Architecture & Design
As Amazon decides to pause the construction of its HQ2 project amidst an uncertain economic climate, businesses are forced to grapple with the strategic viability of their workplace and work model. Major tech companies, faced with significant workforce reductions, are reevaluating the need for traditional office spaces and whether it’s a wise decision to consider […]
The Latest CPI Report Shows Housing Costs Are Keeping Inflation From Cooling Down.
The latest CPI (Consumer Price Index) numbers are in — and while consumer price inflation saw a 0.4% drop from 6.4% in January to 6% in February, core prices increased 0.5% from the previous month. The good news? The CPI report show consumer price inflation is down from its peak in June 2022 when […]
Modular Altruism: What Is The 6th Place Project?
Altruism is the idea or practice of having a selfless concern for the benefit of others. It may also be defined as a concern for others’ well-being. The adaptability and versatility of modular buildings is one of their main benefits. They are easily expandable and customizable to meet shifting needs or specifications, and they can […]
Tech-Forward AEC Companies Rise to the Top Amidst 2023 Project Backlogs
The pandemic halted architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry products, and now the backlog is catching up, reaching its peak level since pre-pandemic. Companies are having to navigate the rising demand with challenges such as inflation, talent retention, and supply chain issues. Unanet’s 2022-2023 AEC Inspire Report provided some insight as to what firms […]
Building Management
HVAC services are essential. Some might say they are recession and pandemic-proof. No matter the situation, businesses rely on the solutions they provide to keep their facilities up and running. Still, like many skilled professions today, recruiting people into the industry is a challenge, and it is critical to find new talent to keep the […]
Amazon’s HQ2 Pause Should Force Businesses to Rethink Workplace Flexibility Office Space Expansion
As Amazon decides to pause the construction of its HQ2 project amidst an uncertain economic climate, businesses are forced to grapple with the strategic viability of their workplace and work model. Major tech companies, faced with significant workforce reductions, are reevaluating the need for traditional office spaces and whether it’s a wise decision to consider […]
Sustainable Living: Exploring the Relationship Between Home Development and Trees
On this episode of Building Roots, two of Treenewal’s ISA Certified Arborists, James Allen and Cory Herpel, discussed the importance of taking a proactive approach to maintaining healthy trees in developing communities. They highlighted the need for involving an arborist early in the process, before any construction takes place, to minimize root damage and other […]
The Latest CPI Report Shows Housing Costs Are Keeping Inflation From Cooling Down.
The latest CPI (Consumer Price Index) numbers are in — and while consumer price inflation saw a 0.4% drop from 6.4% in January to 6% in February, core prices increased 0.5% from the previous month. The good news? The CPI report show consumer price inflation is down from its peak in June 2022 when […]
Business Services
Media today is the most powerful it’s ever been, and with the introduction of new channels to consume it daily, the consumer can become easily overwhelmed with a plethora of choices. How does your channel stand out? Authentic media might be the clickbait. With the likes of TikTok, YouTube, and streaming services like Spotify, […]
Amazon’s HQ2 Pause Should Force Businesses to Rethink Workplace Flexibility Office Space Expansion
As Amazon decides to pause the construction of its HQ2 project amidst an uncertain economic climate, businesses are forced to grapple with the strategic viability of their workplace and work model. Major tech companies, faced with significant workforce reductions, are reevaluating the need for traditional office spaces and whether it’s a wise decision to consider […]
Want to Support and Encourage More Women in Tech? Focus on Company Culture and Equity in Hiring
Late last year, a problematic statistic came to light: Over 50% of women in tech reported experiencing sexual harassment, inequality or discrimination at some point during their work life. And with startup culture often being compared to college frat life, some believe that women may find it even harder to fit in. It seems […]
Stenograph’s MAXScribe™ to Become the Primary Software for Key College Digital Reporting Program
DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., March 20, 2023 (Newswire.com) – Stenograph®, LLC announces a partnership with Key College to further its support of court reporter education. Key College has named Stenograph’s digital court reporting software, MAXScribe, the primary software of its Digital Court Reporting Certificate Program. To help prepare students for AAERT Certifications such as CER, CET, and CDR, […]
Education
Teach For America (TFA) started with an idea in 1989 by Wendy Kopp. The TFA formally launched in 1990 with a mission to provide all children in America with an excellent education. More than thirty-three years later, TFA is continually improving itself by expanding its network and resources with initiatives like TFA’s Reinvention Lab. […]
