BBS Granite Concepts, are able to offer almost every type of natural stone from around the world. Currently importing from China, Vietnam, Spain, Portugal and Italy. In addition Granite Concepts can now offer genuine Scottish Whinstone.
BBS Granite Concepts is staffed by individuals who all extensive experience of the natural stone industry. This wealth of experience is invaluable when considering the now often complex jobs, how they should be planned, detailed, quality controlled and administered.
Natural Granite is a common and widely occurring type of intrusive, felsic, igneous rock. Natural granite has a medium to coarse texture, occasionally with some individual crystals larger than the groundmass forming a rock known as porphyry. Granites can be pink to dark grey or even black, depending on their chemistry and mineralogy. Outcrops of granite tend to form tors, and rounded massifs. Granites sometimes occur in circular depressions surrounded by a range of hills, formed by the metamorphic aureole or hornfels.
Granite is nearly always massive (lacking internal structures), hard and tough, and therefore it has gained widespread use as a construction stone. The average density of granite is 2.75 g/cm3 and its viscosity at standard temperature and pressure is ~4.5 • 1019 Pa·s [1] . The word granite comes from the Latin granum, a grain, in reference to the coarse-grained structure of such a crystalline rock. BBS Granite Concepts have put together a gallery of the most widely used Portuguese and Chinese granites for you to view.
There are numerous mortar systems currently on the market and our products have been laid using most of them.
Instarmac Group plc is a multi award-winning market leading company, a specialist in the manufacture and distribution of cement, bitumen and resin based products to the world market for over 30 years. We have built a solid reputation based on the research, development and manufacture of innovative products for use in the highway maintenance, concrete repair, streetscape, tiling and commercial flooring industries. All of our products are manufactured under the Quality Management System BS EN ISO 9001.We are committed to delivering high specification, rapid strength, fast-track products and systems to ensure high standards of quality and resilience. We offer everyone expert customer service, technical advice, site support, comprehensive bespoke training and RIBA CPD accredited seminars.
Innovation, Research and Development are stimulated by the relationships with our customers – listening to needs and providing real solutions.
QCI's Capability Statement - Hydrology and Hydrogeology EngineeringMaulana Ibrahim Rau
PT. Quantus Consultants Indonesia (QCI) was established to provide integrated engineering services especially to the mining industry in Indonesia. They aim to support clients from exploration to operations. QCI creates value for stakeholders by considering sustainability, health and safety, and good practices. Their team of experienced local engineers provides advisory services and assistance to mining and other industries in Indonesia.
GAPP Architects and Urban Designers - rail portfoliotsteer
GAPP is an infrastructure and architecture firm with over 40 years of experience in Africa and South Africa. The firm has completed over 400 prestigious projects and received 40 local and international awards. GAPP has offices in Johannesburg and Cape Town that provide services including architecture, urban design, urban development, strategies, services design, information technology, and town planning. The document then highlights some of GAPP's major transit and transportation-oriented development projects, and provides curricula vitae for two of its directors with decades of experience in urban planning and design.
Augmented Reality with the Intel® RealSense™ SDK and R200 CameraIntel® Software
The document discusses augmented reality development best practices using the Intel RealSense R200 depth camera and SDK. It provides an overview of the R200 camera capabilities, sample use cases for tablet AR, and user experience guidelines. It also demonstrates the SDK's scene perception capabilities for tracking, reconstruction, and adding virtual objects to live camera feeds. The document recommends configurations for scene perception and guidelines for AR applications using additional RealSense cameras.
The document describes several urban development and architectural projects completed by Compact Portfolio Architects + Urban Designers. It summarizes projects including the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront development in Cape Town, which has become a premier tourist destination; the Roggebaai Canal precinct encompassing residential, retail, and the Cape Town Convention Centre; and the Umhlanga Ridge New Town Centre and other developments in Durban.
The document contains information about global trends in renewable energy investment, Australia's solar future, and the need for additional signatures for the Kyoto Protocol '2'.
It includes charts and graphs showing annual global investment in new renewable capacity increasing from $50 billion in 2004 to over $300 billion in 2020. It also shows Australia's solar capacity projected to grow from 1.5 gigawatts in 2020 to over 15 gigawatts by 2040.
Additionally, it provides a table listing countries that have and have not signed the Kyoto Protocol '2', with notable countries not signing including Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Russia, Japan, and the United States.
Communications service providers are under pressure to transition from growth-based business models focused on subscriber numbers to value-based models focused on profitability and margins. WEDO Technologies is a software company that helps communications providers maximize the profitability of their existing investments and get costs under control through successful project management and a focus on customer satisfaction. As a 100% subsidiary of SonaeCom with over 400 employees working with 100 customers in 66 countries, WEDO has a strong track record and local presence to support this industry transition.
