Bending for Perfection, NASA Reveals Shape-Shifting Wing Design

Bending for Perfection, NASA Reveals Shape-Shifting Wing Design Bending for Perfection, NASA Reveals Shape-Shifting Wing Design Bending for Perfection, NASA Reveals Shape-Shifting Wing Design The research team tested the lattice structure wing at Langley Research Center to determine the efficiency gained from its design.A team of engineers from NASA and MIT has built a new airplane wing that passively alters its shape to respond to changing aerodynamic loads. The flexible mechanical system, assembled from hundreds of identical molded octahedral unit cells, improves performance during such high angle of attack maneuvers as takeoffs and landings.Traditionally, airplane wing design has always been a compromise. This is because each phase of flighttakeoff, landing, cruising, and maneuveringhas an ideal configuration of wing curvatures and aileron flaps. Designing one wing that operates well in all these phases involves tradeoffs in wing shapes that sacrifice fuel efficiency and increase operating costs.There have been previous attempts at passive wing designs. An example is tow steering, which alters the surface of the wing. This involves building composite wings by placing fiber paths into a curvilinear orientation within the plane of the composite ply. The ability to steer fibers in any direction creates more efficient load paths and weight savings, and enabled engineers to tailor the wings stiffness.Recommended for You VR and Drone Technology in a Paper AirplaneNick Cramer, research engineer for NASAs Ames Research Center in California, said that the NASA-MIT team took a very different approach We are tuning the substructure of the wing rather than the surface of the wing.Instead of thick composite framework and skins, their design consists of octahedral unit cells that contain both stiff and flexible components. They bolt together to form an open but stiff cubooctahedral (eight triangular faces and six square faces) lattice framework covered with a thin homogen ous polymer skin. The wings interior is largely empty spaceand designed to twist in predetermined ways under load.The main difference is the skin of our wing is homogenous, Cramer said. As the wing experiences higher attack angles, the internal lattice structure starts to twist down (or welcheshes out) to maintain control authority. When it enters low angles of attack like your cruise conditions it twists back to a more efficient shape for a natural cruise. This is an important condition for takeoff.Washing out, or wing twisting, is especially important for blended body wings, where there is no clear dividing line between the wings and the main body.A vehicle like the X-48 has a high differentiation of the thickness between the center body section and the tip, Cramer said. This causes the tips to experience significant washing out and impacts performance. Washing out of the tips is necessary to maintain control authority and to avoid stalling out early during takeoff.The researchers tested the wing at the NASA Langley Research Center in a subsonic wind tunnel. The actual test results showed an efficiency gain high above expected simulated values. At a low angle of attack of -5, the simulated efficiency gain was expected to be close to 0.05%. In the actual test, the efficiency gains at -5 measured at 0.4%. At 5 angle of attack, the simulated efficiency gain was expected to be below 0%, while in actuality the gain measured 0.3%.Since we are using the wings ability to twist as our primary mechanism for inducing roll, you end up producing proverse yawyawing in the same direction as the turnreducing the need for a vertical tail. Our current design shows you dont need flaps for roll authority. For pitch moment control, the overall aircraft would still need some sort of horizontal tail Cramer said.The main problem with lattice structures is scalability. The team injection molded cells from polyetherimide (PEI) reinforced with 20% short chopped glass fibers and unrein forced PEI Ultem 2200. They can produce an octahedral building block every 17 seconds for $0.03 or less per cubic centimeter.The single half span wing they tested contained 2,088 substructure building blocks and took approximately 175 person-hours to construct (roughly 5 minutes per building block). The manual addition of a single octahedral building block required three bolted connections at one to two minutes per connection.The teams volumetric throughput was about 5,000 cm3/hr. The researchers believe that the production of discrete lattice material systems will benefit greatly from robotic automation assembly.We built multiple robots during the project for the first stage assembly. ansicht were simple relative robots that were able to climb through the lattice structure. Unlike the sophisticated robots found in larger plants, these simple robots have just one specific task to join the unit cells into the lattice structure Cramer said. The robotic assembly already demonstrated a rate of 40 seconds per building block, nearly 40,000 cm3/hr, eight times faster than the teams output.We started with a fundamental toolbox of components, and as we imagined the design, it was like working with virtual Legos, Cramer said. By limiting our design space, we changed our workflow and created a new design that was built upon a repetitive building block to achieve a unique and promising design.Carlos Gonzalez is special projects editor.You May Also Like NASAs Mars Ice Challenge Heats Up

