Current Search: Business (x)
Pages
-
-
Title
-
IMPROVING BUSINESS PERFORMANCE THROUGH THE INTEGRATION OF HUMAN FACTORS ENGINEERING INTO ORGANIZATIONS USING A SYSTEMS ENGINEERING APPROACH.
-
Creator
-
Philippart, Monica, Karwowski, Waldemar, University of Central Florida
-
Abstract / Description
-
Most organizations today understand the valuable contribution employees as people (rather than simply bodies) provide to their overall performance. Although efforts are made to make the most of the human in organizations, there is still much room for improvement. Focus in the reduction of employee injuries such as cumulative trauma disorders rose in the 80's. Attempts at increasing performance by addressing employee satisfaction through various methods have also been ongoing for several...
Show moreMost organizations today understand the valuable contribution employees as people (rather than simply bodies) provide to their overall performance. Although efforts are made to make the most of the human in organizations, there is still much room for improvement. Focus in the reduction of employee injuries such as cumulative trauma disorders rose in the 80's. Attempts at increasing performance by addressing employee satisfaction through various methods have also been ongoing for several years now. Knowledge Management is one of the most recent attempts at controlling and making the best use of employees' knowledge. All of these efforts and more towards that same goal of making the most of people's performance at work are encompassed within the domain of the Human Factors Engineering/Ergonomics field. HFE/E provides still untapped potential for organizational performance as the human and its optimal performance are the reason for this discipline's being. Although Human Factors programs have been generated and implemented, there is still the need for a method to help organizations fully integrate this discipline into the enterprise as a whole. The purpose of this research is to develop a method to help organizations integrate HFE/E into it business processes. This research begun with a review of the ways in which the HFE/E discipline is currently used by organizations. The need and desire to integrate HFE/E into organizations was identified, and a method to accomplish this integration was conceptualized. This method consisted on the generation of two domain-specific ontologies (a Human Factors Engineering/Ergonomics ontology, and a Business ontology), and mapping the two creating a concept map that can be used to integrate HFE/E into businesses. The HFE/E ontology was built by generating two concept maps that were merged and then joined with a HFE/E discipline taxonomy. A total of four concept maps, two ontologies and a taxonomy were created, all of which are contributions to the HFE/E, and the business- and management-related fields.
Show less
-
Date Issued
-
2008
-
Identifier
-
CFE0002445, ucf:47716
-
Format
-
Document (PDF)
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0002445
-
-
Title
-
The Atlantic and Gulf Coast Canal and Okeechobee Land Company: chartered by special act of the Legislature of Florida, 1881 : capital, $10,000,000, one million shares, par value, $10.00.
-
Creator
-
Kreamer, James M., Salinger, Richard, PALMM (Project)
-
Abstract / Description
-
Includes a prospectus and an engineer's report describing efforts for the year 1884 and continuing plans to dredge canals and partially drain Lake Okeechobee and surrounding lands. Some of the other affected waters are Lake Flirt, Lake Hichpochee, the Kissimmee River, Lake East Tohopekaliga, Lake Tohopekaliga, Lake Hatchneha, Lake Cypress, Lake Kissimmee, the Caloosahatchie River, Tiger Creek, Lake Tiger, Lake Rosalie, and Lake Walk-in-the-Water. The purpose of this work was to reduce...
Show moreIncludes a prospectus and an engineer's report describing efforts for the year 1884 and continuing plans to dredge canals and partially drain Lake Okeechobee and surrounding lands. Some of the other affected waters are Lake Flirt, Lake Hichpochee, the Kissimmee River, Lake East Tohopekaliga, Lake Tohopekaliga, Lake Hatchneha, Lake Cypress, Lake Kissimmee, the Caloosahatchie River, Tiger Creek, Lake Tiger, Lake Rosalie, and Lake Walk-in-the-Water. The purpose of this work was to reduce flooding, claim land for agriculture and open up channels of water transport.
Show less
-
Date Issued
-
1885
-
Identifier
-
AAA6247QF00004/30/200303/16/200520295BfamIa D0QF, ONICF177- 4, FHP C CF 2003-04-30, huc3090201, huc30901, huc3090205, FCLA url 20040208xOCLC, 55693580, CF00001614, 2570248, ucf:13066
-
Format
-
E-book
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/fhp/CF00001614.jpg
-
-
Title
-
The citrus industry and occupations in Florida.
-
Creator
-
United States, Mead, Arthur Raymond, PALMM (Project)
-
Abstract / Description
-
"Prepared to provide occupational information for youth in high schools, to a lesser degree in colleges and universities, and to out-of-school unemployed." -- Introduction. Gives descriptions of the specific jobs that are performed in the citrus industry, at all stages, from growing to packing or canning the fruit, and at various levels, from laborer to management. Includes statistics on production, trade, and characteristics of citrus industry workers, as well as a discussion of the citrus...
