quarter 2
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It is the proactive task of identifying, analyzing and improving upon existing business processes within an organization for optimization and to meet new quotas or standards of quality.
process improvement
goal of process improvement
reducing process time improving output quality cutting out waste
Creating a better product with the same input of resources. Finding steps within the process that negatively influence the endproduct, resulting in defects and error.
Improving Output Quality
It is finding ways of carrying out the process faster or more efficiently Like, eliminating useless steps or to adopt new technology
Reducing Process Time
Discover wasteful processes and cutting them out of the workflow This may either help achieve the first two goals or simply just improve overall productivity.
Cutting Out Waste
STEPS OF PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
Keep an eye on the prize Be proactive Put employees at the core Just do it Mix and merge Expect to make a long-term commitment Keep options open
It is a program or intervention involves the collection of routine data that measures progress toward achieving program objectives. It is used to track changes in program outputs and performance over time. It provides regular feedback and early indications of progress (or lack of progress). Its purpose is to permit the management and stakeholders to make informed decisions regarding the effectiveness of programs and the efficient use of resources.
MONITORING
Assessing employee’s efficiency, identify who is working hard and who is not, and improving the workplace’s overall productivity. It is a way of knowing of how effective the staff, team, department and organization are. It is important because it can make the difference between success and failure.
PERFORMANCE MONITORING
It is the result will achieve when surveying customers with the ‘would you recommend’ question. 0-6 (Detractors), 7-8 (Passives), 9-10 (Promoters) NPS= Percent promoters – Percent Detractors
Net Promoter (NPS)
How would you rate your overall experience with the product?’ 1-very unsatisfied, 2- unsatisfied, 3- neutral, 4-satisfied, 5-very satisfied % of satisfied customers = # of satisfied customers / # of satisfaction survey responses
Customer Satisfaction Score (CSAT)
‘How much effort did you have to put forth to handle your request?’ 1- I had to put very little effort to get the problem solved, 5 or 7 – I had to go through hell trying to get my problem solved. In measuring, just calculate the average score.
Customer Effort Score (CES)
POSITIVE EFFECTIVE FEEDBACK TO COWORKER
Be honest yet fair Provide relevant feedback Be specific and thorough Keep it professional Remember your feedback is only part of the equation
It is about communicating with a supplier regarding a given procurement process. Embedding suppliers __into procurement process informs commitment to continuous improvement its relationship with the company.
SUPPLIERS FEEDBACK
Think through each competency on the review form and give a score you feel is appropriate based on your experience with the employee.
Be honest yet fair
Consult the descriptions included on the review form so you provide feedback that aligns with your employer’s expectations.
Provide relevant feedback
Provide examples and additional information in the comments field so the employee receives actionable feedback they can use to improve.
Be specific and thorough
t’s fine to be critical but never be rude. Remember that feedback is screened before it’s shared with the employee.
Keep it professional
You’re one of many raters evaluating your coworker so do your best to give detailed feedback but don’t be surprised if it’s not acted on.
Remember your feedback is only part of the equation
TASK IDENTIFICATION
PLANNING PREPARING
is the process of thinking about the activities required to achieve a desired goal. It is the first and foremost activity to achieve desired results.
PLANNING PREPARING
is a program or group of programs designed for end users.
Application software
may be bundled with the computer and its system software or published separately, and may be coded as proprietary, open-source or university projects.
Applications
Apps built for mobile platforms are called
mobile apps
COMPUTER HARDWARE
Keyboard Mouse Hard drives Monitor System Unit
TYPES OF APPLICATION SOFTWARE
Word Processing Software Spreadsheet Software Database Software Application Suites Multimedia Software Communication Software Internet Browsers Email Programs
Tools that are used to create word sheets and type documents etc.
Word Processing Software
It is used to compute quantitative data
Spreadsheet Software
Used to store data and sort information.
Database Software
A collection or related programs sold as a package.
Application Suites
Tools used for a mixture of audio, video, image and text content.
Multimedia Software
Tools that connect systems and allow text, audio, and video-based communication.
Communication Software
Used to access and view websites.
Internet Browsers
Software used for emailing.
Email Programs
WORD PROCESSING SOFTWARE
Word WordPad Notepad AppleWorks
SPREADSHEET SOFTWARE
iNumbers Microsoft Excel Quattro Pro X9
DATABASE SOFTWARE
MySQL DB2 SQL Server File Maker ORACLE DATABASE Microsoft Access
APPLICATION SUITES
LibreOffice OpenOffice SmartSuite Office365 Office
MULTIMEDIA SOFTWARE
VLC nero realplayer Windows Media Player 11
COMMUNICATION SOFTWARE
Viber Google Meet Skype Zoom Windows NetMeeting
INTERNET BROWSERS
Firefox Safari Google Opera Browser Microsoft Edge
EMAIL PROGRAMS
Apple Mail Yahoo Outlook Webmail Hotmail Google mail
A series of operations on data, especially by a computer, to retrieve, transform, or classify information. Manipulation of data by a computer. It includes the conversion of raw data to machine-readable form, flow of data through the CPU and memory to output devices, and formatting or transformation of output.
DATA PROCESSING
They store virtually all of the data and applications on a computer, except for hardware which is generally managed through separate read-only memory or ROM.
STORAGE DEVICES
TYPES OF STORAGE DEVICES
PRIMARY STORAGE PRIMARY STORAGE
Generally smaller in size and are designed to hold data temporarily. They are internal to the computer and have the fastest data access speed. This include RAM and cache memory
PRIMARY STORAGE
Usually have larger storage capacity, and they store data permanently. They can be internal or external to the computer. This include hard disk, optical disk and USB storage devices.
