skill Lessons learned cataloging old pumps in the Catskills By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 I spotted a story in the newspaper last year that made me smile with a memory that was bittersweet. Full Article
skill An important skill for teaching tradespeople By www.pmmag.com Published On :: Fri, 03 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0400 Kids have a way of dragging us old folks back in time. My grandson, Brendan put me back on the road, 40 years ago, when I was spending most of my time teaching tradespeople about the joys of steam and hot-water heating. Full Article
skill How we lose safety judgment & skill development By www.ishn.com Published On :: Wed, 01 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0400 Since mind not on task is bound to happen if you know how to do something well, there is much more “leverage” or efficiency in getting people to put more effort than they are currently making (none) into improving their safety-related habits. Full Article
skill Why is there a shortage of skilled labor? By www.ishn.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0400 Whether in mining, construction, fabrication and assembly, equipment installation and repair, or other industries, there is a shortage of skilled tradesmen/ technicians to do essential work. Full Article
skill Telcos Lag Six Years Behind Hyperscalers in Key Tech Skills, Jeopardizing Future Growth By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Apr 2024 08:00:00 GMT Telcos are more than six years behind hyperscalers like Microsoft, Google or Meta when it comes to building strategic capabilities in the workforce for success in the future, according to the latest research by technology analyst firm STL Partners. Full Article
skill Counselor and Therapist Jacqueline Marinaro Offers Life Coaching for Individuals Needing Help with Job Hunting, Relationship Problems and Life Skills in Raleigh, Cary, Durham and Wake Forest By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Wed, 10 Apr 2013 08:00:00 GMT Former professor offers individual assistance on a personal basis. Full Article
skill Plain Talk Practice.com Trademarks "Better Conversations Create Better Outcomes" Ensuring Quality Communication Skill Training For Patient and Allied Medical Conversation By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Wed, 12 Jul 2023 08:00:00 GMT PlainTalkPractice.com provides healthcare practitioners a better way to communicate complex Asian and allied medical terminology to naïve listeners. Full Article
skill [Pangyo Tech] Minglecon introduces "gamification" to enhance thinking skills at "Pangyo Monthly Online Meet Up" in July 2022 By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Tue, 09 Aug 2022 08:00:00 GMT "Minglebot AI," introduced at the online meet-up, provides interactive games, experience activities, cartoons, and songs so that teenagers can develop problem-solving skills using mobile apps, PC programs and physical kits. Full Article
skill Enhance Your Driving Skills with Get Drivers Ed: Passenger and School Bus Endorsement Courses Now Open By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Oct 2023 08:00:00 GMT Leading Texas online driving school expands its course offerings, ensuring specialized training for those seeking passenger and school bus endorsements. Full Article
skill Marquis Who's Who Honors Vasanthan Ramakrishnan, MS, D. Hon (Honoris Causa in Humanities) for his work across High-Skilled Immigration & Advocacy By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Fri, 18 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT Vasanthan Ramakrishnan, MS, D. Hon (Honoris Causa in Humanities) is lauded for his work as a partner at Ascend and an immigration expert at topmate.io Full Article
skill Microsoft Ignite 2024 to Feature NetCom Learning's innovative AI-ready Skilling Solutions By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT NetCom Learning will showcase its AI skilling solutions at Microsoft Ignite 2024 in Chicago. The event will highlight the latest advancements in AI, cloud technology, and security, and how these innovations can drive business transformation. Full Article
skill Leading Global Workforce and Education Solutions Provider Announces Cutting-Edge Short-Term Career Pathways for Rapid Skill Enhancement By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Oct 2023 08:00:00 GMT Introducing LearnKey's Upskill Academy, enabling youths and adults to get upskilled and certified in ninety (90) days or less. Full Article
skill EC-Council to Launch Worlds first Autonomous, Big Data Cyber Engine for Skill Measurement at Hacker Halted 2020 By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Thu, 15 Oct 2020 08:00:00 GMT EC-Council, the world's leading cybersecurity credentialing body, will be launching an Autonomous, Big Data Cyber Engine for Skill Measurement innovation that is set to revolutionize cyber skill learning, practice, and assessment on October 19, 2020 Full Article
skill Skilled Artist Adrian Garcia Brings Scalp Micropigmentation (SMP) by AG to Salon and Spa Galleria North Richland Hills By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Aug 2023 08:00:00 GMT Garcia is offering a 25% discount for new clients of this innovative solution for hair restoration Full Article
