Abstract: Process transformation can include mapping, by a first machine learning model, predetermined key performance indicators (KPIs) to a discovered process model. For each of the KPIs, a KPI gap and a KPI impact score can be determined. For each of the KPIs, a KPI-level enhancement potential value based on the KPI gap and KPI impact score of each KPI can be determined. Based on the KPI-level enhancement potential value of each of the KPIs, a process value debt (PVD) can be generated. Responsive to the PVD exceeding a predetermined threshold, a process transformation recommendation generated by a second machine learning model can be outputted to identify at least one modification to the process that is likely to reduce the PVD.

Abstract: An aqueous dispersion along with methods for producing and uses for the same. Where the aqueous dispersion includes crosslinkable reactive silicone organic copolymers of ethylenically unsaturated monomers and of ethylenically functionalized silicone polymers and is obtainable by means of radically initiated miniemulsion polymerization in an aqueous medium.

Abstract: A method for task automation that includes selecting a task of process performed in a business to measure for automation suitability, and configuring an enterprise graph as a source for stakeholders in a business having a measurable affinity to the task. The method further includes scoring the stakeholders by affinity using the source provided from the enterprise graph, and clustering the stakeholders into groups scored by affinity to the task. The method can further include performing a survey including questions directed to a level of automation to the groups of stakeholders, and scoring results from the survey directed to the level of automation.

Abstract: Organopolysiloxane gels containing a hydrocarbon diluent and non-chemically bonded natural oils are prepared by the hydrosilylative gelling of a mixture of an aliphatically unsaturated organopolysiloxane, an Si—H-functional organopolysiloxane, and a long chain ?-olefin, in the presence of a hydrocarbon diluent and at least one natural oil. Stable creamy gels are produced by shearing the gel product, and contain only a minor amount of crosslinked organopolysiloxane elastomeric component.

Abstract: Solvent-swollen crosslinked silicone gels containing covalently bonded cyclodextrin groups are prepared by hydrosilylation. The swollen gels are storage stable, compatible with water and polar solvents, and display a significant water break effect.

Abstract: A method of delivering an active compound includes providing a delivery device having a first portion. The first portion defines a first outer surface of the device. An active compound is provided in the first portion. The first outer surface exhibits a first tack after providing the active compound and a second tack of at least 25 percent the first tack after delivering the active compound to the first outer surface.

Abstract: Organopolysiloxane gels containing a hydrocarbon diluent and non-chemically bonded natural oils are prepared by the hydrosilylative gelling of a mixture of an aliphatically unsaturated organopolysiloxane, an Si—H-functional organopolysiloxane, and a long chain ?-olefin, in the presence of a hydrocarbon diluent and at least one natural oil. Stable creamy gels are produced by shearing the gel product, and contain only a minor amount of crosslinked organopolysiloxane elastomeric component.

Abstract: Defoamer compositions contain a) a two-stage hydrosilylation product of one or more M4HQ or M3HTphenyl starting materials with a hydrosilylatable composition containing ?-methylstyrene, and then with a linear or branched organopolysiloxane bearing at least two hydrosilylatable groups; b) a silicone resin; and c) silica. The defoamers are particularly useful in machine laundering and dishwashing compositions.

Abstract: Defoamer compositions contain a) a two-stage hydrosilylation product of one or more M4HQ or M3HTphenyl starting materials with a hydrosilylatable composition containing ?-methylstyrene, and then with a linear or branched organopolysiloxane bearing at least two hydrosilylatable groups; b) a silicone resin; and c) silica. The defoamers are particularly useful in machine laundering and dishwashing compositions.

Abstract: Water-in-oil invert emulsions containing no surfactant are formed by simple mixing of water with organopolysiloxanes containing all of aralkyl, long chain alkyl, and hydrophilic groups. The surfactant-free water-in-oil invert emulsions have a wide variety of uses, for example in compositions for surface care, antifog coating compositions, cosmetic compositions, and hair care compositions.

Abstract: Water-in-oil invert emulsions containing no surfactant are formed by simple mixing of water with organopolysiloxanes containing all of aralkyl, long chain alkyl, and hydrophilic groups.

Abstract: Branched organopolysiloxanes of low molecular weight contain bonded arylalkyl groups. Si—C bonded surfactant groups, preferably polyoxyalkylene polyether groups, and long chain alkyl groups, exhibit a high refractive index, are completely or partially self-emulsifying, and are compatible with a variety of cosmetically acceptable oils and solvents.