This document summarizes information about Peoplefluent, a human resources SaaS vendor formed through mergers. It provides details on Peoplefluent's product offerings including recruitment, talent management, and learning management solutions. The document also discusses Peoplefluent's client base, global footprint, typical customers, and the F5 products used including LTM, ASM, and iRules. It shares how Peoplefluent uses load balancing and iRules to solve problems and outlines their plan to implement Gomez RUM, prioritize iRules, upgrade to F5 version 11, and migrate from bigpipe to tmsh.
QCI's Capability Statement - Hydrology and Hydrogeology EngineeringMaulana Ibrahim Rau
PT. Quantus Consultants Indonesia (QCI) was established to provide integrated engineering services especially to the mining industry in Indonesia. They aim to support clients from exploration to operations. QCI creates value for stakeholders by considering sustainability, health and safety, and good practices. Their team of experienced local engineers provides advisory services and assistance to mining and other industries in Indonesia.
GAPP Architects and Urban Designers - rail portfoliotsteer
GAPP is an infrastructure and architecture firm with over 40 years of experience in Africa and South Africa. The firm has completed over 400 prestigious projects and received 40 local and international awards. GAPP has offices in Johannesburg and Cape Town that provide services including architecture, urban design, urban development, strategies, services design, information technology, and town planning. The document then highlights some of GAPP's major transit and transportation-oriented development projects, and provides curricula vitae for two of its directors with decades of experience in urban planning and design.
Augmented Reality with the Intel® RealSense™ SDK and R200 CameraIntel® Software
The document discusses augmented reality development best practices using the Intel RealSense R200 depth camera and SDK. It provides an overview of the R200 camera capabilities, sample use cases for tablet AR, and user experience guidelines. It also demonstrates the SDK's scene perception capabilities for tracking, reconstruction, and adding virtual objects to live camera feeds. The document recommends configurations for scene perception and guidelines for AR applications using additional RealSense cameras.
The document describes several urban development and architectural projects completed by Compact Portfolio Architects + Urban Designers. It summarizes projects including the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront development in Cape Town, which has become a premier tourist destination; the Roggebaai Canal precinct encompassing residential, retail, and the Cape Town Convention Centre; and the Umhlanga Ridge New Town Centre and other developments in Durban.
The document contains information about global trends in renewable energy investment, Australia's solar future, and the need for additional signatures for the Kyoto Protocol '2'.
It includes charts and graphs showing annual global investment in new renewable capacity increasing from $50 billion in 2004 to over $300 billion in 2020. It also shows Australia's solar capacity projected to grow from 1.5 gigawatts in 2020 to over 15 gigawatts by 2040.
Additionally, it provides a table listing countries that have and have not signed the Kyoto Protocol '2', with notable countries not signing including Australia, New Zealand, Canada, Russia, Japan, and the United States.
Communications service providers are under pressure to transition from growth-based business models focused on subscriber numbers to value-based models focused on profitability and margins. WEDO Technologies is a software company that helps communications providers maximize the profitability of their existing investments and get costs under control through successful project management and a focus on customer satisfaction. As a 100% subsidiary of SonaeCom with over 400 employees working with 100 customers in 66 countries, WEDO has a strong track record and local presence to support this industry transition.
This document summarizes information about Peoplefluent, a human resources SaaS vendor formed through mergers. It provides details on Peoplefluent's product offerings including recruitment, talent management, and learning management solutions. The document also discusses Peoplefluent's client base, global footprint, typical customers, and the F5 products used including LTM, ASM, and iRules. It shares how Peoplefluent uses load balancing and iRules to solve problems and outlines their plan to implement Gomez RUM, prioritize iRules, upgrade to F5 version 11, and migrate from bigpipe to tmsh.
Discovering the Best Indian Architects A Spotlight on Design Forum Internatio...Designforuminternational
India’s architectural landscape is a vibrant tapestry that weaves together the country's rich cultural heritage and its modern aspirations. From majestic historical structures to cutting-edge contemporary designs, the work of Indian architects is celebrated worldwide. Among the many firms shaping this dynamic field, Design Forum International stands out as a leader in innovative and sustainable architecture. This blog explores some of the best Indian architects, highlighting their contributions and showcasing the most famous architects in India.
Maximize Your Content with Beautiful Assets : Content & Asset for Landing Page pmgdscunsri
Figma is a cloud-based design tool widely used by designers for prototyping, UI/UX design, and real-time collaboration. With features such as precision pen tools, grid system, and reusable components, Figma makes it easy for teams to work together on design projects. Its flexibility and accessibility make Figma a top choice in the digital age.
ARENA - Young adults in the workplace (Knight Moves).pdfKnight Moves
Presentations of Bavo Raeymaekers (Project lead youth unemployment at the City of Antwerp), Suzan Martens (Service designer at Knight Moves) and Adriaan De Keersmaeker (Community manager at Talk to C)
during the 'Arena • Young adults in the workplace' conference hosted by Knight Moves.