skill Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation launches 'Future Skills Academy' as part of the Knowledge Project By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT Full Article
skill The 5th Annual Best In The West Skijoring Competition: Big Sky, Montana, The Best Skijoring Teams In North America Gather To Test Their Skill & Grit To See Who Will Be Crowned The Best In The West By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Jan 2023 08:00:00 GMT The Best In The West Showdown is an explosive combination of lightning fast horses and daredevil-skiing taken right to the edge. All held together by rope, guts and grit, and showcased in the town center of beautiful Big Sky, Montana. Full Article
skill Registration Open for Comprehensive Barber Skills Workshops at the Hair Everywhere Salon at North Richland Hills Salon and Spa Galleria By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT Salon Owner and Educator Lenda Christian will offer four-hour specialized training sessions on barbering skills and fade haircutting techniques October 20 and November 3, 2024. Full Article
skill Assisted Living: What You Need To Know Before You Make A Decision - Will There Be Skilled Nursing Asks Bestselling Author Frances Fuller By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Thu, 11 Jul 2024 08:00:00 GMT Best-selling author Frances Fuller offers an insider's view of assisted living and a unique outlook on aging, based on her own experience. Her insights are penetrating and deal with issues that many seniors and their families are concerned about. Full Article
skill Social Skills: Harnessing the Marketing Power of Industry Events By www.rismedia.com Published On :: Tue, 03 Sep 2024 15:39:07 +0000 Photo credit: AJ Caneria Editor’s Note: Social Skills is a bi-monthly feature in RISMedia’s Daily News focused on social media and digital marketing tips, trends and solutions for agents and brokers. As a real estate professional, attending industry events like RISMedia’s 2024 CEO & Leadership Exchange offers unlimited opportunities to expand your network and elevate… The post Social Skills: Harnessing the Marketing Power of Industry Events appeared first on RISMedia. Full Article Agents Best Practices Brokers Industry News Latest News Lead Story Marketing National News Business Development CEO & Leadership Exchange CEO Exchange Feature MLS MLSNewsFeed MLSSpotlight Networking Real Estate Business Development Real Estate Marketing REALTOR® Advice RISMedia’s 2024 CEO & Leadership Exchange Social Media Marketing Social Skills
skill Social Skills: Fall Into Seasonal Marketing By www.rismedia.com Published On :: Tue, 01 Oct 2024 19:52:43 +0000 Editor’s Note: Social Skills is a bi-monthly feature in RISMedia’s Daily News focused on social media and digital marketing tips, trends and solutions for agents and brokers. REALTORS® are no strangers to marketing—it being an essential part of growing your business. Seasonal marketing, however, is not always everyone’s cup of tea. While it might be… The post Social Skills: Fall Into Seasonal Marketing appeared first on RISMedia. Full Article Agents Best Practices Brokers Industry News Latest News Marketing National News Premier Community Events Events Fall Marketing Feature Real Estate Business Development Real Estate Marketing REALTOR® Advice Seasonal Marketing Social Media Marketing Social Skills Webinars Workshops
skill Social Skills: Adding a Spooky Twist to Your Property Showings By www.rismedia.com Published On :: Tue, 15 Oct 2024 14:42:15 +0000 Editor’s Note: Social Skills is a bi-monthly feature in RISMedia’s Daily News focused on social media and digital marketing tips, trends and solutions for agents and brokers. Halloween presents a fantastic opportunity to inject fun and creativity in your real estate marketing efforts. Whether through spooky virtual tours, in-person Halloween-themed open houses or trick-or-treat events… The post Social Skills: Adding a Spooky Twist to Your Property Showings appeared first on RISMedia. Full Article Agents Best Practices Brokers Industry News Latest News Marketing News Premier Business Development Feature Halloween Halloween Marketing Home Showing Open House property showings property tour Real Estate Business Development Real Estate Marketing REALTOR® Advice Social Media Marketing Social Skills
skill Why Companies and Skilled Workers Are Turning to On-Demand Work By hbr.org Published On :: Tue, 24 Nov 2020 12:00:11 -0500 Joseph Fuller, professor at Harvard Business School, and Allison Bailey, senior partner at Boston Consulting Group, say that the Covid-19 pandemic is only accelerating a recent trend of companies turning to digital talent platforms for highly skilled workers. The need for agility and specialized skills has more firms seeking help with projects. Meanwhile, more workers are joining these online marketplaces for the promise of greater flexibility and agency. Fuller and Bailey explain how organizations can strategically employ this on-demand workforce to unlock value. With HBS researcher Manjari Raman and BCG partner Nithya Vaduganathan, they wrote the HBR article "Rethinking the On-Demand Workforce." Full Article