Show more"Prepared to provide occupational information for youth in high schools, to a lesser degree in colleges and universities, and to out-of-school unemployed." -- Introduction. Gives descriptions of the specific jobs that are performed in the citrus industry, at all stages, from growing to packing or canning the fruit, and at various levels, from laborer to management. Includes statistics on production, trade, and characteristics of citrus industry workers, as well as a discussion of the citrus market and excerpts from various documents relating to the industry.
Show less
-
Date Issued
-
1938?
-
Identifier
-
AAA7987QF00010/16/200310/25/200424578BfamIa D0QF, ONICF166- 13, FHP C CF 2003-10-16, FCLA url 20040930xOCLC, 56815654, CF00001661, 2574528, ucf:24113
-
Format
-
E-book
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/fhp/CF00001661.jpg
-
-
Title
-
Where to go in Florida.
-
Creator
-
Tyler, Daniel F., PALMM (Project)
-
Abstract / Description
-
Description of Green Cove Springs, Florida.
-
Date Issued
-
1880
-
Identifier
-
AAA3369QF00012/20/200108/04/200516434BfamI D0QF, FHP C CF 2001-12-20, FIPS12019, FCLA url 20020626xOCLC, 50193642, CF00001582, 2565289, ucf:10689
-
Format
-
E-book
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dl/CF00001582.jpg
-
-
Title
-
Across the Everglades: a canoe journey of exploration.
-
Creator
-
Willoughby, Hugh L. (Hugh Laussat), PALMM (Project)
-
Abstract / Description
-
An account of the author's exploratory trip across the southern Everglades including descriptions of places, people and wildlife. Throughout the narrative, the author makes reference to the methods used by the Seminoles for travel, cooking, etc., as well as describes some of their recent history and his encounters with them during this trip.
-
Date Issued
-
1898
-
Identifier
-
AAA6249QF00004/30/200302/09/200513204BfamIa D0QF, ONICF160- 5, FHP C CF 2003-04-30, FCLA url 20030714xOCLC, huc3090203, 52873655, CF00001592, 2568015, ucf:11989
-
Format
-
E-book
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/tc/fhp/CF00001592.jpg
-
-
Title
-
Almanac for 1893.
-
Creator
-
PALMM (Project)
-
Date Issued
-
1893
-
Identifier
-
AAA3451QF00001/11/200208/04/200515705BfamIa D0QF, FHP C CF 2002-01-11, FCLA url 20020206xOCLC, 49296196, CF00001563, 2559750, ucf:8091
-
Format
-
E-book
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dl/CF00001563.jpg
-
-
Title
-
The Florida of to-day: a guide for tourists and settlers.
-
Creator
-
Davidson, James Wood, PALMM (Project)
-
Abstract / Description
-
Describes the Florida of the late 19th century in terms of its history, physical environment, population, travel destinations and facilities, crops and products.
-
Date Issued
-
1889
-
Identifier
-
AAA3452QF00001/16/200208/04/200515972BfamIa D0QF, ONICF179- 0, FHP C CF 2001-01-16, FCLA url 20020422xOCLC, 50217857, CF00001574, 2562094, ucf:9170
-
Format
-
E-book
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dl/CF00001574.jpg
-
-
Title
-
Florida for tourists, invalids, and settlers: containing practical information regarding climate, soil, and productions; cities, towns, and people; the culture of the orange and other tropical fruits; farming and gardening; scenery and resorts; sport; routes of travel, etc., etc.
-
Creator
-
Barbour, George M., PALMM (Project)
-
Abstract / Description
-
Based on the writer's personal observations, describes and comments upon the various regions of Florida, the climate, people, agricultural products and resources.
-
Date Issued
-
1884
-
Identifier
-
AAA3354QF00012/20/200108/04/200515919BfamI D0QF, FHP C CF 2001-12-20, FCLA url 20020606xOCLC, 50187276, CF00001577, 2562653, ucf:9439
-
Format
-
E-book
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dl/CF00001577.jpg
-
-
Title
-
Florida fruits and how to raise them.
-
Creator
-
Harcourt, Helen, PALMM (Project)
-
Abstract / Description
-
Horticultural handbook geared to the novice, for growing citrus as well as other types of fruits in Florida.
-
Date Issued
-
1886
-
Identifier
-
AAA3360QF00012/20/200108/04/200515931BfamIa D0QF, FHP C CF 2001-12-20, FCLA url 20020613xOCLC, 50189474, CF00001578, 2563386, ucf:9791
-
Format
-
E-book
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dl/CF00001578.jpg
-
-
Title
-
Happy winter in Florida.
-
Creator
-
Robbins, Sarah Stuart, PALMM (Project)
-
Abstract / Description
-
A young girl's account of her family's trip to Central and North Florida in the winter of 1875.
