Conduct an external environmental analysis of Alnylam Pharmaceuticals company.

1. Topic

Conduct an external environmental analysis of Alnylam Pharmaceuticals company.

Based on this analysis, identify the key strategic issues that Alnylam Pharmaceuticals is facing in the external environment.

https://www.alnylam.com/

https://www.alnylam.com/sites/default/files/pdfs/Alnylam-Corporate-Presentation.pdf

Briefly describe what is your expectation around the type of feedback that enhances your learning.

This is a task for any instance of follow-on assignment (assessment 2 and 3). This must be submitted as the first page of the follow-on assignment (assessment 2 and 3) to ensure you acted on the feedback provided to you in the previous assignment. (this is not counted as part of the assessment word count)

How did you act on the feedback?

Feedback is an important component of learning. Please consider the feedback you received in your last assignment and provide a response on how you acted on, or intend to act upon, that feedback,

develop a marketing proposal using collected data to justify your marketing strategy and present this in a formal proposal.

Assessment Overview:

In Assessment 2, you were asked to introduce us to your Wellness centre/service and outline the legal and economic dimensions that were relevant. Now, in Assessment 3, you will develop a marketing proposal using collected data to justify your marketing strategy and present this in a formal proposal.

Instructions

Prior to your assignment being drafted, you will be asked to participate in a class-wide anonymous survey, identifying your opinions about Wellness centres/services. The results of this survey will be provided to you as a data set, which you can use for a statistical analysis to justify and support your marketing strategy.

In your proposal you will discuss the key identifiers from the dataset provided on LEO that you have chosen to support your marketing strategy. These should be supported by data and your knowledge of statistics. Identifiers may include gender, income, Wellness centres/services and opinions, etc.

Consider the following questions:

What does the data tell you about potential users?

How does this support your strategy?

You may like to draw on additional sources to support these ideas. Be sure to indicate appropriate theories and their applications.

You should create tables and graphs to support your points, but these must be labelled and referenced clearly. Though you may find existing graphs and tables about your market, consider these as inspirational only and create your own using the data set you have been given.

Report writing is formal and intended for professional audiences. You will need to adapt the language you use to suit the audience.

appraise a data set using learnt descriptive statistical skills in order to demonstrate basic applied understanding of such skills in a marketing context.

This assessment provides you with the opportunity to appraise a data set using learnt descriptive statistical skills in order to demonstrate basic applied understanding of such skills in a marketing context. This assessment will also enable you to demonstrate the ability to interpret numeric data, and derive market or consumer meaning from it.

By competing this assessment, you will have developed important skills to aid you in:

• Research

• Statistical analysis

• Market analysis

• Proposal writing

• Data literacy

What are the types of employability skills that I will acquire upon completion of this assessment?

take a key idea from a poem and write 800-1000 word story on it.

Description

The task is a creative writing short story for my english assignment. The task is to take a key idea from a poem and write 800-1000 story on it (i would prefer closer to the 800-850 mark). The poem I’ve chosen is called “on a tree fallen across the road” by Robert a Frost. The key theme i wanted to carry through was the idea of facing obstacles in life. An idea i has was the main character giving money to someone in need as a gift of charity and sitting down with them, having a talk – just understanding that other people have difficulties and hardships worse than ours.. Also having a reoccurring motif or metaphorical symbol would be amazing but I’m yet to figure out what to use, so ill let you figure that out. (also no references as its a story)

Evaluate the challenges of storing and communicating large quantities of scientific information so that it can be retrieved and used.

Evaluate the challenges of storing and communicating large quantities of scientific information so that it can be retrieved and used

Infrastructure 

Storage of a lot of data requires the proper infrastructure, which usually involves investing in high-tech servers that take up a lot of room in the office. Using cloud hosting and storage saves space and the bother of setting things up.

 Cost.

Given the financial requirements, owning and running a data center is capital intensive. A large sum of money is required on the initial setup, continuous maintenance, and the charges of the employees responsible for it (Ahmad et al., 2020). Outsourcing the task is the best option since it only involves paying a monthly charge that is more likely to save money in the long run.

 Security. 

Security is a big issue that must be addressed. If data is stored anywhere, a third party could theoretically access it (Ahmad et al., 2020). Several levels of protection can help you avoid unauthorized access, such as encryption and relying on third-party suppliers, but there is a limit to how far they can go.

 Corruption. 

Every type of data storage system has the potential to be corrupted. Stray particles can harm most types of data storage, and anything that relies on electric storage can be affected by electromagnetic interference. Data will deteriorate over time if there isn’t a direct outside source tampering with it. Using several backups is the best chance for security in this situation

Scale.

One might be able to locate a storage solution that meets the current requirements, but changes can occur immediately. Scaling data storage solutions will require some capacity because one cannot know how demands will alter in the future, hence the importance of having as many options as possible (Rafique & Khan, 2018).

