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Healthcare Organizations with Corporate Structure
Healthcare Organizations with Corporate Structure
The 21st century has embraced a number of transformations in numerous sectors. Profits have become the main driving force in every financial institution. It has been a challenge for healthcare firms: profit or non profit in deciding on the model to use considering the fact that managing souring costs and dipping revenues has been a great concern.
A great number of hospitals have undertaken a corporate restructuring for them to make through the tough financial circumstances. One of the best examples in this context is the Kaiser Permanent. This firm uses the multi corporate structure system in running its operations of management. (Berwick, James & Coye, 2003).
The Kaiser Permanent has 3 different entities in it with every entity heading numerous subsidiaries bearing the name of the main firm. These entities are: The Kaizer Foundation Health Plan which in turn heads numerous regional subsidiaries and The Kaizer Foundation Hospitals and the Permanente Medical Groups.
Benefits of employing multi corporate structures in healthcare organizations
In management, all the separate entities are taken to be one entity for purposes of remittances of tax to the government. (Annas, 2006).
The not-for-profit arm of the firm is exempted from paying tax. Therefore the firm loses nothing in running Kaizer Foundation Hospitals which are not-for-profit.
Kaizer Foundation Hospitals holds numerous subsidiaries such as hospitals and many other affiliate hospitals that tender services. Through the subsidiaries, the not-for-profit arm of the entire firm does its for-profit functions and then directs the revenues back to the main/parent firm (Berwick, James & Coye, 2003).
Distinct entities in the firm are taken to be managed and owned separately. There is no legal obligation from the parent firm to bail out the entity under trouble.
As in most cases, subsidiaries operate in different regions of the country. This offers a great opportunity for expansion and growth of the firm.
Lastly, the large number of facilities of health in the firm gives room for specialization in the health sector. (Annas, 2006).
The use of multi corporate structures in its management and leadership, The Kaizer Permanente has witnessed dramatic growth and expansion and still it is on its growth.
References
Annas, J., (2006). “The patient’s right to safety—improving the quality of care through litigation against hospitals”. N Engl J Med; 354:2063-6.
Berwick, M, James, B. & Coye, J., (2003). “Connections between quality measurement and improvement”. Med Care; 41:I30-8.
Prose and Mixed Media The Case of “Fahrenheit 451
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DATE @ “d MMMM yyyy” 22 August 2013
Prose and Mixed Media: The Case of “Fahrenheit 451”
It has often been seen that popular novels and short stories have been cinematized primarily due to the influence of the prose piece on the minds of the creative people. But along with such issue it has also been observed that due to some reasons or other the movie version of the prose pieces are not always depicted in the same way in which the original authors of the concerned pieces would have liked. On several occasions it has been noticed that for time constraint or budget constraint or merely due to the wish of the director of the movie, from the cinematic version of the prose piece some major events or characters (present in the original text) have been omitted. So, it can be stated that it is not always the case that the cinematic version of a prose piece is going to depict each and everything that has been infused within the original prose piece. And adhering to this principle the primary endeavor in this paper will be to justify the claim by comparing and contrasting the novel “Fahrenheit 451” with its cinematic version so that it can be revealed how along with some similarities, some dissimilarities can also be observed between the two.
In 1966 the cinematic version of the novel “Fahrenheit 451” by novelist Ray Bradbury was released while the original novel was published in 1951 (“Fahrenheit 451 (1966)”). So, the primary difference between the novel and its cinematic reproduction can be observed in terms of the time period in which both of them came in front of the common public. Moreover, it must be said that the difference between the novel and its cinematic depiction can be explained through stating the fact that the screenplay of the movie although being the product of the creativity of the original writer of the novel itself, was the outcome of the collaborative effort of Bradbury, Truffaut and Jean-Louis Richard (“Full cast and crew for Fahrenheit 451 (1966)”), and as this was so, it must be stated that apart from Bradbury’s point of view some additional viewpoints of his assistants might have flowed into the screenplay contributing to the addition of several extra features in the movie which were not present in the original novel. Director Francois Truffaut might have thought differently about projecting the original novel through the cinematic version and this might have been the reason behind some differences that could be found between the original novel and its movie version.
