Sentences with phrase «commitment of a period of time»

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Actual results, including with respect to our targets and prospects, could differ materially due to a number of factors, including the risk that we may not obtain sufficient orders to achieve our targeted revenues; price competition in key markets; the risk that we or our channel partners are not able to develop and expand customer bases and accurately anticipate demand from end customers, which can result in increased inventory and reduced orders as we experience wide fluctuations in supply and demand; the risk that our commercial Lighting Products results will continue to suffer if new issues arise regarding issues related to product quality for this business; the risk that we may experience production difficulties that preclude us from shipping sufficient quantities to meet customer orders or that result in higher production costs and lower margins; our ability to lower costs; the risk that our results will suffer if we are unable to balance fluctuations in customer demand and capacity, including bringing on additional capacity on a timely basis to meet customer demand; the risk that longer manufacturing lead times may cause customers to fulfill their orders with a competitor's products instead; the risk that the economic and political uncertainty caused by the proposed tariffs by the United States on Chinese goods, and any corresponding Chinese tariffs in response, may negatively impact demand for our products; product mix; risks associated with the ramp - up of production of our new products, and our entry into new business channels different from those in which we have historically operated; the risk that customers do not maintain their favorable perception of our brand and products, resulting in lower demand for our products; the risk that our products fail to perform or fail to meet customer requirements or expectations, resulting in significant additional costs, including costs associated with warranty returns or the potential recall of our products; ongoing uncertainty in global economic conditions, infrastructure development or customer demand that could negatively affect product demand, collectability of receivables and other related matters as consumers and businesses may defer purchases or payments, or default on payments; risks resulting from the concentration of our business among few customers, including the risk that customers may reduce or cancel orders or fail to honor purchase commitments; the risk that we are not able to enter into acceptable contractual arrangements with the significant customers of the acquired Infineon RF Power business or otherwise not fully realize anticipated benefits of the transaction; the risk that retail customers may alter promotional pricing, increase promotion of a competitor's products over our products or reduce their inventory levels, all of which could negatively affect product demand; the risk that our investments may experience periods of significant stock price volatility causing us to recognize fair value losses on our investment; the risk posed by managing an increasingly complex supply chain that has the ability to supply a sufficient quantity of raw materials, subsystems and finished products with the required specifications and quality; the risk we may be required to record a significant charge to earnings if our goodwill or amortizable assets become impaired; risks relating to confidential information theft or misuse, including through cyber-attacks or cyber intrusion; our ability to complete development and commercialization of products under development, such as our pipeline of Wolfspeed products, improved LED chips, LED components, and LED lighting products risks related to our multi-year warranty periods for LED lighting products; risks associated with acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures or investments generally; the rapid development of new technology and competing products that may impair demand or render our products obsolete; the potential lack of customer acceptance for our products; risks associated with ongoing litigation; and other factors discussed in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including our report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended June 25, 2017, and subsequent reports filed with the SEC.

Within a very short period of time, Industry Ventures proposed a price to assume the seller's limited partnership interest in three California - based funds, including the seller's unfunded commitments to these partnerships.

During this time, our proposed implementation period will see us continuing to trade on current terms, and we will pay our fair share of the outstanding commitments and liabilities to which we committed during our membership.

«The inability of so many investors and managers to invest with a long term horizon creates the opportunity for time arbitrage - an edge in an investing approach that requires the commitment to long - term holding periods» Joel Greenblatt

Removing special tax rules and benefits, especially those that have been in place for a long period of time, and have a strong political constituency, will require a major commitment in time, resources, and most importantly political will.

There have been more obviously religious eras, as in the medieval «age of faith» or the periods of the great revivals under Jonathan Edwards or Dwight L. Moody; it is doubtful that there has ever been a period of such general high Christian intelligence or deep commitment to Christian social ethics as in our own time.

Spelled out in a lengthy lead editorial entitled «Evangelicals in the Social Struggle,» as well as in books such as Aspects of Christian Social Ethics, Henry's understanding of Christian social responsibility stressed (a) society's need for the spiritual regeneration of all men and women, (b) an interim social program of humanitarian care, ethical proclamation, and personal, structural application, and (c) a theory of limited government centering on certain «freedom rights,» e. g., the rights to public property, free speech, and so on.18 Though the shape of this social ethic thus closely parallels that of the present editorial position of Moody Monthly, it must be distinguished from its counterpart by the time period involved (it pushed others like Moody Monthly into a more active involvement in the social arena), by the intensity of its commitment to social responsibility, by the sophistication of its insight into political theory and practice, and by its willingness to offer structural critique on the American political system.

As a Jew in the newly post-Holocaust period, and as someone who had come with adulthood to loathe the Soviet government and its apologists, I too for a time, that much - libeled time known as the fifties, professed to derive my ideas of the world from a deep commitment to the doctrine of human imperfectibility.

After a period of time of reflection I decided to make a commitment to follow Jesus.

«Wolfsburg wish to make it absolutely clear that at no time did those responsible at the club make either written nor oral commitments on the transfer of Julian Draxler within the current transfer period, which is due to end on August 31st, 2016.

Wolfsburg announced: «VfL Wolfsburg wish to make it absolutely clear at no time did those responsible at the club make either written nor oral commitments on the transfer of Julian Draxler within the current transfer period, all which is due to end on August, 2016.