Keeping the Lights On

Keeping the Lights On Keeping the Lights On Keeping the Lights On?Change can be difficult. When youve spent your whole life with a certain way of overcoming the darkness, you dont necessarily jump at the chance to find a new light. But with rising costs and falling energy efficiency, it looked as if the day of the incandescent light bulb had ended. Familiar and pleasing to the eye though they were, it still appeared it was time for them to go the way of the eight-track player.But a team at MIT has been working on new technology that just might help the incandescent light bulb stay alive and compete with both light emitting diode (LED) bulbs and compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) bulbs. The answer may be looking you in the mirror.Our S3Tec Energy Frontier Research Center, funded through the Department of Energy, had a team working on ways to tailor the emission of a hot surface, says Professor Gang Chen, the head of the department of engineering at MIT. Electricity converting into light e fficiency is interesting. It can be infrared when youre talking about incandescent, which is elend useful. But maybe reflecting light on a cold surface could help and the designing went forward.Chen says the setup is that wavelengths would go through filament material, hit a mirror-like substance, a photonic crystal, and reflect until it heats up to give light to the bulb. The eye picks up the light easier this way, he says, adding that it helps with part of the issue of incandescent efficiency.Theoretical (top) and experimental (bottom) iso-frequency contours of photonic crystal slabs superimposed on each other. Image MITIt can go beyond just lighting a room potentially, with an added benefit being that some of the energy could be recycled in effect, he says. There is also the possibility that this can translate to areas like thermo-photovoltaics but mora exploration would need to be done here, he says.The next steps include further demonstrating the efficiency to understand just w here it might rank as a competitor to LEDs and CFLs. We need to do a better technology assessment in how it will do against the energy-efficient bulbs now being sold and to see whether this is just a niche market or something bigger, he says. Its definitely been a good starting point.For Chen, its been energizing just watching people run with old technology and make it come to life. Sometimes it just takes the right timing with design tools in place and good energy, he says. Its been great to see whats happened so far.Regardless of its future, the incandescent light bulb remains a marvel, one more example of Thomas Edisons well-known persistence, which has been lighting homes since the 19th century. This latest work doesnt necessarily mean people will some day stop buying the energy-efficient LED and CFL bulbs but it shows that old technology doesnt necessarily have to be thrown away. Sometimes we need to look at how it might work differently. It does get you thinking about how this all started, he says. The bulb itself is an amazing invention.Eric Butterman is an independent writer.Learn more about the latest energy technologies atASMEs Power and Energy. For Further Discussion We need to do a better technology assessment in how it will do against the energy-efficient bulbs now being sold and to see whether this is just a niche market or something bigger.Prof. Gang Chen, MIT

