J.K. Lasser's Financial Basics for Business Managers

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Easy-to-understand financial fundamentals
Strategies to improve profit and cash flow
Make your accounting reports more useful
How to budget according to business size

PROVEN, HANDS-ON GUIDANCE FOR BUILDING SUCCESSFUL AND EFFECTIVE FINANCIAL BUSINESS PRACTICES

Using easy-to-understand language, J.K. Lasser's Financial Basics for Business Managers nails down the financial basics of business management like no other book. With this comprehensive book as your guide, you'll quickly learn how to protect and improve the financial performance and position of your business-regardless of its size. Bestselling financial author John Tracy explains in detail the full range of financial analysis and budgeting techniques used by managers and small business owners in today's workplace, including income statements, balance sheets, operating ratios, profitability, cash flow, cost allocations, capital investments, and much more. Filled with valuable tips and strategies, J.K. Lasser's Financial Basics for Business Managers gives you the tools you need to manage more efficiently than ever before.

Critical coverage will help you:

Read financial statements and accounting reports
Better analyze and plan profit and cash flow
Control costs, cash flow, and financial condition
Interpret accounting information
Factor in the cost of capital when making capital investments

J.K. Lasser--Practical Guides for All Your Financial Needs
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Good fundamental book on subject.......2007-01-21

Nothing more, nothing less. A little dry for my scientific brain, but worth the money.

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Doing Business with the Government Using EDI A Guide for Small Businesses Jan Zimmerman "Of all the books on EDI, this guide really fulfills the needs of the small business owner. Not only is it well-written, the book is full of relevant information and tips to help you get started." —Steven D. Royce, President, Crescent Design "A real—world account of the Federal Government EC/EDI program, this book not only tells you what the current mandates are but also how they will expand and formalize in years to come. A must—read for company decision makers and planners." —Larry L. Jones, Director of Small Business (retired), Phillips Laboratory If you do business with the federal government—or you want to do so—this book is required reading. Recent legislation mandates that by the year 2000, the majority of small-to-mid-sized government purchases must be made via electronic data interchange (EDI). If you want a piece of that action, you need only to acquire EDI capability, and learn how to use it effectively. Doing Business with the Government Using EDI offers a blueprint for doing both. Non-technical in its approach, this unique book focuses on the business side of doing business with the government online. It provides you with all the information you need to get started, and then shows you how to use marketing, bidding, and pricing strategies to maximize profit in the new government purchasing environment. Included are:

Details of the Federal Acquisitions Streamlining Act (FASA) and how it affects small businesses
Worksheets offering a structured approach to business decision-making
An overview of software and online networks, how they work and how to choose the best ones for you
Quick-reference lists of resources for additional information
Directions for completing the detailed Trading Partner Profile registration
A glossary of EDI terms and acronyms that cuts through the jargon

Concise and well-written, Doing Business with the Government Using EDI is an invaluable, single-source guidebook for making a profit through government sales…now and in the future.

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It's a great book. It helps you understand the process........1998-07-27

It's a guide book that helps you step by step in selling to the Goverment. You will become knowledgeable of the Electronic Commerce Information process, and will be informed on how to register with the Government as an EC/EDI "Trading Partner".

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-- Social Casework: The Journal of Contemporary Social Work

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Rehabilitating Juvenile Justice -
Charles H. Shireman -
Manufacturer: Colunbia University Press -
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Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000P25L20

Rehabilitating Criminals Before They Grow Up.(juvenile intervention)(Brief Article) : An article from: The Futurist

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Rehabilitating Criminals Before They Grow Up.(juvenile intervention)(Brief Article) : An article from: The Futurist
Dan Johnson
Manufacturer: World Future Society
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

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This digital document is an article from The Futurist, published by World Future Society on December 1, 1999. The length of the article is 951 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Rehabilitating Criminals Before They Grow Up.(juvenile intervention)(Brief Article)
Author: Dan Johnson
Publication: The Futurist (Magazine/Journal)
Date: December 1, 1999
Publisher: World Future Society
Volume: 33 Issue: 10 Page: 11

