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- The Characters of a Meeting: Which One are You? - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2007 from Craig HarrisonIn the Star Wars movie's famous bar scene you knew, by appearance, what zany character was sitting beside you. Each character had a distinctive look. Yet in meetings you may have no idea the constellation of characters that you're meeting with. That's because their normal outward appearances ...
Views: 2288 - The Commitment to Infection Management - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2012 from Randall StithProbably the most essential parts of giving high-quality oral control will be advoiding infectionssoon after oral surgery and other operations. Infection can decrease healing time and bring about excessive pain and discomfort, so we take on infection management very severely. These are just some ...
Views: 452 - The Complete ERP System Implementation Checklist - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2023 from Satish PandeyEnterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software is an essential tool for managing complex business operations. An ERP system can help streamline business processes, increase productivity, and improve decision-making capabilities. However, implementing an ERP system can be a daunting task, and it ...
Views: 373 - The Complete Guide to SMB Business Management Software - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2022 from Satish PandeyIntroduction Cloud computing, AI-powered automation instruments, machine learning, data-driven solutions, and different common tech terms hit the executives as they search for the right software for the enterprise. It will get powerful to discover the kind of product proper for exactly your ...
Views: 343 - The Complete Guide: Manufacturing Business Intelligence(MBI) - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2023 from Satish PandeyManufacturing Business Intelligence (MBI) refers to the use of data analytics and business intelligence software in the manufacturing industry to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase profitability. MBI is a valuable tool for manufacturers who want to stay competitive and stay ahead of ...
Views: 304 - The Consequences of Being Overbooked - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Alan DobzinskiFrom the minute you come in the door, your workday calendar is filled - there are internal meetings, client meetings, project lists and other commitments. One leads right into the next, with no break in between. Sound familiar? You're overbooked! In today's culture, if you're not doing ...
Views: 1077 - The Crucial Function Of Computer File Shredders - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Rajinder MaurAn unpleasant aspect of modern life is the fact that thieves can steal files from computers. Personal emails, business plans, private documents, trade secrets, and online histories can all be devastating if they fall into the wrong hands. It is a good idea for people or businesses to have a type ...
Views: 842 - The difference between Odoo Functional Consultant and Odoo Technical Consultant. - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2022 from Satish PandeyWe have already come throughout many articles listing the importance of ERP, issues to recollect while implementing the ERP, errors that we frequently make whereas deploying the ERP software and so on. However, in terms of the Odoo ERP implementation, there’s comparatively much less variety of ...
Views: 358 - THE DIFFERENT PHASES OF BUSINESS PROCESS REENGINEERING? - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2024 from Satish PandeyBusiness Process Reengineering (BPR) is a strategic approach aimed at completely redesigning business processes to achieve significant improvements in areas such as cost reduction, efficiency enhancement, and customer satisfaction. It involves a series of well-defined phases to ensure successful ...
Views: 233 - The Discipline of Product Management - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Rupesh ShuklaProduct development is the process of designing, building, operating, and maintaining a good or service. Software and Internet companies use a product development process to ensure that they are not just manufacturing a technology, but creating a product that people will want to buy and ...
Views: 1058 - THE EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2019 from Dean FraserI always did my best to get an appointment somewhere far away to avoid attending the office end of year party and yet never seemed to quite manage to! This is back in my corporate days and as head of a department, attending this big annual social event was an obligation (but not if I wasn’t ...
Views: 686 - The Effects of Automation in Manufacturing Industry - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2022 from Satish PandeyAffected the Manufacturing Industry? One of the large conversations in the United States the previous few years has been about the affect of automation. As expertise continues to develop at a rapid pace, some have suggested that automation will end up replacing a good portion of the workforce ...
Views: 471 - The eFM Network Welcomes New Licensee Errol D. Henry ACMA To Surrey - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from e-Financial Management LimitedFinancial Outsourcing/Insourcing experts, e-Financial Management are pleased to welcome its new licensee, Errol David Henry to the e-FM Network. e-FM’s strategy to strengthen its presence in the UK is now in full swing as licensees open offices in strategic locations across the country. In ...
