutrality.
2) Restricting internet access and prioritizing certain applications like Skype is considered anti-competitive. Transparency alone is not enough to ensure net neutrality.
3) An open internet allows users to access all content and run any applications, within reasonable traffic management. Not supporting net neutrality could prevent Europe from meeting its digital agenda targets and limit growth of the telecom industry.
The document discusses developing a new framework for assessing the value of IT projects beyond just financial measures. It proposes using a spectrum of value measures that include both financial and strategic/qualitative measures. A new methodology is presented that quantifies strategic impacts on metrics like customer satisfaction, competitive advantages, and strategic priorities. This would provide a more holistic view of project value for portfolio management decisions.
This document discusses the development and opportunities of the aerospace and defense (A&D) industry in BRIC countries. It begins with a brief history of the global A&D industry and its growth since the early 20th century, driven initially by World Wars and later by Cold War research and globalization. The paper then analyzes each BRIC country's A&D industry through PEST, SWOT and market analyses to identify core competencies. It suggests that BRIC countries can use their A&D industries cooperatively for combined growth, rather than as competitors, by leveraging each other's strengths. The document provides an overview of strategies for BRIC cooperation in this sector.
This case study examines the collaboration between the Social Security Administration (SSA) and MedVirginia to use the Nationwide Health Information Network (NHIN) to securely exchange patient health information. Some key challenges included achieving interoperability between MedVirginia's clinical systems and gateway, and identifying a standard to represent SSA's authorization form. However, SSA and MedVirginia went live on February 28, 2009, making it the first production exchange of health information across the NHIN. The case study identifies technical, organizational, and governance considerations from interviews with those involved.
The document summarizes discussions from a steering committee meeting regarding the development of a Climate Sustainability Center in Kansas City. Stakeholders provided input on the vision and goals, which include making the center a resource for green jobs, education, and research. The committee reviewed early conceptual designs for the building's layout. A world-class facility is envisioned that brings people together from all backgrounds to study sustainability. The document outlines funding sources and uses needed for capital costs, operations, and programs. It also provides a projected schedule for pursuing funding opportunities over the next few months.
The document is an executive summary of a survey conducted by The Intersect Group on CIO hiring trends in 2011. It provides an overview of the challenges faced by the IT industry in recent years due to offshoring and the recession. It notes that companies are now pulling delayed IT projects from the shelf due to increased cash reserves, creating an IT skills shortage. The summary reviews trends in IT job demand and the goals of the survey in exploring whether Atlanta companies are increasing IT hiring and the characteristics of new positions and employees. It provides context on the economic situation and outlook for companies and the IT function.
This document announces a lecture series on dams that will take place on January 16, 2012. The first lecture will focus on why dams are necessary despite criticism, international standards for dam building, and how they are applied. The lecture will also discuss water, energy, and food security as key priorities for the region.
The document provides an overview of the Proven 4-Step SystemTM for building a STEMTech business. The 4 steps are: [1] Watch or Read educational materials, [2] Read or Watch additional materials, [3] Attend a live online or in-person event, and [4] Introduce others to the opportunity and materials. The system is designed to educate potential business partners about STEMTech's products and opportunity in a no-rejection manner. Notifying everyone about what you're doing and pointing them to the educational tools and events is emphasized.
This document provides an overview of the Proven 4-Step System used by STEMTech to build their business. The 4 steps are: [1] Watch or Read educational materials, [2] Read or Watch additional materials, [3] Attend a live event, and [4] Introduce others to repeat the process. The system is designed to be simple and allow people to educate themselves on the products and opportunity with no rejection. The document outlines the tools and resources available at each step to share information and grow the business.
The document is Symantec Corporation's 1999 annual report. It discusses how the growing connectivity of the digital world through technologies like the Internet is creating new opportunities for security and management software providers. The report outlines Symantec's strategy to capitalize on these opportunities by refocusing on security solutions, strengthening its enterprise offerings, better understanding customers' needs, and leveraging the Internet in its own business operations. It aims to help customers thrive in the complex digital environment through safe, secure, and simple computing.
System2 provides experience designing and delivering transformational change in the public sector. They work with clients to:
1) Develop teams of change agents and systems to support the transformation.
2) Leverage the transformation through processes, tools, and support systems that promote trust.
3) Share ideas and solutions between organizations and individuals.
The process typically includes exploring goals, piloting ideas, identifying what works and scaling up, and developing change management skills. Clients achieve new ways of working, aligned culture and processes, and evidence to support the change.
Creative Biolabs is skilled in NGS-based cancer research. We support one-stop cancer research services based on a variety of sequencing technologies. Our whole gene sequencing (WGS) and whole exome sequencing (WES) platforms enable us to comprehensively analyze and identify known and unknown cancer gene mutations. Besides, we also provide high-quality target sequencing services, allowing us to analyze several or even hundreds of target gene mutations economically and effectively. Our services will facilitate our customers’ cancer research including cancer diagnosis and treatment.
https://www.creative-biolabs.com/suprecision/genetic-testing-for-cancer.htm
Este documento analiza el modelo de negocio de YouTube. Explica que YouTube y otros sitios de video online representan un nuevo modelo de negocio para contenidos audiovisuales debido al cambio en los hábitos de consumo causado por las nuevas tecnologías. Describe cómo YouTube aprovecha la participación de los usuarios para mejorar continuamente y atraer una audiencia diferente a la de los medios tradicionales.
