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Invisibles
by David ZweigAn inspiring look at the hidden stars in every field who perform essential work without recognition In a culture where so many strive for praise and glory, what kind of person finds the greatest reward in anonymous work? Expanding from his acclaimed Atlantic article, "What Do Fact-Checkers and Anesthesiologists Have in Common?" David Zweig explores what we can all learn from a modest group he calls "Invisibles." Their careers require expertise, skill, and dedication, yet they receive little or no public credit. And that's just fine with them. Zweig met with a wide range of Invisibles to discover first hand what motivates them and how they define success and satisfaction. His fascinating subjects include: * a virtuoso cinematographer for major films. * the lead engineer on some of the world's tallest skyscrapers. * a high-end perfume maker. * an elite interpreter at the United Nations. Despite the diversity of their careers, Zweig found that all Invisibles embody the same core traits. And he shows why the rest of us might be more fulfilled if we followed their example.From the Hardcover edition.r and a source of a truly rich life.
Invisibles
by David ZweigWhat do fact-checkers, anesthesiologists, U.N. interpreters, and structural engineers have in common? When they do their jobs poorly, the consequences can be catastrophic for their organizations. But when they do their jobs perfectly . . . they're invisible. For most of us, the better we perform the more attention we receive. Yet for many "Invisibles"--skilled professionals whose role is critical to whatever enterprise they're a part of--it's the opposite: the better they do their jobs the more they disappear. In fact, often it's only when something goes wrong that they are noticed at all. Millions of these Invisibles are hidden in every industry. You may be one yourself. And despite our culture's increasing celebration of fame in our era of superstar CEOs and assorted varieties of "genius"--they're fine with remaining anonymous. David Zweig takes us into the behind-the-scenes worlds that Invisibles inhabit. He interviews top experts in unusual fields to reveal the quiet workers behind public successes. Combining in-depth profiles with insights from psychology, sociology, and business, Zweig uncovers how these hidden professionals reap deep fulfillment by relishing the challenges their work presents. Zweig bypasses diplomats and joins an elite interpreter in a closed-door meeting at the U.N., where the media and public are never allowed. He ascends China's tallest skyscraper while it's still under construction, without the architect, guided instead by the project's lead structural engineer. He even brings us on stage during a Radiohead concert, escorted not by a member of the band, but by their chief guitar technician. Along the way, Zweig reveals that Invisibles have a lot to teach the rest of society about satisfaction and achievement. What has been lost amid the noise of self-promotion today is that not everyone can, or should, or even wants to be in the spotlight. This inspiring and illuminating book shows that recognition isn't all it's cracked up to be, and invisibility can be viewed as a mark of honor and a source of a truly rich life.
Invitation to Public Administration
by O. C. McSwiteThis engaging book presents a model for personal reflection on what a career in public service means. It's designed not to convince the reader to take up a public service career, but rather to invite him or her to explore the implications for one's identity that are inherent in the public service life. Lively and anecdotal, Invitation to Public Administration directly confronts the various difficult issues involved with a public service career even as it evokes self-reflection. It is equally useful for undergraduate through Ph.D. level readers, and it is ideal supplemental reading for any foundational course in Public Administration. The book will also stimulate public service professionals seeking fresh insights for their own careers.
Invitation to the Party
by Donna Walker-Kuhne George C. WolfeAcknowledged as the nation's foremost expert on audience development involving America's growing multicultural population by the Arts and Business Council, Donna Walker-Kuhne has now written the first book describing her strategies and methods to engage diverse communities as participants for arts and culture. By offering strategic collaborations and efforts to develop and sustain nontraditional audiences, this book will directly impact the stability and future of America's cultural and artistic landscape. Donna Walker-Kuhne has spent the last 20 years developing and refining these principles with such success as both the Broadway and national touring productions of Bring in 'Da Noise, Bring in 'Da Funk, as well as transforming the audiences at one of the U.S.'s most important and visible arts institutions, New York's Public Theater. This book is a practical and inspirational guide on ways to invite, engage and partner with culturally diverse communities, and how to enfranchise those communities into the fabric of arts and culture in the United States.Donna Walker-Kuhne is the president of Walker International Communications Group. From 1993 to 2002, she served as the marketing director for the Public Theater in New York, where she originated a range of audience-development activities for children, students and adults throughout New York City. Ms. Walker-Kuhne is an Adjunct Professor in marketing the arts at Fordham University, Brooklyn College and New York University. She was formerly marketing director for Dance Theatre of Harlem. Ms. Walker-Kuhne has given numerous workshops and presentations for arts groups throughout the U.S., including the Arts and Business Council, League of American Theaters and Producers, the Department of Cultural Affairs, and the National Endowment for Arts to name a few. She has been nominated for the Ford Foundation's 2001 Leadership for a Changing World Fellowship.