10 Companies Hiring Now Thatll Pay You To Travel the World

10 Companies Hiring Now Thatll Pay You To Travel the World10 Companies Hiring Now Thatll Pay You To Travel the World If Glassdoors mission is to help people everywhere find a job and company they love, then that means if you want to jet from New York to Chicago to Shanghai in a month for work, we should serve that up. And we doThere are thousands of jobs on the platform that include things like willingness to travel or 50% travel in the job descriptions. To help you wade through all of the cool jobs and exciting companies, weve curated a handful of companies looking to hire road warriors and those who love to collect passport stamps. From sales roles to teacher gigs, weve got a little of everything.Here are 10 hot companies hiring now. Apply now and be wheels up in no timeUnilever Details With over 400 brands, more than 174,000 employees based in more than 150 countries, Unilever is one of the most recognized and world-wide brands. In addition to hiring around the globe, Unilever has a Workplace Services kollektiv that travels to manage Unilevers offices and facilities. Many other roles call for frequent travel as well. Hiring For Digital Brand Manager, Global Logistics Manager, Global SC Analyst, Regional Lead for Workplace & Travel, Executive Assistant to CEO of Seventh Generation, Global SHE Manager & more. What Employees Say The list of reasons why Unilever is the best place to work is way too long. So below are just a few Brands It is really an awesome feeling to let people know you work for this amazing company Unilever, and Oh by the way, they make Dove, Hellmanns, Ben & Jerrys. Flexibility agile work environment. Being able to get yur job done from wherever, whenever. Empowerment being encouraged to own and make decisions and knowing that the leaders have your back. - Current EmployeeGlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Details The science-led global healthcare company that generated 4.5bn in sales of new pharmaceuticals and vaccine in 20 16, hires pharmaceutical sales reps and territory associates whose responsibility it is to promote GSKs products and improve the quality of menschenfreundlich life through healthcare. As their job descriptions read, We need a talented and motivated workforce to deliver against our strategy. To achieve this, we strive to attract the best people and to create an environment that empowers and inspires. Hiring For Sales Professional, Territory Associate, Sales Force Effectiveness Specialist, Digital Analytics Global Methods Manager, Area Manager of Consumer Healthcare, District Sales Manager, Brand Activation Manager, Sourcing Group Manager & more. What Employees Say GSK cares about doing drug development right, truthful marketing of and 360 care and growth of its employees. If youre lucky enough to get an offer from this 5-star company, dont think twice about accepting it - Former Manager in ResearchBain & Company Details Driving impact for the worlds most influential organizat ions has led to Bains impressive results story Bain has grown 15% per year over the last 20 years and expect strong growth this year, which means theyre currently hiring for our largest class ever. At Bain, we firmly believe that the ability to travel and experience other cultures is one of the great gifts in life it is extremely rewarding from both a personal and professional standpoint. If you join Bain our offices in 53 of the worlds most desirable cities, and clients in hundreds more, will enable you to gain invaluable global experience through a variety of different ways. The amount of travel you do and the locations you visit is somewhat up to you and where you are in life. Hiring For Associate Consultant, Senior Consultant, Case Team Leader, Principals, Senior Software Engineer, Contracts Counsel-EMEA, Senior Specialists of Supply Chain, Manger of Data Science & more. What Employees Say Best people and high impact work. Very strong culture and people are committed to maki ng you succeed longer term. - Current Case Team LeaderGitLab Details The GitLab Inc. team consists of the following 267 team members and their 69 pets. Were a remote only organization and we currently have team members in 37 countries. Hiring For UX Designer, Data Analyst, Product Manager, Federal Implementation Engineer, Manager of Professional Services, Solutions Architect Manager, Customer Experience Manager, Technical Writing Manager, Field Marketing Manager, Community Advocate, Engineering Manager & more. What Employees Say Fantastic company to work for if you love working remote as everyone is 100% remote. No corporate headquarters. Opportunity to meet with people from all over the world. The values are authentic and true. Extremely transparent. - Current EmployeeZapier Details Zapier is a 100% remote team that gives everyone www superpowers We help people easily connect and automate the apps they use every day so they can get more work done with less effort. Partner s and developers, including Google, Salesforce, Intuit, and Dropbox, use Zapier to offer their customers integrations with over 1,000 other apps. Hiring For Customer Champion, CMO/VP of Marketing, VP of Engineering, Security Infrastructure Engineer, Manager of Platform Design, Frontend Engineer, Partner Manager & more. What Employees Say 100% Remote team helps make a great team and culture. By being able to hire from