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Understanding how supply chains work

With the COVID-19 pandemic spreading worldwide, one major impacting factor is the supply chain of necessary goods and services. The media heavily reports on this issue. Moreover, it’s crucial for hospitals and healthcare centers that are in desperate need of supplies. However, one must wonder what exactly makes up the supply chain. The role of supply chain management A supply chain is an organizational system of people, activities, information, and resources moving a variety of things from the company to […]

todayApril 20, 2020 15

Business News

Will the EPA mercury rule change spur attacks on other clean air protections?

SPRINGFIELD (Illinois News Connection/Public News Service) -- Even as the country battles a respiratory pandemic, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has moved to weaken an air pollution standard. The EPA finalized changes Thursday to the 2012 Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS). It is the first-ever national limits on emissions of mercury and other air pollutants from coal-fired power plants. Browner: 'EPA is only adjusting cost-benefit calculations' Carol Browner is the board chair at the League of Conservation Voters and former […]

todayApril 17, 2020 28

Business & Lifestyle

Your mortgage and the impact by the coronavirus epidemic

Because of the coronavirus, many people are facing financial challenges, including paying their mortgage. If you’re unable to make your mortgage payments, a foreclosure could cause you to lose your home. Federal and some private lenders are offering borrowers temporary help. This includes stopping or delaying foreclosure or modifying the mortgage. However, these measures don’t apply to everyone. If you need help, research the options available to you for getting through these tough times. Learn about available Federally-backed mortgage relief […]

todayApril 17, 2020 5

Business & Lifestyle

How online businesses are coping during the COVID-19 pandemic

There are many businesses being forced to close during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some businesses may never recover while some are thriving more than ever. Amazon has taken the biggest boost and is making millions upon millions through online shopping. As the high streets close down, the second best and only way to receive goods is through online retailers. Businesses should also be aware despite their struggle in terms of sales. However, it is vital that their online business remains a […]

todayApril 17, 2020 5

Consumer Alerts

Filing a Defense Base Act claim as a government contractor

The Defense Base Act, or DBA, provides insurance coverage. This is similar to workers’ compensation, for those working under foreign government contracts. It operates to protect the rights of workers suffering from an injury while working on a government contract. This also applies to those who have died while on a government contract. Government contractors receiving an injury in the line of work can make use of the DBA.  Government contractors should report injuries immediately To discuss your DBA case […]

todayApril 16, 2020 6

Business & Lifestyle

The coronavirus retail survival guide

Retail businesses are facing an unprecedented situation in the face of the coronavirus outbreak. Physical stores are closing down temporarily all over the world. Consumer spending has slowed down considerably as people stock up on essential goods to weather out the pandemic. The time ahead will be full of tough challenges. To do our part to help retail businesses, this blog discusses steps they can take to survive despite the massive global economic slowdown. We base our guide on a […]

todayApril 16, 2020 14

Consumer Alerts

Waste management: a guide to different methods

Waste management is a far more complex process than the general population often recognizes. Not all waste is the same, and as such, not all waste requires the same methods of disposal. Depending on the size and type of waste, special waste management services may be required. This is to ensure that the disposal of materials is in a safe and efficient manner. The following is a guide to different waste management methods that explores the safest means of disposal. […]

todayApril 13, 2020 16

Business & Lifestyle

The week in business: throwing billions at the COVID-19 coronavirus epidemic

By now, you probably know every detail about the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak in the entire world and how it has engulfed 198 countries. The news channels are filled with stories about people practicing social distancing and living in isolation through this grim situation. The US is one of the worst-hit areas, with 68,000 people reportedly affected, with over 1,000 people dead. Under such a grave scenario, it’s only obvious that it’s economic conditions of the US will experience a negative […]

todayMarch 29, 2020 54

Business & Lifestyle

Instacart shoppers to strike for better protection against coronavirus

(UPI) -- Employees who shop for Instacart, which allows customers to order groceries for delivery through a smartphone app, are planning to strike nationwide Monday to demand the company provide better protections amid the coronavirus pandemic. In a blog post this week the Gig Workers Collective announced they would refuse to accept orders until the company provides hazard pay, safety gear including hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes and soap -- and expands paid sick leave to include workers with pre-existing conditions […]

todayMarch 28, 2020 4

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