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Find the mean of the data summarized in the given frequency distribution. Also, compare the computed means to the actual means obtained by using th eoriginal list of data values, which are as follow: (Exercise 29) 35.9 year; (Exercise 30)44.1 years; (Exercise31)84.4;(exercise32)15.0 years

 

age of best actor                                                                Frequency

when oscar was won

20-29                                                                                        1

30-39                                                                                       26

40-49                                                                                       35

50-59                                                                                       13

60-69                                                                                         6

70-79                                                                                         1

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An Annotated Bibliography organizes your research by way of APA citations and a short paragraph about each source. For this Assignment, you will create an Annotated Bibliography for four sources related to an argument for change. One of the sources should address an opposing viewpoint or misconception related to your topic. When you find reliable and relevant sources, your instructor will provide insightful feedback on the sources you intend to use in an argument for change in your community or workplace.

The following aspects are required for your Annotated Bibliography Assignment:

               Title page in APA manuscript format.

               Your potential thesis statement for an argument for change in your community or workplace.

               Four sources from at least four of the categories below:

                                 Book, ebook, article, or a chapter from book or ebook

                                 Periodical (e.g., newspaper, magazine, journal article)

                                 Internet source (e.g., blog, organization website, article from Internet site)

                                 Video or audio source (e.g., documentary, video blog, TED Talks , podcast)

                                 A source material in which the authors of the content are the primary researchers (the ones who conducted research)

               At least one source should address an opposing viewpoint or misconception.

               APA citation for each source (this is the information you would normally include on a references page).

               Annotation for each source, which must include each of the following in a full paragraph:

                                 Brief summary of the source (no direct quotes from the source) and a parenthetical citation after the summary, e.g., (Smith, 2014)

                                 Evaluation of the source’s credibility, including the author’s credentials and the verifiability of the source’s information

                                 Discussion about the source’s usefulness to an argument for change in your community or workplace

               All writing must be in Standard American English.

               Use APA manuscript format throughout the Assignment.

 

 

alternate work arrangement

Alternate Work Arrangements

Various alternative work arrangements exist for use in businesses and other types of organizations; included among the options are compressed work weeks, flexible work schedules, telecommuting, and job sharing. This case focuses on alternative work arrangements in general rather than on a particular one exclusively; however, telecommuting does receive additional attention.

The case revolves around the potential advantages and disadvantages that are associated with alternative work arrangements, and the factors that are contributing to an increased use of various alternative work arrangements by employers. With respect to the various advantages and disadvantage that are identified in the case, the positives seem to outweigh the negatives. “Organizations that offer flexible working arrangements are, and will continue to be, employers of choice. ¼ Employees consistently rank flexible schedules high on their list of desired benefits; employers who are reluctant to offer these popular perks will find themselves falling short in the bidding wars for talent.” The case identifies three underlying factors that are driving the movement toward the increased utilization of alternative work arrangements in many different workplaces. These factors are: (a) the needs, desires, and expectations of workers for greater flexibility at work; (b) fuel costs and fuel consumption associated with commuting, and the related carbon footprint impact; and (c) the restrictive impact of the 2008-2009 economic recession on job opportunities.

The case concludes by pointing out that many nations have experimented successfully with various flexible work programs and some countries have enacted legislation promoting alternative work arrangements. It then poses the question: “Will the United States government and American businesses be adequately prepared to meet future economic challenges, at least in part, by embracing the movement toward increasing use of alternative work arrangements?”

Case Study – Alternative Work Arrangements: Possible Solutions for a Plethora of Problems?

Alternative work arrangements, such as compressed work weeks, flexible work schedules, telecommuting, or job sharing, can have positive and negative consequences for employers and employees. In general, alternative work arrangements can generate beneficial outcomes, particularly for employers, such as “increased employee retention, loyalty and morale; higher productivity; improved recruiting of highly qualified workers; decreased employee tardiness and unscheduled absences; and maximum use of facilities and equipment.” On the employees’ side, telecommuting—one type of alternative work arrangement—has favorable effects on perceived autonomy, the resolution of work–family conflicts, job performance, job satisfaction, and the experience of stress. What is more, it does not harm perceived career prospects or the quality of workplace relationships. On the downside, however, are the challenges associated with making these programs work for both employer and employees: handling issues regarding employee training, work monitoring, and performance evaluation; maintaining lines of communication with bosses and coworkers; and changing the attitudes of managers who might be uncomfortable with anything other than traditional working arrangements.

On balance the positives seem to outweigh the negatives. “Organizations that offer flexible working arrangements are, and will continue to be, employers of choice.¼ Employees consistently rank flexible schedules high on their list of desired benefits; employers who are reluctant to offer these popular perks will find themselves falling short in the bidding wars for talent.”