around the world, it means that everyone on the team is excellent at their job. With the focus on remote-first work, were able to mitigate many of the potential risks. - Current EmployeeVIPKID Details Work when you want, where you want, how often you want. Work from home or when traveling the world. VIPKID provides an international learning experience to Chinese in the comfort of your own home. They provide 1-on-1 online full immersion language and content classes based on the US Common Core State Standards. Hiring For ESL Teacher Online, Part-Time Online Engli sh Tutor, Flexible Online ESL Educator, Online English Tutor, Weekend Online English Teacher & more. What Employees Say Easy to do from home. No commute, no child care, no savvy geschftlicher umgang clothes, no commuting in the snow, and the best part is every day is bring your cat to work day My cat, Bootsie, loves my job as much as I do No kidding, Ive had parents post reviews on my cat The kids love it Payment is once a month. I dont mind that because then it its a big check. You know what to expect and money is in the account on time. I love the children I teach. It is amazing how close you get to the family from the other side of the world - Current Major Course TeacherAccenture Details With more than 435,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries, Accenture provides services in strategy, consulting, digital, technology and operations. Landing from the management consulting team to the business & technology integration vertical, constants can expect to travel re gularly to engage with clients, manage multiple tasks and problem solve on the go. Hiring For Security Analyst, Payments Technology Consultant, PMO Analyst, Enterprise Fraud Strategy Consultant, SAP Intel Enterprise Consulting manager, Management Consulting Manager & more. What Employees Say Accenture has Good benefits, offers variety of work that we support to keep employees engaged and training is continually provided. Great people to work with. Needs more diversity in upper leadership, but Accenture is taking action to try to improve in this area. Can require large amounts of travel in some roles. - Current Project/Program ManagerJohnson & Johnson Details The diversified healthcare giant operates in three segments through more than 250 operating companies located in some 60 countries. One of their most in-demand roles is Clinical Specialist which lists one of the qualifications as the ability to travel (by automobile or air, day trips and overnight stays) a minimum of 60% and up to as much as 80-90% of the time (depending on geography) is required. Hiring For Clinical Specialists, Territory Manager, Consumer Sales Rep, Consumer Senior Marketing Manager, Global Director of Regulatory Affairs, Distribution Supervisor, Senior Global Supply Planner & more. What Employees Say Amazing company culture that truly encourages your professional development, co-ops receive a significant amount of responsibility and visibility in the organization with the opportunities to meet and interact with managers and executives throughout the organization. There are also a lot of opportunities to develop professionally, with various lunch and learns and trainings that interns, co-ops, and full-time employees are encouraged to attend. Great work-life balance as well.- Former EmployeeInVision App Details InVision gives teams the freedom to konzept, review, and user test products- all without a single line of code. With intuitive tools for prototyping, task management, a nd version control, its your entire design process, all in one place. InVision is a fully distributed company with employees in 25 countries around the world. The company allows you to do great work from an environment that youre comfortable in. Hiring For Director of Customer Acquisition, UX Engineer, Senior Security Software Engineer, Design Specialist, Business Development Representative, Product Marketing Manager & more. What Employees Say Im a firm believer that working remotely is not for everyone. You need to be diligent, hardworking, proactive with a strong sense of time management. There is an initial adjustment period and learning to balance home life and work life all in the same environment can be challenging. Our CEO, Clark wants employees to work wherever they want, and he believes giving people that freedom can increase employee happiness and foster communication thats better than that of many co-located companies. This also enables us to tap into talent from all across the globe, rather than being limited by geographic locations- we can bring on the best and the brightest regardless of where you live - Current EmployeeNovartis Details Novartis is a global healthcare company based in Switzerland that provides solutions to address the evolving needs of patients worldwide. To met Novatris territory and rtlich goals, many employees travel frequently leading account-focused teams in pharmaceutical sales, leadership and account management. Hiring For Sales Representative Ophthalmology, Medical Representative, Sales Training Manager, Key Account Manager, Area Business Manager, Territory Business Executive, Field Support Specialist, Regional Marketing Lead & more. What Employees Say Flexible hours, salary, bonus and benefits. Ability to work from home day. Working in a multi-cultural exposure and meeting people from different backgrounds. - Current Business Analyst

