Control and monitor your spending with company credit cards
Credit cards have a reputation for helping businesses establish and build credit, but they’ve recently evolved into a much more powerful tool because of the benefits that can be derived from their role in money management.
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and Kevin McMahon stay nimble to stretch resources
The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust and J. Kevin McMahon are in the business of doing things — but unlike other arts and cultural organizations, it goes far beyond booking shows, creating events or opening galleries.
Climatech returns to its roots with a technological twist
The Great Recession wasn’t easy for those connected to construction, but it opened the eyes of Brad Taback, president and CEO of Climatech Inc., as to the direction of the company for the next 20 years.
The one question a business leader needs to ask
The questions you ask matter. And one of the most powerful, practical things a leader can ask is, “What’s getting in the way?”
Beware of this financing trap
As business owners, we would all like to fund company growth organically with revenue and profits. There are a number of things, however, that eat at our margins, including payroll, vendors, suppliers, insurance, etc. Despite this, you never want to use short-term borrowings to cover long-term debt or long-term growth.
What does Google's workplace diversity report mean for the rest of us?
Many companies have found that enacting and maintaining a strong supplier diversity strategy is important.
The habit of collaboration in Pittsburgh
The Allegheny Conference was launched in the 1940s to improve the air quality of the then “Smoky City.” This private-public partnership set the stage for what is now one of Pittsburgh’s greatest strengths.
Self-funded insurance: As the benefits become evident, more companies choose local control
Today’s business climate calls for unique and cutting-edge employee benefits solutions. Pre-packaged medical plans do not always offer the greatest value. Employers of all sizes are looking to customize their plans around the requirements of their business, which has led to an increased interest in self-funding.
How to attract and develop a skilled workforce for today’s labor market
With the economy gaining momentum, businesses are facing a different problem — developing a sustainable and skilled workforce.
Is your office design helping or hurting productivity?
Over the past 20 years, companies of all shapes and sizes have started to adopt new standards when it comes to the way their employees work. Here’s how a modern office environment can help facilitate greater productivity.