Disclaimer: As long as the next paradigm shift is caused
by changes in technology and not interrupted by a nuclear war between Kim Jung Un III and President Macaulay Culkin, I don't see values going down any time soon.
Has she been affected
by changes in technology?
One definite example is what I mentioned earlier with the updates to Arms - we're in an era where those constant updates, that post-launch support, is very important, and that's something that's been brought about
by changes in technology.
Today, literacy instruction is being defined
by changes in technologies that require students to read and write multimodal texts (Cope & Kalantiz, 2009; Leu, Kinzer, Coiro, & Cammack, 2004).
Not exact matches
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.
But for several years, companies
in southern Louisiana, where his business is located, have suffered along with the oil industry, which is affected
by changes in global oil supplies and
technologies like fracking.
In the exploding world of mobile
technology, not a day goes
by without another development that could
change everything you currently know on the topic.
But a team of researchers affiliated with the National Institute of Standards and
Technology (NIST) in the U.S. is working to change disease diagnosis capabilities by developing a piece of technology that patients blow into, so a sensor can analyze the biomarkers in their breath — a breathalyzer that screens fo
Technology (NIST)
in the U.S. is working to
change disease diagnosis capabilities
by developing a piece of
technology that patients blow into, so a sensor can analyze the biomarkers in their breath — a breathalyzer that screens fo
technology that patients blow into, so a sensor can analyze the biomarkers
in their breath — a breathalyzer that screens for illness.
A $ 50 million «School of the Future» backed
by Microsoft Corp. opens this September
in Philadelphia, and it may redesign ideas about education as thoroughly as
technology has
changed the workplace.
These are called disruptive
technologies or the next big thing,
in the sense that existing markets or economies of scale are disrupted
by the scope of
change.
3esi,
by contrast, sells both licenses for its software and consulting services, so its clients can understand how to use the
technology to spur
changes in internal accounting, sourcing and capital asset management.
Ed - tech sector is booming
By Erica Alini, MacLean's October 29, 2012 Canadian education startups grew by 65 % in five years as the technology of learning changes our schools and universitie
By Erica Alini, MacLean's October 29, 2012 Canadian education startups grew
by 65 % in five years as the technology of learning changes our schools and universitie
by 65 %
in five years as the
technology of learning
changes our schools and universities.
Canadian education startups grew
by 65 %
in five years as the
technology of learning
changes our schools and universities.
«The project is about
changing the world for people who are not well - served
by transportation today,» Sergey Brin, Google's co-founder, said Tuesday at the Code Conference
in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, according to an article
by Re / code, the
technology news site that hosted the event.
Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, without limitation: (1) the effect of economic conditions
in the industries and markets
in which United
Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate
in the U.S. and globally and any
changes therein, including financial market conditions, fluctuations
in commodity prices, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, levels of end market demand
in construction and
in both the commercial and defense segments of the aerospace industry, levels of air travel, financial condition of commercial airlines, the impact of weather conditions and natural disasters and the financial condition of our customers and suppliers; (2) challenges
in the development, production, delivery, support, performance and realization of the anticipated benefits of advanced
technologies and new products and services; (3) the scope, nature, impact or timing of acquisition and divestiture or restructuring activity, including the pending acquisition of Rockwell Collins, including among other things integration of acquired businesses into United
Technologies» existing businesses and realization of synergies and opportunities for growth and innovation; (4) future timing and levels of indebtedness, including indebtedness expected to be incurred
by United
Technologies in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition, and capital spending and research and development spending, including
in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition; (5) future availability of credit and factors that may affect such availability, including credit market conditions and our capital structure; (6) the timing and scope of future repurchases of United
Technologies» common stock, which may be suspended at any time due to various factors, including market conditions and the level of other investing activities and uses of cash, including
in connection with the proposed acquisition of Rockwell; (7) delays and disruption
in delivery of materials and services from suppliers; (8) company and customer - directed cost reduction efforts and restructuring costs and savings and other consequences thereof; (9) new business and investment opportunities; (10) our ability to realize the intended benefits of organizational
