Recent Articles

• Who invited micromanagement?

  Robert C. Harris Association Management

  Do we unwittingly invite the board to micromanage the association? The orientation describes governance roles. But some directors slip into micromanagement. The board sets vision and direction in a strategic plan. Committees advance initiatives from the plan. Staff implement the vision with a program of work. What triggers directors to drop from governance to micromanagement?

• Home sales soar, and so do prices

  Michael J. Berens Construction & Building Materials

  The homebuying spree that began in June continued into July, fueled by a shift toward larger, suburban homes and low mortgage rates. However, although improved somewhat, inventory of homes for sale remained low. That combination of low supply and high demand increased competition for the homes that were available, pushing up the cost of purchasing a home to record levels.

• How delusional altruism thwarts philanthropic impact

  Kris Putnam-Walkerly Business Management, Services & Risk Management

  As philanthropists seek to change the world, many need to get out of their own way. By that I mean that, too often, philanthropists see the change they want to create but prevent themselves from acting on it. And what’s worse, most don’t even realize they’re doing this. That’s because they suffer from "delusional altruism." Delusional doesn’t mean crazy. Not at all. It means deceptive, even distractive.

• Minimizing waste that occurs in most industry filling equipment

  Michelle Pudlo Manufacturing

  Industry waste is abundant, and it grows every year, as most industry filling equipment produces some waste. Minimizing waste with most industry filling equipment is a fantastic way to cut down on potential waste management costs, streamline efficiency, and improve overall workflow. In this article, we’re going to discuss industry filling equipment waste, how it occurs, why it occurs, and how we can reduce waste efficiently and cost-effectively.

• The role of technology in police reform

  Bambi Majumdar Law Enforcement, Defense & Security

  Innovation is key to modern policing. By leveraging technology, law enforcement can keep communities safer. But a huge question is if this technology is being used correctly. Calls for police reform are now causing companies and institutions to reconsider these high-tech infrastructures. Civil liberties groups and activists say some of this tech perpetuates police brutality and racial injustice.

• Order, disorder, light, and other subtle influences on performance and…

  Thalma E. Lobel Marketing

  One of the environmental factors that influences our behavior and our performance is orderliness. Most of us agree that it is more pleasant to work in an organized, neat room. An organized workspace also saves time since it is easier to find things. So, are neater people more productive? Maybe, studies show, but messiness has its advantages, too — especially for creative thinkers. Psychologist Thalma E. Lobel shares fascinating insights.

• Policy revisions in a pandemic

  Robert C. Harris Association Management

  Association policies are among the board's governing documents. Policies are the wisdom of a prior board adopted and passed on to successive directors. Policies are your "friend," communicating the best method for handling an issue. Policies interpret bylaws. They should not be inserted in the bylaws. Bylaw amendments must be voted on by the membership. Policies can be adopted, amended, or repealed by a vote of the board.

• Contactless self-services will remain after COVID-19

  Linchi Kwok Travel, Hospitality & Event Management

  New COVID-19 cases are finally showing signs of decline across the U.S., but we should still take cautionary measures to avoid another wave of infections. Because the virus is primarily transmitted through direct or indirect close contact with infected people via mouth or nose secretions, social distancing and frequent sanitation are highly recommended. It is not surprising to see consumers demand services with minimal human contact, leading to more contactless self-services.

• 5 inexpensive ways to thank volunteers

  Deborah Ike Religious Community

  With all the changes due to COVID-19 this year, church volunteers have had to adapt right along with church staff. Some have learned how to host an online service while others have joined the new disinfecting team to clean between in-person services. After several months of being flexible and "making it happen," now is a great time to express your appreciation. Fortunately, you don’t need a big budget to show volunteers how much their efforts mean to the church.

• Blockchain and hyperledger fabric are changing trusted transactions

  Vladimir Kuzmenko Science & Technology

  Blockchain has the potential to save time, money, and increase information security across many sectors, including healthcare, supply chain monitoring, real estate processing, and financial services. Through blockchain, data can be managed in ways that provide a level of security and privacy previously unavailable through more traditional information exchange solutions.

Page 82 of 1308 pages
‹ First  < 80 81 82 83 84 >  Last ›