(1984). Computers Help Technicians Become Managers. Instructional Innovator, v29 n3 p18 Mar. Briefly describes the Academy of Advanced Traffic's use of the Numerax electronic tariff library in financial management, business logistics management, and warehousing courses to familiarize future traffic managers with time saving computer-based information systems that will free them to become integral members of their company's decision-making teams. (MBR)…
(1984). The Telecommunications Environment and Its Implications for System Design. Microcomputers for Information Management: An International Journal for Library and Information Services, v1 n2 p125-37 Jun. Discusses changing telecommunications environment and effect these changes might have on information systems design. Major telecommunications factors and trends reviewed are classified as technical (application of computer technologies to classical telecommunications problems), economic, and regulatory policy related (divestiture of American Telephone and Telegraph Company and resultant new tariff structures). (Author/MBR)…
(1997). A Framework for Global Electronic Commerce: An Executive Summary. Telecommunications, v31 n9 p35-36,40 Sep. An abbreviated version of a longer policy document on electronic commerce released by the Clinton Administration, this article examines principles and recommendations on tariffs, taxes, electronic payment systems, uniform commercial code for electronic commerce, intellectual property protection, privacy, security, telecommunications infrastructure and information technology, Internet content, and technical standards. (PEN)…
(1989). Welfare Triangles and Economic Policy Analysis. Economics, v25 pt2 n106 p56-61 Sum. Shows how the concepts of consumer's surplus and producer's surplus can be related to basic welfare economics. Provides illustrations of the ways in which these concepts can be applied in introductory economics courses. Examines the social cost of monopoly, the tax burden, free trade, tariffs, and the English Channel Tunnel. (KO)…
(1992). GATT and the Environment: Examining the Issues. International Environmental Affairs, v4 n3 p203-33 Sum. Synthesizes the debate concerning what steps should be taken when General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) rules conflict with environmental protection. Discusses using trade to influence other countries; unilateralism; extrajurisdiction application; GATT rights; national environmental measures; multilateral environmental measures; and the need for limits. Includes 126 reference notes. (MDH)…
(1997). Estimating the Costs to Consumers of the U.S. Sugar Quota: An Exercise for Introductory Economics Classes. Journal of Economic Education, v28 n2 p173-81 Spr. Provides a classroom exercise using the restrictive tariffs on sugar to examine issues of protectionism and international trade. Discusses related issues such as the North American Free Trade Agreement and the formation of large regional trading blocks. Includes a hands-on calculation of the economic impact of the quota on consumers. (MJP)…
(1992). We're on a Merry-Go-Round to Hell. New Ground, n8 p38-40 Win. Discusses ecological, social, and moral issues associated with destruction of rural communities, industrial agriculture, gene patenting and international trade. Analyzes agricultural ramifications of the Common Agriculture Policy (CAP) and the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade. Cites these and other measures as the struggle of industrialized countries to maintain control and possibly vehicles for "neo-colonialism." (MCO)…
(1996). Is ISDN in Your Future?. Searcher, v4 n5 p45-47 May. Outlines the advantages and disadvantages of Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN) and advises potential users to consider: (1) service availability; (2) service levels offered; (3) service level needed; (4) installation fees; (5) tariff structure; (6) equipment needed; and (7) installation and configuration requirements. A sidebar relates the author's experience getting ISDN installed cheaply following the 1994 Northridge (CA) earthquake. (BEW)…
(1984). New Republic to Civil War: Booklet 2. Critical Thinking in American History. [Student Manual]. One of a series of curriculum materials in U.S. history designed to teach critical thinking skills systematically, this student booklet presents high school students with supplementary lessons on the new Republic, the Jacksonian era, slavery and the Civil War. The student booklet begins with a guide to critical thinking which offers an explanation of types of arguments in history, examples of fallacies, a checklist for evaluating evidence, a method for analyzing value positions, ways of identifying assumptions, and models for analyzing arguments. Lesson topics include: the Jay Treaty and John Marshall's role in U.S. history, causes of the War of 1812, the case of "McCulloch versus Maryland," Alexander Hamilton's report on manufacturers, the philosophy of artist Asher B. Durand, the spoils system, the nullification of tariff by South Carolina in 1832, the Tariff of 1818, Jacksonian democracy, defenses of and attacks on slavery, the slave diet, Fort Sumter, viewpoints on the…
