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As technology infrastructures are becoming more dynamical and business critical, so they are susceptible to chaos theory, writes Freelance Consultant Paul Taylor MBCS.
Lucia Schwarz urges a reconsideration of the implications of species egalitarianism, which is an essential element of the position in environmental ethics that Paul Taylor calls “respect for nature.” Species egalitarianism’s claim that every living thing has equal inherent worth appears to lead to counterintuitive conclusions, such as that killing a human being is no worse than killing a dandelion. Species egalitarians have generally responded by explaining that species egalitarianism is compatible with recognizing moral differences between killing different types of living things, and that some killing is morally permissible. Schwarz raises doubts about whether this deflationary defensive strategy is philosophically justified, and suggests that taking seriously the supposedly repugnant implications of species egalitarianism may have a salutary effect on the overall debate.
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Organisations need to implement suitable governance to ensure technology platforms are suitably controlled and managed, argues freelance consultant, Paul Taylor MBCS.
Directors have defined duties and obligations in law, and a failure to observe them can land an individual in hot water. In particular, directors must use their own independent judgement when making decisions. Paul Taylor explains
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All organisations employ third-party suppliers, which means supplier selection is now a key organisational capability, writes Paul Taylor MBCS, author, speaker and mentor. To effectively select the right partners, follow this ‘four lensed’ approach.
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Paul Taylor MBCS, speaker, author and mentor, discusses the essential elements needed for successful business transformation - and how sometimes it's simply the ability to deal with uncertainty that could spell the difference between success and failure.
A promotion to a board of directors can be a great opportunity, but only for those who are aware of their legal obligations and the risks involved. Paul Taylor and Charlotte Kong set out ten key points directors need to adhere to.
