The response of wood-frame roofs strengthened with FRP sheathing panels is discussed in this paper. A finite element model is developed using commercial software. The model uses standard elements to represent sheathing and framing and a "user" element to represent nailed connections between sheathing and framing. Comparison of the finite...
Projects involve a large number of multi-disciplinary teams working towards the achievement of certain pre-defined project objectives. Organizational Structure OS is the framework that defines reporting relationships between different positions within the organization. The OS that facilitate project management include functional structure, project structure, and matrix structure. The paper examines...
Organizational change refers to any alteration brought about in the working of organizational systems or process. Any such alteration must be fine-tuned with the existing systems of the organization. This is known as change management. Transition is the process of realigning the organization with the change. The paper examines issues...
Your computer can be a great tool for researching family history - - if you know how to use it. The 11th annual Conference on Computerized Family History and Genealogy will take place Thursday through March 15 at Brigham Young University in Provo. The conference is designed...
NOW THAT SOME COMPANIES HAVE BEEN USING THE BALANCED SCORECARD for a few years, experts believe it's time to take a closer look at the scorecard's effectiveness. Prof. Kip Krumwiede, CMA, CPA, from Brigham Young University's BYU Marriott School of Management, will release...
