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How Can I Stay Lean on Supply Costs

To stay lean on supply costs in your business, consider implementing the following strategies: Supplier Evaluation: Evaluate your current suppliers to ensure you are getting the best value for your money. Compare prices, quality, delivery times, and customer service among different suppliers. Negotiate contracts and pricing terms to secure the most favorable deals. Strategic…

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Why you need an expert concrete forming partner

Having an expert concrete forming partner can bring numerous benefits to your construction projects. Here are some reasons why you might need an expert concrete forming partner: Experience and Expertise: An expert concrete forming partner brings extensive experience and expertise in the field. They have a deep understanding of concrete forming techniques, best practices, and…

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Quality Labor Impacting Construction Costs More Than Material Shortages

Indeed, the quality of labor can have a significant impact on construction costs, often surpassing the impact of material shortages. Here are some reasons why quality labor can have a more pronounced effect on construction costs: Efficiency and Productivity: Skilled and experienced laborers are generally more efficient and productive in their work. They possess…

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Education R&D
Will the New Education R&D Bill Spark the Innovation Schools Desperately Need?
April 25, 2025

In a rare show of bipartisan cooperation, Senators Michael Bennet (D-CO) and John Cornyn (R-TX) have introduced the New Essential Education Discoveries (NEED) Act, aimed at revolutionizing how the U.S. invests in education innovation. The bill proposes a new National Center for Advanced Development in Education—akin to DARPA but for schools—within the Institute for…

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How Verizon Business Utilizes UGC for Sales Enablement
How Verizon Business Utilizes UGC for Sales Enablement
April 24, 2025

In this episode of UGC for B2B, host David Dabney welcomes Cesar Teran, Verizon’s Sales Enablement Lead for Channel, to explore how user-generated content (UGC) is transforming training and team engagement at Verizon Business. Cesar shares the journey of introducing UGC into Verizon’s training initiatives, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, collaboration, and celebrating contributions….

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digital freight invoicing
ODeX Is Leading the Charge in Digital Freight Invoicing
April 24, 2025

Global shipping continues to grapple with fragmented billing processes, often delaying cargo movement. According to McKinsey, adopting an electronic bill of lading could save $6.5 billion in direct costs and enable $40 billion in global trade. As vessels carry goods for thousands of shippers per voyage, the administrative burden of managing and reconciling invoices…

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Human Intelligence Movement
Just Thinking… about Reimagining Education for the AI Era with the Human Intelligence Movement
April 24, 2025

As artificial intelligence reshapes education, work, and daily life, educators are grappling with how to prepare students for a future where human skills—not just knowledge—will be paramount. In fact, a growing number of reports highlight that employers increasingly value collaboration, communication, and emotional intelligence over memorized content. Amid this transformation, the Human Intelligence Movement…

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