-
Date Issued
-
1888
-
Identifier
-
AAA3229QF00011/15/200108/04/200516019BfamIa D0QF, FHP C CF 2001-11-15, FIPS12109, FIPS12031, FCLA url 20020221xOCLC, 49296749, CF00001560, 2558525, ucf:7502
-
Format
-
E-book
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/fcla/dl/CF00001560.jpg
-
-
Title
-
Max Stadler & Co., Leading Clothiers.
-
Date Created
-
1884
-
Identifier
-
DP0015447
-
Format
-
Set of related objects
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/DP0015447
-
-
Title
-
Topsy's matchbook.
-
Date Created
-
1930s-1950s
-
Identifier
-
DP0015369
-
Format
-
Set of related objects
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/DP0015369
-
-
Title
-
We never fade!!.
-
Date Created
-
1880s
-
Identifier
-
DP0015443
-
Format
-
Set of related objects
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/DP0015443
-
-
Title
-
Sapolio, Enoch Morgan & Sons.
-
Date Created
-
1880s
-
Identifier
-
DP0015445
-
Format
-
E-book
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/DP0015445
-
-
Title
-
Seal of North Carolina: Smoking Tobacco Marburg Bros.
-
Date Created
-
1840-1880
-
Identifier
-
DP0015390
-
Format
-
Set of related objects
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/DP0015390
-
-
Title
-
Durham tobacco.
-
Date Created
-
1840-1880
-
Identifier
-
DP0015391
-
Format
-
Image (JPEG)
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/DP0015391
-
-
Title
-
THE FORGOTTEN THIRD BRANCH: THE SUPREME COURT, PUBLIC OPINION, AND THE MEDIA.
-
Creator
-
Pitchman, Adrien, Schmidt, Cynthia, University of Central Florida
-
Abstract / Description
-
The three branches of government rely on public engagement for the prosperity of the nation. Moreover, informed public opinion is a fundamental tenant of democracy. With that in mind, this paper aims to explore the relationship between the Judicial Branch and the public. Specifically, this paper examines and questions the Supreme Court's efficacy communicating with the public. American constituents are inundated on a daily basis by the clamor of D.C. politics. The twenty four hour news cycle...
Show moreThe three branches of government rely on public engagement for the prosperity of the nation. Moreover, informed public opinion is a fundamental tenant of democracy. With that in mind, this paper aims to explore the relationship between the Judicial Branch and the public. Specifically, this paper examines and questions the Supreme Court's efficacy communicating with the public. American constituents are inundated on a daily basis by the clamor of D.C. politics. The twenty four hour news cycle has given way to politicized headlines and exaggerated pundit commentary on contentious national issues. In a technological age where information is instant and the public has become accustomed to soundbites for education, the Supreme Court is left out of place. Both the Executive Branch and Legislative Branch converse directly with the public when necessary. Politicians frequently address their constituents or discuss complicated issues with voters first hand. However, the Supreme Court has rejected this strategy and instead relies almost exclusively on the press to relay their decisions. The judicial branch is the only third of our government without constant communication to the American people. As a result, the judiciary is relatively ignored by its citizens. By discussing a number of landmark cases since the turn of the century, this paper aims to analyze how those decisions were both announced to the public by the media and how the public received them. The Court has certainly adopted the press as an agent of communication. But is the media truly the proper outlet for the Court's rulings?
Show less
-
Date Issued
-
2015
-
Identifier
-
CFH0004771, ucf:45392
-
Format
-
Document (PDF)
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFH0004771
-
-
Title
-
INSTITUTIONAL DESIGN AND ECONOMIC INEQUALITY: SOCIOECONOMIC ACTORS AND PUBLIC POLICY IN GERMANY AND THE UNITED STATES.
-
Creator
-
Hudson, Jennifer, Kinsey, Barbara, University of Central Florida
-
Abstract / Description
-
In this thesis I conduct a comparative analysis of the influence of socioeconomic actors, business and labor, on public policy in Germany and the United States, specifically public policy that has an impact on economic inequality. The objective of this study is to gain a better understanding of how institutional constructs may determine the level of influence by different socioeconomic actors on public policy. In particular, I examine the link between institutional design and economic...
