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New Product Acceptance in the Public, 2006.
This paper discusses media methods for the launch of a new product onto the market.
3,620 words (approx. 14.5 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 100.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that with traditional advertisement methods slowly losing their capability to tap target audiences, companies are turning new approaches to reach customers and create demand for products and services. The writer looks at methods introduced by new technology as medium for delivering content to consumers apart from receiving and answering calls. Further, the writer examines the mobile entertainment industry in this regard, which while still in its formative years has incredible potential in store.
The Conventional Media & its Saturation:
Voice-activated Mobile Media:
Various Perspectives of VAMMM and Legal Issues:
The Marketing Domination of Content Provider in Real Time VAMMM Mobile Telephony
Marketing Issues in favor of VAMMM:
The Future is Voice:
The Revenue Stream for Voice-activated VAMMM:
The Target Markets:
The Basic Ingredients of VAMMM: -
Conclusion
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"Games on mobile handsets, mobile Internet has drawn younger viewers away from television screens. A research in the U.S. shows that on an average, households with Internet connection spent five fewer hours watching television per week compared to non-Internet households. Audiences are deserting television in favor of gaming, mobile phones, and the Internet. Even while sitting before the TV, there are 500 channels to choose from. With media audiences totally fragmented, it is difficult as well as expensive to reach a mass audience. Thirdly, the days of product and service-led differentiation are over as both of these are easy to imitate and in the coming years these cannot be the source of value. Instead, it is imperative that companies have to differentiate themselves on the basis of customer experiences they co-create and provide to the customers."
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The Gnome Liberation Front, 2006.
This paper discusses the agenda of the Gnome Liberation Front (GLF), its goals and the probability that its actions are a form of culture jamming thus giving it a deeper, more significant perspective.
1,190 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 40.95
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This paper explains that the plight of gnomes, who are victims of gnome thieves, is a real cause of great concern to the political organization Front de Liberation des Nains de Jardin (FLNJ) or Gnome Liberation Front(GLF). The author points out that the GLF aims at mocking the consumer culture by trying to make people realize that they are not victims of gnome thefts but of a society that convinced them that they were in need of gnomes. The paper states that members in choosing such a method are sure to catch the public's attention to inform people about the true nature of modern culture and open their eyes to what modern life has been reduced.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Gnome Liberation Front
The Probable Commencement of GLF
The Future of Liberated Gnomes
The Probable Agenda of GLF
Conclusion
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"In Britain, it is said that the GLF might be involved in the re-sale of the gnomes stolen by them and money is the only objective of this organization. However, that is not how the objectives of GLF are perceived in the rest of Europe. There appears to be a hidden message or higher purpose behind all these gnome robberies. The Gnome Liberation Front appears to practice a form of culture jamming. Culture jamming is a form of political communication, which has emerged as rebellion against the commercial isolation of public life where people are more interested in identifying with brand names than focusing on the problems surrounding their commercial environment."
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Television and Politics, 2006.
A discussion of how television has changed politics.
1,994 words (approx. 8.0 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 63.95
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The paper discusses the impact that television has on American society, and especially in the field of politics. This includes how television is used as a means to celebrate America's positive qualities, such as in the aftermath of World War II. The paper explains how television has influenced politics in America, with examples such as the famous debate between Richard M. Nixon and John Fitzgerald Kennedy in the 1950s. It also mentions how television has a direct effect on women's perceptions of themselves and of what they desire in a politician. The paper further discusses the rise in acceptance of Freudian psychoanalysis and the "dumbing" down of knowledge received through the television. It concludes that television has led to the start of the erosion of political intelligence in the American public.
Introduction
Truth in Broadcasting
Coming to You 'Live' from the Universe
Freud and the American Political Animal
Lifting Up or Dumbing Down?
Women and Broadcasting
Changing a Way of Life
Works Cited
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" Until the advent of commercial television in the United States in the early 1950s, political campaigns in this country depended on newspapers, magazines and radio shows to reach the American people, and town hall meetings were still used as well, arguably for more than the 'photo ops' they provide to TV news crews these days. Anyone who was treated to the 'dueling banjos' of the last presidential campaign, in which the 'fight songs' of Bush and Kerry were played in endless counterpoint on every TV station in the nation, must wonder how much TV had changed politics, making the entire event into a media circus rather than what it once is rumored to have been, an exchange of ideas about how best to continue the great experiment that is American democracy."