BPM Global Trends 2010 - Futuro de ProcessosEloGroup
The document discusses how processes can be monitored via Twitter. It provides examples of how organizations like hospitals and airports currently monitor their processes and share updates on Twitter. It then presents a model for how any process could have its own Twitter account to post updates on the current stage and any events. By following these process update accounts, people could track the status and progress of different processes in real-time.
This document discusses solutions for integrating schedules on NASA programs. It introduces Stuart Trahan's company, which provides Earned Value Management (EVM) solutions using Microsoft Office Project that comply with OMB and ANSI requirements. It also introduces a partner company, Pinnacle Management Systems, that specializes in enterprise project management solutions including EVM, project portfolio management, and enterprise project resource management, with experience in the aerospace, defense, and other industries. The document defines schedule integration and describes some methods including importing to a centralized Primavera database for review or using Primavera ProjectLink for updates, and challenges including inconsistent data formats and levels of detail across sub-schedules.
This document provides an overview of the Lean Business Model, which was developed based on research of Toyota's operations. The Lean Business Model framework gives organizations a way to create their own Lean business system by focusing on five elements: strategy deployment, value stream management, tools and techniques, people-enabled processes, and extending these practices throughout the extended enterprise/supply chain. The goal is to make lean thinking a way of life and continuously improve processes to maximize customer value and minimize waste.
The document provides an overview of the Lean Business Model, which was developed based on research of Toyota's practices. The model gives organizations a framework for creating their own Lean Business System. It focuses on making Lean Thinking a way of life and identifies the key elements needed for a successful Lean transformation, including strategy deployment, value stream management, tools and techniques, people-enabled processes, and extending Lean thinking throughout the supply chain. The Lean Business Model serves as both a blueprint for creating a Lean system and a basis for assessing an organization's Lean maturity.
This document provides an overview of the Lean Business Model, which was developed based on research of Toyota's operations. The Lean Business Model framework gives organizations a way to create their own Lean Business System. It focuses on making Lean Thinking a way of life to reap benefits. The model includes elements like Strategy Deployment, Value Stream Management, Tools and Techniques, People Enabled Processes, and working within the Extended Enterprise to eliminate waste across organizational boundaries in the supply chain. Using this approach provides a Lean roadmap tailored to each individual organization.
The document provides an overview of the Lean Business Model, which was developed based on research of Toyota's practices. The model gives organizations a framework for creating their own Lean Business System. It focuses on making Lean Thinking a way of life and identifies the key elements needed for a successful Lean transformation, including strategy deployment, value stream management, tools and techniques, people-enabled processes, and extending Lean thinking throughout the supply chain. The Lean Business Model serves as both a blueprint for creating a Lean system and a basis for assessing an organization's Lean maturity.
marcus Evans data quality conference Paul Ormonde-james key speaker on data quality and solving the applications issues. A practical guide from his time at MBF Australia.
Mr Sahel Skype Net Neutrality DigiWorld Summit 2011IDATE DigiWorld
The document discusses net neutrality in Europe. Three main points:
1) There is consensus on the importance of preserving an open internet. Mobile operators struggle to justify investments in new networks without net neutrality.
2) Restricting internet access and prioritizing certain applications like Skype is considered anti-competitive. Transparency alone is not enough to ensure net neutrality.
3) An open internet allows users to access all content and run any applications, within reasonable traffic management. Not supporting net neutrality could prevent Europe from meeting its digital agenda targets and limit growth of the telecom industry.
The document discusses developing a new framework for assessing the value of IT projects beyond just financial measures. It proposes using a spectrum of value measures that include both financial and strategic/qualitative measures. A new methodology is presented that quantifies strategic impacts on metrics like customer satisfaction, competitive advantages, and strategic priorities. This would provide a more holistic view of project value for portfolio management decisions.
This document discusses the development and opportunities of the aerospace and defense (A&D) industry in BRIC countries. It begins with a brief history of the global A&D industry and its growth since the early 20th century, driven initially by World Wars and later by Cold War research and globalization. The paper then analyzes each BRIC country's A&D industry through PEST, SWOT and market analyses to identify core competencies. It suggests that BRIC countries can use their A&D industries cooperatively for combined growth, rather than as competitors, by leveraging each other's strengths. The document provides an overview of strategies for BRIC cooperation in this sector.
This case study examines the collaboration between the Social Security Administration (SSA) and MedVirginia to use the Nationwide Health Information Network (NHIN) to securely exchange patient health information. Some key challenges included achieving interoperability between MedVirginia's clinical systems and gateway, and identifying a standard to represent SSA's authorization form. However, SSA and MedVirginia went live on February 28, 2009, making it the first production exchange of health information across the NHIN. The case study identifies technical, organizational, and governance considerations from interviews with those involved.
