An anti-lock braking system, or ABS (from the German, Antiblockiersystem) is a safety system which prevents the wheels on a motor vehicle from locking while braking.A rotating road wheel allows the driver to maintain steering control under heavy braking by preventing a skid and allowing the wheel to continue interacting tractively with the road surface as directed by driver steering inputs. While ABS offers improved vehicle control in some circumstances, it can also present disadvantages including increased braking distance on slippery surfaces such as ice, packed snow, gravel, steel plates and bridges, or anything other than dry pavement.
ABS has also been demonstrated to create a false sense of security in drivers, who may drive more aggressively as a result.Since initial widespread use in production cars, anti-lock braking systems have evolved considerably. Recent versions not only prevent wheel lock under braking, but also electronically control the front-to-rear brake bias. This function, depending on its specific capabilities and implementation, is known as electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD), traction control system (TCS or ASR), emergency brake assist (BA, EBA or HBA), or electronic stability control (ESP, ESC or DSC).
Anti-lock braking systems were first developed for aircraft in 1929, by the French automobile and aircraft pioneer, Gabriel Voisin, as threshold braking an airplane is nearly impossible. An early system was Dunlop's Maxaret system, introduced in the 1950s and still in use on some aircraft models.A fully mechanical system saw limited automobile use in the 1960s in the Ferguson P99 racing car, the Jensen FF and the experimental all wheel drive Ford Zodiac, but saw no further use; the system proved expensive and, in automobile use, somewhat unreliable.
However, a limited form of anti-lock braking, utilizing a valve which could adjust front to rear brake force distribution when a wheel locked, was fitted to the 1964 Austin 1800.Chrysler, together with the Bendix Corporation, introduced a true computerized three-channel all-wheel antilock brake system called "Sure Brake" on the 1971 Imperial. It was available for several years thereafter, functioned as intended, and proved reliable.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
WI-FI
Wi-Fi (IPA: /ˈwaɪfaɪ/) is a trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance, founded in 1999 as WECA (Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance). The organization comprises more than 300 companies, whose products are certified by the Wi-Fi Alliance, based on the IEEE 802.11 standards (also called WLAN (Wireless LAN) and Wi-Fi). This certification warrants interoperability between different wireless devices.
The alliance was founded because many products did not correctly implement IEEE 802.11, and some included proprietary extensions. This led to incompatibilities between products from different manufacturers.The Wi-Fi Alliance tests the wireless components to their own terms of reference. Products that pass become Wi-Fi certified and may carry the Wi-Fi logo. Only products of Wi-Fi Members are tested, as they pay membership and per-item-fees. A missing Wi-Fi logo does not necessarily mean non-compliance with the standard.
In some countries (USA, France, Poland...) the term "Wi-Fi" is often used by the public as a synonym for wireless Internet (W-LAN), although not every wireless Internet product has a Wi-Fi certification. This may be due to certification costs that must be paid for each certified device type.Wi-Fi certification is provided for technology used in home networks, mobile phones, video games and other devices that require wireless networking. It covers IEEE 802.11 standards including 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n.
Wi-Fi is supported by most personal computer operating systems, many game consoles, laptops, smartphones, printers and other peripherals. The purpose of Wi-Fi is to provide inter-operable wireless access between devices. Wi-Fi generally makes access to information between devices from many different manufacturers easier, as it can eliminate some of the physical restraints of wiring which can be especially true for mobile devices.
The alliance was founded because many products did not correctly implement IEEE 802.11, and some included proprietary extensions. This led to incompatibilities between products from different manufacturers.The Wi-Fi Alliance tests the wireless components to their own terms of reference. Products that pass become Wi-Fi certified and may carry the Wi-Fi logo. Only products of Wi-Fi Members are tested, as they pay membership and per-item-fees. A missing Wi-Fi logo does not necessarily mean non-compliance with the standard.
In some countries (USA, France, Poland...) the term "Wi-Fi" is often used by the public as a synonym for wireless Internet (W-LAN), although not every wireless Internet product has a Wi-Fi certification. This may be due to certification costs that must be paid for each certified device type.Wi-Fi certification is provided for technology used in home networks, mobile phones, video games and other devices that require wireless networking. It covers IEEE 802.11 standards including 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, and 802.11n.
Wi-Fi is supported by most personal computer operating systems, many game consoles, laptops, smartphones, printers and other peripherals. The purpose of Wi-Fi is to provide inter-operable wireless access between devices. Wi-Fi generally makes access to information between devices from many different manufacturers easier, as it can eliminate some of the physical restraints of wiring which can be especially true for mobile devices.
BLU-RAY DISC
Blu-ray Disc (also known as Blu-ray or BD) is an optical disc storage medium. Its main uses are high-definition video and data storage. The disc has the same physical dimensions as standard DVDs and CDs.The name Blu-ray Disc is derived from the blue laser (violet-colored) used to read and write this type of disc. Because of the wavelength (405 nanometres), substantially more data can be stored on a Blu-ray Disc than on the DVD format, which uses a red (650 nm) laser. A two-layer Blu-ray Disc can store 50 gigabytes, almost six times the capacity of a two-layer DVD, or ten and a half times that of a single-layer DVD.
During the format war over high-definition optical discs, Blu-ray Disc competed with the HD DVD format. On February 19, 2008, Toshiba—the main company supporting HD DVD—announced that it would no longer develop, manufacture, or market HD DVD players and recorders, leading almost all other HD DVD companies to follow suit, effectively ending the format war.
Blu-ray Disc was developed by the Blu-ray Disc Association, a group representing makers of consumer electronics, computer hardware, and motion pictures. As of December 21, 2008, more than 890 Blu-ray disc titles are available in Australia, more than 720 Blu-ray Disc titles are available in Japan, more than 1,140 Blu-ray Disc titles are available in the United Kingdom, and more than 1,220 Blu-ray Disc titles are available in the United States.
Commercial HDTV sets began to appear in the consumer market around 1998, but there was no commonly-accepted, inexpensive way to record or play HD content. In fact, there was no medium with the storage required to accommodate HD codecs, except JVC's Digital VHS and Sony's HDCAM.[6] Nevertheless, it was well known that using lasers with shorter wavelengths would enable optical storage with higher density. When Shuji Nakamura invented practical blue laser diodes, it was a sensation, although a lengthy patent lawsuit delayed commercial introduction.[7] Dr. Dave Irvine-Halliday was given the proceeds from the patent lawsuit to continue his ongoing work for the Light Up the World Foundation.
During the format war over high-definition optical discs, Blu-ray Disc competed with the HD DVD format. On February 19, 2008, Toshiba—the main company supporting HD DVD—announced that it would no longer develop, manufacture, or market HD DVD players and recorders, leading almost all other HD DVD companies to follow suit, effectively ending the format war.
Blu-ray Disc was developed by the Blu-ray Disc Association, a group representing makers of consumer electronics, computer hardware, and motion pictures. As of December 21, 2008, more than 890 Blu-ray disc titles are available in Australia, more than 720 Blu-ray Disc titles are available in Japan, more than 1,140 Blu-ray Disc titles are available in the United Kingdom, and more than 1,220 Blu-ray Disc titles are available in the United States.
Commercial HDTV sets began to appear in the consumer market around 1998, but there was no commonly-accepted, inexpensive way to record or play HD content. In fact, there was no medium with the storage required to accommodate HD codecs, except JVC's Digital VHS and Sony's HDCAM.[6] Nevertheless, it was well known that using lasers with shorter wavelengths would enable optical storage with higher density. When Shuji Nakamura invented practical blue laser diodes, it was a sensation, although a lengthy patent lawsuit delayed commercial introduction.[7] Dr. Dave Irvine-Halliday was given the proceeds from the patent lawsuit to continue his ongoing work for the Light Up the World Foundation.
TWO-WAY SATELLITE-ONLY COMMUNICATION
Two-way satellite Internet service involves both sending and receiving data from the remote VSAT site via satellite to a hub teleport, which then sends relays data via the terrestrial Internet. The satellite dish at each location must be precisely pointed to avoid interference with other satellites. Some providers oblige the customer to pay for a member of the provider's staff to install the system and correctly align the dish — although the European ASTRA2Connect system encourages user-installation and provides detailed instructions for this.
Many customers in the Middle East and Africa are also encouraged to do self installs. At each VSAT site the uplink frequency, bit rate and power must be accurately set, under control of the service provider hub.There are several types of two way satellite Internet services, including time division multiple access (TDMA) and single channel per carrier (SCPC). Two-way systems can be simple VSAT terminals with a 60–100cm dish and output power of only a few watts intended for consumers and small business or larger systems which provide more bandwidth.
Such systems are frequently marketed as "satellite broadband" and can cost two to three times as much per month as land-based systems such as ADSL. The modems required for this service are often proprietary, but some are compatible with several different providers. They are also expensive, costing in the range of US$600 to $2000.the two-way "iLNB" used on the ASTRA2Connect terminal dish has a 500mW transmitter and single-polarity receive LNB, both operating in the Ku band.
