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Collaborative new product development adoption in small and medium businesses

For small and medium businesses (SMB) product introductions are one of the most significant sources of new customer, revenue and profit growth. As a result, the new product development strategies, tools, techniques and processes they rely on of a strategic importance.

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Municipal bankruptcy under Chapter 9: history and legal framework

Chapter 9 is the section of the bankruptcy code dealing with municipal reorganization. It is intended to provide relief for municipalities from their creditors while they try to renegotiate their debt. This may be in the form of refinancing, extending maturities, or reducing principal or interest.

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Distinguishing transformational and charismatic leadership styles

This paper discusses the qualities of great leaders, and examine specifically the characteristics of transformational leaders and charismatic leaders. There are various leadership styles, which may be dictated by the management culture as well as the needs of the organization or venture.

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Keystroke analysis as biometric authentication for cell phone security

Biometrics is becoming an increasingly popular method of identifying unique human characteristics as a means of authenticating an individual's identity.

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Religion's influence on voting behavior and Catholic conservatism

Religion has continued to play an important role in the politics and society in the contemporary world which is characterized by ideas that are interconnected. In fact secularization theories have been found to be wanting in comparison to the influence of religion in politics.

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Web 2.0 and social networking: technology, culture, and implications

The second phase of the Web development, commonly known as Web 2.0, has increased in significance and potential with the proliferation of the social networking phenomenon.

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Autism diagnosis, intervention, and social adjustment outcomes

This literature review is a comprehensive introduction of autism to people with little or no specialized knowledge.

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Spirituality and religiosity in holistic nursing care

Spirituality is often equated with religiosity and then fundamentally neglected in medical care, as a result of the perceived need to limit potential sensitive and personal discussion, especially with regard to differences of opinion regarding beliefs and practices between all individuals involved.

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Populism, progressivism, and the New Deal as reform movements

Populism has a strong tradition in American political culture, especially since the late nineteenth century.

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Obama's spending package and transportation infrastructure modernization

How might this impact global supply chain efficiency?

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