Increasing Diversity in STEM Means Creating More Early Education Opportunities for STEM Exposure
It is no secret that STEM fields have long been lacking in diversity. Even as women have become the majority of holders for undergraduate degrees, they still are underrepresented in STEM. For example, recent research from the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics shows meager progress on diversity in STEM; the STEM workforce […]
Lessons Learned in Disaster Response, Recovery, and Resiliency
Natural disasters are one of the most unpredictable, but expected forms of destruction that humanity can expect to happen anywhere and at any time. Unfortunately, many types of disasters result in the loss of life, in addition to wide-scale devastation. When it comes to educational facilities like schools, there’s a certain type of disaster response […]
Keeping Our Mental Health in Check to Improve Our Everyday Work and Learning
One-third of people report feeling extreme stress, while 77 percent report their stress impacts their physical health, 73 percent report it impacts their mental health, and almost 50 percent state they experience difficulty sleeping due to stress. Considering that stress can have other detrimental impacts such as: causing impaired performance, mental health issues, high […]
Energy
As the electrification of diesel-powered trucks increases along the Northeast’s major freight corridors, there is an imminent need for major transmission upgrades and expansion of vehicle charging infrastructure. A key part of that strategy will likely include preparing state highways for electric trucking and its high energy loads. National Grid, the New York and Massachusetts-based […]
What Happened to Silicon Valley Bank?
By now, everyone’s heard the Silicon Valley Bank collapse story. Its repercussions are, at present, still sending shockwaves across the banking system, leaving the experts, pundits, the Fed, and everyone wondering if another pillar will drop or can the system hold together. While the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) seemingly happened overnight, were […]
How Companies Can Benefit from Working with Volta Insite
Driving Technology Solutions for a more sustainable future doesn’t happen in a bubble. Commercial HVAC Service providers like Service Logic rely on close relationships to improve what they do and vice versa. One partnership Service Logic values is the one they have with Volta Energy. Volta Knowledge host Tyler Kern wanted to learn more […]
Pipeline Operators Say They’ll Make Clean Energy Investments if the Government Continues Offering Tax Credits
Nothing sparks action like a bit of skin in the game. ‘Show me the money’ is a phrase that pays, and in the ESG world, tax credits are a great way to generate clean energy investments. 2022’s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) expands tax credits for industrial projects that capture, reuse or permanently store carbon dioxide. […]
Engineering & Construction
A recent study highlighted six major challenges faced by women in the construction industry. The construction industry is a traditionally male-dominated field, but there are many career opportunities for women who are interested in the construction industry. On today’s episode of the VCC Women in Construction miniseries, host Gabrielle Bejarano speaks with Gabby Saenz, Project […]
With New Build America Buy America Guidance on Construction Materials, Contractors Should Be More Proactive with Compliance
Time to put America in the driver’s seat of infrastructure manufacturing. The Office of Management and Budget has proposed new rules on how to implement the Build America Buy America Act provisions. As part of the Biden administration’s attempt to boost domestic manufacturing and supply chains, this act requires construction materials on federal infrastructure […]
Talking Shop With Internet Influencers Part 2
There are over 51 million YouTube channels out there; with so many, it’s hard to set yourself apart from others. So, how do successful YouTube influencers not only survive, but thrive in the industry amidst the sea of channels? On part two of this episode of Talkin’ Shop with Walbro, Host Michelle Dawn Mooney speaks […]
Women in Construction Spotlight Series Featuring Michelle Luce-Gilson
Females encompass only 14 percent of the construction industry’s employees. However, that number is only expected to grow as women take on more engineering and leadership roles. What is it like to work in the construction industry as a female leader, and how can other women make a career in this industry? On today’s episode […]
Food & Beverage
The outbreak of COVID-19 had a significant impact on the food service industry. Many restaurants were forced to shut down, and workers lost their source of income. However, many restaurants are reopening and quickly adapting to survive the changes after the pandemic. Restaurant managers have entered a rebranding journey to optimize the customer experience and […]
The Food Industry’s Understaffing Problem: A Positive Change for Employees and Customers
