This paper explains a strategic supply chain planning problem formulated as a two-stage Stochastic Integer Programming SIP model. The strategic decisions include site locations, choices of production, packing and distribution lines, and the capacity increment or decrement policies. The SIP model provides a practical representation of real world discrete resource...
The non-integrated nature of Local Government Authority LGA Information Systems IS is strongly associated with the inconsistency and duplication of data, reduction in data integrity and quality, and high operational and maintenance cost. The reason is that legacy IS within the LGAs are usually tailored to support particular business processes...
Managing a large software project involves initial estimates that may turn out to be erroneous or that might be expressed with some degree of uncertainty. Furthermore, as the project progresses, it often becomes necessary to rework some of the work packages that make up the overall project. Other work packages...
According to "Bahrain Tribune", an agreement was signed between Ahlia University of Bahrain and Brunel University of London to permit students from Bahrain to complete their degrees at one of England's leading research universities. The ag According to "Bahrain Tribune", an agreement was signed ...
This white paper aims to analyze the components of Corporate Governance prior to and after the well known Sarbanes-Oxley Act SOXA. The enforcement of this legislation has been a highly debated issue and numerous controversial opinions and interpretations have been expressed on the subject. The purpose of this paper is...
This paper draws from an international research study on the strategic positioning of companies in the Software and Computing Services Industry SCSI. It considers how outsourcing companies are extending their product and service offerings in vertical markets, and also considers a new outsourcing model in the form of Application Service...
It is apparent that developing dynamic models of business processes prior to their change could increase the success of Business Renovation BR projects. Simulation has an important role in modelling and analysing the activities in introducing BR since it enables quantitative estimations of influence of the redesigned process on system...
This paper seeks to probe the implications of ageing itself, of a "no-reform" scenario and of the growth of pension funds following a successful reform, for financial stability and for monetary policy. It draws on existing work on macroeconomic, fiscal and financial implications, but seeks to illustrate how they could...
LONDON, September 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading entrepreneur, philanthropist and TV personality, Sir Alan Sugar, will be the star of a "Question Time" style evening, at Brunel University, in West London, next week [Wed, Oct 5]. LONDON, September 29 /PRNewswire/ --...
The nature of banking means that solvent banks may at times be subject to panic runs and consequent illiquidity. The paper deals with the nature of the problem, outline features of lender of last resort in normal times and crises, and give examples from history. The paper defines liquidity risk...
The level of the IPO Initial public offerings spread taken by the underwriter is a controversial issue. Some claim that the level is too high and attributes it to collusion between investment banks while others contend to the contrary. The paper examines the spread in the framework of conflicts of...
Smart clothing represents the future of both the textile/clothing industry and electronic industry. As the convergence between these two industries brings large opportunities and challenges, it draws great attention and investment from many organisations in different fields, e.g. academic institutes, governmental organisations, private companies and laboratories. Currently, none of smart...
This paper presents the findings of an ongoing research study into offshore information technology and systems outsourcing. Fieldwork was conducted in India and the United Kingdom to identify different strategies and scenarios. Based on the premise that offshore outsourcing poses greater risks than using suppliers from the home country, the...
This paper explores the ethics of business-to-business electronic commerce, with a focus on the banking sector. A case study of online foreign exchange developments at an investment bank is used to help illustrate some key moral issues. Important areas identified for further research include freedom of choice, trust, and transparency...
This white paper report provides an overview of the operational parameters of Wireless Local Area Networks WLANs in hospital and clinical ward environments and presents the concept of MedLAN system, dedicated to these environments. The paper then deals with the issues of security, range and interference with an emphasis on...
A new sensory fabric, developed by the Design for Life Centre at the UK's Brunel University, could have several potential uses in the healthcare industry. Called Detect, the single-layer woven fabric incorporates electronically conductive fibres and A new sensory fabric, developed by the Design for...
Overheard: a disgruntled teacher commenting on the decision of the Training and Development Agency to set up a stall at Canary Wharf to entice redundant Lehman bankers into teaching: "We don't want these spivs in the classroom or anywhere near our kids. How can they teach our children moral values?"...
After exhaustive research a team at Brunel University has come up with the staggering news that men are most attracted to women with slim legs and big busts: a bit like Kelly Brook, then. Men, eh. They're full of surprises...
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