Nicolas Glann
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Colorado Technical University: BS in Business Administration - Information Technology; Barstow Community College: AS in Business & AS in Computer ScienceInterests
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Wagering on MMA EventsTake the guesswork out of picking winning fighters and wagering online for MMA events.
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Saving for Retirement:How and why to save for retirement using a 401(k), traditional IRA, and/or Roth IRA; how and why to diversify; and excellent scenarios are outlined in this article.
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Information System Development Technique & Software Development Life CycleAn organization can utilize the modeling technique in mapping out and planning how to implement the software development life cycle in order to execute their software strategy
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New Information System ImplementationThree things must occur with the implementation of a new or changed information system: training, site preparation, and conversion. These things come at a price, but the return on investment make them worth every penny.
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Hiring for Organizational Fit Vs. Hiring for TaskCompanies can hire for organizational fit, for task, or a combination of both. Which method is the best choice?
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Ethical and Unethical Actions in Upcoming Strikeforce EventNick Diaz acted unethically with regards to his upcoming bout with Jay Hieron at this weekend's Strikeforce MMA event. Thank goodness for professional athletes such as Jesse Taylor who can make ethical decisions and be legitimate replacements.
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Moral Character & Ethical Theory in PoliticsPublic officials have a fiduciary responsibility to the people whom they represent. Telling lies shows blatant disregard for this fiduciary responsibility. The moral character of these politicians can be related to the virtue ethical theory.
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Project Manager RoleProject managers are assigned with the task of achieving project objectives. Their roles are very different than that of a functional manager or an operations manager.
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Motivating EmployeesMoney is the major driver for many things in this world, including motivating employees. This can be achieved through variable pay, spot bonuses, and a recognition program.
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Financial Institutions and ConsumersFinancial institutions play a role when it comes to facilitating transactions between individuals, businesses, & governments. Financial institutions can influence the financial decision-making of individuals & businesses.
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Cost of Capital & Market RiskA company's cost of capital can be influenced by a number of things, including market risk, market rates, and the firm's debt-to-equity ratio. Market risk can be measured in a few different ways. -
Pros & Cons of Different Capital Budgeting TechniquesThere are pros and cons of the three capital budgeting techniques - payback, net present value (NPV), and internal rate of return (IRR). This information can be used to help decide whether to accept or reject a project. -
Forecasting & BudgetingIn this paper I discuss forecasting and budgeting. Forecasting is an important precursor to budgeting. We will break down each of these elements and apply them to the real world.
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Financial RatiosFinancial ratios can be used by a company's management, shareholders, and creditors to evaluate policies, processes, and performance. There are a variety of types of financial ratios which can be used for analysis.
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Steroids: Where Are the Bodies?If used properly and intelligently, steroids are safe for use in adult males. There has been no scientific study or any solid information to refute this.
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Free Trade & the Environment: A Look into the Chevron WayA couple of Chevron's subsidiaries operate in Indonesia. Such operations lead to environmental concerns, which Chevron has taken the steps to try and mitigate through revegetation, phytoremediation, and by implementing mobile health services. -
Economic Experience of Mexico Since NAFTASince the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) has been implemented, trade among Mexico and the US has skyrocketed. There has been positive effects of NAFTA, as well as negative effects. -
Recommendations for Business Improvement: Start with the Financial StatementsIt is important to review the financial statements of your business, as they are a leading indicator of overall performance. Also, using the information derived from the financial statements to base decisions on will lead to increased profits. -
Mixed Costs: Differentiating the Fixed from the Variable CostsThere are costs which have both fixed and variable elements, which are known as mixed costs. A couple of techniques can be utilized in order to separate the fixed costs from the variable costs in these mixed costs.
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Applying Lean Six Sigma to Your OrganizationThis paper is the overview of my recommendations to the organizations regarding the improving of the efficiency & effectiveness of the various operating processes. Organizations need to adopt & apply the lean six sigma steps to achieve their goal.
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Just-in-Time Manufacturing: All About the Business PracticeAre you considering implementing a just-in-time (JIT) manufacturing process? This paper will give a brief explanation of what JIT is, what the advantages and disadvantages are, and how you can put this process into place.
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The 4 P's: Product, Price, Promotion, & PlacementAs businesses prepare their marketing plans, they must first focus on product, price, promotion, and placement (distribution).
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Media MergersShould media companies support FCC proposals and regulation permitting the mergers of media companies? Is there an ethical and social responsibility which may be affected? We will examine these questions and their answers.
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International Trade RestrictionsWe will explore the affects of international trade restrictions, if they should be implemented, and if they are successful.
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International Trade and Comparative AdvantageInternational trade and countries producing in alignment with their respective comparative advantages will benefit the world as a whole. In this paper, we examine the comparative advantages of the tobacco and automobile industries. -
Doing the Right ThingA company must operate ethically in all regards to its business. Businesses should not offer lower wages to workers in a certain country or pollute the environment in another country.
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International Trade Opportunities, Threats, & ChallengesInternational trade presents opportunities for workers, yet poses a threat to workers. In addition, international trade poses challenges. These nations involved are, however, better off than they would be without international trade.
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Fixed Vs Variable CostsIn this paper, we shed light on switching from fixed costs to variable costs and give an explanation if switching to variable costs makes sense, when to switch, and what kinds of fixed costs companies have.
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Marketing Difference: Gap Vs Ann TaylorWe will examine the marketing strategies of Gap and Ann Tayor. This will be done by study their product, pricing, promotion, and placement strategies. Once compared, we can see which company is performing the best. The results may be surprising. -
Managerial Accounting RoleManagerial accountants do more than just crunch numbers and do "the books" when all the real business of the company is complete. I interviewed a Chevron Financial Analyst on his role as a managerial accountant.
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Customer Relationship Management Tools, the Internet & DatabasesIn this paper, we assess organizations' use of customer relationship management (CRM) tools, database(s), & the Internet, which will help companies to continuously improve their marketing plans, customer service, & customer relationships. -
United States' Current Account DeficitThe U.S. trade deficit is growing at a rapid pace and it has a negative effect on its own economic and financial systems which will continue to grow. This paper will break this down along with possible solutions. -
IMF Aid to Distressed CountriesControversy has surrounded the IMF since the inception of its lending program for its "one-size fits all" way of doing business. The lending program was a success in both Georgia & the Philippines, while it was a failure in Russia. -
Economic Policy Coordination Between CountriesCountries face three main obstacles to successful international economic policy coordination. These obstacles are compliance, credibility, and uncertainty. -
Social Responsibility: Company Management and ShareholdersCorporate social responsibility can have an affect, either positive or negative, on shareholder value. Organizations need to provide training and put guidelines into place regarding social responsibility in an effort to maximize shareholder value.
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Easter Sunday's Best Deviled EggsIf you are seeking mouth-watering deviled eggs at your Easter Sunday get-together, then look no further. Healthy, easy to make, easy to clean up, and tastes excellent!