International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management, 2011
Purpose–The purpose of this paper is to identify and examine the major forces that are changing t... more Purpose–The purpose of this paper is to identify and examine the major forces that are changing the way biopharmaceutical medications are purchased, distributed, and sold throughout the supply chain. This will become important as healthcare reform moves ...
... Reconsidering Modular Design Rules in a Dynamic Service Context Jason Nichols1, Michael Goul2... more ... Reconsidering Modular Design Rules in a Dynamic Service Context Jason Nichols1, Michael Goul2, Kevin Dooley2, and Haluk Demirkan2 1 Spears School of Business, Oklahoma State University 2 WP Carey School of Business, Arizona State University Abstract. ...
Nonlinear dynamics, psychology, and life sciences, 2009
The "Butterfly Effect" metaphor states with variance that the flap of a butterfly's... more The "Butterfly Effect" metaphor states with variance that the flap of a butterfly's wings in Brazil can cause a tornado in Texas. This metaphor has become part of the common vernacular of Western culture. In this paper I discuss the origins of the metaphor, examine its current usage within popular culture, and present an argument as to why it is popular. I propose that the metaphor is a type of semantic attractor, a narrative device with invariant meaning but audience-specific contextualization. Finally I address whether the Butterfly Effect metaphor is a good example of itself.
Many health care organizations have found themselves involved in mergers, acquisitions, alliances... more Many health care organizations have found themselves involved in mergers, acquisitions, alliances, networks, and other forms of structural change in order to reduce costs, improve utilization and service breadth, increase market leverage, and reduce variation in demand. This article examines three levels of communication issues that interact with one another and impact the likelihood of successful postmerger integration: affect, discursive frame, and negotiating position.
International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management, 2011
Purpose–The purpose of this paper is to identify and examine the major forces that are changing t... more Purpose–The purpose of this paper is to identify and examine the major forces that are changing the way biopharmaceutical medications are purchased, distributed, and sold throughout the supply chain. This will become important as healthcare reform moves ...
... Reconsidering Modular Design Rules in a Dynamic Service Context Jason Nichols1, Michael Goul2... more ... Reconsidering Modular Design Rules in a Dynamic Service Context Jason Nichols1, Michael Goul2, Kevin Dooley2, and Haluk Demirkan2 1 Spears School of Business, Oklahoma State University 2 WP Carey School of Business, Arizona State University Abstract. ...
Nonlinear dynamics, psychology, and life sciences, 2009
The "Butterfly Effect" metaphor states with variance that the flap of a butterfly's... more The "Butterfly Effect" metaphor states with variance that the flap of a butterfly's wings in Brazil can cause a tornado in Texas. This metaphor has become part of the common vernacular of Western culture. In this paper I discuss the origins of the metaphor, examine its current usage within popular culture, and present an argument as to why it is popular. I propose that the metaphor is a type of semantic attractor, a narrative device with invariant meaning but audience-specific contextualization. Finally I address whether the Butterfly Effect metaphor is a good example of itself.
Many health care organizations have found themselves involved in mergers, acquisitions, alliances... more Many health care organizations have found themselves involved in mergers, acquisitions, alliances, networks, and other forms of structural change in order to reduce costs, improve utilization and service breadth, increase market leverage, and reduce variation in demand. This article examines three levels of communication issues that interact with one another and impact the likelihood of successful postmerger integration: affect, discursive frame, and negotiating position.
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