The document summarizes discussions from a steering committee meeting regarding the development of a Climate Sustainability Center in Kansas City. Stakeholders provided input on the vision and goals, which include making the center a resource for green jobs, education, and research. The committee reviewed early conceptual designs for the building's layout. A world-class facility is envisioned that brings people together from all backgrounds to study sustainability. The document outlines funding sources and uses needed for capital costs, operations, and programs. It also provides a projected schedule for pursuing funding opportunities over the next few months.
The document is an executive summary of a survey conducted by The Intersect Group on CIO hiring trends in 2011. It provides an overview of the challenges faced by the IT industry in recent years due to offshoring and the recession. It notes that companies are now pulling delayed IT projects from the shelf due to increased cash reserves, creating an IT skills shortage. The summary reviews trends in IT job demand and the goals of the survey in exploring whether Atlanta companies are increasing IT hiring and the characteristics of new positions and employees. It provides context on the economic situation and outlook for companies and the IT function.
This document announces a lecture series on dams that will take place on January 16, 2012. The first lecture will focus on why dams are necessary despite criticism, international standards for dam building, and how they are applied. The lecture will also discuss water, energy, and food security as key priorities for the region.
The document provides an overview of the Proven 4-Step SystemTM for building a STEMTech business. The 4 steps are: [1] Watch or Read educational materials, [2] Read or Watch additional materials, [3] Attend a live online or in-person event, and [4] Introduce others to the opportunity and materials. The system is designed to educate potential business partners about STEMTech's products and opportunity in a no-rejection manner. Notifying everyone about what you're doing and pointing them to the educational tools and events is emphasized.
This document provides an overview of the Proven 4-Step System used by STEMTech to build their business. The 4 steps are: [1] Watch or Read educational materials, [2] Read or Watch additional materials, [3] Attend a live event, and [4] Introduce others to repeat the process. The system is designed to be simple and allow people to educate themselves on the products and opportunity with no rejection. The document outlines the tools and resources available at each step to share information and grow the business.
The document is Symantec Corporation's 1999 annual report. It discusses how the growing connectivity of the digital world through technologies like the Internet is creating new opportunities for security and management software providers. The report outlines Symantec's strategy to capitalize on these opportunities by refocusing on security solutions, strengthening its enterprise offerings, better understanding customers' needs, and leveraging the Internet in its own business operations. It aims to help customers thrive in the complex digital environment through safe, secure, and simple computing.
System2 provides experience designing and delivering transformational change in the public sector. They work with clients to:
1) Develop teams of change agents and systems to support the transformation.
2) Leverage the transformation through processes, tools, and support systems that promote trust.
3) Share ideas and solutions between organizations and individuals.
The process typically includes exploring goals, piloting ideas, identifying what works and scaling up, and developing change management skills. Clients achieve new ways of working, aligned culture and processes, and evidence to support the change.
Creative Biolabs is skilled in NGS-based cancer research. We support one-stop cancer research services based on a variety of sequencing technologies. Our whole gene sequencing (WGS) and whole exome sequencing (WES) platforms enable us to comprehensively analyze and identify known and unknown cancer gene mutations. Besides, we also provide high-quality target sequencing services, allowing us to analyze several or even hundreds of target gene mutations economically and effectively. Our services will facilitate our customers’ cancer research including cancer diagnosis and treatment.
https://www.creative-biolabs.com/suprecision/genetic-testing-for-cancer.htm
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Este documento analiza el modelo de negocio de YouTube. Explica que YouTube y otros sitios de video online representan un nuevo modelo de negocio para contenidos audiovisuales debido al cambio en los hábitos de consumo causado por las nuevas tecnologías. Describe cómo YouTube aprovecha la participación de los usuarios para mejorar continuamente y atraer una audiencia diferente a la de los medios tradicionales.
The defense was successful in portraying Michael Jackson favorably to the jury in several ways:
1) They dressed Jackson in ornate costumes that conveyed images of purity, innocence, and humility.
2) Jackson was shown entering the courtroom as if on a red carpet, emphasizing his celebrity status.
3) Jackson appeared vulnerable, childlike, and in declining health during the trial, eliciting sympathy from jurors.
4) Defense attorney Tom Mesereau effectively presented a coherent narrative of Jackson as a victim and portrayed Neverland as a place of refuge, undermining the prosecution's arguments.
Michael Jackson was born in 1958 in Gary, Indiana and rose to fame in the 1960s as the lead singer of The Jackson 5, topping music charts in the 1970s. As a solo artist in the 1980s, his album Thriller broke music records. In the 1990s and 2000s, Jackson faced several legal issues related to child abuse allegations while continuing to release music. He married Lisa Marie Presley and Debbie Rowe and had two children before his death in 2009.
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This document appears to be a list of popular books from various authors. It includes over 150 book titles across many genres such as fiction, non-fiction, memoirs, and novels. The books cover a wide range of topics from politics to cooking to autobiographies.
The prosecution lost the Michael Jackson trial due to several key mistakes and weaknesses in their case:
1) The lead prosecutor, Thomas Sneddon, was too personally invested in the case against Jackson, having pursued him for over a decade without success.
