#scalable recovery

[vastedge330]

Choosing the right cloud disaster recovery solution requires careful consideration of factors like Recovery Point Objectives (RPO), Recovery Time Objectives (RTO), data security, scalability, cost, and vendor reliability. Implementing best practices can minimize downtime and data loss, ensuring that businesses remain resilient during disasters.

[primemtec]

Breaking Down the Mechanics of Pressurized Membrane Modules

Pressurized membrane modules serve as a fundamental technology for processing water and food products while supporting pharmaceutical development alongside various industrial production processes. Membrane modules represent one of several membrane system types that lead to current industrial adoption among multiple organizational applications. 

Hydraulic pressure functions in these systems to pull objects through semi-permeable barriers so that the modules can execute desired separations of essential materials from undesirable ingredients. A detailed study of pressurized membrane modules explores their operational mechanism and their benefits alongside their current and projected uses.

1. Working Principle of Pressurized Membrane Modules

Pressurized modules push liquid by using external pressure to pass fluids through permeable membranes featuring tiny pores that block the passage of particles microorganisms and other impurities. Membrane systems operate with pressurized units to carry out filtration techniques including RO (Reverse Osmosis) while also providing UF (Ultrafiltration) MF (Microfiltration) and NF (Nanofiltration). The basic operation involves the following steps:

Feed Water Input: Each module accepts a feed solution that can consist of either pure water or various liquid mixtures.

Pressure Application: An external pressure difference applies to the membrane. The system design determines which mechanism such as pumps will create this pressure.

Separation Process: Membrane pressure pushes liquids from one side while letting molecules with smaller dimensions pass forward while trapping other particles so they collect on the opposite side.

Permeate and Concentrate Streams: The membrane separates liquid into two components - permeate exists as the clear passing solution and the retained substances become concentrated or retentate.

Membrane module operation based on pressure reaches its performance through management of pre-applied pressures that differ according to filtration types. Port de pressure levels differ between membrane filtration techniques where reverse osmosis demands high pressure but ultrafiltration and microfiltration function with lower pressures.

2. Design and Structure

The design of the quality membranes modules is an integral part of their efficiency and performance. There are a number of structural features that make the filtration process optimal for several applications.

Membrane Configuration: Membranes are configured in various forms according to the type of filtration. Common configurations include spiral wounds, hollow fiber, flat sheets, and tubular membranes.

Spiral Wound Membranes: These are the most common form of membrane arrangement used in pressurized modules. They have membrane sheets wrapped around a central core. They provide a very high surface area in a very compact form and are, therefore, very efficient.

Hollow Fiber Membranes: The membranes are essentially tiny fibers through which the liquid flows. These are usually employed for applications where high flux rates are required, such as desalination of water.

Tubular Membranes. These are composed of rigid tubes and can accommodate highly viscous fluids; it is often more industrial and commercial in applications.

Pressure Vessel and Housing: The housing structure contains the membrane and maintains the structural integrity in addition to ensuring protection from damaging elements while under operation. In addition, such vessels can hold up to highly elevated operating pressures to maintain long-term service.

Flow Path Configuration: The flow path in these modules is designed so that the filtering efficiency is achieved at its optimum. The feed flow can either be cross-flow or dead-end flow, arranged according to what the system calls for.

3. Applications of Pressurized Membrane Modules

These quality membranes modules can be applied in a wide variety of industrial applications due to their versatility. Their main use is to separate or concentrate material, and thus they are very significant in applications where high purity and specific separations are concerned.

Water Treatment: Primemtec’s pressurized membrane modules are widely used in municipal and industrial water treatment systems. Reverse osmosis membranes, in particular, are critical for desalinating seawater, treating brackish water, and purifying drinking water.

Food and Beverages: Pressurized membranes in the food industry are used in juice concentration, processing of dairy like milk filtration, and production of beer. Ultra- and microfiltration membranes separate proteins and other dissolved constituents from liquids.

Pharmaceuticals and Biotech: These modules are essential for separating biological substances, sterilizing products, and concentrating active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). They ensure high product purity and consistency, which are critical in pharmaceutical production.

Chemical and Petrochemical Industries: Pressurized membranes module are used in chemical recovery, solvent recovery, and other processes where the separation of complex mixtures is required. They help in reducing energy consumption and enhancing operational efficiency.

