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  • 1
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    Online Resource
    London : Routledge
    ISBN: 9781317488545
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (128 pages)
    Series Statement: The Art of Living Ser
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als Fudge, Erica Pets
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    Keywords: Pet owners -- Psychology ; Human-animal relationships ; Pets -- Social aspects ; Electronic books ; local ; Human-animal relationships ; Pet owners ; Psychology ; Pets ; Social aspects ; Electronic books ; Haustiere ; Soziologie ; Pets ; Social aspects
    Abstract: 'When I play with my cat, who knows if I am not a pastime to her more than she is to me?' - Michel de Montaigne. Why do we live with pets? Is there something more to our relationship with them than simply companionship? What is it we look for in our pets and what does this say about us as human beings? In this fascinating book, Erica Fudge explores the nature of this most complex of relationships and the difficulties of knowing what it is that one is living with when one chooses to share a home with an animal. Fudge argues that our capacity for compassion and ability to live alongside others is evident in our relationships with our pets, those paradoxical creatures who give us a sense of comfort and security while simultaneously troubling the categories human and animal. For what is a pet if it isn't a fully-fledged member of the human family? This book proposes that by crossing over these boundaries pets help construct who it is we think we are. Drawing on the works of modern writers, such as J. M. Coetzee, Elizabeth Marshall Thomas and Jacques Derrida, Fudge shows how pets have been used to think with and to undermine our easy conceptions of human, animal and home. Indeed, "Pets" shows our obsession with domestic animals that reveals many of the paradoxes, contra - dictions and ambiguities of life. Living with pets provides thought-provoking perspectives on our notions of possession and mastery, mutuality and cohabitation, love and dominance. We might think of pets as simply happy, loved additions to human homes but as this captivating book reveals perhaps it is the pets that make the home and without pets perhaps we might not be the humans we think we are. For anyone who has ever wondered, like Montaigne, what their cat is thinking, it will be illuminating reading.
    Abstract: Cover -- Half Title -- Title -- Dedication -- Copyright -- Contents -- Acknowledgements -- 1. Introduction -- 2. Living with pets -- 3. Thinking with pets -- 4. Being with pets -- 5. Conclusion -- Further reading -- Bibliography -- Index.
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  • 2
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    [Berkeley, Calif.?] : New Riders
    ISBN: 9780133440973 , 0133440974
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 2nd ed.
    Keywords: Business presentations ; Design ; Multimedia systems in business presentations ; Business presentations ; Graphic methods ; Computer programs ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Creating and delivering a successful presentation today often means breaking through the noise and allowing your audience to focus on you and your message. You can have a great impact using simple design choices in your presentations but you just need to know where to start. Here to guide you on your journey is best-selling author and popular speaker Garr Reynolds, whose design wisdom and advice will open your eyes and give you new ways to look at your slides. Filled with practical insights and plenty of examples, you'll learn how to design effective presentations that contain text, data, color, images, and video. Once the design guidelines are established, you will benefit from Garr's years of experience as a master presenter and learn how you can achieve an overall harmony and balance using the powerful tenet of simplicity. Not only will you discover how to design your slides for more professional-looking presentations, you'll learn to communicate more clearly and will accomplish the goal of making a stronger, more lasting connection with your audience.
    Note: Previous ed.: 2010. - Includes index. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed Jan. 17, 2014)
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  • 3
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    Upper Saddle River, N.J. : Addison-Wesley
    ISBN: 9780133440195 , 0133440192
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Apache Cassandra ; Non-relational databases ; Application software ; Development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Build and Deploy Massively Scalable, Super-fast Data Management Applications with Apache Cassandra Practical Cassandra is the first hands-on developer's guide to building Cassandra systems and applications that deliver breakthrough speed, scalability, reliability, and performance. Fully up to date, it reflects the latest versions of Cassandra-including Cassandra Query Language (CQL), which dramatically lowers the learning curve for Cassandra developers. Pioneering Cassandra developers and Datastax MVPs Russell Bradberry and Eric Lubow walk you through every step of building a real production application that can store enormous amounts of structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data. Drawing on their exceptional expertise, Bradberry and Lubow share practical insights into issues ranging from querying to deployment, management, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting. The authors cover key issues, from architecture to migration, and guide you through crucial decisions about configuration and data modeling. They provide tested sample code, detailed explanations of how Cassandra works "under the covers," and new case studies from three cutting-edge users: Ooyala, Hailo, and eBay. Coverage includes Understanding Cassandra's approach, architecture, key concepts, and primary use cases- and why it's so blazingly fast Getting Cassandra up and running on single nodes and large clusters Applying the new design patterns, philosophies, and features that make Cassandra such a powerful data store Leveraging CQL to simplify your transition from SQL-based RDBMSes Deploying and provisioning through the cloud or on bare-metal hardware Choosing the right configuration options for each type of workload Tweaking Cassandra to get maximum performance from your hardware, OS, and JVM Mastering Cassandra's essential tools for maintenance and monitoring Efficiently solving the most common problems with Cassandra deployment, operation, and application development
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  • 4
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    Upper Saddle River, N.J. : Pearson Education
    ISBN: 9780132905282 , 0132905280
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Valuation ; Corporations ; Finance ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Master corporate valuation: the financial art and science of accurately valuing any business. George Chacko's Applied Corporate Finance: Valuation is the first valuation book to combine true academic rigor with the practical skills you need to successfully value companies in the real world. Renowned financial instructor and investment manager George Chacko focuses on concepts, techniques, tools, and methodologies that lead directly to accurate valuations, and explains each key concept with up-to-date examples. One step at a time, Chacko develops a practical, rigorous approach to conducting valuation, addressing the projection of financial statements, calculation of free cash flows, risk-adjusted cost of capital, and leading methodologies including WACC, flow-to-equity, and Adjusted Present Value (APV). By avoiding elementary content that financial managers, analysts, and MBA-level finance students already know, this book can focus more tightly on the realistic techniques and advanced issues practitioners are actually concerned with. Coverage includes: market value and accounting balance sheets, cash cycles, the DuPont formula, financial distress, and capital as a risk buffer; constructing pro-formas, projecting and bridging financing shortfalls, and planning sustainable growth; sources/uses of cash, cash income statements, pro-forma balance sheet changes, working capital, depreciation, and capital expenditures; risk-free cost, investment risks, and diversifiable vs. idiosyncratic risks; NPV, APV, Optimal Debt Ratios, Capital Structure Dynamics, Terminal Value Calculations, and more. For all finance professionals, analysts, and MBA students who need to sharpen their skills in valuation and related areas of corporate finance, accounting, or strategic planning .
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  • 5
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    Upper Saddle River, N.J. : Pearson, c2014 : [Verlag nicht ermittelbar]
    ISBN: 9780133407310 , 0133407314
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 3rd ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Organizational change ; Planning ; Group decision making ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: As many as 60% of organizational change initiatives fail. This means that many normally successful, motivated, and determined managers nonetheless struggle to lead change effectively. Most of those leadership failures share a common cause: managers mistakenly believe that organizational change is brought about by changing the organization. The truth is this: organizations change only as much or as fast as individuals change. And, to change individual behavior, you must first change the mental maps guiding that behavior. In It Starts with One, Third Edition, J. Stewart Black identifies the three critical "brain barriers" managers must break through in order to start, deepen, and sustain needed change. With new cases, examples, and tools for executing successful change initiatives, this edition dives even more deeply into the personal aspects of leading strategic change - as well as the unique challenges posed by driving change in global business environments. One step at a time, Black shows how to use their tools and techniques to bring solutions to life -- and transform change from a hope to a profitable reality.
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  • 6
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    Online Resource
    Indianapolis, Ind. : Que
    ISBN: 9780133391626 , 0133391620
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 4th ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: iPad (Computer) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Supercharge your business effectiveness with any model of iPad-in the office, on the road, everywhere! Do you have an iPad? Put it to work! If you're a manager, entrepreneur, or professional... a consultant, salesperson, or freelancer... this book will make you more efficient, more effective, and more successful! Your iPad at Work includes the latest information about all iPad models running iOS 7 (or later), whether the tablet is equipped with Wi-Fi only or Wi-Fi + Cellular Internet connectivity. It's packed with easy , nontechnical business solutions you can use right now-each presented with quick, foolproof, full-color instructions.Securely connect your iPad to your network; sync your email, contacts, calendar, Office documents, and smartphone; make the most of iPad's latest productivity apps; capture up-to-the-minute news and financial data; even discover powerful specialized apps for your job and your industry. You already know how much fun your iPad is, now discover how incredibly productive it can make you! Secure your iPad with passwords and data encryption Connect your iPad to a wireless printer Discover today's most powerful iPad business apps Manage your contacts and relationships with a Contact Relationship Manager (CRM) app Do your word processing, spreadsheet, and database management while on the go Access your email and surf the Web from almost anywhere Make winning sales and business presentations from your iPad Read PC and Mac files, from Microsoft Office to Adobe PDF Use your iPad more efficiently on the road and while traveling Manage your company's social networking presence from your tablet Participate in real-time video calls and virtual meetings using FaceTime, Skype, or another app Create and distribute iPad content, or have a custom app developed for your business
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  • 7
    ISBN: 9780133373417 , 013337341X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 2nd ed.
    Keywords: XPages ; Application software ; Development ; Internet programming ; Web site development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: IBM's Best-Selling Guide to XPages Development-Now Updated and Expanded for Lotus Notes/Domino 9.0.1 XPages instantly revolutionized Notes/Domino application development, and the newest versions deliver unprecedented performance and flexibility. Now, the popular insider's guide to XPages development has been updated and expanded to reflect all these improvements, through IBM Notes/Domino 9.0.1 and beyond. Three key members of the IBM XPages team have brought together comprehensive knowledge for delivering outstanding solutions. They have added several hundred pages of new content, including four new chapters. Drawing on their unsurpassed experience, they present new tips, samples, and best practices reflecting the platform's growing maturity. Writing for both XPages newcomers and experts, they cover the entire project lifecycle, including problem debugging, performance optimization, and application scalability. This second edition of Mastering XPages fully addresses enhancements to the XPages data sources for Domino views and documents; the latest XPages mobile library; the new Domino Designer Server-Side JavaScript debugger; and improvements to integrated technologies such as Dojo and CKEditor. Nearly every chapter contains at least one downloadable sample application, offering extensive hands-on practice. This guide concludes with complete references to XSP tags, relevant Java/JavaScript classes, and XSP style classes. Coverage includes * Understanding XPages' development paradigm, tooling, runtime framework, and application architecture * Configuring Domino Designer and integrating XPages Extension Library * Constructing application logic and using data binding controls * Reading/writing Notes documents: from use cases to design properties * Using Views, including examples of accessing calendars via REST * Making the most of Notes/Domino 9.0's new DataView control * Coding: from the basics to fully customized behavior * Advanced scripting: AJAX, Dojo, Functions, managed beans, and more * Extending the Rich Text Editor's functionality * Building and consuming new controls with Extensibility APIs * Taking web applications offline in the Notes client * Building mobile apps: controls, design patterns, and best practices * Debugging Server-Side JavaScript with Domino Designer 9.0 * Creating apps that look and work great-for local and global audiences * Systematically optimizing performance and scalability * Protecting data and users: lever...
    Note: Includes index. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed May 7, 2014)
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  • 8
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    Online Resource
    San Francisco, CA : New Riders
    ISBN: 9780133154214 , 0133154211
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Photography, Artistic ; Portrait photography ; Celebrities ; Portraits ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: After beginning his career as a photojournalist for a daily newspaper in southern California, Dan Winters moved to New York to begin a celebrated career that has since led to more than one hundred awards, including the Alfred Eisenstaedt Award for Magazine Photography. An immensely respected portrait photographer, Dan is well known for an impeccable use of light, color, and depth in his evocative images. In Road to Seeing , Dan shares his journey to becoming a photographer, as well as key moments in his career that have influenced and informed the decisions he has made and the path he has taken. Though this book appeals to the broader photography audience, it speaks primarily to the student of photography-whether enrolled in school or not-and addresses such topics as creating a visual language; the history of photography; the portfolio; street photography; personal projects; his portraiture work; and the need for key characteristics such as perseverance, awareness, curiosity, and reverence. By relaying both personal experiences and a kind of philosophy on photography, Road to Seeing tells the reader how one photographer carved a path for himself, and in so doing, helps equip the reader to forge his own.
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  • 9
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    Online Resource
    Amsterdam : Elsevier, Morgan Kaufmann is an imprint of Elsevier
    ISBN: 9780124172937 , 0124172938
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Object-oriented methods (Computer science) ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Object-Oriented Analysis and Design for Information Systems clearly explains real object-oriented programming in practice. Expert author Raul Sidnei Wazlawick explains concepts such as object responsibility, visibility and the real need for delegation in detail. The object-oriented code generated by using these concepts in a systematic way is concise, organized and reusable. The patterns and solutions presented in this book are based in research and industrial applications. You will come away with clarity regarding processes and use cases and a clear understand of how to expand a use case. Wazlawick clearly explains clearly how to build meaningful sequence diagrams. Object-Oriented Analysis and Design for Information Systems illustrates how and why building a class model is not just placing classes into a diagram. You will learn the necessary organizational patterns so that your software architecture will be maintainable. Learn how to build better class models, which are more maintainable and understandable. Write use cases in a more efficient and standardized way, using more effective and less complex diagrams. Build true object-oriented code with division of responsibility and delegation.
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  • 10
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    Online Resource
    London ; : Elsevier
    ISBN: 9780124167452 , 0124167454
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 1st ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Mathematical optimization ; Algorithms ; Nature ; Mathematics ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Nature-Inspired Optimization Algorithms provides a systematic introduction to all major nature-inspired algorithms for optimization. The book's unified approach, balancing algorithm introduction, theoretical background and practical implementation, complements extensive literature with well-chosen case studies to illustrate how these algorithms work. Topics include particle swarm optimization, ant and bee algorithms, simulated annealing, cuckoo search, firefly algorithm, bat algorithm, flower algorithm, harmony search, algorithm analysis, constraint handling, hybrid methods, parameter tuning and control, as well as multi-objective optimization. This book can serve as an introductory book for graduates, doctoral students and lecturers in computer science, engineering and natural sciences. It can also serve a source of inspiration for new applications. Researchers and engineers as well as experienced experts will also find it a handy reference. Discusses and summarizes the latest developments in nature-inspired algorithms with comprehensive, timely literature Provides a theoretical understanding as well as practical implementation hints Provides a step-by-step introduction to each algorithm
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  • 11
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    Online Resource
    Oxford, UK ; : Academic Press
    ISBN: 9780124167445 , 0124167446
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 1st ed.