Invitations to Tender for Facility Management Services: A Practical Guide For Effective Writing And Critical Analysis (Springer Tracts in Civil Engineering)
by Cinzia Talamo Nazly AttaThis book deals with Invitations to Tender (ITTs) for the provision of Facility Management (FM) services. It presents a framework to support companies in preparing clear, comprehensive and effective ITTs, focusing on such key aspects as: organizational structures, tools and procedures for managing information, allocation of information responsibilities, procedures for services monitoring and control, quality policies, and risk management. It discusses and analyzes a range of basic terms and concepts, procedures, and international standards concerning the Tendering Process, as well as the contents of ITTs, which should represent the translation of information needs into requirements related to: the client’s goals, main categories of information to deal with, expected organization of information, modalities of reporting and control, and level of knowledge to be reached. A further major focus is on potential key innovation scenarios concerning current FM practice, such as Sustainable Procurement, Building Information Modeling (BIM), Big Data and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, highlighting both the possible benefits and the possible risks and implications that could negatively affect the quality of FM service provision if not properly treated within the ITT. The book will be of interest to real estate owners, demand organizations and facility managers, enhancing their ability to prepare, interpret and/or critically analyze ITTs.
Involuntary Exit: A Woman's Guide to Thriving After Being Fired
by Robin MerleIt can take less than a minute to get fired. Less than a minute to hear the words that change your life as you&’ve known it. You&’re stunned, shocked, humiliated—because your career has defined your life and you&’ve been blindsided. You&’re a company Loyalist with a capital L, and you&’ve been sucker punched professionally. How do you even talk about this?Countless books focus on leadership and resilience, but none of them take you through what actually happens to women leaders who are suddenly let go, or who endure untenable circumstances and ultimately fire themselves. None of them take you, step by step, through the emotional process of acceptance and beginning again. And that&’s where Involuntary Exit comes in.With advice for every unexpected twist, turn, and emotional trigger, this book is based on author Robin Merle&’s experience at the top of billion-dollar organizations, as well as her interviews with accomplished women who were suddenly severed from their organizations and navigated their way back to success. The real-life examples she offers in these pages prove that you&’re not alone—and that you, too, will get through this. Whether you&’ve been fired or need to move on, Involuntary Exit will help you rediscover your value and emerge as a stronger leader on your own terms.
Involuntary Resettlement: Comparative Perspectives (World Bank Series On Evaluation And Development Ser. #Vol. 2)
by Warren van WicklinAmong development assistance agencies, the World Bank has led the way in policies to mitigate the impact of large-scale engineering projects on local populations, particularly in the building of dams. Since the 1980s the Bank has implemented guidelines for policies with respect to displacement, social infrastructure and services, environmental effects, resettlement, compensation, and the restoration of income for those affected. Having learned from the failures of past resettlement programs, the Bank has endeavored to function as a responsible and caring agency. This volume builds upon earlier studies and field work to offer a broad look at dam-building projects in six countries and to review the outcomes of Bank policy, learn from experience, and assess outside criticism. The book covers representative dam projects in India, Thailand, Togo, China, Indonesia, and Brazil. Each project was undertaken after Bank resettlement guidelines had been implemented. The widely ranging results in each country are assessed. In the areas of compensation for acquired land, relocation, infrastructure and services, the contributors note satisfactory levels of improvement or positive trends. Governments are moving towards acceptance of the idea that displaced families should be paid the real value of their lost assets. Relocation processes are now keeping pace with water movement caused by dam building, and health, education, utilities, and roads are better than before the resettlement. Other results have been less positive. The impact on incomes of those involuntarily resettled has been harsh in some locations. Resettler dissatisfaction has been intense, notably in those countries where the national economies are not experiencing strong growth. The Bank's performance itself has been uneven. There have been lapses in appraisal and monitoring during the projects and insufficient follow-through support for resettlement operations after the completion of loan and credit disbursements. In addition to its case by case analysis of countries and projects, the book includes detailed lessons and recommendations to strengthen resettlement policy and practice. Involuntary Resettlement will be of interest to economists, sociologists, and professionals working in regional development policy. Robert Picciotto is director general of Operations Evaluation at the World Bank. Warren van Wicklin is task manager and evaluator at the Operations Evaluation department of the World Bank.
