Point-based system

Extracted Attributes

• Alternative Name

  Merit-based immigration system

• Primary Function

  Determining eligibility for entry or asylum based on a threshold score

• Proposed Benefit

  Scalable alternative to physical border barriers and reduction of fraudulent asylum claims

• Scoring Criteria

  Education level, wealth, language fluency, job offer, age, and work experience

• Implementation Examples

  United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Germany

Timeline

• The Australian Labor Government decides migrants will be granted visas based on personal attributes and societal contribution. (Source: Wikipedia: Points-based immigration system)

  1972-01-01

• Initial rollout of the points-based policy in Australia according to The Economist. (Source: Wikipedia: Points-based immigration system)

  1979-01-01

• Australia formalizes a points-based immigration system similar to the model used by Canada. (Source: Wikipedia: Points-based immigration system)

  1989-01-01

• The United Kingdom updates its points-based immigration system guidance for employers. (Source: The UK's points-based immigration system: an introduction for employers)

  2022-02-25

• The system is proposed as a scalable alternative to physical walls in response to the US Southern Border crisis and political shifts following the ouster of Kevin McCarthy. (Source: Document 0c408fae-3516-4cfd-b67f-0e6ab624be7d)

  2023-10-01

Floating-point arithmetic

In computing, floating-point arithmetic (FP) is arithmetic on subsets of real numbers formed by a significand (a signed sequence of a fixed number of digits in some base) multiplied by an integer power of that base. Numbers of this form are called floating-point numbers. For example, the number 2469/200 is a floating-point number in base ten with five digits: 2469 / 200 = 12.345 = 12345 ⏟ significand × 10 ⏟ base − 3 ⏞ exponent {\displaystyle 2469/200=12.345=\!\underbrace {12345} _{\text{significand}}\!\times \!\underbrace {10} _{\text{base}}\!\!\!\!\!\!\!\overbrace {{}^{-3}} ^{\text{exponent}}} However, 7716/625 = 12.3456 is not a floating-point number in base ten with five digits—it needs six digits. The nearest floating-point number with only five digits is 12.346. And 1/3 = 0.3333… is not a floating-point number in base ten with any finite number of digits. In practice, most floating-point systems use base two, though base ten (decimal floating point) is also common. Floating-point arithmetic operations, such as addition and division, approximate the corresponding real number arithmetic operations by rounding any result that is not a floating-point number itself to a nearby floating-point number. For example, in a floating-point arithmetic with five base-ten digits, the sum 12.345 + 1.0001 = 13.3451 might be rounded to 13.345. The term floating point refers to the fact that the number's radix point can "float" anywhere to the left, right, or between the significant digits of the number. This position is indicated by the exponent, so floating point can be considered a form of scientific notation. A floating-point system can be used to represent, with a fixed number of digits, numbers of very different orders of magnitude — such as the number of meters between galaxies or between protons in an atom. For this reason, floating-point arithmetic is often used to allow very small and very large real numbers that require fast processing times. The result of this dynamic range is that the numbers that can be represented are not uniformly spaced; the difference between two consecutive representable numbers varies with their exponent. Over the years, a variety of floating-point representations have been used in computers. In 1985, the IEEE 754 Standard for Floating-Point Arithmetic was established, and since the 1990s, the most commonly encountered representations are those defined by the IEEE. The speed of floating-point operations, commonly measured in terms of FLOPS, is an important characteristic of a computer system, especially for applications that involve intensive mathematical calculations. Floating-point numbers can be computed using software implementations (softfloat) or hardware implementations (hardfloat). Floating-point units (FPUs, colloquially math coprocessors) are specially designed to carry out operations on floating-point numbers and are part of most computer systems. When FPUs are not available, software implementations can be used instead.

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• Points-based immigration system

  Download as PDF Printable version In other projects Wikidata item Appearance From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Migration and entry system A points-based immigration system or merit-based immigration system is an immigration system where a noncitizen's eligibility to immigrate is (partly or wholly) determined by whether that noncitizen is able to score above a threshold number of points in a scoring system that might include such factors as education level, wealth, connection with the country, language fluency, existing job offer, or others. [...] Countries that use points-based immigration systems may have other pathways for potential immigrants (such as immediate family, refugees, etc.), so that meeting the points threshold is not necessary for all immigrants. They may also have additional criteria that points-based immigrants need to satisfy, such as no criminal record or no involvement with terrorist organizations. Some countries that use points-based immigration systems are the United Kingdom (see main article "Points-based immigration system (United Kingdom)")), Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Germany. Canada and Australia are the two countries with the most experience with the points-based system, and are often used as the comparison points when judging whether a country's immigration system is [...] In 1972, the Labor Government elected in Australia decided migrants would be granted a visa based on personal attributes and ability to contribute to Australian society. In 1989, Australia formalized a points-based immigration system similar to Canada's (The Economist gives a date of 1979 for initial rollout of the policy). Like Canada, Australia switched to the points-based system as it was transitioning out of its history of race-based (Briton-focused, white-only) immigration policy.: 16 Australia's experience of the system is unique with smaller changes in regulations and diverse options through provincial programs. Australia shifted to an application process where people were invited to express interest if they meet a required-straight forward score and the applicants would be invited

• [PDF] What Lies Beneath the Proposed Merit-Based Point System?

