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April, 2010

Offsetting the Skilled Labor Deficit

More than ever before, manufacturers need a well-trained labor pool from which to draw.  But as technology advances and production techniques are enhanced, new gaps are emerging between the level of training within the labor pool and that required by various industries.  This skilled labor deficit is at least partly the result of manufacturing’s poor image as a career choice, or the “sweatshop stigma”.  (more…)

Key Skills for Entrepreneurs

What is it that makes the successful entrepreneur? What is it that drives sales and builds a business? If you think you know the answer, consider Bill Gates, arguably the world’s most famous and successful entrepreneur. If you had been in his high school class, would you have thought, “Well, obviously, this man bears the stamp of future greatness”?  Probably not. (more…)

Get the Best Return on Investment from your Assets

Every business, large or small, has assets that help them perform their work, or deliver the services they provide, to their clients. These physical assets represent a significant monetary investment for even the smaller business. Curbing operating costs and maximizing asset productivity-asset management-is vital to achieve a greater return on your investment in assets. (more…)

Cyber Security – Protecting Yourself from the Latest Risks

Although rapidly changing information technology delivers countless benefits, it also brings new security risks that can harm businesses that are not prepared.  We mostly hear about security breaches and attacks against large corporations and government departments, but small to medium businesses are just as vulnerable and face similar IT security risks.  There are a number of preventive steps organizations can take to increase their cyber security in a rapidly changing world.  The key is to know the threats and be prepared to deal with them. (more…)