EASY TUTORIAL OF HOW TO USE CAPCUT BY: FEBLESS HERNANEFebless Hernane
CapCut is an easy-to-use video editing app perfect for beginners. To start, download and open CapCut on your phone. Tap "New Project" and select the videos or photos you want to edit. You can trim clips by dragging the edges, add text by tapping "Text," and include music by selecting "Audio." Enhance your video with filters and effects from the "Effects" menu. When you're happy with your video, tap the export button to save and share it. CapCut makes video editing simple and fun for everyone!
Practical eLearning Makeovers for EveryoneBianca Woods
Welcome to Practical eLearning Makeovers for Everyone. In this presentation, we’ll take a look at a bunch of easy-to-use visual design tips and tricks. And we’ll do this by using them to spruce up some eLearning screens that are in dire need of a new look.
Architectural and constructions management experience since 2003 including 18 years located in UAE.
Coordinate and oversee all technical activities relating to architectural and construction projects,
including directing the design team, reviewing drafts and computer models, and approving design
changes.
Organize and typically develop, and review building plans, ensuring that a project meets all safety and
environmental standards.
Prepare feasibility studies, construction contracts, and tender documents with specifications and
tender analyses.
Consulting with clients, work on formulating equipment and labor cost estimates, ensuring a project
meets environmental, safety, structural, zoning, and aesthetic standards.
Monitoring the progress of a project to assess whether or not it is in compliance with building plans
and project deadlines.
Attention to detail, exceptional time management, and strong problem-solving and communication
skills are required for this role.
Explore the essential graphic design tools and software that can elevate your creative projects. Discover industry favorites and innovative solutions for stunning design results.
2024 State of Marketing Report – by HubspotMarius Sescu
https://www.hubspot.com/state-of-marketing
· Scaling relationships and proving ROI
· Social media is the place for search, sales, and service
· Authentic influencer partnerships fuel brand growth
· The strongest connections happen via call, click, chat, and camera.
· Time saved with AI leads to more creative work
· Seeking: A single source of truth
· TLDR; Get on social, try AI, and align your systems.
· More human marketing, powered by robots
ChatGPT is a revolutionary addition to the world since its introduction in 2022. A big shift in the sector of information gathering and processing happened because of this chatbot. What is the story of ChatGPT? How is the bot responding to prompts and generating contents? Swipe through these slides prepared by Expeed Software, a web development company regarding the development and technical intricacies of ChatGPT!
Discovering the Best Indian Architects A Spotlight on Design Forum Internatio...Designforuminternational
India’s architectural landscape is a vibrant tapestry that weaves together the country's rich cultural heritage and its modern aspirations. From majestic historical structures to cutting-edge contemporary designs, the work of Indian architects is celebrated worldwide. Among the many firms shaping this dynamic field, Design Forum International stands out as a leader in innovative and sustainable architecture. This blog explores some of the best Indian architects, highlighting their contributions and showcasing the most famous architects in India.
Maximize Your Content with Beautiful Assets : Content & Asset for Landing Page pmgdscunsri
Figma is a cloud-based design tool widely used by designers for prototyping, UI/UX design, and real-time collaboration. With features such as precision pen tools, grid system, and reusable components, Figma makes it easy for teams to work together on design projects. Its flexibility and accessibility make Figma a top choice in the digital age.
ARENA - Young adults in the workplace (Knight Moves).pdfKnight Moves
Presentations of Bavo Raeymaekers (Project lead youth unemployment at the City of Antwerp), Suzan Martens (Service designer at Knight Moves) and Adriaan De Keersmaeker (Community manager at Talk to C)
during the 'Arena • Young adults in the workplace' conference hosted by Knight Moves.
EASY TUTORIAL OF HOW TO USE CAPCUT BY: FEBLESS HERNANEFebless Hernane
CapCut is an easy-to-use video editing app perfect for beginners. To start, download and open CapCut on your phone. Tap "New Project" and select the videos or photos you want to edit. You can trim clips by dragging the edges, add text by tapping "Text," and include music by selecting "Audio." Enhance your video with filters and effects from the "Effects" menu. When you're happy with your video, tap the export button to save and share it. CapCut makes video editing simple and fun for everyone!
Practical eLearning Makeovers for EveryoneBianca Woods
Welcome to Practical eLearning Makeovers for Everyone. In this presentation, we’ll take a look at a bunch of easy-to-use visual design tips and tricks. And we’ll do this by using them to spruce up some eLearning screens that are in dire need of a new look.
Architectural and constructions management experience since 2003 including 18 years located in UAE.
Coordinate and oversee all technical activities relating to architectural and construction projects,
including directing the design team, reviewing drafts and computer models, and approving design
changes.
