Sentences with phrase «increase quality expectations»

Ms Prout says volunteer - managed OOSH or OSHC committees are struggling with the issue of out of school care in the face of new regulatory reforms that increase quality expectations but also increase administrative burdens.

For the past year, Olive Garden has been working on strengthening their value leadership competitive advantage by improving affordability for their more economically challenged guests and on updating and evolving key elements of the guest experience to meet the increasing quality expectations of all of guests, especially more economically stable guests.

Not exact matches

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.

In practice, that means an increased flexibility of deliverables, a commitment to quality, and a willingness to satisfy the client above - and - beyond expectations.

At the same time that content quality expectations are increasing, Content Marketing World 2016 reflected the growing role of technology in content marketing success.

There are increasing social expectations and consumer demand for food and agricultural products that bear a specific quality label...» Read more

No need to pretend, by showing you how you are you will increase your chances of making a quality meeting that truly meets your expectations.

The approaches used by Denver schools in the Blueprint Schools Network since 2011 are supported by high - quality research and guided by the following five «tenets»: 1) excellence in leadership and instruction; 2) increased instructional time; 3) a no - excuses school culture of high expectations; 4) frequent assessments to improve instruction; and 5) daily tutoring in critical growth years.

Finally, the authors provide some intriguing suggestive evidence that the improvement in charter school quality is associated with the growing prevalence of charter schools that adhere to a «No Excuses» approach that focuses on strict discipline, high expectations, and increased learning time.

As authorizers and states have increased performance expectations and grown less hesitant to close failing schools, «authorizer shopping» has emerged as a growing threat to overall charter school quality.

Eighty - two percent of the teachers said the tools led them to increase expectations for student writing; 77 percent said they helped them engage students with different learning abilities; and 80 percent said they resulted in higher - quality student writing.

As charter school authorizers and states have increased performance expectations and grown less hesitant to close failing schools, «authorizer shopping» has emerged as a growing threat to overall charter school quality.

Nashville sees the raising of expectations and increasing quality opportunities as contagious.

Syeda Woods, principal of John Fenwick Academy in New Jersey, credits high expectations and a focus on high - quality professional learning that ties teacher learning to student outcomes for the school's steady increase in literacy scores.

Connectivity and touchscreens involve rapidly changing technology and ever - increasing consumer expectations — both of which have a significant impact on the overall quality assessment of new vehicles.

The dark side of the Internet is the lowering of quality acceptance / expectations and the increasing demand for lower prices.

Our goal has always been to exceed the expectations of our customers and expand our knowledge on products that increase the quality of life in their pets.

«While Final Fantasy VII Remake's programs for general functions and contents are being tested within the development team as required, the part about reproducing the original work in high - quality graphics is reaching a satisfactory standard, and we've come to the conclusion that in order to meet fan expectations we must increase its quality another step higher,» the job listing shows.

The emphasis on quality of care and ever - increasing expectations inevitably puts pressure on all Health and Social Services staff.

Client expectations of quality and advice continue to grow, resulting not only in improvement of services to answer those expectations but also in the increasing number of claims for errors or breach of duty.

SUMMARY Extensive professional experience increasing company revenue, training, team building, quality expectations, appraisals and providing a persistent work ethic while reducing overall operating costs.

Increased sales in clothing department by 48 % («Easy to work with and provides quality work while trying to exceed expectations.»

Coordinated and facilitated marketing plan to increase clientele, utilized cross functional team of photographers, marketers, and assistants; gained referrals for company; followed up to ensure services exceeded quality and timing expectations.

Ensured adherence to quality expectations and standards; identified, recommended, developed, and implemented new ways to increase organizational efficiency, productivity, quality, safety, and, or cost - savings.

KEY DUTIES OF RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT * Managing drivers and being point of contact for resolving issues * Conduct interviews / pre screen and full reference of all drivers * Ensure that all clients and workers comply with health and safety legislation and promptly refer any concerns to the branch manager * Maintaining quality and ISO procedures in line with Standard Operating Procedures to ensure effective, positive quality audit results * Liaising daily with the clients and managing expectations including job requirements, hours of work and rates of pay * Self generate new clients via cold calling and expanding on existing client opportunities * Meet with new and existing clients to account manage and advise of the services available to them * Generate new drivers by way of advertising, social media and networking * Covering out of office calls and demands on a rota requirement * Planning a weekly rota / submitting accurate payroll data / reporting KPI data * Maintaining and increasing daily route allocations — ensuring the customer promise is delivered * Training of drivers in all aspects of the job * Managing claims for damages, insurance and fines * On time reporting of key information to Extra Personnel SKILLS REQUIRED: Recruitment Consultant * Strong Sales and Customer service experience within a fast paced changing environment * Able to communicate at all levels from driver to director * Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads which continually change * Computer literate — outlook, excel and word * Ability to report critical information accurately and to tight deadlines * Ability to use a common sense approach to problem solving * Full UK driving license required BENEFITS As part of our commitment our Recruitment consultant will also receive: * Excellent salary and bonus opportunities * Healthcare Scheme * Pension * Min 23 days holiday plus Bank Holidays rising to a maximum of 29 plus Bank Holidays * Plus an additional days holiday for your Birthday * Continued advancement training

The Chasm Group, LLC and Chasm Institute, LLC (San Bruno, CA) 1997 — 2008 Business Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management efforts while cultivating new business efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generation

With this hope comes increasing expectations for program quality and child learning and development.

There is buzz that Goldman Sachs is weighing the option to increase the fees it pays servicers for loans it originates and securitizes, with the expectation that it would result in a higher quality of borrower experience.