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After reviewing the information about A-1’s company, it is evident that due to it reaching capacity at its current facility and nearly exhausting its customer market, A-1 must make a change if it wants to continue to improve profits. Although there are several paths that A-1 could take, the best one is as follows: A-1 should purchase another facility in a location just outside of its current customer base. One facility should be used for the finishing of metal products and the other devoted to…

SWOT Analysis The SWOT Analysis is an integral part of the situational analysis of an organization. In evaluating the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats of a business, valuable information can be obtained concerning critical issues which may have the potential to positively or negatively affect the future success of the organization. The SWOT Analysis begins with an internal assessment of the firm’s strengths, and weaknesses, and then looks at the external opportunities and…

While most people are aware of common core, there is confusion as to what it is and how it will help our children in school. The idea of common core state standards were considered in 2007 during a forum by CCSSO (Development Process). In 2009, the government started to offer financial incentives to states to sign up for the common core standards. The grant known as Race to the top got 49 states and territories to sign up for the standards sight unseen (Wood). By 2010, the final draft was…

Ball Tossing Game M.B. will play a modified ball toss game to improve her dynamic sitting balance. The light in the room will be dimmed and soft, relaxing music will be played in the background. M.B including the occupational therapist will sit at a chair. A therapy ball will be used to facilitate this game. Prior to starting the activity, the therapist will explain the process of the activity. The therapist will use her right hand to hold the ball on her right side and ask M.B. to use her left…

(-- removed HTML --) The Treasure Trove of Needles, Threads, Buttons, and More Beautiful things come together one stitch at a time. And imagine how much more fun it would be if your own little sewing box is always overflowing with delightful haberdashery supplies. At Raaaft, we have you covered for any needlecraft project you undertake. Our wide range of haberdashery accessories will allow you to add your personal touches to everything you sew. Step in and be inspired in our land of needles,…

Creativity and Childhood Adversity In a relatively recent study looking to examine the cognitive effects of adverse conditions in childhood, 103 adult participants were tested for inhibition and shifting, an aspect of cognitive flexibility thought to underlie creativity. The participants’ childhoods were assessed in terms of harshness, related to socioeconomic status, and in unpredictability, related to lots of random change such as people often moving in and out of his or her home. A condition…

Q.1 a) Concept, package, and process: Woodland adventure playground is one of the largest in the country designed for leisure sports with adventurous and exciting experience for visitors. Along with sports like slides, ropewalks, towers and trampolines, the kids can learn responsibilities at working farmyard by having a chance to handle “livestock like pigs, sheep, fish, and chicken” (Nigel Slack). The park has to be regularly maintained to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors,…

There are many factors that contribute to an ensembles’ sound. Most of which we spend our musical lives practicing; things like tone, vowels, diction, ect. As we begin to make the transition from ensemble member to leader we are thrown yet another contributing factor to sound: conducting. The art of conducting is a continuously growing set of skills for an individual. Many of the greatest conductors have spent decades perfecting their craft and creating their style, while building their…

No Sew Felted Mug Cozies Here’s a quick and thrifty project perfect for those who do not sew nor have a sewing machine. This project is quick and the results are super cute. These felted mug cozies make awesome gifts for any warm beverage drinker in your life! How to Felt Wool Felted wool is a marvelous fabric. It insulates and does not fray or unravel when cut. However, if you were to purchase real wool felt (not the polyester stuff found in craft stores), you can expect to pay around…

Ever loose yourself in a song? When was the last time you listened deeply without distractions? Losing yourself in your music can benefit your mental health. Pair this with deep breathing and other mindfulness techniques and research indicates that you may be able to change your mood, emotion, and even how you work and handle stress. There is a new way to tune into your music and we’re here to give you the important facts and information you need to know about the newest technology for…