2) Sneddon's opening statement was disorganized and weak, failing to effectively outline the prosecution's case.
3) The accuser's mother was not credible and damaged the prosecution's case through her erratic testimony, history of lies and con artist behavior.
4) Many prosecution witnesses were not credible due to prior lawsuits against Jackson, debts owed to him, or having been fired by him. Several witnesses even took the Fifth Amendment.
Here are three examples of public relations from around the world:
1. The UK government's "Be Clear on Cancer" campaign which aims to raise awareness of cancer symptoms and encourage early diagnosis.
2. Samsung's global brand marketing and sponsorship activities which aim to increase brand awareness and favorability of Samsung products worldwide.
3. The Brazilian government's efforts to improve its international image and relations with other countries through strategic communication and diplomacy.
The three most important functions of public relations are:
1. Media relations because the media is how most organizations reach their key audiences. Strong media relationships are crucial.
2. Writing, because written communication is at the core of public relations and how most information is
Michael Jackson Please Wait... provides biographical information about Michael Jackson including his birthdate, birthplace, parents, height, interests, idols, favorite foods, films, and more. It discusses his background, career highlights including influential albums like Thriller, and films he appeared in such as The Wiz and Moonwalker. The document contains photos and details about Jackson's life and illustrious music career.
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The document discusses the process of manufacturing celebrity and its negative byproducts. It argues that celebrities are rarely the best in their individual pursuits like singing, dancing, etc. but become famous due to being products of a system controlled by wealthy elites. This system stifles opportunities for worthy artists and creates feudalism. The document also asserts that manufactured celebrities should not be viewed as role models due to behaviors like drug abuse and narcissism that result from the celebrity-making process.
Michael Jackson was a child star who rose to fame with the Jackson 5 in the late 1960s and early 1970s. As a solo artist in the 1970s and 1980s, he had immense commercial success with albums like Off the Wall, Thriller, and Bad, which featured hit singles and groundbreaking music videos. However, his career and public image were plagued by controversies related to allegations of child sexual abuse in the 1990s and 2000s. He continued recording and performing but faced ongoing media scrutiny into his private life until his death in 2009.
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The document discusses using social networking tools like Twitter and Facebook in K-12 education. Twitter allows students and teachers to share short updates and can be used to give parents a window into classroom activities. Facebook allows targeted advertising that could be used to promote educational activities. Both tools could help facilitate communication between schools and communities if used properly while managing privacy and security concerns.
Facebook has over 300 million active users who log on daily, and allows brands to create public profile pages to interact with users. Pages are for brands and organizations only, while groups can be made by any user about any topic. Pages do not show admin names and have no limits on fans, while groups display admin names and are limited to 5,000 members. Content on pages should aim to provoke action from subscribers and establish a regular posting schedule using a conversational tone.
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This document provides instructions for signing up for Facebook and Twitter accounts. It outlines the sign up process for both platforms, including filling out forms with name, email, password and other details. It describes how the platforms will then search for friends and suggest people to connect with. It also explains how to search for and follow the Dougherty County Public Library page on both Facebook and Twitter once signed up. The document concludes by thanking participants and providing a contact for any additional questions.
Paragon Software announces the release of Paragon NTFS for Mac OS X 8.0, which provides full read and write access to NTFS partitions on Macs. It is the fastest NTFS driver on the market, achieving speeds comparable to native Mac file systems. Paragon NTFS for Mac 8.0 fully supports the latest Mac OS X Snow Leopard operating system in 64-bit mode and allows easy transfer of files between Windows and Mac partitions without additional hardware or software.
This document provides compatibility information for Olympus digital products used with Macintosh OS X. It lists various digital cameras, photo printers, voice recorders, and accessories along with their connection type and any notes on compatibility. Some products require booting into OS 9.1 for software compatibility or do not support devices that need a serial port. Drivers and software are available for download from Olympus and other websites for many products to enable use with OS X.
To use printers managed by the university's Information Technology Services (ITS), students and faculty must install the ITS Remote Printing software on their Mac OS X computer. This allows them to add network printers, log in with their ITS account credentials, and print documents while being charged per page to funds in their pre-paid ITS account. The document provides step-by-step instructions for installing the software, adding a network printer, and printing to that printer from any internet connection on or off campus. It also explains the pay-in-advance printing payment system and how to check printing charges.
The document provides an overview of the Mac OS X user interface for beginners, including descriptions of the desktop, login screen, desktop elements like the dock and hard disk, and how to perform common tasks like opening files and folders. It also addresses frequently asked questions for Windows users switching to Mac OS X, such as where documents are stored, how to save or find documents, and what the equivalent of the C: drive is in Mac OS X. The document concludes with sections on file management tasks like creating and deleting folders, organizing files within applications, using Spotlight search, and an overview of the Dashboard feature.