User interface and accessibility 

A good interface should allow the user to access data with ease in real-time whenever needed. The retrieval process should be fast and easy to follow. As a result, one will need a system with a user-friendly, accessible user interface (UI) and easy access to whatever functionality is required.

Reference list

Ahmad, F., Widén, G. and Huvila, I., 2020. The impact of workplace information literacy on organizational innovation: An empirical study. International Journal of Information Management, 51, p.102041.

Ballantyne, A., 2019. Adjusting the focus: a public health ethics approach to data research. Bioethics, 33(3), pp.357-366.

Clark, K., Duckham, M., Guillemin, M., Hunter, A., McVernon, J., O’Keefe, C., Pitkin, C., Prawer, S., Sinnott, R., Warr, D. and Waycott, J., 2019. Advancing the ethical use of digital data in human research: challenges and strategies to promote ethical practice. Ethics and Information Technology, 21(1), pp.59-73.

Colabroy, K. and Bell, J.K., 2019. Lab notebooks. In Biochemistry Education: From Theory to Practice (pp. 173-195). American Chemical Society.

Kim, E., Rubinstein, S.M., Nead, K.T., Wojcieszynski, A.P., Gabriel, P.E. and Warner, J.L., 2019, October. The evolving use of electronic health records (EHR) for research. In Seminars in radiation oncology (Vol. 29, No. 4, pp. 354-361). WB Saunders.

Rafique, G.M. and Khan, H.A., 2018. Information literacy skills of management sciences students. Pakistan Journal of Information Management and Libraries, 19, pp.52-73.

Explain the ethical and bioethical considerations associated with the storage of scientific information that may be made available to a third party, e.g., healthcare records

Explain the ethical and bioethical considerations associated with the storage of scientific information that may be made available to a third party, e.g., healthcare records

Privacy and confidentiality

Privacy is defined as the right of an individual to prevent personal information from being accessed by unauthorized individuals. Storage of scientific information should only be shared with others with those permitted by law. Information obtained following assessment can be considered confidential and should therefore be kept private. The key to maintaining secrecy is limiting access to information to only authorized people. The first step is to authorize users. Predefined role-based privileges determine the user’s access (Rafique & Khan, 2018). The administrator issues usernames and passwords after identifying the user and determining the level of information to be shared. The user should be informed that they will be held responsible for how the data they view is used and misused. They have access to the data they require to fulfill their duties. As a result, one of the most critical aspects of medical record security is assigning user privileges (Clark et al., 2019). Controlling access to information is crucial, but it isn’t enough to guarantee the information’s secrecy. Additional security measures, such as strict privacy and security policies, are required to protect information.

Security breaches

When private information is made available to outsiders without the individual’s agreement or authorization, security breaches threaten their privacy. Encryption refers to the process of encrypting data in such a way that only authorized parties may read it. It is usually accomplished with the assistance of an encryption system, which defines how the data should be deciphered. Cloud storage, password protection, and encryption can be used to make portable Electronic health records more secure. Employees misplacing or having their phones stolen is quite a common occurrence. Encrypting mobile phones that convey confidential information should be prioritized (Clark et al., 2019). A two-factor authentication system that includes security tokens and a password can assist secure data storage systems.

Security precautions such as firewalls and intrusion prevention software must be used to safeguard data integrity. With that, employees should follow basis security protocols such as not sharing their IDs and ensuring that they log out after using a system.

System implementation

During adopting an electronic record-keeping system, laboratory organizations face significant problems. System design, its implementation, and maintenance procedures require resources and the collaboration of a multi-disciplinary team. Many adoption efforts fail because they overlook the need to have one or more practitioners serve as opinion leaders. With that, researchers have the responsibility of aiding their colleagues in understanding their roles in the implementation phase and the scope of their tasks (Rafique & Khan, 2018).   Users are likely to experience challenges unless a standard approach to performing tasks is put in place. Before choosing an electronic record-keeping system, institutions should outline and standardize their workflows (Ahmad et al., 2020). An interface is established when multiple systems are interlinked. The user interface allows the used to interact with the backend computer system. A user-friendly interface is essential to success of system. Interfaces that not user-friendly are often the result of insufficient systemic analysis of user needs and tasks to be performed. Unintended negative consequences of a poorly designed user interface include reduced efficiency and poor quality work.   Incompetently designed user interfaces do not match users’ needs, and therefore resulting in user dissatisfaction.

Data inaccuracies

Integrity of data necessitates that the data is accurate and is in its original form. Electronic record-keeping systems help to improve scientific information safety by minimizing errors. However, questions about the accuracy and dependability of data submitted into the electronic record have been raised (Ahmad et al., 2020). Improper usage of choices like “cut and paste” results in inaccurate representations of scientific information. The drop-down menu and the disposal of pertinent information in the trash are two additional features that compromise data integrity. Such menus limit the options available to the practitioner, who may make a mistake in a hurry, resulting in serious mistakes. Data loss may occur during data transfer, generating concerns about the accuracy of the database.