    Keywords: Boundary element methods ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Boundary Element Method for Plate Analysis offers one of the first systematic and detailed treatments of the application of BEM to plate analysis and design. Aiming to fill in the knowledge gaps left by contributed volumes on the topic and increase the accessibility of the extensive journal literature covering BEM applied to plates, author John T. Katsikadelis draws heavily on his pioneering work in the field to provide a complete introduction to theory and application. Beginning with a chapter of preliminary mathematical background to make the book a self-contained resource, Katsikadelis moves on to cover the application of BEM to basic thin plate problems and more advanced problems. Each chapter contains several examples described in detail and closes with problems to solve. Presenting the BEM as an efficient computational method for practical plate analysis and design, Boundary Element Method for Plate Analysis is a valuable reference for researchers, students and engineers working with BEM and plate challenges within mechanical, civil, aerospace and marine engineering. One of the first resources dedicated to boundary element analysis of plates, offering a systematic and accessible introductory to theory and application Authored by a leading figure in the field whose pioneering work has led to the development of BEM as an efficient computational method for practical plate analysis and design Includes mathematical background, examples and problems in one self-contained resource
    Note: Includes bibliographical references and index. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed Aug. 15, 2014)
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  • 12
    ISBN: 9780124166981 , 0124166989
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Pricing ; Bundling (Marketing) ; Marketing ; Demand (Economic theory) ; Consumption (Economics) ; Computer software industry ; Case studies ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Freemium Economics presents a practical, instructive approach to successfully implementing the freemium model into your software products by building analytics into product design from the earliest stages of development. Your freemium product generates vast volumes of data, but using that data to maximize conversion, boost retention, and deliver revenue can be challenging if you don't fully understand the impact that small changes can have on revenue. In this book, author Eric Seufert provides clear guidelines for using data and analytics through all stages of development to optimize your implementation of the freemium model. Freemium Economics de-mystifies the freemium model through an exploration of its core, data-oriented tenets, so that you can apply it methodically rather than hoping that conversion and revenue will naturally follow product launch. Learn how to apply data science and big data principles in freemium product design and development to maximize conversion, boost retention, and deliver revenue Gain a broad introduction to the conceptual economic pillars of freemium and a complete understanding of the unique approaches needed to acquire users and convert them from free to paying customers Get practical tips and analytical guidance to successfully implement the freemium model Understand the metrics and infrastructure required to measure the success of a freemium product and improve it post-launch Includes a detailed explanation of the lifetime customer value (LCV) calculation and step-by-step instructions for implementing key performance indicators in a simple, universally-accessible tool like Excel
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  • 13
    ISBN: 9780124166332 , 0124166334
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 2nd ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Information warfare ; Computer networks ; Security measures ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Cyber Warfare, Second Edition, takes a comprehensive look at how and why digital warfare is waged. The book explores the participants, battlefields, and the tools and techniques used in today's digital conflicts. The concepts discussed gives students of information security a better idea of how cyber conflicts are carried out now, how they will change in the future, and how to detect and defend against espionage, hacktivism, insider threats and non-state actors such as organized criminals and terrorists. This book provides concrete examples and real-world guidance on how to identify and defend a network against malicious attacks. It probes relevant technical and factual information from an insider's point of view, as well as the ethics, laws and consequences of cyber war and how computer criminal law may change as a result. Logical, physical, and psychological weapons used in cyber warfare are discussed. This text will appeal to information security practitioners, network security administrators, computer system administrators, and security analysts. Provides concrete examples and real-world guidance on how to identify and defend your network against malicious attacks Dives deeply into relevant technical and factual information from an insider's point of view Details the ethics, laws and consequences of cyber war and how computer criminal law may change as a result
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  • 14
    ISBN: 9780124116221 , 0124116221
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: X-Ways Forensics (Computer program) ; Forensic sciences ; Criminal investigation ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: The X-Ways Forensics Practitioner's Guide is more than a manual-it's a complete reference guide to the full use of one of the most powerful forensic applications available, software that is used by a wide array of law enforcement agencies and private forensic examiners on a daily basis. In the X-Ways Forensics Practitioner's Guide, the authors provide you with complete coverage of this powerful tool, walking you through configuration and X-Ways fundamentals, and then moving through case flow, creating and importing hash databases, digging into OS artifacts, and conducting searches. With X-Ways Forensics Practitioner's Guide, you will be able to use X-Ways Forensics to its fullest potential without any additional training. The book takes you from installation to the most advanced features of the software. Once you are familiar with the basic components of X-Ways, the authors demonstrate never-before-documented features using real life examples and information on how to present investigation results. The book culminates with chapters on reporting, triage and preview methods, as well as electronic discovery and cool X-Ways apps. Provides detailed explanations of the complete forensic investigation processe using X-Ways Forensics. Goes beyond the basics: hands-on case demonstrations of never-before-documented features of X-Ways. Provides the best resource of hands-on information to use X-Ways Forensics.
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  • 15
    ISBN: 9780124104525 , 0124104525
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Logistic regression analysis ; Artificial intelligence ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Calculus of Thought: Neuromorphic Logistic Regression in Cognitive Machines is a must-read for all scientists about a very simple computation method designed to simulate big-data neural processing. This book is inspired by the Calculus Ratiocinator idea of Gottfried Leibniz, which is that machine computation should be developed to simulate human cognitive processes, thus avoiding problematic subjective bias in analytic solutions to practical and scientific problems. The reduced error logistic regression (RELR) method is proposed as such a "Calculus of Thought." This book reviews how RELR's completely automated processing may parallel important aspects of explicit and implicit learning in neural processes. It emphasizes the fact that RELR is really just a simple adjustment to already widely used logistic regression, along with RELR's new applications that go well beyond standard logistic regression in prediction and explanation. Readers will learn how RELR solves some of the most basic problems in today's big and small data related to high dimensionality, multi-colinearity, and cognitive bias in capricious outcomes commonly involving human behavior. Provides a high-level introduction and detailed reviews of the neural, statistical and machine learning knowledge base as a foundation for a new era of smarter machines Argues that smarter machine learning to handle both explanation and prediction without cognitive bias must have a foundation in cognitive neuroscience and must embody similar explicit and implicit learning principles that occur in the brain Offers a new neuromorphic foundation for machine learning based upon the reduced error logistic regression (RELR) method and provides simple examples of RELR computations in toy problems that can be accessed in spreadsheet workbooks through a companion website
    Note: Includes bibliographical references and index. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed Jan. 6, 2014)
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  • 16
    ISBN: 9780124095328 , 0124095321
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (xiv, 282 p.) , ill.
    Edition: 3rd ed.
    Keywords: Fluid dynamic measurements ; Flow meters ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: There is a tendency to make flow measurement a highly theoretical and technical subject but what most influences quality measurement is the practical application of meters, metering principles, and metering equipment and the use of quality equipment that can continue to function through the years with proper maintenance have the most influence in obtaining quality measurement. This guide provides a review of basic laws and principles, an overview of physical characteristics and behavior of gases and liquids, and a look at the dynamics of flow. The authors examine applications of specific meters, readout and related devices, and proving systems. Practical guidelines for the meter in use, condition of the fluid, details of the entire metering system, installation and operation, and the timing and quality of maintenance are also included. This book is dedicated to condensing and sharing the authors' extensive experience in solving flow measurement problems with design engineers, operating personnel (from top supervisors to the newest testers), academically-based engineers, engineers of the manufacturers of flow meter equipment, worldwide practitioners, theorists, and people just getting into the business. The authors' many years of experience are brought to bear in a thorough review of fluid flow measurement methods and applications Avoids theory and focuses on presentation of practical data for the novice and veteran engineer Useful for a wide range of engineers and technicians (as well as students) in a wide range of industries and applications
    Note: Includes bibliographical references and index. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed May 22, 2014)
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  • 17
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    Waltham, MA : Morgan Kaufmann
    ISBN: 9780124080553 , 0124080553
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Temporal databases ; Business ; Data processing ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Bitemporal data has always been important. But it was not until 2011 that the ISO released a SQL standard that supported it. Currently, among major DBMS vendors, Oracle, IBM and Teradata now provide at least some bitemporal functionality in their flagship products. But to use these products effectively, someone in your IT organization needs to know more than how to code bitemporal SQL statements. Perhaps, in your organization, that person is you. To correctly interpret business requests for temporal data, to correctly specify requirements to your IT development staff, and to correctly design bitemporal databases and applications, someone in your enterprise needs a deep understanding of both the theory and the practice of managing bitemporal data. Someone also needs to understand what the future may bring in the way of additional temporal functionality, so their enterprise can plan for it. Perhaps, in your organization, that person is you. This is the book that will show the do-it-yourself IT professional how to design and build bitemporal databases and how to write bitemporal transactions and queries, and will show those who will direct the use of vendor-provided bitemporal DBMSs exactly what is going on "under the covers" of that software. Explains the business value of bitemporal data in terms of the information that can be provided by bitemporal tables and not by any other form of temporal data, including history tables, version tables, snapshot tables, or slowly-changing dimensions Provides an integrated account of the mathematics, logic, ontology and semantics of relational theory and relational databases, in terms of which current relational theory and practice can be seen as unnecessarily constrained to the management of nontemporal and incompletely temporal data Explains how bitemporal tables can provide the time-variance and nonvolatility hitherto lacking in Inmon historical data warehouses Explains how bitemporal dimensions can replace slowly-changing dimensions in Kimball star schemas, and why they should do so Describes several extensions to the current theory and practice of bitemporal data, including the use of episodes, "whenever" temporal transactions and queries, and future transaction time Points out a basic error in the ISO's bitemporal SQL standard, and warns practitioners against the use of that faulty functionality. Recommends six extensions to the ISO standard which will increase the business value of bitemporal data Poi...
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  • 18
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    Waltham, MA : Elsevier
    ISBN: 9780124076570 , 0124076572
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Internet marketing ; Branding (Marketing) ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: In 1997, Bill Gates famously said "Content is king." Since then, the digital marketing world has been scrambling to fulfill this promise, as we finally shift our focus to what consumers really want from our brands: a conversation. The Digital Crown walks you through the essentials of crafting great content: the fundamentals of branding, messaging, business goal alignment, and creating portable, mobile content that is future-ready. Systems create freedom, and within this book you'll learn the seven critical rules to align your internal and external content processes, including putting your audience first, involving stakeholders early and often, and creating multidisciplinary content teams. Complete with case studies and experience drawn directly from global content projects, you are invited to observe the inner workings of successful content engagements. You'll learn how to juggle the demands of IT, design, and content teams, while acquiring all the practical tools you need to devise a roadmap for connecting and engaging with your customers. This is your next step on the journey to creating and managing winning content to engage your audience and keep them coming back for more. Discover easy-to-follow, simple breakdowns of the major ideas behind engaging with your customer Learn both the theoretical and practical applications of content and communication on-line Maximize on the case studies and real-world examples, enabling you to find the best fit for your own business
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    Waltham, MA : Newnes
    ISBN: 9780124078307 , 0124078303
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 2nd ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: UML (Computer science) ; Real-time programming ; Embedded computer systems ; Programming ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Written as a workbook with a set of guided exercises that teach by example, this book gives a practical, hands-on guide to using UML to design and implement embedded and real-time systems. A review of the basics of UML and the Harmony process for embedded software development: two on-going case examples to teach the concepts, a small-scale traffic light control system and a large scale unmanned air vehicle show the applications of UML to the specification, analysis and design of embedded and real-time systems in general. A building block approach: a series of progressive worked exercises with step-by-step explanations of the complete solution, clearly demonstrating how to convert concepts into actual designs. A walk through of the phases of an incremental spiral process: posing the problems and the solutions for requirements analysis, object analysis, architectural design, mechanistic design, and detailed design.
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    Indianapolis, IN : Que
    ISBN: 9780133813258 , 0133813258
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Kindle Fire (Computer) ; Tablet computers ; Pocket computers ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Step-by-step instructions with callouts to Kindle Fire HDX photos that show you exactly what to do Help when you run into Kindle Fire HDX problems or limitations Tips and Notes to help you get the most from your Kindle Fire HDX Full-color, step-by-step tasks walk you through getting and keeping your Kindle Fire HDX working just the way you want. Learn how to: Quickly set up your Kindle Fire HDX or HD Connect to practically any network, including unlisted WiFi networks Smoothly transfer content between cloud, computer, and tablet Find your favorite books, audiobooks, newspapers, or magazines Read and write reviews at Amazon's global Goodreads community Move your Amazon printed book purchases online with MatchBook Play your music and video, wherever it comes from (even iTunes) Display movies on your TV and use Kindle Fire as a remote Control subscriptions so you pay for only the content you want Do more than ever with the newest Kindle Fire apps Connect via Facebook, Twitter, Skype, and email Edit personal documents and photos on your Kindle Fire HDX Manage your life, contacts, and calendar on your Kindle Fire HDX Make the most of Kindle Fire's built-in cameras Browse the Web with Kindle Fire's newly-upgraded Silk browser Find great apps for kids and control how they use Kindle Fire Get free Amazon personal support whenever you need it
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    Indianapolis, Ind. : Sams
    ISBN: 9780133791648 , 0133791645
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Sams teach yourself
    Keywords: Microsoft Windows (Computer file) ; Application software ; Development ; Operating systems (Computers) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Learn how to build great Windows Store apps! Figures and code appear as they do in Visual Studio. In just 24 sessions of one hour or less, Sams Teach Yourself Windows 8.1 Apps with XAML and C# in 24 Hours will help you build compelling apps for Windows 8.1 devices of all kinds. Using this book's straightforward approach, you'll learn to design and build apps, create flexible user interfaces, handle inputs, integrate controls, and more. Step by step, you'll discover how to leverage XAML's visual richness and the immense power of Windows 8.1. Every lesson builds on what you've already learned, giving you a rock-solid foundation for real-world success! Step-by-step instructions carefully walk you through today's most common XAML and C# development tasks. Quizzes at the end of each chapter help you test your knowledge. Notes present interesting information related to the discussion. Tips offer advice or show you easier ways to perform tasks. Cautions alert you to possible problems and give you advice on how to avoid them. Learn how to... Create user interfaces that adapt to any device, from tablets to high-def TVs Handle input from touch, mouse, pen, and keyboard Manage the entire Windows 8.1 app lifecycle and all execution states Master powerful XAML controls for text, images, audio, video, and more Integrate vector graphics that scale perfectly to any size Apply rich animations Work with styles, templates, and visual states Exploit the Windows charms within your apps Take full advantage of data binding and contracts Read data from sensors and control external devices Provide dynamic updates via live tiles, notifications, and the lock screen Discover the many ways to monetize your Windows Store apps
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  • 22
    ISBN: 9780124045910 , 012404591X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Engineering design ; Textbooks ; Sustainable engineering ; Textbooks ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Designed for use in engineering design courses, and as a reference for industry professionals learning sustainable design concepts and practical methods, Sustainability in Engineering Design focuses on designers as the driving force behind sustainable products. This book introduces sustainability concepts and explains the application of sustainable methods to the engineering design process. The book also covers important design topics such as project and team management, client management, performance prediction, and the social and environmental effects of sustainable engineering design. These concepts and methods are supported with a wealth of worked examples, discussion questions, and primary case studies to aid comprehension. Applies research-based methods to achieve real-world results for rapidly evolving industry trends Focuses on design engineers as the starting point of creating sustainable design Provides practical methods and design tools to guide engineering designers in creating sustainably designed and engineering products Incorporates all aspects of sustainable engineering design, including the material selection, production, and marketing of products Includes cutting-edge sustainable design model case studies based on the authors' own research and experiences
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  • 23
    ISBN: 9780133761696 , 013376169X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Market segmentation ; Revenue management ; Consumer profiling ; Research ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Today, the effective marketing analytics executive is even more important than the brilliant data scientist. That's because successful analytics investments now require executive-level orchestration of many elements that go far beyond conventional definitions of analytics. Marketing and Sales Analytics examines the experiences of sales/marketing leaders and practitioners who have successfully built high value analytics capabilities in multiple industries. Then, drawing on their experiences, top analytics consultant Cesar Brea introduces overarching frameworks and specific tools that can help you achieve the same levels of success in your own organization. Brea shows how to: Establish the "ecosystemic" conditions for analytic success Reconcile the diverse perspectives that impact analytics initiatives ("Business v. IT," "Sales v. Marketing," "Analysts v. Creatives v. Managers," and "Everyone v. Finance") Decide what success will "look like" Agree on the questions to ask Organize both internal and external data Establish operational flexibility, and balance flexibility with efficiency Recruit the right people and organize them optimally Intelligently decide what to do yourself, and what to hire vendors for Balance research, analytics, and testing Implement proven research, analytics, and testing strategies Deliver results through storytelling (and recognize its limitations) Control the biases that creep into analytics research Maintain momentum, implement governance, and "keep score"
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    Waltham, Mass. : Academic Press
    ISBN: 9780123972705
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (xx, 819 p.) , ill.
    Edition: 2nd ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Solar energy ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Energy policy promoting sustainable development is transforming global energy markets. Solar power, the most abundant of all renewable resources, is crucial to greater achieving energy security and sustainability. This new edition of Solar Energy Engineering: Processes and Systems from Prof. Soteris Kalogirou, a renowned expert with over thirty years of experience in renewable energy systems and applications, includes revised and updated chapters on all areas of solar energy engineering from the fundamentals to the highest level of current research. The book includes high interest topics such as solar collectors, solar water heating, solar space heating and cooling, industrial process heat, solar desalination, photovoltaic technology, solar thermal power systems, modeling of solar energy systems and includes a new chapter on wind energy systems. As solar energy's vast potential environmental and socioeconomic benefits are broadly recognized, the second edition of Solar Energy Engineering: Processes and Systems will provide professionals and students with a resource on the basic principles and applications of solar energy systems and processes and can be used as a reference guide to practicing engineers who want to understand how solar systems operate and how to design the systems. Written by one of the world's most renowned experts in solar energy with over thirty years of experience in renewable and particularly solar energy applications Provides updated chapters including new sections detailing solar collectors, uncertainties in solar collector performance testing, building-integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), thermosiphonic systems performance prediction and solar updraft tower systems Includes a new chapter on wind energy systems Packed with reference tables and schematic diagrams for the most commonly used systems
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  • 25
    ISBN: 9780124115798 , 0124115799
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 1st ed.