SECONDARY STORAGE
It is the process of designing or arranging workplaces, products and systems so that they fit the people who use them. __ aims to create safe, comfortable and productive workspaces by bringing human abilities and limitations into the design of a workspace, including the individual’s body size, strength, skill, speed, sensory abilities (vision, hearing), and even attitudes.
ERGONOMICS
A system of organization of icons on a screen.
desktop
A small graphical representation of a program or file.
icon
A location for storing files on your computer. These are found in hierarchical files system, such as Linux, MS-DOS, OS/2, and Unix.
DIRECTORIES
A ___ is an object on a computer that stores data, information, settings, or commands used with a computer program.
file
A __ , also called a directory, is a space used to store files, other __ , and shortcuts on a computer.
folder
A location where deleted files or folders are temporarily stored. It allows users to recover files that were deleted in Windows.
RECYCLE BIN
6 Secret Keyboarding Techniques for Typing Faster
Maintain erect posture during typing Deploy touch typing Use correct fingering Put the habit of looking only at the screen Press non-letter keys properly Keep a pace in typing
It refers do typing without using the sense of sight to find the keys.
touch type or touch keyboarding
A typists who do not look at the keyboard but do not use home row either are referred to as
hybrid typists
_____ keys (on a QWERTY keyboard) represent the base position
F D S A and J K L
Use the thumb of whichever hand is more convenient for you to press the __ key
Space
The base position on the numeric pad is the number ___ key for the middle finger,
5
___ for the index finger
4
__ for the ring finger
6
file menu options in current program
Alt + F
edit options in current program
Alt + E
Universal help (for all programs)
F1
select all text
Ctrl + A
cut selected item
Ctrl X
cut selected item (2)
Shift + Del
copy selected item
Ctrl + C
copy selected item (2)
Ctrl + Ins
Paste
Ctrl + V
Paste (2)
Shift + Ins
Go to beginning of current lline
Home
Go to beginning of document
Ctrl + Home
Go to end of current line
End
go to end of document
Ctrl + End
Highlight from current position to beginning of line
Shift + Home
Highlight from current position to end of line
Shift + End
Move on word to the left at a time
Ctrl + <-
move one word to the right at a time
Ctrl + ->
WAYS TO TAKE CARE OF KEYBOARD
WIRE SAFETY AVOID LIQUIDS AVOID EATING NEAR THE KEYBOARD PRESS THE KEYS SOFTLY COVER AFTER USE CLEAN IT PROPERLY CARE FOR BATTERIES
how to wire safety
Avoid bending Don’t place heavy on it to avoid stress which can cause breakage or cuts.
what can liquids cause to keyboard
can damage internal circuit
WHY AVOID EATING NEAR THE KEYBOARD
Small pieces of food that fall and enter the circuit will stop one or more keys to function. Insects might reside in the keyboard.
WHY PRESS THE KEYS SOFTLY
helps printed characters on leys to long last
WHY COVER AFTER USE
To avoid dust particles.
HOW TO CLEAN KEYBOARD PROPERLY
Use lint free cloth to avoid scratches on the keyboard. Use a vacuum cleaner, air blower or 90% isopropyl alcohol. Never use ethyl based alcohol because it can harm the keyboard as well as other parts of computer.
HOW TO CARE FOR BATTERIES
Change the low batteries right away and clean up the space before replacing new batteries.
PROPER WAYS TO CLEAN A KEYBOARD Method 1:
removing debris from a keyboard: Shut down the computer and detach all connecting cables. Turn the keyboard upside down to shake out loose debris. Use compressed air to blow dust and debris out from the keys. Use a dust vacuum to sweep up hard to remove debris. Clean around the keys with a cloth swab dipped in isopropyl alcohol. Scrub the keyboard with a cloth dampened in isopropyl alcohol. Polish the keyboard with a lint-free cloth
PROPER WAYS TO CLEAN A KEYBOARD Method 2:
Treating Liquid Spills Turn off the computer and unplug the keyboard right away. Turn the keyboard upside down to shake out the liquid. Dry the keyboard with a microfiber cloth. Let the keyboard air dry for at least 24 hours. Test the keyboard for sticky keys and other signs of damage.
PROPER WAYS TO CLEAN A KEYBOARD Method 3:
Cleaning Inside a Keyboard Switch off the computer and disconnect the keyboard. Pull the keys off with a screwdriver if they are removable. Unscrew the keyboard and pull it apart if possible. Place the keys in a colander to wash them in warm water. Wash the empty faceplate with soap and warm water. Wipe the other half of the keyboard with a cloth and isopropyl alcohol. Clean the keys stems with cotton swabs dipped in isopropyl alcohol Let the keyboard dry for 2 to 3 days. Replace the keyboard p…
is considered a quasi-experimental study examining how an independent variable, present prior to the study, affects a dependent variable
Ex Post Facto
Ex Post Facto is considered as
quasi-experimental
test for the relationship between two variables. It is conducted on a minimum of two groups in order to explain a noticed occurrence then it is analyzed mathematically to draw conclusions about the effect that one has on the other. Typically, not causation, should not make assumption from ___ research alone.
correlational research
3 types of correlational research:
positive negative no correlational
increase/decrease in independent variable is associated with an increase/decrease also in dependent variable
positive
an increase in independent variable is associated in a decrease in dependent variable
negative
no correlation between 2 variables
no correlational
this method is oftentimes a survey or a normative approach to study prevailing conditions. It involves discretion, recognition, analysis, and interpretation. The collection of data is also essential in order to test hypotheses or to answer questions concerning the current status of the subject of the study
descriptive
these types of researchers examining patterns of similarities and differences across moderate number of cases. It establishes familiarity with each case included in a study
comparative researchers
types of experimental research
quasi-experimental research true experimental design