As the ability of Unifor and UAW to set industry benchmarks diminished along with the Detroit Three's workforces, though, Toyota began paying wages markedly below union rates in certain U.S. regions, notes Kristin Dziczek, director of the Center for Automotive Research's labour group.
This broadening in the scope of banking tests managerial skills, as well
as the abilities of line staff.
A CFO might argue that scalability
as the ability of the business to grow revenue and profit at an exponential rate while only adding resources at an incremental rate.
They expressed concern that the standoff was harming Wheaton's ability to attract «first - rate professors» as well
as the ability of graduates to enter academia themselves.
Tactic only go as far
as the ability of the players you have and their intelligence to interpret what they were told before getting on the pitch.
You should pay careful attention to this signs because it can affect their tongue resting shape as well
as their ability of breathing.
Clearly, this proposed plan is a «retrogression» as far
as the ability of minority voters to overcome white bloc - voting against minority candidates is concerned.
The ability to read memories will be only as good
as the ability of the brain to form those memories.
The techniques used in the study also open up ways of testing how quantum properties — such
as the ability of photons to be in two places at the same time — affect biology, he adds.
Interallelic complementation is defined
as the ability of two differentially mutated alleles to function better together than either can on its own.
But doctors, researchers, and public health officials have raised concerns about the proliferation of antibiotics in the food supply and in medical settings, as well
as the ability of bacteria to mutate in response to any treatment humans throw at them.
Differentiation — A process that occurs during development by which cells take on their specialized functions, such
as the ability of a red blood cell to carry oxygen or a nerve cell to send an electrical signal.
Digestive health can define
as the ability of the GI tract to digest food and excrete out after the absorption of food nutrients, water, vitamins and minerals into blood circulation for...
Strength is defined
as the ability of your musculoskeletal system to generate high amounts of force.
For me, I classify core strength
as the ability of the torso to generate force, where a good deal of the movement is occurring at the torso itself stuff like loaded sit ups, get ups, hanging pikes, kettlebell windmills etc. all fall under this category.
It is determined largely by the ability of the cardiovascular system to deliver oxygen to exercising skeletal muscle, as well
as the ability of that muscle to extract oxygen from the blood.
Muscle Strength is defined
as the ability of your muscles to lift a given weight in the shortest amount of time.
In one report it is noted that Vitamin B6 is crucial for the proper absorption of Zinc from the intestines, but it [is] also thought to have some hair loss preventing properties, such
as the ability of vitamin B6 to boost * oxygen supply to the scalp.
The time - shifting mechanic, if implemented, could be established
as an ability of the Ylla — one that is dangerous — and could be exploited by evil hands.
Most Americans, I believe, would define student success
as the ability of a student to support himself or herself in this society after completing the educational process.
Resilience has been described
as the ability of students to bounce back from adversity or a quality exhibited by those who thrive despite coming from at - risk environments (Perkins - Gough, 2013), while grit has been explained as sticking with a goal over the long term despite obstacles (Edutopia, 2014).
There are conditions under which this procedure, formally known as equipercentile test equating, might be justifiable: if the characteristics of the population taking the two tests are the same, if the overall ability of the 2012 test - takers is the same
as the ability of the 2013 test - takers, and if the 2012 and 2013 tests are measuring the same thing.
In helping two southern Oregon school districts increase their data literacy (which I define
as the ability of a district or group of people to collect and understand data and then use the data to ultimately improve student learning), I've developed some suggestions to share with districts starting down a similar path.
Copyright, as well
as the ability of authors or publishers to refuse to allow their works to be digitized, is specifically addressed in those terms.
Some reviewers have pointed out redeeming aspects of the story such
as the ability of the human spirit to survive, to create new lives after war.
For the purpose of this statement, online activity is defined
as the ability of members to access personal account information and general credit union information, to initiate transactions on your credit union accounts, and to apply for additional credit union products and services online.
A complete blood count (CBC), a serum chemistry profile and urinalysis are always performed and provide important information regarding the effects of the cancer on body functions as well
as the ability of the patient to handle chemotherapy.