    Keywords: Multiphase flow ; Mathematical models ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Numerical simulation of multiphase reactors with continuous liquid phase provides current research and findings in multiphase problems, which will assist researchers and engineers to advance this field. This is an ideal reference book for readers who are interested in design and scale-up of multiphase reactors and crystallizers, and using mathematical model and numerical simulation as tools. Yang and Mao's book focuses on modeling and numerical applications directly in the chemical, petrochemical, and hydrometallurgical industries, rather than theories of multiphase flow. The content will help you to solve reacting flow problems and/or system design/optimization problems. The fundamentals and principles of flow and mass transfer in multiphase reactors with continuous liquid phase are covered, which will aid the reader's understanding of multiphase reaction engineering. Provides practical applications for using multiphase stirred tanks, reactors, and microreactors, with detailed explanation of investigation methods Presents the most recent research efforts in this highly active field on multiphase reactors and crystallizers Covers mathematical models, numerical methods and experimental techniques for multiphase flow and mass transfer in reactors and crystallizers
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  • 26
    ISBN: 9780080993720 , 0080993729
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 2nd ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Programmable controllers ; Computer interfaces ; Interactive computer systems ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Interfacing PIC Microcontrollers, 2nd Edition is a great introductory text for those starting out in this field and as a source reference for more experienced engineers. Martin Bates has drawn upon 20 years of experience of teaching microprocessor systems to produce a book containing an excellent balance of theory and practice with numerous working examples throughout. It provides comprehensive coverage of basic microcontroller system interfacing using the latest interactive software, Proteus VSM, which allows real-time simulation of microcontroller based designs and supports the development of new applications from initial concept to final testing and deployment. Comprehensive introduction to interfacing 8-bit PIC microcontrollers Designs updated for current software versions MPLAB v8 & Proteus VSM v8 Additional applications in wireless communications, intelligent sensors and more
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    Upper Saddle River, N.J. : FT Press Delivers
    ISBN: 9780133577747 , 0133577740
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (2 v. in 1) , ill.
    Keywords: Retail trade ; Management ; Strategic planning ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A new collection filled with winning ideas and strategies for improving your sucess in the retail business... 2 authoritative books, now in a convenient e-format, at a great price! Smart Retail, the world's #1 guide to retail success, complete with crucial, up-to-date insights--including new case studies, ideas, strategies, and tactics from today's best retailers, like TopShop, IKEA, and Best Buy. Covering everything from creating the ultimate retail experience to understanding the customer and the importance of motivated workers, this is the book that will equip managers, team-workers, retail entrepreneurs and indeed anybody who sells direct to customers, with practical winning ideas and strategies. Competing in Tough Times brings together the powerful new strategies that world-class retailers, like Trader Joe's, Costco, and Nordstrom, are using today to survive--and thrive--in a brutally unforgiving retail environment. Internationally respected retail management expert Barry Berman shows retailers and their suppliers exactly how to build effective strategies based on cost and differentiation, plan and implement those strategies, and measure the results. Berman offers detailed coverage of implementing strategies based on becoming the low-cost provider and minimizing product proliferation; enhancing the service experience; developing and maintaining a strong private label program; and more. From world-renowned experts Richard Hammond and Barry Berman.
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    [San Francisco] : Peachpit Press
    ISBN: 9780133569971 , 0133569977
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Peachpit learning series
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Mac OS ; Operating systems (Computers) ; Macintosh (Computer) ; Programming ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: This latest update to the bestselling OS X guide will have you working miracles in no time with Mavericks, which brings popular iOS apps to OS X, including iBooks and Maps. With this comprehensive guide, you can learn in your own way, whether it is working through the lessons from start to finish, jumping straight to step-by-step exercises about new features, or looking up just want you need to know at that moment. there are hundreds of exciting tools and hidden gems in OS X. Author Lynn Beighley uses her gentle, expert instruction to help you find those tools and gems and master them, taking full advantage of all that Mavericks has to offer. If you are new to OS X, you'll learn the basics of how to use OS X efficiently and joyfully. From there, you can move on to customize Mavericks to suit the way you work. And if you've been using OS X already, you'll learn how to get the most out of iCloud integration, Notifications, Maps, iBooks, Finder tabs, multiple displays, and more.
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    New York : McGraw-Hill Education
    ISBN: 9780071830348 , 0071830340
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.)
    Edition: 2nd ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Stocks ; Electronic books ; Business enterprises ; Finance ; Economics ; Commerce ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: THE NEW EDITION OF THE STOCK INVESTING CLASSIC--PACKED WITH STRATEGIES FOR TODAY'S MARKET REALITIES You don't have to be a financial expert to make great money in the stock market. You just need to know the basics of the market, when to invest, and how to avoid being an easy mark for more sophisticated investors. Understanding Stocks , Second Edition, contains all the key material that made the first edition so popular-plus critical new information you need to succeed in a highly transformed investing landscape. This go-to guide shows how to do everything from opening an account to making informed decisions when evaluating stocks and trading. Brand-new material covers: Short selling Commodities and bonds Fundamental and technical analysis Market indicators ETFs High-frequency trading Containing new interviews with successful traders who reveal all their secrets, Understanding Stocks puts you on the path to stock market success by showing how to keep from losing your money before it's been given a chance to truly work for you.
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  • 30
    ISBN: 9780071829403 , 0071829407
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.)
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Promotions ; Electronic books ; Career development ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Isn't it time you got the job you deserve? Your workplace transformation is about to begin! FACT: When opportunity knocks in the workplace, most people don't know how to seize it. This book will show you exactly how to spot--and master--your next great job opportunity. Are you ready to become the OBVIOUS CHOICE at promotion time? You can be. The good news? It's a lot easier than you think. Believe it or not, you already have the tools. Indispensable! teaches you how to use them to position yourself for job success, every time. From international bestselling author and leadership expert David Cottrell and sales guru Robert Nix comes the ultimate insider's guide for those who want to break through and control their professional destiny. In simple, clear language--featuring informative and relatable case studies--you'll discover how easy it can be to transform your on-the-job persona to become the person who succeeds first and fastest. No matter what your title is, you'll be equipped to navigate the trickiest workplaces and position yourself for growth at every turn. You'll put yourself in the spotlight and become the individual everyone else admires and wants to be. Indispensable! demonstrates how to create and maintain your best image 24/7: how to project strength, smarts, competence, and leadership. It's an indispensable road map with superb strategies for how to: Assess your workplace persona and perception Formulate a goal-oriented action plan that works Incorporate behavior modification to transform yourself inside and outside of work Identify, set, and sustain measurable goals Optimize your organizational skills (while decluttering your life) Indispensable! is packed with tips on how to listen, how to put coworkers at ease, how to use humor to your advantage (and when to avoid it), how to participate at business functions, and how to cultivate a public persona and effortless demeanor that attracts others. PRAISE FOR INDISPENSABLE! " Indispensable! A powerful guide for all who want to become indispensable within their organization." -- Marshall Goldsmith, author of What Got You Here Won't Get You There " Indispensable! is a little book full of big ideas that can be understood and applied by anyone-anyone, that is, who really wants to increase their value, their respectability, and the likelihood they will be promoted. Read this book and take the first step above average to Indispensable!" -- Ken Blanchard, coauthor of The One Minute Manager...
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    ISBN: 9780071828949 , 007182894X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Organizational change ; Cost effectiveness ; Leadership ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: The first of its kind-a Value Stream Mapping book written for those in service and office environments who need to streamline operations Value Stream Mapping is a practical, how-to guide that helps decision-makers improve value stream efficiency in virtually any setting, including construction, energy, financial service, government, healthcare, R&D, retail, and technology. It gives you the tools to address a wider range of important VSM issues than any other such book, including the psychology of change, leadership, creating teams, building consensus, and charter development. Karen Martin is principal consultant for Karen Martin & Associates, LLC, instructor for the University of California, San Diego's Lean Enterprise program, and industry advisor to the University of San Diego's Industrial and Systems Engineering program. Mike Osterling provides support and leadership to manufacturing and non-manufacturing organizations on their Lean Transformation Journey. In a continuous improvement leadership role for six years, Mike played a key role in Square D Company's lean transformation in the 1990s.
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    ISBN: 9780071831239 , 0071831231
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.)
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Success in business ; Management ; Goal (Psychology) ; Success ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Your 7-step whole-brain plan for improving your business, life, and career--from the man Deepak Chopra hails as "an extraordinary leader" Nothing is Impossible gives you the tools and knowledge to redefine problems and improve business and career performance by drawing on best practices from the creative arts and a wealth of other disciplines. It draws on many dramatic stories, including that of Richard Branson, other top self-made entrepreneurs and CEOs, and world-famous artists and athletes. "Very few business leaders walk the talk as much as Tom does when it comes to ethics in business." -- Professor Michael Luger, Dean, Manchester Business School "Tom is a gateway to millions of next generation trend setters and early adopters. His passion as a speaker is contagious!" -- Jez Frampton, Global Group CEO, Interbrand, world's largest and leading branding consultancy with 40 offices in 25 countries; publisher of Top 100 Global Brands with Bloomberg BusinessWeek "Tom is an incredible force for good in this world. Audacious, passionate, and driven...he lives a mantra, which is incredibly close to our heart at Saatchi & Saatchi, that nothing but nothing is impossible." -- Richard Huntington, Director of Strategy, Saatchi & Saatchi Tom Oliver teaches at Manchester Business School, one of the top-ranked business schools in the world. He speaks regularly at major global business venues.
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    ISBN: 9780071829786 , 0071829784
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Statistical services ; Surveys ; Data processing ; Social surveys ; Data processing ; Marketing research ; Data processing ; Big data ; Freedom of information ; Technological innovations ; New products ; Entrepreneurship ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Get unprecedented access to thousands of databases. It's called Open Data, and it's revolutionizing business. The business leader's guide to using Open Data to analyze patterns and trends, manage risk, solve problems-and seize the competitive edge Two major trends-the exponential growth of digital data and an emerging culture of disclosure and transparency-have converged to create a world where voluminous information about businesses, government, and the population is becoming visible, accessible, and usable. It's called Open Data, and this book helps leaders harness its power to market and grow their companies. Open Data Now gives you the knowledge and tools to take advantage of this phenomenon in its early stages-and beat the competition to leveraging its many benefits. Joel Gurin is an expert on making complex data sets useful in solving consumer problems, analyzing corporate information, and addressing social issues. He has collaborated with leaders in data, technology, and policy in the U.S. and UK governments, including officials in the White House and 10 Downing Street and at more than 20 U.S. federal agencies.
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  • 34
    ISBN: 9780071830508 , 0071830502
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Selling ; Sales management ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: WHAT'S THE KEY TO SALES SUCCESS? BOLDNESS. "Jeff Shore shows how to gain the essential confidence that is the first step to a great sales career." -- Neil Rackham, bestselling author of SPIN Selling "This book is loaded with great ideas to educate, inspire, and make you unstoppable in sales." -- Brian Tracy, bestselling author of Unlimited Sales Success Includes interviews with Daniel Pink, Larry Winget, Linda Richardson, and many others The most common challenge every sales professional must overcome is not indecisive customers, inferior products, or innovative competitors. It's the discomfort you feel when initiating calls, dealing with difficult customers, and asking for the sale. Sales expert Jeff Shore argues that boldness is required to embrace this discomfort and leverage it to land the sale. And it is a skill that can be learned. In this inspiring, humor-filled guide, he teaches you: How to figure out exactly what inhibits you Why you make certain decisions in moments of discomfort How to train your brain to prepare for uncomfortable moments How your customer's own discomforts affect his or her purchase decisions Featuring self-assessment tools, hands-on exercises, and case studies showing Shore's methods in action, Be Bold and Win the Sale is an indispensable resource for any sales professional.
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    New York : McGraw-Hill Education
    ISBN: 9780071831581 , 0071831584
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.)
    Edition: 3rd ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Cover letters ; Applications for positions ; Job hunting ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: THE BESTSELLING GUIDE TO WRITING COVER LETTERS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT FROM THE COMPETITION With hundreds of ready-to-download letters--updated with strategies for networking online, social media, and responding to Internet job postings. "Wow, wow, and wow! Letters like these are what I want to see; they help me get to know the person immediately and create a very positive impression." -- Melissa Burke, co-owner, Blue Plate Minds Creative Staffing Agency "I recommend this book to all the job seekers I work with; it saves them time and expedites the search." -- Julie Hipp, Principal, Impact Partners Executive Search Firm "This book guides job seekers at every level in using social media and technology to compete with more tech-savvy candidates." -- Mary Gable, career and outplacement counselor "Podesta and Paxton's strategies are brilliant! The letters will impress hiring managers, and the advice on using the Internet is spot on!" -- Dave McGurgan, social media manager "These letters go right to the core of what is needed to get one step ahead of the rest." -- Jay Jamison, International Managed Service Leader, British Telecom "Letters like these bring both resume and applicant to life, so I can make the right decisions about whom to interview and ultimately hire." -- Loretta Kuhland, former Deputy Executive Director, Center for Disability Services, New York Capital Region
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  • 36
    ISBN: 9780071827539 , 0071827536
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.)
    Series Statement: Thinkers 50
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Management ; India ; Strategic planning ; India ; Leadership ; India ; Executives ; India ; Case studies ; Electronic books ; Creative ability in business ; Creative thinking ; Technological innovations ; New products ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: The World's Leading Business Minds on Today's Most Critical Challenges The most innovative ideas from the Thinkers50 India now produces a disproportionately high percentage of the business world's most influential thinkers. As globalization progresses, it is increasingly clear that Indian thought leaders will have a major infl uence over how the world conducts business going forward. Creators of the Thinkers50--the world's most respected ranking of business thinkers--Des Dearlove and Stuart Crainer bring you the very latest from India's leading business thinkers. Thinkers50 Business Thought Leaders from India reveals the uniquely Indian approach to management--which is in many ways radically different from Western-style capitalism. Less obsessed with profit and more focused on purpose, Indian-style management is changing the world of business. Chapters include: The Ghoshal Legacy Pyramid Thinking: C. K. Prahalad Making It Happen: Ram Charan and Subir Chowdhury Innovation Indian Style: From VG to Jugaad Global Voices: Pankaj Ghemawat and Anil K. Gupta Each book in the Thinkers50 series provides authoritative explanations of the concepts, ideas, and practices that are making a difference today, including specific examples and cases drawn from the original sources. Where is business headed? Deeper into the type of capitalism that focuses on strategy, structure, and systems? Or toward a new approach that values purpose, process, and people? Read Thinkers50 Business Thought Leaders from India for an expert perspective on this critical topic. The first-ever global ranking of management thought leaders, Thinkers50 is the most prestigious and infl uential listing of its kind. Created in 2001 by Stuart Crainer and Des Dearlove, Thinkers50 has broadened its impact to include identifying, ranking, and sharing the best management thinking in the world. Today, Thinkers50 is recognized as the world's definitive ranking of the top 50 business thinkers, and the Thinkers50 Distinguished Achievement Awards are widely regarded as the "Oscars of management thinking." Now, the ideas and insights of the world's top business figures are right at your fingertips. The Thinkers50 series culls the best of the very best, delivering the latest concepts and theories on today's most important management issues--from leadership to strategy to innovation. The world's leading independent authority on management ideas, Thinkers50 reveals the ideas that are now shaping the world...
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    ISBN: 9780071827256 , 0071827250
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Cleveland Clinic Foundation ; Health facilities ; Standards ; Ohio ; Integrative medicine ; Ohio ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: This is the future. Join the revolution. Transform your organization the Cleveland Clinic way. "One of the best healthcare systems in the world." President Barack Obama American healthcare is in crisis. It doesn't have to be. The Cleveland Clinic Way is a blueprint for fixing what's wrong with healthcare-and is a must-read for every leader seeking to transform his or her organization. There's a revolution going on right now. On the frontiers of medicine, some doctors have developed an approach for treating people that is more effective, more humane, and more affordable. It's an approach to healthcare that has captured the attention of the media and business elite--and the President of the United States. It's all happening at Cleveland Clinic, one of the most innovative, forward-looking medical institutions in the nation. In this groundbreaking book, the man who leads this global organization, Toby Cosgrove, MD, reveals how the Clinic works so well and argues persuasively for why it should be the model for the nation. He details how Cleveland Clinic focuses on the eight key trends that are shaping the future of medicine. Readers will learn: Why group practices provide not only better--but cheaper--care Why collaborative medicine is more effective How big data can be harnessed to improve the quality of care and lower costs How cooperative practices can be the wellspring of innovation Why empathy is crucial to better patient outcomes Why wellness of both mind and body depends on healthcare, not sickcare How care is best provided in different settings for greater comfort and value How tailor-made care treats a person instead of a disease At its core is Cleveland Clinic's emphasis on patient care and patient experience. A refreshingly positive and practical vision of healthcare, The Cleveland Clinic Way is essential reading for healthcare and business executives, medical professionals, industry analysts, and policymakers. It gives leaders lessons they can apply to their own organizations to achieve results and empowers average Americans to make more informed healthcare decisions. PRAISE FOR THE CLEVELAND CLINIC WAY "A brilliant doctor and leader lays out practical and thought-provoking prescriptions for America's healthcare future. A must-read." -- Jack Welch, former Chairman and CEO of General Electric Company " The Cleveland Clinic Way is what the healthcare system in this country needs: honesty about the challenges, optimism about our ability to...
