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Seven Ways a Digital Supply Chain Will Improve Your Business.

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 Digitizing your supply chain and logistics operations will transform the way your business operates. Digitization will enhance communications, let you resolve issues, reduce delays, connect partners, provide visibility and give you a competitive advantage. Whether you’re a supplier, manufacturer, wholesaler, retailer, logistics provider or another supply chain organization, there are numerous ways you can benefit from going digital. Rapid Sharing of Supply Chain Data Leads to Much Greater Visibility Information is the lifeblood of global supply chains, and having the latest data on shipments, logistics, assets and more is essential to streamlining your supply chain operations. Every organization in a supply chain uses different data protocols, so having a way to bring all of this information together in a centralized way is critical. Digitizing the supply chain makes it easier to connect to all the data sources you need and consolidate everything into a unified view of all operations

Here's Everything You Need to Know About Gut Health.

 It’s hardly news that the gastrointestinal tract is important to human health: It transports food from the mouth to the stomach, converts it into absorbable nutrients and stored energy, and shuttles waste back out of the body. If you don’t properly nourish yourself, you don’t live. It’s that simple. But in recent years, scientists have discovered that the GI system has an even bigger, more complex job than previously appreciated. It’s been linked to numerous aspects of health that have seemingly nothing to do with digestion, from immunity to emotional stress to chronic illnesses, including cancer and Type 2 diabetes. Research on the microbiome is still in its infancy. But studies have already found that certain environments, foods and behaviors can influence gut health for better or worse. Here’s why that matters and what you can do to improve yours. Why is gut health important? Everyone’s microbiome is unique, but there are a few generalities about what’s healthy and what’s not. “In

Tips on How to Choose a Consultant

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  Select a IT consultant when you need added expertise to solve problems in your business. Which expert should you hire? When is a consultant a good idea? There are pitfalls to avoid and ways to ensure an efficient consulting process. Following these steps will help: Know why you need a consultant. You can’t always see the forest for the trees. Sometimes problems arise that are complicated or even mysterious. You may need a consultant who can be objective in order to identify the problem and suggest a solution. You may know the problem only too well. For example, you need a marketing plan for a new product or you are upgrading your computer system. Congratulations, you just narrowed your consultant search. No one person can be an expert at everything. No matter how brilliant you are, your management skills can’t cover every problem or think of every possible way to solve them. Sometimes the solution is a big organizational change. Employees may respond better when the change is propos

The 5 Essentials of Choosing a Consultant

Too many small-business people aren’t willing to ask for help when they need it. Entrepreneurs by nature tend to be independent risk-takers. They started the company and it is their baby. Obviously, they should know how to raise it. However, none of us knows everything about growing and managing a business. Sometimes it makes sense to seek the counsel of others, but who is right for you and your business? When selecting a consultant, follow these five simple, but important, guidelines: 1. Unimpeachable character First and foremost, an effective consultant must be a person of the highest character. He or she must be the consummate professional. The consultant must be willing to put the best interest of the client ahead of their own. For example, the consultant must be willing to tell clients things that they need to hear, but may not want to -- even if doing so means that the consultant loses business. The consultant must care deeply about her or his clients. 2. Solid experience A good

Tips for Getting a Job in Information Technology

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 Information Technology Job Tips Know What Kinds of Jobs are Out There Make Certain You Have the Right Training Get Experience Become a “Techie” Be Willing to Start at Entry Level Whether you are a student working on an information technology degree, or someone in the job market, getting a job in information technology could be a high priority for you. With new technology being discovered practically every day, the competition for information technology jobs is vigorous. There are several things you can do to put yourself a step or two ahead of the pack waiting to interview for these jobs, though. Here are five tips for getting a job in information technology . 1. Know What Types of Jobs are Out There Information technology is a large field. There are jobs in healthcare information technology, in corporate network management, in government and in other areas. The thing is, nearly everything in industry and the social network is run by computers today, and employers need capable people

What You Must Know Before Investing in Cryptocurrency

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 When it comes to cryptocurrencies, one of the biggest challenges for investors is not getting caught up in the hype. Digital currencies have quickly risen to prominence in the portfolios of many retail and institutional investors. At the same time, analysts have continued to caution investors about the volatile nature and unpredictability of cryptocurrencies. If you’ve decided to invest in the cryptocurrency market, it’s important, as with any other investment, to do your research. Below, we’ll explore what you should know before you invest. Consider Why You Are Investing in Cryptocurrency Perhaps the most fundamental question you should ask yourself before making a cryptocurrency investment is why you’re doing it. There are myriad investment vehicles available, many of which offer greater stability and less risk than digital currencies. Are you interested simply because of cryptocurrency’s trendiness? Or is there a more compelling reason for an investment in one or more specific di

How Roadside Assistance Can Help You

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 When you buy your car insurance policy, ask whether they can offer you roadside assistance. The insurance company may allow you to choose a roadside assistance program or endorsement to add to your policy. You may have different options to choose from, with many levels of coverage.  Here are some of the most common emergency roadside assistance coverages to ask about: Flat tire change: Got a flat? All you have to do is call the 24/7 toll-free number. The emergency roadside assistance customer service representative will send out someone to do the tire change on the scene. Emergency towing: If that flat can't be fixed on the scene, or if a different mechanical issue arises and the vehicle needs to be towed to a garage, the towing may be covered too. Drained battery, lock-out, or lost keys: You left the lights on. Now the battery is drained, and the car won't start. The emergency assistance will come out and take care of that too. Also, if the keys are lost or locked in the