Views: 773 - The Fallacy Of Taking Action - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2012 from Charles SteedLife: It’s All About Taking Action – Or Is It? I’ve been a student as well as a teacher of personal development techniques for a couple of decades. I think I’ve read or heard just about any self help guru worth his stripes say that taking action is essential to success in any endeavor. And ...
Views: 970 - The Five Levers of Leadership - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2011 from Jeb BlountLeaders have tough jobs. Why? Because in most cases they bear 100 percent of the responsibility for the performance of their team yet receive little glory for their efforts. The best leaders work longer hours, endure more stress, and have greater responsibility than the people they manage. ...
Views: 3241 - The four key ways ERP Software Supports Change Management - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2022 from Satish PandeyFear of change is really a fear of your capability to handle the transition. Effective change management makes the difference between a good suggestion and an excellent transformation. In the absence of an all-in-one ERP system, change management is nearly impossible. Having scattered legacy ...
Views: 289 - The Gift All Dads Want for Father's Day - by Submitted on May 31, 2012 from Sally MarksI’ve been thinking about my dad lately. Father’s Day is approaching and even though my pop died more than 15 years, I still think about what kind of gift he might like to have for Father’s Day. Dad had a weird sense of humor and wasn’t particularly helpful when we asked him for gift ...
Views: 1620 - The Happy Secret to Better Work - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2017 from Michelle SpaldingSeveral years ago I came across a video on TED by Shawn Achor titled “The Happy Secret to Better Work”. I’m always on the lookout for innovative business ideas to share with my team of transaction coordinators and the title intrigued me. After viewing it 4 times, I knew this was something that I ...
Views: 1033 - The Hill Is Only As Steep As You Make It - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2012 from Alan DobzinskiHave you ever felt like your problems at work were a mountain you'd never be able to climb? What if that mountain was as easy to scale as a flat path? My recent experience on the hiking trail reminded me just how much power there is in the mindset we're in when we approach our challenges. Now ...
Views: 951 - The Ideal Length Of Your Business Plan - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from Mahender SinghHow long should a business plan be? A business plan needs to be whatever length is required to excite the investor, prove that management truly understands the market, and detail the execution strategy. From surveys of investor needs, Growthink has found that 15 to 25 pages of text is the ...
Views: 550 - The impact of Automation in Construction Industry - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2021 from Satish PandeyWhile the phrase “automation” could conjure pictures of robots taking up jobs, the fact is far more nuanced. In construction, for example, automation is much less more likely to diminish employment alternatives than it's to extend productiveness. Indeed, automation in the construction ...
Views: 500 - The Importance of Clearing Blurry Vision - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Jan BolickNote: This article is for you if you want to be a better manager and/or boost productivity and morale so that you can get 2 goal without quite so many nightmares. ***** Sometimes it’s fun to wander and explore with no schedules and assignments. Then – there are times we must “get ‘er ...
Views: 1278 - The Importance of Construction ERP Software in the GCC Market - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2024 from Satish PandeyThe construction industry in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region is booming, with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Dubai at the forefront of this growth. As these cities rise to become global hubs of innovation and luxury, the demand for robust and efficient construction management ...
Views: 197 - The Importance of Doing a Tenant Background Check - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2012 from Kristin PearsonIn the real estate and rental industry, disputes also happen. The number one problem faced by landlords is irresponsible tenants including non-paying tenants as well as disruptive ones. The best way for landlords to avoid tenant problems is to do a background check and see the history of the ...
Views: 840 - The Importance of Management Works And Company Registration - by Submitted on May 09, 2011 from Jim CaryThe small business enterprises are always very active in the business arena and many of those small business companies managed to make a frog leap and reached on top and dealt with their management works so efficiently that made them sustain on their higher position and consolidated it with the ...
