Hurricane Sandy and the Subway Hurricane Sandy‚ the largest Atlantic storm ever and second most costly storm in United States History (Preliminary estimates of losses due to damage and business interruption are estimated at $65.5 billion)‚ made it painfully clear exactly how fragile a city composed mostly of low-lying islands can be. At the beginning of the storm‚ Mayor Bloomberg announced that New York City public schools would be closed Tuesday‚ October 30 and Wednesday‚ October 31‚ however
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hours. It is well- known as the subway‚ which means an underground operation‚ but about 45 percent of the subway system runs on aboveground. It includes steel or cast iron elevated structures‚ concrete viaducts‚ embankments‚ open cuts and surface routes.The subways are very import to civilians to get from point A to point B since many don’t own vehicles because of such busy traffic‚ it would be faster ‚ easier ‚ plus cheaper to use city transportation. The New York subways are among the ten top busiest
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of internal and external factors. Describe two factors and explain their effect on people’s health Health is a crucial and complicated matter of people’s life. It is essential to explore health from many different aspects. Health depends of every personal situation that may impact on human being therefore it is required to look at it from an individual perspective (Y158‚ cited in L185 Block 3 Session 2‚ p.7). Factors that may reflect on an individual’s health can be distinguished as internal and
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Natural Environment Subway restaurant is the restaurant that sells the most largest submarine sandwich chain and have more than 37‚000 franchise in all around the world are on a running to make their restaurant to operations as environmentally and socially responsible as possible to aim to improve the health of the earth in the same time. Last few years‚ subway started to switch their products and business practices that use less energy and resources‚ and generate less waste. By the process‚
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Preparation Resources Module 1: Introduction to internal auditing Overview The first module in this course sets the stage for your study of internal auditing (also known as “management auditing”). You consider the definition‚ development‚ and scope of internal auditing. You also consider the business environment and identify and analyze its accompanying risks. The various types of internal audits and the relationship between internal auditing and performance measurement are explained. Finally
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Internal audit’s role in effective corporate governance advisory Internal audit’s role in effective corporate governance Internal audit’s role in effective corporate governance Recent events have highlighted the critical role of boards of directors in promoting effective corporate governance. In particular‚ boards are being charged with ultimate responsibility for the effectiveness of their organisations’ internal control systems. The internal audit function plays a key
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Introduction Subway is a fast food restaurant that was established in 1956 and is now amongst the top franchise restaurants in the world. The mission of Subway is to delight each customer with their value through the fresh‚ delicious‚ made-to-order sandwiches and exceptional experience (Subway‚ 2010). This essay highlights how Subway positions its product in the market. Market Segmentation Individuals in the market have different behaviours and needs. Therefore‚ to serve them‚ there is a need for
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Internal Control Definition Internal control is broadly defined as a process‚ effected by an entity’s board of trustees‚ management‚ and other personnel‚ designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the achievement of objectives in the following categories: 1. Effectiveness and efficiency of operations 2. Reliability of financial reporting 3. Compliance with applicable laws and regulations 4. Safeguarding of assets Internal control consists of five interrelated components:
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Energy Efficient Buildings Internal Heat Gains and Design Heating & Cooling Loads Internal Heat Gains People and electrical equipment in buildings give off heat. These internal heat gains must be included in energy balances on the building or zone to determine the net heating or cooling load. Heat Gain From People Typical sensible‚ latent and total heat rates given off by people are shown in the table below (ASHRAE Fundamentals‚ 2005). The sensible heat gain results from radiation and
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Internal Accountant’s Report to Management The company is thinking about performing a full financial status review prior the release of an upcoming government contract bid. This report will provide supporting information for a full financial status review prior to bid. This supporting information will include the impact of occupational fraud and abuse on the company and how the governmental oversight of accounting and fraud affects the company. The report will also provide potential corruption
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