Involuntary Unemployment: The Elusive Quest For A Theory (Routledge Frontiers Of Political Economy Ser. #Vol. 33)
by Michel de VroeyThe Great Depression of the 1930s with its dramatic unemployment rates was one of the most striking economic events of the past century. It shook economists' beliefs in the existence of self-adjusting forces and prompted Keynes to write his masterwork, The General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money. Involuntary unemployment was the central co
The Involvement of State Governments in US Foreign Relations
by Samuel Lucas McmillanOffering conclusions for improving intergovernmental relations, determining international economic development strategies, and showing how many subnational governments are involved in world politics, this book examines how US states and governors connect to American foreign relations, tracing activities that began in the 1950s and have expanded with globalization. Chapters explain governors' foreign relations activities in political, economic, and defense contexts and how US states compete in the global economy. The book analyzes US states' ability to attract foreign investment and promote exports, making use of statistical analysis and personal interviews with state officials in the United States and posted abroad.
Involving Patients and the Public: How to do it Better
by Ruth Chambers Elizabeth Boath Chris DrinkwaterPatient and public involvement in health and social care has become a key element of government policy, and the need to listen and act on the views of patients and the public is an increasingly integral part of the planning and delivery of healthcare. This new edition has been completely revised and updated, providing practical information on the new responsibilities under clinical governance and Health Improvement Programmes, including useful website links and contact details. It offers clear and straightforward practical advice and provides an introduction to the new structures and processes being set up to enable patients and the public to be more influential in designing and delivering healthcare services. This book is essential reading for all healthcare professionals including doctors, nurses and therapists, and those with management responsibilities, as well as policy shapers and patient organisations.
Involving People in Healthcare Policy and Practice
by Susie GreenThis book explores the link between the ‘corridors of power’ where healthcare policy is made and the hospital, health center or clinic where it is carried out. It encourages and empowers readers to make changes in the public’s involvement at a local level and explains how this impacts positively on organizational culture. A user-friendly book written in a light and easy-to-read style, it combines theoretical arguments with tried and tested practical applications and features contributions from a wide range of experienced professionals. This is essential reading for every member of the healthcare team. It will be of particular interest to patient and public involvement leads as well as patient advice and liaison service workers, healthcare policy makers and shapers, students and patient groups.
Inxight: Incubating a Xerox Technology Spinout
by Christina Darwall Henry W. ChesbroughXerox has established a new spinoff that utilizes software technology developed at its PARC research facility. This spinoff, Inxight Software, is formulating its plans to commercialize PARC's technology via an OEM component business model.
IoC - Internet of Construction: Informationsnetzwerke zur unternehmensübergreifenden Kollaboration in den Fertigungsketten des Bauwesens
by Sigrid Brell-Cokcan Robert H. SchmittDas Buch Internet of Construction behandelt die digitale Vernetzung der Wertschöpfungsketten im Bauwesen. Seit mehreren Jahren nehmen die Entwicklungen digitaler Planungs- und Ausführungswerkzeuge zu. Ein einheitlicher Nutzen der Daten wird dabei durch eine Vielzahl an Baubeteiligten und digitalen Plattformen erschwert. Dieses Buch adressiert diese Problemstellung und behandelt Strategien zur Vernetzung der digitale Bauausführung und umfasst Produktionsabläufe von der Vorfertigung über die Intralogistik bis hin zur Montage auf der Baustelle. In diesem Kontext werden die wissenschaftlichen Ergebnisse des vom BMBF geförderten Projekts IoC-Interent of Construction zusammengetragen und wissenschaftlich aufbereitet. Darüber hinaus werden baupraktische, informationstechnische und wirtschaftliche Aspekte beleuchtet und Entwicklungen und Handlungsempfehlungen für Planungsbüros, Generalunternehmer und Vorfertiger vermittelt.