Wastewater Treatment: The membrane modules in wastewater treatment plants are used at both the filtration and treatment stages to remove contaminants from effluent streams. It ensures that treated water meets specified quality standards for compliance with environmental regulations.

Summary

Primemtec’s pressurized membrane modules stand as fundamental components of modern filtration science which deliver flexible efficient scalable industrial solutions throughout multiple domains. Through pressure-driven system operations, these technologies enable both liquid separation and purification which drives advances across water treatment alongside food processing and pharmaceutical production and multiple other vital industrial sectors. The future of sustainable and efficient filtration technology will become possible thanks to new membrane materials and system design innovations that overcome operational costs and fouling challenges.

[simple-logic]

#QuizTime What would you improve first in your database systems?

A) Query Response Time ⏱️ B) Scalability for Growth 📊 C) Backup & Recovery 🛡️ D) Performance Monitoring 🖥️

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Dominating the Market with Cloud Power

Explore how leveraging cloud technology can help businesses dominate the market. Learn how cloud power boosts scalability, reduces costs, enhances innovation, and provides a competitive edge in today's digital landscape. Visit now to read more: Dominating the Market with Cloud Power

[thedbahub]

Enhancing Database Resilience with SQL Server 2022 ADR Improvements

SQL Server 2022 has brought significant enhancements to Accelerated Database Recovery (ADR), a feature first introduced in SQL Server 2019 aimed at improving database availability and scalability. ADR’s primary goal is to reduce the time it takes for a database to recover after a restart and to make transaction rollback instant, regardless of the transaction’s size or duration. In this article,…

[ourjobagency]

5 Essential Tips for Maintaining Top-Notch Salesforce Org Health

Introduction: Salesforce has become an indispensable tool for businesses to manage customer relationships, streamline operations, and drive growth. However, just like any other complex system, your Salesforce organization requires regular attention and care to ensure it remains efficient, effective, and aligned with your business objectives. 

In this blog, we'll explore five essential suggestions to maintain a top-notch Salesforce Org health, helping you get the most out of your investment.

Best Tips for Managing  Salesforce Org Health 

Regular Data Cleanup and Maintenance: A cluttered and disorganized Salesforce Org can lead to decreased user productivity, slower system performance, and inaccurate reporting. Regularly conduct data cleanup exercises to eliminate duplicate records, outdated information, and irrelevant data. Implement validation rules, workflows, and data governance processes to ensure that data entered into the system is accurate and consistent. Consider archiving or purging old records that are no longer needed, which can significantly improve system responsiveness.

Optimize User Training and Adoption: Even the most powerful tools are only as effective as the users who operate them. Invest in comprehensive user training programs to ensure that your team fully understands the features and functionalities of Salesforce. Regularly assess user adoption rates and address any issues or challenges they might face. Encourage the use of best practices and provide ongoing training as Salesforce releases updates and new features

Govern Customization and Configuration: Salesforce offers an array of customization options to tailor the platform to your specific business needs. While customization is valuable, an excessive amount can lead to complexity, slow performance, and difficulties during upgrades. Establish a clear governance framework for customization and configuration. This includes guidelines for when to use declarative tools (like Process Builder) versus custom code, as well as regular reviews of custom objects, fields, and processes to ensure they remain relevant and effective

Implement Robust Security Practices: Data security and privacy are paramount in today's business landscape. Regularly review and update your Salesforce security settings to ensure that only authorized personnel have access to sensitive information. Implement strong password policies, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and role-based access controls to minimize the risk of data breaches. Regularly audit user permissions and deactivate accounts for employees who no longer require access to the system

Stay Informed About Salesforce Updates: Salesforce continuously releases updates, enhancements, and new features to improve the platform's functionality and security. It's crucial to stay informed about these updates and assess their potential impact on your organization. Create a process for reviewing and testing new releases in a sandbox environment before rolling them out to your production Org. This practice helps identify any potential compatibility issues with your existing customizations and allows for adjustments before affecting users.