But it will be folly on our end to think that there are lack of similarities between the novel and its cinematic version. This is not possible at all. The cinematic version of the novel is composed of several basic aspects that have been utilized by the novelist to complete the narration. For an example, in the novel, Bradbury has projected one of the central characters, Guy Montag, as a “firefighter who lives in a lonely, isolated society where books have been outlawed by a government fearing an independent-thinking public” (Rathjen). And the same projection is also to be found in the cinematic version of the novel “Fahrenheit 451”. Again, just like in the novel, in the cinematic version too, the life of Guy Montag and his wife is enshrouded with obscurities, complexities, and complications and adding to all these, their relationship is cursed with monotony and detachment. In the novel, Guy Montag has a different perspective of life and his wife possess a different one and this causes alienation of both of them from one another. Moreover, if thoroughly observed, then it can be found that just like in the novel, in the movie version of the novel too, the distance between Montag and his wife is eventually widened by the coming of the character of Clarisse, a woman who loves books just like the central protagonist of the movie (Rathjen). Furthermore, it must be noted that both in the novel and in its cinematic version Clarisse has been considered as one of the central protagonists responsible for changing the course of the entire story (Rathjen).
It is interesting that in spite of the aforesaid similarities between the novel and its cinematic version in respect of characterization, it is the same aspect which demarcates the novel and the novel’s movie version to a great extent. For an instance, the characterization of one of the central protagonists, Clarisse, is responsible for the differences between the novel and its cinematic version in a considerable way. An avid reader of the novel “Fahrenheit 451” can identify a basic difference in the characterization of Clarisse. In the novel this central protagonist is faced with death and her ill-fate in the novel is ensured by her eventual death. But this has not happened in the movie version of the novel. In the cinematic version, Clarisse escapes death by getting out of the shackles of the ruthless firefighters who were sent to destroy her house along with her cherished books. So, such a different is undoubtedly noteworthy because this difference has contributed a lot in shaping the movie to a considerable extent. And such difference has made the movie more positive in approach than the original novel version. Furthermore, difference can also be observed in the fact that unlike in the novel, in the cinematic version of the novel the character of Faber has been omitted and instead Clarisse has been attributed with some of the primary roles that Faber has played in the original novel (“Professor Faber”). Also, it must be noted, that to ensure the dystopian image of the movie and to prevent it being too much unbelievable the director, unlike the novelist, has indulged in omitting the character of the mechanical hound that plays a vital role in the original prose version of the movie (“Mechanical Hound: An eight-legged robotic “hound” with hypodermic poison fangs”).
In conclusion, although some basic similarities can be found between the novel “Fahrenheit 451” and its cinematic version, the movie version of the novel differs from Bradbury’s version to a considerable degree, and such differences can be thoroughly observed by first reading the novel and then watching its cinematic version.
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Works Cited
“Fahrenheit 451 (1966).” IMDb. N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Aug. 2013. <http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0060390/>.
“Full cast and crew for Fahrenheit 451 (1966).” IMDb. N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Aug. 2013. <http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0060390/fullcredits#writers>.
“Mechanical Hound Mechanical Hound: An eight-legged robotic “hound” with hypodermic poison fangs.” Technovelgy.com. N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Aug. 2013. <http://www.technovelgy.com/ct/content.asp?bnum=454>.
Rathjen, Brian. “Storyline.” IMDb. N.p., n.d. Web. 22 Aug. 2013. <http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0060390/>.
Network Design
Network Design
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Introduction
Separation logic provides a wider insight in Hoare’s logic perception about programs. Separation logic is based on the manner in which programs can influence the hiding of data in existence of pointers (Zhang, 2005). The separation logic offers modular reasoning during virtual separation and avoidance of semantic axioms.
Network configuration is referred to the process of organizing and maintenance of data and information about all the modules of a computer network (Apgar, 2010). In case a network requires modification, repair, backup or upgrade, system administrators refer to network management databank to choose the best course of action to counter the problem (Chellis, 2008). The databank has all the information about the network addresses and their specific locations and data about the hardware and software versions as well as the already installed updates.