changes; (11) the anticipated benefits of diversification and balance of operations across product lines, regions and industries; (12) the outcome of legal proceedings, investigations and other contingencies; (13) pension plan assumptions and future contributions; (14) the impact of the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements and labor disputes; (15) the effect of
changes in political conditions
in the U.S. and other countries
in which United
Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate, including the effect of
changes in U.S. trade policies or the U.K.'s pending withdrawal from the EU, on general market conditions, global trade policies and currency exchange rates
in the near term and beyond; (16) the effect of
changes in tax (including U.S. tax reform enacted on December 22, 2017, which is commonly referred to as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017), environmental, regulatory (including among other things import / export) and other laws and regulations
in the U.S. and other countries
in which United
Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate; (17) the ability of United
Technologies and Rockwell Collins to receive the required regulatory approvals (and the risk that such approvals may result
in the imposition of conditions that could adversely affect the combined company or the expected benefits of the merger) and to satisfy the other conditions to the closing of the pending acquisition on a timely basis or at all; (18) the occurrence of events that may give rise to a right of one or both of United
Technologies or Rockwell Collins to terminate the merger agreement, including
in circumstances that might require Rockwell Collins to pay a termination fee of $ 695 million to United
Technologies or $ 50 million of expense reimbursement; (19) negative effects of the announcement or the completion of the merger on the market price of United
Technologies» and / or Rockwell Collins» common stock and / or on their respective financial performance; (20) risks related to Rockwell Collins and United
Technologies being restricted
in their operation of their businesses while the merger agreement is
in effect; (21) risks relating to the value of the United
Technologies» shares to be issued
in connection with the pending Rockwell acquisition, significant merger costs and / or unknown liabilities; (22) risks associated with third party contracts containing consent and / or other provisions that may be triggered
by the Rockwell merger agreement; (23) risks associated with merger - related litigation or appraisal proceedings; and (24) the ability of United
Technologies and Rockwell Collins, or the combined company, to retain and hire key personnel.
The
changes, which will be rolled out to all users
in the next few weeks, include modifications designed to speed up Twitter's response
by better streamlining and prioritizing reports of abusive content,
technology news website The Verge reported.
EMC is no doubt hoping that Glass Lewis's endorsement of the deal will be enough to persuade undecided EMC shareholders who are skeptical that a newly combined company would be able to better compete
in a fast -
changing technology landscape than either Dell or EMC
by themselves.
Dominion plans to increase solar generation
by nearly 50 percent over last year's forecast, a
change made possible
in part because of the
technology's increasing affordability, company executives said
in an Associated Press interview.
If you are facing a carbon tax, you can reduce your tax bill
by reducing emissions either through
changes in actions or
changes in technology.
«Our processes are
changing, along with our investments
in technology that may impact the number of people required to perform various tasks,» Goldberg said
in the memo, as reported
by the media outlet.
Among the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially are the following: (1) worldwide economic, political, and capital markets conditions and other factors beyond the Company's control, including natural and other disasters or climate
change affecting the operations of the Company or its customers and suppliers; (2) the Company's credit ratings and its cost of capital; (3) competitive conditions and customer preferences; (4) foreign currency exchange rates and fluctuations
in those rates; (5) the timing and market acceptance of new product offerings; (6) the availability and cost of purchased components, compounds, raw materials and energy (including oil and natural gas and their derivatives) due to shortages, increased demand or supply interruptions (including those caused
by natural and other disasters and other events); (7) the impact of acquisitions, strategic alliances, divestitures, and other unusual events resulting from portfolio management actions and other evolving business strategies, and possible organizational restructuring; (8) generating fewer productivity improvements than estimated; (9) unanticipated problems or delays with the phased implementation of a global enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, or security breaches and other disruptions to the Company's information
technology infrastructure; (10) financial market risks that may affect the Company's funding obligations under defined benefit pension and postretirement plans; and (11) legal proceedings, including significant developments that could occur
in the legal and regulatory proceedings described
in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the year ended Dec. 31, 2017, and any subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10 - Q (the «Reports»).
The game's success also shows how much has
changed in gaming
technology: the first three Super Mario games were all designed
by hand, on graph paper.
