Suppliers and Customers (a) The Company has adequate sources of supply for its business as currently conducted and as proposed to be conducted. The Company has good relationships with all of its material sources of supply of goods and services and does not anticipate any material problem with any such material sources of supply.
(b) The Company has no knowledge that the customer base of the Company might materially decrease.
Customers; Suppliers Executive does not have, and at any time during the term of this Agreement shall not have, any employment with or any direct or indirect interest in (as owner, partner, shareholder, employee, director, officer, agent, consultant or otherwise) any customer of or supplier to Company.
Significant Customers and Suppliers No customer or supplier which was significant to the Company during the period covered by the Financial Statements or which has been significant to the Company thereafter, has terminated or breached, materially reduced or threatened to terminate, breach or materially reduce its purchases from or provision of products or services to the Company, as the case may be.
The Service Provider upon receipt of a notice contemplated under clause 19.1 shall discontinue the supply of all services or goods under this Agreement, to the extent specified, and on the date specified in the notice.
Customers and Suppliers (a) Neither the Company nor any Subsidiary has any outstanding material disputes concerning its products and/or services with any customer or distributor who, in the year ended September 30, 2009 or the six (6) months ended March 31, 2010, was one of the ten (10) largest sources of revenues for the Company and its Subsidiaries, based on amounts paid or payable (each, a “Significant Customer”), and the Company has not received any written notice of any material dissatisfaction on the part of any Significant Customer. Each Significant Customer is listed in Schedule 2.22(a) of the Company Disclosure Letter. Neither the Company nor any of its Subsidiaries has received any information from any Significant Customer that such Significant Customer will not continue as a customer of the Company as wholly-owned by the Acquiror or such Subsidiary, after the Closing or that such Significant Customer intends to terminate or materially modify existing Contracts with the Company as wholly-owned by the Acquiror or such Subsidiary. The Company has not had any of its products returned by a purchaser thereof except for normal warranty returns consistent with past history and those returns that would not have a Material Adverse Effect on the Company and its Subsidiaries, taken as a whole.
(b) All Company Products sold, licensed, leased or delivered by the Company or any Subsidiary to customers and all services provided by or through the Company or any Subsidiary to customers on or prior to the Closing Date conform in all material respects to applicable contractual commitments, express and implied warranties (to the extent not subject to legally effective express exclusions thereof), and conform in all material respects to packaging, advertising and marketing materials and to applicable product or service specifications or documentation. Neither the Company nor any Subsidiary has any Liability (and, to the knowledge of the Company, there is no legitimate basis for any present or future action, suit, proceeding, hearing, investigation, charge, complaint, claim or demand against the Company or any Subsidiary giving rise to any material Liability relating to the foregoing Contracts) for replacement or repair thereof or other damages in connection therewith in excess of any reserves therefor reflected on the Company Balance Sheet.
(c) Neither the Company nor any Subsidiary has any outstanding material dispute concerning products and/or services provided by any supplier who, in the year ended September 30, 2009 or the six (6) months ended March 31, 2010, was one of the ten (10) largest suppliers of products and/or services to the Company and its Subsidiaries, based on amounts paid or payable (each, a “Significant Supplier”), and the Company has no knowledge of any material dissatisfaction on the part of any Significant Supplier. Each Significant Supplier is listed in Schedule 2.22(c) of the Company Disclosure Letter. Other than as set forth in Schedule 2.22(c) of the Company Disclosure Letter, neither the Company nor any of its Subsidiaries has received any information that any such Significant Supplier will not continue as a supplier to the Company as wholly-owned by the Acquiror or such Subsidiary after the Closing or that such Significant Supplier intends to terminate or materially modify existing Contracts with the Company as wholly-owned by the Acquiror or such Subsidiary. The Company and its Subsidiaries have access, on commercially reasonable terms, to all products and services reasonably necessary to carry on their respective businesses, and the Company has no knowledge of any reason why they will not continue to have such access on commercially reasonable terms.
