Refugees access to health care in Canada The Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) regulates the provision of health care to refugees in Canada. It was formed in 1957 by the federal government. The Citizen and Immigration Canada took over its leadership in 1995. It has been responsible for its management since then. Before 2012, IFHP […]
Racism and access to health care in Canada With the presence of diverse cultures in Canada, systematic racism continues to thrive. The dominant cultures are more recognized and well taken care of, while the minority are disregarded and offered poor quality health services. The immigrants, particularly refugees and the indigenous people face the highest level […]
Access to healthcare for people with disabilities in Canada Approximately one out of five people in Canada has a disability. According to the Canadian Disability Policy Alliance, people with disabilities face several challenges in health care settings. Some of them are attitudinal, systematic, physical and expertise barriers. More than 32% of disabled people face physical […]
The strategic importance of cloud computing in business organizations With the rapid development of technology, various systems, applications, and devices have been improvised to increase efficiency. Cloud computing is one of them. Cloud computing allows the processing and management of data using remote servers hosted on the internet. Businesses have embraced it due to its […]
Big data and its business impact In the past, only a few large companies were able to access big data due to the high prices of data collection and analytical tools. However, with the rapid growth of technology, both startups, and large companies are now able to access these tools. Big data plays a significant […]
Managerial issues in a networked organization A networked organization controls and coordinates its interactions to establish a single large entity. It uses digital technology and trained experts to create this networked environment. There are three types of networked organizations, internal, stable and dynamic. The internal networked organization has divided units that act as profit centers. […]
Mobile computing and its business implications Mobile computing entails the transfer of audio, video or data using wireless devices such as phones and tablets. These devices are used by businesses and customers. They are used for different purposes such as advertisements, shopping, and payments. Due to challenges such as limited data storage capacity, power constraints, […]
Emerging enterprise network applications A network comprises of computer devices that are connected to allow communication and interaction between people. A network application is a network software application that performs various functions when connected to the internet. It allows the sharing of information and resources. There are two types of emerging applications, core commerce, and […]
Bullying and attachment style Bullying in schools has been one of the major concerns globally. A report released by the US Department of Education revealed that 32% of students between 12 and 18 years had experienced bullying in schools. 24% of them felt unsafe. Schools have become breeding grounds for bullies. Children who experience bullying […]
How lean thinking and Six Sigma can be used to improve health care quality The high cost of health care has been associated with several factors. Among them is the rapid growth of technology, an increase in the aging population and operational inefficiencies. Operational inefficiencies have played a dominant role in the disparities witnessed in […]