ac Spectacular Academy Ranks Among Highest-Scoring Business on Inc.'s Annual List of Best Workplaces for 2024 By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Mon, 08 Jul 2024 08:00:00 GMT Spectacular Academy named among best workplaces has gone to great lengths to attract, develop, and maintain its employees while sustaining a good company culture. Full Article
ac Avon Theatre - Deborah & Chuck Royce Cinema Arts Center to Honor Academy Award® Winner Michael Douglas with Lifetime Achievement Award By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Tue, 23 Jul 2024 08:00:00 GMT The Avon Theatre is proud to announce that acclaimed actor and producer Michael Douglas will be the recipient of its 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award. The award ceremony will occur on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at the Avon Theatre in Stamford, CT Full Article
ac The Life Hack Library Celebrates 1,300 Positive Reviews By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Thu, 03 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT Revolutionizing Self-Improvement with Curated Content and Powerful Results Full Article
ac Russell Lee Baldwin's Fact-Based Novel Imparts Realities of Coming AI Singularity By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT For Readers Aware That an AI-Fueled Singularity will Arrive: a Vividly Plausible Narration of Worldwide Robot Dominance Full Article
ac Compassion and connection needed to achieve gender equality and advance the UN Sustainable Development Goals By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Fri, 15 Sep 2023 08:00:00 GMT On Monday, September 18th, Footage Foundation begins a campaign calling for prioritization of compassion and connection to accelerate achieving gender equality. Full Article
ac Every Black Life Matters Condemns Hamas for Kidnapping Civilians and Neglecting the People of Gaza By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Wed, 11 Oct 2023 08:00:00 GMT Revenge Never Wins Full Article
ac One month since that terrible Terrorist attack on Israel By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Nov 2023 08:00:00 GMT Denounce Hams, Hezbollah, and Iran Full Article
ac Calvert Impact CEO to speak at UN climate conference By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Nov 2023 08:00:00 GMT Jennifer Pryce invited to join other climate leaders presenting at COP28 UAE climate summit in Dubai Full Article
ac AZERBAIJAN ACTS LIKE TALIBAN, DEFYING THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE INTERNATIONAL COURT OF JUSTICE By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Feb 2024 08:00:00 GMT Ararat Alliance compares Azerbaijan's actions in Nagorno-Karabakh to the Taliban, citing the forced displacement of over 100,000 ethnic Armenians, desecration of churches, and defiance of the European Parliament and the International Court Full Article
ac Melissa M. Verpile, Esq., Acknowledged by Marquis Who's Who for Excellence in Legal Counsel By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Feb 2024 08:00:00 GMT Melissa M. Verpile is a sought-after consultant and policy expert Full Article
ac AN APPEAL TO THE UNITED NATIONS TO SECURE ARMENIAN REFUGEES FROM KARABAKH, THEIR CHURCHES, TURN THE REGION INTO AN INTERNATIONAL INTER-FAITH PEACE PARK By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Feb 2024 08:00:00 GMT The Ararat Alliance has petitioned the UN Secretary-General to help Armenian refugees return to Karabakh, suggested a unique project benefitting both Azerbaijan and Armenia: International Inter-Faith Peace Park Full Article
ac DIARY ALERT: Join the dialogue on how compassionate actions catalyze gender equity for survivors of gender-based violence By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Mar 2024 08:00:00 GMT Footage Foundation (Footage) invites the public and media to a dialogue event -- "Gender Equity through Dialogue" on Wednesday, 20th March from 12:30-2:00 pm at Church Center for the United Nations, Ground Floor, 777 United Nations Plaza, NY 10017. Full Article
ac How Presidents FDR and Nixon Enacted Socialist Policies that Remain in the U.S. By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Fri, 22 Mar 2024 08:00:00 GMT Presidents FDR and Nixon Enacted Economic Control Policies that the U.S. Never Completely Shrugged Off Full Article
ac Peace Walk and Art Exhibition in Houston Hosted by Global Peace Organization By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Wed, 29 May 2024 08:00:00 GMT The global organization's Houston chapter gathered people from all ages to walk around Hermann Park promoting world peace and harmony. Full Article
ac Miguel Ángel Corzo Presented with the Albert Nelson Marquis Lifetime Achievement Award by Marquis Who's Who By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Thu, 30 May 2024 08:00:00 GMT Dr. Miguel Ángel Corzo has been endorsed by Marquis Who's Who as a leader in consulting Full Article
