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What does SPOF mean?

SPOF means Single Point Of Failure

A Single point of failure is a term used primarily in it to indicate that the system stops working if something goes wrong at 1 place. Think of a company network with 20 computers that all work fine, until something goes wrong in the stopping cabinet and every one has lost his work. Then the stopping cabinet is the SPOF.

What does UvW mean?

UvW means union of water boards

The governance of a water board resembles the board of a municipality, with a daily administration (this is sometimes referred to as a college of Dike and local councils) and a president who is often called a dike or a backhoe. In The Netherlands, there are 26 water boards with more than 10,000 employees and the main task of the management of aquatic systems. There is a need for a different solution for each region, but in general money that the water boards provide for safe dikes and sufficient clean waters. Every day the water is busy controlling the amount of surface water. Because the Netherlands is in a river delta, it is immediately noticeable when the water level rises or falls. More information about the tasks of the UvW can be found on the website. Read More

What does TMI mean?

TMI means Too Much Information

TMI is often used in situations that are short and powerful of input (SMS, Twitter, online chats). Sometimes it is also used in spoken language. It actually says that you give information, or give details about something someone would rather not hear (a bloody operation telling with details).

What does GHB mean?

GHB means Gamma Hydroxy butyrate

GHB is a drug that is often sold in pubs, and is a white powder that is dissolved in a beverage. GHB tastes a little salty. A small bit of GHB has the same effect as alcohol (a kind of intoxication), when a larger use is made of an anesthetic. The effect will enter into force after a small half hour and can last up to 3 hours in length. In addition, GHB takes away existing inhibitions and gives you the feeling of being able to get around the world, in some cases it can cause hallucinations or the feeling of dizziness. GHB attacks the short-term memory, so the next day you can't remember things. Because GHB causes your heart rate to slow down and the muscle function does not work well, it can have great consequences: you can choke in your own vomit, a sagging tongue can cause you to no longer breathe and there is a chance that you will become a coma. GHB is often called a ' rape drug ' because sexual inhibition is also going away.

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What does IPMA mean?

IPMA means International Project Management Association

The IPMA belongs to the largest project management association in the world, and is known by the certifications they spend. The IPMA is represented in more than 50 countries and has its head office in Zwtiserland. The certification describes 4 levels to indicate the differences in experience and level. This level is not only for the project manager itself, but also for the projects to which leadership is given. The IPMA certification thus offers clarity about the knowledge and skills of the project manager, which is therefore clear for the customer, the employer and the project manager himself. There are four-level IPMA certificates, from starting manager (level D) to the experienced responsible program manager in the organization's highest management (level A):

  • IPMA-D: Certified Project Management Associate
  • IPMA-C: Certified Project Manager
  • IPMA-B: Certified Senior Project Manager
  • IPMA-A: Certified Projects Director

More information about IPMA can be found on the website.

What does UNESCO mean?

UNESCO means United nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization

UNESCO is a subsidiary of the United Nations, headquartered in Paris and nearly 200 member States. The mission of UNESCO is to contribute to peace (often peace-building), to combat poverty, to develop sustainable development and to (intercultural) dialogue through education, science, culture and communication. UNESCO often comes in the media with the list of World heritage and the register of important documents relating to world history. Read More

What is Thrush?

Thrush is a fungal infection

The fungal infection is caused by a yeast (Candida albicans) that is always present on the skin, in the sluimvliezen and in the intestines. When the balance of the bacteria and yeasts becomes disrupted, the yeast will grow and cause an inflammatory reaction. Thrush can occur in the baby's mouth, but also on the buttocks. When a mother is breastfeeding there may be thrush on her nipples. The oral thrush occurs mainly in the first six weeks, at 4% of the infants. Oral thrush is often identified by white spots in the mouth (against the cheeks, on the tongue). In general, the baby does not suffer, but sometimes it can be restless.

What does NATO mean?

NATO means North Atlantic Treaty Organisation

Since 1949, NATO has been an official body with headquarters in Brussels with currently 28 member states. The English name is NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization), and NATO and NATO, which are often used interconnected. It is a military treaty that regulates the mutual cooperation and defence of the Western countries and the United States. The emphasis is on the maintenance of peace, through Political and military directives contained in the Treaty. In addition, NATO is also acting in crisis areas, so that war can be avoided. For more information, check out the NATO website for more information.

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What does VN mean?

UN means United Nations

The UN is an international organisation working in the field of international law, security, human rights and the development of the world economy. At the start of the Second World War, there were 51 Member States, now this is almost the 200 (almost every internationally recognised independent country is a member). Headquartered in New York, the company is headquartered in Geneva, Vienna and Nairobi. There are 6 governing bodies that control the organisation

  • General Meeting
  • Security
  • Economic Council
  • Social Council
  • The International Court of Justice
  • Secretariat

In addition, there are also special organisations that are part of the UN (UNESCO, WHO) and specific programmes such as UNICEF and UNDP. The International name is un (United nations), and on the UN website you can find more information.