Conclusion: 

Maintaining a top-notch Salesforce Org health requires a proactive approach that involves regular cleanup, user engagement, customization governance, security measures, and staying updated on platform developments. By following these five essential tips, your organization can ensure that Salesforce remains a powerful tool that contributes to your business success, helping you drive growth, streamline processes, and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

[technicalfika]

Exciting Mock interview with DevOps/AWS engineer #devops #cloud #aws #devopsengineer #cloudengineer

Interviewer: Welcome to this exciting mock interview for the role of a DevOps/AWS Engineer! Today, we have an enthusiastic candidate eager to showcase their skills. Let’s begin! Candidate: Thank you! I’m thrilled to be here. Interviewer: Great to have you. Let’s start with a classic question: What attracted you to the field of DevOps and working with AWS? Candidate: DevOps combines my passion…

[reasonsforhope]

"Scientists have developed a way to dramatically reduce the cost of recycling certain electronic waste by using whey protein.

Their method allows for the easy recovery of gold from circuit boards at a cost of energy and materials amounting to 50 times less than the price of the gold they recover—these are the numbers that big business likes to see.

Indeed, the potential for scalability depends on this sort of cost savings, something traditional e-waste recycling methods just can’t achieve.

Professor Raffaele Mezzenga from ETH Zurich has found that whey protein, a byproduct of dairy manufacturing, can be used to make sponges that attract trace amounts of ionized gold.

Electronic waste contains a variety of valuable metals, including copper, cobalt, and gold. Despite gold’s public persona as being either money or jewelry, thousands of ounces of gold are used in electronics every year for its exceptional conductive properties.

Mezzenga’s colleague Mohammad Peydayesh first “denatured whey proteins under acidic conditions and high temperatures, so that they aggregated into protein nanofibrils in a gel,” writes the ETH Zurich press. “The scientists then dried the gel, creating a sponge out of these protein fibrils.”

The next step was extracting the gold: done by tossing 20 salvaged motherboards into an acid bath until the metals had dissolved into ionized compounds that the sponge began attracting.

Removing the sponge, a heat treatment caused the gold ions to aggregate into 22-carat gold flakes which could be easily removed.

“The fact I love the most is that we’re using a food industry byproduct to obtain gold from electronic waste,” Mezzenga says. In a very real sense, he observes, the method transforms two waste products into gold. “You can’t get much more sustainable than that!” ...

However the real dollar value comes from the bottom line—which was 50 times more than the cost of energy and source materials. Because of this, the scientists have every intention of bringing the technology to the market as quickly as possible while also desiring to see if the protein fibril sponge can be made of other food waste byproducts.

E-waste is a quickly growing burden in global landfills, and recycling it requires extremely energy-intensive machinery that many recycling facilities do not possess.

The environmental value of the minerals contained within most e-waste comes not only from preventing the hundreds of years it takes for them to break down in the soil, but also from the reduction in demand from new mining operations which can, though not always, significantly degrade the environments they are located in.

[Note: Absolutely massive understatement, mining is incredibly destructive to ecosystems. Mining is also incredibly toxic to human health and a major cause of conflict, displacement, and slavery globally.]

Other countries are trying to incentivize the recycling of e-waste, and are using gold to do so. In 2022, GNN reported that the British Royal Mint launched an electronically traded fund (ETF) with each share representing the value of gold recovered from e-waste as a way for investors to diversify into gold in a way that doesn’t support environmentally damaging mining.

The breakthrough is reminiscent of that old fairy tale of Rumpelstiltskin who can spin straw into gold. All that these modern-day, real-life alchemists are doing differently is using dairy and circuit boards rather than straw."

-via Good News Network, July 19, 2024

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With all (All!) due regards from the (by spiritual splendour eternally graced) people of the Five-hundred-and-ninety-second High Convocation of the True Anointed Citadel, do hereby Wish to thank you for your Loyal and Relished services, and to Offer our Hopes and Aspirations that the Honourable and Righteous Cooperation between our people and yourself may continue until that Glorious moment when the last of us has joined our most Admired peers in spite of current Events!