Article Type: Brief Article

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Rehabilitating Juvenile Justice
Charles H and Frederic G. Reamer Shireman
Manufacturer: Columbia University Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000OPBPZA

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Diversity and function of decomposer fungi from a grassland soil [An article from: Soil Biology and Biochemistry]
L.J. Deacon , E. Janie Pryce-Miller , and J.C Frankland
Manufacturer: Elsevier
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

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ASIN: B000RR6TZ6

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This digital document is a journal article from Soil Biology and Biochemistry, published by Elsevier in . The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Despite the substantial interest to ecologists of the relationship between species diversity and ecosystem functioning, little is known about how the high species richness of decomposer (saprotrophic) fungi and their relative frequencies of occurrence influence the decomposition of organic matter. Three experiments were conducted to test the ability of culturable saprotrophic fungal isolates to utilise a range of artificial and more natural substrates that occur in organic matter, with the aims of (1) characterising the functional potential of 'common' and 'occasional' taxa in an upland grassland soil and (2) determining whether there was a high degree of apparent functional redundancy in these communities. 'Function' was defined as the ability of a fungal isolate to utilise broad categories of substrates (e.g. sugars, cellulose, lignin) that occur in organic matter and which change in proportion during decomposition. The terms 'common/abundant/frequent' and 'occasional/infrequent' usually referred here to the frequencies of occurrence of taxa estimated using Warcup soil plates. Accepting the difficulties of sampling fungi in soil, this appeared to be the most useful isolation method to produce a general picture of the microfungal community with an estimate of frequency of occurrence for every taxon obtained, and to provide cultures for use in function tests. The influence of this technique on the interpretation of the results is discussed. Forty-eight fungal isolates, obtained from an upland grassland in Roxburghshire, UK, were selected to cover the most 'abundant' taxa and a range of 'occasionals'. Pure cultures of anamorphic fungi and members of the Zygomycota, Ascomycota and Basidiomycota were tested. Although there was apparently a high degree of functional redundancy (equivalence) in assemblages of culturable decomposer fungi, with 'frequent' and 'infrequent' taxa largely utilising the same substrates, the 'infrequent' taxa played important roles in decomposition. 'Infrequent' microfungi tested were potentially more active in decomposition than the 'frequent' taxa, i.e. several had a higher overall activity, were able to utilise a wider range of substrates and were more combative than the 'abundant' taxa. When 'abundant' and 'occasional' taxa from the same putative guild were inoculated together on grass litter, there was slight evidence of 'positive' indirect effects on decomposition and cellulose degradation. Some 'negative' effects on lignin degradation, probably as a result of combat, were observed. It is possible that the 'occasional' taxa increased the temporal resilience of the ecosystem process of decomposition, and were 'waiting in the wings' to replace the abundant taxa. Nevertheless, greater functional diversity could be associated with the uncultured taxa not studied here.

Tradeoffs between pasture production and plant diversity and soil health attributes of pasture systems of central Queensland, Australia [An article from: Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment]

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Tradeoffs between pasture production and plant diversity and soil health attributes of pasture systems of central Queensland, Australia [An article from: Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment]
K.K. Sangha , D.J. Midmore , J. Rolfe , and R.K. Jalota
Manufacturer: Elsevier
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital
ASIN: B000RR52BI