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The Conduit Metaphor Theory, 2006.
This paper explains the theory that communication occurs when information is sent from sender to receiver via a transmitter.
892 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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The paper discusses the conduit metaphor theory about communication. The paper explains that the theory assumes that successful communication is considered to have occurred when the receiver objectively interprets the sender's intention and meaning behind the information sent. The writer then highlights the problems with relying on objective interpretation and shows how communication is not so easy to accomplish. Finally, the paper looks at how the Chinese government tried to control information from the people unsuccessfully causing corruption at many levels.
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"An organization, whether it is a corporation or government, that views communication in terms of a conduit metaphor, will wrongly believe that it can keep certain information away from public scrutiny. According to the conduit metaphor theory, communication occurs when information is sent from sender to receiver via a transmitter. It is irrelevant for purposes of communication to know whether the transmission occurred via human or electronic means. The theory assumes that successful communication is considered to have occurred when the receiver objectively interprets the sender's intention and meaning behind the information sent. In other words, information that is put into the right words will be easily communicable. Any extraneous information that follows the correct one can thus be eliminated as unwanted "noise"("The conduit metaphor...", July 2000)."
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Behaviorism - Cross Cultural Values, 2006.
The paper discusses cultural difficulties among inter and intra cultural groups.
1,303 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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The paper uses four articles, ("Thousands flee Assam tribal feud", S. Bhaumik,"Cataloguing US abuses" BBC News, Dec 2004, "Suicide bombers held in Bosnia", N. Hawton and "Suicide Bombers", http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suicide_bomb) to demonstrate the need for more cross cultural understanding and training. The paper discusses cultural interpretations and motivations among inter and intra cultural groups and explains the origins of many cultural difficulties between these groups. The paper explains how cultural conflicts and misunderstandings commonly occur within homogeneous populations and among people of varying cultural and ethnic backgrounds. The paper concludes by suggesting that more communication and collaboration can improve the inter and intra-cultural differences and problems and offers suggestions on how this can be achieved.
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"Cross cultural conflict often occurs when members of varying cultures share different beliefs, values and understandings of events, issues or proper ways of behaving. It is vital that cultural differences be examined to help members of society develop better methods for addressing cultural conflicts. A better understanding of cross cultural differences may enable more communication and collaboration and less violence.
"Cross cultural events often result in violence when people of varying cultures are not able to come to agreement regarding the appropriate course of action to follow in a given situation. Below we'll discuss cultural interpretations and motivations among inter and intra cultural groups and explain the origins of many cultural difficulties between these groups."
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Narrative Theory, 2006.
A description and analysis of the narrative theory (communication as story-telling) in human beings.
874 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 31.95
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This paper analyzes the narrative theory of human beings as story-telling creatures. It discusses the success or failures in communication as depending upon the perceptions of the stories told by the narrator. The paper focuses on and analyzes Murdoch's communication with the Chinese and discusses this particular case in terms of understanding from both sides, successes and failures.
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"The manifestation of this perception could be seen in the Chinese retaliatory boycotts to Mr. Murdoch's enterprises. After Murdoch's purchase of Hong Kong's Star TV network, private ownership of satellite dishes was banned. This extreme retaliation shows how important the audience is in narrative theory. The narrator should therefore very carefully assess the audience and its concerns before entering the communication process. Cultural differences further complicate the matter, as misunderstanding occurs very easily, as was the case with the Murdoch situation."
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Communications Theory, 2006.
This article discusses how communications can contribute to marketing theory.
916 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 32.95
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In this paper, the writer discusses the notion that theories or ideas from the communications field can influence marketing theory. The writer makes use of the example of consumer response to the introduction of a different product to the market by the Coca Cola company. The writer discusses product and brand loyalty and their connection to the communications industry. Looking into the theory of communication, the writer argues the role that advertising, public relations and the media play in the success or failure of a product.