Explain and contrast the benefits and the issues involved in obtaining, organizing, retrieving, pooling and sharing specific types of scientific information, e.g., drug test results

Explain and contrast the benefits and the issues involved in obtaining, organizing, retrieving, pooling and sharing specific types of scientific information, e.g., drug test results

Data sharing, can aid in understanding the results of research and allow researchers to pool data and conduct scientific experiments. The moral and ethical justifications for data sharing revolve around respecting duties to study participants, reducing safety concerns, and preserving the public benefit aspect of medical research (Rafique & Khan, 2018). Research accuracy, enhancing risk/benefit analyses of treatment alternatives, enhancing collaborations, expediting biomedical research, and restoring faith in the clinical research business are all practical and scientific grounds for data sharing. When shared data is incredibly beneficial, caution must be exercised to avoid drawing incorrect conclusions from reanalysis.

Discuss How and why workplace laboratories communicate both internally and with external customers

Discuss How and why workplace laboratories communicate both internally and with external customers

The foundation of laboratory work is strongly reliant on communication between scientists to ensure that instructions are given and received accurately and effectively. Communication among a team is essential for the smooth and efficient operation of a process. Scientists’ and technicians’ work is determined by the team’s composition in which they operate and how each team member acts.

In most workplaces, there is a hierarchical structure, which means that the most senior individuals will report to different ranks of workers. The size of a team and the processes they follow determine the hierarchy. The outcomes obtained in a specific workplace should be localized to that workplace. Whatever the outcome, it must only be shared with those who need to know (Colabroy & Bell, 2019). To ensure successful communication, team members must use and understand scientific vocabulary. This ensures that no one is misunderstood, resulting in errors. Meetings are an excellent approach to addressing work issues and creating choices or plans. It allows colleagues to debate current events in the scientific workplace and other vital news.

Health and safety are excellent topics to discuss to improve laboratory work. Since there will always be new people joining the workplace and visitors, it is critical to have an induction for newcomers so that they may be shown the appropriate and latest lab procedures and practices and gain a better understanding of how the company operates (Ballantyne, 2019). This provides them with a wealth of information on a variety of topics and a better grasp of safety risks. Emails are also an excellent way to communicate with coworkers because they are quick and secure. Newsletters and bulletins keep scientists and professionals in the workplace up to date on crucial information. These can be sent by email, in magazines, or in simple leaflets.

Signs throughout the lab are essential since they provide essential information in emergency and general information. Signs are always visible and easily discernible, promoting health and safety. The most crucial communication is verifiable communication, which permits knowledge to be delivered directly to another worker. Verbal communication is more easily understood, and more inquiries and information can be provided for clarification if anything is not apparent (Ballantyne, 2019).

Information Communication Strategies

Science communication, at its finest, can help technology and development systems solve global concerns. It accomplishes this by strengthening ties with policymakers, industry, civil society, and the general public. Science communication may do this by putting public interests at the center of how knowledge is produced, disseminated, and utilized today, thereby improving the advantages of science and technology while reducing their limitations or risks (Ballantyne, 2019). As a result, it is critical that scientific communication correctly serves this mediating role. Scientific communication research and practice, on the other hand, need to be more tightly coordinated and incorporated into what is called evidence-based science communication if it is to continue to progress.

Integrating research and practice

Today, science communication’s institutional and professional requirements go much beyond the practice’s origins in rendering scientific understanding more accessible to the public.   Ironically, the lack of good communication is likely the most significant difficulty facing the area of science communication. There are many impediments to developing and implementing science communication research (Ballantyne, 2019). For instance, terminologies in this diverse subject are inconsistent, and doing literature reviews and finding relevant information across hundreds of journals are challenging. This results in a disconnected field of research with limited access to the best available evidence.

Analyze how different workplace laboratories store and manage scientific information

Analyze how different workplace laboratories store and manage scientific information

Scientific data can be saved in either electronic or paper format. The most common formats for research papers are PDF and Word. Any scientific data from a laboratory should be stored so that it can be readily available in the later and so that there is always a record of what was done in the lab.

Health and safety records.  

In a scientific workplace, health and safety records are crucial since they demonstrate that it is being monitored. Accident report cards may need to be filled out when required. The documentation of any incidents should be conducted by department heads and designated safety personnel, being the only authorized individuals to access the reports and extend access whenever necessary (Colabroy & Bell, 2019).

Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) records 

This is a crucial part that assures and raises awareness of the dangers in the workplace. These records contain information on the hazardous compounds in the workplace.

Report records

These records are utilized to research new pharmaceutical medications and keep track of records and test results for GPs. This information will be available to clinical professionals, and office employees will be in charge of recording the outcomes. If no records are found, the procedure should be repeated.