skill LinkedIn’s CEO on Hiring Strategies and the Skills That Matter Most (from The New World of Work) By hbr.org Published On :: Tue, 27 Dec 2022 09:00:37 -0500 In The New World of Work video series, host and HBR Editor in Chief Adi Ignatius explores how top-tier executives see the future and how their companies are trying to set themselves up for success. Each week, he interviews a top leader live on LinkedIn, and in this special IdeaCast episode, he speaks with LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky on how his company adapted during the pandemic (and after) and how he approaches growth, talent management, and more. You can browse previous episodes of The New World of Work on the HBR YouTube channel and follow HBR on LinkedIn to stay up-to-date on future live interviews. Ignatius also shares an inside look at these conversations —and solicits questions for future discussions — in a newsletter just for HBR subscribers. If you’re a subscriber, you can sign up here. Full Article
skill IBM’s Ginni Rometty on Skill-Building and Success By hbr.org Published On :: Tue, 07 Mar 2023 09:00:25 -0500 For years, employers have used university degrees as a major requirement for hiring. But, for many jobs, success depends more on skills -- and the ability to adapt and learn -- than on piece-of-paper credentials. Ginni Rometty, former chairman and CEO of IBM, realized this early on -- first by watching her mother and other female relatives support their families and later by seeing what it took to rise to the top in her own career. At the helm of IBM from 2012 to 2020, she pushed the company to adopt skills-first recruitment and development practices, and now she's encouraging other organizations to do the same through her work at the non-profit OneTen. Rometty is coauthor of the HBR article “The New-Collar Workforce,” and the book Good Power: Leading Positive Change in Our Lives, Work, and World. Full Article
skill What the Best Leaders Know — and What Skills They Develop By hbr.org Published On :: Tue, 11 Jul 2023 08:00:53 -0500 If you had the chance to talk to hundreds of business leaders at the top of their game, what habits and patterns would you learn? Adam Bryant has done just that. He's the senior managing director of the ExCo Group and founded the “Corner Office” interview series at The New York Times. Along the way, he has identified the mindset and attributes that the world's best leaders have acquired to truly influence and change their organizations. He shares what they are and how to develop them in your own career. Bryant wrote the HBR article “The Leap to Leader” as well as the book The Leap to Leader: How Ambitious Managers Make the Jump to Leadership. Full Article
skill The AI Skills You Should Be Building Now By hbr.org Published On :: Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:30:28 -0500 Generative artificial intelligence is here to stay, and that means employees and managers need to think even more carefully about how to make the most effective use of it. Accenture's H. James Wilson, global managing director of technology research and thought leadership, and Paul R. Daugherty, chief technology and innovation officer, argue that we all need to build what they call "fusion skills." They include intelligent interrogation (using research-backed prompting techniques to deliver better results), judgment integration (ensuring there is a human in the loop when necessary), and reciprocal apprenticing (training ChatGPT, Claude, Co-pilot or proprietary tools to improve while we get better at working with them). They offer advice on how to hone all three. Together, they wrote the HBR book Human + Machine: Reimagining Work in the Age of AI, now available in a New and Expanded Edition as well as the HBR article “Embracing Gen AI At Work.” Full Article
skill Advanced Litigation Skills: Pre-Trial, Discovery and MSC - Part (1/2) By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Jan 2015 15:53:09 -0800 Advanced Litigation: Pre-Trial, Discovery and MSC - Part (1/2)… Full Article
skill Advanced Litigation Skills: MSC, Trial and Appellate Process - Part (2/2) By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Jan 2015 16:30:34 -0800 Advanced Litigation Skills: MSC, Trial and Appellate Process - Part (2/2)… Full Article
skill Hearing Rep Litigation and Case Management Skills By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Feb 2016 11:53:47 -0800 The California non-attorney Hearing Representative and Lien Representative is required to know how to prepare for and litigate a workers’ compensation case or lien claim before a WCAB Judge. This… Full Article
skill Advanced Skills for Cross Examining Psychs By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Apr 2016 08:21:41 -0700 Please join Brad Wixen, expert in cross-examination, and Mark Levine PhD, QME/AME psychologist and neuropsychologist, for this special opportunity. This training is Part 2 to the recent April 15 seminar… Full Article