Show moreIn this thesis I conduct a comparative analysis of the influence of socioeconomic actors, business and labor, on public policy in Germany and the United States, specifically public policy that has an impact on economic inequality. The objective of this study is to gain a better understanding of how institutional constructs may determine the level of influence by different socioeconomic actors on public policy. In particular, I examine the link between institutional design and economic inequality, specifically the relative influence of business interests in varying types of capitalist economies and democratic systems, and assess those facets of institutional design that may facilitate the channeling of business influence in policy making. I explore institutional changes in the German political and economic system beginning in the late 1980s to determine whether these changes have altered the policy making process over time, and analyze similarities with institutional changes that have taken place in the United States beginning in the late 1970s to present. Further, I examine whether shifts in institutional design indicate that the German system is transitioning towards a more liberal model similar to that of the United States, and consider what effects this may have on the level of economic inequality in Germany. To conduct my analysis I use the Institutional Analysis and Development (IAD) framework; based on the IAD framework I create a conceptual map of the channels by which socioeconomic actors are involved in the policy making process. I evaluate the policy-making process in both formal and informal policy arenas. The policy areas analyzed include corporate governance, industrial relations, and tax, welfare and minimum wage policy during the selected time periods. The analysis shows that the institutional designs that produced the selected policies benefit business interests and may contribute towards economic inequality. The larger goal is to develop research that will build a theoretical foundation to help us identify how these systems may be improved to produce a more equitable allocation of economic resources.
Show less
-
Date Issued
-
2014
-
Identifier
-
CFH0004690, ucf:45243
-
Format
-
Document (PDF)
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFH0004690
-
-
Title
-
Equivalency Analysis of Sidestick Controller Modes During Manual Flight.
-
Creator
-
Rummel, Alex, Karwowski, Waldemar, Elshennawy, Ahmad, Hancock, Peter, University of Central Florida
-
Abstract / Description
-
Equivalency analysis is a statistical procedure that can enhance the findings of an analysis of variance in the case when non-significant differences are identified. The demonstration of functional equivalence or the absence of practical differences is useful to designers introducing new technologies to the flight deck. Proving functional equivalence is an effective means to justify the implementation of new technologies that must be (")the same or better(") than previous technology. This...
Show moreEquivalency analysis is a statistical procedure that can enhance the findings of an analysis of variance in the case when non-significant differences are identified. The demonstration of functional equivalence or the absence of practical differences is useful to designers introducing new technologies to the flight deck. Proving functional equivalence is an effective means to justify the implementation of new technologies that must be (")the same or better(") than previous technology. This study examines the functional equivalency of three operational modes of a new active control sidestick during normal operations while performing manual piloting tasks. Data from a between-subjects, repeated-measures simulator test was analyzed using analysis of variance and equivalency analysis. Ten pilots participated in the simulator test which was conducted in a fixed-base, business jet simulator. Pilots performed maneuvers such as climbing and descending turns and ILS approaches using three sidestick modes: active, unlinked, and passive. RMS error for airspeed, flight path angle, and bank angle were measured in addition to touchdown points on the runway relative to centerline and runway threshold. Results indicate that the three operational modes are functionally equivalent when performing climbing and descending turns. Active and unlinked modes were found to be functionally equivalent when flying an ILS approach, but the passive mode, by a small margin, was not found to be functionally equivalent.
Show less
-
Date Issued
-
2018
-
Identifier
-
CFE0007242, ucf:52226
-
Format
-
Document (PDF)
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0007242
-
-
Title
-
Good Works: The Topoi of Corporate Social Responsibility in the Travel and Tourism Industry.
-
Creator
-
Culler, Connie, Scott, Blake, Jones, Dan, Rounsaville, Angela, Dingo, Rebecca, University of Central Florida
-
Abstract / Description
-
This dissertation focuses on the identification and analysis of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) topoi in the travel and tourism industry. A sample set of six companies was selected for the study due to their size and prominence in the industry -- namely Disney, Hilton, Intercontinental, Marriott, Starwood, and Wyndham. Topoi were identified through a blended method of research that employed rhetorical analysis, modified grounded theory, and NVIVO content analysis software. The research...
Show moreThis dissertation focuses on the identification and analysis of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) topoi in the travel and tourism industry. A sample set of six companies was selected for the study due to their size and prominence in the industry -- namely Disney, Hilton, Intercontinental, Marriott, Starwood, and Wyndham. Topoi were identified through a blended method of research that employed rhetorical analysis, modified grounded theory, and NVIVO content analysis software. The research followed three guiding principles to recognize textual cues and drive analysis: common and special topoi; topoi as heuristic; topoi for association and amplification; and topoi as fluid and movable. The common CSR topoi, triple bottom line and shared value, were also used as overarching categories for coding the texts. The results of the method yielded six unique topoi that were specific to each company; these included Inspiration, Higher Purpose, Collaborative Innovation, Leadership, The Age of Great Change, and Green. Results also included a set of seven special industry topoi that were common across all of the sample companies; these included Commitment, Management, Alignment, Environment, Engagement, Achievement, and Sustainability. The rhetorical synergy and topological levels identified through this research can inform other studies of CSR about the generative potential of topoi and its fluidity when viewed from different conceptual vantage points.
Show less
-
Date Issued
-
2015
-
Identifier
-
CFE0005936, ucf:50851
-
Format
-
Document (PDF)
-
PURL
-
http://purl.flvc.org/ucf/fd/CFE0005936
Pages