Although alternative work arrangements can be highly beneficial for both employers and employees, we need to ask the question: “What seems to be the underlying factors that are driving the movement toward the increased utilization of alternative work arrangements in many different workplaces?” One factor reflects the needs and desires of workers. “Many people today are seeking flexibility at work. Parents ¼ may want more time for family. Students hope to fit employment into a busy class schedule. And some people look for work after retirement. Whatever their situation, they’re not alone in wanting a job that’s a better match for their lives.”

Younger workers and those nearing retirement age are two particular segments of the workforce that can be meaningfully targeted by employers offering various alternative work arrangements. Younger workers are entering the workforce with different expectations than previous generations of workers. Whereas their parents were work-centric, most members of Generations X and Y give priority to their personal lives; or at the very least they desire to balance their work lives and personal lives. Sharif Khan, vice-president of human resources at Microsoft Canada, says, “Gen X and Gen Y are coming into the workplace with the expectation that they’re going to be treated as individuals, [who] ¼ want to be able to fit their life and their work together comfortably, as opposed to focusing on work and dealing with life after the fact.”

Another important demographic group in the workforce consists of those individuals nearing retirement. “Baby Boomers are reaching retirement age. While many Boomers may choose to stretch their retirement date based on some combination of lifestyle choice and recent market developments, many are opting for less-demanding positions or reduced workloads.” “By 2020, 16 percent of the U.S. population will be age 65 and over, up from 12 percent in 1999. ¼ Yet leaders of many organizations ignore aging workforce issues despite the potential problems they see coming, and some damage seems likely to occur before the issues receive appropriate attention.” “[T]he size of the Baby Boomer demographic group exceeds current graduating classes, and replacing their experience will be a challenge for most firms.”

Increasingly, business and governmental organizations are adopting alternative work arrangements for economic reasons. For example, a May 2008 poll conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management indicated that 18 percent of responding organizations offered telecommuting in order to help employees with rising fuel costs. Four months later, with fuel prices continuing to soar, the percentage of organizations offering the telecommuting option had risen to 40 percent. In October 2008, when gasoline prices were peaking, Ann Bednarz, writing in Network World, reported that “[g]as shortages in the Southeast United States are prompting companies to consider expanding their telework programs so employees can conserve fuel. Other options workers are weighing include greater use of carpools and public transit, along with alternative scheduling arrangements such as four-day work weeks.”

In addition to the dramatic increase in fuel costs in the summer and autumn of 2008, concerns about global warming and long commutes have fostered interest in alternative arrangements. Moreover, two recession-related factors could lead more employees to seek out long-distance telecommuting options for at least part of their time on the job. First, the slow housing market limits people’s ability to move to new jobs. Consequently, rather than physically commuting a long distance for a new job, part-time, long-distance telecommuting could be an option. Second, the weak job market that has been caused by the recession appears to be increasing the number of commuter marriages wherein the spouses work in different cities. Here too, part-time, long-distance telecommuting might be a viable option.

Many nations have experimented successfully with various flexible work programs; and indeed, some countries have enacted laws to make alternative work arrangements more accessible to employees. Although the United States has not enacted such legislation, the demographic and economic changes that are occurring may result in alternative work arrangements laws that “could play an important role in preparing the U.S. economy for the future.”

Will the U.S. government and American businesses be adequately prepared to meet future economic challenges, at least in part, by embracing the movement toward increasing use of alternative work arrangements?

This case was written by Michael K. McCuddy, The Louis S. and Mary L. Morgal Chair of Christian Business Ethics and Professor of Management, College of Business Administration, Valparaiso University.

Write a 2- 3 page paper.  In your paper discuss the following questions with concepts from the course:

  1. How can employees benefit from alternative work arrangements?  Why?
  2. What are some of the possible negative outcomes for employers and/or employees regarding alternative work arrangements? Please explain your answer.
  3. What types of factors are influencing organizations to consider using alternative work arrangements? Explain how alternative work arrangements can address the problems/issues that are raised by these factors.
  4. Should the availability of alternative work arrangements to employees in the United States be mandated by law? Why or why not?

Include a title page and 3-5 references.  Only one reference may be from the internet (not Wikipedia).  The other references must be from the Grantham University online library.  Please adhere to the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association (APA), (6th ed., 2nd printing) when writing and submitting assignments and papers. 

