Recent Articles
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Kitchen’s bigger footprint stepping on designers’ toes
Michael J. Berens Interior Design, Furnishings & FixturesOpen kitchens continue to grow in popularity. Recent industry reports show a strong consumer preference for completely open or partially open kitchens in both new construction and remodels. With a lot of older housing stock growing in value, some homeowners are using the additional equity to open up their current kitchens, upgrade materials and appliances, and give them a fresher, more contemporary look.
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The cloudy outlook for passenger rail in 2017
Charles A. Turek Transportation Technology & AutomotiveAs reported in The Hill, new legislation to push Donald Trump's aggressive infrastructure plans is not expected to appear until after the first 100 days. During that time, it is proposed, the Republican-controlled Congress will be thinking about how to fund most of that infrastructure spending.
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Alarming levels of hypertension in the Canadian public
Lynn Hetzler Medical & Allied HealthcareHalf the population of Canada could suffer from hypertension — according to the results of a new study published in the American Journal of Hypertension — and many may not know it. The study also shows that many others with serious hypertension are not addressing it.
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Understanding the costs of warehousing
Ken Ackerman Distribution & WarehousingAll companies with warehouses incur the same elements of cost, but they compile them differently. However, a costing system can be used to compare costs of one warehouse to another, or one company to others.
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3 simple ways to improve communication between ministry departments
Deborah Ike Religious CommunityHave you ever felt frustrated with someone from another ministry area at church? Maybe they were late getting in a purchase request and now expect you to rush the approval process. Perhaps the youth pastor left out a few important details about an upcoming event when he needed the information posted online ASAP. Those are moments where you want them to succeed, yet feel frustrated that they didn't communicate sooner (or more effectively).
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Metals Thoughts: Hard Brexit and soft dollar
Brad Yates Natural ResourcesJust when it seemed that gold had perhaps run out of steam trying to break the $1,200 mark, Donald Trump's press conference was scary enough to many investors to get the USD to weaken a bit and rates to come off and allow for further upside in metals.
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Make more money without a raise
Catherine Iste Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementOne of the most common complaints I heard from employees while working in HR was regarding compensation. Everyone wants a raise, regardless of whether they make $25,000 or $250,000. And the two most common reasons were: they felt they deserved more or they needed (or wanted) more to pay for something.
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Smart airports on the horizon
Bambi Majumdar Transportation Technology & AutomotiveWe live in the age of the Internet of Things (IoT) and mobile experiences. In simple language, this translates into instant communications and connectivity. One area that is ripe for change regarding technology innovation and disruption is the airport experience. Travelers today still face hassle, delay and inefficiency due to the gap between the increasing number of customers and the need to improve services.
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Terminology and methodology of strategic planning
Robert C. Harris Association ManagementNearly every organization relies on a strategic plan. It's a multiyear road map focusing energy on gaining achievements. Without a plan, day-to-day administrative tasks become priority. Significant goals are seldom reached. Mission creep may occur without focus on mission and vision.
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What will Trump mean for retail pharmacy?
Jason Poquette PharmaceuticalAs Donald Trump assumes the role of president of the United States, there may be no bigger issue on the minds of Americans than the question of how he will tackle the rising cost of healthcare. We have heard the campaign slogan related to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), that he will "repeal and replace" it. But few seem to have a clue about what exactly that will mean. Even lawyer David Farber, partner in the FDA who practices law in Washington, D.C., wrote recently that "it is impossible to predict what the president-elect and his new team will do."