This document provides a checklist for securing Mac OS X version 10.5, focusing on hardening the operating system, securing user accounts and administrator accounts, enabling file encryption and permissions, implementing intrusion detection, and maintaining password security. It describes the Unix infrastructure and security framework that Mac OS X is built on, leveraging open source software and following the Common Data Security Architecture model. The checklist can be used to audit a system or harden it against security threats.
This document summarizes a course on web design that was piloted in the summer of 2003. The course was a 3 credit course that met 4 times a week for lectures and labs. It covered topics such as XHTML, CSS, JavaScript, Photoshop, and building a basic website. 18 students from various majors enrolled. Student and instructor evaluations found the course to be very successful overall, though some improvements were suggested like ensuring proper software and pairing programming/non-programming students. The document also discusses implications of incorporating web design material into existing computer science curriculums.
1. 2009Jim TruittRegion 8 Aviation Safety Manager7/31/2009Region 8 Aviation Safety Newsletter Regional Aviation Safety NewsletterVol. III Newsletter July 2009 We mentioned the “Four Pillars” and the Basic Elements of a Safety Management System (SMS), here are the Helicopter Association International’s (HAI) view of the 12 Attributes of SMS:A Management Plan. This can be stated in a few sentences or in a letter to the employees. It is the position and intentions of the senior manager in regard to how safety will be made a part of the organization’s operations. It is written down and becomes a living document that can be updated and modified to encompass organizational changes. It is an evolving statement that also describes the safety philosophy of the top executive and the goals he sets for the organization.Safety Promotion. The everyday work activities are in accordance with and in support of the safety program. The individuals accept the safety and accident prevention aims of the organization and utilize the services and equipment provided for those purposes. It is the use and the acceptance in the performance of the usual activities that make the safety culture recognized and successful.Policy, Procedure and Method. There are specific policies, directives and methods established and understood by all employees. Their use and awareness of the organizational policy promotes the safety awareness and draws the line for everyone without pressure or threat.Records and Documents. There is an organized management of records and documents and the data is used in accident prevention. Problems are sought by analyzing the data for trends and indications.Hazard Identification. The entire operation is examined on a periodic basis to disclose the presence of potentially harmful hazards and the risk management process is applied to reduce, mitigate or remove.Hazard Reporting. Occurrences are reported free of retaliation.Occurrence Investigation and Analysis.Safety Assurance Oversight Programs.Safety Management Training.Management of Change.Emergency Preparedness and response.Performance Measurements.See if you can match the attributes of a SMS Program to the basic elements:– Senior management commitment, – Organizational culture– Hazard identification and analysis– Risk management– Accident and incident investigation – Audit and evaluation– Proactive accident prevention programs – Training and education– Documentation– Data base construction and analysis – Safety reporting system– Audits, Surveys and Inspections Having a SMS approach ensures that safety requirements are built into the design used to perform the work required. The requirements should include:Responsibility and authority defined in Policy, RegulationProcedures to provide clear instructions and controls, organizational and supervisory, on all activities, to ensure that the processes used produce the correct outcome and provided in Guides and HandbooksOne consideration of Aviation Safety is the subtle shift in accident investigation; moving from a concentrated focus on the performances of individual ‘frontline’ operators, such as pilots, air traffic controllers and maintenance personnel, to consideration of the performance of the system as a whole. These frontline operators always have a part to play in safety and are, unfortunately, usually playing a part in accidents.Aviation accident investigation has the goal of prevention and there are many entities searching for ways to improve aviation safety using accident statistics and other reported information. But, several facts are already known- For almost every aviation accident or incident, civil or military, the subsequent investigation has shown that: ∙ The main contributing factors were present before it happened ∙ In some cases they were common knowledge∙ They had been formally documented∙ Many people were not surprised by what happened In all cases, they could have, and should have, been identified and fixed before the accident or incident. This is not looking at accidents with the benefit of hindsight- It is simply a fact. The absence of an integrated Safety Management System in some of the organizations directly involved was a key factor in explaining why critical safety deficiencies were not identified and rectified beforehand.Some would argue that no matter what we do-major accidents will occur-given enough time and participation in flight activities. Another view is expressed by the statement that all accidents are preventable. I admit I’m influenced by one and motivated by the other. The accident prevention efforts that the FS and we, as employees, make as an organization are balanced by fiscal restraint and the need to accomplish a mission. The cost of prevention for “Zero” would be prohibitive and we would be performing our mission from remote locations utilizing robots and UAVs. This may be the way of the future, but for now we still need direct “hands-on” technology.It is useful to recognize that accidents rarely occur as spontaneous events-an immediate cause and effect relationship. We’ve all heard of the “Chain of Events” that emerges from accident investigation. My friend, Steve Rausch, with AMD, calls it “peeling the onion”. When we examine each step, process and event in an accident we can see the chain unfold. Unfortunately, when one is involved in the event it is not so readily apparent. As we use new tools to focus on the areas of accident causation that respond to our influence; we can provide the emphasis where it is most needed. When our information and data collection reveal reoccurring conditions that are present during accidents we can respond. By applying what we learn, we can concentrate our efforts to