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"Professionals in the communications field, particularly public relations professions, were increasingly interesting in learning the skills for some areas traditionally regarded as advertising: media planning and message evaluation, for example. Whether communications theorists want to keep areas of interest separated, it was clear to Miller and Rose that those who worked in the field wanted to combine them, and perhaps needed to combine them in a marketing context in which more people had more access to more forms of information delivered in more formats than ever before. In other words, media and particular the Internet and its increasing sophistication, with streaming video and its inherent interactivity, made it essential for anyone with a message to understand fully how messages could be delivered and how they might be received. The line between advertising and public relations became blurred, or possibly more accurately, subsumed into the major discipline of communications."
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Media Manipulation, 2006.
A review of media manipulation, focusing on the various methods of manipulation.
2,145 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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This paper reviews and reports the opinions of experts and journalists who have analyzed the issue of media manipulation of the news. This is not a paper that is predicting a "big brother" conspiracy that is trying to take over America or brainwash all the TV-watching, Internet surfing and newspaper-reading citizens. But there are many issues that the average American should be aware of when trying to read, hear, watch and digest "news" as presented by the media today, and this paper addresses those concerns.
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"It's very clear from reading through research material on today's media that most Americans get their evening news through half-hour TV programs specializing in dramatic, entertaining video and "sound bites" from politicians, entertainers, and the "man in the street."
Those news shows - from cable, local, and network productions - are often more concerned with ratings (which drive the profitability of television) than with full coverage. That is not a positive trend in American life, and this paper addresses that dynamic as well.
The significance of media manipulation can be seen even more dramatically with a look back at the way television journalism was presented to the public in the recent past. Reporters had guts, and went after government; that is depicted in a new movie, "Good Night and Good Luck," written and directed by actor George Clooney. The movie features the professional life of former CBS television interviewer, Edward R. Murrow, who boldly took on U.S. Senator Joe McCarthy at a time when McCarthy was attacking many well-known people with baseless accusations that they were "communists." An article in the Los Angeles Times (Goldstein, 2005) refers to Murrow as "a real hero" who, like other journalists in his era, "once pursued greatness, not just ratings and ad linage."
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Theories of Humor, 2006.
Examines three theories pertaining to humor.
1,532 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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This paper explains the three theories of humor - using research from several sources for a diversity of definitions - and then examines specific humor excerpts from the "Blue Collar Comedy Tour" DVD. The excerpts are analyzed using material from Francis Hutcheson, Immanuel Kant, John Morreall, Michael Clark and Sigmund Freud. The three theories discussed are: The Incongruity Theory, the Relief Theory and the Superiority Theory.
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"Michael Clark in his essay, "The Rejection of Humor in Western Thought" writes that laughter and humor should not be seen as the same thing. Clark says philosophers sometimes see laughter "as a form or scorn and humiliation..." and further believes that "to ridicule and humiliate another person just because doing so makes you feel better about yourself, is antisocial at best and curl at worst." By saying a married man rarely has sex with his wife, and that a gay man likewise can't remember the last time he had sex with a woman (since likely he has never had intercourse with a female), Foxworthy is creating laughter by ridiculing both men."
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Economic Model for Monopoly Analysis in Telecommunication, 2006.
An in-depth look at the various economic models prevalent within the telecommunications industry.
12,255 words (approx. 49.0 pages), 100 sources, MLA, $ 236.95
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This paper analyzes how the Telecommunications Act of 1996 sought to end the monopoly that once existed in the telecommunications industry. Since its adoption, the telecommunications industry has been undergoing a period of rapid change and development. The entry of new players into the market encouraged them to seek new ways to attract and keep customers. These changes have led to a rapid influx of new technology and services. Many times what defines a monopoly is not clear in every circumstance and there are many pending lawsuits for violations of Anti-trust laws in the courts today. Economic models are useful in resolving issues of whether a monopoly truly exists, or whether claims are unsubstantiated. Previous models were applicable only in certain situations. These models are unreliable in predicting monopolies outside the parameters for which they were designed. This research evaluates and analyzes economic models that could accurately predict the existence of a monopoly in the Telecommunications sector.
Introduction
Rationale for Study
Scope of Problem
Statement of Hypothesis and Research Questions
Literature Review
Methodology
Sample Population
Data Analysis
Findings
Conclusion
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"The telecommunications industry is important and considered a vital part of our everyday lives. The telecommunications industry represents only a small portion of the country's Gross Domestic Product, only 1-2% (Stigiltz, 1998). While this amount may seem insignificant, the services that it provides are vital to every other sector in the economy. Telecommunications is the backbone of many other sectors.