New Features for Participants Make ASME.org More Engaging Than Ever

New Features for Participants Make ASME.org More Engaging Than Ever New Features for Participants Make ASME.org More Engaging Than Ever New Features for Participants Make ASME.org More Engaging Than EverA recently added feature on ASME.org automatically pulls information such as a page title, a text sample or page description, and an image into to a Participants activity stream when that Participant shares a link. Since the launch of the new ASME website last May, the web development team has been busy working on enhancements to the ASME.org community that will make using the site a mora engaging and interactive experience for registered ASME.org Participants. Registration with ASME.org, which is free and open to ASME members and nonmembers alike, enables Participants to create personal profiles, connect with other engineers with similar interests, set up personal Dashboards, and join and follow various ASME Groups. In addition, however, registered ASME.org Participants can also take advantage of many enhancements that have been made to the sites community space during recent months. For instance, when a Participant shares a link in his or her Dashboard or in a Groups activity stream, ASME.org now automatically pulls information including the pages title, a sample of text from the page or the pages description, and an image into to that activity stream from the linked page, thus allowing users to quickly learn mora about these links. Another site enhancement enables Participants to link to a YouTube or ASME video in their Dashboard or Group activity stream and have that video automatically embedded in the stream. This allows registered Participants to play and share videos without leaving their Dashboards. An example of a video embedded in an ASME.org Participant Dashboard. Participants can also now directly reply to items shared on Dashboard or Group activity streams. Comments appear directly in the activity stream and are visible to all Participants who can view the original item, resulting in increased interactivity and community engagement by allowing conversations to take place around shared items. Another new community feature permits registered Participants to quickly re-share items they are viewing using their Dashboards or Group activity stream. If a member of your network shares a link that appears in your dashboard, simply clicking the share command beneath the item will allow you to share this item with your network, along with any comments you may have entered. Copying and pasting the links URL is no longer necessary to re-share, so its now easier than ever to share information with other members of the ASME community. Participant Dashboards also now feature default filters that remove such items as friend updates and file upload messages from the activity stream. This allows more important, engagement-oriented activities such as shared links, uploaded photos and status updates to be featured more pr ominently in the activity stream. Participants who wish to see the filtered items can view them, however, by clicking a check box.Visit www.asme.org now to register and begin exploring the exciting new developments on ASME.org.

To Whom it May Concern How to Address a Cover Letter (Examples)

To Whom it May Concern How to Address a Cover Letter (Examples)To Whom it May Concern How to Address a Cover Letter (Examples)When it comes to addressing a deckblatt letter, advice columns frequently spotlight these two pitfallsMistake 1 Failing to address your titelblatt letter to a specific personMistake 2 Addressing a titelseite letter to the wrong personMost job postings dont specify who will be reading your cover letter. This puts job seekers in a tricky situation. Fixing the first mistake could cause you to make the second. So whats the best way to replace To Whom It May Concern atop your cover letter?Here are 4 top tips for figuring out who to address your cover letter to1) Dont Address the RecruiterFor many job openings, the first person you need to impress is a corporate recruiter. That doesnt mean you should address your cover letter to them.Recruiters do not read cover letters, a long-time healthcare recruiter told Jobscan. Bottom line.That might be an overstatement fruch twein dont, some do but many recruiters would admit that they arent the intended audience of a cover letter. Its mostly for the hiring manager, said a recruiter in the non-profit industry. For us recruiters, its just an extra step in an already elongated process.The healthcare recruiter agreed If youre sending it straight to a hiring manager whos looking at a much lower number of applicants, they might actually read that.Important note Cover letters arent what they say they areCover letters dont introduce your resume, they supplement it.In order to get your cover letter into the hands of a hiring manager who cares, yourresume has to get past the recruiter and, in many cases, the applicant tracking system theyre using.Try analyzing your resume below to receive instant optimization tips and recruiter insights from Jobscan so that the time you spend crafting your cover letter isnt a waste.The keyword analysis also shows exactly what to focus on in your cover letter.Jobscan Premium (on e month free)even has a cover letter scan feature.2) Search the Company Website and LinkedInFew job postings list the hiring manager by name but many will tell you the position to which youd be reporting.Examples of reports to mentions in real job postings.With this information, a little detective work can reveal the name of the hiring manager.How to Search for a Hiring Managers Name on a Company WebsiteStart off by browsing the companys website. Look for an about page, company directory, or contact page. These pages are frequently linked at the very bottom of the website.Companies that feature employees on their about page make it much easier to figure out who will be reading your cover letter.A portion of Jobscans about page. Not only can you figure out who the hiring manager is from a page like this, you might also learn something about them that could come in handy in your cover letter or interview.You can also try searching the website. If the website doesnt have a built in sea rch bar, use this syntax in Googleposition youll be reporting to sitecompany websiteThis will reveal hard-to-find about pages or other mentions of the position in the companys blog posts, press releases, and other pages.How to Search for a Hiring Manager on LinkedInIf a company doesnt list the hiring manager on their website, LinkedIn is your next best resource.Start off by searching for the company page on LinkedIn. Once youre on the companys LinkedIn page, click See all X employees on LinkedIn near the top.Depending on the company size, you can either browse all positions or narrow your results by adding search terms to the search bar (e.g. Marketing Manager) and utilizing the Current companies filters on the right side of the screen.On LinkedIn, you can filter your search for anyone currently working at a particular company.Search for the reports to position from the job listing. If it wasnt provided in the listing, search for keywords related to your prospective department (e.g. marketing). If the company uses an intuitive corporate hierarchyyou should be able to determine who will be reading the cover letter.3) Contact the Company DirectlyThere is nothing wrong with calling or emailing the company to ask for the name of the hiring manager. Be polite and honest with the administrative assistant or customer service representative. Explain that youre about to apply for a job and youd like to know who you should address in your cover letter.If they arent able to provide an answer or transfer you to someone who knows, let it go. The last thing you need is word getting back to the hiring manager that you were pushy with one of their colleagues.4) If you leise cant figure out the name of the hiring managerIf your investigation doesnt yield any results, to whom should you address your cover letter?Aim High When Addressing a Cover LetterYou dont want to address your cover letter to the wrong person, but if you do, its better to guess high than low. If you are only able to track down a list of executives,Lily Zhang of The Muse suggeststhat addressing a cover letter to a high-level department head is still in your best interest. In the end, no one will fault you for addressing the letter higher up than necessary, she writes. This approach is definitely better than not using a name in your cover letter because it still shows the time and effort you took to find out who the department head is.To Whom it May Concern AlternativesUsing To Whom it May Concern is considered outdated and overly formal in many hiring circles. It also does nothing to help you stand out as its the go-to salutation most applicants use when addressing a cover letter to an unknown recipient.If you know the position youd be reporting to, use that. At very least, Dear Customer Experience Manager shows that you carefully read the job posting.Dear Hiring Manager or Dear Hiring Team are a couple generic alternatives that are a little less stuffy than To Whom it May Concern. You can also address your letter to the appropriate department, for example To the Design Department or Dear Engineering Department.As with many aspects of the job application process, demonstrating that you put in some extra effort can make a difference. Doing some research before addressing a cover letter contributes to a positive first impression.