ac Stop the Unfolding Igbo Genocide: President Bola Tinubu's Premature Accusations and Orders Against IPOB Violate International Humanitarian Norms, Warns BILIE Human Rights Initiative-London UK By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Thu, 06 Jun 2024 08:00:00 GMT BILIE Human Rights Initiative, a registered charitable organisation in England and Wales, expresses profound concern over recent developments in Nigeria regarding the Biafra Day Terrorist Attack in Aba Full Article
ac HWPL celebrates 10th anniversary of global peace summit and unity By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Mon, 12 Aug 2024 08:00:00 GMT 18th of September World Peace Summit will be celebrated in South Korea and various locations worldwide reaching 122 countries. Full Article
ac Annual HWPL World Peace Summit Celebrates a Decade of Global Commitment to Peace By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 08:00:00 GMT The global NGO will commemorate its 10th anniversary to working toward global peace by gathering leaders all over the world. Leaders from religious, political, and social sectors will work together to develop lasting peace initiatives. Full Article
ac The 10th Anniversary of the HWPL World Peace Summit Celebrates a Decade of Global Commitment to Peace By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Sun, 18 Aug 2024 08:00:00 GMT Upcoming Celebrations to be held, Seoul, South Korea – On September 18, 2024, the 10th Anniversary of the HWPL World Peace Summit will be celebrated in South Korea and various locations worldwide reaching 122 countries. Full Article
ac Elizabeth Graham Reveals New Details About the Relationship Between Donald Trump and Russia In Bestselling Ebook 'From Democracy To Democrazy' By www.24-7pressrelease.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2024 08:00:00 GMT Graham's new book is an intriguing and informative "must read" from a woman who is probably the best-informed American on the terrifying realities concerning Vladimir Putin's motivations and his control over Trump. Full Article
ac Top 3 Overlooked Marketing Tactics Every Listing Agent Should Use By www.rismedia.com Published On :: Fri, 27 Sep 2024 18:29:07 +0000 Traditional marketing methods like generic ads, open houses and run-of-the-mill online listings are effective but often not enough to set you apart in an ever-changing and competitive real estate landscape. Let’s explore three modern marketing strategies that can help you secure more listings in today’s real estate market. Live-hosted virtual tours Research shows that 97%… The post Top 3 Overlooked Marketing Tactics Every Listing Agent Should Use appeared first on RISMedia. Full Article Agents Best Practices Brokers Industry News Latest News Luxury Marketing National News Social Media Teams Tech PropStream Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Virtual Tours social media in real estate Tex Messaging in Real Estate
ac Team Tactics: 4 Things Your Team Should Be Branding, and 2 You Shouldn’t By www.rismedia.com Published On :: Mon, 30 Sep 2024 18:16:33 +0000 In real estate, branding is important. Name recognition, being “top of mind” and expanding your sphere are almost synonymous with success in the real estate business. At the same time, some take a “more is better” approach and seek to scrawl their logo, name, catchphrase or company on every billboard or knickknack they can get… The post Team Tactics: 4 Things Your Team Should Be Branding, and 2 You Shouldn’t appeared first on RISMedia. Full Article Best Practices Industry News Latest News Marketing National News Premier Teams Branding Business Development real estate agent ideas Real Estate Branding Real Estate Business Development Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Teams REALTOR® Advice Team Tactics
ac How Industry Experts See Trump’s Return to the White House Impacting Housing By www.rismedia.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 17:41:19 +0000 As Trump’s victory over Democratic candidate Vice President Kamala Harris became apparent on Wednesday, bond markets reacted sharply. The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield jumped to 4.479%, its highest level since July, according to news reports. Mortgage rates responded in kind, with the average 30-year fixed rate rising to 7.13% on Wednesday, up nine basis points… The post How Industry Experts See Trump’s Return to the White House Impacting Housing appeared first on RISMedia. Full Article Agents Best Practices Brokers Industry News Latest News National News Premier 2024 Presidential Election 2025 Housing Market Donald Trump Feature Federal Reserve Housing Market Mortgage Rates Trump’s Housing Policies
