Project developed in order to optimize resources to use in another part of the network, the way in which was implemented is based on several analysis and tests in field which demanded several hours of hard work. The main functions of different parts of the network have been covered in a superficial way because the core of the project is related to performed activities inside an EBTS (Enhanced Base Transceiver System). Iden Network has been implemented based on a number of equipments designed by different manufacturers, the main manufacturer in the network is Motorola, but there are several manufacturers whose equipments are part of the network (e.g. Nortel, Cisco, Tellabs, HP, etc). Iden Technology belongs to Motorola Company; therefore they are on charge of the design, repair and support of the operators which has decided offer different services with this system along the world. The Engineers who works in Field Operation Area, are on charge of guarantee an adequate function of the equipments inside the EBTS, in addition to this, the engineers have to execute routines of maintenance and trouble shooting in order to avoid incidents that could affect the service in a determinate area. To sum up the main activity is the resolution of the problems that could appear suddenly on anywhere place inside of the EBTS network. The statistical tool gave us key information to perform a successful work in this project; through this tool we could detect the different behaviors in the Cell, mainly on services Interconnect and Dispatch. Statistical about energy consumption, payment, billing and quantity of number channels on the air were taken in order to decide the execution of the project. Finally through the same tool, We could check that the work performed inside the cell was successful and fulfilled the main goal, savings in payment of energy and equipment. The results that the project has shown mean a big saving in the budget destined by the company to pay services such as electricity, maintenance and subcontractors. The fact to reduce the current consumption in 43.08 % using new technology, tell us that we always should be ready to looking for new solutions of the issues that could be affecting our business or our network. As an engineer in Telecommunication our duty is find alternatives to solve this kind of troubles in order to optimized resources and generate savings.

Text in English / The inception of psychology as a practicing profession in 1938 brought with it a continuing scientific struggle geared towards cementing its place as a value-adding health service in the form of psychotherapy. Concepts such as Empirically Supported Treatments (ESTs), Evidence Based Treatments (EBTs) and Evidence Based Practice in Psychology (EBPP) arose out of research attempts to scientifically prove the efficacy of psychological treatment versus psychiatric medications or versus no treatment. This focus on evidence in psychotherapy partly stems from, but also influences public policy in the form of practice and training mandates as well as government and insurance funding policies for psychotherapy. At present ESTs, EBTs and EBPP are the source of polarisation among psychologists who argue for either sides of this controversy, raising questions on a practical/policy level as well as an epistemological level. This thesis differentiates between ESTs, EBTs and EBPP as well as the Common Factors approach and continues to critically investigate the advantages, practical/policy implications and epistemological critiques against these approaches. Some of the identified shortfalls resulting from unwarranted epistemological (empirical) assumptions are addressed by proposing a social constructionist model of therapeutic factors based on social constructionist- and eco-systemic theories. The proposed model allows therapists to employ EBT’s in conjunction with various other (excluded) approaches that are available in their arsenal of treatments. Clinical case studies are used to illustrate the model’s practical operation in therapeutic contexts. / Psychology / Ph.D. (Psychology)