Pricing for Astra2Connect modems range from 299 to 350€. These types of system are generally unsuitable for use on moving vehicles, although some dishes may be fitted to an automatic pan and tilt mechanism to continuously re-align the dish—but these are cumbersome and very expensive. The technology for ASTRA2Connect was delivered by a Belgian company called Newtec.Satellite internet customers range from individual home users with one PC to large remote business sites with several hundred PCs.
Many customers in the Middle East and Africa are also encouraged to do self installs. At each VSAT site the uplink frequency, bit rate and power must be accurately set, under control of the service provider hub.There are several types of two way satellite Internet services, including time division multiple access (TDMA) and single channel per carrier (SCPC). Two-way systems can be simple VSAT terminals with a 60–100cm dish and output power of only a few watts intended for consumers and small business or larger systems which provide more bandwidth.
Such systems are frequently marketed as "satellite broadband" and can cost two to three times as much per month as land-based systems such as ADSL. The modems required for this service are often proprietary, but some are compatible with several different providers. They are also expensive, costing in the range of US$600 to $2000.the two-way "iLNB" used on the ASTRA2Connect terminal dish has a 500mW transmitter and single-polarity receive LNB, both operating in the Ku band.
Pricing for Astra2Connect modems range from 299 to 350€. These types of system are generally unsuitable for use on moving vehicles, although some dishes may be fitted to an automatic pan and tilt mechanism to continuously re-align the dish—but these are cumbersome and very expensive. The technology for ASTRA2Connect was delivered by a Belgian company called Newtec.Satellite internet customers range from individual home users with one PC to large remote business sites with several hundred PCs.
TEXTILE MANUFACTURE DURING THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION
The key British industry at the beginning of the 18th century was the production of textiles made with wool from the large sheep-farming areas in the Midlands and across the country (created as a result of land-clearance and enclosure). Handlooms and spinning wheels were the tools of the trade of the weavers in their cottages, and this was a labor-intensive activity providing employment throughout Britain, with major centers being the West Country; Norwich and environs; and the West Riding of Yorkshire.
The export trade in woolen goods accounted for more than a quarter of British exports during most of the 18th century, doubling between 1701 and 1770 [1]. Exports of the cotton industry – centered in Lancashire – had grown tenfold during this time, but still accounted for only a tenth of the value of the woolen trade.The textile industry grew out of the industrial revolution in the 18th Century as mass production of clothing became a mainstream industry.
Starting with the flying shuttle in 1733 inventions were made to speed up the manufacturing process. In 1738 Lewis Paul and John Wyatt patented the Roller Spinning machine and the flyer-and-bobbin system. Lewis Paul invented a carding machine in 1748, and by 1764 the spinning jenny had also been invented. In 1771, Richard Arkwright used waterwheels to power looms for the production of cotton cloth, his invention becoming known as the water frame.
In 1784, Edmund Cartwright invented the power loom. With the spinning and weaving process now mechanized, cotton mills cropped up all over Great Britain.Textile mills originally got their power from water wheels, and thus had to be situated along a river. With the invention of the steam engine, in the 1760s to 1800s, mills no longer needed to be along rivers.
The export trade in woolen goods accounted for more than a quarter of British exports during most of the 18th century, doubling between 1701 and 1770 [1]. Exports of the cotton industry – centered in Lancashire – had grown tenfold during this time, but still accounted for only a tenth of the value of the woolen trade.The textile industry grew out of the industrial revolution in the 18th Century as mass production of clothing became a mainstream industry.
Starting with the flying shuttle in 1733 inventions were made to speed up the manufacturing process. In 1738 Lewis Paul and John Wyatt patented the Roller Spinning machine and the flyer-and-bobbin system. Lewis Paul invented a carding machine in 1748, and by 1764 the spinning jenny had also been invented. In 1771, Richard Arkwright used waterwheels to power looms for the production of cotton cloth, his invention becoming known as the water frame.
In 1784, Edmund Cartwright invented the power loom. With the spinning and weaving process now mechanized, cotton mills cropped up all over Great Britain.Textile mills originally got their power from water wheels, and thus had to be situated along a river. With the invention of the steam engine, in the 1760s to 1800s, mills no longer needed to be along rivers.
GLOBAL WARMING
Global warming is the increase in the average temperature of the Earth's near-surface air and oceans since the mid-20th century, and its projected continuation.Global surface temperature increased 0.74 ± 0.18 °C (1.33 ± 0.32 °F) during the 100 years ending in 2005.The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) concludes that most of the temperature increase since the mid-twentieth century is "very likely" due to the increase in anthropogenic greenhouse gas concentrations.
Natural phenomena such as solar variation and volcanoes probably had a small warming effect from pre-industrial times to 1950 and a small cooling effect from 1950 onward.These basic conclusions have been endorsed by at least 30 scientific societies and academies of science,including all of the national academies of science of the major industrialized countries.While individual scientists have voiced disagreement with these findings,the overwhelming majority of scientists working on climate change agree with the IPCC's main conclusions.
Climate model projections indicate that global surface temperature will likely rise a further 1.1 to 6.4 °C (2.0 to 11.5 °F) during the twenty-first century.The uncertainty in this estimate arises from use of differing estimates of future greenhouse gas emissions and from use of models with differing climate sensitivity. Another uncertainty is how warming and related changes will vary from region to region around the globe. Although most studies focus on the period up to 2100, warming is expected to continue for more than a thousand years even if greenhouse gas levels are stabilized. This results from the large heat capacity of the oceans.
Increasing global temperature will cause sea levels to rise and will change the amount and pattern of precipitation, likely including an expanse of the subtropical desert regions. Other likely effects include increases in the intensity of extreme weather events, changes in agricultural yields, modifications of trade routes, glacier retreat, species extinctions and increases in the ranges of disease vectors.Most national governments have signed and ratified the Kyoto Protocol aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Political and public debate continues regarding what, if any, action should be taken to reduce or reverse future warming or to adapt to its expected consequences.
Natural phenomena such as solar variation and volcanoes probably had a small warming effect from pre-industrial times to 1950 and a small cooling effect from 1950 onward.These basic conclusions have been endorsed by at least 30 scientific societies and academies of science,including all of the national academies of science of the major industrialized countries.While individual scientists have voiced disagreement with these findings,the overwhelming majority of scientists working on climate change agree with the IPCC's main conclusions.
Climate model projections indicate that global surface temperature will likely rise a further 1.1 to 6.4 °C (2.0 to 11.5 °F) during the twenty-first century.The uncertainty in this estimate arises from use of differing estimates of future greenhouse gas emissions and from use of models with differing climate sensitivity. Another uncertainty is how warming and related changes will vary from region to region around the globe. Although most studies focus on the period up to 2100, warming is expected to continue for more than a thousand years even if greenhouse gas levels are stabilized. This results from the large heat capacity of the oceans.
Increasing global temperature will cause sea levels to rise and will change the amount and pattern of precipitation, likely including an expanse of the subtropical desert regions. Other likely effects include increases in the intensity of extreme weather events, changes in agricultural yields, modifications of trade routes, glacier retreat, species extinctions and increases in the ranges of disease vectors.Most national governments have signed and ratified the Kyoto Protocol aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Political and public debate continues regarding what, if any, action should be taken to reduce or reverse future warming or to adapt to its expected consequences.
AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY
The first person to turn from the hunting and gathering lifestyle to farming probably did so by using his bare hands, and perhaps some sticks or stones. Tools such as knives, scythes, and wooden plows were eventually developed, and dominated agriculture for thousands of years. During this time, almost everyone worked in agriculture, because each family could barely raise enough food for themselves with the limited technology of the day.With the coming of the Industrial Revolution and the development of more complicated machines, farming methods took a great leap forward.
Instead of harvesting grain by hand with a sharp blade, wheeled machines cut a continuous swath. Instead of threshing the grain by beating it with sticks, threshing machines separated the seeds from the heads and stalks.These machines required a lot of power, which was originally supplied by horses or other domesticated animals. With the invention of steam power came the portable engine and later the traction engine, a multipurpose, mobile energy source that was the ground-crawling cousin to the steam locomotive.
Agricultural steam engines took over the heavy pulling work of horses, and were also equipped with a pulley that could power stationary machines via the use of a long belt. The steam-powered behemoths were low-powered by today's standards but, because of their size and their low gear ratios, they could provide a large drawbar pull. Their slow speed led farmers to comment that tractors had two speeds: "slow, and darn slow."
Gasoline, and later diesel engines became the main source of power for the next generation of tractors. These engines also contributed to the development of the self-propelled, combined harvester and thresher, or combine for short. Instead of cutting the grain stalks and transporting them to a stationary threshing machine, these combines cut, threshed, and separated the grain while moving continuously through the field.
Instead of harvesting grain by hand with a sharp blade, wheeled machines cut a continuous swath. Instead of threshing the grain by beating it with sticks, threshing machines separated the seeds from the heads and stalks.These machines required a lot of power, which was originally supplied by horses or other domesticated animals. With the invention of steam power came the portable engine and later the traction engine, a multipurpose, mobile energy source that was the ground-crawling cousin to the steam locomotive.
