How your business is impacted by new ACA reporting requirements
There are a few new reporting requirements the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has created, but with the overwhelming amount of disparate information on the topic, many employers still have more questions than answers.
CEQA abuse rises; what businesses should know if they need discretionary permits
The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) was signed into law in 1970, designed to ensure that when state and local agencies make decisions that impact the environment, the impact of those decisions is analyzed. What is becoming more common today, however, is that CEQA can be misused.
What you need to know when you enter into a borrowing agreement
Lender liability is a general term that encompasses a number of claims that can be asserted by a borrower against its lender. Each party is required to sign a contract to act in such a way that would not deprive any other party of the benefits of the contract. Although this is the standard for commercial loan agreements, the reality is not always so straightforward.
How to stay compliant with out-of-state taxes and minimize penalties
States are hungry for revenue, which means nexus questionnaires that determine the connection required for a state to be able to levy a tax on a person or company are on the rise.
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.