As McKinsey has noted,
in order to achieve a
change of scale at requisite speed, particularly
in a digital setting, an organization today needs to start
by realigning its
technology infrastructure to handle the new levels of customer interactions that will come.
If you tuned into a talk
by Michael Rogers, director of the National Security Agency, at the Atlantic Council
in Washington, D.C., this week, you might think the NSA had begun to
change its tune about encryption — the
technology favored
by Apple and its Silicon Valley brethren to scramble users» data and communications (much to criminal investigators» chagrin), making them unintelligible to spies and hackers alike.
We're on the cusp of some radical
changes in how and where we'll be working — driven largely
by the introduction of new players and suppliers, new business models, new automation
technologies and new connectivity tools.
Luke argues InteraXon's
technology can prevent accidents from happening
by identifying
changes in cognitive performance early on and alerting drivers when they lose focus.
These risks and uncertainties include: Gilead's ability to achieve its anticipated full year 2018 financial results; Gilead's ability to sustain growth
in revenues for its antiviral and other programs; the risk that private and public payers may be reluctant to provide, or continue to provide, coverage or reimbursement for new products, including Vosevi, Yescarta, Epclusa, Harvoni, Genvoya, Odefsey, Descovy, Biktarvy and Vemlidy ®; austerity measures
in European countries that may increase the amount of discount required on Gilead's products; an increase
in discounts, chargebacks and rebates due to ongoing contracts and future negotiations with commercial and government payers; a larger than anticipated shift
in payer mix to more highly discounted payer segments and geographic regions and decreases
in treatment duration; availability of funding for state AIDS Drug Assistance Programs (ADAPs); continued fluctuations
in ADAP purchases driven
by federal and state grant cycles which may not mirror patient demand and may cause fluctuations
in Gilead's earnings; market share and price erosion caused
by the introduction of generic versions of Viread and Truvada, an uncertain global macroeconomic environment; and potential amendments to the Affordable Care Act or other government action that could have the effect of lowering prices or reducing the number of insured patients; the possibility of unfavorable results from clinical trials involving investigational compounds; Gilead's ability to initiate clinical trials
in its currently anticipated timeframes; the levels of inventory held
by wholesalers and retailers which may cause fluctuations
in Gilead's earnings; Kite's ability to develop and commercialize cell therapies utilizing the zinc finger nuclease
technology platform and realize the benefits of the Sangamo partnership; Gilead's ability to submit new drug applications for new product candidates
in the timelines currently anticipated; Gilead's ability to receive regulatory approvals
in a timely manner or at all, for new and current products, including Biktarvy; Gilead's ability to successfully commercialize its products, including Biktarvy; the risk that physicians and patients may not see advantages of these products over other therapies and may therefore be reluctant to prescribe the products; Gilead's ability to successfully develop its hematology / oncology and inflammation / respiratory programs; safety and efficacy data from clinical studies may not warrant further development of Gilead's product candidates, including GS - 9620 and Yescarta
in combination with Pfizer's utomilumab; Gilead's ability to pay dividends or complete its share repurchase program due to
changes in its stock price, corporate or other market conditions; fluctuations
in the foreign exchange rate of the U.S. dollar that may cause an unfavorable foreign currency exchange impact on Gilead's future revenues and pre-tax earnings; and other risks identified from time to time
in Gilead's reports filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the SEC).
In the exploding world of IoT
technology, not a day goes
by without another development that could
change everything you currently know on the topic.
Digital Playbook for Entrepreneurs: Creating a Tech Startup USC Marshall School of Business professor Dr. Anthony Borquez will be joined
by a special guest lecturer to discuss how
technology is
changing the world we live
in and how entrepreneurs need to adapt to remain successful
in an ever
changing environment
U.S. stock indexes are little
changed overall as losses for banks are largely offset
by gains
in technology companies like Microsoft.
Haider:
By bridging materials science, mechanical design, and advanced sterilization techniques to pre-attach spinal implants onto disposable delivery instruments, we've developed a
technology that outperforms traditional systems
in mechanical consistency and the risk of pathogen transmission, and that fundamentally
changes the internal logistics of both hospitals and outpatient surgery centers.
From our headquarters
in Fairfax, Va., and from offices and locations around the globe, our more than 6,000 employees support government clients
in civilian, defense, health, intelligence, law enforcement and homeland security agencies
by delivering IT solutions and professional services
in such areas as information
technology lifecycle services; cloud and mobile computing; cyber security; solutions development and integration; and, strategy development and organizational
change management.
The Board believes that its current leadership structure,
in which the positions of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer are held
by Mr. Musk, together with a Lead Independent Director with broad authority, is appropriate at this time and provides the most effective leadership for Tesla
in a highly competitive and rapidly
changing technology industry.
As I wrote back
in August, recent studies conducted
by Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) and the Information
Technology and Information Foundation (ITIF) have demonstrated convincingly that blocking offshore pirate websites works
in terms of
changing consumer behaviour (i.e. directing consumers away from infringing content to sources of legitimate content) while at the same time not interfering with normal internet operations.
It is a new dawn for treasury and cash management banks
in the Nordic region, thanks to disruption caused
by financial
technology start - ups and broader market
changes.
We are reviewing the measurement issues that are exacerbated
by the proliferation of digital and services - oriented
technologies.11 We are also developing our macroeconomic models to better account for
changes in the distribution of income and wealth.
The pace of
change in our economy and our culture is accelerating — fueled
by global adoption of social, mobile, and other new
technologies — and our visibility about the future is declining.
«All the
changing technology and democratization of advantages typically held only
by large companies generates some real doozy business model disruptions
in 2014.»
BlackBerry's ability to manage inventory and asset risk; BlackBerry's reliance on suppliers of functional components for its products and risks relating to its supply chain; BlackBerry's ability to obtain rights to use software or components supplied
by third parties; BlackBerry's ability to successfully maintain and enhance its brand; risks related to government regulations, including regulations relating to encryption
technology; BlackBerry's ability to continue to adapt to recent board and management
changes and headcount reductions; reliance on strategic alliances with third - party network infrastructure developers, software platform vendors and service platform vendors; BlackBerry's reliance on third - party manufacturers; potential defects and vulnerabilities
in BlackBerry's products; risks related to litigation, including litigation claims arising from BlackBerry's practice of providing forward - looking guidance; potential charges relating to the impairment of intangible assets recorded on BlackBerry's balance sheet; risks as a result of actions of activist shareholders; government regulation of wireless spectrum and radio frequencies; risks related to economic and geopolitical conditions; risks associated with acquisitions; foreign exchange risks; and difficulties
in forecasting BlackBerry's financial results given the rapid technological
changes, evolving industry standards, intense competition and short product life cycles that characterize the wireless communications industry, and the company's previously disclosed review of strategic alternatives.
Many factors could cause BlackBerry's actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied
by the forward - looking statements, including, without limitation: BlackBerry's ability to enhance its current products and services, or develop new products and services
in a timely manner or at competitive prices, including risks related to new product introductions; risks related to BlackBerry's ability to mitigate the impact of the anticipated decline
in BlackBerry's infrastructure access fees on its consolidated revenue
by developing an integrated services and software offering; intense competition, rapid
change and significant strategic alliances within BlackBerry's industry; BlackBerry's reliance on carrier partners and distributors; risks associated with BlackBerry's foreign operations, including risks related to recent political and economic developments
in Venezuela and the impact of foreign currency restrictions; risks relating to network disruptions and other business interruptions, including costs, potential liabilities, lost revenues and reputational damage associated with service interruptions; risks related to BlackBerry's ability to implement and to realize the anticipated benefits of its CORE program; BlackBerry's ability to maintain or increase its cash balance; security risks; BlackBerry's ability to attract and retain key personnel; risks related to intellectual property rights; BlackBerry's ability to expand and manage BlackBerry ® World ™; risks related to the collection, storage, transmission, use and disclosure of confidential and personal information; BlackBerry's ability to manage inventory and asset risk; BlackBerry's reliance on suppliers of functional components for its products and risks relating to its supply chain; BlackBerry's ability to obtain rights to use software or components supplied
by third parties; BlackBerry's ability to successfully maintain and enhance its brand; risks related to government regulations, including regulations relating to encryption
technology; BlackBerry's ability to continue to adapt to recent board and management
changes and headcount reductions; reliance on strategic alliances with third - party network infrastructure developers, software platform vendors and service platform vendors; BlackBerry's reliance on third - party manufacturers; potential defects and vulnerabilities
in BlackBerry's products; risks related to litigation, including litigation claims arising from BlackBerry's practice of providing forward - looking guidance; potential charges relating to the impairment of intangible assets recorded on BlackBerry's balance sheet; risks as a result of actions of activist shareholders; government regulation of wireless spectrum and radio frequencies; risks related to economic and geopolitical conditions; risks associated with acquisitions; foreign exchange risks; and difficulties
in forecasting BlackBerry's financial results given the rapid technological
changes, evolving industry standards, intense competition and short product life cycles that characterize the wireless communications industry.