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  • 38
    ISBN: 9780071827133 , 0071827137
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Manpower planning ; Skilled labor ; Human capital ; Management ; Employees ; Recruiting ; Employees ; Training of ; Vocational education ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: "Companies that can unleash the passions and gifts of their people will have a competitive advantage in the landscape of the future--becoming curators instead of keepers of talent. This book gives readers some of the keys to cracking that code." --CARLEEN HAAS, VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF TALENT OFFICER, HUMANA IS YOUR HR DEPARTMENT PREPARED TO FLIP THE BIG DATA SWITCH? At every stage of the employee life cycle, a data-driven approach to HR can help companies make smarter decisions about their most important asset: their people. In the wake of the greatest shock to the labor market since the Great Depression, companies are faced with looming skill shortages, retention concerns, and questions regarding the most effective composition of their workforce. The Talent Equation shows you how to navigate today's hiring climate and drive your business forward. Matt Ferguson, CEO of CareerBuilder, offers hiring professionals and business leaders a roadmap to attract and retain top talent. Ferguson and coauthors Lorin Hitt (Wharton School) and Prasanna Tambe (NYU's Stern School) commissioned a landmark big data study of more than 2,700 employers and 33 million resumes to find the relationship between market performance, education attainment, and employee tenure. The findings are enlightening--and quite surprising. The Talent Equation explores: The ROI of increased education levels and retention rates The benefits of continuous recruitment and talent pipelines technology market, and how workforce analytics tools are changing talent acquisition The importance of reducing longterm unemployment through training and reskilling Smart and timely, The Talent Equation also incorporates case studies from leading brands--both global and domestic--that further illustrate staffing issues facing executives today. The insights and research in the book are invaluable tools for anyone who wants to build and retain a dynamic, competitive, and productive workforce.
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    New York : McGraw-Hill Education
    ISBN: 9780071823135 , 0071823131
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 4th ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Corporate sponsorship ; Fund raising ; Management ; Marketing ; Management ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: THE "BIBLE OF SPONSORSHIP"--UPDATED WITH NEW SOCIAL MEDIA AND OTHER DIGITAL STRATEGIES The Sponsorship Seeker's Toolkit , fourth edition, makes cutting-edge, best-practice sponsorship not only achievable, but sensible and straightforward. Corporate sponsorship experts Kim Skildum-Reid and Anne-Marie Grey have updated their classic guide to put you miles ahead of the competition. New material includes the integration of social media into existing strategies, developing leverage ideas for proposals, more case studies than ever, and important trends in the world of corporate sponsorship. PRAISE FOR THE SPONSORSHIP SEEKER'S TOOLKIT : "This book leads you step-by-step through the choices you have to make throughout the process, from gathering internal support to renewal. I have never read a better how-to book on seeking sponsors." -- AD MAATJENS, Founder and Director, Sponsorreport "One of the best and most thorough how-to books in fundraising! A must-read orientation for nonprofits considering transforming their approach or venturing into the exciting world of sponsorship!" -- KYLA SHAWYER, Chair of the International Fundraising Congress (IFC), Chief Operating Officer, SCIA - International Alliance " The Sponsorship Seeker's Toolkit contains all the information you'll need to successfully develop, deliver, and manage a best-practice sponsorship program, using an easy-to-understand, step-by-step process supported by useful case studies and example templates." -- KYM OBERAUER, founder of PracticalSponsorshipIdeas.com
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  • 40
    ISBN: 9780071822886 , 0071822887
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: Rev. and expanded 2nd ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: New business enterprises ; Management ; Women-owned business enterprises ; Management ; Working mothers ; Intellectual property ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: As featured on The Today Show The definitive guide for aspiring product entrepreneurs - packed with important new resources Written specifically for people seeking to turn their ideas into marketable products, this new edition of The Mom Inventors Handbook takes you step by step through the process, covering the latest, most innovative ways to create, fund, manufacture, and successfully sell products on a wide scale. A great deal has changed since the original publication in 2005. This edition covers everything novice entrepreneurs need to succeed in today's business landscape. New materials include: Detailed steps on prototyping, manufacturing, and safety Updated information on patents and trademarks New chapter covering crowdfunding, microloans, peer-to-peer loans, SBA loans, and angel investors New chapter on creative, alternative sales channels, including Groupon, Living Social, QVC Sprouts, Zulily In-depth coverage of video marketing and DIY Public Relations Simple steps for licensing "I am asked every day for advice about how to get products onto the shelves of our clubs. The answer to this question is in your hands." -- from the foreword by Julie Martin-Allen, Senior Director of Showcase Events, Sam's Club "We could not have done this without The Mom Inventors Handbook . . . our 'business bible.'" -- Lisa Hoskins-Holmes and Karen Wildman, creators of The Bheestie Bag "I'm not a mom--or a woman--but I used The Mom Inventors Handbook to bring my [product] to market, and it won Best New Product awards at our first two national tradeshows!" -- Tony Deitch, creator of Sasquatch! Pet Beds "I used The Mom Inventors Handbook at the beginning of my journey. My product was selected as one of the winning products on the TV Show Shark Tank and is now distributed internationally." -- Tiffany Krumins, creator of Ava the Elephant "When I had the idea for Carry-Her Doll Carriers and found The Mom Inventors Handbook , I couldn't put it down! I'm on track to sell 85,000 units this year with my new placements in Toys "R" Us, FAO Schwartz, and Walmart!" -- Roberta Wagner, creator of Carry-Her Doll Carriers
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    Upper Saddle River, NJ : Addison-Wesley
    ISBN: 9780133430202 , 0133430200
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Java (Computer program language) ; Computer programming ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Eagerly anticipated by millions of programmers, Java SE 8 is the most important Java update in many years. The addition of lambda expressions (closures) and streams represents the biggest change to Java programming since the introduction of generics and annotations. Now, with Java SE 8 for the Really Impatient , internationally renowned Java author Cay S. Horstmann concisely introduces Java 8's most valuable new features (plus a few Java 7 innovations that haven't gotten the attention they deserve). If you're an experienced Java programmer, Horstmann's practical insights and sample code will help you quickly take advantage of these and other Java language and platform improvements. This indispensable guide includes Coverage of using lambda expressions (closures) to write computation "snippets" that can be passed to utility functions The brand-new streams API that makes Java collections far more flexible and efficient Major updates to concurrent programming that make use of lambda expressions (filter/map/reduce) and that provide dramatic performance improvements for shared counters and hash tables A full chapter with advice on how you can put lambda expressions to work in your own programs Coverage of the long-awaited introduction of a well-designed date/time/calendar library (JSR 310) A concise introduction to JavaFX, which is positioned to replace Swing GUIs, and to the Nashorn Javascript engine A thorough discussion of many small library changes that make Java programming more productive and enjoyable This is the first title to cover all of these highly anticipated improvements and is invaluable for anyone who wants to write tomorrow's most robust, efficient, and secure Java code.
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    Upper Saddle River, NJ : Addison-Wesley
    ISBN: 9780133410877 , 0133410870
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: JavaScript (Computer program language) ; Web site development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Get more done faster with jQuery and JavaScript! Brad Dayley's jQuery and JavaScript Phrasebook brings together 100+ instantly useful code snippets and idioms for performing a wide spectrum of common web application tasks. This hands-on guide gets straight to the essence of what's new and important in jQuery and JavaScript, and what you need to know to build new web solutions or migrate existing sites to jQuery. Building on JavaScript Phrasebook , Dayley presents carefully tested, flexible, adaptable code - all organized for quick lookup and easy use. Dayley's coverage ranges from the basics to advanced jQuery capabilities, including jQueryUI widgets and mobile development. Coverage includes: Basics, including selecting and manipulating HTML elements with jQuery Selector Dynamically manipulating CSS values Handling browser and DOM events Performing validation Server communication REST, PHP, MySQL, AJAX, and JSON/XML data Positioning web page elements and making them interactive Using animation and other special effects And much more jQuery and JavaScript Phrasebook is the perfect quick reference for millions of web developers who want reliable solutions they can use right now -- with no distractions and no diversions!
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  • 43
    ISBN: 9780071819824 , 0071819827
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Consumer satisfaction ; Customer services ; Leadership ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: What do Toyota, Apple, and Zappos have in common? CUSTOMER-CENTRIC CULTURE And now, with this research-based method, you can replicate their success with your business Based on more than 60 studies and the authors' three-year proprietary research project with more than 100 companies, The Customer Culture Imperative demonstrates that organizations exhibiting a strong "customer-centric culture" do, in fact, produce superior business performance. It provides diagnostic tools and a roadmap for effective implementation, designed to make cultural change concrete and actionable in any organization. Dr. Linden R. Brown is chairman and co-founder of MarketCulture Strategies Inc. Christopher Brown is the former marketing director for Hewlett-Packard for the South Pacific and is presently a Silicon Valley-based sales and marketing consultant.
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    New York : McGraw-Hill Education
    ISBN: 9780071820295 , 0071820299
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Oracle (Computer file) ; Examinations ; Electronic data processing personnel ; Certification ; Study guides ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A Complete Study System for OCA Exam 1Z0-061 Prepare for the Oracle Certified Associate Oracle Database 12 c SQL Fundamentals I exam with this Oracle Press guide. Each chapter features challenging exercises, a certification summary, a two-minute drill, and a self-test to reinforce the topics presented. This authoritative resource helps you pass the exam and also serves as an essential, on-the-job reference. Get complete coverage of all OCA objectives for exam 1Z0-061, including: Data retrieval using the SQL SELECT statement Restricting and sorting data Single-row functions Using conversion functions and conditional expressions Reporting aggregated data with the group functions Displaying data from multiple tables with joins Using subqueries to solve problems Using the set operators Manipulating data with DML statements Using DDL statements to create and manage tables Electronic content includes: 150+ practice exam questions with detailed answers and explanations Score report performance assessment tool
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  • 45
    ISBN: 9780071817851 , 0071817859
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Customer services ; Customer services ; Management ; Customer relations ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Take Care of Your Customers--or Someone Else Will! Legendary Service Great customer service is a concept organizations love to be known for. Yet most people consider the service they receive to be average, at best. Successful companies make the connection between legendary customer service and a thriving business--they recognize that the way employees treat customers is directly related to the way managers treat employees. Kelsey Young is an optimistic but disillusioned sales associate working her way through college. Her world opens up when one of her professors challenges her to create a culture of service at her workplace by putting the five components of Legendary Service into practice. Although Ferguson's, the store where Kelsey works, certainly isn't known for service excellence, Kelsey believes she can make a positive difference. She quickly learns that culture change isn't easy--and that her role as a frontline employee is more significant than she ever could have imagined. In characteristic Blanchard style, Legendary Service: The Key Is to Care is a quick and entertaining read for people at all organizational levels in every industry. When applied, its lessons will have a profound impact on the service experience your customers will receive. Whether a CEO or a part-time employee, every person can make a difference--and customer service is everyone's job. PRAISE FOR LEGENDARY SERVICE : "Read this book and establish a service culture in your organization." -- Horst Schulze, Chairman/CEO, Capella Hotel Group " Legendary Service has great learnings for people at all organizational levels: for executives and managers, the value of a service culture; and for frontline staff, the reality that they are the face of the company and can make a difference. Legendary service--it's everyone, always." -- Mark King, CEO and President, TaylorMade Golf "Everything I know about service I learned from my career at Hilton Hotels, Marriott International, The Walt Disney Company, and Ken Blanchard. The One Minute Manager dramatically changed my thinking 32 years ago. Legendary Service will teach the next generation how to deliver sensational service. Buy it, study it, implement it." -- Lee Cockerell, Executive Vice President, Walt Disney World (Retired & Inspired), and author of Creating Magic and The Customer Rules "Kathy Cuff and Vicki Halsey have created a fantastic customer service model called ICARE. When you add their voices to that of the master stor...
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  • 46
    ISBN: 9780071825153 , 0071825150
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Strategic alliances (Business) ; Business networks ; Industrial marketing ; Electronic books ; Business planning ; Strategic planning ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO BUILD REVENUE-GENERATING PARTNERSHIPS Corporations have profited from strong business development strategies for years. So it's no surprise that of the half-million new businesses created each year, the most successful ones are driven by business development. Now, savvy professionals on the business side of a startup have a reliable guide to perfecting the partnership strategies that will quickly add value to any company. Pitching & Closing gives you concrete action steps for mastering the specific skill set today's business-development professionals need to define their roles and meet revenue expectations. Written in practical terms by playmakers at Twitter and SocialRank, this A-to-Z guide walks you through forging relationships, pitching a company's product, building a network, sourcing deals, making rejection positive, and staying cool while closing large deals. Firsthand accounts from business development executives across many industries, from tech to television to finance, bring to life such topics as: How to consistently identify and land the best strategic alliances for your business Why people say "yes" and why they say "no" Etiquette for making introductions and reaching out to people in ways that elicit responses Monitoring core metrics to know where to invest your time In addition to implementable advice and techniques from the top minds in the industry, this complete resource features an entire section of best practices for every step of the partnering process. Make your moves with the confidence of having a team of experts at your back. The road from startup to IPO starts with Pitching & Closing . PRAISE FOR PITCHING & CLOSING "This book is a must-read for anyone in the business of transforming professional relationships into powerful strategic partnerships." -- Adam Bain, President of Global Revenue at Twitter " Pitching & Closing does a phenomenal job of giving you a seat in the room during some of the biggest business development deals of late. Anyone who reads this book will come away with a deep understanding of business development in the world of startups." -- Dylan Smith, CFO of Box " Pitching & Closing is the definitive guide to partnerships for the next generation of entrepreneurs and business leaders." -- Adam Braun, Founder and CEO of Pencils of Promise "An honest and insightful look at the delicate and complex handling of business development [that] guides readers on how to turn good ideas int...
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    New York : McGraw Hill Education
    ISBN: 9780071821582 , 0071821589
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Evil genius series
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Raspberry Pi (Computer) ; Python (Computer program language) ; Microcomputers ; Handbooks, manuals, etc ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A dozen fiendishly fun projects for the Raspberry Pi! This wickedly inventive guide shows you how to create all kinds of entertaining and practical projects with Raspberry Pi operating system and programming environment. In Raspberry Pi Projects for the Evil Genius , you'll learn how to build a Bluetooth-controlled robot, a weather station, home automation and security controllers, a universal remote, and even a minimalist website. You'll also find out how to establish communication between Android devices and the RasPi. Each fun, inexpensive Evil Genius project includes a detailed list of materials, sources for parts, schematics, and lots of clear, well-illustrated instructions for easy assembly. The larger workbook-style layout makes following the step-by-step instructions a breeze. Build these and other devious devices: LED blinker MP3 player Camera controller Bluetooth robot Earthquake detector Home automation controller Weather station Home security controller RFID door latch Remote power controller Radon detector Make Great Stuff! TAB, an imprint of McGraw-Hill Professional, is a leading publisher of DIY technology books for makers, hackers, and electronics hobbyists.
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  • 48
    ISBN: 9780071823111 , 0071823115
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Entrepreneurship ; New business enterprises ; Management ; Small business ; Management ; Family-owned business enterprises ; Management ; Success in business ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: In today's uncertain world of business, one rule stands above the rest: If you want to survive--let alone thrive--you must embrace change. Everything else comes after. In Invent Reinvent Thrive Kellogg School of Management Professor Lloyd Shefsky provides the inspiration and insight any entrepreneur or family business needs for long-term success--and he backs it all up with proven models of what works and what doesn't. Shefsky reveals the common thread of all business success stories: reinvention. He explains not just how to reinvent concepts and ideas from the start, but ways to continuously innovate and reinvent your business to meet today's constantly changing marketplace conditions. In addition to his own expert insight, Shefsky provides firsthand advice through case studies derived from dozens of original interviews with entrepreneurs and family business giants, consisting of the leaders of some of today's most successful companies, including: Howard Schultz (founder, Chairman, and CEO of Starbucks) Jim Sinegal (founder of Costco) Chuck Schwab (founder of Charles Schwab & Co.) Tom Stemberg (founder of Staples) The author also gives special attention to family businesses (which account for over half the U.S. GDP) and how to address vexing family disparities, enabling family businesses to last more than two generations. Invent Reinvent Thrive offers all the answers you need to get your business where you want it to be. You'll learn exactly where new and multi-generational business owners fall short and miss incredible opportunities, why they fail to take the plunge or innovate--and how you can rework, revitalize, and reinvent your business not just to avoid the most common perils but to lead your business to the apex of your industry. "Entrepreneurship is not a cataclysmic event," Shefsky writes. "It is a constant process." Follow his advice through every step of the process and you will successfully invent, reinvent--and thrive. PRAISE FOR INVENT REINVENT THRIVE : "If you think business books are boring, this is your chance to prove yourself wrong. Storytelling is an art, and Shefsky brings that art to business. Invent Reinvent Thrive is a treasure trove of valuable lessons." -- STAN KASTEN, President and CEO, Los Angeles Dodgers; former President of the Washington Nationals and the Atlanta Braves, Hawks, and Thrashers " Invent Reinvent Thrive is full of wise and practical guidance for both would-be and continuing entrepreneurs. Shefsky's ...