The food industry is known for its fast-paced, high-stress environment. However, in recent times, the food industry’s understaffing problem has made things much more challenging! The food industry is feeling the pinch of understaffing, with over 60% of establishments admitting they are struggling to recruit enough employees. In spite of that, this challenge has […]
Healthy Living: A Growing Trend in Restaurant Industry
Greek salad, pasta salad, cucumber avocado salad, garden salad, corn salad, cole slaw, Caesar salad, Caprese salad, macaroni salad… and the list goes on and on. There are an infinite number of salads one can create—not just salads for healthy living. And everyone seems to have a preference for their own unique spin on a […]
Loyalty Programs That Work: Strategies for Building and Sustaining Customer Loyalty in the Restaurant Industry
Loyalty programs use points, miles, or other currency to incentivize customers to purchase or engage with the brand. Customers can redeem these points for discounts, free products, exclusive access, or other perks. Technology, such as mobile apps and online accounts, allows customers to easily track and redeem their rewards and receive personalized promotions […]
Healthcare
Prior authorization wastes medical and insurance providers’ time and can result in poor patient outcomes. Changes are likely as the federal government reviews legislation. Melanie Musson, a health insurance expert with USInsuranceAgents.com, reminds providers, “Health insurance providers should focus on creating better pre-authorization processes to improve efficiency and patient outcome.” Prior authorization has been […]
Provider & Payer Dynamics: Revenue Cycle’s Evolution
Pre-authorization is a word that is being tossed around more and more frequently in the healthcare world. Often referred to as pre-approvals, prior approvals, or prior authorizations, these are insurance-dictated restrictions on medicines, tests, or health services that require a check before insurance will officially cover the product or service. More than three quarters of […]
The Provider Relief Fund: A Government Lesson in Unintended Consequences
The Provider Relief Fund (PRF) created a necessary cash infusion for healthcare providers during the pandemic. The pandemic required unprecedented government action to the tune of more than $19 billion distributed through the program. Now that the storm of Covid is behind us, the true story of PRF is around its success compared to mandated […]
Revolutionizing the Audit Process: Advancements in Supplier Assessments Within the Pharmaceutical Sector
Pharmaceutical companies invest significant resources in research and development to discover new drugs and therapies and improve existing ones. This involves rigorous testing, clinical trials, and obtaining regulatory approval before a drug can be sold. Government agencies, such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States, oversee the approval process and conduct […]
Hospitality
Employee harassment is all too familiar to workers in the hotel industry; an oft referenced 2016 survey from labor union UNITE HERE revealed nearly 60 percent of hotel housekeepers report they have experienced sexual harassment. Hotels are taking things into their own hands as well, tackling concerns over employee safety with strategies including employee […]
Travelers Seek EV Charging at Hotels and Resorts. Is It Time for Hoteliers to Invest in Infrastructure?
How are hotels and resorts responding to the adoption of EVs, which hit roughly 10% of the global market in 2022? There is a lot of opportunity for the hospitality industry to increase EV charging at hotels and resorts, and give travelers another reason to seek their establishment out over the competition. Business and […]
Hotel Digitization and Mullet Travel Key to Hospitality Success in 2023
The hospitality industry faced many challenges right after COVID, such as loss of income and labor shortages. However, the industry has demonstrated new ways to adapt to issues such as labor shortages by adding digitization to the customer experience and blending business and leisure into one, which has been coined “mullet travel.” How important […]
Technology is Playing a Major Role in the Hospitality Industries
SAN MATEO, CA – Technology is playing a major role in the hospitality industry’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. In the first podcast episode of Be Our Guest, host Gabrielle Bejarano spoke with two people who know the industry best — Jeff Aguiar, the Vice President of Partnerships and Business Development at Aavgo and Kelley […]
Industrial IoT
AT&T’s recent partnership with Fortress Solutions for its ambitious 5G smart city project in Washington, D.C., is a significant step forward in the race to build smarter and more efficient urban centers. Many believe that this partnership is a promising development for the Internet of Things (IoT) technologies that will be integrated into the […]
IT and Data Center Management Best Practices: From the Perspective of an Expert
There used to be a time when all of a company’s data centers were within the same building, always in a room chock full of different devices with heat emanating from within. It was usually very expensive and complex, and often included a host of complications and safety hazards. With the advent of technology, […]
“Lighthouse Factories” Shine an Exciting Light on Industry 4.0 and China
