Firewalls, Virus Protection and Spyware Security Keep Intruders Out, Executive Blueprints Offers A Course to Keep Confidential Data In
Orange County, CA (ContentDesk) April 11, 2006 -- Imagine the impact of customer data, financial records or strategic plans in the hands of competitors, disgruntled employees or posted on the Internet. Ownership and Classification is a course designed to address this potential devastation.Protecting company confidential information is not just the responsibility of the technical gurus who manage the hardware or network. No matter how large or small the organization, there is critical data that must be protected. The individuals employed to maintain the integrity of the hardware typically have very little detailed knowledge of the confidential content of the data that is being managed. With so many software and communication applications deployed on personal computers, confidential data is stored and shared in a variety of ways. Information is a vital asset for the success of any organization, said Louis W Mehrmann, author of Ownership and Classification .
It is therefore necessary to protect that asset from accidental or intentional, but unauthorized disclosure, modification, destruction or inability to process that information. Ownership and Classification is a short and focused guide with instructions, definitions, explanations, and checklists to design a customized internal process for classifying and managing company critical data. The course includes a presentation and a companion workbook for fill in the blank personal notations and exercises. Managing company confidential data assets is a business and management responsibility. The course is available from www.ExecutiveBlueprints.com Some companies take physical inventory of printers, computers, desks and office supplies, but fail to properly manage ownership of the most vital data assets. Many organizations have explicit policies and procedures regarding document retention and destruction of files, but neglect to create a formal guide with business rules and responsibilities for maintaining it, said John Mehrmann of Executive Blueprints Inc.
Millions of dollars are spent to keep viruses and intruders from getting in, but very little is time or training is invested in keeping the same information from getting out. Sarbanes-Oxley addresses the importance of managing and protecting individual and financial confidential data. According to Circular No.A-123, beginning with the fiscal year 2006, federal government agencies are required to apply the same discipline and standards for internal controls on finance and operations as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. Protecting customer credit card information, social security numbers and personnel records are only be the beginning of a comprehensive solution that includes data ownership and management.With current technology for transmission, storage, communication and access to explicit and detailed records to so many individuals in every organization, is there a corresponding trend for training and communicating formal policies regarding individual responsibility? A recent informal study identified a startling trend that more than nine out of ten top executives and sales managers make complete copies of company records, customer contacts and communications as standard procedure when preparing to leave an organization. Where does that information go? At home , personal files and into the next job were the most common responses.With more than thirty years of experience as a corporate auditor, trainer, security advisor, manager, technician and consultant for IBM, Louis Mehrmann brings a wealth of personal knowledge and expertise. Ease of communication, transmission, individual software applications and storage capacity make proper management processes more critical than ever, said Lou Mehrmann.
The technology is rapidly evolving, but the importance of protecting company confidential strategies and information assets is as old as business itself. Ownership and Classification is available from the Institute for Advanced Leadership, www.InstituteForAdvancedLeadership.com .
Courses include self-paced presentations, companion workbooks and a certificate of completion. Other courses include: Change Management , The Art of Progress is to preserve order amid change and to preserve change amid order. Review the rules to change, the challenge and the reaction cycle. Learn how to introduce change, deal with resistance and plan for success.
A course by Louis W Mehrmann. Active Listening Skills , Hear and Understand Content and Feeling of the speaker's message. Important skill for leaders, managers, sales, customer service and working with colleagues. Course covers Listening Habits, Attending Skills, Reflecting Skills, and Barriers to Effective Communication. Resume Design Instructions , Ten Steps to designing a Stellar Resume. Shopping for employment is a hybrid of automated filter applications and "good old fashioned" human interpretation. To be effective, design a Resume for all of these areas.
This ten step process is intended to provide useful instruction for developing a meaningful, accurate and compelling personal profile.For more information, visit www.ExecutiveBlueprints.bizAbout Executive Blueprints Inc.Executive Blueprints Inc is a leading authority on Executive Training, Strategic Planning and Human Resource Development consulting services. Programs are developed by professionals with years of executive management experience and customized to each participating business to maximize the existing internal intellectual capital with the fresh ideas and enthusiasm of the emerging leadership potential within each organization. Expanding the investment in Human Capital extends beyond Management Succession Planning and includes individual contributor performance evolution planning. Programs are available for Executive Coaching, Future Leadership Development, Relationship Sales Training, Market and Benchmark Analysis, Service and Operations efficiency.Contact:Public RelationsExecutive Blueprints Inchttp://www.ExecutiveBlueprints.us.
Take My Advice and Stop Being a Loser
"You've won a new car!" Who wouldn't like to hear those words, be it from Bob Barker or Pat Sajek, or like over 200 lucky audience members, from Oprah Winfrey? Mega-instant winners are raking in the goodies with monster home re-models, complete body makeovers and million dollar prizes. But when the bright lights fade and the TV cameras are gone, the winner can feel like a loser with an enormous tax bill.A recent Wall Street Journal article pointed out the tax consequences these prize-winners face. Even someone in the lowest state and federal tax brackets who won a car on Oprah would owe an extra $6000 in taxes. If they were in the highest bracket, they'd have to shell out an extra $12,000. Even someone below the poverty level would lose $4000 in refundable tax benefits and have to pay over $1000 in taxes!Few of us will ever win the lottery or reality TV show jackpot, but there are hidden tax consequences to the actions used to help our children or avoid probate.
