businesses Digital Transformation is Vital for Small Businesses By www.apec.org Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2019 11:21:00 +0800 “Ten, twenty, thirty years ago, you were in the best position to go global if you were a large company and had a lot of resources and access to a lot of attorneys and advisors who could help you navigate regulations and issues that get more complicated as you go abroad.” Full Article
businesses Wanted: Data on the Gender Gap, Digital Divide and Small Businesses By www.apec.org Published On :: Fri, 06 Sep 2019 12:01:00 +0800 We need it for inclusive policymaking Full Article
businesses Newsom unveils rules governing how quickly California communities can reopen businesses By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 16:01:33 -0400 Newsom said earlier this week that bookstores, florists and others can reopen for curbside pickup Friday, unless barred by tougher local restrictions. Full Article
businesses San Francisco will allow certain businesses to reopen beginning May 18 By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 7 May 2020 18:51:16 -0400 San Francisco will allow certain businesses to reopen beginning May 18 as it eases its stay-at-home orders. But officials warn that they will keep track to make coronavirus infections don't spike. Full Article
businesses California begins reopening economy as select businesses unlock doors By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 8 May 2020 10:44:55 -0400 Parts of California, including Los Angeles County, are allowing some businesses to offer curbside service Friday. Full Article
businesses L.A. County coronavirus cases top 30,000 as some businesses reopen By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 8 May 2020 14:27:44 -0400 Amid a plateau in the number of new coronavirus-related deaths in Los Angeles County, officials Friday were easing into an economic recovery plan. Full Article
businesses ‘Essential’ cannabis businesses: Strategies for regulation in a time of widespread crisis By webfeeds.brookings.edu Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 18:32:19 +0000 Most state governors and cannabis regulators were underprepared for the COVID-19 pandemic, a crisis is affecting every economic sector. But because the legal cannabis industry is relatively new in most places and still evolving everywhere, the challenges are even greater. What’s more, there is no history that could help us understand how the industry will endure the current economic situation. And so, in many… Full Article
businesses Charts of the Week: Jobs, rent, and businesses during coronavirus By webfeeds.brookings.edu Published On :: Fri, 27 Mar 2020 20:05:17 +0000 As the economic impact of the spreading coronavirus crisis continues to unfold, how will workers, businesses, and renters cope? Here are a few items from recent research and analysis from Brookings experts on COVID-19. How long will temporary layoffs remain temporary? Ryan Nunn and Jana Parsons examine how the number of both temporary and permanent… Full Article
businesses How the Small Businesses Investment Company Program can better support America’s advanced industries By webfeeds.brookings.edu Published On :: Wed, 26 Jun 2019 19:20:56 +0000 On June 26, Brookings Metro Senior Fellow and Policy Director Mark Muro testified to the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship about the need for the reauthorization of the Small Business Administration (SBA), and particularly on the Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) program, to be better positioned to further support America’s advanced industry sector.… Full Article
businesses What China's new food safety law might mean for consumers and businesses By webfeeds.brookings.edu Published On :: Fri, 13 May 2016 15:35:00 -0400 Food safety is not a problem unique to China, though it is certainly one of the country’s most pressing and persistent challenges. On April 28, 2016, the John L. Thornton China Center hosted a public event to discuss food safety in China and what new regulations might mean for consumers and businesses. Revised food safety law a step in the right direction China’s revised Food Safety Law, enacted in October 2015, is intended to strengthen the regulation of food companies in China and enhance oversight along the supply chain. The law imposes tougher consequences on violators of food safety regulations. The revised Food Safety Law is a step in the right direction, but improving food safety will require more than just new regulations. Greater inter-agency coordination is needed among the various government entities with regulatory responsibility for food safety, including the China Food and Drug Administration, the Ministry of Agriculture, the National Health and Planning Commission, and the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine. China has done relatively better in enforcing food safety and quality standards for its food exports than it has for its domestic food market. A disparity between export quality and what is found in local markets is not uncommon in developing countries. But after several large-scale food safety incidents, domestic Chinese consumers are now paying close attention to the quality of their food and are no longer willing to accept such a disparity. Setting and enforcing higher food safety standards domestically is important for maintaining public health and for increasing consumer confidence. The latter will take time but is an indispensable component of the consumption-driven economy that China seeks. Industry consolidation needed One of the biggest obstacles facing Chinese food safety regulators is a still-fragmented domestic food industry with many small players. The increase in regulatory requirements and inspections mandated by the new law will raise the costs of