Agricultural steam engines took over the heavy pulling work of horses, and were also equipped with a pulley that could power stationary machines via the use of a long belt. The steam-powered behemoths were low-powered by today's standards but, because of their size and their low gear ratios, they could provide a large drawbar pull. Their slow speed led farmers to comment that tractors had two speeds: "slow, and darn slow."
Gasoline, and later diesel engines became the main source of power for the next generation of tractors. These engines also contributed to the development of the self-propelled, combined harvester and thresher, or combine for short. Instead of cutting the grain stalks and transporting them to a stationary threshing machine, these combines cut, threshed, and separated the grain while moving continuously through the field.
ELECTRONIC BILLING PROCESS
A practice that has interactions with the patient must now under HIPAA send most billing claims for services via electronic means. Prior to actually performing service and billing a patient, the care provider may use software to check the eligibility of the patient for the intended services with the patients insurance company. This process uses the same standards and technologies as an electronic claims transmission with small changes to the transmission format, this format is known specifically as X12-270 Health Care Eligibility & Benefit Inquiry transaction .
A response to an eligibility request is returned by the payer through a direct electronic connection or more commonly their website. It is called an X12-271 "Health Care Eligibility & Benefit Response" transaction. Most practice management/EMR software will automate this transmission, making them hidden from the user.
This first transaction for a claim for services is known technically as X12-837 or ANSI-837, and it contains a large amount of data regarding the provider interaction as well reference information about the practice and the patient. Following that submission, the payer will respond with an X12-997, simply acknowledging that the claim's submission was received and that it was accepted for further processing. When the claim(s) are actually adjudicated by the payer, the payer will ultimately respond with a X12-835 transaction, which shows the line-items of the claim that will be paid or denied; if paid, the amount; and if denied, the reason.
Due to limited technology, many payers (especially states' Medicaid) still adjudicate claims manually; this results in significant delays — up to 48 hours or even weeks to issue 835 responses to properly submitted 837 transactions. In many cases this manual processing subverts the entire point of Congress in mandating a standardized electronic billing process. These delays can also present catastrophic problems to the availability of healthcare for those patients with difficult payers — such as happened in California with the state Medicaid program referred to as "Medi-cal".
A response to an eligibility request is returned by the payer through a direct electronic connection or more commonly their website. It is called an X12-271 "Health Care Eligibility & Benefit Response" transaction. Most practice management/EMR software will automate this transmission, making them hidden from the user.
This first transaction for a claim for services is known technically as X12-837 or ANSI-837, and it contains a large amount of data regarding the provider interaction as well reference information about the practice and the patient. Following that submission, the payer will respond with an X12-997, simply acknowledging that the claim's submission was received and that it was accepted for further processing. When the claim(s) are actually adjudicated by the payer, the payer will ultimately respond with a X12-835 transaction, which shows the line-items of the claim that will be paid or denied; if paid, the amount; and if denied, the reason.
Due to limited technology, many payers (especially states' Medicaid) still adjudicate claims manually; this results in significant delays — up to 48 hours or even weeks to issue 835 responses to properly submitted 837 transactions. In many cases this manual processing subverts the entire point of Congress in mandating a standardized electronic billing process. These delays can also present catastrophic problems to the availability of healthcare for those patients with difficult payers — such as happened in California with the state Medicaid program referred to as "Medi-cal".
CALL CENTRE
A call centre or call center is a centralised office used for the purpose of receiving and transmitting a large volume of requests by telephone. A call centre is operated by a company to administer incoming product support or information inquiries from consumers. Outgoing calls for telemarketing, clientele, product services, and debt collection are also made. In addition to a call centre, collective handling of letters, faxes, live chat, and e-mails at one location is known as a contact centre.
A call centre is often operated through an extensive open workspace for call centre agents, with work stations that include a computer for each agent, a telephone set/headset connected to a telecom switch, and one or more supervisor stations. It can be independently operated or networked with additional centres, often linked to a corporate computer network, including mainframes, microcomputers and LANs. Increasingly, the voice and data pathways into the centre are linked through a set of new technologies called computer telephony integration (CTI).
Most major businesses use call centres to interact with their customers. Examples include utility companies, mail order catalog retailers, and customer support for computer hardware and software. Some businesses even service internal functions through call centres. Examples of this include help desks, retail financial support, and sales support.Call centre technology is subject to improvements and innovations. Some of these technologies include speech recognition and speech synthesis software to allow computers to handle first level of customer support, text mining and natural language processing to allow better customer handling, agent training by automatic mining of best practices from past interactions, and many other technologies to improve agent productivity and customer satisfaction.
Automatic lead selection or lead stearing is also intended to improve efficiencies, both for inbound and outbound campaigns, whereby inbound calls are intended to quickly land with the appropriate agent to handle the task, whilst minimising wait times and long lists of irrelevant options for people calling in, as well as for outbound calls, where lead selection allows management to designate what type of leads go to which agent based on factors including skill, socio-economic factors and past performance and percentage likelihood of closing a sale per lead. The concept of the Universal Queue standardises the processing of communications across multiple technologies such as fax, phone, and email.
A call centre is often operated through an extensive open workspace for call centre agents, with work stations that include a computer for each agent, a telephone set/headset connected to a telecom switch, and one or more supervisor stations. It can be independently operated or networked with additional centres, often linked to a corporate computer network, including mainframes, microcomputers and LANs. Increasingly, the voice and data pathways into the centre are linked through a set of new technologies called computer telephony integration (CTI).
Most major businesses use call centres to interact with their customers. Examples include utility companies, mail order catalog retailers, and customer support for computer hardware and software. Some businesses even service internal functions through call centres. Examples of this include help desks, retail financial support, and sales support.Call centre technology is subject to improvements and innovations. Some of these technologies include speech recognition and speech synthesis software to allow computers to handle first level of customer support, text mining and natural language processing to allow better customer handling, agent training by automatic mining of best practices from past interactions, and many other technologies to improve agent productivity and customer satisfaction.
Automatic lead selection or lead stearing is also intended to improve efficiencies, both for inbound and outbound campaigns, whereby inbound calls are intended to quickly land with the appropriate agent to handle the task, whilst minimising wait times and long lists of irrelevant options for people calling in, as well as for outbound calls, where lead selection allows management to designate what type of leads go to which agent based on factors including skill, socio-economic factors and past performance and percentage likelihood of closing a sale per lead. The concept of the Universal Queue standardises the processing of communications across multiple technologies such as fax, phone, and email.
BUSINESS PROCESS OUTSOURCING IN INDIA
Until G.E most of the work was being done by "captives"- a term used for in house work being done for the parent organisation. In 2000 Raman Roy and some team members from GECIS quit , and with VC funding from Chrysalis Capital started Spectramind. At the same time an organisation called EXL started in Noida and Efunds started in Mumbai and Gurgaon, and Daksh in Gurgaon. However, recently most of the Indian BPO's even smaller and mid-sized ones are actually setting-up their onshore presence. Most of the serious players are actually improving the outsourced business processes by leveraging on years of experience and now some of them are directly competing with their own older clientbase by marking this transition to KPO 's.n 2002 Spectramind was bought by software major Wipro, and BPO by then had become mainstream like the IT Industry in India.
The team that had setup Spectramind went on to start Quatrro in 2006, a BPO specialising in high end BPO/KPO services. By 2002 all major Indian software organizations were into BPO, including Infosys (Progeon), Inforlinx, HCL, Satyam (Nipuna) and Patni. By 2003 Daksh was bought out by IBM, and later in 2006 MphasiS was acquired by EDS. Even international 3rd party BPO players like Convergys and Sitel had set up shop in India, swelling the BPO movement to India. Then service arms of organizations like Accenture, IBM, Hewlett Packard, Dell also set up shop in India.
Booming India Inc has led to skyrocketing real estate and infrastructure costs in Tier-1 cities. BPO industry has thrived all these years because of its ability to deliver services at a low cost. Increasing infrastructure costs, real estate costs, and salaries have raised BPO costs significantly and as a result Indian BPOs in Tier-1 cities are looking at Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities for operation.
Few entrepreneurs who had a vision of bringing the rural India into the mainstream of knowledge economy have found an opportunity here - setting Rural BPOs. The transformation of rural India started with the emergence of these Rural BPOs. The major hurdles that these BPOs faced is quality man power. As a result these rural BPOs have remained targeting low end jobs like data entry.American finamerican financial meltdown has begun to take its toll on India's IT and outsourcing business. The industry has been growing rapidly. It grew at a rate of 38% over 2005. For the FY06 financial year the projections is of US$7.2 billion worth of services provided by this industry. The base in terms of headcount being roughly 400,000 people directly employed in this Industry.
The team that had setup Spectramind went on to start Quatrro in 2006, a BPO specialising in high end BPO/KPO services. By 2002 all major Indian software organizations were into BPO, including Infosys (Progeon), Inforlinx, HCL, Satyam (Nipuna) and Patni. By 2003 Daksh was bought out by IBM, and later in 2006 MphasiS was acquired by EDS. Even international 3rd party BPO players like Convergys and Sitel had set up shop in India, swelling the BPO movement to India. Then service arms of organizations like Accenture, IBM, Hewlett Packard, Dell also set up shop in India.