iOpenEye: Theater and #MeToo in Nigeria
by Caroline Elkins Tarun Khanna Joyce J. KimIn 2014, Ifeoma Fafunwa, an award-winning playwright and director, founded iOpenEye, a commercial production company dedicated to driving social change through performance art. iOpenEye's flagship theatrical production was called "Hear Word! Naija Woman Talk True," which shared narratives of Nigerian women's struggles. By 2019, "Hear Word!" had debuted internationally, playing sold-out shows at distinguished venues like the American Repertory Theater and at the renowned Edinburgh International Festival. By spring 2020, COVID hit and venues closed, offering Fafunwa new possibilities, such as streaming content and reconsideration of production scale. What steps would it take to have iOpenEye and "Hear Word!" be successful five years down the line? Fafunwa contemplated her next move knowing that whatever it was, it had to be an iOpenEye 2.0 business model.
Iora Health
by Vineeta Vijayaraghavan William A. SahlmanThe Iora Health case looks at a new approach to the management and delivery of primary care. Instead of having a doctor, half a nurse and two accountants, Iora deploys a doctor, a nurse and several health coaches, all operating as an integrated team. Iora focuses on measuring and improving health. They are paid to manage a population rather than on a fee for service basis. They spend twice as much on primary care and hope to save over 20% on total care by improving health and obviating the need for acute interventions. The action question in the cases revolves around a proposed financing for the company at a time when several locations are up and running but the model has not been fully validated.
IoT – Best Practices: Internet der Dinge, Geschäftsmodellinnovationen, IoT-Plattformen, IoT in Fertigung und Logistik (Edition HMD)
by Stefan Meinhardt Felix WortmannDas Internet der Dinge (Internet of Things – IoT) ist längst Realität. Mehr oder weniger intelligente Dinge messen, analysieren und kommunizieren weltweit, verbunden über das Internet, mit anderen Dingen. Sei es die Optimierung eines bestehenden Prozesses, die Erweiterung eines solchen, ein smartes Produkt oder gleich der Aufbau eines völlig neuen Geschäftsmodells – IoT-Konzepte bilden oft die Grundlage dafür. Das grundsätzliche Potential (Warum?) des Internets der Dinge ist vielfach bewiesen. Das „Wie?“ und das „Wofür?“ sind die Fragen, die es zu beantworten gilt. Welche Prozesse bieten das meiste Potential für eine Vernetzung? An welchen Stellen steht der Aufwand nicht im Verhältnis zum Mehrwert? Welche Technologien stehen zur Verfügung und passen zum entsprechenden Szenario? Wie müssen Geschäftspartner in einem Ecosystem eingebunden werden und welche sicherheitsrelevanten oder auch rechtlichen Probleme gilt es zu lösen?Die Autoren aus Wissenschaft und Praxis des vorliegenden Werkes greifen in ihren Beiträgen genau diese Fragestellungen auf und bieten konzeptionelle, prototypische bzw. praxisnahe Antworten und Lösungswege an.
IoT and AI Technologies for Sustainable Living: A Practical Handbook
by Abid HussainThis book brings together all the latest methodologies, tools and techniques related to the Internet of Things and Artificial Intelligence in a single volume to build insight into their use in sustainable living. The areas of application include agriculture, smart farming, healthcare, bioinformatics, self-diagnosis systems, body sensor networks, multimedia mining, and multimedia in forensics and security. This book provides a comprehensive discussion of modeling and implementation in water resource optimization, recognizing pest patterns, traffic scheduling, web mining, cyber security and cyber forensics. It will help develop an understanding of the need for AI and IoT to have a sustainable era of human living. The tools covered include genetic algorithms, cloud computing, water resource management, web mining, machine learning, block chaining, learning algorithms, sentimental analysis and Natural Language Processing (NLP). IoT and AI Technologies for Sustainable Living: A Practical Handbook will be a valuable source of knowledge for researchers, engineers, practitioners, and graduate and doctoral students working in the field of cloud computing. It will also be useful for faculty members of graduate schools and universities.