(1970). Television Microwave–1971. Since it became a reality just before World War II, terrestrial microwave has improved in systems and equipments, but with the improvements have come higher costs. Television microwave costs are so high because users are demanding more capability, land prices have increased, operating costs are higher, and there is frequency congestion along many systems. The rate for television microwave service may be as low as $27.50 per mile for the so-called "ETV Tariff," or as high as $90.00 per mile for the tariff 260 used by most commercial stations and networks. There are instances where the television broadcaster or system user can do his own microwave portions to his advantage, but this is not true in all situations. When microwave needs get to multiple channels, several relays, or requires special performance conditions, the user should consider leasing the service from qualified carriers rather than attempting to do it himself. The user can minimize his costs by acquainting… [PDF]
(1977). Communications–Getting the Act Together. This document provides a discussion of the policy implications of a proposed bill introduced in the Canadian House of Commons in Spring 1977 relating to the regulation of telecommunications in Canada. This act, which can be viewed as an attempt to make telecommunications more responsive to changing technology and to provincial concerns, seeks to reemphasize federal jurisdiction over such areas as licensing, programming content, restriction of the freedom of expression, and the setting of rates and tariffs. (Author/STS)…
(1981). A Nationwide Communication System for the Hearing Impaired: Strategies Toward Commercial Implementation. Final Report. The purpose of this report is to assess the viability of developing commercial computer communications networks to provide communications services to the deaf community on a nationwide basis. Access to this network is considered for existing Baudot/Weitbrecht Telecommunications Devices for the Deaf (TDDs) and ASCII terminals with Bell modems. The basic communications needs of the deaf and the potential market for a Deaf Network and Associated Services are defined. Examination of key concepts used to determine the commercial feasibility of DNAS, including supply and demand considerations and subsidy mechanisms, is followed by a review of current telecommunications provisions for the deaf, particularly Deafnet, a computer-based communication demonstration system. After discussing factors involved in a national commercial vendor-based framework for DNAS with special consideration of tariff design, the commericial performance of DNAS as it might be offered to a specific target… [PDF]
(1998). Purchasing Energy. Managing School Facilities, Guide 5. This booklet examines the purchasing choices which will be available with the introduction of full competition for all electricity and gas supplies in the United Kingdom, giving schools the chance to make significant savings on energy costs. The guide offers detailed purchasing information on such topics as tariff structures, contract energy management, the types of contract energy management available, and transportation charges. The central role of energy management is stressed, and the accounting procedures and tools required to maximize savings are described. (GR)… [PDF]
(1976). Issues in Primary Prevention in Substance Abuse. A Statement. The purpose of the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism is to reduce the incidence of social, psychological, and health problems due to the use of alcohol. Soliciting financial support for primary prevention programs is difficult because of: (1) Federal, state, and local revenues derived from sales of alcoholic beverages; (2) The power of the alcohol beverage industry; (3) The lack of data measuring the effectiveness of such programs; (4) The lack of longitudinal studies; and (5) The structure of international trade and tariff agreements. (Author)… [PDF]
(1986). Electronic Collection and Dissemination of Information by Federal Agencies. Hearings before a Subcommittee of the Committee on Government Operations, House of Representatives, Ninety-Ninth Congress, First Session (April 29, June 26, October 18, 1985). This document provides a complete record of testimony presented at a series of hearings before the U.S. Congress on the electronic collection and dissemination of information by federal agencies. In looking at the effect of new computer and communications technology on government information activities and practices, the hearings considered such issues as the capabilities and expense of modern computerized information systems, and the consequent reevaluation of the role of government agencies in the dissemination of public information. The first day of hearings concentrated on the EDGAR (Electronic Data Gathering, Analysis, and Retrieval) system developed at the Securities and Exchange Commission. Testimony on the second day considered the proposal of the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) to establish an automated tariff filing and information system. To explore potential conflict between the FMC and the private sector, some of the companies offering tariff automation services… [PDF]