skill Ottawa Lumiere Festival of Lights – Full Camera Skills Needed By niels-henriksen.blogspot.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Aug 2012 14:44:00 +0000 The Ottawa annual Lumiere Festival of Lights is not just a wonderful events for kids and spectators it's also a great chance to get some interesting and new photos for your collection. ISO 400; f6.3; 13 sec; -0.67ev; 123mm; tripod mounted; Nikon D300 This is my 3rd time attending this event and each and every time I go there is something new to see. The festival is all about light and for this event it means candle power. There are activities for kids in the leading-up week where they make wonderful colorful paper mache objects that have holders inside to take those small candles in metal cans. These candles go inside the object and are lit at dusk. This creates a wonderful glow emanating for the colorful paper mache objects. ISO 2,500 f5.6; 1 sec; 48mm Hundreds of these lit lanterns in the shape of many different forms from faces to animals line the many paths around New Edinburgh park in Ottawa. For the photographer it's visually stunning but also provides many photographic challenges in order to capture the event as the night unfolds. When you first arrive around 7:30pm, you are at the golden hour of light and normal settings gets most of these shots. You may need a bit of fill light from your flash and here an attached strobe flash is necessary to get just enough light to fill area and the ability to reduce the exposure (-ev) so as to not over power the ambient light. See image of man on stilts below. ISO 200; f5.6; 1/60 sec; 40mm; Flash -1ev With hundreds of kids moving around and depending on their activity in front of you, a long exposure shot may create interesting photo image. The children in the image below are playing a large chess game. I wanted to show motion blur to create effect of action within the photo. ISO 80; f25; 3 sec; 32mm As dusk starts to envelope a more stronger flash is necessary to freeze motion and completely fill subject as with the Tango dancer. ISO 200; f5.6; 1/60 sec; 100mm; Flash There are other areas like the lit swans in the river where flash won't work and a long exposure is needed to amplify available light to avoid the noise of higher ISOs. But when there is some wind movement then you will need the higher ISOs as in the photo below. In these photos it's all about the soft glow of candle power. ISO 2,500; f5.6; 0.3 sec; -0.3ev; 190mm; tripod mounted ISO 2,500; f5.6; 2 sec; -1ev; 28mm; tripod mounted But a near full darkness only longer exposure times and a tripod will get you those interesting photos like the girls with their glowing and twirling hula hoops. The main event at this festival is a giant maze on a baseball diamond (to reduce chance of grass fire) covered with lunch paper bags filled with a little sand for stability and then a small candle. There are hundreds of children walking around this maze but with long exposures they do not show up in the photo because of their darkness. It's only when they are carrying candles or light that they show up as a moving white line. ISO 1,000; f5.6; -1ev; 3sec; 1230mm; tripod mounted At this event I did use my new Nikon D800e and I found it worked well. I did forget to bring my small flashlight to light the buttons on the camera. Thankfully there remained mostly the same from the D300 and I could with some ease figure where to press to make changes to seetings. In summary for an event like this you need to be able to switch between: Aperture, Shutter priority and Manual mode – Flash will freeze when necessary. Low and high ISOs. Normal shutter speeds and long exposures of 2-3 seconds. Flash power adjustments for fill light strengths. Hand-held and tripod shooting. I do hope you all get a chance to try events like these or a an amusement park or fair ground. Niels Henriksen Full Article festivals Night Photography
skill 5 Ways to Make More Money with Your Design Skills By www.designer-daily.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 06:32:47 +0000 As a designer, there are endless opportunities between your creation potential and your usual clients. With the growing demand for visual expertise, the possibility of earning more and increasing income is growing. By specializing in graphic design, web development, or UX/UI, you open doors to new ways of developing your revenues. Selling design templates, coaching, […] The post 5 Ways to Make More Money with Your Design Skills appeared first on Designer Daily: graphic and web design blog. Full Article Articles Blog Business Web design
skill Important Changes to the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) Effective from 1 July 2024 By visaaustralia.com.au Published On :: Fri, 31 May 2024 17:00:06 +0000 The Australian government is making a significant update to the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT), reflecting its ongoing commitment to maintaining fair wages and conditions for skilled migrants. From 1 July 2024, the TSMIT will increase from $70,000 to $73,150. This change is part of the broader initiatives announced during the Jobs and Skills […] The post Important Changes to the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) Effective from 1 July 2024 appeared first on Australian Visa Experts. Full Article News business sponsorship Direct entry stream employer nomination scheme employer sponsored regional ENS labour market skilled migrant skilled migrants sponsorship obligation subclass 186 subclass 482 subclass 494 temporary skilled migration income threshold temporary skilled visa temporary skilled visa holders teporary skill shortage TSMIT
