Don’t wait to plan for coming health care reform changes
Businesses have been playing the health care reform waiting game, complying when necessary but otherwise holding off on planning for future regulations with the hope that there will be another postponement. In the interim, insurance companies are allowing employers that like their current benefits program to extend it. But that will not last.
How to protect your business from internal, external and data security fraud
Fraud is a crime that hides in the shadows. The adversaries often go to great lengths to cover their tracks, and businesses may not realize what they are up against, making it difficult for them to fight it and protect their assets.
Updated VoIP systems’ service enhancements simplify operations
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is not necessarily new — the basic concept has been around for about 20 years, with widespread use in business settings since 2004. However, as with most kinds of technology, it has been through a series of advancements since its early years.
Company sustainability initiatives impact more than the environment
Sustainability planning sets the direction for your organization, says Doug Piekarz, vice president of planning and conservation for the Akron Zoo. The plans, in the end, result in efficiency and cost savings.
How to overcome the barriers to a European presence for your business
Once your company grows to the extent that a global presence is being considered, crossing that threshold often takes some level-headed thinking. And if it is going to be successful, the first step is a strategic one.
How to run a construction company so it yields more bottom line profit
If you are manufacturing widgets, your production environment is pretty much a controlled one. But think of the construction company. There are unforeseen conditions, the size and scope can be staggering and the quality of workers can vary.
How to increase productivity and morale with your accounting team
Imagine an accounting team that is able to instantly provide your enterprise with the information and insights needed to make informed business decisions. Or better yet, your business processes are so well tuned that at any point you have instant access to the workload of each team member. Imagine doing all of this without having to replace your existing accounting systems.
Changes to premium discount programs mean earlier deadlines
As the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) begins its transition to a prospective billing system, it has announced the first changes to be made in order to implement this new system, which involves the enrollment deadlines for premium discount programs.
How a workplace wellness program can be convenient and inexpensive
Setting up a wellness program at your company shouldn’t be burdensome. And if you need some encouragement that it will pay dividends, turn to Rand Corp.’s recent Workplace Wellness Programs Study, which found that for each $1 invested in a workplace wellness program, $1.50 is returned.
How banking locally benefits the economy, your business and you
Your banker is here to help you … really. Local bankers who have a presence in your market work in close proximity to your business. They understand the local economy and markets, and work to understand you.