 

 

CJ305 A1-2

Scenario:

Rob Banks graduated from the police academy and is now a rookie officer who is starting his six months of training with Field Training Officer, Justin Case. Officer Case is supervising Officer Banks during the 4 p.m. to midnight shift.  At 11:00 p.m., Officer Banks and Officer Case are dispatched to a burglary in progress at the University City Ball Park concession stand. Jane Chatman was walking her dog near the ballpark when she heard a loud crash near the concession stand.  Chatman walked toward the concession stand to investigate the noise.  As Chatman neared the concession stand, she saw three teenage boys ransacking the place.  Chatman quietly walked away from the concession stand and called the police department to report the burglary. When Officer Banks and Officer Case arrive at the ballpark, the perpetrators had already fled. Officer Banks said, “The concession stand is a mess it appears the perpetrators have stolen numerous items, where do we start?” Officer Case replied, “Officer Banks, first, I want you to contact the police dispatcher and have them get in touch with the director of the ballpark and ask the director to respond to the concession stand.  We need the director to tell us what is missing and the value of the items for our report.” Chatman saw the officers arrive at the ballpark and walked over to the concession stand and said, “Hi, my name is Jane Chatman and I am the one who called the police department to report the burglary.” Officer Case thanked Chatman for reporting the crime, and told Officer Banks, “Go ahead and get Chatman’s information and see if she will write a statement as to what she saw.  Remember to ask her to give you a description of the juveniles she saw.” While Officer Banks was writing down Chatman’s information for the police report, he saw Officer Case picked up a piece of double-bubble gum off the counter in the concession stand.  Officer Case then removed the gum from the wrapper, tossed the wrapper on the floor, put the gum in his mouth, and walked over to meet the director of the ballpark who just arrived at the scene. Chatman looks at Officer Case and then back at Officer Banks and shakes her head back and forth, indicating her disappointment in what just occurred. After getting all the information from Chatman and the director, Officer Banks and Officer Case return to the police station to complete their police report. Officer Case continued to chew the bubble gum and blew bubbles with the gum while typing his report.

Assignment:

Apply the five-step process of Analyzing Ethical Dilemmas to evaluate this situation and conclude with an appropriate course of action by Officer Banks regarding Officer Case’s misconduct.

Response to Discussion posted

I need to respond to this discussion post and have no idea what to say. Please help

 

The 1930’s saw the beginning of anti-fascist images. Publications swaying to the left, or in support of the Communist ideology portrayed mostly cartoons that forwarded the communist or socialist agenda. This agenda was mainly the “promotion of the rights of workers and their fight against capitalism and fascism (Pohl 441-442). The American Artists’ Congress, a group made up of many artists who represented the far left and socialist movement existed from 1935-1942. At one time, the Congress had approximately 900 artist members. This group was born out of other groups such as the John Reed Clubs. John Reed Clubs were intensely focused on fighting capitalism and were mainly of Socialist party allegiance. With the rise of Adolf Hitler of Germany, Mussolini of Italy and Hirohito of Japan, fascism was on the rise. Joseph Stalin, leader of Russia was now more concerned about fighting fascism than capitalism. As a result, Socialist groups within the United States were shifting their priorities to fall in concert with the preachings of Stalin.

In her book Anti-fascism in American Art, Cecile Whiting notes that “the debate during the 1930’s and 1940’s over the function of images in the fight against fascism was complex.” It was not clear weather artists should even weigh in with their art. Some wondered or suggested if it would be more advantageous to enlist and fight. In addition, if they were going to work, in what style? Should they paint the war itself? Should they paint pro-democracy pieces? Like Whiting said, “it was complex.”

At the same time, Spain was under attack by the fascist Falange Party. This, along with Stalin’s shift, prioritizing the fight against fascism over capitalism influenced many American artists in their composition decisions. Groups like the American Artists’ Congress pushed their members to represent the groups support in their subject matter. They began creating pieces that did exactly that. Fully developed oils paintings were now being done in contrast to the cartoons at the beginning of the era. Solemn portrayals or the depiction of loss were becoming more frequent. Works like a cartoon drawing in New Masses, July 1934 by William Gropper showed the eminent destruction of capitalism and fascism evolved into oil on canvas and screen prints focused on fascism alone. One shining example of this is Harry Sternberg’s Fascism. In my opinion, this piece is a disturbing, yet it is a telling example of the destruction that fascism left in it’s wake.

I think that the imagery of this time period probably served to influence the public, particularly in America to support the fight against fascism. America was extremely individualistic at that time and not as ready as it is today to step into someone elses conflict. Of course we had no other choice to join the fight when the Japanese bombed Pearl Harbor, but prior to that, the government was hesitant. The public perception, based on artist imagery, may have had a resounding effect on our decision as well.