However, the fact that Chungy could only be out for three weeks means the time he misses through injury may be exactly the period Wanderers were expecting him to be away on international commitments - the final of the Asian Cup is on 31st January, exactly three weeks on from when he picked up the injury.

I never understood how someone can honestly make a life - long commitment with a partner based on a static set of emotions and set of circumstances at a specific time period in ones life; who you are today and your state of mind won't be the same five, ten, fifteen years from now.

Maintain a regular sleeping schedule Right at the start of the festive period, make a commitment to maintaining a consistent bedtime, as well as a consistent getting - up time.

In a short period of time, they have distinctly expressed their commitment and passion for Western New York.

«His involvement in the town board for 20 years shows a commitment to serve and it was, from what I understand, through some tumultuous times through periods of growth and periods of contraction.»

You are all witnesses to my commitment to this party in this difficult period, where I have demonstrated uncommon courage that makes me stand out as capable of leading our country at this time.

This decrease is about five times larger than the annual emissions reduction target for the first commitment period (2008 - 2012) of the Kyoto Protocol on climate change.

Investigators recruited 31 sedentary but otherwise healthy women and tested the effect of two different protocols, each of which required a 10 - minute time commitment, including warm - up, cool down and recovery periods.

As the number of overuse injuries continues to rise in young baseball players, safe pitching guidelines — which focus on proper warm up exercises; maximum play time and pitch counts; recommended rest periods; appropriate ages for learning various types of pitches; and not playing on multiple teams, year round or on consecutive days — are being integrated into play at many of the nation's 200,000 youth baseball teams, ideally with a firm, cooperative commitment from coaches, parents / caregivers and players.

A couple is separated for long periods of time thanks to career, family, or other commitments, and both still want to have an active in - person (rather than purely digital) sex life.

However, having said that, the diet does not ask you to sustain your commitment over a long period of time.

If for whatever reason the program that the bodybuilder has mapped out is too much of a time commitment at a certain period in life, then the solution is to modify the bodybuilding program to one that does fit the time schedule... be flexible.

Then, make a commitment to your new healthy food goal for a designated period of time.

Dating expert Isabelle says, «While commitment is undoubtedly an issue with people, girls who are studying abroad look at sugar dating as a amazing way to make some money in a short period of time.

That commitment to the time period and dedication to an earnest presentation of what war was really like can't help but clash with the raucous fun we're expected to have when we dip into the multiplayer modes with friends, however.

The 146 plans include all developed nations and three quarters of developing countries under the UNFCCC, covering 86 % of global greenhouse gas emissions — almost four times the level of the first commitment period of the Kyoto Protocol, the world's first international emission reduction treaty that required emissions cuts from industrialized countries.

Expand for a limited time period — during growth spurts or while renovation occurs — without the long - term expense or commitment of a permanent facility.

Since the manifesto commitment was for the period up to 2021/22, without any indication of how it would be phased, it sounds as though Ministers are giving themselves time to find the money.

Higher retention rates may be attributable to the combination of program quality, residents» commitment to teach for a specific period of time in return for financial support, and induction support during the first one to three years of teaching.22

Amazon has made a commitment to its Kindle customers to maintain their purchases in their online archive for an indefinite period of time.

Within a rather short period of time I sensed a deep commitment to me as a client and could see her dogged yet professional perseverance.

Within a rather short period of time I sensed a deep commitment to me as a client and could see her dogged, professional perseverance.

Personal loans, however, are a much larger commitment since they are paid off over the course of years instead of weeks and require that you manage your money well over a long period of time.

A CD offers a higher interest rate in exchange for a commitment to keep the money in the CD for a specific period of time.

A commitment issued by a lender to a borrower guaranteeing a specified interest rate for a specified period of time at a specific cost.

Additionally, because of their brief repayment schedules, short term loans do not require serious commitment — the borrower is not indebted to the lender for a significant period of time.

When you buy a home you're making a lot of commitments and most people who take this step plan on living in the property for an extended period of time.

Borrowing money from the bank means that you make a commitment to return money back within a definite period of time.

Rate Lock A commitment issued by a lender to a borrower or other mortgage originator guaranteeing a specified interest rate and lender costs for a specified period of time.

A rate lock or a rate commitment is a lender's promise to hold a certain interest rate and a certain number of points for you for a specified period of time while your application is processed.

For many home buyers, the period of time between the submission of the loan application and receipt of the commitment letter is one of uncertainty and concern.

An online Auto Title Loan is a serious commitment that may provide relief from overwhelming debts for a period of time, and we are here to make sure customers understand all the terms of a loan.

Commitments must be made for a two to four year period of time with the amount of reimbursement and loan help varying accordingly.

Work commitments often result in dogs being left alone for long periods of time.

Animals can stay in foster care for as little as a day or two, to an extended period, depending on the needs of the animal in your care and the time commitment you are interested in making.

Feeding a homemade diet is a major commitment — do your research, read up on the many pros and cons, ask yourself if you have the time and resources to cook two meals a day for your pet, and consider your lifestyle i.e. if you travel a lot with your dog, do you have the means to keep the ingredients or pre-made meals properly chilled for extended periods of time?

Before bringing a baby Catahoula home, you do need to realize that you're making a commitment to have a puppy in your home for an extended period of time.

• Must be able to make an average time commitment of 8 hours per month • Must be able to commit to a minimum volunteer period of 6 months

Occasionally, due to the owner's work commitments, puppies may need to be crated for longer periods of time.