ac Coats Digital's FastReactFabric wins top honours at SaaS Awards 2024 By www.fibre2fashion.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:18:02 GMT Coats Digital's FastReactFabric has won 2 prestigious categories at the 2024 SaaS Awards: Most Agile/Responsive SaaS Solution of the Year and Best SaaS Product for CSR, Sustainability & ESG. Recognised for its transformative impact on the fashion industry, FastReactFabric enhances efficiency, transparency, and sustainability across the global supply chain. Full Article Information Technology
ac Timex Sri Lanka replaces SAP with WFX Cloud ERP for digital upgrade By www.fibre2fashion.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:18:02 GMT Timex Garments adopts WFX ERP for specialised, cloud-based digital transformation, enhancing efficiency. Replacing SAP with WFX, Timex gains industry-specific solutions with WFX ERP for garment manufacturing. New WFX ERP ensures Timex Garments remains innovative and responsive to market changes. This shift will enable Timex to improve operational efficiency. Full Article Information Technology
ac Vizoo, Makalot share best practices on material digitisation, DPC tech By www.fibre2fashion.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:18:02 GMT Makalot made early investments on innovations in Digital Product Creation (DPC) beginning in 2006 that yield fruit today through lead time reduction, improved operational efficiency, and supply chain resilience. By integrating Vizoo’s material scanning and other DPC technologies, Makalot minimizes physical sampling and waste, contributing to a more sustainable apparel production model. Full Article Information Technology
ac Thai company Pilot Knit adopts Coats Digital’s FastReactPlan By www.fibre2fashion.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:18:02 GMT Coats Digital has announced that Thailand's Pilot Knit Garment has adopted its FastReactPlan solution to transform manual planning processes, improve efficiencies, and reduce lead times. This integration enhances visibility, streamlines production, and supports future growth for the sportswear manufacturer, part of the Yong Udom Textile Group. Full Article Information Technology
ac Fast Track Sourcing announces partnership with Germany’s Vizoo By www.fibre2fashion.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:18:02 GMT Fast Track Sourcing (FTS) has partnered with Vizoo GmbH to enhance apparel design and development using 3D technology and fabric digitisation. FTS integrates virtual 3D design into its process, boosting efficiency and sustainability. This partnership helps FTS create high-quality, innovative collections while maintaining top standards in garment production. Full Article Information Technology
ac UK’s Burberry welcomes back Paul Price in expanded leadership role By www.fibre2fashion.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 17:18:02 GMT Paul Price, former Burberry chief merchandising officer, returns to lead merchandising, planning, licensing, architecture, and showroom teams, starting December 9, 2024. Reporting to CEO Joshua Schulman, he joins Burberry’s executive committee. Price, praised for his past contributions, expressed excitement to drive Burberry’s next phase of growth. Full Article Fashion
ac Cotton yarn prices steady in south India; Mumbai faces trading slump By www.fibre2fashion.com Published On :: Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:33:02 GMT Cotton yarn prices in south India remained steady, with limited trading in Mumbai due to post-festival worker shortages and better but cautious activity in Tiruppur. Buyers are focusing on immediate needs, anticipating peak cotton arrivals, which may lower prices. In Gujarat, cotton prices rose due to increased demand from ginners and mills despite limited seed cotton arrivals. Full Article Textiles
ac 1 AI Stock May Be Worth More Than Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and Tesla Combined by 2030, According to a Wall Street Analyst By finance.yahoo.com Published On :: 2024-11-13T09:45:00Z Full Article
ac Buffett’s Berkshire Is Being Packaged Into a Leveraged ETF By finance.yahoo.com Published On :: 2024-11-13T06:56:56Z Full Article
ac Inside VW and Rivian’s $5.8 Billion Bet to Rescue Each Other By www.wsj.com Published On :: 2024-11-13T10:32:00Z Full Article
ac Goldman Sachs Says Improving Growth Could Propel These 2 Stocks Higher By finance.yahoo.com Published On :: 2024-11-13T10:57:18Z Full Article
ac SpaceX Competitor Set For Take Off On Earnings Beat, 55% Sales Spike By www.investors.com Published On :: 2024-11-12T22:17:48Z Full Article
ac Are You On Track To Retire Rich? Here's The Nest Egg You Need To Be Considered a Wealthy Retiree By finance.yahoo.com Published On :: 2024-11-12T20:47:23Z Full Article
ac Trump Reportedly Urges Russian President To Deescalate War With Ukraine: Here's How Crude Oil WTI Futures Are Reacting By finance.yahoo.com Published On :: 2024-11-12T15:05:10Z Full Article
ac Warren Buffett Owns 1 Vanguard Index Fund That Could Soar by 150%, According to a Top Wall Street Analyst By finance.yahoo.com Published On :: 2024-11-13T09:27:00Z Full Article
