A“single-use disposable plastic bag,” as defined by the ordinance, is any plastic bag less than 4.0 mils of thickness — about as thick as a piece of paper — used for the purpose of transporting food, beverages or other merchandise. That means that reusable bags...
By prioritizing brand protection as a strategic imperative, companies defend their intellectual property uphold consumer trust, foster innovation, and sustain long-term competitiveness in the global marketplace. Investing in comprehensive brand protection organizations defends their interests and fosters a heal...
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The aim of this study is to systematically review the literature that measures the impact of IP rules on access to medicines. This evidence can be used to inform relevant trade and IP law and policy development to enhance access to affordable medicines or at least minimise negative effects. We...
Market fragmentation, on the other hand, occurs naturally as consumer interests and market conditions evolve, leading to a scattered landscape of niche groups. Free eBook: How to drive profits with customer segmentation What causes market fragmentation? Market fragmentation isn’t random; it’s ...
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Declarations Conflicts of interest/competing interest The authors have no relevant financial or non-financial interests to disclose. Ethics Approval This study was performed in line with the principles of the Declaration of Helsinki. Approval was granted by the local Ethic Committee of ...
This perspective explored how the structure and other properties of networks facilitated or hampered the norms that impacted provider attitudes and behaviors [40]. A growing body of studies focused on the role of peers (e.g., opinion leaders, connectors and bridges or brokers) in the ...
Given the lessons learned from the codeine-related deaths, however, we should bear in mind that specific risk factors (adeno-tonsillectomy, sleep apnea, obesity, renal impairments, the neonatal period) could have a role in any onset of adverse events in ultra-metabolizers. The body of evidence...
Interestingly, and just like Nespresso, it too has joined the sustainable, eco-friendly and bio interests of recent years. Here is one of its more recent ads: Coffee is an obvious choice for marketing on scent as a priority, even if taste is what will probably keep customers loyal. But ...