Technological advancement in terms of design is critical in any organization. Developing a comprehensive design helps in reducing technological risks and reducing the cost of network management and deployment (Chellis, 2008). Persons utilizing technologies such as NIL design get the best service from the technological engineers because a special design network is developed that can sustain, troubleshoot large multiprotocol networks. Network design is critical for a number of reasons such as;
Application of design documentation offers clients a proper outline for the implementation of the network with a possibility of long term development and growth. Well-designed network designs should the capacity, proper security and accommodate future growth and efficiency (Zhang, 2005). The duration used to implement the network is limited and at the same time provide a proper background for future upgrades or even overhaul of the network (Apgar, 2010). The setup and structure of the network make it easy to maintain and operate. Logical errors and scaling issues are by a bigger margin eliminated because of enhanced network availability (Apgar, 2010).
Network service providers have a duty to offer their clients with the best service. For better service delivery, network configuration is essential. Network configuration provide a win-win scenario for both the service provider and the customers (Kenyon, 2002). When the service provider automates his IP address and the configuration system, there is improved resource utilization and a further reduction in staffing requirements. An automated IP address assignment results to fewer outages and limits human errors because the system is developed to offer high reliability and consistency.
Network configuration enhances productivity through reducing network configuration tasks through utilizing DNS zone management and IPAM (Apgar, 2010). Blocking of IP addresses uses limited time and in due process the service provider has time to optimize network performance and creation of new services and services are offered in good time (Chellis, 2008).
Network planning and design includes aspects of network synthesis, topological design, network realization as well as topological design. The setup of the scheme is to ensure client’s needs are met by the telecommunications network. The design encompasses a five layer plan that includes a business plan, IT asset sourcing, operations and maintenance, short terms planning and medium and long term network planning (Chellis, 2008). Network planning and design is made up of three major functionalities i.e. topological design, network synthesis and network realization (Chellis, 2008). Network design monitors traffic intensity and load. Traffic measurements are used to estimate the load of a network.
Designing of a network is a tiresome and time involving job and complex. The design of a network consist of three key subnets which include the end user network, server networks and hybrid networks. The VLAN is a network that is segmented and linked to the organization’s functionality, coordination of project teams and even applications despite of the geographical basis. In case of traffic overload, the VLAN allows a systematic topological overlay that switches the physical infrastructure. The system is designed in a manner technological segments separate layers of broadcast and data packets are distributed between ports contained in the same VLAN (Zhang, 2005). Through coordination of traffic that originates from a specific LAN, to other local area networks, (LANs) in the same VLAN.
VLAN is essential in terms of controlling the traffic because the virtual networks reduce wastage of the bandwidth and bridges the switched networks which packets are forwarded to the LANs (Chellis, 2008). Implementation of the system enhances scalability, enhancement of multicast and intensive protocols as well as applying the flood data packets throughout the system’s network (Kenyon, 2002). Security of data is enhanced because VLAN of isolating groups. Controlling of traffic isolates traffic by isolating collision domains and eventually bridging them together.
Conclusion
Designing, placement and configuration of data networks require technically and dedicated personnel. Proper maintained and monitoring the network is critical in ensuring that errors are limited and proper service delivery is achieved. Automated configured and designed systems are key at such age and time because of the manner in which time and cost is saved. VLAN isolates and separates traffic, thereby reducing the load LAN networks can sustain (Kenyon, 2002). The data is distributed within various LANs and an equilibrium achieved in terms of the manner the load is maintained in the LAN network. Coordination of all these factors improve the way clients make the best out of the technological companies and experts.
References
Apgar, M. J. (2010). Integration guide for IBM Tivoli Netcool/OMNIbus, IBM Tivoli Network Manager, and IBM Tivoli Netcool Configuration Manager. Poughkeepsie, N.Y: IBM, International Technical Support Organization.
Chellis, J. (2008). MCTS Windows server 2008 network infrastructure configuration study guide (exam 70-642). Indianapolis, Ind.: Wiley Pub.
Kenyon, T. (2002). High-performance data network design techniques and tools. Boston: Digital Press.
Zhang, L. (2005). Network design. New York, NY: Springer.