ac The International Drive Resort Area Offers Year-Round, Championship Golf in a Vacation Paradise By www.internationaldriveorlando.com Published On :: Wed, 20 Mar 2013 10:23:12 GMT The I-Drive area is known for its world famous attractions, non-stop entertainment, great dining and shopping and it is home to the second largest convention center in the U.S. And Orlandos tourist corridor also provides a golf mecca known for its championship courses designed by legends to provide play year-round in this vacation destination. Full Article News
ac Families Make Unforgettable Vacation Memories...Endless Family Fun in the I-Drive Resort Area By www.internationaldriveorlando.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2013 17:05:52 GMT Family fun is what it is all about in the International Drive Resort Area! And there is always something new for families to explore. Full Article News
ac Want to save on vacation? Check out these tips for stretching your budget in the International Drive By www.internationaldriveorlando.com Published On :: Mon, 9 Feb 2015 14:45:23 GMT Looking to save on your Orlando vacation (and who isnt?)! In the heart of Orlandos tourism district, International Drive offers accommodations, dining, attractions and shopping for every budget. And special deals are always available by searching this site. Full Article News
ac Put Some Glamour in Your Next Vacation By www.internationaldriveorlando.com Published On :: Mon, 9 Feb 2015 15:38:14 GMT Splurge on the Luxurious Side of International Drive! We all need some well-deserved pampering and slurging on a few luxurious treats on vacation and the International Drive Resort Area has it all: World class accommodations, soothing spas, elegant dining, great shopping, golfing and special tours fit for a VIP: YOU!!! Check out these suggestions to treat yourself to the best of the best in the worlds most famous vacation destination! Full Article News
ac Changes in Communications Technologies Affecting Final Acceptance by AHJs By www.ecmag.com Published On :: Tue, 22 Nov 2022 15:27:31 +0000 Changes in Communications Technologies Affecting Final Acceptance by AHJs cbeaty Tue, 11/22/2022 - 10:27 Nov 15, 2022 Changes in Communications Technologies Affecting Final Acceptance by AHJs Every project comes with large responsibilities, and life safety fire alarm systems most often represent a small portion of the total quote for work in the building. It is most often the last system installed in the building, and the fire alarm system installation often gets overlooked in terms of technology changes and quality control. As stated in Section 901.6.3 of the 2018 International Building Code (IBC), “Fire alarm systems required by the provisions of Section 907.2 of this code and Sections 907.2 and 907.9 of the International Fire Code shall be monitored by an approved supervising station in accordance with Section 907.6.6 of this code.” Most likely you have been relying on your equipment supplier to ensure the fire alarm system could make the appropriate connections. However, the code and marketplace have made changes that have caused some confusion with the authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), and systems approvals are hitting a snag due to circumstances beyond our control. Before the breakup of AT&T, the portion of the connection from the fire alarm system to the supervising station was treated as a “black box.” The technical committee had met with AT&T and determined that the phone line connections from the fire alarm system had a 0.99999 reliability factor, and although the code had no jurisdiction regarding the connection between the fire alarm system and the supervising station, the technical committee felt confident of the connection and used a digital alarm communicator transmitter (DACT) to make the necessary connections as required by the IBC and NFPA 72, the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code. These connections were made over what was called (by the communications industry) plain old telephone service (POTS) through the public switched telephone network (PSTN) interconnection points. Then the breakup of AT&T occurred. We now have communications provided by telephone and cable TV companies, and a new definition of connection to the supervising station. We start with the NFPA 72-2022 definition of a managed facilities-based voice network (MFVN). The code defines the MFVN as “a physical facilities-based network capable of transmitting real time signals with formats unchanged that is managed, operated, and maintained by the service provider to ensure service quality and reliability from the subscriber location to the interconnection point with other MFVN peer networks or the supervising station.” MFVN has replaced PSTN, which was used in the requirements for DACTs in Chapter 26 of NFPA 72-2022. The Annex (A.3.3.161) in NFPA 72-2022 provides the following: “[A] Managed facilities-based voice network service is functionally equivalent to traditional PSTN-based services provided by authorized common carriers (public utility telephone companies or local exchange carriers [LECs]) with respect to dialing, dial plan, call completion, carriage of signals and protocols, and loop voltage treatment and provides all of the following features: A loop start telephone circuit service interface. Pathway reliability that is assured by proactive management, operation, and maintenance by the MFVN provider. 