The Telecommunications Act of 1996 is one of the most highly debated topics in economics. There are some that say that it has been ineffective and that we now have a monopoly again, as a result of mergers and acquisitions. There are others who say that it has had the intended result, but that the movement towards a competitive marketplace does not happen overnight. Poulson (1997) believes that achieving a fair market in Colorado will not be immediate and will take some time. There are others who believe that it is working in some cases and not working in others. Alaska is moving towards a more competitive marketplace on a local level. Rural communities often have a localized monopoly as there are not enough customers to attract competition (APUC, 1997).
Michael Porter states that "Paradoxically, the enduring competitive advantages in a global economy lie increasingly in local things - knowledge, relationships, and motivation that distant rivals cannot match (Porter, 1998). He is referring to what is known as clusters, which he defines as one place of unusual competitive success in particular fields. Examples of clusters can be found across industries and around the globe. Examples of clusters include Silicon Valley, Hollywood, the California Wine Valley and the Italian Leather Fashion sector.
Clusters can be characterized by the interconnected network of suppliers, service providers and producers who are geographically aligned and who have positive dependencies and cooperation with one another. Alfred Marshall's Principles of Economics points out that location based clusters that conduct specific types of business and economic activities form based on the sharing of "tacit" knowledge among business participants. (Krugman, 1991) The success of a cluster depends not only on what operating strategy firms employ, but also on the surrounding business environment. Clusters differ from the traditional definition of a monopoly in that competition and cooperation are vital to the success of the business. According to Porter, there are three overarching ways that clusters influence competition:
1.Productivity of companies is increased by the dynamics of a cluster.
2.Clusters tend to direct the pace of innovation through competition and cooperation.
3.Clusters actually support the growth of new business - each individual business can benefit from the scale of the cluster."
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Hostage Negotiation, 2006.
A consideration of various options for handling hostage negotiations.
1,465 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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This paper discusses methods and techniques for dealing with crises related to hostages. The author contends that adept handling by experts can lead to a peaceful resolution of the situation. Experience, expertise, sharp judgment and quick decision-making should be employed for a successful outcome.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Different Situations
Considerations in Negotiation
Team Building
Well Being of Hostage
Movement of Objects
Prolonging the Situation
Rapport Development
Deception Techniques and Lying
Conclusion
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"Negotiation technique depends upon the circumstances. For example in case of kidnapping the situation can be assessed in four different ways depending upon the kidnappers. "Kidnappers fall into four different categories: the opportunist or novice criminal; the religiously or politically motivated individual; the mentally deranged individual; and the professional criminal" (Zandt, 1993). The situation can also be defined as planned or unplanned. Planned situation occurs in case of political and professional criminals while unplanned situation may arise in case of opportunist or mentally disable person."
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Communication: The Key to Organizational Success, 2006.
Examines the importance of communication in the overall success of an organization.
3,385 words (approx. 13.5 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 96.95
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In today's marketplace, the pressure to succeed is intense. Never before has a company's efficiency and profitability been so closely measured and studied. Without a well-tuned team in place and leadership to motivate and encourage communication and teamwork, a company is doomed to fail. This paper explores the notion that management of communication is a key to organizational success. The paper uses the case of NASA's "Challenger" disaster to examine the issue.
Paper Outline:
Introduction
Organizational Behavior
Leadership
Motivation
Team Building
Communication Failure: The NASA Challenger Disaster
Communication Strategies and Recommendations
Conclusion
References
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"If a leader appears not to be concerned, then more than likely the team members will not be either. Internal cues, both verbal and non-verbal are extremely important to not only success but just day-to-day functioning. In order to avoid a complete break down in communication such as what happened in the Challenger Accident, one recommendation is to institute effective, reliable leadership because that will build trust and communicate skills. First leadership must be put in place then a change of policy can be put into place. There must be consistency with the chain of command where both the product and the use of the product are concerned. Everyone must have the same perception of the organization's objective. Everyone within the organization must be on the same page."
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Media Control in India and Hong Kong, 2005.
This paper discusses that the advent of new technologies, such as cable and satellite television and internet access, are challenging the traditional role of the state as the primary broadcaster of information in India and Hong Kong.