Lesson 3 (Mulit. Choice Questions)

Question 1 of 20
0.0/ 5.0 Points
Halley’s comet has an elliptical orbit with the sun at one focus. Its orbit shown below is given approximately by In the formula, r is measured in astronomical units. (One astronomical unit is the average distance from Earth to the sun, approximately 93 million miles.) Find the distance from Halley’s comet to the sun at its greatest distance from the sun. Round to the nearest hundredth of an astronomical unit and the nearest million miles.

A. 12.13 astronomical units; 1128 million miles  
B. 91.54 astronomical units; 8513 million miles  
C. 5.69 astronomical units; 529 million miles  
D. 6.06 astronomical units; 564 million miles  

Question 2 of 20
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Use the center, vertices, and asymptotes to graph the hyperbola.

(x – 1)2 – 9(y – 2)2= 9

A.  
B.  
C.  
D.  

Question 3 of 20
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Find the standard form of the equation of the ellipse and give the location of its foci.

A. + = 1
foci at (- , 0) and ( , 0)
 
B. = 1
foci at (- , 0) and ( , 0)
 
C. + = 1
foci at (- , 0) and ( , 0)
 
D. + = 1
foci at (-7, 0) and ( 7, 0)
 

Question 4 of 20
0.0/ 5.0 Points
Rewrite the equation in a rotated x’y’-system without an x’y’ term. Express the equation involving x’ and y’ in the standard form of a conic section.

31x2 + 10xy + 21y2-144 = 0

A. x‘2 = -4 y’  
B. y‘2 = -4x’  
C. + = 1  
D. + = 1  

Question 5 of 20
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Find the standard form of the equation of the ellipse satisfying the given conditions. Foci: (0, -2), (0, 2); y-intercepts: -5 and 5

A. + = 1  
B. + = 1  
C. + = 1  
D. + = 1  

Question 6 of 20
0.0/ 5.0 Points
Find the vertices and locate the foci for the hyperbola whose equation is given.

49x2 – 100y2= 4900

A. vertices: ( -10, 0), ( 10, 0)
foci: (- , 0), ( , 0)
 
B. vertices: ( -10, 0), ( 10, 0)
foci: (- , 0), ( , 0)
 
C. vertices: ( -7, 0), ( 7, 0)
foci: (- , 0), ( , 0)
 
D. vertices: (0, -10), (0, 10)
foci: (0, – ), (0, )
 

Question 7 of 20
5.0/ 5.0 Points
Write the equation in terms of a rotated x’y’-system using θ, the angle of rotation. Write the equation involving x’ and y’ in standard form. xy +16 = 0; θ = 45°

A. +  = 1  
B. y‘2 = -32x’  
C. + = 1  
D. = 1  

Question 8 of 20
0.0/ 5.0 Points
Write the appropriate rotation formulas so that in a rotated system the equation has no x’y’-term.

10x2 – 4xy + 6y2– 8x + 8y = 0

A. x = -y’; y = x’  
B. x = x’ – y’; y = x’ + y’  
C. x = (x’ – y’); y = (x’ + y’)  
D. x = x’ – y’; y = x’ + y’  

Question 9 of 20
0.0/ 5.0 Points
Find the location of the center, vertices, and foci for the hyperbola described by the equation.

= 1

A. Center: ( -4, 1); Vertices: ( -10, 1) and ( 2, 1); Foci: and
(
 
B. Center: ( -4, 1); Vertices: ( -9, 1) and ( 3, 1); Foci: ( -3 + , 2) and ( 2 + , 2)  
C. Center: ( -4, 1); Vertices: ( -10, -1) and ( 2, -1); Foci: ( -4 – , -1) and ( -4 + , -1)  
D. Center: ( 4, -1); Vertices: ( -2, -1) and ( 10, -1); Foci: and  

Question 10 of 20
0.0/ 5.0 Points
Sketch the plane curve represented by the given parametric equations. Then use interval notation to give the relation’s domain and range.

x = 2t, y = t2+ t + 3

A. Domain: (-∞, ∞); Range: -1x, ∞)

 
B. Domain: (-∞, ∞); Range: [ 2.75, ∞)

 
C. Domain: (-∞, ∞); Range: [ 3, ∞)
 
D. Domain: (-∞, ∞); Range: [ 2.75, ∞)
 

Question 11 of 20
0.0/ 5.0 Points
Use vertices and asymptotes to graph the hyperbola. Find the equations of the asymptotes.

y = ±

A. Asymptotes: y = ± x
 
B. Asymptotes: y = ± x

 
C. Asymptotes: y = ± x
 
D. Asymptotes: y = ± x
 

Question 12 of 20
0.0/ 5.0 Points
Graph the ellipse.