8 hours of standby power supply capacity for MFVN communications equipment either located at the protected premises or field deployed. Industry standards followed by the authorized common carriers (public utility telephone companies), and the other communications service providers that operate MFVNs, specifically engineer the selection of the size of the batteries, or other permanently located standby power source, in order to provide 8 hours of standby power with a reasonable degree of accuracy. Of course, over time, abnormal ambient conditions and battery aging can always have a potentially adverse effect on battery capacity. The MFVN field-deployed equipment typically monitors the condition of the standby battery and signals potential battery failure to permit the communications service provider to take appropriate action. 24 hours of standby power supply capacity for MFVN communications equipment located at the communications service provider’s central office. Installation of network equipment at the protected premises with safeguards to prevent unauthorized access to the equipment and its connections. When providing telephone service to a new customer, MFVN providers [must] give notice to the telephone service subscriber of the need to have any connected alarm system tested by authorized fire alarm service personnel in accordance with Chapter 14 to make certain that all signal transmission features have remained operational. These features include the proper functioning of line seizure and the successful transmission of signals to the supervising station. In this way, the MFVN providers assist their new customers in complying with a testing procedure similar to that outlined in 26.2.7 for changes to providers of supervising station service. The evolution of the deployment of telephone service has moved beyond the sole use of metallic conductors connecting a telephone subscriber’s premises with the nearest telephone service provider’s control and routing point (wire center). In the last 25 years, telephone service providers have introduced a variety of technologies to transport multiple, simultaneous telephone calls over shared communication pathways. In order to facilitate the further development of the modernization of the telephone network, the authorized common carriers (public utility telephone companies) have transitioned their equipment into a managed facilities-based voice network (MFVN) capable of providing a variety of communications services in addition to the provision of traditional telephone service. “Similarly, the evolution of digital communications technology has permitted entities other than the authorized common carriers (public utility telephone companies) to deploy robust communications networks and offer a variety of communications services, including telephone. “These alternate service providers fall into two broad categories: those entities that have emulated the MFVN provided by the authorized common carriers and those entities that offer telephone service using means that do not offer the rigorous quality assurance, operational stability and consistent features provided by an MFVN and are not regulated by the state public utilities commission. “The code intends to only recognize the use of the telephone network transmission of alarm, supervisory, trouble and other emergency signals by means of MFVNs. “For example, the code intends to permit an MFVN to provide facilities-based telephone (voice) service that interfaces with the premises fire alarm or emergency signal control unit through a digital alarm communicator transmitter (DACT) using an emulated loop start telephone circuit and signaling protocols fully compatible with and equivalent to those used in public switched telephone networks. The loop-start telephone circuit and associated signaling can be provided through traditional copper wire telephone service POTS or by means of equipment that emulates the loop start telephone circuit and associated signaling and then transmits the signals over a pathway using packet switched (IP) networks or other communications methods that are part of an MFVN. “Providers of MFVNs must have disaster recovery plans to address individual customer outages and widespread events such as tornados, ice storms, or other natural disasters, which include specific network power restoration procedures