Booming India Inc has led to skyrocketing real estate and infrastructure costs in Tier-1 cities. BPO industry has thrived all these years because of its ability to deliver services at a low cost. Increasing infrastructure costs, real estate costs, and salaries have raised BPO costs significantly and as a result Indian BPOs in Tier-1 cities are looking at Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities for operation.
Few entrepreneurs who had a vision of bringing the rural India into the mainstream of knowledge economy have found an opportunity here - setting Rural BPOs. The transformation of rural India started with the emergence of these Rural BPOs. The major hurdles that these BPOs faced is quality man power. As a result these rural BPOs have remained targeting low end jobs like data entry.American finamerican financial meltdown has begun to take its toll on India's IT and outsourcing business. The industry has been growing rapidly. It grew at a rate of 38% over 2005. For the FY06 financial year the projections is of US$7.2 billion worth of services provided by this industry. The base in terms of headcount being roughly 400,000 people directly employed in this Industry.
GADGETS AND VEHICLES OF CLASS OF THE TITANS
A part of the Antikythera Device, protected by the gods and used as bait to try to capture Chronos. When inserted into the Antikythera Device, it serves as a key to activate a powerful destruction process that can sink continents into the ocean. Used in episode 1.7: The Antikythera Device. An acronym for Cartographic Laser-enhanced Way finder. Put together by Odie, it's a GPS of sorts. It gives the possibility to anyone using it to click on two points and be given the shortest route between them. CLEW is an allusion to the "clew of magic thread" used by Theseus to escape the labyrinth of the Minotaur. It broke when Herry and Neil fell on top of it. Used in episode 1.10: Mazed and Confused.
Used by the heroes to temporarily immobilize Talos. Used in episode 1.20: Many Happy Returns. Short for Electro-muscular Disrupter. It looks like a gun and fires a large net with probes that attach onto the target. The probes send electric shocks to paralyse muscles upon impact. Wielded by Atlanta. Used in episode 1.4: Man's Worst Enemy.Filters fitted over the nose and mouth that prevented the heroes from being affected by the knock-out gas used in the security system's elevator.
Used in episode 1.9: Sibling Rivalry.The Geiger Counter A tracking-like device used to track the Seeper's signature and location. Used in episode 1.13: Little Box of Horrors.Collapsible portable hangliders that are strapped to the back using a harness that buckles around the waist and can be controlled to a degree using handlebars. Used in episode 1.12: Prisoner Campe.A xiphos with a retractable blade. Jay's weapon of choice, when he's not using his retractable staff.A pair of arm-guards.
The right greave was originally used by Zeus to change ants into humans to repopulate an island where the people all died of plague. Cronus obtains the left greave and uses it to transform an entire army regiment into ants and control them. After Zeus finds the right greave, he gives it to Hermes, who poses as a medical officer to change the bewildered soldiers back into humans.
Used by the heroes to temporarily immobilize Talos. Used in episode 1.20: Many Happy Returns. Short for Electro-muscular Disrupter. It looks like a gun and fires a large net with probes that attach onto the target. The probes send electric shocks to paralyse muscles upon impact. Wielded by Atlanta. Used in episode 1.4: Man's Worst Enemy.Filters fitted over the nose and mouth that prevented the heroes from being affected by the knock-out gas used in the security system's elevator.
Used in episode 1.9: Sibling Rivalry.The Geiger Counter A tracking-like device used to track the Seeper's signature and location. Used in episode 1.13: Little Box of Horrors.Collapsible portable hangliders that are strapped to the back using a harness that buckles around the waist and can be controlled to a degree using handlebars. Used in episode 1.12: Prisoner Campe.A xiphos with a retractable blade. Jay's weapon of choice, when he's not using his retractable staff.A pair of arm-guards.
The right greave was originally used by Zeus to change ants into humans to repopulate an island where the people all died of plague. Cronus obtains the left greave and uses it to transform an entire army regiment into ants and control them. After Zeus finds the right greave, he gives it to Hermes, who poses as a medical officer to change the bewildered soldiers back into humans.
INTRODUCTION TO iPHONE
On June 28, 2007, during an address to Apple employees, Steve Jobs announced that all full-time Apple employees and those part-time employees that have been with the company at least one year would receive a free iPhone. Employees received their phones in July after the initial demand subsided.Initially priced at US$599 and US$499 for the 8 GB and 4 GB models, the iPhone went on sale on June 29, 2007. Apple closed its stores at 2:00 PM local time to prepare for the 6:00 PM iPhone launch, while hundreds of customers lined up at stores nationwide.
The iPhone is only available for those who subscribe to a two-year AT&T service plan. In addition, in the U.S. and some other countries it can only be acquired with a credit card precluding a completely anonymous purchase. There is no way to opt out of the data plan. The iPhone at first could not be added to an AT&T Business account, and any existing business account discounts cannot be applied to an iPhone AT&T account, which AT&T changed in late January 2008.The Associated Press reported also that some users were unable to activate their phones because, according to AT&T, "high volume of activation requests were taxing the company's computer servers."
Early estimates by technology analysts estimated sales of between 250,000 to 700,000 units in the first weekend alone, with strong sales continuing after the initial weekend.As part of their quarterly earnings announcement, AT&T reported that 146,000 iPhones were activated in the first weekend. Though this figure does not include units that were purchased for resale on eBay or otherwise not activated until after the opening weekend, it is still less than most initial estimates. It is also estimated that 95% of the units sold are the 8 GB model.
Stories of unexpected billing issues began to circulate in blogs and the technical press a little more than a month after the iPhone's heavily advertised and anticipated release. The 300-page iPhone bill in a box received by Justine Ezarik on Saturday August 11, 2007 became the subject of her viral video, posted by the following Monday, which quickly became an Internet meme. This video clip brought the voluminous bills to the attention of the mass media. Ten days later, after the video had been viewed more than 3 million times on the Internet, and had received international news coverage, AT&T sent iPhone users a text message outlining changes in its billing practices
The iPhone is only available for those who subscribe to a two-year AT&T service plan. In addition, in the U.S. and some other countries it can only be acquired with a credit card precluding a completely anonymous purchase. There is no way to opt out of the data plan. The iPhone at first could not be added to an AT&T Business account, and any existing business account discounts cannot be applied to an iPhone AT&T account, which AT&T changed in late January 2008.The Associated Press reported also that some users were unable to activate their phones because, according to AT&T, "high volume of activation requests were taxing the company's computer servers."
Early estimates by technology analysts estimated sales of between 250,000 to 700,000 units in the first weekend alone, with strong sales continuing after the initial weekend.As part of their quarterly earnings announcement, AT&T reported that 146,000 iPhones were activated in the first weekend. Though this figure does not include units that were purchased for resale on eBay or otherwise not activated until after the opening weekend, it is still less than most initial estimates. It is also estimated that 95% of the units sold are the 8 GB model.
Stories of unexpected billing issues began to circulate in blogs and the technical press a little more than a month after the iPhone's heavily advertised and anticipated release. The 300-page iPhone bill in a box received by Justine Ezarik on Saturday August 11, 2007 became the subject of her viral video, posted by the following Monday, which quickly became an Internet meme. This video clip brought the voluminous bills to the attention of the mass media. Ten days later, after the video had been viewed more than 3 million times on the Internet, and had received international news coverage, AT&T sent iPhone users a text message outlining changes in its billing practices
INTERNATIONAL DIABETES FEDERATION
The International Diabetes Federation (IDF) is a worldwide alliance of some 200 diabetes associations in more than 160 countries, who have come together to enhance the lives of people with diabetes everywhere. For over 50 years, IDF has been at the vanguard of global diabetes advocacy. The Federation is committed to raising global awareness of diabetes, promoting appropriate diabetes care and prevention, and encouraging activities towards finding a cure for the different types of diabetes. It is the mission of IDF to promote diabetes care, prevention and a cure worldwide.
IDF’s working bodies bring together the most important stakeholders from the global diabetes community in a collaborative effort to set common goals and co-ordinate activities towards the attainment of these goals. These stakeholders include: people with diabetes and their families; professionals involved in diabetes healthcare and related fields; diabetes representative organizations, and partners from commercial organizations with concerns which align with the mission of the Federation. IDF is associated with the Department of Public Information of the United Nations and is in official relations with the World Health Organization and the Pan American Health Organization.
According to IDF figures released in 2006, "the disease now affects a staggering 246 million people worldwide, with 46% of all those affected in the 40-59 age group. Previous figures underestimated the scope of the problem, while even the most pessimistic predictions fell short of the current figure. The new data predict that the total number of people living with diabetes will skyrocket to 380 million within twenty years if nothing is done. The International Diabetes Federation conducts a number of activities and projects. These include advocacy and lobbying work, education for people with diabetes and their healthcare providers, public awareness and health improvement campaigns, as well as the promotion of the free exchange of diabetes knowledge. A few examples include:
World Diabetes Day, the primary awareness campaign of the diabetes world. As a result of the passage of United Nations Resolution 61/225 in December 2006, World Diabetes Day is now an official United Nations day. The World Diabetes Congress, which provides a unique and international forum to discuss a wide variety of diabetes-related topics. IDF Task Forces' and Consultative Sections' efforts on specific issues such as access to insulin and diabetes supplies, diabetes education, clinical guidelines, and the economics of diabetes. The Diabetes Atlas, a unique resource on diabetes for a wide range of audiences including decision-makers, public health authorities, healthcare professionals and educators.Diabetes Voice, the magazine of IDF providing global perspectives on diabetes.Life for a Child Program, helping children with diabetes in developing countries to access the diabetes care that they require to survive.