Laws and policies should expand affordable pet friendly housing options as well
as the ability of the homeless and victims of domestic violence to seek refuge in shelters with their pets (or with provisions made for their pets in alternative housing facilities).
Countering, aiming, missile selection, and cycling through Samus's newly implemented Aeion abilities can be a little overwhelming from the early goings, but this learning curve is conquered in time
as the abilities of the heroine are slowly expanded upon.
«Randy Bolton was a mentor to many and built a department that underscored «the historic role of the print as having a Democratic voice, as well
as the ability of print to question the concept of originality.»
If not, might not we want to assume, for the sake of risk assessment, that this will drive faster break down in the system and faster heating of the planet
as the ability of the ocean to support life is diminished, and likely it's ability to continue to act as a carbon sink?
Not exact matches
Case in point, a recent study from Abertay University in Scotland found that a woman that's seen
as wearing too much makeup can affect people's perception
of her
ability to lead.
As any business owner knows, the
ability to successfully access capital is part and parcel
of growing their business.
As the party deepens its
ability to cultivate «unity
of thought» among citizens, «Amazing China» demonstrates the scope
of China's propaganda...
The new software gave customers a reason to rethink their music subscription
as Apple brought new features, including the
ability to listen to friends» shared playlists (a popular feature on Spotify), to Apple Music with the new version
of iOS.
Anything less than this is considered to be inadequate, which can limit your motivation, increase the release
of cortisol (a stress hormone),
as well
as decrease your body's
ability to recover from exercise — all
of which are damaging to your health and fitness routine.
Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those reflected in such forward - looking statements and that should be considered in evaluating our outlook include, but are not limited to, the following: 1) our
ability to continue to grow our business and execute our growth strategy, including the timing, execution, and profitability
of new and maturing programs; 2) our
ability to perform our obligations under our new and maturing commercial, business aircraft, and military development programs, and the related recurring production; 3) our
ability to accurately estimate and manage performance, cost, and revenue under our contracts, including our
ability to achieve certain cost reductions with respect to the B787 program; 4) margin pressures and the potential for additional forward losses on new and maturing programs; 5) our
ability to accommodate, and the cost
of accommodating, announced increases in the build rates
of certain aircraft; 6) the effect on aircraft demand and build rates
of changing customer preferences for business aircraft, including the effect
of global economic conditions on the business aircraft market and expanding conflicts or political unrest in the Middle East or Asia; 7) customer cancellations or deferrals
as a result
of global economic uncertainty or otherwise; 8) the effect
of economic conditions in the industries and markets in which we operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; 9) the success and timely execution
of key milestones such
as the receipt
of necessary regulatory approvals, including our
ability to obtain in a timely fashion any required regulatory or other third party approvals for the consummation
of our announced acquisition
of Asco, and customer adherence to their announced schedules; 10) our
ability to successfully negotiate, or re-negotiate, future pricing under our supply agreements with Boeing and our other customers; 11) our
ability to enter into profitable supply arrangements with additional customers; 12) the
ability of all parties to satisfy their performance requirements under existing supply contracts with our two major customers, Boeing and Airbus, and other customers, and the risk
of nonpayment by such customers; 13) any adverse impact on Boeing's and Airbus» production
of aircraft resulting from cancellations, deferrals, or reduced orders by their customers or from labor disputes, domestic or international hostilities, or acts
of terrorism; 14) any adverse impact on the demand for air travel or our operations from the outbreak
of diseases or epidemic or pandemic outbreaks; 15) our
ability to avoid or recover from cyber-based or other security attacks, information technology failures, or other disruptions; 16) returns on pension plan assets and the impact
of future discount rate changes on pension obligations; 17) our
ability to borrow additional funds or refinance debt, including our
ability to obtain the debt to finance the purchase price for our announced acquisition
of Asco on favorable terms or at all; 18) competition from commercial aerospace original equipment manufacturers and other aerostructures suppliers; 19) the effect
of governmental laws, such
as U.S. export control laws and U.S. and foreign anti-bribery laws such
as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and the United Kingdom Bribery Act, and environmental laws and agency regulations, both in the U.S. and abroad; 20) the effect