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Enjoy Cheaper Finance Through UK Property Loan
You require financial support to finish different works or make payments towards various expenses but finding the funds at your terms and conditions is not that easy due to many reasons. But once you opt for UK property loans, the finance availing becomes easier and the interest rate comes down. The borrowers can take UK property loan for various purposes like making necessary improvement works on home, clearing bills of education, wedding, buying a car, going to holiday trip etc. You can buy a property through this loan.
Collateral in the form of borrower's commercial or residential property has to be placed as security with the lender in order to take secured UK property loan. The advantage of offering collateral is that borrower can take a larger loan at lower interest rate.
If the borrower is able to give collateral of greater equity, higher loan amount can easily be availed. Secured property loan have a larger repayment term attached with it which facilitates...
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Rearrange Your Affairs For Maximum Tax Savings
Rearrange Your Affairs For Maximum Tax Savingsby J. Stephen PopeOne way to maximize your business profits is by reducing your taxes.Frequently, income and other taxes could be lowered significantly if only the taxpayer were willing to plan ahead.
By taking some simple steps to rearrange your affairs, you could save a fortune!1. Are You Splitting Your Business Income?You may pay reasonable salaries to spouse or children through your incorporated or unincorporated business.
If you are not doing so, you may be missing out on some real tax savings.In the Canadian Federal Budget of February 16, 1999, measures were introduced to discourage income splitting with minor children through family trusts.
However, these measures do not apply to paying reasonable wages to family members.
Thus, this may be one of the last ways of legally splitting income left for the small business person with minor children.
Obviously, the amounts paid must bear some relationship...
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Inmatrix Exceeding Business Development Projections for First Quarter 2006; Adds 25 New Banks to its Portfolio of U.S. Clients
Chicago, IL (ContentDesk) March 1, 2006 -- Inmatrix announced today that the company is experiencing rapid growth this first quarter of 2006, having already added 25 new banks to its client base here in the United States.
The majority of these banks are members of Americas Community Bankers and Western Independent Bankers, two associations that serve the business needs of community banks and with which Inmatrix maintains strategic alliances. Commercial lending is a very competitive market for banks, said David Allen, president and chief executive officer of Inmatrix.
To compete effectively and win, bankers need commercial credit tools that help them to simultaneously develop deep relationships with their customers and manage risk to their organizations.
Thats precisely the power behind our Optimist and Portfolio Strategist software solutions.
Our products are designed to enhance financial communications between banker and customer and assist in...
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Phillip Wilhite Receives Master Merger and Acquisition Intermediary (M&MAI) Designation from M&A Source
Austin, Texas (ContentDesk) December 20, 2005 -- Corporate Investment, a financial advisory firm specializing in business sales, mergers and acquisitions, today announced that Phillip Wilhite has been awarded the Merger & Acquisition Intermediary (MMAI) designation from M&A Source. The MMAI is a true mark of distinction that helps business owners when choosing a business brokerage for their M&A transactions."I am honored to have been selected by the committee to receive the M&AMI designation, as many of the leaders in our industry are previous recipients of this award," said Phil Wilhite, managing director of Corporate Investment.The M&MAI designation is awarded to intermediaries who have proven professional excellence through verified transaction experience, education, certification as a business intermediary (CBI), and peer review. The M&A Source, a specialty division of the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA), is the worlds largest international organization of experienced,...
Phillip Wilhite Receives Master Merger and Acquisition Intermediary (M&MAI) Designation from M&A Source
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CostaRicaInternational.com Announces its Costa Rica Web Directory and Message Bulletin Board.
The web directory brings all the web resources that tourists and foreign residents alike may need to find web sites about Costa Rica. All Costa Rica related web sites are encouraged to add a listing and there is no charge. All sites are reviewed to ensure surfers are not subjected to a barrage of popups or other nonsense.The bulletin board offers residents, tourists and others an excellent means to exchange information, meet new friends and plan trips. It is the perfect resource if you are planning to retire in Costa Rica, vacation there, or just dreaming. You can learn about hotels, tours, safety tips, news headlines, and information on sports and technology in Costa Rica.
Everyone is welcome to participate.It covers general topics of Business, Cars, Entertainment, For Sale, History, Jobs, Life, Miscellaneous, News Headlines, Politics, Real Estate, Sports, Technology, Travel, and Wanted.You may find discussions ranging from the recent Earthquake, to active volcanoes or a vigorous...
CostaRicaInternational.com Announces its Costa Rica Web Directory and Message Bulletin Board.
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Radio Control Cars - Which Type Is Right for You or Your Child?
There are several factors to consider before choosing which type of radio control cars to buy. Don't just jump in head first. Making the correct choices, up front, can save you a lot of time and money down the road. Take a few minutes to read this helpful article so you can start out in the right direction. First, it is important to determine who will be the primary user of the cars.
This will help ensure that you don't start off with a car that is far beyond the child's ability to operate....
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