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Pros and Cons of Business Continuity Planning

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This includes establishing alternate work locations, data backups and recovery plans, communication protocols, and guidelines for resuming normal operations. It includes analyzing the likelihood and impact of various risks and prioritizing them based on their severity.

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Rewriting The Future Of Supply Chain Success

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International cargo transportation options have become reduced as well, further complicating the situation. These takeaways include increasing communication with clients, such as by expanding call center hours and providing more intensive support over the phone. Read the full Feature Story in the Tracker.

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7 Principles to Attract and Retain Older Frontline Workers

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Most essential roles in the eldercare sector — food servers, cooks, nurse aides, drivers, janitors, and front desk workers — are found in a range of other industries, such as hospitality, retail, health care, food service, and transportation. Build community and camaraderie. He trusts my opinion, which means a lot.”.

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Swiss Logistics Firm K+N Rolls Out Supply Chain Software

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The solution aims to connect supply chain partners, including buyers, sellers, global shippers and logistics companies, facilitating communication between these players to enhance efficiency. K+N board member Otto Schacht said the company wants to “eliminate communication frictions no matter how many systems or players are involved.”

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Connected Cars Hitch A Ride On Smart City Spending

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Department of Transportation’s Smart City Challenge — a program that launched in December 2015 to encourage mid-sized municipalities “to develop ideas for an integrated, first-of-its-kind smart transportation system.” Similar activity is happening in Tampa Bay.

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What is the difference between planning, budgeting and forecasting for a business?

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This helps track progress towards financial goals, identify areas for improvement, and communicate financial results to stakeholders. This includes fixed expenses like rent/mortgage payments, utilities, and insurance, as well as variable expenses like groceries, transportation, entertainment, and discretionary spending.

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Adventure Travel And Beyond — Summer Vacation’s New Norm

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Expedia’s survey noted that more middle class range families tend to prioritize trip booking around theme parks and attractions (74 percent), water activities (67 percent), and outdoor activities (55 percent). Convenience is generally more important than lowest price when selecting transportation and accommodations for family trips.