Domino is a flat, thumb-sized rectangular block bearing from one to six pips or dots: 28 such blocks form a complete set of dominoes. A variety of games are played with the pieces, generally by matching the open ends. The resulting chains of dominoes can be arranged in lines and other angular patterns.
Some domino sets are made from different natural materials: stone (e.g., marble or granite); other woods such as ebony; brass and pewter; ceramic clay; and even frosted glass. Such sets have a more elegant look and often weigh considerably more than their polymer counterparts.
For most games, dominoes are arranged on the table in a line of play. The first player to make a play places a domino edge-to-edge against another, usually with the pips matched. When all of the open ends are filled, a domino chain is formed.
Each subsequent player then adds a new tile to the chain. Depending on the game, the domino chain may continue to grow in length and shape as the players alternate their plays.
The basic rules of most domino games are explained here under Line of Play, but many variations exist. For example, the order of play is determined differently for two-player games than for four-player games. In addition, the type of domino that a player draws may differ from the way that the other players draw their tiles.
In many of the games, it is important to keep track of the number of tiles that each player has in his hand. A player who is unable to proceed in a given turn simply “chips out,” and play passes to the next player. In some games, the player who chipped out may also be required to place his last tile.
Domino’s has been at the forefront of several technological innovations that allow customers to place their pizza orders with a few simple taps on their phones or through devices such as Amazon Echo. These developments help to boost Domino’s market share and give the company a competitive advantage.
A key aspect of Domino’s success has been the company’s focus on listening to its employees and customers. As a result, the company has implemented changes to its culture and policies in response to complaints from workers and customers. For example, Domino’s relaxed its dress code and established leadership training programs in response to feedback from employees.
As the CEO of Domino’s, Brandon Doyle has promoted the idea that leadership is more than just a title and emphasizes a collaborative approach to business. He has also encouraged employee innovation and sought to create a fun and energetic work environment. As a result, Domino’s is considered to be a great workplace and has been recognized as such in numerous surveys and publications such as the Detroit Free Press’ Top Workplaces.