Definitions of Functional Resume Template 2018

Definitions of Functional Resume Template 2018 Despite the fact that the work seeker has over six decades of expertise, and it has worked in three or more positions, her resume is only a single page long. You need to underline the skills youll be able to bring to the new career, not your previous jobs. Dont neglect to gather information regarding actual salaries of the jobs youre interested in. Writing a resume for a career change is among the most difficult kinds of resumes for the majority of people to write. There are a lot of job abilities and behaviors that are essential for successful job performance in a variety of different career fields. Maybe the skills you gained from them may be put on the work position youre applying for. If youre facing a career change, look over your experience very critically. A career change may be an exciting time, but you would like to be certain youre well ready to go into a new industry by updating your resume. If you would like a job wh ich is entirely different from your previous roles, it can be difficult to convince potential hiring managers that youre a great fit for the job. Research shows that the typical worker switches jobs 10 to 15 times over the duration of a career. Hiring managers will probably scan your resume in under 7 seconds. Hiring managers in the advertising area will wish to be informed about your achievements and successes with your advertising campaigns. The Fundamentals of Functional Resume Template 2018 Revealed You need to always refer to the lesson plan that the normal teacher has prepared and be sure you follow it. Quite often, your professional title is the very first thing on your resume following your name. If you are thinking about a career change, you should think about the professional resume writing services provided by Distinctive Documents. If youre in the start of a career change and hoping to discover a job, your objective statement is important. Resume objective statem ents, if used, should illustrate what you could do for the prospective employer rather than that which youve done previously for your prior business. Utilizing descriptive words assists the employer get a good idea of who you are and why you would benefit the business. The narrative format lets you control the information which you provide. Heres What I Know About Functional Resume Template 2018 Dont forget, youre not the only person who has gone through or is presently going through a career change. Therefore, if youre actively on the lookout for employment, its probably worth signing up for the completely free month. Its vital that you know why you would like to change careers. Changing careers can appear to be a substantial leap into the unknown. Lets look at a favorite work-from-home job advertisement from U-Haul. Ask men and women you speak to who are in the field what theyre seeing in the marketplace. The majority of people will scan your resume to observe how your previous experience matches with their existing needs. For some of them you will require help, while others you may write by yourself. So you need to start from scratch. If youve done that exact sort of work, call it the very saatkorn thing. Youve got professional experience and a decent analytical toolbox, if you highlight that you are going to be fine. Now youre thinking about building a change into the area. Be certain your keywords are related to your precise application. Resumes that weave aesthetics in with premium quality content are more inclined to catch their attention. While you would like to include relevant search phrases, you dont need to overstuff your resume either. If youre able to strategically place an appropriate keyword in place of a current word choice great

