Download or read book Crossing the Global Quality Chasm written by National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2019-01-27 with total page 399 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 2015, building on the advances of the Millennium Development Goals, the United Nations adopted Sustainable Development Goals that include an explicit commitment to achieve universal health coverage by 2030. However, enormous gaps remain between what is achievable in human health and where global health stands today, and progress has been both incomplete and unevenly distributed. In order to meet this goal, a deliberate and comprehensive effort is needed to improve the quality of health care services globally. Crossing the Global Quality Chasm: Improving Health Care Worldwide focuses on one particular shortfall in health care affecting global populations: defects in the quality of care. This study reviews the available evidence on the quality of care worldwide and makes recommendations to improve health care quality globally while expanding access to preventive and therapeutic services, with a focus in low-resource areas. Crossing the Global Quality Chasm emphasizes the organization and delivery of safe and effective care at the patient/provider interface. This study explores issues of access to services and commodities, effectiveness, safety, efficiency, and equity. Focusing on front line service delivery that can directly impact health outcomes for individuals and populations, this book will be an essential guide for key stakeholders, governments, donors, health systems, and others involved in health care.
Download or read book Universals Concepts and Qualities written by P.F. Strawson and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2017-03-02 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are there universal properties grounding our sense of resemblance or qualitative identity among a number of distinct things or events which appear to form a class, a type or a kind of some other sort? Do universals such as humanness, triangularity, or being an oak exist? Is being a laptop computer a universal which has only recently come into existence? Do predicate expressions, adjectives or abstract nouns refer to objective properties or cognitive contents called concepts? The problem of universals has been at the centre of ancient, medieval, Western and Indian metaphysics. After the logico-linguistic turn in philosophy, this problem re-surfaced in the discourse on the meaning of predicate expressions on the one hand and in the theories of concepts on the other. By introducing newly commissioned essays written by the leading metaphysicians, epistemologists, philosophers of language and philosophers of mathematics, this anthology evinces current analytic philosophy's healthy re-engagement with this perennial problem. Issues raised include: Do properties and other abstract entities exist independently of human language and thought? Can we be in direct perceptual touch with properties or particular qualities? Is a higher order quantification over predicated properties intelligible or indispensable? Insights from current Western thought are compared with recent work in analytic Indian philosophy on such issues. No serious researcher or teacher of contemporary and comparative analytical metaphysics can afford to ignore the essays of this collection.
Download or read book Metrology from Physics Fundamentals to Quality of Life written by P. Tavella and published by IOS Press. This book was released on 2018-01-03 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Metrology is a constantly evolving field, and one which has developed in many ways in the last four decades. This book presents the proceedings of the Enrico Fermi Summer School on the topic of Metrology, held in Varenna, Italy, from 26 June to 6 July 2017. This was the 6th Enrico Fermi summer school devoted to metrology, the first having been held in 1976. The 2017 program addressed two major new directions for metrology: the work done in preparation for a possible re-definition of four of the base units of the SI in 2018, and the impact of the application of metrology to issues addressing quality of life – such as global climate change and clinical and food analysis – on science, citizens and society. The lectures were grouped into three modules: metrology for quality of life; fundamentals of metrology; and physical metrology and fundamental constants, and topics covered included food supply and safety; biomarkers; monitoring climate and air quality; new IS units; measurement uncertainty; fundamental constants; electrical metrology; optical frequency standards; and photometry and light metrology. The book provides an overview of the topics and changes relevant to metrology today, and will be of interest to both academics and all those whose work involves any of the various aspects of this field.
Download or read book Quality written by John Beckford and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2016-12-16 with total page 323 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Quality: A Critical Introduction, fourth edition, continues to provide a complete knowledge platform for all those wishing to study the development of the theory and practice of quality management. Exploring the basics of management theory and the work of the quality gurus, who have formed the foundation of current practice, this new edition builds upon the previous editions’ unique critical perspective of quality. A number of key management practices are considered including the new ISO9001:2015 standards, EFQM, systems thinking, systems practice, business process reengineering, six-sigma, organisational learning, intelligent organisation, skills based quality management and service quality management. An extended, in-depth case studies completes the text, exploring organisational performance transformation through the use of key methodologies, such as: soft systems; viable systems modelling; process analysis, job design and statistical methods. Replete with examples, vignettes and diagrams this comprehensive textbook is ideal for those new to the field of quality management and for students on undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Operations Management where quality management is taught.