It is with Honour I, Eight Bogs under Warm Starlight, of the House of Ten Bones, Count of two living blocks, Counsellor of 1, Duke of none, Humble Proprietor of the Convocation of the True Anointed Citadel, do write this to You on behalf of our Organization:

We seek your Thoughts, Opinions, and possibly Feelings (insofar as you find yourself capable of the latter, being Transcendent and Greater as you are!) on the issues that Surround the Imminent Completion and Activation of the Apostate Superstructure Abomination which has been allowed the Outrageous Blasphemy of being allowed to place shadow upon the Divine Body of the True Anointed Citadel.

Sincerely, Eight Bogs under Warm Starlight, of the House of Ten Bones, Count of two living blocks, Counsellor of 1, Duke of none, writing to you on behalf of the Five-hundred-and-ninety-second High Convocation of the True Anointed Citadel.

May your cycles be Fruitful and your recovery from the Present Situation regarding Oversights of Scalability and Sustainability on account of your Flawed and Humble Occupants be swift.

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Kaladin Didn’t Invent Therapy (And Why That’s Actually Great)

“...You need someone to talk to, Noril, when the darkness is strong. Someone to remind you the world hasn’t always been this way; that it won’t always be this way.” “How do you … know this?” Noril asked. “I’ve felt it,” Kaladin said. “Feel it most days.” - Rhythm of War, Ch. 25 Devotary of Mercy

I’m writing as someone with a background in psychotherapy and peer support, and I'm bursting with excitement about one of my favourite topics. You can imagine why I love Kaladin’s arc in Rhythm of War so much! I actually yelled out loud when I read some of these parts the first time.

I’ve seen people online saying and making jokes that Kaladin invents therapy, and while that could eventually be true, what Kaladin actually invented in RoW is mental health peer support. Psychotherapy as most people would understand it simply doesn’t exist yet on Roshar. However, peer support is a legitimate modality for healing on its own merits. Even more importantly for the story, peer support is something Kaladin would personally really benefit from, and it fits his narrative arc way better than therapy would.

1. Therapy as we know it won’t exist for a while yet.

“We need to study their responses, use an empirical approach to treatment instead of just assuming someone who has suffered mental trauma is permanently broken.” - Rhythm of War, Ch. 25 Devotary of Mercy “Someone needs to talk to them, try different treatments, see what they think works. What actually helps.” - Rhythm of War, Ch. 25 Devotary of Mercy

Obviously, Kaladin has not been educated in battle shock or melancholia or any other diagnosis. In Alethkar there's hardly any knowledge to be had on the subject. Even now in real life, research into effective interventions for various diagnoses is still ongoing, over 100 years after modern therapy was founded.

Building an empirical knowledge base* will take time, not to mention the years it will take to train new therapists across Roshar in how to provide interventions specific to various issues. Therapy as we know it today generally includes time in mentorship with another therapist, so in a way, the first therapist isn't a therapist. 😅 In the meantime, there are people who need help today, including Kaladin.

Peer support can fill that gap because its knowledge base is different. Peers bring their expertise, which is their years of trial and error, successes and failures - their lived experience. Peer facilitators need to know the basics of managing a group, and they have to be willing to share their own experiences and learn from the group. Thus, training peer leaders is relatively quick, and incredibly scalable and adaptable across cultures and many issues/diagnoses.

2. Peer Support is a distinct path to recovery that doesn’t require an expert in therapy.

Kaladin located six men in the sanitarium with similar symptoms. He released them and got them working to support each other. He developed a plan, and showed them how to share in ways that would help...Today they sat in seats on the balcony outside his clinic. Warmed by mugs of tea, they talked. About their lives. The people they’d lost. The darkness. - Rhythm of War, Ch. 33 Understanding “While you can’t force it, having someone to talk to usually helps. You should be letting him meet with others who feel like he does.” - Rhythm of War, Ch. 25, Devotary of Mercy

Kaladin is already positioning himself to align with the values of peer support. Some of these values overlap with therapy, such as dignity, respect, inclusion, hope, and trust. What makes peer support different is a particular emphasis on equal relationships, self-determination, and personal growth (Peer Support Canada, 2022).

In peer support, the group facilitator is not considered an authority like a therapist would be. A peer leader may be further on the road to recovery, but they may not be. They are expected to listen and grow just like any other group member.