IoT-Enabled Energy Efficiency Assessment of Renewable Energy Systems and Micro-grids in Smart Cities: Harnessing the Power of IoT to Create Sustainable and Efficient Urban Environments Volume 1 (Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems #984)
by Mustapha HattiThis book embarks on a transformative exploration of sustainable urban development, integrating Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in energy efficiency assessments of renewable energy systems and microgrids within smart cities. This work transcends conventional approaches, seamlessly blending theoretical insights with practical applications, and prioritizing real-time, IoT-enabled assessments for optimal energy utilization. Evolving the understanding of renewable energy systems and microgrids, the book distinguishes itself through its hands-on application of IoT technologies. It not only delves into theoretical aspects but also equips readers with actionable insights, guiding the implementation of IoT for informed decision-making in the dynamic landscape of smart city environments. From IoT sensor deployment strategies to data analytics techniques and practical considerations, the book's expansive scope offers a comprehensive roadmap for creating resilient and efficient energy ecosystems. Tailored for professionals, researchers, and policymakers in energy management, urban planning, and IoT technology, this resource speaks to a diverse audience. Whether the reader is an engineer aiming to optimize microgrid performance or a policymaker driving urban sustainability, the book provides indispensable insights. It serves as a compass, informing city planners on energy-efficient infrastructure, guiding researchers in developing impactful IoT applications, and assisting policymakers in formulating forward-thinking, eco-friendly regulations. In a world embracing smart technologies, this book emerges as an essential guide, steering stakeholders toward a future where the seamless integration of energy efficiency and IoT defines the landscape of truly smart and sustainable cities.
IoT-Software-Plattformen: Methode zur Bewertung und Auswahl der am besten geeigneten Plattform
by Sebastian LempertMit der zunehmenden Verbreitung und Bedeutung des Internet der Dinge (engl.: Internet of Things, IoT) nimmt auch die Bedeutung von IoT-Software-Plattformen als zentraler Bestandteil von IoT-Systemen zu. Derzeit konkurrieren in einem wachsenden Markt über 450 Anbieter derartiger Plattformen miteinander. Da IoT-Software-Plattformen komplexe Lösungen darstellen, welche sich sowohl in funktionaler als auch in nicht-funktionaler Hinsicht deutlich voneinander unterscheiden, führt diese Vielfalt zu einem intransparenten Markt. Trotz dieser Vielfalt existiert keine IoT-Software-Plattform, die für beliebige IoT-Anwendungsszenarien gleichermaßen geeignet ist.Vor diesem Hintergrund wird in diesem Buch eine Methode vorgestellt, welche Unternehmen bei der schwierigen Aufgabe unterstützt, die für den eigenen unternehmensspezifischen IoT-Anwendungsfall am besten geeignete IoT-Software-Plattform aus einer Vielzahl von Kandidaten auszuwählen. Dabei fließen in die Bewertung neben der Funktionalität und der Standardunterstützung einer IoT-Software-Plattform auch weitere, nicht-funktionale Eigenschaften (Kosten, Geschäftsmodell, Software-Lizenz, verfügbare Support-Dienstleistungen, Anbieter etc.) ein.
