Sentences with phrase «by testing vendors»

Poor performance by testing vendors leads jittery state policymakers to cast blame and seek out new vendors.

The test, known as the Badger Exam, is aligned to the Common Core State Standards and was built by test vendor Educational Testing Services using questions created by a consortium of states known as Smarter Balanced.

These outlines are provided by the testing vendor in your state, and detail the topics that are on your exam as well as the importance of each section based on its percentage of questions.

Not exact matches

For example, at Dodger Stadium where the L.A. Dodgers are testing the software, Xperiel hooks into an IT management tool built by UK company FortressGB that helps stadium operators keep track of ticketing transactions, vendor sales, and parking services, explained Philipp Hertel.

All treats are sourced from the USA and Canada, and toys are sourced from American vendors — rest assured, everything included in each box is high quality and safe and tested by -LSB-...]

New York was one of seven states earlier this week whose student tests were hit by what was reportedly a «deliberate attack» on the computer system operated by Questar, an outside vendor.

The commission, had it not been terminated, intended to test the legitimacy of the unitemized spending by subpoenaing the records of vendors and campaign treasurers, City & State reported.

At present, drug shop vendors usually treat patients based on their signs and symptoms without testing their blood for the presence of malaria parasites, as recommended by the World Health Organization.

Most of the 15,000 patients that visited drug shops with a fever chose to buy an rapid diagnostic test when offered one by the trained vendors taking part in the study.

We have sourced the best vendors for you (all tried and tested by us) to support you along your journey.

After creating an account, the LMS vendor will let you know how long you have to test drive their mobile - friendly, cloud - based LMS platform, which is trusted by 60,000 + organizations.

By shifting funds, public attention and scarce organizational and budgetary resources away from schools and into the coffers of the testing industry vendors, the futures of poor and minority children and the schools they attend get compromised.»

Although this statement is somewhat true, the vendors of this claim never tell the public that the original New Jersey Core Curriculum State Standards, adopted in 1997, and the corresponding state tests were not born out of some impressive collection of education research or developed voluntary by educators aimed at providing a world class education to New Jersey's children.

Although initially introduced as a diagnostic tool to help our teachers assess the academic needs of their students, MAP ® is now used by the district to evaluate teachers — a purpose for which the test was not designed, the vendor NWEA has stated — and as a screening mechanism for advanced learning opportunities.

Starting in the 2015 - 2016 school year, though, a brand new test created by a potentially new vendor will debut, and the roundtable made recommendations significantly different from current testing practices.

Supporting materials such as texts, workbooks, computer programs and tests are produced by commercial vendors and nonprofits, and districts, states and sometimes individual teachers purchase them.

Yet this one test produced by the State's chosen vendor (Questar) is severely flawed and holds entirely too much weight.

At the very least, the move is a strange one, considering Connecticut spends at least $ 25 million on the Connecticut Mastery Test, the vendor responsible for creating and scoring the test has not changed and this is the «4th generation» of the test and has been used before by the stTest, the vendor responsible for creating and scoring the test has not changed and this is the «4th generation» of the test and has been used before by the sttest has not changed and this is the «4th generation» of the test and has been used before by the sttest and has been used before by the state.

Common Core - backer Bill Gates and former federal education department official Joanne Weiss have promoted national standards and tests by touting that they «will unleash powerful market forces» and create a national market for vendors.

Furthermore, the mayor's fundamental claim about de-emphasizing high stakes testing is at odds with the annual press conferences the mayor and chancellor have held, trumpeting any NYC score increases on the state tests — even as year - over-year comparisons have been undermined by changes in test length, vendor, and protocol, along with an opaque process of setting cut (or passing) scores only after tests are graded and persistent high opt out percentages in schools, districts, and across the state.

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Bring your 4 - legged friends and enjoy the DockDog fun jump, flyball demonstration, microchipping by Bay Area Pet Adoptions, Canine Good Citizen testing, a weight pull hosted by Texas Alaskan Malamute Rescue, local vendors and -LSB-...]

These vary by state, but include listings of legal vendors, organized by categories such as «accident reconstruction services» and «radon testing services.»

SQA as utilized today by most vendors is really just incremental testing and is in no way indicative of a good overall corporate quality assurance program or even a segmental one.

The Court pointed out that the test on such a motion, brought on notice to the vendor, is the same as the test on a motion by a vendor to discharge a certificate obtained without notice.

I do not doubt that extensive testing is done by vendors before they market their products.

But unlike Microsoft, Intel doesn't directly ship those patches to end users — it uses its network of PC makers and motherboard vendors to distribute them, after the appropriate testing by each vendor.

To ensure that the vendor code is properly separated from the Android OS framework in the manner that Project Treble requires, Google has set up a Vendor Test Suite (VTS) which devices must pass in order to be certified by Gvendor code is properly separated from the Android OS framework in the manner that Project Treble requires, Google has set up a Vendor Test Suite (VTS) which devices must pass in order to be certified by GVendor Test Suite (VTS) which devices must pass in order to be certified by Google.