16(x – 1)2 + 9(y + 2)2= 144

A.  
B.  
C.  
D.  

Question 13 of 20
0.0/ 5.0 Points
Is the relation a function?

y = x2+ 12x + 31

A. Yes  
B. No  

Question 14 of 20
5.0/ 5.0 Points
Determine the direction in which the parabola opens, and the vertex.

y2= + 6x + 14

A. Opens upward; ( -3, 5)  
B. Opens upward; ( 3, 5)  
C. Opens to the right; ( 5, 3)  
D. Opens to the right; ( 5, -3)  

Question 15 of 20
0.0/ 5.0 Points
Match the equation to the graph.

x2= 7y

A.  
B.  
C.  
D.  

Question 16 of 20
0.0/ 5.0 Points
y2= -2x

A.  
B.  
C.  
D.  

Question 17 of 20
0.0/ 5.0 Points
Convert the equation to the standard form for a hyperbola by completing the square on x and y.

x2 – y2+ 6x – 4y + 4 = 0

A. (x + 3)2 + (y + 2)2 = 1  
B. = 1  
C. (x + 3)2 – (y + 2)2 = 1  
D. (y + 3)2– (x + 2)2 = 1  

Question 18 of 20
0.0/ 5.0 Points
Eliminate the parameter t. Find a rectangular equation for the plane curve defined by the parametric equations.

x = 6 cos t, y = 6 sin t; 0 ≤ t ≤ 2π

A. x2 – y2 = 6; -6 ≤ x ≤ 6  
B. x2 – y2 = 36; -6 ≤ x ≤ 6  
C. x2 + y2 = 6; -6 ≤ x ≤ 6  
D. x2 + y2 = 36; -6 ≤ x ≤ 6  

Question 19 of 20
5.0/ 5.0 Points
Convert the equation to the standard form for a parabola by completing the square on x or y as appropriate.

y2+ 2y – 2x – 3 = 0

A. (y + 1)2 = 2(x + 2)  
B. (y – 1)2 = -2(x + 2)  
C. (y + 1)2 = 2(x – 2)  
D. (y – 1)2 = 2(x + 2)  

Question 20 of 20
0.0/ 5.0 Points
Convert the equation to the standard form for a hyperbola by completing the square on x and y.

y2 – 25x2+ 4y + 50x – 46 = 0

A. – (x – 2)2 = 1  
B. – (y – 1)2 = 1  
C. (x – 1)2= 1  
D. – (x – 1)2 = 1  

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For your final essay, you should choose one of the following options.

 

  • Compare and contrast some of the poems from this week’s readings. You may compare poems from a single poet, or compare poems across poets. Have a debatable, persuasive claim and focus on specific points of comparison, using the Lesson in week 7 to guide your structure.

 

  • View the list of essayists in the Lesson for week 7. Search the internet for an essay by your selected author and read it. Compose a thesis that has a persuasive, debatable claim about the significance of the message or theme in the essay or the success/effectiveness of the essay as a whole. Summarize the essay in your intro paragraph, end the paragraph with your thesis, and be sure to include your three points of evidence in your thesis statement. Cite the essay as you would any article on the internet as you examine your points of evidence.

 

  • Compare and contrast John Grisham’s piece to any essay, long-form article on a website like The Atlantic or other news sources,  or film/documentary that explores a contemporary social issue that matters to you. Have a debatable, persuasive claim and focus on specific points of comparison, using the Lesson in week 7 to guide your structure.

 

Submission Instructions:

Your essays should be in MLA Style and approximately 1625-1950 words, not including the Work(s) Cited page. Meeting the minimum word requirement makes you eligible for a C grade. Meeting the maximum word requirements makes you eligible for an A grade. As with most academic writing, this essay should be written in third person. Please avoid both first person (I, we, our, etc.) and second person (you, your).

In the upper left-hand corner of the paper, place your name, the professor’s name, the course name, and the due date for the assignment on consecutive lines. Double space your information from your name onward, and don’t forget a title. All papers should be in Times New Roman font with 12-point type with one-inch margins all the way around your paper. All paragraph indentations should be indented five spaces (use the tab key) from the left margin. All work is to be left justified. When quoting lines in literature, please research the proper way to cite short stories, plays, or poems.