doing business and likely lead to industry consolidation, which would help make the domestic Chinese food industry more manageable from a regulatory perspective. Emerging trends that see consumers buying food products from small and perhaps unverified retailers online actually make the jobs of regulators more difficult. This is because products are harder to trace—and, if there is a problem, to recall—when transactions occur through nontraditional retail channels. Traceability is critical to ensuring food safety because it allows problematic food items to be identified. The responsible firm can then correct the situation and each actor in the supply chain can be held accountable. The Chinese government is already supporting initiatives that aggregate production units at the farm level. These farmer production bases enable farmers to coordinate food production and marketing to larger retailers. Participating farms have been provided with safe pesticides and guidelines on pesticide application; they are also able to sell to large retailers directly. These direct farmer-retailer relationships allow for greater traceability and facilitate the spot-checking that is necessary for verification. This model holds promise for improving food safety, especially as it pertains to pesticide application, but it will need to be scaled up to have a meaningful impact on China’s domestic food market. What can China learn from other countries? Since China is not alone in facing food safety challenges, it can learn lessons from the experiences of other countries. According to Vivian Hoffmann of the International Food Policy Research Institute, “there are many ways in which the public sector can harness the capacity and energy of the private sector to make food safety regulation more efficient.” For instance, China could consider greater co-regulation, which is a strategy that involves the private sector in regulation. Allowing firms to give input when regulators are setting standards can help prevent situations where unattainable standards are either crippling for companies or just ignored altogether. Hoffman is clear to note that allowing firms to give input does not mean compromising on consumer safety. Rather, it would create a more transparent process that would allow companies time to work up to higher standards if necessary. Private companies could be involved in testing their own products, but verification testing would still be needed. Open communication with consumers is also important. The risk-based approach to food safety, which is the international norm and which China has also adopted, entails a particular challenge: Sometimes what consumers think is the most dangerous aspect of the food supply is different from scientists’ perceptions and knowledge of risk. For example, scientists may focus on biological contaminants while consumers worry about pesticides and additives. The concerns of consumers should be taken into account when setting priorities, but experts also need to explain why their concerns may be different. Communication and transparency are essential for bridging this disconnect. Chenglin Liu of St. Mary’s School of Law similarly stresses transparency as a key ingredient in improving China’s food safety situation. Broader capacity building efforts—as it relates to rule of law, an independent judiciary, and independent journalism—will help improve the enforcement of regulations. The country’s revised Food Safety Law is a step in the right direction, but it is not enough to resolve China’s food safety woes. Regulatory enforcement remains a challenge. Fortunately, it is by no means an insurmountable one. Vigilant consumers will continue to demand higher-quality and more-traceable food products, a trend that puts increasing pressure on regulators to enforce high standards and that also presents great opportunities for proactive businesses. Authors Lin Fu Image Source: © China Stringer Network / Reut Full Article
businesses Businesses owned by women and minorities have grown. Will COVID-19 undo that? By webfeeds.brookings.edu Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 16:03:36 +0000 There are two small business crises in the United States. The first—the sudden shock to small businesses induced by COVID-19—is acute and immediate. Our recent analysis indicates that over 50% of small businesses with employees (an astounding 4 million establishments) face immediate or near-term risks due to the pandemic. The second crisis—the structural racial and… Full Article
businesses Businesses owned by women and minorities have grown. Will COVID-19 undo that? By webfeeds.brookings.edu Published On :: Tue, 14 Apr 2020 16:03:36 +0000 There are two small business crises in the United States. The first—the sudden shock to small businesses induced by COVID-19—is acute and immediate. Our recent analysis indicates that over 50% of small businesses with employees (an astounding 4 million establishments) face immediate or near-term risks due to the pandemic. The second crisis—the structural racial and… Full Article
businesses ‘Essential’ cannabis businesses: Strategies for regulation in a time of widespread crisis By webfeeds.brookings.edu Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 18:32:19 +0000 Most state governors and cannabis regulators were underprepared for the COVID-19 pandemic, a crisis is affecting every economic sector. But because the legal cannabis industry is relatively new in most places and still evolving everywhere, the challenges are even greater. What’s more, there is no history that could help us understand how the industry will endure the current economic situation. And so, in many… Full Article