If you read the tests performed by independent security companies, you will see that Windows Defender is merely a decent product and most security vendors provide better protection.

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Vendor Test Suite (VTS) will be tasked with validation of the VI, quite like the Compatibility Test Suite (CTS) used by Google for API testing of apps.

I scheduled preventative maintenance programs and decreased passed return to vendor items by over 30 percent by changing test criteria.

Obtain and license software by obtaining required information from vendors; recommending purchases; testing and approving products

Surpassed team goals by analyzing, testing and implementing vendor software upgrades for a HIPPA compliant EDI and SQL System.

Member of the systems compatibility test systems lab responsible for verifying the functionality of various vendors» equipment, supplied by customers or internally, with Navisite's existing infrastructure.

Tk Worldwide, Nolensville, TN 5/2011 to Present New Car Sales Manager • Oversee staffing requirements and hire and train new employees • Set sales objectives for each individual sales representative • Provide assistance in carrying out duties so that individual sales objectives are met • Give sales representatives a clear picture of the overall goal of the company and ensure that their individual objectives are in accordance to the big picture • Assist clients in choosing cars of their choice by providing them with information on popular brands • Provide clients with information on car features and accompany them on test drives • Forecast sales and expenses and ensure that profits are maintained accordingly • Develop and implement effective customer relation policies • Interact with vendors to procure new models and makes • Prepare annual budgets for the sales department and ensure that all administrative activities are performed by remaining within the budget • Direct and schedule activities of sales representatives and stand in for absent employees

• Assisted in planning cable networks by studying orders, plans and manual, along with technical specifications • Provided support in establishing networks by performing running, pulling and terminating duties • Verified services by testing circuits and equipment, and assisted in identifying and correcting problems • Documented all work processes by following established protocols and recorded configuration diagrams • Handled inventory of cabling supplies and equipment and created and maintained effective liaison with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of both

PARROT, Lanesville, IN (1/2010 to 5/2011) Ecommerce Intern • Developed new vendor and partner relationships by creating and maintaining effective liaison with them • Assisted in negotiating with vendors in order to obtain favorable prices • Communicated promotional details for emails and campaigns to cross-functional teams • Assisted in testing and performing quality assurance analysis on all emails and promotions • Managed calendars, meetings and deliverables with third party vendors and developers

General Electric (Stamford, CT) 2007 — 2008 Corporate Consultant — Infrastructure Systems & Network • Designed, developed, and engineered GE Treasury system's development, QA, Production, and DR environment • Hardware: Sun Fire V220, V480, V880, V1290, V6140, V6800, V6920; Sun Enterprise T2000, T5120 (Solaris 10: LDOMS, ZFS, RAID, Zoans, Containers), E10K, E15K, E25, M4000, M8000, M9000; HP ProLiant with Linux 5.0 (EMC and 3 PAR SAN) • Built servers from racking, cabling (Ethernet / fiber), connecting to network, setting serial connection to Avocent ports, and setting up server to the network through DNS • Performed massive installation of Solaris servers using both Jumpstart and Blade Logic and Red Hat using both PXE boot and BladeLogic servers to global distributed network of more than 6000 servers • Installed and configured Solaris 10 OS, recommended patches, hardening software, LDOMS, ZFS, and Container on Sun server • Installed and configured Emulex LPFC, EMC Power path, Navisphere, Veritas Volume Manager, Veritas Cluster Server, Veritas Volume Replicator, and Veritas Net Backup in heterogeneous environment • Partitioned and mirrored disks using Solaris LVM, disk suites, Veritas VxVM, mirrored root file system and set up alternate boot device and dump device • Installed application software for ITG, IDM, and Tibco etc. • Created and adjusted Oracle projects on oracle 9i and 10g • Configured operating systems, LDOMS, ZFS, RAID, network Multi Pathing, Cisco Switch 6309, Brocade Switch, EMC DS41000 fiber switch, EMC, 3 PAR and HITACHI SAN, DNS, NIS, NIS plus, LDAP • Created LUNs for EMC, 3 PAR, HITACHI SAN and set up RAIDS • Created zoning of Cisco 6309 switch • Provided connectivity of Ethernet ports and fiber channel by patching Ethernet ports from server panel to switch, and by patching fiber from server to Brocade switch then to EMC DS41000 switch through Cisco switch6300, 6309, Big IP • Performed alternate boot testing, crush dump testing and cluster testing • Vendor liaison for Cisco, HP, IBM, EMC, Symantec, Oracle Sun, and Red hat Linux resolving hardware and software issues • Scheduled changes and upgrades communicating with business owners and support team • Architected Disaster Recovery System conducted testing and resetting the systems as needed • Performed zoning and provisioning configured EMC / Power path LUNs on UNIX servers upon client's request • Resolved issues with NIS, NIS +, DNS, VxVM and VCS among other SA tasks • Created network topology of the internet and intranet security environment using Visio 7.5