respond with increased emphasis and constant vigilance when we enter or engage in activities that have been demonstrated by past experiences to expose us to increased risk.The major areas of accident consideration and prevention efforts are: Man, Machine, Mission, Environment, and the Situation. We plan and Risk Manage the activity and watch for the opportunity to add our influence or observations to each of these areas. Each area has a list of items that need to be within established parameters, whether by SOP, Procedure, Policy, or sometimes, common sense. For example, Man-indications that eyesight is deteriorating in older pilots, Machine-the aircraft is not appropriate for the activity, Mission- the pilot is not fully capable or adequately experienced for the Mission, Environment-the dynamics of weather should not be underestimated-especially in it’s effect on aircraft performance, Situation- the situation rarely remains static and small changes have a way of creeping into a mission until they take over and redefine the entire scenario.With SMS we have an opportunity to be proactive and use a systematic approach to the prevention of accidents with the adoption and employment of SMS. As the name implies a Safety Management System focuses on a systems approach – the network of people and resources performing activities that accomplish some mission or goal in the organization’s work environment. This especially applies to the recognition of the importance of the interrelationships with vendors and contractors and other agencies.No job is so important and no service so urgent that we cannot take time to perform our work safely Regional Aviation Safety Manager Vol. II Newsletter June 2009 Dan O. asked me to include everyone on the R8 email list for future Issues of this “Newsletter”-- So, that’s why you received this copy. To continue with our discussion of Safety in general and SMS in particular-A critical part of managing safety is the Safety Culture of the organization. Indeed, it may be “the” critical element. Effective Safety Management requires more than establishing an appropriate organizational structure and making rules and procedures to be followed. It requires a commitment on the part of the senior management. An indicator of management support is the adequacy of resources allocations. In effective Safety Cultures, there are clear reporting lines, clearly defined duties and well-understood procedures, assigning responsibilities and accountabilities and allocating resources. Safety Cultures consist of psychological (how people think and feel), behavioral (how people and groups act and perform) and structural (the programs, procedures, and organization of the enterprise) elements. Many of the processes specified in the policy, risk management, assurance and promotion components of the SMS provide the framework for this organizational structural element. However, the organization must also set in place processes that allow for communication among employees and with the organization’s management. The aviation service provider component, whether internal or contractor, must make every effort to communicate its goals and objectives to their personnel, and how they intend to conduct their activities and significant events. The aviation service providers must supply a means of upward communication in an environment of openness. This is the “Just Culture “aspect of a Safety Culture; this develops and nurtures a relationship where the people have confidence in their organization to treat them fairly and consistently. Dr. James Reason, among other current organizational system safety theorists, stresses the need for a “reporting culture” as an important aspect of safety culture. The organization must do what it can to cultivate the willingness of its members to contribute to the organization’s knowledge base. Dr. Reason further stresses the need for a “just culture,” where employees have the confidence that, while they will be held accountable for their actions, the organization will treat them fairly.It is the management of the organizational mission and goals that SMS is best applied. By planning, organizing, directing, and controlling these assets and working to accomplish the organization’s goals in consideration of the safety aspects from beginning to end. It is critical that we understand that SMS as a whole and Risk Management as an element is to be used in undertaking any task-especially in new or high risk activities. This means anytime we contemplate a new activity or before commencing regular activities we will either perform a Risk Assessment or review the appropriate Risk Assessment if one has been previously created. We move Risk Management into the initial planning stage instead of a task to be completed elsewhere in the process. If you stop and think about the multitude of steps and the levels of responsibility that we identify and require for the simplest tasks involving travel or other financial related activities doesn’t it make sense to commit a few minutes of time to review our tasks for hazards that could potentially lead to an accident. The old saying “If you think Safety is too expensive-Try an accident” is very true. Accidents in aviation are particularly expensive and often have costs in human suffering that can’t be estimated.An effective Safety Management System includes four key elements; they are even referred to as “Pillars” of SMS. They are: CultureSafety PolicySafety AssuranceRisk Management Safety Promotion We should identify these elements in regard to what we expect to be accomplished and by whom in our organization.Safety Policy includes the management commitment, responsibility, and accountability. We can see the initial commitment from senior management as represented in the adoption of SMS as the way the Forest Service(FS) intends “to do business”. The basic elements of an SMS are already integrated into the FS Aviation Safety Program, so we will be working to improve their application and functionality. There will be additional ways to identify this commitment as we move to a more policy documented stage of SMS. Safety assurance is where we monitor and measure safety performance, the audits and surveys we use to change management and continuously improve our program. Safety Assurance is accomplished by utilizing the various tools we have available to continually measure and assess our status in relation to maintaining our level of desired protection. They include inspections, audits and surveys. They need to be performed on a regular basis and by individuals with experience that allows them to identify problem areas and expose potential hazards before they can become a threat to safety. When we conduct an audit or inspection we use a “Safety Focused Perspective”. This includes the use of Guides and Checklists, but more importantly