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Small Business Outlook Grows Dismal

admin — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 17:59:58 +0000

Although the economic rebound has taken hold across a wide range of industries, new research shows small businesses continue to struggle with lingering recessionary effects, meaning a full recovery for smaller firms will take longer than initially expected.

Top 5 Biz Risks in 2010

admin — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:08:09 +0000

Although the acute stress of the global recession is easing for increasingly more industries, organizations across all sectors continue to face a number of new and recurring threats. New research highlights the top risks for 2010.

Manufacturing Outlook Strengthens in Q2

admin — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:38:57 +0000

The business outlook for manufacturers has been steadily improving through 2010, with manufacturers’ optimism recently rising to its highest level in three years, new reports show. Although some economic uncertainties still linger, the manufacturing rebound continues to gain momentum.

Weekly Industry Crib Sheet: China Tackles National Energy Challenges

admin — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 17:10:58 +0000

Plus: Leading Indicators Decrease, 2010 World Trade Forecast Revised Upward and Jobless Claims Rise. Read More Related posts:Weekly Industry Crib Sheet: Recovery in Sight for Global Logistics Market Weekly Industry Crib Sheet: Capping the Gusher Weekly Industry Crib Sheet: Retail Sales Climb Related posts:

Light Friday: The Most Annoying Coworker Habits

admin — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 18:00:00 +0000

Plus: “Woodhenge,” an Eating Robot and the Largest Object in the Universe. Read More Related posts:Light Friday: Kermit Speaks on Sales Success Light Friday: Ridiculous Interviewing Mistakes Light Friday: What Your Handshake Says About You Related posts:

Are Workers Ready to Vacation Again?

admin — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:58:56 +0000

Job insecurity and the constant push for productivity have made workers reluctant to take vacations throughout the recession. Are employees’ vacation fears easing now that the economy is recovering?

Global Steel Production Up in First Half of 2010

admin — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:17:33 +0000

Worldwide output of crude steel rose by nearly 20 percent above the prior-year level in June, according to new data from the World Steel Association. Despite some month-to-month fluctuations, steel production for the first half of 2010 was significantly higher than in the same period last year.

Vital Signs of the Med Tech Industry

admin — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 15:30:39 +0000

While most sectors of the economy experienced a slowdown or decline during the recession, research shows that the medical technology industry fared better than most and continues to be a major contributor to U.S. economic health. In fact, the industry has emerged as one of the strongest drivers of the rebound. While challenges remain for the med tech field, technological and business advances paint a promising future.

Q&A: Jim King on Environmental and Safety Management

admin — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 15:28:30 +0000

In this edition of Expert’s Corner, consultant James J. King addresses the overall impact of environmental and safety regulations on businesses and their workers. Read More Related posts:Strategic Actions to Improve Food Safety Online Degree In Environmental Engineering NJIT geo-environmental professor from Hillsborough named Civil Engineering Society fellow Related posts:

Cut Costs, Keep Health Care

admin — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 15:26:20 +0000

Employers are implementing various tactics to trim their health care costs while maintaining a competitive health benefits package. Read More Related posts:Employers’ Health Care Costs Expected to Rise in 2011 Health Care Reform’s Impact on Small Biz Want New Customers? Prioritize Public Health Related posts: