Leave nothing to chance as you plan your next construction project
Construction projects, and by extension, construction disputes can be high-stakes endeavor. Wesley Lambert, a partner in the Litigation Practice Group at Brouse McDowell, explains what project owners and contractors can do to increase their odds of winning a dispute or negotiation.
How weather predictions influence energy usage, forecasts and decisions
Using forecasts to get a sense of your company’s energy usage is a gamble. Roger Zona of TPI Efficiency explains how the weather’s unpredictability affects the energy costs of businesses.
Often overlooked, TPR can offer significant savings for business owners
The IRS issued the Tangible Property Regulations (TPR) in 2013 and many taxpayers overlooked or didn’t pay much attention to them. Now businesses are catching up, realizing TPR offers significant savings if used properly. Skoda Minotti’s Dennis Murphy Jr. outlines what business owners should know.
Overcoming today’s challenges is key for manufacturers’ future success
SyncShow’s Chris Peer discusses the increasing importance of customer portfolio diversification for manufacturers to mitigate cost-cutting and vendor-switching tendencies.
Understanding the coverage process in Ohio
It’s the law in Ohio for all state-funded employers with one or more employees to have workers’ compensation coverage. CompManagement’s Scott Westerman outlines who needs coverage and how to apply.
How hackathons help companies connect people with their passions
Hackathons were once only seen in the tech world, but they have quickly spread to other sectors where complex challenges and solutions are tackled in a relatively short, but intense period of time. James Krouse of Nesco Resource explores how they can strengthen your culture and boost productivity.
Your insurance coverage is only as good as the agent structuring it
While it is important to place your coverage with a stable, reputable carrier, insurance policies are legal contracts and are only as good as the expertise of the agent that structures your insurance coverage. Chris Zito, president of Zito Insurance Agency, Inc., explains.
The basics of Hart-Scott-Rodino and how to avoid potential pitfalls
Companies that are unfamiliar with the coverage of the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act (HSR) compliance may encounter legal pitfalls. Jill Bellak, a member of Semanoff Ormsby Greenberg & Torchia, LLC, addresses what to look for to avoid them.
A diversified approach to investing can safeguard your retirement plans
Adam R. Lulow, a Retirement Benefits Specialist at The DMG Group, talks about the importance of diversity when building out your retirement plans.
The IT industry needs more people. Here’s how to join this growing field.
IT is affecting so many aspects of everyday life and that requires many talented people to keep the candidate pipeline full. Tri-C’s Monique Wilson offers insight on how people can get started in this growing career field.