ING US Financial Services (Atlanta, GA) 5/2006 — 2/2009 Six Sigma Black Belt • Responsible for identifying, defining, and implementing continuous improvement (Six Sigma) projects • Communicated quality management tools and methodologies to project teams • Established and directed process improvement group reporting process • Cut annual process budget by 20 % by reducing testing / production errors through process standardization • Saved $ 350K of annual business contract production costs through vendor consolidation and elimination of manual product assembly • Identified $ 2 million in potential annual savings by developing a check processing distribution strategy • Reduced annual expenses by $ 1.7 million through cost avoidance by optimal vendor selection processes • Minimized business risk and legal mitigations by tracking / confirming contract delivery to clients and standardizing marketing forms practices and control measures • Mentored Green Belts and team members on their roles and responsibilities

Project Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Oversee 1,000 employee call center operations ensuring efficient, effective, and profitable operations Recruit, train, and direct 25 Senior Call Center Managers ensuring they understand the brand and corporate protocols Design and implement staff training and development initiatives to enhance team skill sets Responsible for the implementation and operation of technical facets such as the Qfiniti platform and Avaya integration Utilize strong background in information technology, web development, engineering, and technical support Design and implement workflow and organizational structure for multiple corporate entities Work closely with various departments including human resources, development, IT, and others to develop strategic plans Analyze corporate structure and create business requirements, process flows, and procedures for organizational efficiency Responsible for the identification and removal of chronic system affecting issues to enhance daily operations Set and coordinate product release timelines and procedures for 23 regional call centers across the United States Coordinate the strategic and operational arms of the release management teams Train and lead release teams ensuring compliance with project budgets and release schedules Oversee all user testing to ensure proper product functionality prior to release Manage website and hardware integration, maintenance, updates, and other technical support issues Set and strictly adhere to departmental budgets and schedules Consistently meet or exceed customer service and project management goals through strong managerial skills Maintain comprehensive records detailing call center activities, product releases, and other pertinent data Build and strengthen relationships with key clients, partners, vendors, and community leaders Interact with support staff and company resources effectively to create the best consumer experience Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Ensure customer satisfaction by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Hazeltine Corporation, US Dynamics Corporation (New York, NY) 1986 — 1995 Manager / Supervisory Engineer Program and Software Quality Assurance • Managed and budgeted for Program and Software Quality Assurance department of 24 personnel • Trained quality engineers and testers conducing software testing (load test, regression test, and Performance Test) • Reviewed operation sheets, developed test plans, and inspection instructions for defense electronics and computing products • Performed statistical process control for automated component insertion, web soldering process, and software testing • Led product support team, material review boards, and responded to quality deficiency report • Increased productivity and reduced cost by improving processes and training personnel • Investigated cause of product quality deficiency, provided corrective actions, and performed vendor certificatest, regression test, and Performance Test) • Reviewed operation sheets, developed test plans, and inspection instructions for defense electronics and computing products • Performed statistical process control for automated component insertion, web soldering process, and software testing • Led product support team, material review boards, and responded to quality deficiency report • Increased productivity and reduced cost by improving processes and training personnel • Investigated cause of product quality deficiency, provided corrective actions, and performed vendor certificatest, and Performance Test) • Reviewed operation sheets, developed test plans, and inspection instructions for defense electronics and computing products • Performed statistical process control for automated component insertion, web soldering process, and software testing • Led product support team, material review boards, and responded to quality deficiency report • Increased productivity and reduced cost by improving processes and training personnel • Investigated cause of product quality deficiency, provided corrective actions, and performed vendor certificaTest) • Reviewed operation sheets, developed test plans, and inspection instructions for defense electronics and computing products • Performed statistical process control for automated component insertion, web soldering process, and software testing • Led product support team, material review boards, and responded to quality deficiency report • Increased productivity and reduced cost by improving processes and training personnel • Investigated cause of product quality deficiency, provided corrective actions, and performed vendor certificatest plans, and inspection instructions for defense electronics and computing products • Performed statistical process control for automated component insertion, web soldering process, and software testing • Led product support team, material review boards, and responded to quality deficiency report • Increased productivity and reduced cost by improving processes and training personnel • Investigated cause of product quality deficiency, provided corrective actions, and performed vendor certification

SKILL HIGHLIGHTS Office Administration Inventory and Supply Management Human Resources Support Administrative Support Vendor Management Team Collaboration PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE 11/1/2013 — 5/1/2016 Office Administrator Liberty Financial Services — Austin, TX Supported startup team in day - to - day activities by facilitating office management and software testing.

Casties added that she was told by a vendor that in a different building the test crew group decided to be extra thorough and check dates past the year 2030.

But with more wireless devices and more high - speed carrier networks expected to become available by the end of this year, wireless technology may soon move beyond its test stage and achieve the sort of industry - wide acceptance vendors have been hoping for.

At least that's the conclusion from several tests conducted by wireless vendors to determine what real estate professionals want in a mobile platform.