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    New York : McGraw-Hill Education
    ISBN: 9780071822329 , 0071822321
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Quadrotor helicopters ; Design and construction ; Amateurs' manuals ; Quadrotor helicopters ; Automatic control ; Amateurs' manuals ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Build a custom multirotor aircraft! Build and customize radio-controlled quadcopters that take off, land, hover, and soar. Build Your Own Quadcopter: Power Up Your Designs with the Parallax Elev-8 features step-by-step assembly plans and experiments that will have you launching fully functioning quadcopters in no time. Discover how to connect Elev-8 components, program the microcontroller, use GPS, and safely fly your quadcopter. This fun, do-it-yourself guide fuels your creativity with ideas for radical enhancements, including return-to-home functionality, formation flying, and even artificial intelligence! Understand the principles that govern how quadcopters fly Explore the parts included in your Parallax Elev-8 kit Follow illustrated instructions and assemble a basic 'copter Connect the Parallax chip to a PC and write Spin and C programs Build radio-controlled systems that minimize interference Add GPS and track your aircraft through Google Earth Beam flight information to smartphones with WiFi and XBee technology Mount cameras and stream real-time video back to the ground Train to safely operate a quadcopter using flight simulation software
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    ISBN: 9780071821759 , 0071821759
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Oracle (Computer file) ; Data mining ; Computer programs ; Forecasting ; Statistical methods ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Build Next-Generation In-Database Predictive Analytics Applications with Oracle Data Miner "If you have an Oracle Database and want to leverage that data to discover new insights, make predictions, and generate actionable insights, this book is a must read for you! In Predictive Analytics Using Oracle Data Miner: Develop & Use Oracle Data Mining Models in Oracle Data Miner, SQL & PL/SQL , Brendan Tierney, Oracle ACE Director and data mining expert, guides you through the basic concepts of data mining and offers step-by-step instructions for solving data-driven problems using SQL Developer's Oracle Data Mining extension. Brendan takes it full circle by showing you how to deploy advanced analytical methodologies and predictive models immediately into enterprise-wide production environments using the in-database SQL and PL/SQL functionality. Definitely a must read for any Oracle data professional!" --Charlie Berger, Senior Director Product Management, Oracle Data Mining and Advanced Analytics Perform in-database data mining to unlock hidden insights in data. Written by an Oracle ACE Director, Predictive Analytics Using Oracle Data Miner shows you how to use this powerful tool to create and deploy advanced data mining models. Covering topics for the data scientist, Oracle developer, and Oracle database administrator, this Oracle Press guide shows you how to get started with Oracle Data Miner and build Oracle Data Miner models using SQL and PL/SQL packages. You'll get best practices for integrating your Oracle Data Miner models into applications to automate the discovery and distribution of business intelligence predictions throughout the enterprise. Install and configure Oracle Data Miner for Oracle Database 11 g Release 11.2 and Oracle Database 12 c Create Oracle Data Miner projects and workflows Prepare data for data mining Develop data mining models using association rule analysis, classification, clustering, regression, and anomaly detection Use data dictionary views and prepare your data using in-database transformations Build and use data mining models using SQL and PL/SQL packages Migrate your Oracle Data Miner models, integrate them into dashboards and applications, and run them in parallel Build transient data mining models with the Predictive Queries feature in Oracle Database 12 c
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    ISBN: 9780071820790 , 0071820795
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.)
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Drucker, Peter F ; (Peter Ferdinand) ; 1909-2005 ; Management ; Organizational change ; Change (Psychology) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: YOUR FUTURE BEGINS TODAY You can dream it. You can plan it. You can try to make it happen. But you can never really prepare for the future unless you have a future-focused mindset. That is the underlying message behind the inspiring words and wisdom of Peter Drucker, the legendary "father of modern management." Drucker believed that the future must be created--day by day, person by person--rather than be left to chance or fate. This powerful book by Drucker scholar and author Bruce Rosenstein incorporates the master's time-tested principles into a step-by-step daily plan that will change your life forever. Starting right now, you can: Create a future-focused mindset. Learn how to build a better tomorrow by taking steps today. Determine the future by what has already happened. Look for clues in the past to forecast the future. Become your own successor. Keep yourself in demand and in control of your destiny. Shape the future of your organization. Go beyond the planning stage and create real change. Build your future beyond your current workplace. Identify challenges and opportunities in all aspects of your life. Whether you're a recent college graduate faced with a difficult job market, an ambitious entrepreneur trying to anticipate the Next Big Thing, or a struggling executive weathering a storm of constant global change, Drucker's surprisingly timely approach to the future will guide you through anything the world throws at you. You'll discover creative techniques for rolling with the punches and landing on your feet, open-minded strategies for turning your ideas into action, and the latest tools for adapting to new technologies like social media and Internet marketing. You'll find inspiring advice and insights drawn from personal interviews with Drucker himself and some of the greatest business leaders of our time. Most importantly, you'll develop your own exciting, forwardthinking approach to the future that will dramatically alter your life, inside and outside the office. This is how you take charge of your destiny. This is how you make your dreams come true. This is how to Create Your Future the Peter Drucker Way . PRAISE FOR CREATE YOUR FUTURE THE PETER DRUCKER WAY : "Rosenstein skillfully draws on both his own wisdom and that of his mentor to deliver a plan for individuals and businesses in creating a future rich in personal and professional success. Leave your compass at home; all you need is Rosenstein's new book!" -- MARSHALL GOLDSMI...
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    ISBN: 9780071799577 , 0071799575
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.)
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Bank mergers ; United States ; Financial institutions ; Law and legislation ; United States ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Up-to-date guidance for conducting a successful M&A for banks and financial institutions The simmering economic climate since the financial crisis faces a front of new competition and sweeping regulatory reforms expected to drive the U.S. banking sector into consolidation in the next ten years. Capitalizing on the upcoming opportunities will take strategically focused preparation. The Art of Bank M&A is the unprecedented guide to mastering the merger and acquisition of a bank and any other financial institution. M&A transactions involving financial businesses take place in a framework of regulation, which makes them greatly different from those of commercial companies. The specialized coverage in this one-of-a-kind guide gives you an insider's interpretation of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, along with the most popular techniques and strategies used to shed and acquire financial entities within the regulation. Straightforward explanations and instructive examples from the real world reveal: Major changes in banking law and unique considerations for bank holding companies The why and how of bank M&As, including how banks achieve growth and value How to value and validate financial businesses, including the basic steps for determining a price range to purchase a bank Trends in practices, controversy, and reporting for transborder bank M&As, including a convenient summary of inbound and outbound transaction regulations Where to find opportunity in distressed and insolvent banks M&A is the most powerful and risky weapon in financial strategy, and like other books in The Art of M&A series, this latest title gives you everything you need to be savvy in the M&A arena. To prepare for the coming surge in bank mergers and acquisitions, turn to the unmatched, sector-specific guidance in The Art of Bank M&A . Whether you're a senior bank manager, a government regulator, or an individual investor, The Art of Bank M&A covers everything you need to know about the unique economic structures of banks and financial institutions and the federal regulations they must operate within. Sweeping changes brought on by the Dodd-Frank Act as well as the new economic environment still emerging from the 2007-2009 financial crisis makes this timely guide a must-read for everyone involved in banking and M&A. From valuing a business entity to post-merger integration, this conveniently organized guide walks you through every important step of a...
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    New York : McGraw-Hill Education
    ISBN: 9780071818476 , 0071818472
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Information technology ; Security measures ; Social engineering ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Cutting-edge social engineering testing techniques "Provides all of the core areas and nearly everything [you] need to know about the fundamentals of the topic."-- Slashdot Conduct ethical social engineering tests to identify an organization's susceptibility to attack. Written by a global expert on the topic, Social Engineering in IT Security discusses the roots and rise of social engineering and presents a proven methodology for planning a test, performing reconnaissance, developing scenarios, implementing the test, and accurately reporting the results. Specific measures you can take to defend against weaknesses a social engineer may exploit are discussed in detail. This practical guide also addresses the impact of new and emerging technologies on future trends in social engineering. Explore the evolution of social engineering, from the classic con artist to the modern social engineer Understand the legal and ethical aspects of performing a social engineering test Find out why social engineering works from a victim's point of view Plan a social engineering test--perform a threat assessment, scope the test, set goals, implement project planning, and define the rules of engagement Gather information through research and reconnaissance Create a credible social engineering scenario Execute both on-site and remote social engineering tests Write an effective social engineering report Learn about various tools, including software, hardware, and on-site tools Defend your organization against social engineering attacks
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    ISBN: 9780071817943 , 0071817948
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
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    Keywords: Investment analysis ; Investments ; Mathematical models ; Portfolio management ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: The Nobel Prize-winning Father of Modern Portfolio Theory re-introduces his theories for the current world of investing Legendary economist Harry M. Markowitz provides the insight and methods you need to build a portfolio that generates strong returns for the long run In Risk-Return Analysis , Markowitz corrects common misunderstandings about Modern Portfolio Theory (MPT) to help advanced financial practitioners dramatically improve their decision making. In this first volume of a groundbreaking four-part series sure to draw the attention of anyone interested in MPT, Markowitz provides the criteria necessary for judging among risk-measures; surveys a half-century of literature (nearly all of which has been ignored by textbooks) on the applicability of MPT; and presents an empirical study of which functions of mean and some risk-measure is best for those who seek to maximize return in the long run. Harry M. Markowitz is a Nobel Laureate and the father of Modern Portfolio Theory.
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  • 55
    ISBN: 9780128008126 , 0128008121
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 2nd ed.
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    Keywords: Computer security ; Computer networks ; Security measures ; Information technology ; Security measures ; Information resources management ; Computer science ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: As part of the Syngress Basics series, The Basics of Information Security provides you with fundamental knowledge of information security in both theoretical and practical aspects. Author Jason Andress gives you the basic knowledge needed to understand the key concepts of confidentiality, integrity, and availability, and then dives into practical applications of these ideas in the areas of operational, physical, network, application, and operating system security. The Basics of Information Security gives you clear-non-technical explanations of how infosec works and how to apply these principles whether you're in the IT field or want to understand how it affects your career and business. The new Second Edition has been updated for the latest trends and threats, including new material on many infosec subjects. Learn about information security without wading through a huge textbook Covers both theoretical and practical aspects of information security Provides a broad view of the information security field in a concise manner All-new Second Edition updated for the latest information security trends and threats, including material on incident response, social engineering, security awareness, risk management, and legal/regulatory issues
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    ISBN: 9780128006702 , 0128006706
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 1st ed.
    Keywords: Electric power system stability ; Mathematical models ; Electric power system stability ; Electric power systems ; Control ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Power System Small Signal Stability Analysis and Control presents a detailed analysis of the problem of severe outages due to the sustained growth of small signal oscillations in modern interconnected power systems. The ever-expanding nature of power systems and the rapid upgrade to smart grid technologies call for the implementation of robust and optimal controls. Power systems that are forced to operate close to their stability limit have resulted in the use of control devices by utility companies to improve the performance of the transmission system against commonly occurring power system disturbances. This book demonstrates how the application of power system damping controllers such as Power System Stabilizers (PSSs) and Flexible Alternating Current Transmission System (FACTS) controllers-namely Static Var Compensator (SVC) and Thyristor Controlled Series Compensator (TCSC)-can guard against system disruptions. Power System Small Signal Stability Analysis and Control examines the signal stability problem, providing an overview and analysis of the concepts and of the controllers used to mitigate it. Detailed mathematical derivations, illustrated case studies, the application of soft computation techniques, designs of robust controllers, and end-of-chapter exercises make it a useful resource to researchers, practicing engineers, and post-graduates in electrical engineering. Examines the power system small signal stability problem and various ways to mitigate it Offers a new and simple method of finding the optimal location of PSS in a multi-machine power system Provides relevant exercises to further illustrate chapter-specific content
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    New York : McGraw-Hill Education
    ISBN: 9780071773232 , 0071773231
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Selling ; Sales management ; Electronic books ; Marketing ; Consumer behavior ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A game-changing sales model that targets opportunities in every stage of today's long-lead sale Target Opportunity Selling reveals best practices based on first-hand interviews with top sales performers throughout the world. Leading sales trainer Nic Read describes what he calls the Sales Expansion Loop, which views the sales pricess as an infinite loop in which the roles of Marketing, Sales, Management, and Service all serve different coordinated roles in the customer journey. Read shows how to target opportunities at every stage of this continuous sales loop and align the sales process to the customer buying process. He provides practical how-tos for Sales Qualification, competitive strategy, relationship management and closing, as well as how to use the end of every sale as a primer for the next sale. Nicholas A.C. Read is president of the training firm SalesLabs. He is a recent recipient of the Best Sales Trainer category in the International Business Awards, an annual awards show that has been dubbed "the business world's own Oscars" by the New York Post .
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    ISBN: 9780071823012 , 0071823018
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 2nd ed.
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    Keywords: Six sigma (Quality control standard) ; Quality control ; Statistical methods ; Continuous improvement process ; Production management ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: The Definitive Work on Six Sigma-Revised and Fully Updated Upon its publication in 2000, The Six Sigma Way was among the very first books to clearly explain the impressive benefits of Six Sigma's improvement-driven and customer-centric approach to business leaders and managers. It revealed how GE, Motorola, and other companies used Six Sigma to fine-tune products and processes, improve performance, reduce costs, build customer loyalty, and increase profits. Corporate leaders around the world heeded the call and began implementing the tools of this world-changing performance improvement. In short, this book changed the world of business and organization improvement forever. Now, this author dream team has revisited the subject to bring you fully up to date about how Six Sigma has been used-for better and for worse-during the past 14 years. This new edition of The Six Sigma Way retains everything from the original classic- what Six Sigma is, how it works, and how to adapt it to your particular needs-while providing valuable new sections on lessons learned and setting the record straight regarding myths and misunderstandings perpetuated over the years. This all-in-one guide provides: Practical Six Sigma implementation guidelines anyone can understand New insights from managers who successfully applied the advice from the first edition Detailed case studies from such companies as Adobe, Macy's, and Starwood Hands-on "maps" that guide you through key decisions you must make The definitive guide to successfully implementing Lean Six Sigma approaches into any organization is essential for any manager who wants to stop thinking about building a continuous improvement culture-and actually make it happen. Business has changed dramatically in recent years. Being second best used to be an option; today, being the best is the only way to survive. Take charge of your company's future and make positive changes The Six Sigma Way.
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    New York : McGraw-Hill Education
    ISBN: 9780071798693 , 0071798692
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 3rd ed.
    Keywords: Computer security ; Computer crimes ; Investigation ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: The definitive guide to incident response--updated for the first time in a decade! Thoroughly revised to cover the latest and most effective tools and techniques, Incident Response & Computer Forensics , Third Edition arms you with the information you need to get your organization out of trouble when data breaches occur. This practical resource covers the entire lifecycle of incident response, including preparation, data collection, data analysis, and remediation. Real-world case studies reveal the methods behind--and remediation strategies for--today's most insidious attacks. Architect an infrastructure that allows for methodical investigation and remediation Develop leads, identify indicators of compromise, and determine incident scope Collect and preserve live data Perform forensic duplication Analyze data from networks, enterprise services, and applications Investigate Windows and Mac OS X systems Perform malware triage Write detailed incident response reports Create and implement comprehensive remediation plans
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    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Personnel management ; Database industry ; Electronic data processing personnel ; Database management ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Simply hiring expensive data scientists isn't enough. To create real business value with data scientists, top management must learn how to manage them effectively.