A driving force behind Industry 4.0 efficiency, and in essence the sustainable and operational evolution overtaking industrial manufacturing, are so-called “lighthouse factories”. The World Economic Forum recently identified 18 more Industry 4.0 lighthouse factories, bringing the total to 132 manufacturing sites across various industries and regions. In these advanced manufacturing hubs, mindset and strategy […]
Why Managed Ethernet Switches Matter
In this episode of The Lion’s Den, Tyler Kern spoke with returning guest Barry Turner, Technical Business Development Manager, and first-time guest Megha Agrawal, Technical Project Manager at Red Lion Controls about the importance of utilizing managed ethernet switches in network operations. This is an important aspect of Agrawal’s work. “At Red Lion, I […]
Professional AV
The Panasonic Lumix System revolutionized independent filmmaking through the convergence of a handheld DSLR style body, larger than video camera sensors for a narrow depth of field, and the versatility and utility of interchangeable lenses. By being mirrorless and with the use of adapters, a broad gamut of vintage and modern lenses became available for […]
AV is Bridging the Gap Between the Real World and the Metaverse at Industry Conferences
How is AV helping bridge the gap between the real world and the metaverse? Some of the best examples can be seen in the midst of large-scale trade shows and industry events. For example, ETHDenver, an annual blockchain conference held in Denver, Colorado, hosts more than 20,000 technologists every year to innovate and develop […]
A 90 Second Review of the Sennheiser Profile USB Mic
The Sennheiser Profile USB Mic is the audio titan’s latest foray into “plug and play” microphones. With both a loaded feature set and an aggressive price point, the Profile USB Mic aims to elevate standard content creation setups. Does it live up to the hype? Check out my thoughts below: Features at […]
4 Tips for Breaking into the AV Industry
The AV industry is rapidly growing and offers diverse career opportunities for individuals with different backgrounds and skill sets. From designing and installing audio-visual systems to creating immersive digital experiences, the AV industry encompasses a broad range of roles that require creativity, technical expertise, and innovation. If you are passionate about AV and looking […]
Retail
The Metaverse has been growing since 2020 and is predicted to hit $800 billion by 2024. The Metaverse has always been extremely popular with the gaming industry, but there are more areas where the Metaverse has been proven to generate revenue for companies. Retailers are now expanding and using Metaverse marketing to reach younger generations […]
Learning from One of Europe’s Top-Tier Retail Accelerators
Starting a business from the ground up isn’t easy. Luckily, across the world, retail accelerator programs have been igniting a lot of entrepreneur’s ideas by providing them with access to investors, funding, and advice, and in return for all the work, a certain percentage of equity in the company. However, there’s a catch – the […]
Why Are Americans Letting Billions of Dollars Worth of Gift Cards Go to Waste?
Americans are letting billions of dollars worth of gift cards go to waste. Time is money, and for American gift card holders, time is ticking! Gift cards are a popular choice for consumers for gifting and loyalty programs, but Americans are hoarding their gift cards instead of redeeming them. According to a report by Credit […]
Marketing Professionals Say AI Influencers are Here to Stay
Let’s talk about AI influencers. You may have heard about Miquela Sousa, the 19-year-old Brazilian-American model and definitely not a real human getting ‘hacked’ in 2018 by a pro-Trump Influencer. No? What about Maybelline unveiling ‘May’, its own digital influencer created to sell mascara? Like it or not, AI influencers, or more concretely, animated […]
Sciences
The multiverse theory has been the subject of scientific research and philosophical debate for decades. It is a theory that suggests the existence of multiple universes beyond our own, each with its own unique physical laws and properties. Along with the recent phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, 2023’s Best Picture-winning film Everything Everywhere All […]
Increasing Diversity in STEM Means Creating More Early Education Opportunities for STEM Exposure
It is no secret that STEM fields have long been lacking in diversity. Even as women have become the majority of holders for undergraduate degrees, they still are underrepresented in STEM. For example, recent research from the National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics shows meager progress on diversity in STEM; the STEM workforce […]
Addressing Educational Disparities in STEM for Underserved Youth
As the world becomes increasingly reliant on technology and innovation, careers in STEM fields have become more in demand. However, there remains a significant educational gap for underserved youth in pursuing STEM careers due to institutional biases and lack of access to resources. The efforts of two chemists, Dr. Kenneth Gibbs Jr. and Dr. Ciara […]
Biologists Figured Out How to Generate New Neurons in the Adult Brain, Revolutionizing Neurodegenerative Disease Research