Minimum wage rise boon to workers, but not to businesses

Minimum wage rise boon to workers, but elend to businesses Minimum wage rise boon to workers, but not to businessesPosted October 13, 2011, by Josie Chun Australias national tiefpunkt wage has risen by $26 a week, increasing from $544 to $569.90 per week, to come into effect July 1. After last years minimum wage freeze, this comes as welcome news to low-income earners but is not such good news for many businesses. Fair Work Australias Minimum Wage Panel justified its decision to raise the minimum wage by citing evidence that the proportion of low-paid workers had increased from 10.6 per cent in 2003 to 14.6 per cent in 2007, demonstrating inequality in the distribution of economic gains over the past decade. In their eyes, this rise is needed for low-income workers to adequately maintain their living standards. Industrial Tribunal president Justice Geoffrey Giudice said that with the Australian economy performing better than expected since March 2008, There is a strong case for a ri se in minimum wages to provide a fair and relevant safety net, protect the relative living standards of award-reliant employees and assist the low paid to meet their needs. Workplace Relations Minister Julia Gillard said the decision would ease the pressure on family budgets and would not add to either inflation or interest rates We have never believed that the path to economic prosperity lay in cutting the economic conditions and wages of working Australians who face cost-of-living pressures, said Ms Gillard in a statement. Unions also welcomed the decision, with the Australian Council of Trade Unions stating that cleaners, retail and hospitality staff, childcare and farm workers would all benefit from the wage rise. ACTU secretary Jeff Lawrence added that the increase would stimulate the economy as low-paid workers spent the extra money. Todays decision will restore some equity and fairness into our economy, said Lawrence. Businesses dont agree Many businesses and industry bod ies, however, believe that increasing the minimum wage will potentially damage the economy, as well as business. Greg Evans, director of economics and industry policy at the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), said the pay rise was extreme and excessive and a serious blow to Australian businesses. The ACCI anticipates that the wage rise will cost businesses $2.5 billion annually and would especially hurt small businesses. Heather Ridout, Chief Executive, Australian Industry Group, agrees. As well as paying the minimum wage increase, thousands of employers will be required from 1 July to pay increased wage rates, penalties and loadings under modern awards. Moreover, award modernisation may prove to be far more costly than most employers had thought given doubts that have arisen about whether new entitlements in modern awards can be absorbed into over-award payments. The increase in wages will impose higher costs on employers who, in addition to the increase in wa ges, will have to meet higher payroll tax, superannuation guarantee and workers compensation liabilities. At a modest estimate of an extra 20 per cent, the increase in wages of $26 a week will cost employers over $31 per week, said Ridout. Timing is everything and there is a risk that this increase will slow the pace of job creation and that for many households the benefits of higher wage rates will be offset by a reduction in employment opportunities, warned Ridout. Master Builders Australia, the peak body for the building and construction industry, is another organisation that believes the minimum wage increase will damage job prospects, particularly to young people in the building industry. Apprentices rely heavily on minimum wages. There are no junior rates of pay in the industrys modern awards. Hence, an increase of the magnitude handed down will affect young peoples job prospects when it kicks in on 1 July, said Wilhelm Harnisch, CEO of Master Builders Australia. A fall- off in employment of young workers would be a tragedy especially in light of the recent efforts of government and the industry to rebuild the number of apprentices in the building industry through programs such as the KickStart Apprenticeships Program. The Global Financial Crisis which saw apprentice commencements for the building and construction industry fall by 25 per cent is still being felt. This means that even more effort needs to be put into programs like the Governments Critical Skills Investment Fund announced in the recent May Budget to ensure our young peoples futures are not put at risk by an excessive minimum wage increase, said Harnisch. 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