Elds Pros Cons

A log of data entered is kept and can be recalled for audit purposes (a secure electronic backup of data held is sufficient).

Increase revenue and growth. One of the biggest benefits is reduction in inventory and personnel cost due to integrated systems. Improving the competitive environment with better information visibility. This will help employees and managers make decisions faster. Improve operational efficiency with better business processes that focusses on organizational goals. Is less time consuming for employees by using EDI systems to exchange data within divisions and suppliers. This will add value for it will be in real time, you will be able to see the inventory in all locations. The data information can be used to negotiate agreements and contracts with suppliers to reduce costs. Also organize the deliveries by location in order to maximize logistics associated with the orders.

Over-the-road, or long-haul, truck drivers carry merchandise over state lines. In some cases, these drivers travel a consistent route, but others may work a variety of routes all over the country. Some commercial drivers specialize in carrying uncommon cargo, such as hazardous materials or cars. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), jobs for drivers of heavy and tractor-trailer trucks (including commercial trucks) were projected to increase 11% during the 2012-2022 decade. In May 2013, the BLS noted that the median annual salary for the field was $38,700. Commercial truck drivers must obtain a commercial driver's license to operate vehicles over 26,001 pounds of gross vehicle weight, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (www.fmcsa.dot.gov). Drivers of vehicles transporting hazardous materials or oversized cargo must also obtain special endorsements and a commercial driver's license (CDL) in their home state. The hazardous materials endorsement involves a knowledge test as well as a TSA (Transportation Security Administration) threat

Electronic filing also cuts down on the space needed tremendously, they no longer need a huge room to store all patients files. It is also faster to find, update, and send electronic files. Last but not least, societal outcomes include being better able to conduct research and achieving improved population health. Although it seems there could be nothing wrong with EMR, there are potential disadvantages associated with this technology. These include financial issues, changes in workflow, temporary loss of productivity associated with EHR adoption, privacy and security concerns, as well as access.

Information is logged on a spreadsheet and filed with the log number this is so the information can easily be found if required.

We are writing in reference to the ELD mandate and the negative effect it will have on our companies, other small trucking companies nationwide, will create a hazardous and unsafe environment for the public. Our Trucking companies were thriving because of our hard work and dedication until the ELD Mandate.

Information is logged on a spreadsheet and filed with the log number this is so the information can easily be found if required.

Semi truck drivers must undergo thorough physical examinations, as well as drug and alcohol testing as part of their pre-employment screening. This important step helps to ensure that drivers are physically able to safely perform their job duties. In addition, anytime there is an incident, or accident, drivers are required to be re-tested to rule out any such issues. While this may seem like an invasion of privacy for the drivers, it is actually a public safety service, one that saves lives. The truth is, without this type of testing, drivers with substance abuse issues, and those that suffer from illnesses such as heart problems and seizures could pose a danger to themselves and others.

Owner Operators Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) filed a lawsuit stating that the ELD mandate violates the drivers 4th Amendment rights. OOIDA argued that “the ELD mandate that requiring electronic monitoring devices on commercial vehicles does not advance safety, is arbitrary and capricious and violates Fourth Amendment protections against unreasonable searches and seizures.” (Dills, 2016) The reasons being that the ELD will automatically flag every violation that the driver has and will show every violation on command to the Department of Transportation enforcement official. If it is a new violation then a ticket can be issued to that driver. If it is an already cited violation the driver will then present evidence of that to the

The initial investment of adopting the EHR is both costly and time-consuming, but most experts predict that the pros will outweigh the cons in the end. Meaningful use is beneficial because the providers are making better informed decisions about their patients due to the clinical guidelines and information that they are provided. Health information professionals will always be needed, just in a different capacity.

Change itself is never easy and sometimes the road of working out the kinks in a system can be quite frustrating. However, once implemented, the work load is lightened, and the time has come to reap the many benefits of EHR 's. Once implemented EHR 's will make every staff member 's job easier and here are some of the many ways it does just that! First, EHR 's reduce paperwork and eliminate both confusion and errors caused by the infamous “physicians ' handwriting”. This in turn results in less human errors and less duplication of effort. With EHR 'S we are no longer chasing charts, or even worse, loosing them all together. Just think of all the space that is saved by no longer having to store paper charts. With the implementation of EHR 's every healthcare member including all staff, physicians, hospitals, and insurance companies can share in enhanced information which results in much improved patient care, and an improvement in overall management of a practice. Everyone wins! With EHR 's data regarding reports from labs, radiology, tests, and procedures can be shared with all involved resulting in better outcomes in patient care. For the medical biller and coder, EHR 's allow a much quicker ability to electronically file a claim instead of handwriting it out on a paper claim. With EHR 's we have more accurate claims with less rejections resulting in speedy claims. A medical office specialist no longer has to take time

The benefits received by automating the fleet maintenance records will have numerous impacts on the entire organization. Some of the most obvious benefits will be that drivers will no longer need to find paperwork to determine when routine maintenance is required, accounting can forecast costs more accurately, and management will be able to assess vehicle needs, such as estimating when new equipment is required and when a tractor or trailer needs to be retired. Uniformity is another benefit. Today each facility creates individual reports. With the installation of the database, report generation will be automatic and will contain real-time data. The most requested reports to date are DOT Inspection Reports, Lube/Service Interval Reports, Common Failure Analysis, and Operating Trend Analysis.

It can overall increase productivity and profit in the long-term. For instance, my workplace instills usage of electronic medical records for new and current patients for efficiency, productivity, and accuracy for the long-term of patients dental x-rays and health history. The costs involved are considerable and hard to calculate depending on the fees and licensing. According to, (Health Resources and Services Administration, 2016), a persistent problem is demonstrating a return on investment from an (EHR) implementation is often times challenging and may be even more difficult for smaller practices. The cost and effort involved from staff and management is difficult, but necessary to carry out productivity for implementation of (EHR). Every company practice is different and every practice must adapt to changes of implementing (EMR) for the duration of patient accuracy. Aside from the challenges, cost, and effort of implementing (EMR)’s in health care organizations, there is a desire to generate a return on investment (ROI) from them.

From the outset of the ESX program, DaimlerChrysler engineers have sought ways to not only achieve the performance goals of PNGV but have striven to reduce the cost premium associated with hybrid electric technology. In the ESX3 they have cut the cost in half from the $15,000 of the ESX2 to just $7,500 in two years time.

The purpose of this paper is to compare and contrast the similarities and differences of earned value management (EVM) and how it could provide the project manager a better chance of having a successful project. When you are assigned as the project manger or any project, your goal is to meet assigned deadlines, accomplish the projects objective and hopefully come in under budget not over budget. The paper will highlight the examples of the real world benefits, as well as, the myths of EVM as it relates to the success of each