“All in the name of cost-control” takes on new meaning, thanks to a recent ruling from the Supreme Court. It comes with cautions, though. (more…)
Policy and culture
Despite the increased popularity of webinars and virtual meetings, travel and entertainment still plays a vital role for most companies. But who's setting the budgets here? (more…)
It's a common scenario these days: An employee gets into an accident while talking (or texting) on a company-issued cell phone, and the company ends up paying for it. (more…)
At most places, drinking at work would result in immediate termination. But at this place, it was an everyday activity -- until recently. (more…)
Sites like Twitter and LinkedIn give many businesses a boost. But without a policy on proper social network use -- your company is wide open for problems. (more…)
April 15th marks the date all taxpayers have to file their taxes by. But what is the date on which American taxpayers will have earned enough to pay their sharbye ? (more…)
The Prez just submitted his budget proposal for FY'11 -- and it’s loaded with changes that will land in Finance’s lap. (more…)
With employee satisfaction at a record low, keeping staffers motivated calls for some creativity. But there's no need to reinvent the wheel. (more…)
Think those companies that spend $2.5 million for a 30-second Super Bowl commercial are crazy? Companies everywhere are losing millions on the big game -- and they’re not even getting anything in return. (more…)
Job satisfaction in U.S. hit a record low in 2009 -- and there are far more factors at work than the economic downturn. (more…)
Despite the fact that inactive vendors can leave the door wide open for duplication and fraud, almost half (40%) of A/P departments don't purge the master vendor file -- ever. (more…)
Many employers have been annoyed by the effects of fantasy sports on employees' productivity. Here's a case of a company that took action ... drastic action. (more…)