IDF’s working bodies bring together the most important stakeholders from the global diabetes community in a collaborative effort to set common goals and co-ordinate activities towards the attainment of these goals. These stakeholders include: people with diabetes and their families; professionals involved in diabetes healthcare and related fields; diabetes representative organizations, and partners from commercial organizations with concerns which align with the mission of the Federation. IDF is associated with the Department of Public Information of the United Nations and is in official relations with the World Health Organization and the Pan American Health Organization.
According to IDF figures released in 2006, "the disease now affects a staggering 246 million people worldwide, with 46% of all those affected in the 40-59 age group. Previous figures underestimated the scope of the problem, while even the most pessimistic predictions fell short of the current figure. The new data predict that the total number of people living with diabetes will skyrocket to 380 million within twenty years if nothing is done. The International Diabetes Federation conducts a number of activities and projects. These include advocacy and lobbying work, education for people with diabetes and their healthcare providers, public awareness and health improvement campaigns, as well as the promotion of the free exchange of diabetes knowledge. A few examples include:
World Diabetes Day, the primary awareness campaign of the diabetes world. As a result of the passage of United Nations Resolution 61/225 in December 2006, World Diabetes Day is now an official United Nations day. The World Diabetes Congress, which provides a unique and international forum to discuss a wide variety of diabetes-related topics. IDF Task Forces' and Consultative Sections' efforts on specific issues such as access to insulin and diabetes supplies, diabetes education, clinical guidelines, and the economics of diabetes. The Diabetes Atlas, a unique resource on diabetes for a wide range of audiences including decision-makers, public health authorities, healthcare professionals and educators.Diabetes Voice, the magazine of IDF providing global perspectives on diabetes.Life for a Child Program, helping children with diabetes in developing countries to access the diabetes care that they require to survive.
SHIP TRANSPORT
Ship transport is primarily used for the carriage of people and non-perishable goods, generally referred to as cargo.Although the historic importance of sea travel for passengers has decreased, due to the rise of commercial aviation, it is still very effective for short trips and pleasure cruises. Sea transport remains the largest carrier of freight in the world.While slower than air transport, modern sea transport is a highly effective method of moving large quantities of non-perishable goods. Transport by water is significantly less costly than transport by air for trans-continental shipping.
Ship transport is often international by nature, but it can be accomplished by barge, boat, ship or sailboat over a sea, ocean, lake, canal or river. This is frequently undertaken for purposes of commerce, recreation or military objectives. When a cargo is carried by more than one mode, the transport is termed intermodal or co-modal.Ships have long been used for warfare, with applications from naval supremacy to piracy, invasions and bombardment. Aircraft carriers can be used as bases of a wide variety of military operations.
Ship transport is used for a variety of unpackaged raw materials ranging from chemicals, petroleum products, and bulk cargo such as coal, iron ore, cereals, bauxite, and so forth. So called "general cargo" covers goods that are packaged to some extent in boxes, cases, pallets, barrels, and so forth. Since the 1960s containerization has revolutionized ship transport.A nation's merchant fleet comprises the ships that are used to transport cargo during times of peace and war. A country's merchant marine or merchant navy is the combination of the fleet with the people who man it. There are a number of terms applied to the people who operate the ships, from merchant sailor to merchant mariner, to simply sailor or mariner.According to the 2005 CIA World Factbook, the world total number of merchant ships of 1,000 Gross Register Tons or over was 30,936. Statistics for individual countries are available at the List of merchant marine capacity by country.
A ship's engineering department consists of the members of a ship's crew that operate and maintain the propulsion and other systems on board the vessel. Marine Engineering staff also deal with the "Hotel" facilities on board, notably the sewage, lighting, air conditioning and water systems. They deal with bulk fuel transfers, and require training in firefighting and first aid, as well as in dealing with the ship's boats and other nautical tasks- especially with cargo loading/discharging gear and safety systems, though the specific cargo discharge function remains the responsibility of deck officers and deck workers. On LPG and LNG tankers however, a cargo engineer works with the deck department during cargo operations, as well as being a watchkeeping engineer.
Ship transport is often international by nature, but it can be accomplished by barge, boat, ship or sailboat over a sea, ocean, lake, canal or river. This is frequently undertaken for purposes of commerce, recreation or military objectives. When a cargo is carried by more than one mode, the transport is termed intermodal or co-modal.Ships have long been used for warfare, with applications from naval supremacy to piracy, invasions and bombardment. Aircraft carriers can be used as bases of a wide variety of military operations.
Ship transport is used for a variety of unpackaged raw materials ranging from chemicals, petroleum products, and bulk cargo such as coal, iron ore, cereals, bauxite, and so forth. So called "general cargo" covers goods that are packaged to some extent in boxes, cases, pallets, barrels, and so forth. Since the 1960s containerization has revolutionized ship transport.A nation's merchant fleet comprises the ships that are used to transport cargo during times of peace and war. A country's merchant marine or merchant navy is the combination of the fleet with the people who man it. There are a number of terms applied to the people who operate the ships, from merchant sailor to merchant mariner, to simply sailor or mariner.According to the 2005 CIA World Factbook, the world total number of merchant ships of 1,000 Gross Register Tons or over was 30,936. Statistics for individual countries are available at the List of merchant marine capacity by country.
A ship's engineering department consists of the members of a ship's crew that operate and maintain the propulsion and other systems on board the vessel. Marine Engineering staff also deal with the "Hotel" facilities on board, notably the sewage, lighting, air conditioning and water systems. They deal with bulk fuel transfers, and require training in firefighting and first aid, as well as in dealing with the ship's boats and other nautical tasks- especially with cargo loading/discharging gear and safety systems, though the specific cargo discharge function remains the responsibility of deck officers and deck workers. On LPG and LNG tankers however, a cargo engineer works with the deck department during cargo operations, as well as being a watchkeeping engineer.
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN INDIA
The Indian Government acquired the EVS EM computers from the Soviet Union, which were used in large companies and research laboratories. Tata Consultancy Services established in 1968 by the Tata Group—were the country's largest software producers during the 1960s. As an outcome of the various policies of Jawaharlal Nehru (office: 15 August 1947 – 27 May 1964) the economically beleaguered country was able to build a large scientific workforce, second in numbers only to that of the United States of America and the Soviet Union.
On 18 August 1951 the minister of education Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, inaugurated the Indian Institute of Technology at Kharagpur in West Bengal. Possibly modeled after the Massachusetts Institute of Technology these institutions were conceived by a 22 member committee of scholars and entrepreneurs under the chairmanship of N. R. Sarkar.Relaxed immigration laws in the United States of America (1965) attracted a number of skilled Indian professionals aiming for research. By 1960 as many as 10,000 Indians were estimated to have settled in the US. The reason for this immigration was rooted in India producing more engineers through its education system—expanded during the 1950s—than its industry was able to absorb.
By the 1980s a number of engineers from India were seeking employment in other countries. In response, the Indian companies realigned wages to retain their experienced staff.The National Informatics Centre was established in March 1975. The inception of The Computer Maintenance Company (CMC) followed in October 1976. Between 1977-1980 India's Information Technology companies Tata Infotech, Patni Computer Systems, and Wipro, had become visible.
In the Encyclopedia of India, Kamdar (2006) reports on the role of Indian immigrants (1980 - early 1990s) in promoting technology-driven growth.The United States’ technological lead was driven in no small part by the brain power of brilliant immigrants, many of whom came from India. The inestimable contributions of thousands of highly trained Indian migrants in every area of American scientific and technological achievement culminated with the information technology revolution most associated with California’s Silicon Valley in the 1980s and 1990s.
On 18 August 1951 the minister of education Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, inaugurated the Indian Institute of Technology at Kharagpur in West Bengal. Possibly modeled after the Massachusetts Institute of Technology these institutions were conceived by a 22 member committee of scholars and entrepreneurs under the chairmanship of N. R. Sarkar.Relaxed immigration laws in the United States of America (1965) attracted a number of skilled Indian professionals aiming for research. By 1960 as many as 10,000 Indians were estimated to have settled in the US. The reason for this immigration was rooted in India producing more engineers through its education system—expanded during the 1950s—than its industry was able to absorb.
By the 1980s a number of engineers from India were seeking employment in other countries. In response, the Indian companies realigned wages to retain their experienced staff.The National Informatics Centre was established in March 1975. The inception of The Computer Maintenance Company (CMC) followed in October 1976. Between 1977-1980 India's Information Technology companies Tata Infotech, Patni Computer Systems, and Wipro, had become visible.