skill If my business sponsors an overseas worker on a Temporary Skill Shortage (482) visa, can they work for another employer? By visaaustralia.com.au Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 03:43:19 +0000 When a Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa (subclass 482) is granted by the Department of Home Affairs it come with a mandatory condition, Condition 8107. This condition governs the visa holder’s employment arrangements and ensures that they adhere to the requirements of the visa. While holding a TSS visa the individuals work rights were generally […] The post If my business sponsors an overseas worker on a Temporary Skill Shortage (482) visa, can they work for another employer? appeared first on Australian Visa Experts. Full Article News 482 visa Condition 8107 employment arrangements temporary workers TSS visa TSS visa holder visa requirements work rights worker exploitation
skill Web Designer Must-Have Skills As A Pro in 2024 – Web Design Tips By www.crazyleafdesign.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Aug 2024 19:38:53 +0000 As we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of web design, it’s crucial to stay ahead of the curve and continuously expand our skill set. As a seasoned web designer with years of experience, I’ve witnessed firsthand the rapid changes in our industry. Today, I’ll share my insights on the must-have skills for professional web designers in […] Full Article Web Design Adobe XD advanced web design tools AI in web design CMS for web design content management systems continuous learning in web design design prototyping tools design systems ethical web design Figma for web design Git for web designers HTML CSS JavaScript microinteractions in web design mobile-first design modern web design trends must have web design skills privacy and security in web design professional web designer Responsive web design SEO best practices Sketch for web design user experience design ux design version control for web designers web accessibility web design animation web design collaboration tools web design skills 2024 web designer skills 2024 website performance optimization
skill Netskills course on Database Design and SQL. By www.netskills.ac.uk Published On :: Details are now available of the Netskills course on 'Database Design and SQL' to be held on Tuesday 13th June 2006 at the University of Bath are now available. This course is an ideal warm up for the Institutional Web Management Workshop. [2006-04-27] Full Article
skill Solving HR's Midlife Crisis: Using Human Skills to Lead Change By www.littler.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Apr 2018 15:16:23 +0000 Aaron Crews is quoted regarding technology’s role in HR. HR Dive View Article Full Article
skill How ongoing worker shortages highlight an ‘urgent need’ for upskilling By www.littler.com Published On :: Tue, 17 Sep 2024 20:56:23 +0000 Shannon Meade and Michael Lotito discuss key issues that employers are facing now, according to Littler’s Workplace Policy Institute’s 2024 Labor Day Report. Human Resource Executive View (Subscription required) Full Article
skill DOD Imposes New Requirements for Employers Participating in SkillBridge Military Internship Program By www.littler.com Published On :: Mon, 23 Sep 2024 17:14:09 +0000 To support personnel transitioning from the military to the civilian workforce, the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) in 2011 instituted the SkillBridge internship program, which provides service members with valuable civilian work experience through unpaid internships during their last 180 days of service, while the military continues to pay their wages and full benefits. Full Article
skill DOD imposes new requirements for employers participating in SkillBridge military internship program By www.littler.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Oct 2024 21:29:39 +0000 Bradford J. Kelley and James A. McGehee discuss mandates for employers involved in the SkillBridge internship program, which provides military members with civilian work experience. Westlaw Today View (Subscription required) Full Article
skill University of Toronto study finds action video games bolster sensorimotor skills By media.utoronto.ca Published On :: Fri, 17 Oct 2014 13:59:30 +0000 TORONTO, ON — A study led by University of Toronto psychology researchers has found that people who play action video games such as Call of Duty or Assassin’s Creed seem to learn a new sensorimotor skill more quickly than non-gamers do. A new sensorimotor skill, such as learning to ride a bike or typing, often […] Full Article Arts Media Releases University of Toronto
skill The Covid-19 Pandemic is Forcing Companies to Build AI Skills Quickly By hbr.org Published On :: Wed, 20 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT A huge digital transformation is gaining speed, and to succeed firms must focus on their digital core. Full Article