You should use the online APUS library to look for scholarly sources. Be careful that you don’t create a “cut and paste” paper of information from your various sources. Your ideas are to be new and freshly constructed. Also, take great care not to plagiarize.

proposal

[YOUR COMPANY]
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

PURCHASE OF TRAINING FOR [PROGRAM HERE]

 

Issue Date: [date goes here]

RFP Due Date: [date goes here]

Version: [Version goes here]

Issued by: [Author goes here]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

Table of Contents

 

 

1.    Introduction……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3

1.1    RFP Objective…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3

1.2    About [Your Company]………………………………………………………………………………….. 3

2.    Project Details…………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3

2.1    Project scope……………………………………………………………………………………………… 3

2.2    Number of system users……………………………………………………………………………….. 4

3.    Response Guidelines……………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

3.1    Process, Schedule and due dates……………………………………………………………………. 4

3.2    RFP Contact……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 4

3.3    Confidentiality……………………………………………………………………………………………… 5

3.4    Evaluation Criteria………………………………………………………………………………………… 5

4.    Proposal Submission……………………………………………………………………………………….. 6

4.1    Submission details……………………………………………………………………………………….. 6

4.2    Response Structure………………………………………………………………………………………. 7

4.3    Proposal Costs……………………………………………………………………………………………. 7

4.4    Presentations………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7

5.    Supplier qualification……………………………………………………………………………………….. 8

5.1    About the Supplier……………………………………………………………………………………….. 8

5.2    Industry experience………………………………………………………………………………………. 8

5.3    Proposed project team………………………………………………………………………………….. 8

5.4    Products and Services………………………………………………………………………………….. 8

5.5    Customers………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9

5.6    References…………………………………………………………………………………………………. 9

5.7    Partnering…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9

5.8    Financials…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 9

6.    Proposed Solution…………………………………………………………………………………………. 10

6.1    Product – learning management system………………………………………………………….. 10

6.2    Requirements and Supplier capability……………………………………………………………… 10

6.3    Customizations or Configuration……………………………………………………………………. 30

6.4    Varied or additional Options…………………………………………………………………………. 30

7.    Implementation……………………………………………………………………………………………… 30

7.1    Implementation Plan……………………………………………………………………………………. 30

7.2    Engagement Process………………………………………………………………………………….. 30

7.3    Training…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 30

7.4    Support services………………………………………………………………………………………… 31

8.    Pricing…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 32

8.1    Saas Model………………………………………………………………………………………………. 32

8.2    Hosted Model……………………………………………………………………………………………. 32

8.3    Deployed Model………………………………………………………………………………………… 32

8.4    Invoicing & Payment……………………………………………………………………………………. 33

9.    Supporting information…………………………………………………………………………………… 33


 

1.     Introduction

1.1      RFP Objective

 

The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to select a vendor for training and development including related e-learning services to [Your Company] as per the requirements set out in section 6.2.A.6.2.A

1.2      About [Your Company]

[Insert a brief description about your organization]

 

Company Name

[insert here]

Number of employees:

[insert here]

Industry

[insert here]

Years in operation:

[insert here]

 

2.     Project Details

 

2.1      Project scope

[Your Company] is looking to purchase training from a credible and qualified solutions provider.

 

[Your Company] is looking to fulfill the following objectives

·          [insert additional objective here]

·         [insert additional objective here]

·         [insert additional objective here]

·         [insert additional objective here]

 

 

 

 

2.2      Number of users

 

 

Session 1

Session 2

Session 3

Administrators

[insert here]

[insert here]

[insert here]

Standard/Student Users

[insert here]

[insert here]

[insert here]

 

We reserve the right to change the number of users prior to awarding the project.

3.     Response Guidelines

3.1      Process, Schedule and due dates

Item

Due date

Delivery method

Responsible party

RFP Issued

[Date]

Email

[Your Company]

Notification of intent to participate in RFP to [Your Company]

[Date]

Email/Fax

Participating Supplier

Last date for questions from potential Suppliers to [Your company]

[Date]

Email

[Your Company]

Proposal Due

[Date]

Email/Post

Participating Supplier

Notification of selection status

[Date]

Email/Phone

[Your Company]

 

3.2      RFP Contact

If you have any questions relating to this RFP, please contact [name goes here], their contact details are below:

 

Name:

[insert name]

Job-Title:

[insert job-title]

Company Name:

[Your company name or consultant company name]

Contact Number:

[insert contact number]

Fax Number:

[insert fax number]

Email address:

[insert email address]

 

Please note that the last date for submitting any questions is [date] as listed in section 3.1 of this document. We will not answer any questions submitted after this date.

 

[Your company] reserves the right to modify or withdraw the proposal prior to the submission deadline.

 

3.3      Confidentiality

This RFP, in its entirety is confidential. By accepting this RFP the Supplier accepts all the terms in this section. Any information supplied by [Your Company] to Suppliers will not be released to any third party without written permission by an authorized member of [Your company].

 

[Your Company] is under no obligation to return any information presented as part of the Suppliers response to this RFP.

