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Audit committees: Are they on top of fraud and corruption?
August / September 2014
Newsletter: Public Company Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 598
Abstract: Although the audit committee’s top priority continues to be overseeing financial reporting, both regulators and investors expect it to take a proactive role in a company’s corporate governance and risk management programs. In particular, the committee should actively monitor and evaluate the organization’s antifraud and anticorruption efforts. This article examines a real-world instance of an audit committee’s failure to do so and notes ways that an audit committee should ensure that management is setting the right “tone at the top.”
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4 lean manufacturing fundamentals you can count on
Summer 2014
Newsletter: Manufacturer
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 598
Abstract: Lean companies make their products as efficiently as possible, using the least possible staff time, equipment and working capital. Originally imported from Japan in the 1980s, lean manufacturing continues to play a key role in every successful U.S. manufacturer. Increased global competition and declining operating margins make four particular lean manufacturing fundamentals especially important in today’s marketplace. This article describes how each one contributes. Recommended Article
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Year end tax planning – 5 strategies you shouldn’t overlook
September / October 2013
Newsletter: Tax Impact
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 598
Abstract: As the end of 2013 approaches, it’s time to think about year end tax planning. This article offers five often overlooked strategies that should be considered. They involve credit cards, traditional IRAs, securities, withholding and mutual fund investments.
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7 ways to build primary care practice revenue
Spring 2013
Newsletter: Vital Signs
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 598
Abstract: As provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act come into play, they promise to be a lifeline for primary care practices — a vital but endangered area of medicine that appeared to be on its last legs. This article offers seven ways a practice can build its revenue while also offering its patients additional and beneficial health care services.
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Professional employment organizations – Should a third party handle your most important asset?
Winter 2008
Newsletter: Auto Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 598
Abstract: In today’s business environment, where ways to cut costs while improving performance are revered, the outsourcing of many operating functions is widespread. But when it comes to the service-oriented world of the auto dealership, should you let a third party handle your most important asset — your people? An increasing number of dealerships are doing just that, turning to professional employment organizations (PEOs) to hire and fire employees, handle the related HR paperwork, and provide employee benefits. Here are some issues to consider before making a decision. (Updated 4/30/12)
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Erroneous pension benefit estimate doesn’t support ERISA estoppel claim
April / May 2012
Newsletter: Employee Benefits Update
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 598
Abstract: A federal court of appeals has affirmed that an erroneous estimate of a participant’s pension benefits couldn’t support an Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) estoppel claim against the pension plan. This article examines why this was good news for the plan, but notes the importance of providing accurate information to retirement plan participants.
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Structural engineering – How separate entities can strengthen your firm
Winter 2011
Newsletter: Construction Industry Advisor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 598
Abstract: Each form of business — whether it’s a sole proprietorship, C or S corporation, limited liability company (LLC), or partnership — offers different advantages and disadvantages for a contractor. But there can be potential advantages to operating segments of a business through separate legal entities. This article shows how such a practice can reduce risk, offer tax advantages, help with succession and estate planning, and increase bonding capacity.
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SAS 70 audit reports – How to find out more about your service providers
February / March 2009
Newsletter: Employee Benefits Update
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 598
Abstract: The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants’ Statement of Auditing Standards (SAS) No. 70 is an internationally recognized auditing standard for service providers, including employee benefits service providers. It demonstrates that a service provider has been through an audit of its internal control procedures, including controls over information technology and related processes. This article takes a closer look at why employers and plan sponsors should know about these audit reports.