businesses ‘Essential’ cannabis businesses: Strategies for regulation in a time of widespread crisis By webfeeds.brookings.edu Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 18:32:19 +0000 Most state governors and cannabis regulators were underprepared for the COVID-19 pandemic, a crisis is affecting every economic sector. But because the legal cannabis industry is relatively new in most places and still evolving everywhere, the challenges are even greater. What’s more, there is no history that could help us understand how the industry will endure the current economic situation. And so, in many… Full Article
businesses British utility allows businesses to buy "local" renewable energy By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Aug 2016 06:09:21 -0400 Should we care where our electrons come from? Full Article Energy
businesses 10 Businesses Going Green in the Realm of Romance By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Feb 2013 08:00:00 -0500 Valentine's Day is all about romancing your sweetheart. These companies show the planet some love too. Full Article Business
businesses 8 Celebrity Eco-Businesses We Can't Stop Talking About By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Wed, 19 Aug 2009 06:32:33 -0400 While we've seen many celebrities jumping on the green bandwagon, we've also seen them doing it for the real deal. Many have been eco-conscious for years--some are just realizing how important it is to promote a sustainable Full Article Living
businesses Designing Out Waste in Industry Becomes a Priority for Big UK Businesses By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Tue, 29 Jun 2010 09:08:41 -0400 This week a new report has been published by UK environmental think tank Green Alliance which unites top UK businesses on a mission to design out waste in industry. The report is called A Pathway To Greener Products and calls on the new coalition Full Article Design
businesses Energy-harvesting wood floors could be the next great green thing in homes and businesses By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Mon, 24 Oct 2016 10:54:37 -0400 Could this be even more encouraging than a FitBit to get up and walk around? Full Article Technology
businesses Local Businesses, Government Officials and Environmental Agencies Unite to Protect Maryland Wetlands By www.treehugger.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Oct 2008 10:00:00 -0400 The state of Maryland has already shown a proclivity towards environmental programs—it has embraced wind power via positive legislation, for one. Now, it's going to clean up its wetlands. The Maryland chapter of the Full Article Business
businesses JOHN SCULLEY LAUNCHES NEW BOOK AND MULTIMEDIA BUSINESS LEARNING SERIES TO HELP ENTREPRENEURS BUILD TRANSFORMATIVE BILLION DOLLAR BUSINESSES - John Sculley introduces his new multimedia business[...] By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: 14 Oct 2014 15:00:00 EDT John Sculley introduces his new multimedia business learning series “How to Build a Successful Business” Full Article Banking Financial Services Books Computer Electronics Multimedia Online Internet New Products Services Broadcast Feed Announcements MultiVu Video
businesses San Francisco targets May 18 for some businesses to resume as California unveils reopening guidelines By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 01:00:57 GMT Covid-19 has infected 3.7 million people globally, and killed at least 264,111 as of Thursday. Full Article
businesses Shut out of PPP loans, struggling with no child care: How Covid-19 is impacting women-owned small businesses By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 19:28:46 GMT CNBC Make It spoke to female entrepreneurs about the impact today's pandemic is having on their companies as they fight for federal funding, pivot business operations and manage child-care. Full Article
businesses Fashion designer Rebecca Minkoff has advice for small businesses struggling through the pandemic By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 15:11:38 GMT As co-founder and creative director of her own fashion line, Rebecca Minkoff understands the current struggles small-business owners are now facing — especially women. Here's her advice on how to survive. Full Article
businesses LinkedIn offers to connect job-seekers with essential businesses for free By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 21:29:30 GMT In the wake of COVID-19 shutting down broad swaths of the economy, LinkedIn is ditching the core engine of its business model to help people connect with jobs at no cost. Full Article
businesses Instagram announces new features for small businesses including gift cards, food orders and fundraisers By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 15:43:52 GMT Starting Wednesday in the U.S. and Canada, Instagram users can tap on a gift card or food order to make a purchase through a company's site. Fundraisers created by a business or its supporter open on Facebook. Full Article
businesses Hollywood's small businesses in crisis as coronavirus shuts everything down By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 00:58:08 GMT Of the 5,900 businesses in Hollywood, 99.5% have less than 500 employees, and over 90% have fewer than 10 employees. Many are being forced to layoff or furlough employees as the coronavirus pandemic drags on. Full Article
businesses How Latino small business owners are keeping their businesses running during coronavirus By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Sun, 03 May 2020 14:46:10 GMT Latino entrepreneurs are among the majority of small business owners directly impacted by the economic fallout. Full Article
businesses Clock ticking for small businesses squeezed out of government loans, now have a few months or less to survive, survey reveals By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 14:19:24 GMT Only 13% of small businesses that applied for relief through the Paycheck Protection Program have received funding, according to the CNBC/SurveyMonkey Small Business Survey released Monday. Full Article