Recently biologists discovered how to generate new neurons in the adult brain. This is an incredible breakthrough that has enormous potential to revolutionize neurodegenerative disease research. By generating genetically-mutated mice with a unique gene that activates dormant neural stem cells, scientists were able to generate new neurons in the brain. For years, scientists have […]
Software & Technology
Spotify takes inspiration from TikTok’s discover feed in its latest redesign, targeting the podcasting market, sparking a debate. Out with the old, in with the new! Spotify shakes things up with its latest redesign, taking cues from TikTok’s discover feed to capture the video podcasting market. But is this a scalable move that caters […]
How Open-Source IoT Solutions are Redefining the Edge
For the tech industry, finding solutions is a daily priority. So, the discovery of new and improved solutions is always a constant goal for the advancement of this. In a new episode of “To the Edge and Beyond,” host Michelle Dawn Mooney interviewed Intel Product Engineer Sean Williams, and IOTech CTO Jim White, to […]
Advanced Automation: Learning about Minuteman Empire Automation Systems
On this episode of Advanced Automation, host Josh Gavel spoke with Scott Pask, VP of Sales and Marketing for Minuteman Empire Automation Systems. Scott talks about what makes the company a leader in selling automation products, along with how he brought his many years of experience to the role and how the company always strives […]
Stats Show the Percentage of Women in Tech is Falling. Good Mentors and Good Storytelling Could Reverse This Trend
Progress toward workplace diversity, especially in tech, is riddled with ups and downs. While some studies show women have taken on more leadership roles in the industry in the last 3 to 4 years, other studies show a longer-term decline. A recent report from Accenture paints a pressing challenge: the percentage of women in tech […]
Sports & Entertainment
The multiverse theory has been the subject of scientific research and philosophical debate for decades. It is a theory that suggests the existence of multiple universes beyond our own, each with its own unique physical laws and properties. Along with the recent phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, 2023’s Best Picture-winning film Everything Everywhere All […]
Musial Awards: The Most Important Awards Ceremony, Highlighting Character and Sportsmanship
Sportsmanship means being kind, but most importantly showing respect and humility during a sporting event. Competition can be fierce but it’s important not to let the negativity of a competition drown out the positives of a sport. To highlight the importance of kindness and selflessness in the sports industry, the Musial Awards were created. […]
Riding the TikTok Wave: Spotify’s Redesign Targets Video Podcasting Market
Spotify takes inspiration from TikTok’s discover feed in its latest redesign, targeting the podcasting market, sparking a debate. Out with the old, in with the new! Spotify shakes things up with its latest redesign, taking cues from TikTok’s discover feed to capture the video podcasting market. But is this a scalable move that caters […]
Sports Teach Life Lessons that Shape Life-Long Careers
Student-athletes make some of the best employees—a little-known trait employers should key into. But what is so special about them? For starters, student-athletes learn life lessons and develop critical skills during their time on a collegiate sports team that give them a leg up on others, like communication and perseverance. But how else have […]
Transportation
Wouldn’t life be easier if housing was located near transportation options? The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is offering $5 million worth of housing development assistance to local governments to add housing close to transportation hubs. The federal housing agency HUD is focused on adding housing and transportation options such […]
Automobile Dealership Sales and Management Training is Not One-Size-Fits-All: How the Kintz Group Ensures a Perfect Fit
The automobile dealer industry experienced quite the rollercoaster over the past few years. Everything from crazy consumer demand, empty lots, supply chain issues, personnel shortages, rising interest rates, and higher gas prices. With the art of selling automobiles shifting and changing with each new loop, how do dealers face strategic shifts in training their teams? […]
With Millions of Passengers to Protect Every Day, How Does the Federal Aviation Administration Get the Job Done?
For many of us, airline travel is almost as ordinary as driving a car. In fact, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) handles more than 45,000 flights a day and over 16 million flights per year in the United States. How, exactly, does the FAA regulate so many flights and help ensure safety for the more […]
Subway’s Electric Vehicle Chargers: The Sustainable EV Solution for QSRs?
Subway is sparking change in the fast food industry with their plans to electrify their parking lots. In a statement made in late February, Subway said that it plans to partner with Florida-based EV charging infrastructure company GenZ EV Solutions to add electric vehicle chargers at select locations this year. The larger goal for […]