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What do June’s economic statistics mean for your small business?

Paul Zukowski Business Management, Services & Risk Management

We all see the same government-supplied numbers on the U.S. economy each month — the jobs added, the unemployment rate, the Fed's interest rate. But what those numbers mean to your small business is often quite different from what they mean to the business next door, to Exxon or to the economy as a whole, especially in a presidential election year.

Will Dallas police shooting be the catalyst for needed change?

Ronnie Richard Law Enforcement, Defense & Security

More than 50 years after the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, Dallas has once again become the center of national attention for a tragic sniper attack in downtown. As investigators continue piecing together Thursday night’s events, America is left mourning the deaths of five police officers in the wake of a racially charged ambush during a peaceful protest. Many questions remain unanswered, but the biggest question may be: How can we fix this environment of hostility and anger between police and the black community?

Second half of 2016 may deliver big changes for the mailing industry

Chris Lien Civil & Government

The first half of 2016 has certainly been interesting and has set the stage for what could be profound changes to the mailing industry in the second half of this year and beyond. We have been closely monitoring these activities and in some cases are also directly involved, particularly through MTAC and industry associations such as Postcom, Idealliance and Epicomm, to name just a few.

Brexit’s impact on US food trade in Europe

Bambi Majumdar Food & Beverage

Brexit tops the discussion charts right now, and businesses around the world are busy analyzing how this will impact their future. For U.S. companies with euro exposure, this could be a decisive time indeed. President Barack Obama had issued dire warnings about U.S.-U.K. trade relations before the Brexit vote in favor of the United Kingdom leaving the European Union. For example, the lower tariffs U.K. exporters pay may go up, and they could also potentially face more trade barriers like other non-EU countries like China, India or Brazil.

Supreme Court ruling hampers efforts to prevent marijuana DUIs

Dr. Denise A. Valenti Law Enforcement, Defense & Security

Removing those who drive from the road if they are under the influence of drugs or alcohol just got more complicated for law enforcement officers. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled June 23 that obtaining biologic specimens using a breathalyzer is allowed, but obtaining blood specimens will require a warrant.

Brexit leave vote pushes case for UK airport expansion

Matt Falcus Transportation Technology & Automotive

The decision on the United Kingdom's future membership of the European Union was made overnight with news breaking about the "Brexit" as most of the country awoke June 24. As the enormity of the news settled, the country's airports responded with their own take on what it means for their futures.

Your guide to the FDA’s new Nutrition Facts label

Natalie Thomas Food & Beverage

It's no secret that America's pants are ripping at the seams. A study released earlier this month by the CDC found the rate of obesity in the United States is still continuing its upward trajectory. To put the numbers into perspective, health officials expressed concern in 1997 when researchers found 19.4 percent of American adults were obese. In 2015, that figure was 30.4 percent — and still rising.

#HeatStrokeKills: Do you know the facts?

Dr. Denise A. Valenti Transportation Technology & Automotive

It is that time of year. Temperatures soar, and so do the deaths of children related to heat stroke. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association wants to get the message out: “Heat Stroke Kills.” The NHTSA reports that a child dies of heat stroke every 10 days in the United States from being left in a car. If you discover a child left in a hot car, do you know what to do?

Beef up benefits to retain employees

Lloyd Princeton Business Management, Services & Risk Management

Unemployment has dropped, salaries are creeping upward and, despite an uncertain construction forecast, firms are hiring to meet current demand. As competition for talent at all levels increases, employers can expect higher and faster rates of employee turnover. Now is the time to take steps to hold onto the employees you have, and one of the key ways to do that is through the benefits you offer.

Will HVACR regulations be affected by Brexit?

Andrew Gaved Facilities & Grounds

On June 23, the U.K. will vote whether or not they want to remain a part of the European Union, and the upcoming vote is bringing to light many political issues and regulations. Whilst many politicians are choosing to focus on the macro-issues of defense, immigration, finance and trade, those of us involved in cooling and heating are considering issues closer to our businesses – namely what would happen to the EU regulatory environment if the U.K. did vote to leave the EU?

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