Made available in DSpace on 2016-04-26T20:48:58Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 1 Daiane Ramon de Alcantara.pdf: 1580752 bytes, checksum: b24b5e39eb3d6d9364aeb2d1cc88265e (MD5) Previous issue date: 2009-10-26 / Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior / The purpose of this dissertation is to investigate the greatest financial barriers faced by Small Technology - Based Firms of CIETEC in Sao Paulo. In particular, this work aims to analyze which of these derives from the absence of adequate sources of funding. In order to achieve this objective we opted for an empirical study with a group of residents and graduated enterprises at the Incubator Center for Technological Companies from USP São Paulo. Mobilizing resources for Small Technology - Based Firms includes the study of financial environment, the institutional arrangements and mechanisms for state action and the actors in the credit and capital market. Additionally, the determinants of funding supply and demand must be understood considering the distinguishing features of this type of company. When we consider these aspects it is possible to find certain facilitator factors, such as the center infrastructure and the capabilities of entrepreneurs. Among the obstacles are mainly the products and services nature and maturation cycles and the academic profile of the founding partners. The conclusion is that the Small Technology - Based Firms of CIETEC even though with difficulties are able to do a better quest for public funding when compared to private ones made in credit and capital markets - particularly in the seed and venture capital modalities. The intense usage of public funds by these companies is sometimes a discouraging factor for market entrance, since these companies are used to survive with public funds. It seems to be a common fear among companies to have their projects rejected in the context of some agencies. In fact, when it occurs, they are obligated to stop the research and development of products and services, slowing the development process. In the field research with investors we found two possible solutions to the problem: i) the free providing, by CIETEC, of a TBCs management course in the same structure of the course made by Fundação Dom Cabral, Belo Horizonte, MG, ii) the development of tools for supporting the preparation of projects, such as courses or consultancy, to promote the reduction of mistakes made by companies during the preparation of funding requests for technology projects / O propósito desta dissertação é investigar quais são os maiores obstáculos financeiros enfrentados por Empresas de Base Tecnológica do CIETEC em São Paulo. Em especial, o trabalho objetiva analisar quais desses obstáculos são derivados da ausência de fontes adequadas de financiamento. Para tanto, optou-se pelo estudo empírico com um grupo de empresas residentes e graduadas no Centro Incubador de Empresas Tecnológicas, da USP São Paulo. A mobilização de recursos para EBTs engloba o estudo do ambiente financeiro, do arranjo institucional e dos mecanismos de atuação do Estado e dos atores no mercado de crédito e capitais. Adicionalmente, os fatores determinantes da oferta e demanda de financiamento devem ser compreendidos à luz das características distintivas desse tipo de empresa. Considerando esses aspectos, é possível encontrar certos fatores facilitadores, como a infraestrutura do Centro Incubador e as capacidades dos empreendedores. Entre os obstáculos enfrentados estão, principalmente, a natureza e o ciclo de maturação dos produtos/ serviços, além do perfil acadêmico dos sócios fundadores. A conclusão do estudo é que as empresas de base tecnológica do CIETEC têm mais facilidade -- embora também enfrentem dificuldades -- na busca por financiamento público do que por financiamento no mercado privado de crédito e capitais especialmente seed e venture capital. A intensa utilização de financiamento público por essas empresas é, por vezes, fator desestimulante para a inserção no mercado, uma vez que as empresas ficam acostumadas a sobreviver com recursos públicos. Parece comum o medo das empresas em ter seus projetos recusados no âmbito de algum órgão de fomento. De fato, quando isso ocorre, elas são obrigadas a parar a pesquisa e o desenvolvimento dos produtos/serviços, retardando o processo de desenvolvimento. Na pesquisa de campo realizada com investidores foram encontradas duas possíveis soluções para o problema: i) o fornecimento gratuito, pelo CIETEC, de um curso de gestão de EBTs, nos moldes do realizado pela Fundação Dom Cabral, em Belo Horizonte- MG; ii) a elaboração de instrumentos de apoio à elaboração de projetos, como cursos ou consultoria, que possibilitem a redução dos erros cometidos pelas empresas durante a elaboração de pedidos de financiamento para projetos tecnológicos

Text in English / The inception of psychology as a practicing profession in 1938 brought with it a continuing scientific struggle geared towards cementing its place as a value-adding health service in the form of psychotherapy. Concepts such as Empirically Supported Treatments (ESTs), Evidence Based Treatments (EBTs) and Evidence Based Practice in Psychology (EBPP) arose out of research attempts to scientifically prove the efficacy of psychological treatment versus psychiatric medications or versus no treatment. This focus on evidence in psychotherapy partly stems from, but also influences public policy in the form of practice and training mandates as well as government and insurance funding policies for psychotherapy. At present ESTs, EBTs and EBPP are the source of polarisation among psychologists who argue for either sides of this controversy, raising questions on a practical/policy level as well as an epistemological level. This thesis differentiates between ESTs, EBTs and EBPP as well as the Common Factors approach and continues to critically investigate the advantages, practical/policy implications and epistemological critiques against these approaches. Some of the identified shortfalls resulting from unwarranted epistemological (empirical) assumptions are addressed by proposing a social constructionist model of therapeutic factors based on social constructionist- and eco-systemic theories. The proposed model allows therapists to employ EBT’s in conjunction with various other (excluded) approaches that are available in their arsenal of treatments. Clinical case studies are used to illustrate the model’s practical operation in therapeutic contexts. / Psychology / Ph.D. (Psychology)