Service Provider A public or private vendor that is funded in whole or in part using grant funds and obligated under the terms of a procurement contract with the Grantee to provide goods and/or services for the operation, management, or administration of juvenile probation services and juvenile justice programs.
SERVICE PROVIDER’S PERSONNEL 10.1 The Service Provider’s Personnel shall be regarded at all times as employees, agents or Subcontractors of the Service Provider and no relationship of employer and employee shall arise between Transnet and any Service Provider Personnel under any circumstances regardless of the degree of supervision that may be exercised over the Personnel by Transnet.
10.2 The Service Provider warrants that all its Personnel will be entitled to work in South Africa or any other country in which the Services are to be performed.
10.3 The Service Provider will ensure that its Personnel comply with all reasonable requirements made known to the Service Provider by Transnet concerning conduct at any Transnet premises or any other premises upon which the Services are to be performed [including but not limited to security regulations, policy standards and codes of practice and health and safety requirements]. The Service Provider will ensure that such Personnel at all times act in a lawful and proper manner in accordance with these requirements.
10.4 Transnet reserves the right to refuse to admit or to remove from any premises occupied by or on behalf of it, any Service Provider Personnel whose admission or presence would, in the reasonable opinion of Transnet, be undesirable or who represents a threat to confidentiality or security or whose presence would be in breach of any rules and regulations governing Transnet's Personnel, provided that Transnet notifies the Service Provider of any such refusal [with reasons why]. The reasonable exclusion of any such individual from such premises shall not relieve the Service Provider from the performance of its obligations under this Agreement.
10.5 The Service Provider agrees to use all reasonable endeavours to ensure the continuity of its Personnel assigned to perform the Services. If any re-assignment by the Service Provider of those Personnel is necessary, or if Transnet advises that any such Personnel assigned are in any respect unsatisfactory, including where any such Personnel are, or are expected to be or have been absent for any period, then the Service Provider will promptly supply a replacement of equivalent calibre and experience, and any such replacement shall be approved by Transnet prior to commencing provision of the Services, such approval not to be unreasonably withheld or delayed.
Customer Focus Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect Integrity and Trust Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; can present the unvarnished truth in an appropriate and helpful manner; keeps confidences; admits mistakes; doesn’t misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Drive For Results Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; Is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results. Decision Quality Makes good decisions (without considering how much time it takes) based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; most of his/her solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time; sought out by others for advice and solutions. Managing & Measuring Work Clearly assigns responsibility for tasks and decisions; sets clear objectives and measures; monitors process, progress, and results; designs feedback loops into work. Organisational Agility Knowledgeable about how organizations work; knows how to get things done both through formal channels and the informal network; understands the origin and reasoning behind key policies, practices, and procedures; understands the cultures of organizations. Interpersonal Savvy Relates well to all kinds of people – up, down, and sideways, inside and outside the organisation; builds appropriate rapport; builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact; can defuse even high-tension situations comfortably. Motivating Others Creates a climate in which people want to do their best; can motivate many kinds of direct reports and team or project members; can assess each person and get the best out of him/her; pushes tasks and decisions down; empowers others; invites input from each person and shares ownership and visibility; makes each individual feel his/her work is important; is someone people like working for and with. • Directors of Nursing • Patients, families and whānau • Clinical Nurse Specialists • LMC Access Holders • Integrated Operations Centre • Other service providers (DHBs, NGOs, PHO) • Clinical Directors/Clinical Leaders • Health and Welfare Agencies • Service Managers • Relevant Support Groups • Other Charge Nurse Managers/Charge Midwife Managers/Unit Managers • University of Otago School of Medicine, Otago and Southland Polytechnics • Practice Development Unit staff • Professional Colleges and Registration Bodies • Clinical and Corporate support staff • SDHB wide staff The expertise required for a person to be fully competent in the role. Position specific competencies: ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Education and Qualifications (or equivalent level of learning) • Registered Nurse/Midwife. • Holds a current practising certificate. • Holds a current portfolio (PDRP/QLP) or equivalent appropriate to the role. • Post-graduate diploma or degree in a relevant field. • Experience • Nursing leadership experience. • A history of a collaborative team approach. • Proven clinical credibility. • Extensive experience in the health sector. • Extensive experience of clinical quality and safety, best practice. • • Critical consumer of research and embraces evidenced based practice when carrying out tasks/functions. Knowledge and Skills • Strong clinical leadership and management skills. • Extensive knowledge of the health sector. • Extensive knowledge of clinical quality and safety, best practice. • Excellent group facilitation skills. • Advanced communication techniques such as conflict resolution, diffusion and mediation skills. • Knowledge of and demonstrated use of adult teaching and learning principles. • Personal Qualities • Commitment and personal accountability. • Excellent interpersonal skills, including ability to work effectively with people at all levels of the organisation. • Acts with discretion, sensitivity and integrity at all times. • Is adaptable and flexible – open to change (positive or negative). • Innovative and flexible with a positive problem solving approach in all situations. • Maintains an exceptionally high level of confidentiality. • Forward thinker, flexible, courteous, self-motivated. • Committed to continuous quality improvement. • Ability to liaise and network at all levels. • A reasonable level of fitness is required to cope with the demanding physical requirements of the job. The following denote the key physical requirements for the position: standing, walking, bending, sitting, stairs, simple grasping, fine manipulation, operating machinery/equipment, lifting, overhead reaching, carrying, pushing/pulling, twisting, climbing/balancing, crouching/squatting, manual handling of people, other reaching, and ability to participate in personal restraint if required. Clinical Leadership Xxxxxx a culture that strives for excellence in clinical service provision within allocated resources. • Promote excellence in clinical service provision through the sharing of new knowledge, ideas, and research. • Encourage innovation and practice initiatives that enhance clinical care or service provision. • Maintain a high standard of clinical expertise within the xxxx/unit. • Xxxxxx the development of a cohesive team which works collaboratively to achieve optimal patient/ service outcomes. • Be active and visible within the team, motivating and actively praising/valuing staff endeavours, and acknowledging patient satisfaction and good clinical care. • Promote patient/client centred care that incorporates a strong customer service philosophy through effective and positive interactions with patients/ clients, staff, visitors and other agencies. • Ensure clinical practice is provided within accepted professional standards, codes, policies and relevant legislation. • Ensure Treaty of Waitangi principles and Tikaka best practice guidelines are fully integrated into practice. • Encourage a culture of continuous learning, positive critique of the status quo and use of evidence based practice. • Ensure there is adequate leadership and principles of direction and delegation are adhered to by all staff. Service Planning and Delivery Lead and manage wards/units to provide efficient and effective services. Participate in and lead where relevant, xxxx/ unit service planning. • Lead and manage respective wards/units/services in accordance with operational plans and budgets. • Ensure a consumer/patient service focus is adopted and maintained at all xxxx/unit/service team level. • Implement Southern District Health Board wide policies and processes. • Ensure service delivery complies with Health and Disability sector standards and relevant legislation. • Actively participate in the preparation of service activity plans. • In conjunction with the Associate Director of Nursing/ Director of Nursing/Service Manager ensure service planning and delivery complies with Ministry of Health elective service performance indicator standards (where applicable). • Ensure adherence to the SDHB delegations of authority. • Effectively utilise Southern District Health Board information systems and data to enable xxxx/unit/ service patient care management and human resource utilisation activities. • Identify, lead and manage projects to improve xxxx/ unit/service efficiency and effectiveness. • Lead the team to effectively ensure discharge processes are robust and support the needs of the service, including timeliness, and staff responsibility