Views: 517 - The Importance of MBTI Training for People of all Backgrounds - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2013 from Jean-Luc DupontThere are many reasons why MBTI Training services have become so popular over the years. Although this may not be something you or your organization has looked into in the past, it may be something to consider in the near future. Many who have gone through this type of training are now better ...
Views: 968 - The Importance of Operational Discipline and Formality to Improving Safety in High-Reliability Organizations - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from Ron HortonWhen I was in the U.S. Navy's Nuclear Power Program, I oversaw numerous High-Reliability Organizations. High-Reliability Organizations (HRO) are organizations which routinely operate and execute in high risk, dangerous environments, yet have very few safety incidents or mishaps. In my ...
Views: 1872 - The Importance Of Personal Background Checks - - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Btwo sharmaThe purpose of personal background checks is to get a feel for the applicant’s character. Personal and professional references are a good starting point, however, experts in the investigative field caution employers on using this method solely. Prospective employees are obviously going to give ...
Views: 615 - The Importance Of Planning - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Btwo sharmaAre you planning to start a new business? Or are you considering expanding your current business and require a bank loan or investment from outsiders? If you are going to look for an investment of capital it is quite likely that you will be required to have a business plan. If you are starting ...
Views: 929 - The Importance of Setting Expectations - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Liz UramExpectations, Standards, Goals, Measures, Criteria, Benchmarks, Accountabilities. Whatever you call them, make sure you have them. Setting expectations is the foundation of good management skills. First, it shows that you are confident about what you want and you are able to make decisions. ...
Views: 1686 - The Importance of Stress Management and Business Courses for Modern Businesses - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2012 from cristiya thomasBusinesses keep growing more and more complex to meet the demands of the clients which are a manifestation of their increasing demands and consequently the growing competition in the business world. While many companies hire professionals for managing the various aspects of business on a ...
Views: 728 - The Ins and Outs Of Credit Card Debt Settlement - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Btwo sharmaAre you a self-confessed shopaholic who buys anything and everything that you get your shopping addicted hands on? Such thoughtless and impulsive buying will most likely result in the accumulation of a bunch of junk that will simply collect dust. Can you even remember that silk scarf you just ...
Views: 884 - THE INTANGIBLE EFFECTS OF ERP - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2024 from Satish PandeyThe intangible or non-financial benefits of an integrated ERP system can be viewed from several perspectives. We will see the benefits in some areas like accounting, product, and process design, production, sales, and MIS functions. From the overall company standpoint, ERP provides a framework ...
Views: 223 - The IT Revolutions in India - An initiative of Modi on Digital India, ecommerce solutions are in high demand. - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2024 from Satish PandeyAmidst the intricate tapestry of today's global economic landscape, the indispensability of Information Technology (IT) stands as an unequivocal truth. The advent of IT has heralded a paradigm shift in the very fabric of human existence and productivity, permeating every facet of our lives and ...
Views: 298 - The IT Revolutions in India - An initiative of Modi on Digital India, ecommerce solutions are in high demand. - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2024 from Satish PandeyAmidst the intricate tapestry of today's global economic landscape, the indispensability of Information Technology (IT) stands as an unequivocal truth. The advent of IT has heralded a paradigm shift in the very fabric of human existence and productivity, permeating every facet of our lives and ...
Views: 292 - The Juggling Act: When You Drop the Ball - by Submitted on Jun 27, 2014 from Tracey OsborneAs busy entrepreneurs we juggle a lot of balls. Client requests, team member demands, family demands…the list goes on and on and on. When you have so many balls in the air, eventually you’re going to drop one. It happened to me today. I received an email from a client asking me if I sent a ...
Views: 1479 - The Key Benefits of On Site Shredding - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2011 from Jennifer BigginsAs a business, shredding documents is necessary for privacy reasons but it might not always be done as securely as possible and it can be costly as well. There are a number of benefits that businesses can experience from shredding their documents on site. Shredding off site easily allows for ...
Views: 669 - The Key To Leadership - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2008 from Brian TracyThe Foremost of the Values Winston Churchill once said, "Courage is rightly considered the foremost of the virtues, for upon it all others depend." The systematic development of the deep down quality of unflinching courage is one of the fundamental requirements for leadership in any field. Fear, ...