it includes the insight of a trained safety professional Safety Promotion is interesting because it’s a sequence that develops as a result of the Safety Culture and it is a component generated by the Safety culture. When the organization’s Safety culture is functioning correctly we see the Senior Management’s commitment to safety and SMS, there is clear and regular communication of policy, goals, objectives, standards and performance to all employees, and there is feedback, confidential if desired, that allows the retrieval and use of information collected to improve safety performance. Dr. Reason says managing safety is like fighting a guerilla war, where there are no final victories. It’s a never-ending struggle to identify and eliminate or control hazards. We’ll never run out of things to do to make the system safer. Our goal is to identify the ways to make the system safer, decide how to achieve them and hold ourselves accountable for achieving them.Another of Dr. Reason’s principles of organizational safety culture is that of a “learning culture.” The information in reports, audits, investigation, and other data sources does no good if the organization does not learn from it. The standard also requires a means of analysis of this information and a linkage to the safety assurance process. The standard requires an analysis process, a preventive/corrective action process, and a path to the safety risk management process for the development of new safety controls, as environments change and new hazards are identified. It further requires that the organization provide training and information about risk controls and lessons learned. The Risk Management element of SMS is also found in the current FS Aviation Safety Program and our goal is to enhance its use by improving the elements of RM as a tool. To make it easily understood and more user friendly in its application. The Safety Office will be publishing a comprehensive Risk Assessment (RA) of aviation activities, to be used as a guide and to assist individuals, performing Risk Assessments, in identifying hazards in the activities they engage in. The basic RA procedure helps us determine where the greatest risks are and set priorities for mitigation. The priorities then become our goals and we can concentrate on identifying and reducing or removing them as precursors to accidents. The worst hazards are those that lie within our system as latent weaknesses waiting to combine with other elements and hazards to produce an accident. It is this function of SMS that I find the greatest source of benefit and tangible action that can be translated into accident prevention. The application of Risk Management to any undertaking will enhance and improve that action. Whether we pursue business or financial benefits, or we want to make an activity safer, Risk Management is the tool for the job. When we review, audit and inspect we need to keep Risk Management in the process in order to contemplate the boundaries of an activity. We sometimes apply the term “what-if” to an exercise of Risk Analysis and that is a very useful method of getting a perspective that will encompass all the various events in any undertaking. It is much better to have thought or planned an activity from beginning to end than to be in the middle of something and realize that you never considered the circumstance you are encountering.Risk Management allows us to identify hazards, assess their impact and mitigate or remove them. This is a goal for the entire organization, its Divisions, Programs and Contractors, as well as, to the individuals within an organization. For myself, I appreciate having important elements identified as goals. This allows me to focus the necessary time, energy and resources to make them successful. Few organizations are good at developing Safety Goals. The most common problem is that we tend to focus on outcomes. Usually this means counting accidents. Safe organizations can have accidents while less safe organizations can be lucky and avoid accidents. But, if we don’t set tangible goals then we learn less about our systems - until we have an accident.At the time of this writing the aviation authorities are trying to piece together the facts surrounding the French Airbus crash in the Atlantic between Rio de Janerio and Paris. The facts emerging are pointing to a break-up in flight due to weather. The flight path took the airliner through an area of the world’s strongest storms. One writer characterized the crash as a plane in an unequal fight with Mother Nature. If I were contemplating a flight in that area a simple Risk Assessment would yield the information needed to help me make my mind up on whether to fly or wait for better weather. The zone in question has predictable weather patterns and to maximize your chances of avoiding the bad weather you just need to be aware of these schedules. It is an inconvenience and some of the experts say it is unnecessary to take the phenomena into account when scheduling flights. I know what I would do. But, how many people rely on Risk Management to the extent that they would think to do a Risk Assessment of a flight. If we achieve the kind of Safety Culture we are hoping for-you will all be doing Risk Assessments for everything you do - work and leisure.In flying I have learned that carelessness and overconfidence are usually far more dangerous than deliberately accepted risks. — Wilbur Wright in a letter to his father, September 1900 <br />Region 8 Aviation Safety Newsletter Introducing the new Region 8 RAMMAY 2009 <br />I haven’t had the opportunity to meet everyone face to face so, I thought I’d send a short message to tell you what I’ve been up to for the past couple of weeks. I would also like to create a forum for discussion of aviation issues and items of interest.<br />My official start day was April 13th, 2009 and the first two weeks are really kind of a blur. I am still in-processing and getting to know how to do the little things as well as learning my duties and responsibilities. I would invite everyone to feel free to make suggestions and give advice on what I should be doing to further the Safety interests of the Aviation Operations in Region 8.<br />I have had the opportunity to meet almost everyone listed in the Aviation Group and I apologize to anyone that I have not said “Hello” to and introduced myself. If we have not met please come by or stop me and let me introduce myself. <br />I was able to make a short trip to the airport with Dan O. and see the offices, hangar and maintenance tool room-very impressive. I got to meet Donna and say hello to Ric, whom I met in Boise during the RASM/RAO meeting in Boise the first of April. Since I met Dan Z. and Larry at that time the only person I haven’t shaken by the hand is Jack. I was also able to go along on a Program Review in Region 9 with WO West personnel, which was very informative. I continue to in-process and learn my way around the Regional Office.