in efficient discharge planning. • Build and maintain effective relationships and communication mechanisms with staff, associated clinical and support services, and external agencies as applicable. • Develop and implement audit care pathways in conjunction with clinical staff. • Ensure integrated care plans are utilised in clinical service delivery. • Facilitate and champion the integration of the SDHB Team based model of nursing practice. • Monitor xxxx/unit/service performance against key performance indicator targets, identifying and implementing corrective actions as and if required in conjunction with the Associate Director of Nursing/ Director of Nursing/Service Manager. • Prepare accurate monthly management reports for the xxxx/unit including variance analysis of key performance indicators, balanced scorecard and financial management variances together with corrective actions. • Prepare business cases and/or reports as requested/ required by the Associate Director of Nursing/Director of Nursing/ Service Manager. Staff Management and Planning Ensure the service/s is/are appropriately staffed. Best practice human resource standards are met. Effectively lead and manage assigned staff in order to develop and maintain a cohesive and productive team. Ensure effective communication within service. • Lead by example acting as a positive, motivating and inspiring role model for all staff. • Model sound Human Resource practice and, facilitate coaching and performance development for staff, in consultation with Human Resources and the Associate Director of Nursing/Director of Nursing/Service Manager; facilitate change management as appropriate. • Ensure effective recruitment, orientation, preceptorship, rostering and administration of staff in accordance with Southern District Health Board policies. • Develop a comprehensive staffing plan for staff directly reporting to the CNM/MM that recognises potential shortcomings and identifies strategies to address gaps both short and long term. • Ensure professional staff practice with a current annual practising certificate and logs in the appropriate reporting system. • Ensure rosters are developed in accordance with approved core roster resource levels and SDHB Rostering Standards and budgets. • Ensure appropriately budgeted training and development plans are in place for all staff. In conjunction with the ACN/CNS/Practice Development • Develop communication mechanisms that facilitate effective and timely communication within and across the xxxx/s and/or unit/s. • Proactively plan and implement appropriate staffing aligned with variations in patient/staff activity, e.g. winter, Christmas, school holidays. • Ensure timely staff appraisal and feedback structures are in place. With staff, identify professional development plans aligned to SDHB and service priorities. • Proactively deal with staff conflict and performance issues. • Ensure effective strategies are in place to resolve issues. • Maximise opportunities to create a harmonious working environment. Show positive leadership and seek feedback. • Manage employee leave to ensure service demands are matched with the legal requirements for staff to take leave. • Ensure accuracy and timeliness in rostering and payroll transactions in compliance with OneStaff (staff management system) and the SDHB Rostering Standards Unit Nurse Educator, and ensure in-service training and education is carried out to maintain quality of service. • Promote and facilitate nursing staff participation in the PDRP (Professional Development Recognition Programme). • Ensure all staff have an up to date annual leave management plan at all times. Financial Management Work within budgets for the financial year, and work in collaboration with the Associate Director of Nursing/Director of Nursing/Service Manager to develop risk mitigation strategies for unexpected expenditure. Participate in developing and managing annual and three year capital expenditure plan. • Report to the Associate Director of Nursing/Director of Nursing/Service Manager on a monthly basis, financial performance including variations and corrective actions. • Work closely with Analyst to understand variances and operationalise mitigating strategies. • Participate in annual budgeting process with Associate Director of Nursing/Director of Nursing/Service Manager and Analyst. Report to the Associate Director of Nursing/Director of Nursing/Service Manager on a monthly basis, financial performance including variations and corrective actions. • Work closely with Analyst to understand variances and operationalise mitigating strategies. • Participate in annual budgeting process with Associate Director of Nursing/Director of Nursing/Service Manager and Analyst. • Manage capital expenditure within annual capital expenditure plans, and in accordance with SDHB policies and procedures. • Proactively engage with staff to identify ideas and action plans for xxxx/unit efficiency improvements and cost reduction initiatives. Quality and Risk