2,155 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 67.95
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This paper stresses that the citizens of the fledgling nations of India and Hong Kong have the freedom of speech; however, both nations have utilized their respective systems of media, from radio in the early stages of India's independence to the state-run television stations, to shape the national culture and identity. The author points out that a function of state broadcasting is nation-building by developing a national identity and by encouraging the integration of different social, political, religious and language groups, which are a requisite for ensuring the success of a young country. The paper states that, barring a shift to totalitarianism, Hong Kong and India can not prevent the continued access of their citizens to the internet and satellite television broadcasts.
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"It should also be noted that STAR TV also reaches India. Pashupati et. al. suggest that the reluctance of government-run media to welcome companies like STAR TV may stem not from their "westernizing" influence but from the decreased advertising revenues that come with competition. This pragmatic approach to examining the relationship between public- and privately-owned media may well explain many of the governments' reservations about welcoming other media outlets (see Pashupati et. al. 2003, pp.266). It is possible that the preservation of national unity and providing information to the citizens is not as high of a priority as producing revenue for the state."
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'Ride-Alongs' and Privacy, 2006.
A paper about the privacy issues involved in press presence during police arrests.
5,984 words (approx. 23.9 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 142.95
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This paper begins with a case study of the "Wilson vs. Layne" case, a case in which news media agents took photographs of a mistaken arrest in a private house. The paper explains the legal process involved with the case, stating that while there were severe privacy breeches in the case, the court was unable to say that the homeowner, Charles Wilson, had experienced a violation of his Fourth Amendment rights. The paper then discusses the issue of media "ride-alongs," a practice in which police take media agents with them to capture images of arrests and police actions. The paper discusses the role of the press in police work, and points out the privacy violations which are a risk of the practice of "ride-alongs."
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"When the appeal was sent to the Supreme Court, the Court granted Charles the 'certiorari'. The case of Wilson vs. Layne gave rise to the question of whether or not when federal and state officials issue an arrest warrant to a citizen, either at his home or elsewhere, can they allow the media to accompany them on their official duty? And would such an arrest warrant, when it is issued at the home of the individual, be considered to be a violation of a homeowner's Fourth Amendment protection as under 'unlawful search and seizure'? In this particular case, the Court held the ruling that if the media were to be present during the execution of an arrest warrant, then it was to be considered that it was in no way at all related to what the officials were doing during their course of work. The media dose in no way assist the officials, and in the same manner, they have nothing whatsoever to do with the execution of the arrest warrant."
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Improving Communication in the Healthcare Field, 2006.
This paper analyzes the importance of effective communication in the field of healthcare while focusing primarily on its relevance in hospital settings.
1,839 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 58.95
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The writer of this paper examines the lack of adequate communication in the healthcare industry. The writer contends and explains that a large number of health care professionals are not capable of effectively communicating the inherent risks during medical procedures to either the patient or those closely associated with the patient such as their spouse or family member. This paper explores the issues of teamwork, dialogue and contact which are the crux of risk management while discussing the strategies and methods that need to be implemented in order to effectively improve the communication skills of healthcare workers. This paper details the measures implemented by both the UCLA and New York Presbyterian teaching hospitals which pertain to this specific topic.
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"The ability adequately communicate risk levels amongst providers can become difficult. Also, hasty words can create a misperception in the minds of patients, if a doctor speaks too casually. "Science cannot prove a negative, but, where their children are concerned, parents want to be assured that risk is zero," and it is tempting for doctors to ignore communicating data, for fear of communication the issue. Some suggest, regarding all procedures, establishing a comprehensive 'Richter scale' of risks to communicate data to remove the potential for misunderstanding--for example, identifying the riskiest scenarios, and flagging them for hospital staff, or using the 'pain scale' amongst all hospital staff and on paperwork of 1-10 to communicate how much pain a patient is in, on a feeling level, as well as the state of health according to traditional medical data."
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"The Financial Times", 2006.
This paper presented as a case study focuses on the current status and positioning of the "Financial Times" in the global media market.