 

In the event that the Supplier’s does not respond to the RFP or the response is not accepted by [Your Company], the Supplier agrees that it will delete all copies of the RFP and other materials (if any) delivered in connection with this RFP.

 

3.4      Evaluation Criteria

[Your Company] will review all responses submitted by the [due date] as defined in section 3.1 .

The evaluation will include, but is not limited to, the following:

 

1.     Supplier Qualification

2.     Supplier’s ability to demonstrate that all aspects of the RFP requirements can be met or exceeded

3.     Completeness and quality of Supplier’s RFP response

4.     Supplier services – implementation, consultancy, training and technical support

5.     Pricing

6.     Flexibility

7.     Demonstration of understanding of requirements and the scope of the project

8.     Presentations/Demonstrations (if appropriate)

9.     References (if appropriate)

10.  Any alternative approaches recommended by the Supplier (if appropriate)

 

4.     Proposal Submission

4.1      Submission details

 

The proposal is to be delivered to [Your Company] by the [date] as listed in 3.1 ‘schedules and dates section’ of this document.

 

You must provide 2 copies of the completed proposal using the details provided below – one electronic copy and one hard copy.

 

Electronic copy

1 copy

[Contact Name]

[Email address]

 

If you do not receive acknowledgement of your submission within [x] hours, please try resubmitting it or contact the RFP coordinator in section 3.2

 

Hardcopy

1 copy

[Your Company]

[Address]

FAO: [Recipient name]

 

 

Please ensure that you have answered all the sections in this RFP, we will not accept any additional information after the Supplier’s response has been submitted. Please provide detailed answers but keep them as short and concise as possible.

 

Respond to the sections directly rather than providing references to external material, this will reduce the time taken to review your proposal.

 

4.2      Response Structure

The Supplier shall respond to the RFP by completing the relevant sections in this document, signing any confidentially agreement enclosed and supplying the mandatory supporting documents as described in section 9.

 

4.3      Proposal Costs

All costs relating to the preparation and submission of the Supplier’s response to this RFP shall be the responsibility of the Supplier. [Your Company]’s acceptance of the Supplier’s response in no way obligates it to purchase any products or services offered by the Supplier.

 

 

4.4      Presentations

As part of the review process [Your Company] may ask the Supplier to formally present its response to the company. Should the presentation be required, a mutually convenient time and date will be agreed with the Supplier. Any costs associated with the presentation including travel and calling costs will be the responsibility of the participating Supplier.

 

5.     Supplier qualification

 

5.1      About the Supplier

Please supply a brief description about your company, including the number of years in operation, the number of offices and employee size. (include organizational chart if available)

 

[INSERT RESPONSE HERE]

 

5.2      Industry experience

Please describe and provide examples to demonstrate your corporate industry experience within [Your Company]’s industry and requirements.

 

[INSERT RESPONSE HERE]

 

Describe what you think differentiates your organization from other LMS or e-learning providers.

 

[INSERT RESPONSE HERE]

 

5.3      Proposed project team

Please provide information about the implementation team and departments involved in delivering the proposed solution to [Your Company]. Include and organisational chart and any supporting information they may help as part of the review process.

 

[INSERT RESPONSE HERE]

 

5.4      Products and Services

Please list and briefly describe any products and services that you provide. Also include describe your research and development process and the resources invested in enhancing existing products and services. (please do not simply copy and paste bulk marketing content into this section)

 

[INSERT RESPONSE HERE]

 

5.5      Customers

Please supply a sample list of your active corporate clients; if possible please provide a brief description of the project (i.e. requirement, number of users etc).  

 

[INSERT RESPONSE HERE]

 

5.6      References

Please supply the name of three references. If your organization is shortlisted, we will ask you for their full contact details.

 

5.7      Partnering

Provide the names of any partners or sub-contractors that are relevant to this RFP. Please provide describe their role in the response and any products and/or services the partner will supply. Copies of any partnership or sub-contractor agreements must be supplied if the Supplier is short-listed.

 

5.8      Financials

Financial viability

Please provide a brief statement about your organizations financial viability

 

Financial Statements

Please supply a link to, or attach to section 9 ‘Supporting Information’, your corporate financial statements for the last 2 years. We are looking to work with Suppliers on a long-term basis and this will help us during the review process. (it is mandatory to supply this information)

 

 

 

 

6.     Proposed Solution

6.1      Product

Product name:

[INSERT RESPONSE HERE]

Brief description:

[INSERT RESPONSE HERE]

 

 

 

6.2      Varied or additional Options      

 

Describe any proposed additions or variations to the solution presented. Detail all costs associated with additional options and variations in the pricing section of the document.