Organize and typically develop, and review building plans, ensuring that a project meets all safety and
environmental standards.
Prepare feasibility studies, construction contracts, and tender documents with specifications and
tender analyses.
Consulting with clients, work on formulating equipment and labor cost estimates, ensuring a project
meets environmental, safety, structural, zoning, and aesthetic standards.
Monitoring the progress of a project to assess whether or not it is in compliance with building plans
and project deadlines.
Attention to detail, exceptional time management, and strong problem-solving and communication
skills are required for this role.
Explore the essential graphic design tools and software that can elevate your creative projects. Discover industry favorites and innovative solutions for stunning design results.
2024 State of Marketing Report – by HubspotMarius Sescu
https://www.hubspot.com/state-of-marketing
· Scaling relationships and proving ROI
· Social media is the place for search, sales, and service
· Authentic influencer partnerships fuel brand growth
· The strongest connections happen via call, click, chat, and camera.
· Time saved with AI leads to more creative work
· Seeking: A single source of truth
· TLDR; Get on social, try AI, and align your systems.
· More human marketing, powered by robots
ChatGPT is a revolutionary addition to the world since its introduction in 2022. A big shift in the sector of information gathering and processing happened because of this chatbot. What is the story of ChatGPT? How is the bot responding to prompts and generating contents? Swipe through these slides prepared by Expeed Software, a web development company regarding the development and technical intricacies of ChatGPT!
Product Design Trends in 2024 | Teenage EngineeringsPixeldarts
The realm of product design is a constantly changing environment where technology and style intersect. Every year introduces fresh challenges and exciting trends that mold the future of this captivating art form. In this piece, we delve into the significant trends set to influence the look and functionality of product design in the year 2024.
How Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental HealthThinkNow
Mental health has been in the news quite a bit lately. Dozens of U.S. states are currently suing Meta for contributing to the youth mental health crisis by inserting addictive features into their products, while the U.S. Surgeon General is touring the nation to bring awareness to the growing epidemic of loneliness and isolation. The country has endured periods of low national morale, such as in the 1970s when high inflation and the energy crisis worsened public sentiment following the Vietnam War. The current mood, however, feels different. Gallup recently reported that national mental health is at an all-time low, with few bright spots to lift spirits.
To better understand how Americans are feeling and their attitudes towards mental health in general, ThinkNow conducted a nationally representative quantitative survey of 1,500 respondents and found some interesting differences among ethnic, age and gender groups.
Technology
For example, 52% agree that technology and social media have a negative impact on mental health, but when broken out by race, 61% of Whites felt technology had a negative effect, and only 48% of Hispanics thought it did.
While technology has helped us keep in touch with friends and family in faraway places, it appears to have degraded our ability to connect in person. Staying connected online is a double-edged sword since the same news feed that brings us pictures of the grandkids and fluffy kittens also feeds us news about the wars in Israel and Ukraine, the dysfunction in Washington, the latest mass shooting and the climate crisis.
Hispanics may have a built-in defense against the isolation technology breeds, owing to their large, multigenerational households, strong social support systems, and tendency to use social media to stay connected with relatives abroad.
Age and Gender
When asked how individuals rate their mental health, men rate it higher than women by 11 percentage points, and Baby Boomers rank it highest at 83%, saying it’s good or excellent vs. 57% of Gen Z saying the same.
Gen Z spends the most amount of time on social media, so the notion that social media negatively affects mental health appears to be correlated. Unfortunately, Gen Z is also the generation that’s least comfortable discussing mental health concerns with healthcare professionals. Only 40% of them state they’re comfortable discussing their issues with a professional compared to 60% of Millennials and 65% of Boomers.
Race Affects Attitudes
As seen in previous research conducted by ThinkNow, Asian Americans lag other groups when it comes to awareness of mental health issues. Twenty-four percent of Asian Americans believe that having a mental health issue is a sign of weakness compared to the 16% average for all groups. Asians are also considerably less likely to be aware of mental health services in their communities (42% vs. 55%) and most likely to seek out information on social media (51% vs. 35%).
AI Trends in Creative Operations 2024 by Artwork Flow.pdfmarketingartwork
Creative operations teams expect increased AI use in 2024. Currently, over half of tasks are not AI-enabled, but this is expected to decrease in the coming year. ChatGPT is the most popular AI tool currently. Business leaders are more actively exploring AI benefits than individual contributors. Most respondents do not believe AI will impact workforce size in 2024. However, some inhibitions still exist around AI accuracy and lack of understanding. Creatives primarily want to use AI to save time on mundane tasks and boost productivity.
Organizational culture includes values, norms, systems, symbols, language, assumptions, beliefs, and habits that influence employee behaviors and how people interpret those behaviors. It is important because culture can help or hinder a company's success. Some key aspects of Netflix's culture that help it achieve results include hiring smartly so every position has stars, focusing on attitude over just aptitude, and having a strict policy against peacocks, whiners, and jerks.