Download or read book Data Quality Fundamentals written by Barr Moses and published by "O'Reilly Media, Inc.". This book was released on 2022-09 with total page 311 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do your product dashboards look funky? Are your quarterly reports stale? Is the data set you're using broken or just plain wrong? These problems affect almost every team, yet they're usually addressed on an ad hoc basis and in a reactive manner. If you answered yes to these questions, this book is for you. Many data engineering teams today face the "good pipelines, bad data" problem. It doesn't matter how advanced your data infrastructure is if the data you're piping is bad. In this book, Barr Moses, Lior Gavish, and Molly Vorwerck, from the data observability company Monte Carlo, explain how to tackle data quality and trust at scale by leveraging best practices and technologies used by some of the world's most innovative companies. Build more trustworthy and reliable data pipelines Write scripts to make data checks and identify broken pipelines with data observability Learn how to set and maintain data SLAs, SLIs, and SLOs Develop and lead data quality initiatives at your company Learn how to treat data services and systems with the diligence of production software Automate data lineage graphs across your data ecosystem Build anomaly detectors for your critical data assets
Download or read book Crossing the Quality Chasm written by Institute of Medicine and published by National Academies Press. This book was released on 2001-07-19 with total page 359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Second in a series of publications from the Institute of Medicine's Quality of Health Care in America project Today's health care providers have more research findings and more technology available to them than ever before. Yet recent reports have raised serious doubts about the quality of health care in America. Crossing the Quality Chasm makes an urgent call for fundamental change to close the quality gap. This book recommends a sweeping redesign of the American health care system and provides overarching principles for specific direction for policymakers, health care leaders, clinicians, regulators, purchasers, and others. In this comprehensive volume the committee offers: A set of performance expectations for the 21st century health care system. A set of 10 new rules to guide patient-clinician relationships. A suggested organizing framework to better align the incentives inherent in payment and accountability with improvements in quality. Key steps to promote evidence-based practice and strengthen clinical information systems. Analyzing health care organizations as complex systems, Crossing the Quality Chasm also documents the causes of the quality gap, identifies current practices that impede quality care, and explores how systems approaches can be used to implement change.
Download or read book Universal and Accessible Design for Products Services and Processes written by Robert F. Erlandson and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2007-08-03 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New laws, global competition, technological advances, and evolving societal values toward disability all demand the integration of universal and accessible design principles into the general practice of the design community. This growing international movement forces competitors to expand their traditional concepts of design and adopt these princip
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Download or read book Tietz Fundamentals of Clinical Chemistry and Molecular Diagnostics E Book written by Carl A. Burtis and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2014-02-26 with total page 1102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A condensed, easier-to-understand student version of the acclaimed Tietz Textbook of Clinical Chemistry and Molecular Diagnostics, Tietz Fundamentals of Clinical Chemistry and Molecular Diagnostics, 7th Edition uses a laboratory perspective in providing the clinical chemistry fundamentals you need to work in a real-world, clinical lab. Coverage ranges from laboratory principles to analytical techniques and instrumentation, analytes, pathophysiology, and more. New content keeps you current with the latest developments in molecular diagnostics. From highly respected clinical chemistry experts Carl Burtis and David Bruns, this textbook shows how to select and perform diagnostic lab tests, and accurately evaluate results. Authoritative, respected author team consists of two well-known experts in the clinical chemistry world. Coverage of analytical techniques and instrumentation includes optical techniques, electrochemistry, electrophoresis, chromatography, mass spectrometry, enzymology, immunochemical techniques, microchips, automation, and point of care testing. Learning objectives begin each chapter, providing measurable outcomes to achieve after completing the material. Key words are listed and defined at the beginning of each chapter, and bolded in the text. A glossary at the end of the book makes it quick and easy to look up definitions of key terms. More than 500 illustrations plus easy-to-read tables help you understand and remember key concepts. New chapters on molecular diagnostics include the principles of molecular biology, nucleic acid techniques and applications, and genomes and nucleic acid alterations, reflecting the changes in this rapidly evolving field. New content on clinical evaluation of methods, kidney function tests, and diabetes is added to this edition. NEW multiple-choice review questions at the end of each chapter allow you to measure your comprehension of the material. NEW case studies on the Evolve companion website use real-life scenarios to reinforce concepts.
