Recent Articles
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Unconventional oil — Is it really worth it?
Stefanie Heerwig Natural ResourcesCapital expenditure (capex) by oil companies has been rising to astronomical heights over the past decade. According to Bloomberg, capex by major oil companies is now five times higher than in 2000. Morgan Stanley estimates that the largest oil companies require an oil price of over $95 per barrel for 20 to 25 percent of their future projects.
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8 ways to fail at being a manager
Christina Nava Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementFor leaders, it's understandable that as the going gets rough, tensions rise up. It can be a stressful job running a company and being in charge of a good majority, if not all, of its employees. So when a negative situation occurs with an employee, it can be hard to resist blowing up or complaining about the incident.
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The 4 basics of medical malpractice
Joan Spitrey Healthcare AdministrationOne of every healthcare provider's biggest fears is being named in a lawsuit. Although most did not go into the healthcare profession with the intent to harm, sometimes harm does occur. Often the only way to determine if harm was negligent is through the civil court system and, in extreme cases, the criminal courts.
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Sounds in the night: Flying in the middle of nowhere
Mark Huber Transportation Technology & AutomotiveI live in the area of the United States that can be charitably called the middle of nowhere. Step outside in the winter, and the only thing you are likely to hear is your own breathing. Yep, sound carries here. In the dead of night, I can hear a jet at 30,000 feet some 30 or even 40 miles away.
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Give the trucking industry a chance
Matt Chase Distribution & WarehousingDuring Richie Henderson's keynote address May 20 at the ALK Technology Conference in New Jersey, he focused on new drivers and retention problems. Henderson, J.B. Hunt Transport's senior vice president of administration and technology, also discussed wages and the new hours-of-service rules and regulations.
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Establishing yourself as a wellness travel agent
Camille Hoheb Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementWellness opens the door to a whole new world of travel experiences. Consumers and businesses are thinking of travel in new ways that improve health, happiness and productivity. Vacation trips are often a catalyst for transformation, and consumers view wellness travel as a personal investment.
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In the spotlight: Police, technology and the Fourth Amendment
Liz Murphy Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityThe Fourth Amendment of the Bill of Rights protects American citizens against "unreasonable searches and seizures." Moreover, warrants must be specific regarding search parameters, issued with probable cause and approved with judicial oversight.
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Getting the most out of a sports massage
Heidi Dawson Sports & FitnessSports massage is a popular treatment method used by runners and many other athletes, both before and after an event. Those lucky enough to have access to a massage therapist may even have a regular treatment as part of their general maintenance.
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Natural healing: The benefits of chili peppers
Bambi Majumdar Food & BeverageThe next time you want to curse the gods for inventing hot and spicy foods, think again. Chili peppers may just be the new-age panacea for all our illnesses. So if you like Mexican or Indian food, you don't have to feel so guilty about your spicy diet anymore.
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Crowdfunding 101: How to raise money online
Scott Steinberg Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementAs a result of numerous successful online fundraising campaigns by leading organizations and associations, interest in crowdfunding and the number of total creations that the practice is successfully breathing life into are soaring.