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Oct 5, 2023
NACM’s Credit Managers’ Index (CMI) gained 1.8 points to 52.6 in September. The improvement is welcome, but the CMI appears stuck on the precipice of a recession in business activity, said NACM Economist Amy Crews Cutts, Ph.D., CBE.

Oct 5, 2023
Just as a football team relies on every player’s commitment and passion to achieve victory, an organization thrives when its employees are fully engaged. Re-engaging employees is like reigniting the spark in a team that has momentarily lost its momentum. It’s about tapping into their potential, revitalizing their spirit and reminding them of their vital roles in the collective pursuit of success.

Oct 5, 2023
Fraudulent credit applications are on the rise—a concerning trend in the B2B credit world. A recent eNews poll revealed that 44% of credit professionals have seen an increase in fraud attempts from new customers filling out credit applications.

Sep 28, 2023
Preliminary notices should not be overlooked in the complex world of construction and project management because they serve as the crucial foundation upon which the entire payment process hinges. A preliminary notice serves as a notification to the owner or general contractor of a construction project to notify them that a contractor, sub-contractor, materials provider or other party is reserving their right to file a mechanic’s lien in the event of non-payment. But some customers may pushback if you they are served a preliminary notice.

Sep 28, 2023
Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems support several business functions such as accounting, production, customer services, procurement and credit. ERPs provide companies with a platform to help manage parts of their business. Nonetheless, businesses frequently compelled to transition their ERP systems as a result of mergers or acquisitions must discover efficient methods for data integration.

Sep 28, 2023
A written delegation of authority (DOA) is a crucial document in any organization, serving as a blueprint for effective management and decision-making. The DOA is meant to define and clarify roles, responsibilities and levels of authority of individuals within the organization. By clearly outlining who has the power to make specific decisions or take certain actions, it minimizes confusion, reduces the risk of duplicated efforts and empowers employees to take accountability.

Sep 28, 2023
In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, ChatGPT stands as a pioneering and transformative force. Developed by OpenAI, this state-of-the-art conversational AI system has ushered in a new era of human-machine interaction. With its remarkable capacity to comprehend and generate natural language text seamlessly, ChatGPT has emerged as a game-changer across various industries. This article delves into the fascinating world of ChatGPT, exploring its capabilities, applications, and the profound impact it is having on our daily lives.

Sep 21, 2023
Escheatment is a legal process by which unclaimed or abandoned assets, typically financial assets like bank accounts, uncashed checks, or securities, are transferred to the government. This occurs when the rightful owner of the property or funds cannot be located or identified after a specified period, known as the dormancy period. The account or property can be reclaimed if someone emerges with a legal claim, but reclamation is generally subject to a statute of limitations. Statutes not only vary by state, but by property type with costs that continue to increase.