In the Encyclopedia of India, Kamdar (2006) reports on the role of Indian immigrants (1980 - early 1990s) in promoting technology-driven growth.The United States’ technological lead was driven in no small part by the brain power of brilliant immigrants, many of whom came from India. The inestimable contributions of thousands of highly trained Indian migrants in every area of American scientific and technological achievement culminated with the information technology revolution most associated with California’s Silicon Valley in the 1980s and 1990s.
Part Time Jobs for College Student
For most college students, working life does not start after college. This can either be for financial reasons or for experience. Getting part time jobs for college student is one way to make you prepared for life after studies. Some college students may enjoy working part time while others are pressured because of heavier study load. That's why it is important to choose a part time job that fits well into your schedule.
Most of the part time jobs for college student has to do with academics like being private tutor. If you are knowledgeable about a certain subject, why not try this line? You can share and let your mathematical mind flow, or you can also help arrange compositions or essays with your editing skills. If you are a musical genius, why not offer instrument lessons? Also, if you have a thousand tongues and can speak different languages, why not give language tutorials to eager students? Most of these services are paid by hours. All you have to do is to make your own poster or advertisement and find conspicuous places and stick them there. Include your contact numbers and schedule. On the other hand, there is always the Internet where you can post your ads.
Meanwhile, if you are looking for part time jobs in companies or businesses, you can find one with simple steps. First, you must be prepared. Be prepared with your resume, be prepared for an interview, as well as be prepared if the job will be offered to you immediately. Then, search in job search engines. There are several part time jobs for college student websites. In some sites you can input specific information like the location of the job and the field of work. You can then apply online. Some companies indicate that they give priorities to those that apply online.
Next, be prepared with all your papers and other requirements. If the company contacts you, be sure you are able to go to the interview on the day they request you to. If not, you can ask if it is possible to reschedule. When you go there in person, be in your best attire, but not one that goes overboard. Have your references ready. Be sure you can still keep track of the interviews and jobs you have applied for. Thank the person and wait for the results. Good luck!
Most of the part time jobs for college student has to do with academics like being private tutor. If you are knowledgeable about a certain subject, why not try this line? You can share and let your mathematical mind flow, or you can also help arrange compositions or essays with your editing skills. If you are a musical genius, why not offer instrument lessons? Also, if you have a thousand tongues and can speak different languages, why not give language tutorials to eager students? Most of these services are paid by hours. All you have to do is to make your own poster or advertisement and find conspicuous places and stick them there. Include your contact numbers and schedule. On the other hand, there is always the Internet where you can post your ads.
Meanwhile, if you are looking for part time jobs in companies or businesses, you can find one with simple steps. First, you must be prepared. Be prepared with your resume, be prepared for an interview, as well as be prepared if the job will be offered to you immediately. Then, search in job search engines. There are several part time jobs for college student websites. In some sites you can input specific information like the location of the job and the field of work. You can then apply online. Some companies indicate that they give priorities to those that apply online.
Next, be prepared with all your papers and other requirements. If the company contacts you, be sure you are able to go to the interview on the day they request you to. If not, you can ask if it is possible to reschedule. When you go there in person, be in your best attire, but not one that goes overboard. Have your references ready. Be sure you can still keep track of the interviews and jobs you have applied for. Thank the person and wait for the results. Good luck!
Money in the Dark
“Are you looking for a part time job?” This line may be too common in job advertisements and postings. However, there are times when not many of them really fit into your schedule. Other factors may come into consideration such as your skills, their requirements, the distance from your place, the benefits and compensation, etc. Also, if you are a busy student or you work more than one part time job, you must find one that fits into your schedule.
Well, you can choose to do part time night jobs. Night jobs are can be more convenient for you especially if you are a busy day person. If you happen to be a student who studies at day or a full time employee, then, night is the best and only option you have to do part time jobs.
If you want to look for one, you can refer to a lot of references. You can search in the classified ads of a newspaper. Most part time night jobs do not require very high qualifications. However, there are still some that does, especially when it is in a service industry. Meanwhile, there are also part time night jobs which you can do at home.
A sample of a part time night job which requires you to be at the venue in person is the job of guest services agent or a front desk receptionist, or a customer service person. These positions are advertised online and also in print ads. The employers for this type of job are usually hotels and inns. If you want to do the job, your responsibilities will include offering guest assistance, answering phone inquiries, taking reservations, conducting courtesy calls after guest check-in, organizing work area, maintaining cleanliness in designated places, making periodic walk or tour for security reasons, as well as handling keys and check-ins and check-outs.
Well, you can choose to do part time night jobs. Night jobs are can be more convenient for you especially if you are a busy day person. If you happen to be a student who studies at day or a full time employee, then, night is the best and only option you have to do part time jobs.
If you want to look for one, you can refer to a lot of references. You can search in the classified ads of a newspaper. Most part time night jobs do not require very high qualifications. However, there are still some that does, especially when it is in a service industry. Meanwhile, there are also part time night jobs which you can do at home.
A sample of a part time night job which requires you to be at the venue in person is the job of guest services agent or a front desk receptionist, or a customer service person. These positions are advertised online and also in print ads. The employers for this type of job are usually hotels and inns. If you want to do the job, your responsibilities will include offering guest assistance, answering phone inquiries, taking reservations, conducting courtesy calls after guest check-in, organizing work area, maintaining cleanliness in designated places, making periodic walk or tour for security reasons, as well as handling keys and check-ins and check-outs.
Time and Travel Control through Online Part Time Jobs
Distance can be a factor in finding a part time job. If you have seen your dream part time job but it will take you hours to reach the office, then you may need to reconsider your plan. This is especially true if you are saving as much money as you can. Why not search for online part time jobs?
If you have an Internet connection at home, online part time jobs are great for you. Online part time jobs can offer you advantages than physically going to an office. First, you are at the privacy of your own home. Offices have rules and they must be followed. On the other hand, you make your own rules at home. In addition, working online part time jobs at home saves you transportation expenses. You also get to manage your time properly. If you have foreign clients, communication and sending files are also easier through the Internet.
Some examples of online part time jobs include researching, writing, and creating websites. Most of these works are freelance jobs. They may be commissioned by foreign clients. There are several sites online on research projects that need part time researchers on various topics. Also, freelance writing is one of the flourishing businesses in the Internet. Several outsourcing companies are seeking full time and part time writers to whom they will give writing projects and will be paid per project. Usually, these companies act as the intermediary between the clients and the writers. They are the ones who will assign the topics to the writers. The writers will then be paid based on their output. Editing and copywriting are included in their services.
Meanwhile, another online part time job is creating website. If you are knowledgeable in different programming languages and skillful with website design, then this may be the perfect part time job for you. Some of the in-demand programming languages are CSS, Java, Oracle, SQL, Visual Basic, C++, and others. Other website-building skills include Adobe Photoshop, Macromedia Dreamweaver, Corel Draw, and other programs.
If you have an Internet connection at home, online part time jobs are great for you. Online part time jobs can offer you advantages than physically going to an office. First, you are at the privacy of your own home. Offices have rules and they must be followed. On the other hand, you make your own rules at home. In addition, working online part time jobs at home saves you transportation expenses. You also get to manage your time properly. If you have foreign clients, communication and sending files are also easier through the Internet.
Some examples of online part time jobs include researching, writing, and creating websites. Most of these works are freelance jobs. They may be commissioned by foreign clients. There are several sites online on research projects that need part time researchers on various topics. Also, freelance writing is one of the flourishing businesses in the Internet. Several outsourcing companies are seeking full time and part time writers to whom they will give writing projects and will be paid per project. Usually, these companies act as the intermediary between the clients and the writers. They are the ones who will assign the topics to the writers. The writers will then be paid based on their output. Editing and copywriting are included in their services.
Meanwhile, another online part time job is creating website. If you are knowledgeable in different programming languages and skillful with website design, then this may be the perfect part time job for you. Some of the in-demand programming languages are CSS, Java, Oracle, SQL, Visual Basic, C++, and others. Other website-building skills include Adobe Photoshop, Macromedia Dreamweaver, Corel Draw, and other programs.
.Part Time Jobs For Teenagers
As a teenager, you may probably be occupied with growing up and social events. However, for some, the desire to earn money burns more. If you are a teenager with lots of spare time but not lots of money, go and try finding part time job for teenagers like you. Who knows if you start early and learn about working, business, and how things go about, you can be on your way to being a future Donald Trump.
Big things start small. There are limited part time jobs offered to teenagers. Getting part time jobs for teenager is one way and the first stage of learning about money. Usually the jobs open for teenagers like you are jobs as crew members in fast food restaurants, clerks in stores, bag boys in supermarkets, and other simpler and easy-to-comprehend jobs.
It is very important that you maintain a good attitude when it comes to work. It begins with the attitude. If you think you won't like your job, then you won't. On the other hand, if you see it as an opportunity to grow more financially, then it will be a fun learning experience for you.
If you are planning to have your own restaurant in the future, you can choose to work part time in a restaurant to gain knowledge and experience. You can volunteer to do different tasks as well as ask a lot of questions about restaurant matters like inventory and cash flow. You can try applying to different kinds of restaurants and choose which one appeals to you later. Some of these types are fast food, elegant dining, family dining, exotic dining, etc.