skill Accenture CEO Julie Sweet on the Most Important Skill Job Seekers Need Today By hbr.org Published On :: Fri, 06 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT Accenture CEO Julie Sweet on the Most Important Skill Job Seekers Need Today Full Article
skill Fluent in Hiring: How Language Skills Boost Talent Acquisition Success By www.recruiter.com Published On :: Thu, 10 Oct 2024 13:58:16 EST By Andres Moreno, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Open Education In today's global market for top talent, businesses that fail to invest in attracting, retaining and developing bilingual talent are leaving money on the table. For employers, language gaps cost opportunities, erode profitability and hinder growth. It's no secret that actively recruiting bilingual candidates leads to improved business and bottom line outcomes. In fact, a ... Full Article
skill Study: U.S. Demand for Skilled Tech Workers Rises While Optimism for Finding Talent Shrinks By www.qualitymag.com Published On :: Mon, 15 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 Many companies are looking ahead for ways to reskill their current workforce and retain their top talent. Full Article
skill Money Is Good, but Skills Are Better: 5 Side Hustles That Can Make You Better at Your Day Job By www.recruiter.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Jan 2020 11:20:30 EST When you think of the value a side hustle can bring to your life, what comes to mind? If one of your first thoughts is "making extra money," you're not wrong. Starting a side gig is a great way to bring in extra income during your time away from your primary job. But you might also want to consider how the right side hustle can make you better and more ... Full Article
skill 2024 State of the Profession Survey: Skills, Satisfaction and Salary By www.qualitymag.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Jun 2024 01:00:00 -0400 Clear Seas Research conducted a study on behalf of Quality in order to look at trends in compensation, work hours, and job constraints; overall job satisfaction; and quality improvements, as well as provide a demographic profile of industry professionals. How does your work compare? Full Article
skill Nearly Two Million Manufacturing Jobs May Remain Unfilled due to Skill Gaps By www.qualitymag.com Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400 American manufacturing is making a comeback, fueled by billions in investments and new technologies. This reshoring not only boosts job quality and economic opportunity but also mitigates supply chain risks exposed during the COVID-19 pandemic. But is there a catch? Full Article
skill Canadian Blood Services research engineer applies network modelling techniques and mentorship skills to benefit Canada’s Lifeline By www.blood.ca Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 15:13:20 +0000 Canadian Blood Services research engineer applies network modelling techniques and mentorship skills to benefit Canada’s Lifeline Plasma Stem Cells Transfusion Blood Tuesday, October 22, 2024 Dr. Emily Freeman Dr. John Blake is a research engineer at Canadian Blood Services and a Professor in the Department of Industrial Engineering at Dalhousie University. Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Dr. Blake and his trainees use engineering principles and various computer-based optimization techniques to inform large scale decisions at Canadian Blood Services. Applying network modelling to biologics To some, it may be surprising to learn that there is such opportunity to integrate engineering into the health-care focused setting of Canadian Blood Services. However, as Dr. Blake explains, the same engineering principles that apply to the development and quality assurance of other products also apply to biologics such as blood, stem cells and organs. One of these classic engineering approaches currently applied to improving operations at Canadian Blood Services is network modelling. Network modelling is a computer-based method that creates a virtual representation of objects and their relation to each other. The resulting models are particularly useful for maintaining adaptability in the collection of blood donations, as well as the distribution and inventory management strategies that allow Canadian Blood Services to remain a safe and reliable provider of life-saving products. Dr. Blake making friends while walking the Camino de Santiago in Spain Contributing to efficiency and sustainability in Canada’s Lifeline For Dr. Blake’s team, modelling is not about the data acquired but rather how they can turn existing data into real life change. Part of this approach is ensuring that Canadian Blood Services is asking the right questions when it comes to allocating resources. For example, Dr. Blake has worked on models to assess how changing stem cell donor recruitment will affect the number of matches for Canadian patients. By modelling things such as recruitment approaches, Dr. Blake’s work assists Canadian Blood Services to consistently identify ways to improve Canada’s Lifeline. Recently, Dr. Blake has also been applying this method to optimize the number and location of mobile and permanent donor facilities across