<br />As I mentioned I would like to use a format similar to this to communicate some of the items that are of interest to us in the Aviation side of things. One of the items of interest and perhaps, some degree of anxiety is the Safety Management Systems (SMS) Program that the Forest Service will be implementing for ourselves and our contractors.<br />Before we delve into SMS I would like to give you an idea of my understanding of Aviation Safety and what I view as the critical elements of my position’s duties and responsibilities. I’m sure each of you feels that your duties cover a large area both in terms of geography and the number of individual tasks. I feel the same and in order for me to be effective I have to maximize certain opportunities to make a difference. <br />I will try to become known to as many of our Regional aviation users as possible, both FS and Operator/Contractors. Since that is a difficult undertaking I would ask that each of you maintain your appreciation for Aviation Safety with a perspective of helping me be successful. When you have the right opportunity bring Safety into the discussion and offer my services to help anyone with issues or a need to understand what path we are taking in regard to Aviation Safety. I need you all to help me reach the folks that it would take me years to make personal contact with or perhaps even realize how to contact them.<br />We are taking a new path and I don’t mean just SMS. SMS will play a very important role in addressing the need to improve accident prevention. But, SMS is one part of a two part change. <br />The first part is characterized by the adoption of a specific method of managing safety-The SMS method. The second is less recognized but will be the true measure of a successful paradigm shift in FS Aviation Management - The Safety Culture that emerges from the adoption of SMS.<br />We are shifting from a “Safety Program” which is a Behavior Based Safety program approach to a “Systems Management” approach. The difference may seem small unless we review the terms and define what philosophical implications are required to effect this change.<br />A Safety Program can be defined as an “integrated set of regulations and activities aimed at improving safety”-FAA, AC 120-92. While the FS surpasses that definition we still have a Behavior Based approach to Safety Management.<br />Behavior Based Safety has been and still is the model for many modern Safety Programs used by some big name companies. They have their beginnings in HW Heinrich’s theories and studies, in the 1930s and 40s that developed into the first models applied to Safety in the workplace. Heinrich presented many theories that became accepted as fact and even though flawed in comparison to today’s extensive research methodology, they are often quoted and used in modern Safety Management...<br />Heinrich suggested, based on his study, that workers committed “unsafe acts” and these were the cause of accidents. Heinrich also proposed that for each accident there were a large number of “close calls” and this presented the opportunity for intervention of various types and at various levels of performance. He depicted these levels as a pyramid structure with the close calls at the base and at the top-the accident.<br />The relationship of unsafe acts to accidents cannot be denied-but; the understanding of how unsafe acts can be committed in the first place is where Behavior Based Safety leaves us hanging. Behavior Based Safety is popular for simple reasons: They make Health and Safety issues seem simple, they don’t require management change, they focus on the worker and they seem cheaper than addressing or correcting the hazards found in the mission.<br />As I said Heinrich’s model is found in some form in most Safety Programs - In our Aviation Program we incorporate a version of Heinrich’s Model in the use of basic requirements for pilot qualification and training. This would be our base of the pyramid and the basic level of Aviation Safety Management. The next level and opportunity for intervention or prevention is the reporting of hazards and unsafe conditions. This is voluntary by pilots or others involved in the task, or it may be reported by an observer-SafeCom. <br />Another level is the occasion of checking or carding a pilot. There is an opportunity to correct behavior or restrict activities if need be. The relief of a pilot from flying duties is the extreme, but the exercise of that opportunity is one of critical importance.<br />Where we go beyond Behavior Based response is the institution of a complete and comprehensive Safety program... We use every tool available to combat the enemies of Safe Aviation Operations. The problem is that the environment is dynamic and enemy constantly evolving. It’s similar to the fight against medical illnesses- as soon as we find a workable defense the problem changes form or substance or develops immunity to the treatment. The saying that there are no new accidents is not entirely true-but; we do seem to find many different ways to have similar accidents.<br />But the real change and the one that is worth all the time energy, possible frustrations and work, is the evolution of a real and observable Safety Culture that adopts and embraces the philosophy that comes with the SMS Program.<br />SMS is viewed as an opportunity for the Forest Service and has several valuable tools that we plan to utilize on a regular basis. The definition of SMS varies depending on the source. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Safety Management Manual, Doc 9859, says it is: “An organized approach to managing safety, including the necessary organizational structures, accountabilities, policies and procedures”.<br />The FAA states that it is a: “Structured management system to control risk in operations”.<br />I tend not to worry about a definition and let the systems part unfold and speak for itself. We will be working over an extended period of time to bring the concepts into tangible programs along with any defined requirements. Right now we, as Aviation Managers, should be messengers with a positive outlook whenever we have the chance to discuss SMS. In order to promote SMS we need to learn more about SMS, risk management and aviation safety in general. <br />More to Follow--<br />That’s my goal. I would like to provide information, foster discussion and find out what you think about SMS, and FS Aviation and how I can help with anything I can. Thanks for your attention and support.<br /> Jim<br />Most accidents originate in actions committed by reasonable, rational individuals who were acting to achieve an assigned task in what they perceived to be a responsible and professional manner…..<br />