Views: 1329 - The Keys to More Conversions: 4 Fundamental Tips - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2014 from Tracey FieberIf you’re like a lot of business owners out there, you may have struggled with making sales at some point. Here are four fundamental tips to get more conversions on your sales calls. Know which questions to ask: Some people have an image of a salesperson as someone who will go to any ...
Views: 1434 - The Maintenance Excellence Assessment - by Submitted on Oct 07, 2011 from Ralph W. “Pete” PetersTo achieve maximum value, we highly recommend that you “determine where you are” with an assessment of your total maintenance operation as the essential first step. This important step provides an assessment of your total maintenance process using one of today's leading methodologies, The ...
Views: 930 - The Management Team Section Of The Business Plan - Don't Just Include Resumes - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2008 from gurpreet singhEven the best new concept or existing plan will fail if executed poorly. The Management Team section of the business plan must prove to the investor why the key company personnel are "eminently qualified" to execute on the business model. The Management Team section should include biographies ...
Views: 1509 - The Many Benefits of Creating and Using a Database - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2012 from Fran McCullyWe all need to keep track of information, whether it's a list of phone numbers, a mailing list for postcards or newsletters or information for hosting a mastermind group. A database can be a useful tool for organizing your information. A database gives you more control and accountability over ...
Views: 964 - The Many Causes Of Think Errors - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2011 from Loubser van ZylThink errors. We all make them and consequences can be serious, yet it's something that rarely receives the attention it deserves. We accept it as a fact of life that people are trying to make as few mistakes as possible when they try to achieve. But strangely only little attention is paid to ...
Views: 574 - The Marketing Plan And The Four P’s - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2008 from Btwo sharmaThe Marketing Plan section of the business plan demonstrates how a company will penetrate the market with its products and services. The Marketing Plan should include “the four P’s” – Product, Promotions, Price, and Place. Products and/or Services The first “P” stands for Product, but ...
Views: 854 - THE MOST IMPORTANT YES, BUT…IN ACHIEVING SUCCESS IN ANYTHING - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2009 from William CottringerTHE MOST IMPORTANT YES, BUT…IN ACHIEVING SUCCESS IN ANYTHING by Bill Cottringer “One quality is worth more than four quantities.” ~The author. Although it may seem as though the quantity of your efforts are what lead to success at doing something your are trying, it is rather the quality of ...
Views: 1112 - The Most Popular and Important Contractor Software Features - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2021 from Satish Pandey7 Construction Management Software features Contractors usually make use of contractor software for one or more of the following purposes: customer relationship management (CRM), accounting and financials, scheduling, group administration, project administration, materials ...
Views: 498 - The Motivation of Today - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2008 from Dr. Mike CioppaThe ability to motivate others well flows from the importance that we attach to the concept of today. What can we do TODAY? John Wooden was the most successful college basketball coach of all time. His UCLA teams won 10 national championships in a 12 year time span. Wooden created a major ...
Views: 1180 - The Need For Finance For Non-Financial Managers - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Ioventures IncIt is recommended to be flexible and versatile in the world we live in today. While being a master in a certain field remains to be definitely a good thing, having different kinds of skill sets and being versatile and flexible can also pay attractive dividends later on. We cannot really tell ...
Views: 712 - THE NEW ART OF INTERVIEWING - The Attitude of Discernment - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from William MillerEffective hiring depends upon effective interviewers – people who know what they’re doing and who approach the interview with a sense of importance and humility. A humble attitude is crucial for discernment and good judgment. The best example I can give you illustrating the right attitude for ...
Views: 1407 - The new wave - Humanistic Management and why you need to get on board. - by Submitted on May 16, 2012 from Craig NathansonOur economy needs a boost Take a look around and you will see a lackluster economy in many countries around the world. While some of this does have to do with financial crisis, much more has to do with poor management. People come to work with high expectations. In many workplaces adults are ...
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