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    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Opportunism (Psychology) ; Business ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Capturing new growth opportunities is fundamental to strategy, innovation and entrepreneurship. These days, experimentation and improvisational change are in. But how should managers address the challenge? The answer, the authors argue, can be more complex and more crucial to a company's success than previously thought. Their research on mature corporations, growing businesses and new ventures suggests a paradoxical tension between focus and flexibility that can define or break a business. Based on more than 150 interviews with managers at 30 companies in North America, Europe and Asia, the authors conclude that focus is still critical and may be just as important as flexibility. What's more, they conclude that a company's focus may influence its flexibility and vice versa. There are two components to capturing a new business opportunity: opportunity selection and opportunity execution. Opportunity selection involves determining which customer problem to solve, whereas opportunity execution deals with solving the problem. The authors point out that most books, articles and thought leaders focus on opportunity execution - how to create value by developing solutions. But research suggests that innovation initiatives often move so quickly to identify a solution that the innovators have to cycle back to figure out which problem they are actually solving. The authors found that opportunity selection appears to matter as much as opportunity execution. More importantly, how managers approach opportunity selection (whether with flexibility or with focus) has a critical impact on how successful they are at opportunity execution. The authors observed that managers and entrepreneurs tend to fall into two groups: opportunists and strategists. Opportunists rely on a less scripted and more flexible approach to opportunity selection, letting emergent customer inquiries shape opportunity selection. Strategists follow a different pattern. They constrain the selection of opportunities so that they pursue opportunities that are more likely to result in success, and they try to capture several opportunities in a row versus one in isolation. The authors found that companies that were more focused in opportunity selection were often more flexible in opportunity execution.
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    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Investment analysis ; Business planning ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Managers often must make decisions about complex strategic issues, and they are expected to make choices carefully and objectively. A retailer, for example, may need to decide whether to bid more in a highly competitive auction. Or a manufacturer may want to determine how long to hold onto a money-losing plant as the economy sinks into a recession. In boom times, deals are often in demand and expensive (and acquirers tend to know it); but when the economy cools off, acquisitions fall out of favor and prices decline. Conventional capital budgeting methods for valuing acquisitions and investments (such as discounted cash flow) may result in overpricing in "hot" deal markets and underpricing in "cold" deal markets. By setting potential deals in the context of real options theory and behavioral economics, authors Han Smit and Dan Lovallo write, executives can compensate for potential biases. Investor exuberance, the positive sentiments of boards and interest by rivals can cause executives to view acquisition opportunities as more attractive than they actually are in "hot" deal markets. Loss aversion and a narrow perspective that does not consider long-term growth options, meanwhile, can subdue acquisition behavior during "cold" markets. The article is designed to improve the use of valuation methods and help mitigate decision biases. Treating acquisition decisions as simple go/no-go choices based on expected cash flows, the authorswrite, creates an unhealthy dynamic. Because it's difficult for executives to recognize their own biases, the authors suggest using a formalized process to de-bias the decision-making team. First, managers must determine whether they are facing an investment in a "hot" or "cold" deal market (something that can often be revealed by the number of deals), after which the authors propose taking a broader view, supported by checklists. A valuation checklist can help executives temper their natural inclination to focus on growth options in "hot" markets and refocus it on staging, deferring or recouping their investments. Similarly, a checklist can help executives divert their natural attention from short-term risk to long-term growth options in "cold" deal markets.
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    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume)
    Keywords: Corporation law ; Corporate governance ; Law and legislation ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Companies have increasingly recognized that legal capabilities are crucial for ongoing corporate success, and they understand the importance of working with legal counsel. All too often, though, senior executives still view the law as a constraint on managerial decisions, primarily perceiving it as an issue of cost and compliance. But this limited perspective of the law does not explain how some leading companies, such as Qualcomm and the Walt Disney Co., have managed to deploy their legal departments to shape the legal environment in order to secure long-term competitive advantage. In their research, the authors have developed a framework that can help executives identify the different ways in which legal strategies can be used to achieve various corporate goals, including the identification of value-creating opportunities. The framework consists of five different legal pathways, which the authors describe using examples such as Qualcomm, Microsoft, United Parcel Service and Xerox. In order of least to greatest strategic impact, the five legal pathways are (1) avoidance, (2) compliance, (3) prevention, (4) value and (5) transformation. In the avoidance pathway, managers see the law as an obstacle to their desired business goals. Companies operating in the avoidance pathway will often have lax internal controls or a failure to perform due diligence, and this approach can lead to disaster. Companies in the compliance pathway recognize that the law is an unwelcome but mandatory constraint, and they think of compliance basically as a cost that needs to be minimized. For businesses in the prevention pathway, managers take a more proactive approach, using the law to preempt future business-related risks. The value pathway represents a fundamental shift in mind-set, from risk management to value creation; managers use the law to craft strategies that increase ROI in ways that can be directly tied to a profit-and-loss statement. For companies in the transformation pathway, executives have integrated their legal strategy not only within the organization's various value-chain activities but also with the value chains of important external partners. Finding the right legal pathway for a particular company requires more than just a consideration of the overall business model. Other key factors include managers' attitudes toward the law and their level of legal knowledge, the sophistication of legal counsel and, in particular, the legal department's abil...
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    Cambridge, MA : MIT
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 volume) , illustrations
    Keywords: Social media ; Marketing ; Internet marketing ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A recent survey by Deloitte and MIT Sloan Management Review suggests that companies are starting to derive real value from social business (defined to include activities that use social media, social software and technology-based social networks to enable connections between people, information and assets). However, that business value is concentrated most strongly in companies that have reached a certain level of sophistication in relation to their social business initiatives. MIT Sloan Management Review and Deloitte have been exploring the impact of social media on business over the past three years through surveys, data analysis and interviews with executives and academics. The latest survey explored whether companies are deriving value from their social business initiatives. Sixty-two percent of managers surveyed report that their organization's social business initiatives are at least somewhat successful at meeting their stated business objectives, while 63% of respondents report that social business has positively affected business outcomes at their company. Fifty-nine percent of respondents in multinational companies report that social business helps them operate across geographies. Perhaps equally compelling is the extent to which individual employees indicate the value of social business to their daily work. Fifty-seven percent of respondents say that it is at least somewhat important for them to work for companies with mature social business practices, while 46% of respondents say that social business is at least somewhat important for decision making in their day-to-day role. A key factor in whether companies are able to derive positive benefits from social business is social business maturity. The researchers asked survey respondents to envision a company with ideal social business practices and then to assess how close their company was to that ideal. The higher a respondent rates his or her company, the more likely they are to report that the company is deriving business value from its social business initiatives. For example, 92% of respondents from the companies with the most mature social business practices say that social business helps them operate across geographies. The data shows that, based on maturity, different groups share distinctive social business practices. Thus, while incremental improvements to existing social business practices are likely to yield positive business outcomes, the kinds of benefits asso...
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    [Ft. Meade, Md.?] : Center for Cryptologic History, National Security Agency
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (13 p.) , ill.
    Keywords: United States ; Navy ; History ; 20th century ; Cold War ; Reconnaissance operations ; Naval reconnaissance ; 20th century ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: This brochure celebrates the dedication of the U.S. Navy memorial at National Vigilance Park. It is hoped that it will provide readers with a glimpse into a world that was long hidden from view, a world of dedication, heroism and sacrifice. This brochure outlines the history of Naval aerial reconnaissance during the Cold War, and commemorates the many veterans of that long, secret struggle, especially the sailors who gave their lives.
    Note: Imprint from resource description page (Safari, viewed May 8, 2014). - "Commemorating silent sacrifices.". - Description based on online resource; title from cover (Safari, viewed May 8, 2014)
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    ISBN: 9780124166585 , 012416658X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Data mining ; Management ; Mathematical models ; Management ; Data processing ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Whether you are brand new to data mining or working on your tenth predictive analytics project, Commercial Data Mining will be there for you as an accessible reference outlining the entire process and related themes. In this book, you'll learn that your organization does not need a huge volume of data or a Fortune 500 budget to generate business using existing information assets. Expert author David Nettleton guides you through the process from beginning to end and covers everything from business objectives to data sources, and selection to analysis and predictive modeling. Commercial Data Mining includes case studies and practical examples from Nettleton's more than 20 years of commercial experience. Real-world cases covering customer loyalty, cross-selling, and audience prediction in industries including insurance, banking, and media illustrate the concepts and techniques explained throughout the book. Illustrates cost-benefit evaluation of potential projects Includes vendor-agnostic advice on what to look for in off-the-shelf solutions as well as tips on building your own data mining tools Approachable reference can be read from cover to cover by readers of all experience levels Includes practical examples and case studies as well as actionable business insights from author's own experience
    Note: "The savvy manager's guide."--Cover. - Includes bibliographical references and index. - Description based on print version record
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    New York : McGraw-Hill
    ISBN: 9780071827508 , 0071827501
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.)
    Series Statement: Thinkers 50
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Leadership ; Strategic planning ; Electronic books ; Creative ability in business ; Creative thinking ; Technological innovations ; New products ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: The World's Leading Business Minds on Today's Most Critical Challenges The most innovative ideas from the rising stars on the Thinkers50 Guru Radar Globalization, increasing competition, and the rapid pace of innovation are changing business best practices faster and faster. If you have long-term success in mind, you need to stay a step ahead of the competition. Creators of Thinkers50--the world's most respected ranking of business thinkers--Des Dearlove and Stuart Crainer bring you the very latest thinking on the future of business. Thinkers50 Future Thinkers reveals groundbreaking ideas from Thinkers50 Future Thinker award winner Nilofer Merchant; Monika Hamori, professor at Spain's IE Business School; groundbreaking leadership thinker Gianpiero Petriglieri; the cocreator of Jugaad Innovation, Navi Radjou; as well as bestselling authors Adam Grant, James Allworth, and Dorie Clark. Chapters include: What the Future Looks Like The Reinvention of Leadership Understanding Organizations Understanding Working Life Innovation Now Sustaining the Future Each book in the Thinkers50 series provides authoritative explanations of the concepts, ideas, and practices that are making a difference today, including specific examples and cases drawn from the original sources. "If management is a technology, then getting the next update early can be a competitive advantage," the authors write. "And where better to look for the next big idea than to the thinkers of the future?" Business success is no longer a result of finding the most effective way of doing things and sticking with it. The only best practice guaranteed to work is this: embrace change. Read Thinkers50 Future Thinkers and learn how to apply the best ideas from the brightest minds in the business world today. The first-ever global ranking of management thought leaders, Thinkers50 is the most prestigious and influential listing of its kind. Created in 2001 by Stuart Crainer and Des Dearlove, Thinkers50 has broadened its impact to include identifying, ranking, and sharing the best management thinking in the world. Today, Thinkers50 is recognized as the world's definitive ranking of the top 50 business thinkers, and the Thinkers50 Distinguished Achievement Awards are widely regarded as the "Oscars of management thinking." Now, the ideas and insights of the world's top business figures are right at your fingertips. The Thinkers50 series culls the best of the very best, delivering the latest concepts an...
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    New York : McGraw-Hill Education
    ISBN: 9780071821513 , 0071821511
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Series Statement: QuickSteps
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: iPad (Computer) ; Handbooks, manuals, etc ; Computers and older people ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Step-by-Step, Full-Color Graphics! Written by a senior for seniors, this practical, fast-paced guide helps you get up and running on your iPad right away. Color photos and screenshots with clear instructions make it easy to accomplish everything you want to do. Follow along and quickly learn how to set up your iPad, navigate the touch screen, use apps and email, and browse the Internet. Find out the best ways to manage photos, video chat with FaceTime, use iTunes and the iBook store, read eDocuments, listen to music, watch movies, play games, and use iCloud. iPad maintenance tips are also included. The unique, landscape layout of the QuickSteps series displays graphics and explanations side by side, and lays flat so you can easily refer to the book while working on your iPad. Use these handy guideposts: Shortcuts for accomplishing common tasks Personal insights from other seniors Need-to-know facts in concise narrative Helpful reminders or alternative ways of doing things Bonus information related to the topic being covered Errors and pitfalls to avoid
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    ISBN: 9780071811194 , 0071811192
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Leadership ; Management ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Learn how IBM has overcome its toughest challenges-and how you can replicate iconic company's success Over the past 100 years, the IBM Corporation has survived several recessions and innumerable twists and turns in the global technology market. And even in an economy of global recession, this icon continues to repeat remarkable performance after remarkable performance-reinventing the meaning of corporate sustainability, employee loyalty and value-added leadership-and followed by memorable customer service. Repeat the Remarkable reveals the leadership lessons of a top IBM leadership development trainer. In it, Holley gives you the tools to tap into your own personal success-so you can lead your company to remarkable and repeatable performances Perry Holley is program director, IBM Leadership Development.
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    New York : McGraw-Hill Education
    ISBN: 9780071809191 , 0071809198
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 2nd ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Business intelligence ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Revised to cover new advances in business intelligence-big data, cloud, mobile, and more-this fully updated bestseller reveals the latest techniques to exploit BI for the highest ROI. "Cindi has created, with her typical attention to details that matter, a contemporary forward-looking guide that organizations could use to evaluate existing or create a foundation for evolving business intelligence / analytics programs. The book touches on strategy, value, people, process, and technology, all of which must be considered for program success. Among other topics, the data, data warehousing, and ROI comments were spot on. The 'technobabble' chapter was brilliant!" - Bill Frank, Business Intelligence and Data Warehousing Program Manager, Johnson & Johnson "If you want to be an analytical competitor, you've got to go well beyond business intelligence technology. Cindi Howson has wrapped up the needed advice on technology, organization, strategy, and even culture in a neat package. It's required reading for quantitatively oriented strategists and the technologists who support them." - Thomas H. Davenport, President's Distinguished Professor, Babson College and co-author , Competing on Analytics "Cindi has created an exceptional, authoritative description of the end-to-end business intelligence ecosystem. This is a great read for those who are just trying to better understand the business intelligence space, as well as for the seasoned BI practitioner." - Sully McConnell, Vice President, Business Intelligence and Information Management, Time Warner Cable "Cindi's book succinctly yet completely lays out what it takes to deliver BI successfully. IT and business leaders will benefit from Cindi's deep BI experience, which she shares through helpful, real-world definitions, frameworks, examples, and stories. This is a must-read for companies engaged in - or considering - BI." - Barbara Wixom, PhD, Principal Research Scientist, MIT Sloan Center for Information Systems Research Expanded to cover the latest advances in business intelligence such as big data, cloud, mobile, visual data discovery, and in-memory computing, this fully updated bestseller by BI guru Cindi Howson provides cutting-edge techniques to exploit BI for maximum value. Successful Business Intelligence: Unlock the Value of BI & Big Data, Second Edition describes best practices for an effective BI strategy. Find out how to: Garner executive support to foster an analytic culture Align the BI str...
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    New York : McGraw-Hill Education
    ISBN: 9780071806329 , 0071806326
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: Rev. and expanded 3rd ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Executives ; Salaries, etc ; Compensation management ; Electronic books ; Business management ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: The definitive guide for anyone involved in designing and approving executive salaries-revised for new laws and attitudes about salaries and performance The Complete Guide to Executive Compensation , Third Edition, helps you evaluate your company's culture, organization, and strategy to create the best compensation package for the organization's interest. It contains new strategies based on recent changes regarding venture capitalism, boards of director's core responsibilities, changes in director's pay, shifts in stakeholder power, and laws like the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and healthcare reform. Bruce R. Ellig served at Pfizer Inc. for over 35 years, and spent his last 25 years as secretary of the Board of Directors' Executive Compensation Committee. He has received the Lifetime Achievement Awards from the Society of Human Resource Management and WorldatWork. Ellig was elected to the National Academy of Human Resources in 1993 and served as a fellow of the Employee Benefit Research Institute and the Wharton Aresty Institute.
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  • 72
    ISBN: 9780071798778 , 0071798773
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 2nd ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Internet telephony ; Security measures ; Computer networks ; Security measures ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: The latest techniques for averting UC disaster Establish a holistic security stance by learning to view your unified communications infrastructure through the eyes of the nefarious cyber-criminal. Hacking Exposed Unified Communications & VoIP , Second Edition offers thoroughly expanded coverage of today's rampant threats alongside ready-to deploy countermeasures. Find out how to block TDoS, toll fraud, voice SPAM, voice social engineering and phishing, eavesdropping, and man-in-the-middle exploits. This comprehensive guide features all-new chapters, case studies, and examples. See how hackers target vulnerable UC devices and entire networks Defend against TDoS, toll fraud, and service abuse Block calling number hacks and calling number spoofing Thwart voice social engineering and phishing exploits Employ voice spam mitigation products and filters Fortify Cisco Unified Communications Manager Use encryption to prevent eavesdropping and MITM attacks Avoid injection of malicious audio, video, and media files Use fuzzers to test and buttress your VoIP applications Learn about emerging technologies such as Microsoft Lync, OTT UC, other forms of UC, and cloud and WebRTC
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  • 73
    ISBN: 9780124115316 , 0124115314
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (xi, 205 p.) , ill.
