Effective Filing Systems & Business Correspondence Essentials
Filing Systems and Business Correspondence
Consultation Agenda
- Patient Visits:
- Patient Name
- Consultation Time Allocation
- Approximate Visit Duration
- Reason for Visit
- Other Income (Telephone)
- Visits from Commercial Agents or Representatives
- Recalls
Document Filing
A file is an ordered collection of documents, both physical and digital, that are stored together. Before archiving a document, it must be organized according to a pre-defined system.
Common classification systems include:
- Alphabetical
- Numerical
- By Subject
Understanding Statistics: Key Concepts and Applications
Understanding Statistics
Statistics is a branch of mathematics and science that deals with collecting, organizing, analyzing, interpreting, and presenting data to make informed decisions. It plays a crucial role in almost every field, from business and economics to healthcare and social sciences, enabling individuals and organizations to draw meaningful conclusions and forecast future trends.
Definition of Statistics
As a Singular Noun:
Statistics refers to the science of collecting, analyzing, and
Read MoreCapacity, Layout, and Inventory Management Techniques
Capacity Management
Capacity: The maximum output a system can achieve. Understanding capacity helps align resources with demand.
Types of Capacity
Design Capacity: Theoretical maximum output.
Effective Capacity: Practical maximum output considering constraints.
Actual Capacity: Realized output under actual operating conditions.
Capacity Measures
Input Measures: Labor hours, machine hours.
Output Measures: Units produced, services delivered.
Capacity Utilization
Indicates how efficiently capacity is being
Time Series Analysis, Forecasting & Operations Management Concepts
Time Series Components
A time series is a set of values of a variable measured at successive points in time.
Key Components
- Trend: The gradual increase or decrease of a time series over a longer period.
- Seasonality: Regular patterns of variability within certain time periods, such as a year, week, etc.
- Cycle: Any regular pattern above and below the trend line lasting more than one year.
- Random Variations: Fluctuations caused by chance events and/or unusual situations.
Time Series Forecasting Methods
Smoothing
Read MoreConstruction Contracts and Estimates
Types of Contracts
- Lump Sum
- Item Rate
- Percentage Rate
- Cost Plus Percentage Rate
- Cost Plus Fixed Fee
- Target
- All-in-One
- Labor
- Cost Plus Fluctuating
Types of Approximate Estimates
- Service Unit
- Plinth Area
- Cube Rate
- Carpet Area
- Approximate Quantity Method
Types of Detailed Estimates
- Original/Fresh
- Revised
- Supplementary
- Special Repair
- Annual Repair/Maintenance
Measurement Sheet
| Sr. | Particular of Item | Nos. | Length | Breadth | Height | Qty. | Remark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abstract Sheet (Rate Analysis) | |||||||
| Sr. | Particular | Qty | Unit | Rate | Amount | Remark |
Rules of Measurement Writing
- Before
Mastering the Maturation Period: Inventory & Sales Cycle
Understanding the Maturation Period
The maturation period of a company is the time it takes from purchasing raw materials to converting them into sales, encompassing warehousing, manufacturing, and sales processes. A longer maturation period necessitates more working capital.
Averaging the Maturation Period
Companies experience various cycles, which can be categorized as:
- Long-term cycles: These cycles involve fixed assets and span from acquisition to depreciation or renewal.
- Short-term cycles: These