  What are point systems and how do they work?  Point-based immigration systems are immigration-management tools used to determine who is eligible to enter the host country. Variations of point systems are already used in some countries such as Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand.  In every country that uses point systems, these tools are used in addition to other immigration-management systems which are often based on family relationships, humanitarian concerns, or other employment-based systems.  Point systems are based on a list of characteristics that a country finds valuable, such as education, occupation, work experience, language ability, or age.  After determining all desired characteristics and point values, a country sets the total number of points that a [...] Defining “Desirable” Immigrants: What Lies Beneath the Proposed Merit-Based Point System? Under S. 744, “The Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act,” a merit-based point system is proposed as a tool to allocate a portion of new immigrant visas each year. After this new system becomes effective, a minimum of 120,000 foreign-born people would be able to obtain immigrant visas each year by accumulating points mainly based on their skills, employment history, and education credentials. At the same time, visa slots currently allocated to siblings and adult married children of U.S. citizens, as well as the diversity visa program, would be absorbed into this new system. An evaluation of the point system requires an understanding of several different assumptions

• The Point of Points-Based Rewards Systems - WorkTango

  In a points-based recognition and reward system, your employees use their points to choose rewards they're excited about. Rewards with personal meaning tap into our intrinsic motivation — letting you offer powerful rewards to each employee without having to do any guesswork. ### Points-based systems increase reward frequency This is a biggie for two reasons: motivation and employee engagement. [...] Second, when maximizing the power of motivation by recognizing and rewarding behavior in real-time, we call that a culture of recognition. That culture is vital to boosting employee engagement, morale, and retention. (In fact, Gallup points out that employees who don’t feel recognized often enough are twice as likely to quit than their more appreciated peers.) ### Points-based systems facilitate incentivized behavior A points-based employee rewards system makes it easy to incentivize desired behaviors and values that matter to your organization. Assign a different number of points to various types of rewards so everyone is on the same page about what matters most. The results are organizational alignment, team unity, and a culture where everyone is celebrated. [...] 1. Points allow employees to earn rewards they care about 2. Point-based systems increase reward frequency 3. Points-based systems facilitate incentivized behavior 4. Points add impact and value to recognition 5. Points-based rewards systems generate measurable data 6. Points systems allow for team-based recognition 7. Points-based rewards systems save time ### Points allow employees to earn rewards they care about It's an old truism in the fashion industry: "One-size-fits-all" fits nobody well. Give your employees the chance to earn rewards that serve them.

• The UK's points-based immigration system: an introduction for ...

  The points-based system provides you with the ability to access people and talent from around the world. We encourage employers to first consider domestic recruitment options within the UK. Our Plan for Jobs encompasses a range of programmes, some of which offer financial incentives, available to employers who considering hiring employees, offering work experience or upskilling their existing staff. Examples include: [...] This system provides flexible arrangements for UK employers to recruit skilled workers from around the world through a number of different immigration routes. You will need a sponsor licence to hire most eligible employees from outside the UK. Before applying to be a sponsor you should check that the jobs you want to hire people for will meet the requirements for sponsoring work visas. This guide provides an overview of the points-based immigration system and sets out the steps employers should take to adapt their business. ## The UK labour market The points-based system supports a wider package of interventions that make up our long-term approach to the labour market and our strategy to rebuild our economy, supporting the growth of your business and helping people get back to work. [...] Updated 25 February 2022 © Crown copyright 2022 This publication is licensed under the terms of the Open Government Licence v3.0 except where otherwise stated. To view this licence, visit nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3 or write to the Information Policy Team, The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gov.uk. Where we have identified any third party copyright information you will need to obtain permission from the copyright holders concerned. This publication is available at Under the points-based immigration system, with the exception of Irish citizens, anyone coming to the UK for work must meet a specific set of requirements for which they will score points. Visas are then awarded to those who gain enough points.

• The Ultimate Guide to Point Reward Systems for Employees

  ### What Is An Employee Point Reward System? An employee point reward system is a structured program where employees accumulate points for various actions, achievements, or milestones. These points can then be redeemed for a wide array of rewards, such as gift cards, merchandise, experiences, or even extra time off. Unlike a one-time bonus, a point-based system offers continuous opportunities for recognition, allowing employees to save up for more significant items or enjoy smaller, frequent rewards. This ongoing reinforcement keeps motivation high and engagement consistent. ### Traditional Rewards vs. Point-Based Rewards: What’s the Difference? When considering an employee rewards system, it’s helpful to understand the distinction between traditional and point-based approaches. [...] Point-Based Rewards: These systems offer greater flexibility and choice. Employees earn points for a variety of positive behaviors—not just major achievements—and then choose their own rewards from a catalog. This personalization makes the reward more meaningful. The key to success often lies in blending them, using point systems for ongoing recognition and reserving traditional rewards for major, less frequent milestones. This hybrid approach offers the best of both worlds, providing both consistent appreciation and significant celebration. [...] ## Benefits of Implementing Point Rewards System Implementing a point-based rewards system offers a multitude of advantages that go beyond simple appreciation. These benefits contribute significantly to a more engaged, productive, and satisfied workforce.