of changes in tax law, such
as the effect
of The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the «TCJA») that was enacted on December 22, 2017, and changes to the interpretations
of or guidance related thereto, and the Company's
ability to accurately calculate and estimate the effect
of such changes; 21) any reduction in our credit ratings; 22) our dependence on our suppliers,
as well
as the cost and availability
of raw materials and purchased components; 23) our
ability to recruit and retain a critical mass
of highly - skilled employees and our relationships with the unions representing many
of our employees; 24) spending by the U.S. and other governments on defense; 25) the possibility that our cash flows and our credit facility may not be adequate for our additional capital needs or for payment
of interest on, and principal
of, our indebtedness; 26) our exposure under our revolving credit facility to higher interest payments should interest rates increase substantially; 27) the effectiveness
of any interest rate hedging programs; 28) the effectiveness
of our internal control over financial reporting; 29) the outcome or impact
of ongoing or future litigation, claims, and regulatory actions; 30) exposure to potential product liability and warranty claims; 31) our
ability to effectively assess, manage and integrate acquisitions that we pursue, including our
ability to successfully integrate the Asco business and generate synergies and other cost savings; 32) our
ability to consummate our announced acquisition
of Asco in a timely matter while avoiding any unexpected costs, charges, expenses, adverse changes to business relationships and other business disruptions for ourselves and Asco
as a result
of the acquisition; 33) our
ability to continue selling certain receivables through our supplier financing program; 34) the risks
of doing business internationally, including fluctuations in foreign current exchange rates, impositions
of tariffs or embargoes, compliance with foreign laws, and domestic and foreign government policies; and 35) our
ability to complete the proposed accelerated stock repurchase plan, among other things.
As power is consolidating in the VC industry, with fewer firms getting a greater share
of LP funding, VC firms are beginning to realize the power that branding and marketing can have on dealflow and their
ability to raise capital.
Some
of the tactics show Intel's
ability,
as a large company, to invest a lot
of money in trying to fix a problem.
«This transaction will position us
as the premier global supplier
of fluff pulp and will enhance our
ability to generate additional free cash flow,» International Paper CEO Mark Sutton said.
KnowledgeHound has a pretty basic solution with two compelling attributes: (1) it can save its customers (and their clients) millions
of dollars,
as well
as enormous amounts
of valuable team time, while increasing productivity; and (2) it has all the makings
of a powerful platform both in terms
of its basic service offerings and its
ability to morph into a marketplace
as well.
Steven Cook, senior fellow for Middle East and Africa Studies at the Council on Foreign Relations, said higher oil prices lessen all the worries from 2015 and 2016 about the Saudi government's
ability to maintain its commitments, but the consolidation
of power in the hands
of the Crown Prince also is significant for the market and investors
as his reform program is widely regarded
as critical for Saudi Arabia's future prosperity.
In addition to acting
as personal agents across the entirety
of a company, chatbots have the
ability to offer a level
of personalization that until recently only a human could offer.
And so my
ability to be a great partner to Howard and get the best out
of Howard, and then take all
of this great vision and the ideas and the strategy we have and figure out how to land it in a way that allows it to propagate globally and elevate the brand, elevate the customer experience, and ultimately, amplify Starbucks
as a destination.
While there have been questions about Kaepernick's
ability as a quarterback or his fit with certain teams due to his specific playing style, Reid has been considered one
of the better safeties in the NFL.
Pursuing a career
as a freelancer also offers many
of the same «lifestyle benefits» that people normally associate with entrepreneurs — from the
ability to control the type
of work you do and time spent working to the potential for higher earnings and improved mental and physical health.
As the party deepens its
ability to cultivate «unity
of thought» among citizens, «Amazing China» demonstrates the scope
of China's propaganda machine, which not only crafted a stirring documentary about China's renaissance under Xi but also helped manufacture an adoring audience for it.
People who had healthier diets
as kids, they say, demonstrate higher cognitive
ability as well
as better social skills — both
of which are useful among adults in the workplace.
There are many benefits
of practicing meditation, such
as concentration, higher cognitive
abilities, and an overall sense
of well - being.
I honed a lot
of soft skills throughout my career, such
as the
ability to calm people down, communicate technical information in layman's terms, market my business, manage employees and more.