Because the leader of the group is also a learner, peer support groups tend to be more collaborative and open-ended. Everyone in the group has something they can take out of it and something to give. Everyone in the group is responsible for managing their own self care, and everyone in the group is responsible for the direction of their own growth. This is different from most therapy groups, which often have a specific focus or goal that the therapist is responsible for implementing. And speaking of responsibility...

3. Peer Support Fits Kaladin’s Narrative Arc Better than Therapy

At his father’s recommendation—then insistence—Kaladin took it slowly, confining his initial efforts to men who shared similar symptoms. Battle fatigue, nightmares, persistent melancholy, suicidal tendencies. -Rhythm of War, Ch. 33 Understanding …he’d learned—these last few months—that his battle shock could take many forms. He was getting to where he could confront it. -Rhythm of War, Ch. 39 Invasion

I think everyone can agree that Kaladin needs to participate in therapy just as much as the other battle-shocked men he finds in the Devotary of Mercy.

However, in therapy, the focus is solely on the needs of the clients. A therapist should not be distracted by their own issues (when this happens, it’s called countertransference). Further, therapy is generally framed such that the therapist is the only expert in the room, which means therapists have a higher level of responsibility for how the clients are doing (which varies depending on the issue, the therapy modality, and the circumstances).

In his own recovery, Kaladin is working on trying to take less responsibility for others, so setting him up as a therapeutic authority could be harmful for him. In a position of authority, he might be tempted to replicate the hierarchical structure he was in before (which would impede his own growth), or try to save everyone (which could impede everyone's growth). He simply doesn’t have the mentorship or knowledge base he'd need to work through those issues before leading as an expert.

In contrast, the point of peer support is the mutual sharing of lived experience. The group facilitator is expected to share their own struggles (as a model of recovery), and allow others to support them. In the context of a more balanced power dynamic, Kaladin can give the other group members the space they need to grow, and he can pursue his own recovery without feeling like he’s letting others down. Also, he will be able to leave the group during KOWT without worrying that the group won't be able to run without him. Everyone in the group carries some responsibility for each other, so group members can come and go with less stress than a change in therapist would cause in group therapy.

This is the beauty of peer support. It can happen anywhere people with similar experiences get together. No formal education is required. What is required is a willingness to know yourself as well as you can; to share your experiences; to listen to others tell their stories; to question your own assumptions as you learn how others handle things differently; to look out for each other's safety; to care.

Peer support creates a place of belonging and a community repository of shared wisdom. Kaladin almost had it on Bridge Four, but his position of authority wouldn’t allow him to grow the way he needed. Peer support is what Kaladin needs - he needs a place where he can take off his armour among people who get it because they're struggling with similar issues, and without having a position of responsibility over them. When he (eventually**) attends the groups, they help him grow!

Anyway, that's why Kaladin didn’t invent therapy, and why I think that's great.

For the men chatting together softly, the change was in being shown sunlight again. In being reminded that the darkness did pass. But perhaps most important, the change was in not merely knowing that you weren’t alone—but in feeling it. Realizing that no matter how isolated you thought you were, no matter how often your brain told you terrible things, there were others who understood. - Rhythm of War, Ch. 33 Understanding

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*Funny enough, empirical research could lead Rosharan researchers right back to peer support. Empirical research on Earth has shown that modern therapy and peer support have similar levels of effectiveness (for example, for depression and PTSD).

**Look who’s resisting attending the groups he founded…KALADIN!! (shakes fist in the general direction of the sky) (This is the most relatable passage for me in this whole book, by the way, helper types unite lmao):

Kaladin looked down at the table. Had it? Had talking to Noril helped? “He’s been avoiding joining in,” Teft said. “I haven’t,” Kaladin snapped. “I’ve been busy.” Teft gave him a flat stare. Storming sergeants. They always heard the things you weren’t saying. - Rhythm of War, Ch. 38 Rhythm of the Terrors

Peer Support Canada. (2022). Peer Support Core Values. Accessed from https://peersupportcanada.ca/ Jun 27, 2022.