PEPSICO Presentation to CAGNY Conference Feb 2024Neil Kimberley
PepsiCo provided a safe harbor statement noting that any forward-looking statements are based on currently available information and are subject to risks and uncertainties. It also provided information on non-GAAP measures and directing readers to its website for disclosure and reconciliation. The document then discussed PepsiCo's business overview, including that it is a global beverage and convenient food company with iconic brands, $91 billion in net revenue in 2023, and nearly $14 billion in core operating profit. It operates through a divisional structure with a focus on local consumers.
Content Methodology: A Best Practices Report (Webinar)contently
This document provides an overview of content methodology best practices. It defines content methodology as establishing objectives, KPIs, and a culture of continuous learning and iteration. An effective methodology focuses on connecting with audiences, creating optimal content, and optimizing processes. It also discusses why a methodology is needed due to the competitive landscape, proliferation of channels, and opportunities for improvement. Components of an effective methodology include defining objectives and KPIs, audience analysis, identifying opportunities, and evaluating resources. The document concludes with recommendations around creating a content plan, testing and optimizing content over 90 days.
How to Prepare For a Successful Job Search for 2024Albert Qian
The document provides guidance on preparing a job search for 2024. It discusses the state of the job market, focusing on growth in AI and healthcare but also continued layoffs. It recommends figuring out what you want to do by researching interests and skills, then conducting informational interviews. The job search should involve building a personal brand on LinkedIn, actively applying to jobs, tailoring resumes and interviews, maintaining job hunting as a habit, and continuing self-improvement. Once hired, the document advises setting new goals and keeping skills and networking active in case of future opportunities.
A report by thenetworkone and Kurio.
The contributing experts and agencies are (in an alphabetical order): Sylwia Rytel, Social Media Supervisor, 180heartbeats + JUNG v MATT (PL), Sharlene Jenner, Vice President - Director of Engagement Strategy, Abelson Taylor (USA), Alex Casanovas, Digital Director, Atrevia (ES), Dora Beilin, Senior Social Strategist, Barrett Hoffher (USA), Min Seo, Campaign Director, Brand New Agency (KR), Deshé M. Gully, Associate Strategist, Day One Agency (USA), Francesca Trevisan, Strategist, Different (IT), Trevor Crossman, CX and Digital Transformation Director; Olivia Hussey, Strategic Planner; Simi Srinarula, Social Media Manager, The Hallway (AUS), James Hebbert, Managing Director, Hylink (CN / UK), Mundy Álvarez, Planning Director; Pedro Rojas, Social Media Manager; Pancho González, CCO, Inbrax (CH), Oana Oprea, Head of Digital Planning, Jam Session Agency (RO), Amy Bottrill, Social Account Director, Launch (UK), Gaby Arriaga, Founder, Leonardo1452 (MX), Shantesh S Row, Creative Director, Liwa (UAE), Rajesh Mehta, Chief Strategy Officer; Dhruv Gaur, Digital Planning Lead; Leonie Mergulhao, Account Supervisor - Social Media & PR, Medulla (IN), Aurelija Plioplytė, Head of Digital & Social, Not Perfect (LI), Daiana Khaidargaliyeva, Account Manager, Osaka Labs (UK / USA), Stefanie Söhnchen, Vice President Digital, PIABO Communications (DE), Elisabeth Winiartati, Managing Consultant, Head of Global Integrated Communications; Lydia Aprina, Account Manager, Integrated Marketing and Communications; Nita Prabowo, Account Manager, Integrated Marketing and Communications; Okhi, Web Developer, PNTR Group (ID), Kei Obusan, Insights Director; Daffi Ranandi, Insights Manager, Radarr (SG), Gautam Reghunath, Co-founder & CEO, Talented (IN), Donagh Humphreys, Head of Social and Digital Innovation, THINKHOUSE (IRE), Sarah Yim, Strategy Director, Zulu Alpha Kilo (CA).
Trends In Paid Search: Navigating The Digital Landscape In 2024Search Engine Journal
The search marketing landscape is evolving rapidly with new technologies, and professionals, like you, rely on innovative paid search strategies to meet changing demands.
It’s important that you’re ready to implement new strategies in 2024.
Check this out and learn the top trends in paid search advertising that are expected to gain traction, so you can drive higher ROI more efficiently in 2024.
You’ll learn:
- The latest trends in AI and automation, and what this means for an evolving paid search ecosystem.
- New developments in privacy and data regulation.
- Emerging ad formats that are expected to make an impact next year.
Watch Sreekant Lanka from iQuanti and Irina Klein from OneMain Financial as they dive into the future of paid search and explore the trends, strategies, and technologies that will shape the search marketing landscape.