Download or read book The Essential Works of William Walker Atkinson 50 Books in One Edition written by William Walker Atkinson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-12-07 with total page 5783 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Essential Works of William Walker Atkinson: 50+ Books in One Edition is a comprehensive collection that delves into various esoteric and metaphysical topics, such as the power of thought, the law of attraction, and the nature of the universe. Atkinson's writing style is clear, concise, and insightful, making complex ideas accessible to readers of all levels. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring the depths of the mind and unlocking the potential for personal growth and transformation. The collection showcases Atkinson's expertise in the field of New Thought philosophy and his profound understanding of the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. William Walker Atkinson, a prolific writer and influential figure in the New Thought movement, was known for his groundbreaking work in the realms of mentalism, spirituality, and self-help. His books continue to inspire readers with their timeless wisdom and practical guidance for achieving success and happiness. Atkinson's deep understanding of the power of the mind and his ability to articulate complex spiritual concepts in a straightforward manner set him apart as a visionary thinker and teacher. I highly recommend The Essential Works of William Walker Atkinson to anyone seeking profound insights into the nature of reality and the unlimited potential of the human mind. This comprehensive collection provides a wealth of knowledge and practical techniques for personal development and spiritual growth, making it an essential addition to the library of anyone interested in the power of thought and the universal laws governing the universe.
Download or read book HR Strategy written by Paul Kearns and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2010-08-31 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With a huge proportion of any organization’s expenditure invested in human resources and economic pressures demanding that companies become leaner than ever, it has never been more important for HR professionals to think and act strategically to turn their people planning into profit. Focusing on HR as a key driver of competitive advantage and sustainable success, HR Strategy, second edition, demonstrates how to create a winning human resource strategy by predicting the results you expect to see and developing a workable, measurable plan for managing human capital. All of this requires an ability to tap into the needs of individual employees to unleash their maximum value. This concise, easy-to-read text takes a practical, how-to approach, covering both the wide-angle theory and the day-to-day practice. This new edition includes: Updated case studies to demonstrate how strategies work in different organizational contexts Thorough revision throughout to incorporate the latest theories, developments, tools and measures Increased focus on the questions you need to ask about how your organization is configured, its values and principles, and what changes can be made from the ground up
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Download or read book The Quality of Life written by Richard Pine and published by Cambridge Scholars Publishing. This book was released on 2021-06-09 with total page 475 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These essays represent a selection of 40 years’ commentary on the political dimensions of cultural life. They address the entire spectrum of culture, from theories of international communication to the provision of cultural and leisure facilities at local level. As a former consultant to the Council of Europe, the author has developed a penetrating insight into the decision-making process between local authorities and citizens’ groups, which is discussed in two seminal papers from the 1980s which pioneered the concept of Cultural Democracy. In addition, the book’s close readings of novels and plays by Irish and Greek writers explore the way that all writing and forms of self-expression have a political message and repercussions.
Download or read book Principles of Quality Management written by Stacy Escobar and published by . This book was released on 2015-01-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An in-depth discussion regarding quality management and its practices has been highlighted in this up-to-date book. It consists of a compilation of reviews and research works contributed by professionals from across the globe. A practical approach to quality management will facilitate the readers with comprehensive information regarding topics ranging from basic to total quality practices in organizations, providing a systematic coverage of topics. The primary focus of this book is on quality management practices in organizations and dealing with particular total quality practices to quality management systems. This book can be used as a valuable source of reference at colleges, universities, corporate organizations, and for individual readers who wish to increase their knowledge regarding this field. The information provided in this book will serve as a helpful and useful guide for practitioners seeking to comprehend and use suitable techniques for implementation of total quality.
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