[soon-palestine]

Damages to Physical Structures Estimated at $18.5 billion as of end January

WASHINGTON, April 2, 2024 – The cost of damage to critical infrastructure in Gaza is estimated at around $18.5 billion according to a new report released today by the World Bank and the United Nations, with financial support of the European Union. That is equivalent to 97% of the combined GDP of the West Bank and Gaza in 2022. The Interim Damage Assessment report used remote data collection sources to measure damage to physical infrastructure in critical sectors incurred between October 2023 and end of January 2024. The report finds that damage to structures affects every sector of the economy. Housing accounts for 72% of the costs. Public service infrastructure such as water, health and education account for 19%, and damages to commercial and industrial buildings account for 9%. For several sectors, the rate of damage appears to be leveling off as few assets remain intact. An estimated 26 million tons of debris and rubble have been left in the wake of the destruction, an amount that is estimated to take years to remove.

The report also looks at the impact on the people of Gaza. More than half the population of Gaza is on the brink of famine and the entire population is experiencing acute food insecurity and malnutrition. Over a million people are without homes and 75% of the population is displaced. Catastrophic cumulative impacts on physical and mental health have hit women, children, the elderly, and persons with disabilities the hardest, with the youngest children anticipated to be facing life-long consequences to their development.

With 84% of health facilities damaged or destroyed, and a lack of electricity and water to operate remaining facilities, the population has minimal access to health care, medicine, or life-saving treatments. The water and sanitation system has nearly collapsed, delivering less than 5% of its previous output, with people dependent on limited water rations for survival. The education system has collapsed, with 100% of children out of school.

The report also points to the impact on power networks as well as solar generated systems and the almost total power blackout since the first week of the conflict. With 92% of primary roads destroyed or damaged and the communications infrastructure seriously impaired, the delivery of basic humanitarian aid to people has become very difficult.

The Interim Damage Assessment Note identifies key actions for early recovery efforts, starting with an increase in humanitarian assistance, food aid and food production; the provision of shelter and rapid, cost-effective, and scalable housing solutions for displaced people; and the resumption of essential services.

About the Gaza Interim Damage Assessment Report The Gaza Interim Damage Assessment report draws on remote data collection sources and analytics to provide a preliminary estimate of damages to physical structures in Gaza from the conflict in accordance with the Rapid Damage & Needs Assessment (RDNA) methodology. RDNAs follow a globally recognized methodology that has been applied in multiple post-disaster and post-conflict settings. A comprehensive RDNA that assesses economic and social losses, as well as financing needs for recovery and reconstruction, will be completed as soon as the situation allows. The cost of damages, losses and needs estimated through a comprehensive RDNA is expected to be significantly higher than that of an Interim Damage Assessment.

[sngl-led-auto-lights]

How do Teslas manage power differently from traditional cars, especially regarding overnight features like headlights?

Teslas manage power fundamentally differently from traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) cars—especially for "always-on" features like headlights—through architectural differences in their electrical systems, intelligent power management, and energy source prioritization. Here’s how they do it:

⚡ 1. Core Power Architecture Differences Component Traditional ICE Car Tesla

Primary Energy Source Alternator (belt-driven) recharges the 12V battery High-voltage (400V) battery pack → powers everything 12V System Power Source Lead-acid battery (depletes quickly) DC-DC converter taps HV pack to charge 12V lithium battery Headlights/Electronics Run only off 12V battery → drains in hours Prioritized LV loads → HV pack replenishes 12V as needed

🔋 2. Overnight Power Management

Teslas avoid dead batteries via layered power optimization: Deep Sleep Mode:

After 15-30 mins idle, Tesla shuts down non-essential systems (sentry mode, infotainment), cutting power draw to ~10-50W (vs. 200W+ in ICE idling).

Adaptive 12V Charging:

The DC-DC converter tops up the 12V battery only when its voltage drops → minimizes HV pack cycles.

Lithium 12V Battery (2021+ models):

Replaced lead-acid → 4x longer lifespan, faster charging, lighter weight.

Example: Headlights Left On ICE Car: Drains 12V battery in ~4-8 hours (500W draw).

Tesla:

Headlights auto-shutoff after delay (or via app).

If left on: HV pack feeds DC-DC converter → powers lights for days (~0.1% HV pack loss/hour).

🌙 3. Tesla-Specific "Overnight" Features Feature Power Source ICE Equivalent

Sentry Mode HV pack → 12V system (~200W) N/A – ICE battery dies fast Climate Keep HV pack → heat pump (1-3kW) Engine must idle (1-2L fuel/hr) Software Updates HV pack → compute (300W+) Drains 12V battery rapidly

HV battery sustains all features without idling an engine.