Big things start small. There are limited part time jobs offered to teenagers. Getting part time jobs for teenager is one way and the first stage of learning about money. Usually the jobs open for teenagers like you are jobs as crew members in fast food restaurants, clerks in stores, bag boys in supermarkets, and other simpler and easy-to-comprehend jobs.
It is very important that you maintain a good attitude when it comes to work. It begins with the attitude. If you think you won't like your job, then you won't. On the other hand, if you see it as an opportunity to grow more financially, then it will be a fun learning experience for you.
If you are planning to have your own restaurant in the future, you can choose to work part time in a restaurant to gain knowledge and experience. You can volunteer to do different tasks as well as ask a lot of questions about restaurant matters like inventory and cash flow. You can try applying to different kinds of restaurants and choose which one appeals to you later. Some of these types are fast food, elegant dining, family dining, exotic dining, etc.
Operation Job Hunt
You can apply for a job either directly or through an intermediary. If you browse newspapers and local job postings as well as the Internet, you will be able to see contact numbers or email addresses of employers. This allows for direct application. However, in some cases, companies prefer the services of job agencies.
A job agency is a third party that acts as an in-between or matcher between the client or employer and the potential employee. Some specialize in client relationships only, in recruiting and sourcing candidates, or, in both of them. Job agencies recruit for permanent or full time jobs, direct hire positions, contract jobs, and also for part time jobs.
A part time job agency recruits a job seeker for a part time job available. A part time job agency is very helpful for students, graduates, potential employees who are just beginning to establish their careers, people who want to switch jobs, and others. Part time job agencies are sometimes also called temp agencies. They have a list of available positions along with a list of potential employees. One reason why applicants turn to part time job agency is because the agency quite knows about job openings that are not much known to the public.
If you are matched with a certain employer, the part time job agency will contact you and ask if you are interested with the job offer. They will be the ones who will line up all the possible job positions for you based on your qualifications and preferences. You also don't need to worry as most of your papers will be processed by them. You will then be informed of your interview when you have decided to apply for a position. Also, the part time agency will be the one to negotiate your salary or hourly wage on your behalf.
On the other hand, there is also a downside with acquiring the services of a part time job agency. Some work they offer are temporary jobs only. If this is the case, it may be difficult for you to constantly change jobs and adjust to new working environments. It is better to indicate and be clear of what kind and the how long the duration of the part time job you want.
A job agency is a third party that acts as an in-between or matcher between the client or employer and the potential employee. Some specialize in client relationships only, in recruiting and sourcing candidates, or, in both of them. Job agencies recruit for permanent or full time jobs, direct hire positions, contract jobs, and also for part time jobs.
A part time job agency recruits a job seeker for a part time job available. A part time job agency is very helpful for students, graduates, potential employees who are just beginning to establish their careers, people who want to switch jobs, and others. Part time job agencies are sometimes also called temp agencies. They have a list of available positions along with a list of potential employees. One reason why applicants turn to part time job agency is because the agency quite knows about job openings that are not much known to the public.
If you are matched with a certain employer, the part time job agency will contact you and ask if you are interested with the job offer. They will be the ones who will line up all the possible job positions for you based on your qualifications and preferences. You also don't need to worry as most of your papers will be processed by them. You will then be informed of your interview when you have decided to apply for a position. Also, the part time agency will be the one to negotiate your salary or hourly wage on your behalf.
On the other hand, there is also a downside with acquiring the services of a part time job agency. Some work they offer are temporary jobs only. If this is the case, it may be difficult for you to constantly change jobs and adjust to new working environments. It is better to indicate and be clear of what kind and the how long the duration of the part time job you want.
Weekend Part Time Jobs
Part time jobs can be heaven sent if you badly need a source of income but have limited time. You can search for them through print ads like in newspapers or board postings. Also, you can search online through websites with job listings. They vary in the amount of time required, in the salaries offered, as well as in the level of qualifications.
In applying for a part time job personally, your dress or attire must be at least tidy and neat. There are some employers who require business attire. Some are fine with casual wear. This type of requirement usually depends on the nature of the work you are applying for. You must also not forget to bring the necessary information and papers the employers have requested. Some of these papers are school diplomas, clearance, records, information about previous employers if any, references, as well as your resume.
However, not all part time jobs can fit into your schedule. Most of them are day-time and five-times-a-week part time jobs. Only, they are half-day or certain number of hours a day. If you are studying full time, this may not be a convenient set up for you. You may then need a weekend part time job. There are several weekend part time jobs available through the Internet or in local printed classified ads. Some of them may be simple and do not need any resume or “hard” qualifications. Here, skills are more required.
Examples of these are weekend nanny part time jobs and weekend typist part time jobs. A sample job posting in a job listing website advertises a nanny position. You are required to work on weekends as the parents may be gone attending to some affairs. You can be tasked to organize the child's playroom, dressers, pantry, as well as closets. You should also sweep and vacuum the floors of the house. Other chores include washing and ironing child's clothes, bathing the child, cooking meals, shopping for groceries, and maintaining bathrooms.
Meanwhile, another weekend part time job is typing documents, or inputing them into spreadsheets and files. There are a lot of typing jobs that include typing for students' thesis, reports, legal documents, manuscripts, and others. In some cases, you can do it at home. The skills and knowledge required are word processing skills, experience with spreadsheets, as well as wide knowledge of office applications.
In applying for a part time job personally, your dress or attire must be at least tidy and neat. There are some employers who require business attire. Some are fine with casual wear. This type of requirement usually depends on the nature of the work you are applying for. You must also not forget to bring the necessary information and papers the employers have requested. Some of these papers are school diplomas, clearance, records, information about previous employers if any, references, as well as your resume.
However, not all part time jobs can fit into your schedule. Most of them are day-time and five-times-a-week part time jobs. Only, they are half-day or certain number of hours a day. If you are studying full time, this may not be a convenient set up for you. You may then need a weekend part time job. There are several weekend part time jobs available through the Internet or in local printed classified ads. Some of them may be simple and do not need any resume or “hard” qualifications. Here, skills are more required.
Examples of these are weekend nanny part time jobs and weekend typist part time jobs. A sample job posting in a job listing website advertises a nanny position. You are required to work on weekends as the parents may be gone attending to some affairs. You can be tasked to organize the child's playroom, dressers, pantry, as well as closets. You should also sweep and vacuum the floors of the house. Other chores include washing and ironing child's clothes, bathing the child, cooking meals, shopping for groceries, and maintaining bathrooms.
Meanwhile, another weekend part time job is typing documents, or inputing them into spreadsheets and files. There are a lot of typing jobs that include typing for students' thesis, reports, legal documents, manuscripts, and others. In some cases, you can do it at home. The skills and knowledge required are word processing skills, experience with spreadsheets, as well as wide knowledge of office applications.
Unleash your Determination and Snag a Part Time Job
Been sending resumes but still haven't got a reply? Want to get a part time job easily? Even if your resume is not filled with accomplishments nor full of referrals, you can still snag a part time job. The only thing you must do is not to be choosy about the jobs you will apply for. Try to send your resumes to as many companies and employers as possible. Also look for job listings in local newspapers and in job listing websites.
There are a lot of part time jobs you can do. If you are not picky and in need to make both ends meet, try out the following jobs that will surely be fun, worthwhile, and well paying, though at times really exhausting. They include jobs on baby-sitting, lawn or yard care, dog walking or caring for pet, running errand for busy people, washing cars for neighbors, teaching old people about computers, creating websites, as well as making or selling objects.
Baby-sitting is one of the most common and abundant part time jobs there are. Most teenagers baby sit to earn extra money. In applying for the baby-sitting job, you should show that you are trustworthy and knowledgeable about kids. Most households also prefer someone who can give services on a regular basis. So if you will render your services on weekends, be sure to save those days and be there. Another job is caring for the lawn or yard. You can mow the lawns, trim the hedges, rake leaves, and shovel snow.
Meanwhile, you can also apply for a cleaning job or housekeeping in your neighborhood. If you like pets, you can take your neighbor's dogs to walk, or, you can also provide home pet care when your neighbors are out on vacation. If you are knowledgeable with many “outside” procedures, you can offer your services to run errand for your busy friends. Renewing license plates and buying groceries are just some examples. Plus, why not try washing cars to augment your income.
In addition, you can also snag a part time job by teaching senior citizens how to use computers as well as the Internet. You can organize a class, which is to be held in a specific venue, or, you an also go to the client's house. In connection with this, if you are adept with web site making, you can design and offer your creations to small businesses, as website building skills are in demand nowadays. Finally, let the entrepreneur in you show by selling things such as your own creations like bracelets, paintings, or cards, or auction things online like electronic books and clothes.
There are a lot of part time jobs you can do. If you are not picky and in need to make both ends meet, try out the following jobs that will surely be fun, worthwhile, and well paying, though at times really exhausting. They include jobs on baby-sitting, lawn or yard care, dog walking or caring for pet, running errand for busy people, washing cars for neighbors, teaching old people about computers, creating websites, as well as making or selling objects.