If you’re looking to assess your paid search strategy and design an industry-aligned plan for 2024, then this webinar is for you.
5 Public speaking tips from TED - Visualized summarySpeakerHub
From their humble beginnings in 1984, TED has grown into the world’s most powerful amplifier for speakers and thought-leaders to share their ideas. They have over 2,400 filmed talks (not including the 30,000+ TEDx videos) freely available online, and have hosted over 17,500 events around the world.
With over one billion views in a year, it’s no wonder that so many speakers are looking to TED for ideas on how to share their message more effectively.
The article “5 Public-Speaking Tips TED Gives Its Speakers”, by Carmine Gallo for Forbes, gives speakers five practical ways to connect with their audience, and effectively share their ideas on stage.
Whether you are gearing up to get on a TED stage yourself, or just want to master the skills that so many of their speakers possess, these tips and quotes from Chris Anderson, the TED Talks Curator, will encourage you to make the most impactful impression on your audience.
See the full article and more summaries like this on SpeakerHub here: https://speakerhub.com/blog/5-presentation-tips-ted-gives-its-speakers
See the original article on Forbes here:
http://www.forbes.com/forbes/welcome/?toURL=http://www.forbes.com/sites/carminegallo/2016/05/06/5-public-speaking-tips-ted-gives-its-speakers/&refURL=&referrer=#5c07a8221d9b
ChatGPT and the Future of Work - Clark Boyd Clark Boyd
Everyone is in agreement that ChatGPT (and other generative AI tools) will shape the future of work. Yet there is little consensus on exactly how, when, and to what extent this technology will change our world.
Businesses that extract maximum value from ChatGPT will use it as a collaborative tool for everything from brainstorming to technical maintenance.
For individuals, now is the time to pinpoint the skills the future professional will need to thrive in the AI age.
Check out this presentation to understand what ChatGPT is, how it will shape the future of work, and how you can prepare to take advantage.
The document provides career advice for getting into the tech field, including:
- Doing projects and internships in college to build a portfolio.
- Learning about different roles and technologies through industry research.
- Contributing to open source projects to build experience and network.
- Developing a personal brand through a website and social media presence.
- Networking through events, communities, and finding a mentor.
- Practicing interviews through mock interviews and whiteboarding coding questions.
Google's Just Not That Into You: Understanding Core Updates & Search IntentLily Ray
1. Core updates from Google periodically change how its algorithms assess and rank websites and pages. This can impact rankings through shifts in user intent, site quality issues being caught up to, world events influencing queries, and overhauls to search like the E-A-T framework.
2. There are many possible user intents beyond just transactional, navigational and informational. Identifying intent shifts is important during core updates. Sites may need to optimize for new intents through different content types and sections.
3. Responding effectively to core updates requires analyzing "before and after" data to understand changes, identifying new intents or page types, and ensuring content matches appropriate intents across video, images, knowledge graphs and more.
A brief introduction to DataScience with explaining of the concepts, algorithms, machine learning, supervised and unsupervised learning, clustering, statistics, data preprocessing, real-world applications etc.
It's part of a Data Science Corner Campaign where I will be discussing the fundamentals of DataScience, AIML, Statistics etc.
Time Management & Productivity - Best PracticesVit Horky
Here's my presentation on by proven best practices how to manage your work time effectively and how to improve your productivity. It includes practical tips and how to use tools such as Slack, Google Apps, Hubspot, Google Calendar, Gmail and others.
The six step guide to practical project managementMindGenius
The six step guide to practical project management
If you think managing projects is too difficult, think again.
We’ve stripped back project management processes to the
basics – to make it quicker and easier, without sacrificing
the vital ingredients for success.
“If you’re looking for some real-world guidance, then The Six Step Guide to Practical Project Management will help.”
Dr Andrew Makar, Tactical Project Management
Beginners Guide to TikTok for Search - Rachel Pearson - We are Tilt __ Bright...
BBS Granite Concepts portfolio for landscape architects and civil engineers
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Algeria
Angola
Argentina
Armenia
Australia
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Bahrain
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Brazil
Brunei
Bulgaria
Burkina Faso
Cambodia
Cameroon
Canada
Chile
China
Colombia
Costa Rica
Croatia
Cuba
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Denmark
Djibouti
Ecuador
Egypt
El Salvador
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Zimbabwe
2. BBS was established 1990, full name BBS Brick and Stone, since then it has
supplied natural stone from UK sources, principally sandstones from Yorkshire
and Derbyshire. In 2007 a new Company was formed by the principals of BBS.
The Directors were getting frustrated that they could not offer imported stones
at competitive rates thereby limiting their ability to win a large number of
projects. Principally those consisting of a mixture of UK and imported materials.