🔧 4. Real-World Efficiency Data Vampire Drain:

Tesla loses ~1-2% battery/day with sentry/climate off.

ICE cars lose 0.5–1L/day in fuel to keep 12V alive during shipping/storage.

Headlight Overnight Draw:

Tesla LED headlights: ~50W total.

ICE halogen headlights: 110W+.

⚠️ Why Tesla’s System Wins No Parasitic Losses: No alternator constantly burning fuel to charge a 12V system.

Energy Scale: Tapping a 75kWh HV pack for 12V loads is like "using an ocean to fill a bathtub."

Predictive Shutdown: Tesla sleeps deeply unless explicitly woken (via app or key).

🛠️ Edge Cases & Fail-Safes 12V Battery Failure:

Tesla alerts drivers weeks in advance → DC-DC converter keeps it charged proactively. HV Pack Depletion:

If HV pack hits 0%, the car uses reserve energy to boot critical systems for recovery. Frozen Temperatures:

HV pack self-heats to maintain efficiency (ICE batteries struggle below -10°C).

Bottom Line: Teslas treat electricity like a data network—intelligently routed, prioritized, and scalable—while ICE cars rely on wasteful "always-on" generation. This allows features like headlights, sentry mode, and climate control to run indefinitely overnight without stranding the driver. 🔋💡

[omgmaxsmith-blog]

How is a supply chain strategy linked to a business strategy?

In today’s competitive and unpredictable global market, the integration of supply chain strategy with business strategy is not optional—it is essential. Supply chain management (SCM) is no longer a back-office function but a core component in driving business growth, profitability, and operational efficiency. Companies that align their supply chain targets with their primary business objectives tend to perform better in terms of consumer satisfaction and financial performance than other organizations.

1. Cutting Costs and Improving Efficiency

A strategic supply chain approach identifies cost-saving opportunities without compromising speed or quality. According to McKinsey, aligning supply chain and business goals can reduce costs by up to 15% and boost service levels by 20%.

When the supply chain management​ supports business goals, it becomes easier to identify cost-saving opportunities without sacrificing quality or speed.

2. Improving Customer Experience

Many companies focus on customer satisfaction when creating their business strategies. When a supply chain management​ strategy is well-integrated, it guarantees goods are delivered on schedule, are always available and meets customer needs.

According to Gartner, an overwhelming portion of supply chain leaders say connecting their strategy to customer experience is vital for growing revenue. Proper SCM leads to faster order satisfaction and visibility of numbers in stock which boosts customer loyalty.

3. Reducing Risk and Ensuring Continuity

Supply chain management​ disruptions can damage both reputation and revenue. Embedding supply chain strategy into enterprise risk planning improves resilience and allows faster, data-informed responses to disruptions

During the COVID-19 crisis, companies with flexible supply chains were 2.5 times more likely to avoid significant disruptions, according to a report by Deloitte. An innovative supply chain strategy includes backup suppliers, real-time data, and clear recovery plans—all of which support overall business stability.

4. Supporting Sustainability and Compliance

Many companies now set goals around sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) performance. Supply chain management​ plays an important role here.

EY found that 61% of businesses now assess the sustainability of their suppliers. A supply chain strategy that supports ESG goals enables companies to meet regulations, reduce emissions, and foster trust with stakeholders. It also opens doors to new customers who value responsible business practices.

5. Enabling Growth and Expansion

Growth and market expansion demand a scalable, agile supply chain that can meet increased demand, navigate local regulations, and accelerate go-to-market timelines.

If the supply chain is not aligned, delays and rising costs can quickly hold back growth. On the other hand, a flexible supply chain management​ strategy enables faster product launches and confident entry into new regions.

Key Supply Chain Management Providers

A lot of organizations depend on third-party supply chain management companies for well-rounded strategies, advanced data analysis, and comprehensive logistics support. Enterprises such as Suma Soft, DHL Supply Chain, Ryder System Inc., XPO Logistics and Geodis are focused on connecting logistics functions to the bigger aims of a business. Using third-party logistics companies to help with transportation, warehousing, and last-mile solutions allows businesses to achieve their key targets.