the nation. This redesign of the donation facility network will address the growing demand for donations by bringing Canadian Blood Services’ facilities closer to the donors. “I have waited my entire career for a problem of this type – it is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity.” Dr. John Blake, Canadian Blood Services Research Engineer Securing the future of Canada’s Lifeline To sustain a safe and effective blood system in Canada for years to come, network modelling and optimization is a never-ending process. This is one of the reasons that Dr. Blake is committed to securing the future of transfusion and transplantation systems by training and mentoring the next generation of engineers. In fact, seeing his former students join Canadian Blood Services and dedicate their talents to improving the future of Canada’s Lifeline is one of Dr. Blake’s proudest achievements. One of Dr. Blake’s former students, Matt Nelson, is now an industrial engineer at Canadian Blood Services. “In my role, I use systematic thinking to build and run complex models; collect and analyze the required data; produce useful results; and explain these results to non-technical leaders on a regular basis,” Matt says. Recently, Matt contributed to the launch and expansion of pathogen-reduced platelets, a new product that was implemented across Canadian Blood Services production sites starting in 2022. The implementation of pathogen-reduced platelets has provided an additional layer of safety for recipients by reducing the risk of potential transfusion-transmitted pathogens without compromising the quality of the component. Matt credited Dr. Blake in helping him develop the necessary skills he now dedicates to safeguarding Canada’s Lifeline: “Dr. Blake was the professor who introduced me to the uses of simulation to understand complex non-linear systems. This type of system is very common in situations that have a lot of variability – like the blood system – and simulation allows for exploration of the response of the system to changes.” Matt Nelson, Canadian Blood Services Industrial Engineer Over the years, Dr. Blake’s ongoing modelling work and mentorship activities have also led to many recognitions and awards, but he is most proud of being recognized as Professor of the Year by Dalhousie Undergraduate students, and with awards for his contributions to the Canadian Operational Research Society. He has even the earned the distinction of being Dalhousie’s first engineer to be awarded grant funding from the tri-council agency, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). “I am proud to work on projects that have a measurable impact on people’s health and well-being,” Dr. Blake says. “I am forever grateful to Dr. Dana Devine for first giving me the opportunity to serve Canadians in this role at Canadian Blood Services.” Canadian Blood Services – Driving world-class innovation Through discovery, development and applied research, Canadian Blood Services drives world-class innovation in blood transfusion, cellular therapy and transplantation—bringing clarity and insight to an increasingly complex healthcare future. Our dedicated research team and extended network of partners engage in exploratory and applied research to create new knowledge, inform and enhance best practices, contribute to the development of new services and technologies, and build capacity through training and collaboration. Find out more about our research impact. The opinions reflected in this post are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Canadian Blood Services nor do they reflect the views of Health Canada or any other funding agency. Related blog posts Revisiting cold-stored platelets: An effort to improve patient care and storage feasibility Tuesday, March 29, 2022 Marie-Soleil Smith This post was written by Marie-Soleil Smith, PhD Candidate in Dr. Hélène Côté’s Lab at the University of British Columbia, and edited by Dr. Geraldine Walsh, knowledge broker at Canadian Blood Services. It originally appeared on the Centre for Blood Research blog in March 2022. Blood Read full story, Revisiting cold-stored platelets: An effort to improve patient care and storage feasibility Meet the Researcher: Dr. John Blake Monday, January 22, 2018 Dr. Geraldine Walsh For the latest instalment of “Meet the researcher” we chatted with Dr. John Blake, Canadian Blood Services’ research engineer and also known as “the numbers guy”. Transfusion Blood Read full story, Meet the Researcher: Dr. John Blake Canadian Blood Services receives Omandt Solandt Award Wednesday, June 13, 2018 Jenny Ryan On June 5, Canadian Blood Services was honoured to accept the Canadian Operational Research Society's Omandt Solandt Award at a reception in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Michelle Rogerson, Director, Supply Chain (Atlantic), Canadian Blood Services, accepted the award on behalf of the organization. About... Transfusion Blood Read full story, Canadian Blood Services receives Omandt Solandt Award Full Article
skill Robot that watched surgery videos performs with skill of human doctor By scienceblog.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:13:05 +0000 Full Article Health Technology