The new Company, BBS Granite Concepts, are now able to offer almost members of staff. Firstly against the customer’s order then GC’s own
every type of natural stone from around the world. Currently importing written order against detail drawings. At the same time that the order
from China, Vietnam, Spain, Portugal and Italy. In addition Granite goes to the factory it is acknowledged to the customer with a request for
Concepts can now offer genuine Scottish Whinstone. any details to be “signed off”.
Granite Concepts is staffed by individuals who all have extensive Service levels are very important to Granite Concepts and as part of this
experience of the natural stone industry. This wealth of experience is each customer is provided with a regular up-date. Three weeks after any
invaluable when considering the now often complex jobs, how they order is placed with a Factory in the Far East or one week in the case of
should be planned, detailed, quality controlled and administered. Europe an up-date is given on progress. Should anything occur that might
have an effect upon the progress of any project it will be highlighted, to
From the outset, especially when involved at specification stage the customer, within the order up-date.
Granite Concepts will try and offer advice on finding practical solutions
to often encountered problems, assisting with writing sensible
A lot of time and effort is spent on improving the quality of crates and
specifications and value engineering projects where possible. Granite
packaging and the manner in which GC deliver in different ways to various
Concepts have access to technical data if required and can provide further
locations. Each crate is clearly labelled with everything cross referenced
specialist input if needed.
against a detailed packing list. The label gives a crate number, our order
reference, the material, size and quantity. Any specials will have reference
Granite Concepts take great care in the detailing of each new order.
Once an order is received and all details agreed this will be placed with numbers marked on the units as well as the label.
the factory setting out what is needed and when it should be shipped.
Any special quality control or packaging requirements will also be In addition to sending regular up-dates GC’s transport department make
detailed at this stage. contact with the customer during the period the goods are on order to
ascertain exactly how deliveries will be dealt with. Further contact is made
For special items, usually anything more complex than a paving slab or a few days before the shipment is expected to arrive in the UK to make
sett, GC will produce shop drawings. Whilst GC can accept, detail and final arrangements.
issue information on CAD the most successful way of dealing with these
specials is by isometric sketches, either in lieu of two dimensional Following delivery the Granite Concepts team is available, with
drawings or to compliment them. To ensure that no mistakes are made representatives throughout England, Scotland, Wales and Northern
each factory order will be double checked by one of GC’s experienced Ireland should a site visit be necessary.
The UKs leading supplier of natural stone from around the world >
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Products > Granite GRANITE
Granite is an igneous rock occurring in many regions throughout the
World, formed by the slow cooling of pockets of magma, trapped beneath
the earth’s surface. It is therefore present as massive raw deposits.
Because of its excellent technical characteristics Granite is widely
acknowledged as one of the premium hard landscaping and construction
materials available today.
Granite is available in various colours, shapes, sizes and textures. It can
be manufactured either by the traditional ‘Hand Hewn’ method or by more Barking Brixton
modern and dimensionally accurate processes using state of the art
machinery. At BBS Granite Concepts, we are able to source Granites from
Europe, South America, Africa, India and the Far East, with the result that
we can satisfy the requirements of even the most complex projects. For
more details of the products which we can offer, along with case studies
of projects previously supplied, please visit our web site. BBS Granite
Concepts have put together a gallery of the most widely used Portuguese
and Chinese granites for you to view at www.bbsgraniteconcepts.com
These images combine to show you some of the colours and textures
available in our industry, although you may prefer a sample of your
chosen stone to be sent to you.
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Belfast
Products > Sandstone & Slate
SANDSTONE
Sandstone was formed in excess of 300 million years ago; it is a
sedimentary, carboniferous rock, created by the actions of wind, pressure,
heat and water which combined quartz, mica and feldspar, together with
natural bonding agents such as silica, calcium carbonate, iron oxides and
clays to create it. The resulting stone, has been a large part of the
construction industry for centuries.
Sandstone paving was traditionally produced by splitting layers from a block
extracted from the quarry. Split or riven paving remains a popular choice
today mainly for commercial conservation projects, although the domestic
market is taking a greater interest in this product. More recently, sandstone
or “York”stone paving has been produced by the process of diamond-sawing
blocks of stone into slabs and then into paving flag and sett dimensions, in
a variety of sizes and finishes. Some sawn sandstones can be textured by
flaming the surface whilst others are shotsawn, sandblasted, picked or
chiselled to achieve a slip resistant surface finish. For a greater in depth
description of how sandstone is manufactured and quarried, please contact
our BBS UK sandstone sales team on 0044 1924 241100.
Belfast White City Historically, sandstone has been sourced in the UK, mainly from the Pennine
areas of northern England, this is how the name Yorkstone was originated.
As the popularity and demand for natural stone products has grown in the
UK, suppliers have had to look to other countries with a view to importing
sandstone to keep up with the needs of this constantly growing market.