    Keywords: Drinking water ; Purification ; Water ; Purification ; Water filters ; Emergency water supply ; Survival and emergency equipment ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Natural disasters, tornadoes, hurricanes, and floods are occurring with increasing frequency. In emergencies, pure drinking water is quickly the most important item. Low Cost Emergency Water Purification Technologies provides the tips and techniques for supplying potable drinking water at low cost in the direst circumstances. Succinct and readable, this manual describes the various options for correcting unsanitary or unsatisfactory drinking water. Several treatment methods for contaminated water are reviewed and the pros and cons of each are discussed. Covers long-term technologies including sand filtration, packaged filtration units, pressurized filtration systems and natural filtration Addresses short-term strategies such as reverse osmosis-based filtration, cartridge filtration systems, and solar pasteurizations systems Describes disinfection systems, energy-saving applications, cost considerations and HA/DR applications
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    Waltham, MA : Morgan Kaufmann
    ISBN: 9780124104501 , 0124104509
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Employment interviewing ; Handbooks, manuals, etc ; User-centered system design ; Vocational guidance ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Much of the work of user-centered design practitioners involves some type of interviewing. While interviewing is an important skill, many colleagues have little or no formal training in interviewing methods and often learn on the job with limited feedback on the quality of their interviews. This book teaches readers about the three basic interview methods: structured interviews, semi-structured interviews, and unstructured interviews. The author discusses the various strengths, weaknesses, issues with each type of interview, and includes best practices and procedures for conducing effective and efficient interviews. The book dives into the detailed information about interviews that haven't been discussed before - readers learn how and when to ask the "how" and "why" questions to get a deeper understanding of problems, concepts, and processes, as well as discussions on laddering and critical incident techniques. Because so much of what UX practitioners do involves good interviewing skills, this is your one-stop resource with the definitions, processes, procedures and best practices on the basic approaches.
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  • 75
    ISBN: 9780124047143 , 0124047149
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Commercial products ; Testing ; Computer software ; Testing ; User-centered system design ; Focus groups ; Interviewing ; Forums (Discussion and debate) ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: The Moderator's Survival Guide is your indispensable resource for navigating the rocky shoals of your one-on-one user research sessions. Inside, you'll find guidance for nearly 100 diverse situations (ranging from business-as-usual to tricky and sticky) that might occur during usability studies, contextual inquiries, or user interviews. As a moderator, you are responsible for the well-being of the participant, your study, and your organization. You must be prepared for anything that may happen, from your technology failing to the participant quailing. Use this guide to identify your best next steps, react appropriately, and survive any challenges that comes your way. Practical, field-tested, and actionable tips for what to do and say-and what NOT to do or say-in each situation. Key patterns and extensive examples to sharpen your approach to the commonplace and prepare you for the unlikely. Illustrative "survival stories" contributed by numerous professionals on the front lines of user research.
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    London ; : Elsevier
    ISBN: 9780124171305 , 0124171303
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 2nd ed.
    Series Statement: Elsevier insights
    Keywords: Systems engineering ; System analysis ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: System Requirements Analysis gives the professional systems engineer the tools to set up a proper and effective analysis of the resources, schedules and parts needed to successfully undertake and complete any large, complex project. This fully revised text offers readers the methods for rationally breaking down a large project into a series of stepwise questions, enabling you to determine a schedule, establish what needs to be procured, how it should be obtained, and what the likely costs in dollars, manpower, and equipment will be to complete the project at hand. System Requirements Analysis is compatible with the full range of popular engineering management tools, from project management to competitive engineering to Six Sigma, and will ensure that a project gets off to a good start before it's too late to make critical planning changes. The book can be used for either self-instruction or in the classroom, offering a wealth of detail about the advantages of requirements analysis to the individual reader or the student group. Written by the authority on systems engineering, a founding member of the International Council on Systems Engineering (INCOSE) Complete overview of the basic principles of starting a system requirements analysis program, including initial specifications to define problems, and parameters of an engineering program Covers various analytical approaches to system requirements, including structural and functional analysis, budget calculations, and risk analysis
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  • 77
    ISBN: 9780124165731 , 0124165737
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (xi, 212 p.) , ill.
    Keywords: Business enterprises ; Security measures ; Industrial safety ; Risk management ; Fraud ; Prevention ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Whether you are a business owner, department manager, or even a concerned employee, Workplace Security Essentials will show you how to improve workplace safety and security using real-life examples and step-by-step instructions. Every organization, be it large or small, needs to be prepared to protect its facilities, inventory, and, most importantly, its staff. Workplace Security Essentials is the perfect training resource to help businesses implement successful security measures, boost employee morale and reduce turnover, protect the company's reputation and public profile, and develop the ability to process and analyze risks of all kinds. Workplace Security Essentials helps the reader understand how different business units can work together and make security a business function-not a burden or extra cost. Shows how to identify threats using tried-and-true methods for assessing risk in any size organization Uses real-world examples and scenarios to illustrate what can go wrong-and what can go right when you are prepared Prepares the reader for worst-case scenarios and domestic violence that may spill over into the workplace Provides a clear understanding of various electronic systems, video surveillance, and burglar alarms, and how to manage a security guard force
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  • 78
    ISBN: 9780124115637 , 0124115632
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 1st ed.
    Keywords: Economic development ; Developing countries ; International trade ; Globalization ; Developing countries ; Economic conditions ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Emerging Markets and the Global Economy investigates analytical techniques suited to emerging market economies, which are typically prone to policy shocks. Despite the large body of emerging market finance literature, their underlying dynamics and interactions with other economies remain challenging and mysterious because standard financial models measure them imprecisely. Describing the linkages between emerging and developed markets, this collection systematically explores several crucial issues in asset valuation and risk management. Contributors present new theoretical constructions and empirical methods for handling cross-country volatility and sudden regime shifts. Usually attractive for investors because of the superior growth they can deliver, emerging markets can have a low correlation with developed markets. This collection advances your knowledge about their inherent characteristics. Foreword by Ali M. Kutan Concentrates on post-crisis roles of emerging markets in the global economy Reports on key theoretical and technical developments in emerging financial markets Forecasts future developments in linkages among developed and emerging economies
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  • 79
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    Oxford, UK ; : Academic Press
    ISBN: 9780124104518 , 0124104517
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 1st ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Semantic computing ; Artificial intelligence ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Efficient Computation of Argumentation Semantics addresses argumentation semantics and systems, introducing readers to cutting-edge decomposition methods that drive increasingly efficient logic computation in AI and intelligent systems. Such complex and distributed systems are increasingly used in the automation and transportation systems field, and particularly autonomous systems, as well as more generic intelligent computation research. The Series in Intelligent Systems publishes titles that cover state-of-the-art knowledge and the latest advances in research and development in intelligent systems. Its scope includes theoretical studies, design methods, and real-world implementations and applications. The series publishes titles in three core sub-topic areas: intelligent automation, intelligent transportation systems, and intelligent computing. The first book to cover new methods for computing static, dynamic, and partial argumentation systems Methods are applicable to development of systems and research areas in both AI and broader intelligent systems Provides the AI and IS community with insight into the critical field of efficient computation, with a focus on intelligent automation, intelligent transportation systems, and intelligent computing
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  • 80
    ISBN: 9780124047280 , 0124047289
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 1st ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Electronic data processing ; Distributed processing ; Mathematics ; Combinatorial topology ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Distributed Computing Through Combinatorial Topology describes techniques for analyzing distributed algorithms based on award winning combinatorial topology research. The authors present a solid theoretical foundation relevant to many real systems reliant on parallelism with unpredictable delays, such as multicore microprocessors, wireless networks, distributed systems, and Internet protocols. Today, a new student or researcher must assemble a collection of scattered conference publications, which are typically terse and commonly use different notations and terminologies. This book provides a self-contained explanation of the mathematics to readers with computer science backgrounds, as well as explaining computer science concepts to readers with backgrounds in applied mathematics. The first section presents mathematical notions and models, including message passing and shared-memory systems, failures, and timing models. The next section presents core concepts in two chapters each: first, proving a simple result that lends itself to examples and pictures that will build up readers' intuition; then generalizing the concept to prove a more sophisticated result. The overall result weaves together and develops the basic concepts of the field, presenting them in a gradual and intuitively appealing way. The book's final section discusses advanced topics typically found in a graduate-level course for those who wish to explore further. Named a 2013 Notable Computer Book for Computing Methodologies by Computing Reviews Gathers knowledge otherwise spread across research and conference papers using consistent notations and a standard approach to facilitate understanding Presents unique insights applicable to multiple computing fields, including multicore microprocessors, wireless networks, distributed systems, and Internet protocols Synthesizes and distills material into a simple, unified presentation with examples, illustrations, and exercises
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  • 81
    ISBN: 9780124095267 , 0124095267
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Series Statement: The savvy manager's guides
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Database management ; Big data ; Data mining ; Electronic books ; local ; Electronic books
    Abstract: Information Management: Gaining a Competitive Advantage with Data is about making smart decisions to make the most of company information. Expert author William McKnight develops the value proposition for information in the enterprise and succinctly outlines the numerous forms of data storage. Information Management will enlighten you, challenge your preconceived notions, and help activate information in the enterprise. Get the big picture on managing data so that your team can make smart decisions by understanding how everything from workload allocation to data stores fits together. The practical, hands-on guidance in this book includes: Part 1: The importance of information management and analytics to business, and how data warehouses are used Part 2: The technologies and data that advance an organization, and extend data warehouses and related functionality Part 3: Big Data and NoSQL, and how technologies like Hadoop enable management of new forms of data Part 4: Pulls it all together, while addressing topics of agile development, modern business intelligence, and organizational change management Read the book cover-to-cover, or keep it within reach for a quick and useful resource. Either way, this book will enable you to master all of the possibilities for data or the broadest view across the enterprise. Balances business and technology, with non-product-specific technical detail Shows how to leverage data to deliver ROI for a business Engaging and approachable, with practical advice on the pros and cons of each domain, so that you learn how information fits together into a complete architecture Provides a path for the data warehouse professional into the new normal of heterogeneity, including NoSQL solutions
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  • 82
    ISBN: 9780071837255 , 0071837256
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Lian xiang ji tuan (China) ; Computer industry ; China ; History ; Electronic books ; Leadership ; Teams in the workplace ; Organizational behavior ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: The Lenovo Way to Profitability and Growth In 2005, the Chinese corporation Lenovo acquired what was seen as a sacred American icon--IBM's personal computer business. It has since grown to become the world's biggest PC company and is now rapidly growing in the global mobile space. The Lenovo Way reveals practical methods for managing a truly diverse workforce operating around the world, drawn from both China and the United States. Gina Qiao is Senior Vice President of HR at Lenovo. Yolanda Conyers is Vice President of HR Operations and Chief Diversity Officer at Lenovo.
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    New York : McGraw-Hill Education
    ISBN: 9780071835718 , 0071835717
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Series Statement: How to do everything
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Mac OS ; iOS (Electronic resource) ; Operating systems (Computers) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Maximize your productivity--the Apple way! Get the most out of the iWork suite of apps on a Mac, an iOS device, and in iCloud. How to Do Everything: Pages, Keynote & Numbers for OS X and iOS shows you how to create great-looking documents, persuasive presentations, and number-crunching spreadsheets. Filled with clear explanations and detailed examples, this practical guide covers everything you need to know to use these powerful productivity apps on your Mac, iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, and web browser. Set up an iCloud account and download Pages, Keynote, and Numbers Create, edit, and format documents with Pages Add graphics, audio, video, tables, and charts to your documents Design and deliver impressive presentations with Keynote Include media, graphics, and charts in your presentation slides Set up, share, and secure powerful spreadsheets with Numbers Add tables, formulas, charts, audio, and video to your spreadsheets Access and sync iWork files using iCloud and collaborate with others
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  • 84
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    [San Francisco?] : Peachpit Press
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Canon digital cameras ; Single-lens reflex cameras ; Photography ; Digital techniques ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: The successor to Canon's popular, now-three-year-old EOS 60D "prosumer" DSLR, the Canon 70D is a powerful camera intended for advanced amateurs to professionals who want to jump into photography with the control and capabilities of a DSLR-but without the high price. There's the manual, of course, as well as competing books, and while they all explain, often in 400+ pages, what the camera can do, none of them shows exactly how to use the camera to create great images! This book has one goal: to teach Canon EOS 70D owners how to make great shots using their camera. Starting with the top ten things you need to know about the 70D-charging your battery, setting your ISO, reviewing your photos, and more-professional photographer and author Nicole S. Young then carefully guides you through the modes of the camera, offering practical advice on choosing your settings, expert shooting tips, and end-of-chapter "challenges" to get you up and running with your 70D. The 70D is slated for availability in late September 2013. Features include: - 20.2 Megapixel CMOS sensor - ISO 100-12,800 (expandable to 25,600) for shooting from bright to dim light. - A 19-point all cross-type autofocus system - A 7 frames-per-second continuous shooting capability - In-camera features like HDR, HDR Backlight Control, Multiple Exposure, Handheld Night Scene, and Creative Filters - A 3-inch Clear View LCD monitor - And much more!
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  • 85
    ISBN: 9780071840156 , 007184015X
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Retail trade ; Management ; Electronic books ; Marketing ; Consumer behavior ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: YOU CAN COMPETE WITH THE BIG-BOX STORES! Whether you're a seasoned merchant or retail newbie, Retail 101 is the guide you need to successfully manage, market, and grow your retail business, brick and mortar or online. From two of today's top retail thought leaders, Retail 101 serves both as a strategic planning guide and as a hands-on practical reference that answers your critical questions along the way. "The ultimate how-to guide for independent retailers. Each chapter addresses a vital ingredient for retail success, including helpful ideas, useful lists, and action guides." -- Ted Teele, Chief Executive Officer, SnapRetail "While small retailers may feel like an endangered species, those who read this practical guidebook to retail survival will come away confident that they have unique assets they can turn into sustainable profits." -- Molly Love Rogers, President and CEO of Internet Retailer "If you've ever felt alone or frustrated building your business, read this book today!" -- Joe Abraham, founder of BOSI Global, author of Entrepreneurial DNA
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  • 86
    ISBN: 9780071837866 , 0071837868
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 2nd ed.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Project management ; Handbooks, manuals, etc ; Electronic books ; Project management ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO PROGRAM MANAGEMENT--FULLY UPDATED AND REVISED Program managers must strike a balance between operations and project implementations in order to develop and maintain a culture in which the components of success are repeatable. The Handbook of Program Management is designed to help you do exactly that. This go-to guide supplies you with the insight and tools you need to establish processes that ensure the success of your project managers--and increase the profitability of your products and services. Fully updated and heavily revised, this new edition helps you incorporate new technologies and people into your processes while delivering improved products and services that continually outpace your competition. The Handbook of Program Management provides critical information from a trusted expert. In addition to the classic chapters on Attributes of the Effective Program Manager, Stakeholder Management, and Portfolio Management Essentials, this updated edition is packed with brandnew material covering: Change management Interfaces How bad projects are stopped or postponed How consultants and subcontractors should be used Program performance analysis The role of governance Avoiding the complicated theories and phantom quick-fixes you'll find in other books, The Handbook of Program Management offers straightforward, actionable methods for establishing a highly effective project management culture: one with integrity, energy, and full stakeholder support. Nowhere else will you find such comprehensive, authoritative information on creating successful program management outcomes. The author takes you on the entire journey, from strategically creating a program culture, to building effective relationships, and to analyzing ways of accomplishing your program objectives. The Handbook of Program Management is essential reading for program managers of all levels, whether you're a novice seeking certification in the field or an executive looking to build a flexible organization that can support dynamic on-going product development. Praise for the previous edition of The Handbook of Program Management : "Brown's book captures the essential skills of program and project management. It serves as a 'how to' guide for those entering the business, as well as a refresher on the skills and attributes for those ready to take the next step. The book effectively defines the leader's role in creating the team culture and environment for success." ...
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  • 87
    ISBN: 9780071834919 , 0071834915
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Employee orientation ; Employee motivation ; Employee morale ; Electronic books ; Leadership ; Teams in the workplace ; Organizational behavior ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: The Quick Guide to Recruiting and Onboarding Top Talent In the war for talent, the last company standing is always the one that finds the best employees and integrates them quickly and effectively into the organization. This quick-access guide provides the tools and strategies you need to select, recruit, interview, and onboard every kind of employee--from Next-ers and Millennials to baby boomers and nontraditional workers. Packed with strategies, tactics, and tips you can start putting to use right away, The Talent Selection and Onboarding Pocket Tool Kit gives you instant access to create a powerful workforce that will launch your company to the top. Talent Selection and Onboarding Tool Kit contains: Step-by-step onboarding techniques Quizzes and exercises Informative tables Chapter summaries and takeaways
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    New York : McGraw-Hill Education
    ISBN: 9780071832137 , 0071832130
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: BeagleBone Black (Computer) ; Programming ; JavaScript (Computer program language) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Program your own BeagleBone Black projects! Build creative BeagleBone Black devices--no prior programming or electronics experience required. In Programming the BeagleBone Black , electronics guru Simon Monk explains essential application development methods through straightforward directions and cool downloadable examples. Discover how to navigate the board, write and debug code, use expansion capes, and control external hardware. Easy-to-follow plans show you how to wire up and program a Web-controlled roving robot and an e-mail notifier that lights an incandescent lamp. Set up the BeagleBone Black and explore its features Connect to your computer via USB or Ethernet Use the BeagleBone Black as a stand-alone PC Write and execute BoneScript code Use JavaScript functions and timers Perform analog and digital I/O Work with expansion capes and modules Design Web interfaces that control electronics Assemble and program a robot and an e-mail notifier
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  • 89
    ISBN: 9780071827843 , 0071827846
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.)