equivalent to those of traditional landline telephone services.” The important take-away from this discussion is that the MFVN is not a part of the fire alarm system and is not listed as a fire alarm device. The UL listing of a currently listed MFVN product on the market states that the product is a POTS replacement “that connects to LAN and 4G to provide service to all traditional analog devices. This product acts as a managed facilities-based voice network (MFVN) and is considered part of the communication infrastructure, not the fire alarm system.” Telephone service that is not provided using a traditional POTS line or with an MFVN would not be permitted for connection to a DACT in accordance with NFPA 72, Section 26.6.4.1. MFVN testing and coordination with the building fire alarm interface is the building owner’s responsibility to arrange and coordinate. This last requirement inevitably falls into your lap to ensure compliance. All the above, even with the quotes from NFPA 72, proves troublesome to the AHJ, and this single issue will have an impact on the final approval of your installed fire alarm system. To ensure approval by the AHJ, make sure the MFVN provider is a public utility telephone company or an authorized (by the state public utilities commission) local exchange carrier. Additionally, conduct the necessary tests to ensure the alarm, supervisory and trouble signals are transmitted to the supervising station. Author Wayne D. Moore Is Featured Article? No Editor's Pick No Web Exclusive Yes Magazine Volume November 2022 Category Integrated Systems Tags Fire Alarm Systems Authority Having Jurisdiction Communications Systems Fire/Life Safety Article Image rotary-phone-unsplash.jpg Date of Publications Tue, 11/22/2022 - 12:00 Is Sponsored? Off Safety Leader Off Require Form Submission Off Line Contractor Magazine Off Full Article
ac Aggressive Driving Impacts Electrical Contractor Fleets By www.ecmag.com Published On :: Mon, 28 Nov 2022 15:41:11 +0000 Aggressive Driving Impacts Electrical Contractor Fleets hsauer Mon, 11/28/2022 - 10:41 Nov 15, 2022 Aggressive Driving Impacts Electrical Contractor Fleets Aggressive driving—a term coined in the 1990s—consists of several potentially dangerous behaviors, such as speeding, tailgating, weaving in and out of traffic, changing lanes without signaling and running red lights and stop signs. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) further defines aggressive driving as “the operation of a motor vehicle in a manner that endangers or is likely to endanger persons or property.” The National Conference of State Legislatures found that excessive speed was a factor in 27% of all fatal crashes in 2015, with a cost of $40 billion annually. Additionally, if speed increases by 50%, the energy released in a crash more than doubles. Aggressive driving can escalate to “road rage,” a more extreme version of aggressive driving, typified by cursing, obscene gestures, ramming, sideswiping or running other vehicles off the road. It’s important to distinguish between aggressive driving—a traffic violation—and road rage—a criminal offense. Data compiled in 2019 by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety indicated that almost 80% of drivers exhibit aggression, road rage or significant anger while behind the wheel. “Aggressive drivers hurt their fleets,” said Belinda Rueffer, vice president of marketing at GPS Insight, Scottsdale, Ariz. In addition to the obvious safety concern, aggressive driving can increase fuel costs. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that aggressive driving can decrease gas mileage by 15%–30% on highways and 10%–40% in cities. This can have a cumulative impact on a fleet’s budget. To counteract the negative effects of aggressive driving, fleet manager can use telematics and smart dash cams to collect data on each of their driver’s behaviors and implement driver coaching. These measures can help fleet managers end aggressive driving, cut expenses, improve efficiency and protect drivers. “Using telematics and dashcams can help reduce aggressive driving by revealing each driver’s behavior,” Rueffer said. “Telematics can monitor a driver’s speeding, harsh braking and other bad habits, identifying coaching—and discipline—opportunities.” Telematics combined with dashcams can also protect drivers by determining if a behavior was warranted in the context of their driving conditions, thereby boosting safety and reducing accidents. Rueffer observed that even experienced, conscientious drivers can lose control when furious or agitated. “On-time delivery or service demands and long hours on the road can make fleet drivers hostile,” she said. “Putting an end to aggressive driving is in the best interest of everyone on the road.” Author Lori Lovely Is Featured Article? No Editor's Pick No Web Exclusive No Magazine Volume November 2022 Category Safety Tags Industry Watch Distracted Driving Fleet Modernization Article Image fleet-g57c219b8d_1920.jpg Date of Publications Mon, 11/28/2022 - 12:00 Is Sponsored? Off Safety Leader Off Require Form Submission Off Line Contractor Magazine Off Full Article