Management Manage xxxx/unit quality and risk programmes. Lead and manage certification and accreditation within xxxx/unit. Xxxxxx a quality improvement culture. • Lead, administer and facilitate staff involvement in xxxx/unit quality and risk programmes and action plans, and participate in service wide programmes, in accordance with Southern District Health Board policy. • Lead and manage service level health and safety programmes including audit of hazards and routine reporting of incidents and accidents. • Investigate complaints, incidents and other matters in a timely manner, reporting outcomes as required • Ensure compliance including: all relevant standards and legislation, health safety, professional regulations, and equipment. • Manage xxxx/unit balanced scorecard and report and manage variations. • Lead the xxxx/unit incident reporting and investigation processes, within SDHB policies and procedures. • Support and demonstrate the philosophy and practice of a service and organisational wide systems approach to service and operational processes. including development of action plans to facilitate xxxx/unit/ service development. • Proactively develop new xxxx/unit/service policies and protocols in conjunction with members of the team. • Maintain professional and organisational quality standards. • Ensure delivered work is planned, delivered, and implemented consistently against quality standards. • Continuously identify improvement opportunities to perform job in most effective manner. • Investigate opportunities to achieve goals in a more efficient way. • Lead and support the implementation of the Releasing Time to Care programme for the xxxx/unit/ service. • Performance is in alignment with HR quality audit standards, organisational requirements, and professional standards. • Lead the roll out and continual update of visual management boards for the xxxx/unit/service which displays key elements of performance for staff and patients. Strategic Management Contribute and lead xxxx/unit operational and clinical projects. Lead in the process of change and instil a continuous quality improvement culture. • Maintain knowledge of current and emerging strategic priorities for the relevant service grouping specialties. • Lead assigned projects that are of strategic xxxx/unit & service priority, ensuring their effective completion within assigned timeframes and resources. • Build a collective vision for the xxxx/unit to allow staff to have a clear understanding of their role in service provision. • Use Balanced Scorecard, incidents, complaints and other KPIs to inform xxxx/unit development and improvement opportunities • Participates in SDHB wide projects as relevant to xxxx/unit/service. • Participate in focus groups/projects that advance issues and strategies for the organisation. • Provide cover for other CNM/CMM/UM within the service as required. • Act up as Associate Director of Nursing/Director of Nursing/Service Manager as required/requested. • Participate collectively with other CNM/CMM to provide a collaborative approach to provide clinical service provision. • Plan and manage own work to achieve desired results on time, within budget and to required standard. • Act as a role model for the SDHB organisational values.
Third Party Service Providers Unless otherwise prohibited by Apple in the Documentation or this Agreement, You are permitted to employ or retain a third party (“Service Provider”) to assist You in using the Apple Software and Services provided pursuant to this Agreement, including, but not limited to, engaging any such Service Provider to maintain and administer Your Applications’ servers on Your behalf, provided that any such Service Provider’s use of the Apple Software and Services or any materials associated therewith is done solely on Your behalf and only in accordance with these terms. Notwithstanding the foregoing, You may not use a Service Provider to submit an Application to the App Store or use TestFlight on Your behalf. You agree to have a binding written agreement with Your Service Provider with terms at least as restrictive and protective of Apple as those set forth herein. Any actions undertaken by any such Service Provider in relation to Your Applications or use of the Apple Software or Apple Services and/or arising out of this Agreement shall be deemed to have been taken by You, and You (in addition to the Service Provider) shall be responsible to Apple for all such actions (or any inactions). In the event of any actions or inactions by the Service Provider that would constitute a violation of this Agreement or otherwise cause any harm, Apple reserves the right to require You to cease using such Service Provider.
Supplier A manufacturer, fabricator, distributor, supplier, or vendor of goods or equipment in connection with the Work, or any other party having a Contract or Purchase Order with the Contractor or with a Subcontractor to furnish materials or equipment to be incorporated in the Work by the Contractor or a Subcontractor.