These risks and uncertainties include food safety and food - borne illness concerns; litigation; unfavorable publicity; federal, state and local regulation of our business including health care reform, labor and insurance costs;
technology failures; failure to execute a business continuity plan following a disaster; health concerns including virus outbreaks; the intensely competitive nature of the restaurant industry; factors impacting our ability to drive sales growth; the impact of indebtedness we incurred
in the RARE acquisition; our plans to expand our newer brands like Bahama Breeze and Seasons 52; our ability to successfully integrate Eddie V's restaurant operations; a lack of suitable new restaurant locations; higher - than - anticipated costs to open, close or remodel restaurants; increased advertising and marketing costs; a failure to develop and recruit effective leaders; the price and availability of key food products and utilities; shortages or interruptions
in the delivery of food and other products; volatility
in the market value of derivatives; general macroeconomic factors, including unemployment and interest rates; disruptions
in the financial markets; risk of doing business with franchisees and vendors
in foreign markets; failure to protect our service marks or other intellectual property; a possible impairment
in the carrying value of our goodwill or other intangible assets; a failure of our internal controls over financial reporting or
changes in accounting standards; and other factors and uncertainties discussed from time to time
in reports filed
by Darden with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Social media allows you to get information out there
in a timely manner — a huge advantage for an industry marked
by rapidly
changing technologies and trends.
21st October 2016 Activity Dispatch, the latest advancement
in dispatching
technology from mining systems manufacturer Wenco Mining Systems can help mines reduce wasted time
by eliminating the unnecessary time spent on shift
change, meal breaks and other short pauses
in production.
Data compiled
by MaRS Discovery District
in Toronto shows Canada has a strong portfolio of clean tech startups working on breakthrough
technologies that will
change the way we use energy, water and minerals.
Also, being part of the regulated oligopoly of consumer utilities delivering a core need for people
in the United States, they aren't likely to be disrupted
by a
technology change (
in fact, they may benefit from it if it costs them less).
A New Era of Internet Welcome to an era where social
change is dictated
by advances
in technology — ...
In this fund administration special, we bring together five top tech experts to answer the big technology questions facing private equity firms; look at the administrative strain GPs are under; consider the implications of Brexit for UK fund managers; explain how the outsourcing model is changing; consider the challenges faced by CFOs; explore the issues involved in raising a first credit vehicle; plus much mor
In this fund administration special, we bring together five top tech experts to answer the big
technology questions facing private equity firms; look at the administrative strain GPs are under; consider the implications of Brexit for UK fund managers; explain how the outsourcing model is
changing; consider the challenges faced
by CFOs; explore the issues involved
in raising a first credit vehicle; plus much mor
in raising a first credit vehicle; plus much more.
How businesses price and execute business models, whether they be fixed pricing or variable pricing based, are being drastically affected
by changes in social buying behaviors, social
technologies, and social ecosystems.
At the event, which was hosted
by the Yale Law School Center for the Study of Corporate Law
in New Haven, Powell highlighted three specific areas where blockchain
technology is affecting
change in regard to the Federal Reserve's «broad public policy objectives»: the creation of real - time payment systems, use of blockchain
technology for clearing and settlement services, and the issuance of digital currencies
by central banks.
The bill passed last year revised portions of the Banking Act to account for
changes in the economy driven
by the growth of telecommunications
technologies.