businesses Klobuchar, Warren urge FTC to take more steps to help small businesses avoid coronavirus scams By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 20:16:19 GMT Amy Klobuchar and Elizabeth Warren raise concerns about scammers taking advantage of business owners seeking aid during the coronavirus. Full Article
businesses 'Shark Tank' investor Kevin O'Leary: 20% of small businesses that got federal loans will fail By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 12:34:19 GMT The "Shark Tank" investor also tried to look at the bright side: "So 80% are going to make it, in my view. That means it was a great investment." Full Article
businesses Tannebaum: Businesses are treading cautiously to stay within the confines of the conditions of the PPP By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 10:31:42 GMT Daniel Tannebaum of Oliver Wyman discusses the liability issues companies who participate in the Paycheck Protection Program face, and how the government should continue to refine the legislation. Full Article
businesses The businesses that made Disney a juggernaut are suddenly hurting, distracting from its streaming success By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Tue, 05 May 2020 23:16:21 GMT Disney wants Wall Street to focus on its growing streaming business, but its media networks, theme parks and film studio have grown too large to be ignored. That's become a big problem during coronavirus shutdowns. Full Article
businesses Op-Ed: SBA chief pledges 'every available resource' to aid small businesses By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Thu, 09 Apr 2020 18:43:38 GMT All small businesses are eligible, including non-profits, self-employed individuals, sole proprietorships, and independent contractors, writes SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza. Full Article
businesses Op-ed: To help Main Street businesses, look to Main Street banks By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 13:07:57 GMT Local community banks were among the most prepared and willing to step up during these unprecedented times, releasing loans far earlier than many of their Wall Street counterparts. Full Article
businesses 'It's a new planet overnight': New York City businesses hit hard by coronavirus pandemic By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Fri, 20 Mar 2020 17:33:02 GMT New York City businesses are struggling to make money and retain workers as the coronavirus continues to inflict economic pain. Full Article
businesses 7.5 million small businesses are at risk of closing, report finds By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 12:55:56 GMT Millions of small businesses will close permanently if disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic persists, according to a new survey from Main Street America. Full Article
businesses Businesses continue to apply for a PPP loan. Forgiveness remains uncertain By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 21:43:43 GMT Companies that were able to make the cut and qualify for the Paycheck Protection Program have another fight on the horizon: having their loan forgiven. Here's why it's so hard to figure that out. Full Article
businesses Support small businesses with gift cards – but know the risks By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Wed, 06 May 2020 13:17:38 GMT Purchasing gift cards are a way to support struggling small businesses. But if they don't make it out of the pandemic, you will be out of pocket. Full Article
businesses Designer Rebecca Minkoff's advice for small businesses trying to survive the coronavirus pandemic By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 15:18:09 GMT As co-founder and creative director of her own fashion line, Rebecca Minkoff understands the current struggles small-business owners are now facing — especially women. Here's her advice on how to survive. Full Article
businesses San Francisco targets May 18 for some businesses to resume By www.cnbc.com Published On :: Thu, 07 May 2020 21:56:15 GMT CNBC's Dominic Chu reports that San Francisco is targeting May 18 to reopen some businesses. Full Article
businesses IDFC Emerging Businesses Fund - Regular Plan - Growth By portal.amfiindia.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 00:00:00 Category Equity Scheme - Small Cap Fund NAV 8.98 Repurchase Price Sale Price Date 08-May-2020 Full Article
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businesses L&T Emerging Businesses Fund - Regular Plan - Growth By portal.amfiindia.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 00:00:00 Category Equity Scheme - Small Cap Fund NAV 16.049 Repurchase Price Sale Price Date 08-May-2020 Full Article
businesses L&T Emerging Businesses Fund - Regular Plan - Dividend By portal.amfiindia.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 00:00:00 Category Equity Scheme - Small Cap Fund NAV 11.654 Repurchase Price Sale Price Date 08-May-2020 Full Article
businesses L&T Emerging Businesses Fund - Direct Plan - Growth By portal.amfiindia.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 00:00:00 Category Equity Scheme - Small Cap Fund NAV 16.889 Repurchase Price Sale Price Date 08-May-2020 Full Article
businesses L&T Emerging Businesses Fund - Direct Plan - Dividend By portal.amfiindia.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 00:00:00 Category Equity Scheme - Small Cap Fund NAV 12.468 Repurchase Price Sale Price Date 08-May-2020 Full Article
businesses Coronavirus: UK chancellor on new microloan scheme for small businesses By www.bbc.co.uk Published On :: Mon, 27 Apr 2020 16:30:38 GMT Firms will be able to borrow up to £50,000, which will be interest free for the first year. Full Article