BBS Brick & Stone and BBS Granite Concepts have been able to source a
technically and visually equivalent material to the two colour Yorkstone
currently used in the UK for commercial applications. This new stone can
be viewed opposite. It is available in sawn, flamed and sandblasted finished
and can be manufactured into tactile paving if required.
SLATE
Slate is a a fine-grained metamorphic rock that forms when shale undergoes
metamorphosis. Slate splits into thin layers with smooth surfaces. It ranges
in color from grey to black or from red to green, depending on the minerals
contained in the shale from which it formed.
Slate has been used in construction for hundreds of years in applications
as diverse as roofing to paving, and walling to garden decoration. This
material can be easily worked as its layered make up allows easy splitting.
Slate is available in a range of colours, finishes and sizes.
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Products > Limestone & Porphyry LIMESTONE
Limestone is a sedimentary rock made up mainly of mineral calcite,
with the other main constituents being silica, flint, sand and clay.
The main source of calcite is most commonly marine organisms.
Limestone is quarried and extracted from regions which originally
formed the beds of shallow seas millions of years previously. Limestone
is formed close to earth’s surface capturing fossilized plant and
animal life. Limestone is used in a wide range of interior and exterior
building applications.
Hard limestone can be manufactured to produce a polished, honed or
flamed finish. Limestone creates a tough but sophisticated surface that
appeals to many and varied construction applications which require
durability and character.
There are many varieties of limestone ranging from whites through
beige, blues and black, although some may be suited to one application
better than another. Should you be unsure on which type to use please
contact us.
PORPHYRY
Porphyry is a volcanic rock and is formed during a slow cooling process
of igneous material, giving it high compressive strength and density.
Porphyry can be sourced in various colours in particular earth tones of
grey, brown, rust, buff and violets. Porphyry can be sourced from various
countries around the world although Italy has become the main attraction
with areas to the north of the country most popular. Other countries able
to supply Porphyry include China and Argentina.
Over recent years Porphyry has become a popular architectural stone with
Planners and Specifiers alike, in particular for projects needing an edge St. Andrew’s Cathedral
of quality or a subtlety of tone. It is an ideal surfacing material for
walkways and town regeneration schemes, but also lends itself to
domestic applications.
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Case Study > BBC White City
Historically London has often been paved using UK two colour sandstone,
bringing warmth and colour to the city. This type of paving is still fully
embraced by Borough Councils including Westminster, Kensington and
Chelsea, Richmond and Hammersmith and Fulham to name but a few.
With UK supplies of this type of sandstone at an all time low London has
had to look to imported material to ensure demand is met by supply.
BBS Granite Concepts Ltd have been at the forefront of sourcing these
materials, and can boast a range of imported sandstones which include
our buff/grey two colour sandstone which is being laid throughout
London as an alternative to the UK supplies. This economically viable and
aesthetically pleasing alternative carries a technical specification in line
with the UK materials and is held in stock at our UK depots.
With selected areas around the Westfield Shopping Centre, the new Wood
Lane tube station and the frontage of the BBC studios, our two colour
sandstone has been the material of choice to complement the existing
UK sandstone previously supplied.
Visit www.bbsgraniteconcepts.com for more case studies.
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Audits > AUDITS
Along with BBS Brick & Stone, BBS Granite Concepts Ltd have already
built a proud reputation on Ethical Trading, brought about by a strict
policy. Continual visits throughout the year ensure welfare and working
conditions in overseas operations are of the highest standards possible.
Trading with potential suppliers cannot commence until our expectations
and standards of supply have been discussed and agreed. All our
suppliers are keen to show their high health and safety standards,
their onsite training programmes and the health and welfare available to
their workforce. Having been independently audited by varying
UK interests, our suppliers sustainability has shown an extremely high
standard in all areas of manufacture and supply of natural stone.
This topic is increasingly discussed and is high on our agenda when
promoting our products.
Granite Concepts were recently tasked with carrying out a full quarrying
and manufacturing audit on behalf of Transport For London. On site visits
and photographic/video diaries were kept with a full written report
submitted on our return from China. The report was well received, and
showed the safe working conditions for the granite workforce, coupled
with extensive and full use of PPE by the workers.
Granite Concepts has always had the supply workforce at the forefront of
our minds, believing a fair price paid by us will increase the standard of
the working conditions for the suppliers. As a company we invest in
supplier development ensuring H&S, PPE and general working conditions
are as high as possible.
The Ethical Trading Initiative is a ground-breaking alliance of companies,
trade unions and voluntary organisations. We work in partnership to
improve the working lives of people across the globe who make or grow
consumer goods - everything from tea to T-shirts, from flowers to footballs
and granite to sandstone. BBS GRANITE CONCEPTS LTD are proud to be a
member of the alliance, and add our own best wishes to the group for its
future success world wide. For further information on how our alliance is
working to make a difference please visit www.ethicaltrade.org
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