Abstract: A therapeutic device for promoting the healing of a wound in a mammal is disclosed. An exemplary device comprises a permeable structure having a plurality of depressions formed in a surface thereof. In use, the surface having the depressions is disposed adjacent a surface of the wound. A method of manufacturing a therapeutic device for promoting the healing of a wound in a mammal comprising the steps of providing a permeable substrate, and forming a plurality of depressions into a surface of the permeable substrate to provide the therapeutic device. A method of treating a wound comprises: providing a permeable structure comprising a plurality of randomly disposed fibers and having i) a plurality of wound surface contact elements disposed between end portions of the structure, and ii) a plurality of voids defined by the contact elements; and applying the permeable structure to at least one surface of the wound.

Abstract: Branched organopolysiloxanes of low molecular weight contain bonded arylalkyl groups. Si—C bonded surfactant groups, preferably polyoxyalkylene polyether groups, and long chain alkyl groups, exhibit a high refractive index, are completely or partially self-emulsifying, and are compatible with a variety of cosmetically acceptable oils and solvents.

Abstract: A therapeutic device for promoting the healing of a wound in a mammal is disclosed. An exemplary device comprises a permeable structure having a plurality of depressions formed in a surface thereof. In use, the surface having the depressions is disposed adjacent a surface of the wound. A method of manufacturing a therapeutic device for promoting the healing of a wound in a mammal comprising the steps of providing a permeable substrate, and forming a plurality of depressions into a surface of the permeable substrate to provide the therapeutic device. A method of treating a wound comprises: providing a permeable structure comprising a plurality of randomly disposed fibers and having i) a plurality of wound surface contact elements disposed between end portions of the structure, and ii) a plurality of voids defined by the contact elements; and applying the permeable structure to at least one surface of the wound.

Abstract: A wound packing for use with suction is provided. The wound packing comprises a plurality of nonabsorbent synthetic polymeric fibers coupled together to form a nonabsorbent material suitable for placement in the wound of a mammal. A method for treating the wound in a mammal using the disclosed wound packing is also provided.

Abstract: A wound packing for use with suction is provided. The wound packing comprises a plurality of nonabsorbent synthetic polymeric fibers coupled together to form a nonabsorbent material suitable for placement in the wound of a mammal. A method for treating the wound in a mammal using the disclosed wound packing is also provided.

Abstract: A therapeutic device for promoting the healing of a wound in a mammal is disclosed. An exemplary device comprises a permeable structure having a plurality of depressions formed in a surface thereof. In use, the surface having the depressions is disposed adjacent a surface of the wound. A method of manufacturing a therapeutic device for promoting the healing of a wound in a mammal comprising the steps of providing a permeable substrate, and forming a plurality of depressions into a surface of the permeable substrate to provide the therapeutic device. A method of treating a wound comprises: providing a permeable structure comprising a plurality of randomly disposed fibers and having i) a plurality of wound surface contact elements disposed between end portions of the structure, and ii) a plurality of voids defined by the contact elements; and applying the permeable structure to at least one surface of the wound.

Abstract: A wound contact device comprising a permeable material and a wound contact layer having voids extending through the contact layer to a depth in the permeable material. The wound contact layer can comprise a thin sheet or film forming a generally flat and smooth wound contact surface having essentially no discontinuities or gaps. The wound contact layer can comprise a thin sheet of highly calendered fabric forming a wound contact surface having a mean surface roughness in the range of about 0 microns to about 200 microns. In progressive wound healing, an embodiment of the wound contact device having the fabric contact surface is used in earlier healing stages and an embodiment of the wound contact device with film contact surface is used in later healing stages. The wound contact device is particularly useful in wound dressings for use in suction-assisted wound therapy.

Abstract: A therapeutic device for promoting the healing of a wound in a mammal is disclosed. An exemplary device comprises a permeable structure having a plurality of depressions formed in a surface thereof. In use, the surface having the depressions is disposed adjacent a surface of the wound. A method of treating a wound comprises the steps of providing a permeable structure comprising a plurality of randomly disposed fibers and having i) a plurality of wound surface contact elements disposed between end portions of the structure, and ii) a plurality of voids defined by the contact elements; and applying the permeable structure to at least one surface of the wound.