Baby-sitting is one of the most common and abundant part time jobs there are. Most teenagers baby sit to earn extra money. In applying for the baby-sitting job, you should show that you are trustworthy and knowledgeable about kids. Most households also prefer someone who can give services on a regular basis. So if you will render your services on weekends, be sure to save those days and be there. Another job is caring for the lawn or yard. You can mow the lawns, trim the hedges, rake leaves, and shovel snow.
Meanwhile, you can also apply for a cleaning job or housekeeping in your neighborhood. If you like pets, you can take your neighbor's dogs to walk, or, you can also provide home pet care when your neighbors are out on vacation. If you are knowledgeable with many “outside” procedures, you can offer your services to run errand for your busy friends. Renewing license plates and buying groceries are just some examples. Plus, why not try washing cars to augment your income.
In addition, you can also snag a part time job by teaching senior citizens how to use computers as well as the Internet. You can organize a class, which is to be held in a specific venue, or, you an also go to the client's house. In connection with this, if you are adept with web site making, you can design and offer your creations to small businesses, as website building skills are in demand nowadays. Finally, let the entrepreneur in you show by selling things such as your own creations like bracelets, paintings, or cards, or auction things online like electronic books and clothes.
A Taste of Independence through Part Time Jobs for Student
Do you want to try being independent and finance your own studies? Well, it's about time you have your own source of income and find a work experience. Part time jobs are popular among students as the time required is lesser than that of the full time job. In some part time jobs, the hours are flexible. You can even do them at home.
There are a lot of opportunities for students when it comes to part time jobs. Because of the school breaks like spring break and winter break, students get the chance to do many part time jobs. They can easily spot job advertisements in their neighborhood, and also see local postings on boards and along the streets. If it is urgent, the employers may give out flyers to advertise the opening.
Part time jobs for student usually does not have much requirements. However, there are also more scholarly jobs that require knowledge and skills. Some part time jobs that you can apply for easily are selling or household jobs. Examples of these are baby-sitting, ironing clothes, car wash, and others. This type of part time job requires skills and experience in doing these chores. On the other hand, part time jobs like researching and tutoring require academic requirements. You may be asked to bring your transcript of grades and even take exams to measure your level on that particular subject you would like to teach.
If you are a college or university students, there are more available part time jobs for you. You can choose to become a student assistant in your university. Departments in a university usually needs researchers, administrators, filers, typists, and other vacancies for their students. If you prefer commercial establishments, there are the popular ones like fast food restaurants. You can be a crew member or customer service agent. Some part time jobs require student applicants to have related undergraduate courses to the job they are offering. An example is a statistics course for a research-oriented job. However, there are also those that accept students with any degree, as training will be provided.
There are a lot of opportunities for students when it comes to part time jobs. Because of the school breaks like spring break and winter break, students get the chance to do many part time jobs. They can easily spot job advertisements in their neighborhood, and also see local postings on boards and along the streets. If it is urgent, the employers may give out flyers to advertise the opening.
Part time jobs for student usually does not have much requirements. However, there are also more scholarly jobs that require knowledge and skills. Some part time jobs that you can apply for easily are selling or household jobs. Examples of these are baby-sitting, ironing clothes, car wash, and others. This type of part time job requires skills and experience in doing these chores. On the other hand, part time jobs like researching and tutoring require academic requirements. You may be asked to bring your transcript of grades and even take exams to measure your level on that particular subject you would like to teach.
If you are a college or university students, there are more available part time jobs for you. You can choose to become a student assistant in your university. Departments in a university usually needs researchers, administrators, filers, typists, and other vacancies for their students. If you prefer commercial establishments, there are the popular ones like fast food restaurants. You can be a crew member or customer service agent. Some part time jobs require student applicants to have related undergraduate courses to the job they are offering. An example is a statistics course for a research-oriented job. However, there are also those that accept students with any degree, as training will be provided.
Part Time Jobs for Student
Do you want to try being independent and finance your own studies? Well, it's about time you have your own source of income and find a work experience. Part time jobs are popular among students as the time required is lesser than that of the full time job. In some part time jobs, the hours are flexible. You can even do them at home.
There are a lot of opportunities for students when it comes to part time jobs. Because of the school breaks like spring break and winter break, students get the chance to do many part time jobs. They can easily spot job advertisements in their neighborhood, and also see local postings on boards and along the streets. If it is urgent, the employers may give out flyers to advertise the opening.
Part time jobs for student usually does not have much requirements. However, there are also more scholarly jobs that require knowledge and skills. Some part time jobs that you can apply for easily are selling or household jobs. Examples of these are baby-sitting, ironing clothes, car wash, and others. This type of part time job requires skills and experience in doing these chores. On the other hand, part time jobs like researching and tutoring require academic requirements. You may be asked to bring your transcript of grades and even take exams to measure your level on that particular subject you would like to teach.
If you are a college or university students, there are more available part time jobs for you. You can choose to become a student assistant in your university. Departments in a university usually needs researchers, administrators, filers, typists, and other vacancies for their students. If you prefer commercial establishments, there are the popular ones like fast food restaurants. You can be a crew member or customer service agent. Some part time jobs require student applicants to have related undergraduate courses to the job they are offering. An example is a statistics course for a research-oriented job. However, there are also those that accept students with any degree, as training will be provided.
There are a lot of opportunities for students when it comes to part time jobs. Because of the school breaks like spring break and winter break, students get the chance to do many part time jobs. They can easily spot job advertisements in their neighborhood, and also see local postings on boards and along the streets. If it is urgent, the employers may give out flyers to advertise the opening.
Part time jobs for student usually does not have much requirements. However, there are also more scholarly jobs that require knowledge and skills. Some part time jobs that you can apply for easily are selling or household jobs. Examples of these are baby-sitting, ironing clothes, car wash, and others. This type of part time job requires skills and experience in doing these chores. On the other hand, part time jobs like researching and tutoring require academic requirements. You may be asked to bring your transcript of grades and even take exams to measure your level on that particular subject you would like to teach.
If you are a college or university students, there are more available part time jobs for you. You can choose to become a student assistant in your university. Departments in a university usually needs researchers, administrators, filers, typists, and other vacancies for their students. If you prefer commercial establishments, there are the popular ones like fast food restaurants. You can be a crew member or customer service agent. Some part time jobs require student applicants to have related undergraduate courses to the job they are offering. An example is a statistics course for a research-oriented job. However, there are also those that accept students with any degree, as training will be provided.
Safe from Scammers : Choosing the Right Part Time Jobs at Home
Are you a full time mom wanting to work part time? Well, trying to augment your income at home is very much possible with part time jobs at home. Here, you control your time, your schedule, as well as your expenses. If you are a professional before you got married and had kids, you can rebuild your career at the comfort of your own home. Sources for part time jobs listings are the classified ads in the newspapers and also job search engines in the Internet.
If you finished education course in college or even if you are not, why not try online tutoring part time job? All you need is Internet connection, a personal computer, your lesson plans, and you're off to go. Online learning places can include chat rooms, whiteboards, email, browsing and others. Primary, secondary, high school, and college students who need extra coaching and private lessons are your clients. Examples of subjects include science, math, and English. You must follow the schedule of your meeting online.
Meanwhile, if you are adept at foreign languages and are multilingual, then there a good job opportunity awaiting for you online. Multilingual and precise translators are very much in-demand as more materials are being shared by different countries. Examples of these are manuscripts, books, essays, manuals, technical resources, and legal documents. You will be paid by project. The client will also indicate when the document is expected to be finished. However, when there are some unclear parts, you will be asked to edit those parts.
However, in choosing part time jobs at home, you must be careful of scammers. Scam work-at-home jobs have been prevalent as they promise skyrocketing income. Do some background checks first before applying for home jobs. First you must know how you are going to be paid. Is there a salary of just commission? Also know how often you are going to be paid. Next, avoid job postings that say you can get rich quick. Most of these are pure scams. You may probably need to sell something. Another precaution is to be careful of your money. Do not send money or any information about your credit card. In addition, check for references about the status and legitimacy of the company you are applying for.
If you finished education course in college or even if you are not, why not try online tutoring part time job? All you need is Internet connection, a personal computer, your lesson plans, and you're off to go. Online learning places can include chat rooms, whiteboards, email, browsing and others. Primary, secondary, high school, and college students who need extra coaching and private lessons are your clients. Examples of subjects include science, math, and English. You must follow the schedule of your meeting online.
Meanwhile, if you are adept at foreign languages and are multilingual, then there a good job opportunity awaiting for you online. Multilingual and precise translators are very much in-demand as more materials are being shared by different countries. Examples of these are manuscripts, books, essays, manuals, technical resources, and legal documents. You will be paid by project. The client will also indicate when the document is expected to be finished. However, when there are some unclear parts, you will be asked to edit those parts.
However, in choosing part time jobs at home, you must be careful of scammers. Scam work-at-home jobs have been prevalent as they promise skyrocketing income. Do some background checks first before applying for home jobs. First you must know how you are going to be paid. Is there a salary of just commission? Also know how often you are going to be paid. Next, avoid job postings that say you can get rich quick. Most of these are pure scams. You may probably need to sell something. Another precaution is to be careful of your money. Do not send money or any information about your credit card. In addition, check for references about the status and legitimacy of the company you are applying for.
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