What items might Susan present to the GM regarding the value of a green program in addition to the potential for business such as CERES?

Susan Sayles, Director of Marketing for the Excelsior Hotel and Conference Centre, was not happy. She had just heard that one of her competitors, Natural Lodging, had booked some business that she had hopes of getting. The annual conference of CERES was going to Natural Lodging rather than the Excelsior. Not only were the CERES […]

Describe what is meant by risk. How can it be measured? What aspect of risk would be of particular interest to a systems engineering manager? Provide examples.

Description a) You are hired as a systems engineer for a manufacturing corporation. The manufacturer produces aluminum wheels for major car manufactures, such as Toyota, Mercedes, GM, Ford, Honda, etc… The customer has requested a quote for 500,000 wheels to be delivered by the end of the year. However, before the customer will give your […]

Discuss what you consider to be the most significant ethical issues raised by the potential production in Europe of genetically modified (GM) fish for human food consumption.

Description With reference to aquaculture producers and consumers, discuss what you consider to be the most significant ethical issues raised by the potential production in Europe of genetically modified (GM) fish for human food consumption. Where this subject focuses on the ethics of the matter.

Discuss your concerns as the GM that would apply to the kitchen operation such as workflow, layout, storage, etc.

The food service facilities’ design and layout have a great impact upon its productivity for employees and the overall ambiance. This directly affects the customer’s perception of their dining experience. If there is poor design, inadequate lighting, or loud music your customers will be uncomfortable, receive slow service, leave and never return. They will also […]