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This digital document is a journal article from Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment, published by Elsevier in . The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Media Library immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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The clearing land of trees and introduction of exotic pastures to enhance pasture production and associated monetary gains has been a common practise in Queensland. Previous studies on tree clearing emphasised the gains in pasture production, but over periods of less than 10-15 years after clearing, thus potentially misleading land managers who plan to continue grazing beyond that time. The present research follows an integrated approach to quantify the pasture yield and the effects of tree clearing on pasture species composition, soil properties (organic carbon, available N (NO"3^-), pH"w and microbial biomass (C and N)), and litter production over time-since-clearing on a grazing property in central Queensland, and to evaluate the implications of our findings for the region. The cleared pasture systems were taken at <5, 11-13 and >33 year age of clearing in comparison to their paired uncleared pastures for three major tree communities representative of the region: Eucalyptus populnea, Eucalyptus melanophloia and Acacia harpophylla. The paper evaluates the effects of clearing on individual attributes as well as an integrated effect of these attributes, i.e. overall ecological services. Pasture production generally increased with clearing but plant diversity, litter production and potential return of N and P through litter decreased. Among soil attributes, clearing of trees adversely impacted upon soil pH and microbial biomass, which play an important role in nutrient availability and mineralisation. This, the initial gains in pasture production are not sustainable over time. The multivariate analysis for such ecological attributes suggests that at the >33 year age of clearing, the ecological state of pasture systems changed compared to that at 5 year or 11-13 year or to the uncleared system. A disturbed pasture system will most likely take longer to revert to the original state compared to the time that would have taken to harvest the benefits. The results are important for landholders and policy makers to comprehend the real gains and losses following tree clearing for pasture development over the long term.

Microbial Diversity and Ecosystem Function (Cabi Publishing)

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Microbial Diversity and Ecosystem Function (Cabi Publishing)

Manufacturer: CABI
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0851988989

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Microorganisms are key components in the functioning of ecosystems and the importance of their role is being increasingly recognized. In this volume, more than thirty contributors, invited from around the world, cover a wide range of topics: the extent of microbial diversity, the impact of microorganisms on global ecology and nutrient cycling, microorganisms and ecosystem maintenance, extremophiles, inventorying and monitoring microorganisms and the microbiology resource base. The book is based on papers presented at an IUBS/IUMS/SCOPE/UNEP-sponsored workshop on Microorganisms and the Maintenance of Biodiversity held in the UK in August 1993. It provides an up-to-date review of concepts and concerns in this increasingly important area of biodiversity studies, and will interest a wide range of ecologists and microbiologists.

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Blood Gases.......2004-05-20

This is a great book for blood gases and hemodynamics, the wording isn't too technical. Very striaght forward.

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Gas analysis instrumentation
A Verdin
Manufacturer: Wiley
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Binding: Paperback

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Gas Chromatographic Environmental Analysis: Principles, Techniques, Instrumentation

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Gas Chromatographic Environmental Analysis: Principles, Techniques, Instrumentation
Fabrizio Bruner
Manufacturer: Wiley-VCH
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Binding: Hardcover

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Gas Chromatograpic Environmental Analysis is the first, truly complete, up-to-date, homogeneous coverage in book form, of the analytical techniques applied to the chemical study of environment. The book describes the use of gas chromatograpy in environmental analysis. After an introduction in the fundamentals of gas chromatograpy and a critical review of the different column types, the author describes the necessary instrumentation, with particular attention on the sample injection, detection and calibration systems. Special attention is paid to trace analysis which is important, e.g., in the recognation of specific fluorocarbons in the atmosphere. In addition, the author looks briefly at other techniques such as HPLC and mass spectrometry to give a complete picture of environmental analysis of today and tomorrow.
Because it is written for chemists, analytical chemists in both industrial and academic contexts, chemical engineers, industrial hygienists, environmental biologists and geologists, the book pays particular attention to the methods that have been officially adopted in the U.S. and other highly industrialized companies. It is certain to be a welcome addition to the librairies of chemical companies, town and regional administrators, universities, and government research centers.

Gas Chromatography, Third International Symposium Held Under the Auspices of the Analysis Instrumentation Division of the Instrument Society of America, June 13-16, 1961

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Gas Chromatography, Third International Symposium Held Under the Auspices of the Analysis Instrumentation Division of the Instrument Society of America, June 13-16, 1961
Nathaniel, Et.al. (Editors) Brenner
Manufacturer: Academic Media
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000L1V57K

Scada: Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (Independent Learning Module from the Instrument Society of America)

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Total waste of time and money
A book with a very specific orientation
Excellent for training
SCADA Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, 2nd edition
Very helpfull for training

Scada: Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (Independent Learning Module from the Instrument Society of America)
Stuart A. Boyer
Manufacturer: Instrumentation Systems &
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1556172109

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Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) technology has evolved over the past 30 years as a method of monitoring and controlling large processes. This newly revised reference book offers overviews of SCADA's component technologies, as well as details necessary to understand the big picture. SCADA processes cover areas that may be measured in the thousands of square miles, and have dimensions that may be hundreds, occasionally thousands, of miles long. Now a mature technology, SCADA includes, but is not limited to, software packages that can be incorporated in a larger system. After completing its 14 self-study units, readers should be conversant with SCADA nomenclature and architecture, understand the basic technology of the system's building blocks, understand its limitations, understand how it can benefit particular operations, and have a basis for selecting appropriate SCADA technologies for their operational requirements.