 

[INSERT YOUR RESPONSE HERE]

 

7.     Implementation

 

7.1      Implementation Plan

Provide a plan outlining likely timescales for the implementation of the requirement, explaining what indicative lead times would be required.

 

[INSERT YOUR RESPONSE HERE]

7.2      Engagement Process

Please describe your communication/engagement process. Include touch-points or miles stones within the project time line that you would typically meet with clients to discuss progress.

 

 

 

 

 

8.     Pricing

 

Please supply all costs in [currency] and [include/exclude] [tax]. All costs supplied should include quantity discounts and any available discounts where applicable.

8.1      Invoicing & Payment

Please indicate your preferred method of payment and outline how invoicing and payments are to be scheduled of the duration of the proposed system contract. Include any commercial benefits that maybe available for both parties regarding payment cycles.

 

[INSERT YOUR RESPONSE HERE]

9.     Supporting information

 

Please ensure that you have attached the following information to your response:

 

Mandatory

·         Financial statements from the last 2 years

·         Corporate Service Level Agreement (SLA)

 

Optional

·         Additional information the Supplier deems relevant to the response (we reserve the right to only refer to this information if feel it necessary to do so during the review process. Please ensure all vital information is included in the main body of your response)

 

LASA FINAL ARGUMENT PAPER

Assignment 1: LASA 2: Final Argument Paper

Using the information from the PowerPoint presentation you created in Module 3, write an Argument Paper that takes a position on the issue you selected. Be sure to include an explanation of the topic, possible viewpoints on the topic, your selected position on the topic, and appropriate evidence to support both your position and that of your possible opponents. Avoid the errors in reasoning that we have studied during the past five weeks by providing your argument in a logically defensible form.

Directions:

  1. Provide a summary introduction that succinctly identifies and explains the chosen issue, including key terms.
  2. Identify and explain one argument (pro or con) related to the chosen issue; either summarize an existing argument or construct an original one.
  3. Identify and assess the type of evidence offered in support of the argument position. This will include identifying premises and conclusions.
  4. Analyze the evidence by explaining how the evidence logically supports or fails to support the argument’s conclusion, and critically evaluate the argument for any reasoning errors, accurately align the argument with the selected topic, and describe the source of the argument.
  5. Next, identify and explain one counter argument (pro or con) related to the chosen issue and related to the first argument; either summarize an existing argument or construct an original one.
  6. Identify and assess the type of evidence offered in support of the argument position. This will include identifying premises and conclusions.
  7. Analyze the evidence by explaining how the evidence logically supports or fails to support the argument’s conclusion, and critically evaluate the argument for any reasoning errors, accurately align the argument with the selected topic, and describe the source of the argument.
  8. Critically assess which of the two arguments is superior; defend the judgment by explaining how and why. Explain the value of critical-thinking analysis in reaching this final conclusion.
  9. Apply current APA standards for editorial style, expression of ideas, and format of text, citations, and references. Professionally present the position using good grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
  10. USE POWERPOINT ATTACHED FOR FINAL ARGUMENT

Submit your Argument Paper in Microsoft Word document format to the M5: Assignment 1 Dropbox by Monday, November 10, 2014.   

In the first four units of this course, you have learned about your personal motivation to attend college; the importance of setting goals; how you learn best, and study methods that work with each learning style or learning preference. In Unit V, you wer

 A title page.   Describe your career goals (150 words). The heading for this section is Career Goals.  o With the article from the Unit V Library Search Exercise, include in this section a brief two or three sentence description about how the article relates to your career interests.  o Include a quotation from the article along with the appropriate in-text citation. o Remember to place the reference citation (for the article) in APA style on the References page. o Include a sentence listing three courses that are both related to your career goals and also from your Degree Advisement Plan.   Describe how you will utilize time-management skills effectively to achieve goals (150 words). The heading for this section is Time Management Techniques.   Describe your learning style and the study methods that you will use to be successful in college (150 words). The heading for this section is Study Methods for Academic Success.  o Include a paraphrase from your course textbook to support your learning style and study methods along with an in-text citation.  o Remember to place the reference citation (for the textbook) in APA style on the References page.   A References page.  o On a separate page, list the references for your paper.  o The heading, References, should be centered at the top of the page. o The reference citations should be formatted according to the type of source. In other words, a book is formatted one way, and an article is formatted another way.  o Include one inch margins on all sides of the page.  o List the citations in alphabetical order according to the first author’s last name.  o Apply double-spacing throughout the page.  o Each reference citation should be formatted with a hanging indentation.  
The heading for each paper section, Career Goals, Time Management Techniques, and Study Methods for Academic Success, will be a level one heading in the paper. Align each heading to the center of the page and ensure the font is in boldface.