    Series Statement: Thinkers 50
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Management ; Employee motivation ; Personnel management ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: The World's Leading Business Minds on Today's Most Critical Challenge Featuring Gary Hamel, Rosabeth Moss Kanter, John Kotter, Dan Pink, Lynda Gratton, Tammy Erickson, Doug Ready, and others "Thinkers50 . . . is the global barometer of the best management thinking." -- Professor Vijay Govindarajan, Tuck Business School at Dartmouth College Is management an art or a science? It is both--and much more. Management may be the single most important business discipline, and yet it is the most difficult to define. Stuart Crainer and Des Dearlove, creators of Thinkers50, begin by providing a thorough definition of management. Thinkers50 Management then reveals the most innovative management theories and insights from today's leading academics and practitioners. Chapters include: Managing Processes Measuring Performance Managing Change Managing Talent Managing Globally Managing Emotionally Managing Millennials Each book in the Thinkers50 series provides authoritative explanations of the concepts, ideas, and practices that are making a difference today, including specific examples and cases drawn from the original sources. Quality, forward-looking management doesn't just drive profits; it is a vital contribution to creating a healthy, peaceful society. "Management matters," the authors write. "It shapes the world. It is the vital lubricant that protects us from chaos. It is a calling and an enabling force." Whether you're facing current management challenges in our fast-paced global economy or are aspiring to rise in the ranks to become a successful manager, Thinkers50 Management gives you the insight and knowledge you need to excel in today's highly competitive business world.
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  • 90
    ISBN: 9780071827522 , 0071827528
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.)
    Series Statement: Thinkers 50
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Organizational effectiveness ; Electronic books ; Leadership ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: The World's Leading Business Minds on Today's Most Critical Challenges Featuring Jim Collins, Daniel Goleman, Marshall Goldsmith, Stew Friedman, and others "Thinkers50 is . . . the Oscars for ideas." -- Professor Costas Markides, London Business School Stuart Crainer and Des Dearlove, creators of Thinkers50, have personally interviewed top leaders from businesses around the globe--from CEOs of multinationals to successful sports coaches to people on the front lines of education. In Thinkers50 Leadership , the authors cull the best practices and most intriguing insights of today's top leadership experts to give you an edge on the competition. Chapters include: Crucibles of Leadership Level 5 Leadership The Real Thing Charisma and the Dark Side Followership Where Leaders Meet the World Leaders at Work Each book in the Thinkers50 series provides authoritative explanations of the concepts, ideas, and practices that are making a difference today, including specific examples and cases drawn from the original sources. The concept of leadership was once reserved for politics and the military. But as the authors write, "Leadership is now multifaceted rather than simply summed up in the dread words 'command and control.' Leadership is about feelings. Leadership is about emotions. Leadership is about those who follow. Leadership is about the people touched by the actions of leaders." An in-depth exploration of a fascinating subject, Thinkers50 Leadership reveals the most innovative theories and concepts on the subject from the world's top leadership experts.
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  • 91
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    Online Resource
    New York : McGraw-Hill Education
    ISBN: 9780071827188 , 0071827188
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Java (Computer program language) ; Internet programming ; Web site development ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Master Application Development with Java WebSocket Build dynamic enterprise Web applications that fully leverage state-of-the-art communication technologies. Written by the leading expert on Java WebSocket programming, this Oracle Press guide offers practical development strategies and detailed example applications. Java WebSocket Programming explains how to design client/server applications, incorporate full-duplex messaging, establish connections, create endpoints, handle path mapping, and secure data. You'll also learn how to encrypt Web transmissions and enrich legacy applications with Java WebSocket. Develop Web applications using the Java WebSocket API Create and publish annotated and programmatic endpoints Manage the lifecycle events of WebSocket endpoints Maintain reliable connections across the endpoint lifecycle Manage synchronous and asynchronous messaging Define encoding and decoding strategies for complex messaging Configure message timeouts, size limits, and exceptions Map message paths and route incoming URIs to Web containers Secure data, authenticate users, and encrypt connections
    Note: Includes index. - Description based on print version record
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  • 92
    ISBN: 9780071823555 , 0071823557
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Consulting firms ; New business enterprises ; Consultants ; Marketing ; Electronic books ; Career development ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: "[Weiss is] one of the most highly respected independent consultants in the country." -New York Post If you're an aspiring entrepreneur, you've come to the right place. In Million Dollar Launch , bestselling author and superstar consultant Alan Weiss shows you how to get your business up and running-fast! Step by step, Weiss reveals how to create a revenue-producing practice quickly and successfully-while funds last and while support systems remain passionate. This is an indispensable guide to those critical first 90 days. Alan Weiss is the bestselling author of Million Dollar Consulting . He belongs to the Professional Speaker Hall of Fame and is the recipient of the National Speakers Association Council of Peers Award for Excellence, representing the top 1 percent of professional speakers in the world.
    Note: Includes index. - Description based on print version record
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  • 93
    Online Resource
    Online Resource
    [Erscheinungsort nicht ermittelbar] : Peachpit Press
    ISBN: 9780133491524 , 0133491528
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Canon digital cameras ; Handbooks, manuals, etc ; Photography ; Digital techniques ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Now that you've bought the amazing Canon EOS Rebel T5i / 700D, you need a book that goes beyond a tour of the camera's features to show you exactly how to use the camera to take great pictures. With Canon EOS Rebel T5i / 700D: From Snapshots to Great Shots, you get the perfect blend of photography instruction and camera reference that will take your images to the next level! Beautifully illustrated with large, vibrant photos, this book teaches you how to take control of your photography to get the image you want every time you pick up the camera. Follow along with your friendly and knowledgeable guide, photographer and author Jeff Revell, and you will: Learn the top ten things you need to know about shooting with the Rebel Use the Rebel's automatic modes to get better shots right away Move on to the Creative zone, where you have full control over the look and feel of your images Master the photographic basics of composition, focus, depth of field, and much more Learn all the best tricks and techniques for getting great action shots, landscapes, and portraits Find out how to get great shots in low light Fully grasp all the concepts and techniques as you go, with assignments at the end of every chapter And once you've got the shot, show it off! Join the book's Flickr group, share your photos, and discuss how you use your Rebel to getgreat shots at flickr.com/groups/t5i700dfromsnapshotstogreatshots.
    Note: Includes index. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed Sept. 20, 2013)
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  • 94
    ISBN: 9780133475654 , 0133475654
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Edition: 2014 ed.
    Keywords: Ubuntu (Electronic resource) ; Linux ; Operating systems (Computers) ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: The Publisher regrets that the CD/DVD content for this title cannot be made available Online. Ubuntu Unleashed 2014 Edition is filled with unique and advanced information for everyone who wants to make the most of the Linux-based Ubuntu operating system. This new edition has been thoroughly revised and updated by a long-time Ubuntu community leader to reflect the exciting new Ubuntu 13.10 and the forthcoming Ubuntu 14.04. Former Ubuntu Forum administrator Matthew Helmke covers all you need to know about Ubuntu 13.10/14.04 installation, configuration, productivity, multimedia, development, system administration, server operations, networking, virtualization, security, DevOps, and more-including intermediate-to-advanced techniques you won't find in any other book. Helmke presents up-to-the-minute introductions to Ubuntu's key productivity and Web development tools, programming languages, hardware support, and more. You'll find new or improved coverage of Ubuntu's Unity interface, various types of servers, software repositories, database options, virtualization and cloud services, development tools, monitoring, troubleshooting, Ubuntu's push into mobile and other touch screen devices, and much more. Matthew Helmke served from 2006 to 2011 on the Ubuntu Forum Council, providing leadership and oversight of the Ubuntu Forums, and spent two years on the Ubuntu regional membership approval board for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. He has written about Ubuntu for several magazines and websites and is the lead author of The Official Ubuntu Book . He works for Pearson Education writing technical documentation for educational testing software. Detailed information on how to... Configure and customize the Unity desktop Get started with multimedia and productivity applications, including LibreOffice Manage Linux services, users, and software packages Administer and run Ubuntu from the command line Automate tasks and use shell scripting Provide secure remote access and configure a secure VPN Manage kernels and modules Administer file, print, email, proxy, LDAP, DNS, and HTTP servers (Apache, Nginx, or alternatives) Learn about new options for managing large numbers of servers Work with databases (both SQL and the newest NoSQL alternatives) Get started with virtualization Build a private cloud with Juju and Charms Learn the basics about popular programming languages including Python, PHP, Perl, and new alternatives such as Go and Rust Learn about Ubuntu's ...
    Note: Includes bibliographical references and index. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed Jan. 27, 2014)
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  • 95
    ISBN: 9780133449136 , 0133449130
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Physical distribution of goods ; Business logistics ; Transportation ; Shipment of goods ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: This is the most authoritative and complete guide to planning, implementing, measuring, and optimizing world-class supply chain transportation processes. Straight from the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals (CSCMP), it brings together up-to-the-minute principles, strategies, and decisions for cost-efficiently and effectively moving goods between sellers and buyers. CSCMP and Thomas Goldsby introduce crucial concepts including transportation modes, execution, and control; outsourcing, modal and carrier selection, and 3PLs; TMS technologies; ocean shipping, international air, customs, and regulation; and much more. Step by step, The Definitive Guide to Transportation helps you optimize all facets of transportation, one of the highest-cost, highest-impact areas of supply chain management. Coverage includes: Basic transportation management concepts and their essential roles in demand fulfillment Key elements, processes, and interactions of transportation operations management Design principles and strategies for establishing efficient, effective, and sustainable transportation operations The critical role of technology in managing transportation operations and product flows Requirements and challenges of planning and moving goods between countries Best practices for assessing performance using standard metrics and frameworks
    Note: Include bibliographical references and index. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed Jan. 14, 2014)
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  • 96
    ISBN: 9780133442632 , 0133442632
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Adobe After effects ; Cinematography ; Special effects ; Data processing ; Image processing ; Digital techniques ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: This is the only book to focus exclusively on the creation of visual effects for After Effects, and is a one-stop resource for anyone who wants in-depth explanations that demystify the realm of visual effects and how they were created, thanks to veteran author Mark Christiansen's friendly and accessible style. A thoroughly packed, informative read, this masterful guide focuses on explaining the essential concepts, features, and techniques that are key to creating seamless movie-quality visual effects. Users who are comfortable with After Effects will find a helpful review of the fundamentals-managing footage, viewing and editing layers, animating type, and more-so they can learn how to work smarter and more efficiently. Readers of all levels will learn core techniques for effects compositing including color matching, keying, rotoscoping, motion tracking, emulating the camera, and concluding with using expressions in After Effects. The final section of the book delves into creative explorations, demonstrating professional effects that readers might want to re-create. Readers will also find comprehensive coverage of all new features, including the new workflow between After Effects CC and CINEMA 4D, coverage on the 3D Camera Tracker, and examples of the Refine Edge tool for high-quality matting results. Included with the book are HD media files and After Effects project files used for many of the techniques in the book, as well as demos of plug-ins that you can use to experiment with in your own effects. Author Expertise: Mark Christiansen (christiansen.com) is a visual effects supervisor and creative director and has worked on features including Avatar , Pirates of the Caribbean 3 , and Beasts of the Southern Wild , and has served as a director, producer, designer, and compositor/animator on commercials, music videos, live events, and television documentary productions. Mark has done work directly for the Adobe After Effects development and marketing teams, is a founder at provideocoalition.com, and has taught courses at fxphd.com and Academy of Art University. He has been a guest host of popular podcasts such as "The VFX Show" and has written all editions of this book and coauthored After Effects 5.5 Magic . Mark is also founder of New Scribbler Press.
    Note: Includes index. - Description based on on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed September 12, 2013)
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  • 97
    ISBN: 9780133440393 , 0133440397
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Keywords: Human-computer interaction ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Whether teaching or learning UX Design, activities often sink in deeper than lectures. And game-like activities with a lesson included both engage and instruct. This book contains fun and challenging activities to help participants learn core concepts in user experience, from sketching, to photo safaris that encourage field observation, to creating an experience model for your daily bus ride, etc. It is structured as 50% activity and 50% explanation.
    Note: Includes index. - Description based on online resource; title from title page (Safari, viewed Dec. 19, 2013)
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  • 98
    ISBN: 9780133439137 , 0133439135
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Series Statement: Visual quickstart guide
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Adobe Illustrator (Computer file) ; Computer graphics ; Computer drawing ; Desktop publishing ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: For almost two decades, the best-selling Visual QuickStart Guides by Elaine Weinmann and Peter Lourekas have been the textbooks of choice in classrooms and the go-to tutorial and reference for art and design professionals. This edition includes their trademark features: clear, concise, step-by-step instructions; hundreds of full-color illustrations; screen captures of program features; and supplemental tips and sidebars in every chapter. This fully updated edition for Illustrator CC covers the new enhancements and features, including significant upgrades to the interface, new unembed an image, multiple file placement, images in Brushes, and touch type and Free Transform tool. The new and updated Illustrator CC features are clearly marked with bright red stars in both the table of contents and main text. Readers can follow the steps in a tutorial fashion, or use the book as a reference guide to individual program features. Many of the key illustrations used in the book are available via Web download for practice by readers.
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  • 99
    ISBN: 9780071827270 , 0071827277
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Oracle (Computer file) ; Big data ; Database management ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: Transform Big Data into Insight "In this book, some of Oracle's best engineers and architects explain how you can make use of big data. They'll tell you how you can integrate your existing Oracle solutions with big data systems, using each where appropriate and moving data between them as needed." -- Doug Cutting, co-creator of Apache Hadoop Cowritten by members of Oracle's big data team, Oracle Big Data Handbook provides complete coverage of Oracle's comprehensive, integrated set of products for acquiring, organizing, analyzing, and leveraging unstructured data. The book discusses the strategies and technologies essential for a successful big data implementation, including Apache Hadoop, Oracle Big Data Appliance, Oracle Big Data Connectors, Oracle NoSQL Database, Oracle Endeca, Oracle Advanced Analytics, and Oracle's open source R offerings. Best practices for migrating from legacy systems and integrating existing data warehousing and analytics solutions into an enterprise big data infrastructure are also included in this Oracle Press guide. Understand the value of a comprehensive big data strategy Maximize the distributed processing power of the Apache Hadoop platform Discover the advantages of using Oracle Big Data Appliance as an engineered system for Hadoop and Oracle NoSQL Database Configure, deploy, and monitor Hadoop and Oracle NoSQL Database using Oracle Big Data Appliance Integrate your existing data warehousing and analytics infrastructure into a big data architecture Share data among Hadoop and relational databases using Oracle Big Data Connectors Understand how Oracle NoSQL Database integrates into the Oracle Big Data architecture Deliver faster time to value using in-database analytics Analyze data with Oracle Advanced Analytics (Oracle R Enterprise and Oracle Data Mining), Oracle R Distribution, ROracle, and Oracle R Connector for Hadoop Analyze disparate data with Oracle Endeca Information Discovery Plan and implement a big data governance strategy and develop an architecture and roadmap
    Note: "Oracle Press.". - Includes index. - Description based on print version record
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  • 100
    ISBN: 9780071826747 , 0071826742
    Language: English
    Pages: 1 online resource (1 v.) , ill.
    Parallel Title: Erscheint auch als
    Keywords: Java (Computer program language) ; Examinations ; Study guides ; Business enterprises ; Computer networks ; Examinations ; Study guides ; Electronic data processing personnel ; Certification ; Electronic books ; Electronic books ; local
    Abstract: A Complete Study System for OCM Exams 1Z0-807, 1Z0-865, and 1Z0-866 Prepare for the Oracle Certified Master Java EE 6 Enterprise Architect exams with this exclusive Oracle Press guide. The multiple-choice exam, the assignment, and the essay exam are covered. Chapters feature challenging exercises, a certification summary, a two-minute drill, and a self-test to reinforce the topics presented. This authoritative resource helps you pass these exams and also serves as an essential, on-the-job reference. Get complete coverage of all exam objectives, including: Application design concepts and principles Common architectures Integration and messaging Business-tier technologies Web-tier technologies Design patterns Security Electronic content includes: 120 multiple-choice practice exam questions Test engine that provides practice exams and customized quizzes by chapter
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