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Total waste of time and money.......2005-10-26

Info: I read the 3rd edition what was published in 2004.

General: The book is easy to read and does not keep repeating itself. The chapters are ordered in a way that seems logical.

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70% of the book has nothing to do with SCADA but is informing you on ways of communicating, which can be used for SCADA. This part was written in a time that a 1200 baud modem was state of the art equipment AND THAT WAS NOT 2004! The rest of the book gives you a global idea what the difference is between RTU's and MTU's and what they can do. Based on the fact that the communication part is completely outdated this will be as well. It did not give me any additional information on what I already new.

A book with a very specific orientation.......2002-03-26

This book is NOT suited for electrical engineers who want to learn SCADA. It is, however, adequate for business men or managers who would like to acquire a general (very general indeed)understanding of SCADA terminology. Themes within the book are treated superficially sometimes, with a greater depth in others (such as when addressing protocols) that is not consistent nor coherent. I do not recommend this book for a Power Systems Engineer, student of such systems, or any electric or electronic engineer that wishes to understand SCADA.

Excellent for training.......2002-02-05

For training technicians, this book provides an excellent introduction to how SCADA systems work. Most of the more detailed system information requires training and manuals from specific vendors who usually provide good information on their products but little in the way of a system-wide view.

SCADA Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, 2nd edition.......2001-04-26

I found this book to contain mostly dated, simplistic information and believe it to be unsuitable for an engineer. It will NOT advance the expertise of anyone with even minor expertise in this field. I'm stunned that it has ISA backing and is a second edition. Don't waste your time on this book unless you need only a casual, conceptual understanding of this subject.

Very helpfull for training.......2000-10-27

I had to prepared an introduction course on SCADA system. This book by himself is a complete course. I had no trouble to find information and build a 3 days course to engineer learner. They were very satisfy with the contents of this book. Thank you for your sugestion to purchase it.

Blood gas analysers (Technical bulletin)

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Blood gas analysers (Technical bulletin)
K Dixon
Manufacturer: Association of Clinical Biochemists
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Unknown Binding
ASIN: B0007B7FUA

Manometric methods: Detail of procedure for the manometric gas apparatus of Van Slyke and Neill

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Manometric methods: Detail of procedure for the manometric gas apparatus of Van Slyke and Neill
Martin Edward Hanke
Manufacturer: University of Chicago
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Binding: Unknown Binding
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A review of instrumentation and methods for the measurement of air pollutants: Project no. HA-1-23, Analysis of flue products from gas-fired appliances ... - American Gas Association Laboratories)

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A review of instrumentation and methods for the measurement of air pollutants: Project no. HA-1-23, Analysis of flue products from gas-fired appliances ... - American Gas Association Laboratories)
Robert L Himmel
Manufacturer: Cleveland Laboratories, American Gas Association Laboratories
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Binding: Unknown Binding

Techniques for study of rapid reactions of interest to respiratory physiology (Techniques in respiratory physiology)

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Techniques for study of rapid reactions of interest to respiratory physiology (Techniques in respiratory physiology)
R. A. B Holland
Manufacturer: Sole distributors for the U.S.A. and Canada
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Techniques using OÂ‚Â‚ electrodes in respiratory physiology (Techniques in respiratory physiology)

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Techniques using OÂ‚Â‚ electrodes in respiratory physiology (Techniques in respiratory physiology)
F Kreuzer
Manufacturer: Sole distributors for the U.S.A. and Canada, Elsevier Scientific Pub. Co
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Binding: Unknown Binding
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