ac Corporate America’s Work in Fighting Racism is Just Beginning By hbr.org Published On :: Tue, 09 Jun 2020 11:17:34 -0500 Ella Washington, an organizational psychologist at Georgetown University, argues that private sector American organizations have a big role to play in sustaining the fight for racial justice that has gained such momentum in recent weeks. She says that widespread protests should mark a shift in how companies and their leaders push for government policy change, think about diversity and inclusion in their own workplaces, and strive to combat bias and inequality in U.S. society. It not enough for CEOs to release statements and continue on with business as usual. To promote real change, they need to work on these issues each and every day. Washington is the coauthor of the HBR article "U.S. Businesses Must Take Meaningful Action Against Racism." Full Article
ac AB InBev CEO on Adapting in the Face of Crisis By hbr.org Published On :: Tue, 30 Jun 2020 09:54:46 -0500 Carlos Brito, the CEO of Anheuser-Busch InBev since 2008, has worked to build a culture of adaptability and customer centricity at the global brewer. Many of his leadership principles are paying off during the Covid-19 pandemic, as empowered employees have quickly changed course to respond to the crisis. Brito explains the challenges his company faces in a making beer for social gatherings at a time when people need to stay apart for safety, how the company has shifted operations and supply chains thanks in part to early lessons in markets such as China and South Korea, and how he’s leading strategic efforts to position AB InBev for a new reality. Full Article
ac Breaking Down Bureaucracy and Building Up Workers By hbr.org Published On :: Tue, 18 Aug 2020 09:00:04 -0500 Gary Hamel and Michele Zanini, cofounders of the consultancy Management Lab, say that even though we all lament how rigid, parochial, and time sucking bureaucracies can be, they still seem inescapable. The managers who’ve excelled in them often don’t know how to dismantle them — or else they don’t want to. But Zanini and Hamel have studied and collaborated with innovative organizations, and they outline bottom-up ways to empower workers and hack management. Hamel and Zanini wrote the new book “Humanocracy: Creating Organizations as Amazing as the People Inside them.” Full Article
ac To Build Grit, Go Back to Basics By hbr.org Published On :: Tue, 01 Sep 2020 09:00:53 -0500 Shannon Huffman Polson, a consultant and former military pilot, experienced early on how to build grit. At 19, she was the youngest woman to summit Denali, North America’s highest peak. Then she overcame many obstacles to fly U.S. Army attack helicopters. Today Polson coaches people on developing grit in their careers and workplaces. Building it like a muscle, the process begins with recognizing your story and understanding your core purpose. And she explains how it’s still possible to strengthen even during a pandemic when you’re extremely stressed and strained. Polson is the author of the new book "The Grit Factor: Courage, Resilience, and Leadership in the Most Male-Dominated Organization in the World." Full Article
ac Cultivate a Trans-Inclusive Workplace By hbr.org Published On :: Tue, 15 Sep 2020 09:00:15 -0500 Katina Sawyer, assistant professor at the George Washington University, says transgender workers continue to be overlooked even as organizational diversity initiatives become more widespread. Her research shows that many trans employees experience ongoing discrimination, from microaggression to job loss. Sawyer shares effective formal policies and details the informal ways managers can make their workplaces — physical and virtual — truly welcoming for trans people. Sawyer is the author, along with Christian Thoroughgood and Jennica Webster, of the HBR article "Creating a Trans-Inclusive Workplace." Full Article
ac How to Build Workplaces That Protect Employee Health By hbr.org Published On :: Tue, 06 Oct 2020 09:00:23 -0500 John Macomber, senior lecturer at Harvard Business School and a veteran of the real estate industry, was studying ways to make workplaces safer for employees long before the Covid-19 crisis hit. Now that issues like air and water quality are top of mind, he is encouraging organizations to think more holistically about the buildings in which they operate, balancing cost efficiency and even eco-friendliness with investments in improvements that boost health. Studies show this will not only stop workers from getting sick; it will also enhance productivity, which ultimately helps the bottom line. Macomber is the author of the book “Healthy Buildings: How Indoor Spaces Drive Performance and Productivity”. Full Article