A strong business strategy depends on an equally strong supply chain strategy. Whether the goal is reducing costs, improving service, managing risks, or supporting sustainability, the supply chain plays a vital role.

Companies that align both strategies experience faster growth, improved performance, and higher customer satisfaction—giving them a clear competitive edge in today's market.

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Key Features to look for in Magento Hosting for Maximum Performance

Choosing the right hosting for a Magento store is quite an important issue to ensure a fast, secure, and seamless shopping experience. The following are the key features to look for in Magento hosting for maximum performance:

1. Speed and Performance Optimization: Advanced performance features of Magento hosting should include SSD storage, inbuilt caching like Varnish, and CDNs. These will help boost your website's loading speed so customers won't quit over delays. Search for hosting providers whose servers are optimized for the special demands of Magento.

2. Scalability: Your hosting should grow with your business. Find a solution to handle sudden traffic increases, especially when you run sales or special promotions. Look for scalable resources from cloud hosting, such as AWS or Google Cloud, to maintain smooth operations during heavy loads.

3. Magento Specific Support: Hosting with Magento expertise is vital. It is good to have Magento dedicated support, server configurations specifically for Magento, and compatibility with the latest Magento versions to ensure any problems are dealt with quickly and the sites stay up.

4. Robust Security Features: Since eCommerce remains the main target for cyber-attacks, your hosting should include firewalls, SSL certificates, DDoS protection, and malware scanning. Secure hosting means keeping the sensitive information of customers safe and preserving one's business reputation.

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BisonSol ($BISON): A Comprehensive Overview for Next-Generation Cryptocurrency Trading

1. Introduction to BisonSol

High-Speed Transactions: Built on Solana, one of the fastest and most scalable blockchain networks, $BISON enables swift transactions with minimal fees.

Cutting-Edge Trading: The platform’s aim is to offer advanced trading capabilities, allowing users to access a wide range of cryptocurrency assets from a single interface.

Community-Centric Approach: BisonSol is designed with its community in mind, ensuring that new features, products, and services align with user feedback and industry best practices.

2. Advantages of Holding $BISON

Reduced Fees: By leveraging Solana’s low transaction costs, holders of $BISON can reduce their trading and transfer expenses.

Portfolio Diversification: With access to more than 2,000 trading pairs, $BISON holders can diversify their portfolios without leaving the ecosystem.

Liquidity and Accessibility: The token is available on well-known decentralized exchanges, making it accessible to both experienced traders and newcomers.

3. How to Get StartedStep 1: Set Up a Solana-Compatible Wallet

Choose Your Wallet: Download Phantom or any other Solana-compatible wallet. For desktop, you can use the Google Chrome extension by visiting the official Phantom website.

Secure Your Recovery Phrase: During setup, store your recovery phrase in a safe location; never share this phrase with anyone.

Step 2: Fund Your Wallet with SOL

Direct Purchase: You can purchase SOL directly through the Phantom wallet using supported payment methods.

Transfer from Another Wallet: If you already have SOL in another wallet, transfer the desired amount to your new Phantom wallet address.

Exchange Purchase: Alternatively, buy SOL on an exchange (e.g., Binance, Coinbase) and send it to your Phantom wallet.

Step 3: Swap SOL for $BISON

Go to Raydium or Jup.ag: Open Raydium.io or Jup.ag in your browser and connect your Phantom wallet.

Select $BISON: Choose SOL as the token to swap from, and pick $BISON as the token to swap to.

Confirm Transaction: Review the swap details (amount, fees, and price impact). Confirm the transaction to complete your purchase of $BISON.

4. Trading Features

Order Types: Benefit from multiple order types (market, limit) offered through Raydium and other Solana-based DEX platforms.

Advanced Analytics: Utilize available charting tools to track price movements, historical data, and market trends.

Security Measures: Transactions are confirmed on the Solana blockchain, ensuring transparency and security.

5. Future Developments

Ecosystem Expansion: The team behind BisonSol plans to continuously expand utility by integrating new features and partnerships within the Solana ecosystem.

Community Governance: Potential future governance mechanisms may empower token holders to have a say in key decisions and platform upgrades.

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