1,613 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This paper details the strengths and weaknesses of "The Financial Times" an international business newspaper. Several of the strengths cited in this report include the paper's strong brand-name and solid reputation for scrupulous and reliable reporting while its weaknesses include difficulties in raising circulation numbers while trying to compete with its main rival "The Wall Street Journal." This paper supplies a concise analysis into the current standing of the "Financial Times" by focusing on the results of seven specific studies including the SWOT analysis, PESTEL analysis and Michael Porter's Five Forces Analysis. This paper delves into the various opportunities and strategies available to the 'Financial Times" that will invariably improve the current standing of the publication such as expansion into existing global markets. The writer of this paper contends and explains how and why the "Financial Times" must learn to diversify and adapt to the global market if it intends to remain a prominent and respected publication. This paper also contains an graph illustrating the "Financial Times" standing in the global media market.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
SWOT Analysis
PESTEL Analysis
Michael Porter's Five Forces Analysis
Michael Porter's Generic Strategies
Michael Porter's Value Chain
The Boston Matrix
Ansoff Matrix
Conclusion
References
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"Michael Porter's Generic Strategies are: Cost leadership, differentiation, cost focus, and differentiation focus. Financial Times has successfully utilized an industry wide differentiation strategy. They have touted themselves as the most reliable news source in the industry. And, by utilizing pieces like the FT PM, they have further differentiated themselves from many of the competitors who do not offer this teaser preview sheet. Michael Porter's Value Chain analysis involves analyzing: inbound logistics, operations, outbound logistics, marketing and sales, and service. Financial Times' inbound logistics include their newsgathering facets. The organization has a staff of qualified reporters and editors that are in control of the input materials."
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XML and Information Systems, 2006.
This paper focuses on the significance of extensible markup language, better known as XML which enables effective communication between various information systems and databases.
1,202 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper examines the numerous uses for XML type formatting as it pertains to the storing or filing of data in an information system. The writer contends and explains that XML is considered a standard method for storing information and is deemed the ideal choice for use in a system that requires some form of communication via an arbitrary or unknown program. This paper discusses the manner in which computer programmers as well as Unix developers make use of XML while also comparing its effectiveness and functionality to Unix text formats, which are preferred by various experts in the field. This paper also explores how XML is used in various forms of online communication such as instant messaging.
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"One of the easiest ways for a programmer to save data to a file or stream it across a network is to simply dump the data structures, unaltered from memory. Such data dumps are easy for the program that created them to read, and quite difficult for anything else. This has traditionally been a popular technique among Windows developers; Unix developers have traditionally preferred text-based file formats. (Raymond 2003) Traditional Unix text formats, while easy to parse, even without knowing the internal details of the program that created them are not formally standardized. Generally, a program must by specifically designed to read and write another program's file or stream format. XML provides a generic tool for doing so, often supported by an external library. The XML syntax should look familiar to any Lisp programmer; Lisp property lists have exactly the same structure as XML documents, and have served the same purpose since long before XML was intented."
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Fiber Optics, 2006.
This paper examines the science of fiber optics while also discussing its impact in the field of telecommunications.
1,226 words (approx. 4.9 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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This paper traces the roots of fiber optic technology back to the 19th century when a British physicist first discovered the phenomenon of total internal reflection of light. The writer of this paper clearly details the makeup of fiber optics, which are thin strands of purified glass that transfer information in the form of light. This paper examines the various uses for fiber optics, as well as the advancements made to this particular technology which are constantly evolving. This paper also analyzes the manner in which fiber optic technology has revolutionized the field of telecommunications.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
History of Fiber Optics
Design
Fiber Optics (Advantages and Disadvantages)
Advancement of Fiber Optic Technology
Conclusion
Bibliography
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"Optical fibers are nothing but thin strands of highly purified glass that transmit data in the form of light. These individual glass strands have a diameter of around 120 micrometers and are bundled together as optical cables that can transmit data upto 50 Km without the need for repeaters. Each optic fiber can be divided into three distinct layers namely the innermost layer or the core, the cladding layer that immediately covers the core and the outermost buffer coating made of plastic that is designed to protect the fiber from weather and other external damages. While the core is the glass medium on which light travels the cladding layer is used to reflect the escaping light back into the core and thus minimize the optical signal loss. The lower refractive index of the cladding material facilitates reflection of light back into the core region. Thus by using total internal reflection, optical fibers can carry data in the form of light pulses over large distances with little loss."
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