IoT Supply Chain Security Risk Analysis and Mitigation: Modeling, Computations, and Software Tools (SpringerBriefs in Computer Science)
by Timothy Kieras Junaid Farooq Quanyan ZhuThis SpringerBrief introduces methodologies and tools for quantitative understanding and assessment of supply chain risk to critical infrastructure systems. It unites system reliability analysis, optimization theory, detection theory and mechanism design theory to study vendor involvement in overall system security. It also provides decision support for risk mitigation.This SpringerBrief introduces I-SCRAM, a software tool to assess the risk. It enables critical infrastructure operators to make risk-informed decisions relating to the supply chain, while deploying their IT/OT and IoT systems.The authors present examples and case studies on supply chain risk assessment/mitigation of modern connected infrastructure systems such as autonomous vehicles, industrial control systems, autonomous truck platooning and more. It also discusses how vendors of different system components are involved in the overall security posture of the system and how the risk can be mitigated through vendor selection and diversification. The specific topics in this book include: Risk modeling and analysis of IoT supply chains Methodologies for risk mitigation, policy management, accountability, and cyber insurance Tutorial on a software tool for supply chain risk management of IoT These topics are supported by up-to-date summaries of the authors’ recent research findings. The authors introduce a taxonomy of supply chain security and discusses the future challenges and directions in securing the supply chains of IoT systems. It also focuses on the need for joint policy and technical solutions to counter the emerging risks, where technology should inform policy and policy should regulate technology development.This SpringerBrief has self-contained chapters, facilitating the readers to peruse individual topics of interest. It provides a broad understanding of the emerging field of cyber supply chain security in the context of IoT systems to academics, industry professionals and government officials.
IoT System Testing: An IoT Journey from Devices to Analytics and the Edge
by Jon Duncan HagarTo succeed, teams must assure the quality of IoT systems. The world of technology continually moves from one hot area to another; this book considers the next explosion—of IoT—from a quality testing viewpoint. You'll first gain an introduction to the Internet of Things (IoT), V&V, and testing. Next, you'll be walked through IoT test planning and strategy over the full life cycle, including the impact of data analytics and AI. You will then delve deeper into IoT security testing and various test techniques, patterns, and more. This is followed by a detailed study of IoT software test labs, architecture, environments and AI. There are many options for testing IoT qualities based on the criticality of the software and risks involved; each option has positives, negatives, as well as cost and schedule impacts. The book will guide start-up and experienced teams into these paths and help you to improve the testing and quality assessment of IoT systems. What You Will LearnUnderstand IoT software test architecture and planningMaster IoT security testing and test techniquesStudy IoT test lab automation and architecturesReview the need for IoT security, data analytics, AI, Neural Networks and dependability using testing and V&V Who This Book Is ForReaders with basic knowledge of software development who want to learn more about IoT testing and its intricacies, as well as companies moving into the domain of IoT, and even those already deep into the IoT domain will benefit from this book.
IP-Enabled Business Models
by Henry ChesbroughThis chapter profiles a number of firms that have built open business models around secondary markets and are driving these emerging markets. While there are many differences between the examined firms, what connects them is the ability to create, own, market, and sell IP to other firms.
IP-Management à la Norm: Erläuterungen zur neuen DIN 77006 (essentials)
by Axel MittelstaedtDas essential führt in die Aufgabenstellung eines qualitätsvollen Managements des geistigen Eigentums (engl. Intellectual Property = IP) ein und gibt Anregungen für die Nutzung der Norm. IP ist ein wesentlicher Bestandteil des Unternehmensvermögens. Sein Wert nimmt nicht nur in der Wahrnehmung Interessierter zu. Er übersteigt häufig den des Sach- und Finanzvermögens. Das Bedürfnis nach einem qualitätsvollen Management von IP (IPM) nimmt seit der Jahrhundertwende deutlich zu. Das war Grund für das Deutsche Institut für Normung (DIN), die DIN-Norm 77006 über Anforderungen an Qualität im IPM zu schaffen. Diese Norm ist kürzlich veröffentlicht worden. Sie ist sowohl Aufstellung der Anforderungen an ein qualitätsvolles IPM als auch Leitfaden für Aufbau und Handhabung eines solchen IPM.
iPad Apps In One Hour for Lawyers
by Tom MighellFinding the best apps often can be an overwhelming, confusing, and frustrating process. iPad Apps in One Hour for Lawyers provides the "best of the best" apps that are essential for any law practice. In just one hour, you will learn about the apps most worthy of your time and attention. This book will describe how to buy, install, and update iPad apps
iPad in One Hour for Litigators
by Tom MighellWhether you are a new or a more advanced iPad user, iPad in One Hour for Lawyers takes a great deal of the mystery and confusion out of using your iPad. Ideal for lawyers who want to get up to speed swiftly, this book presents the essentials so you don't get bogged down in technical jargon and extraneous features and apps.