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ITIl V3 SOATraining In Bangalore Contact Service Desk1800-200-2003 ...s in advance as our pricing structure is an Airline Model based. Speak to QLogy representative @ 1800-200-2003 for ongoing discounts and available slots for the programme. ITIL ® is collection of good practices in IT Service Management, developed by OGC and supported by publications, qualifications and an international user group. The course will guide the design, development and use of  more...

First Company in India to Deliver all ITIL V3 Intermediate Module Training QLogy 1800-200-200-3 ...s in advance as our pricing structure is an Airline Model based. Speak to QLogy representative @ 1800-200-2003 for ongoing discounts and available slots for the programme. ITIL V3 Operation, Support and Analysis Course Outline:- The ITIL Intermediate Qualification: Operational Support and Analysis (OSA) Certificate is a freestanding qualification, but is also part of the ITIL Intermediate  more...

Is Lookism Illegal? Appearance Discrimination at Work BenefitsMore and more frequently, the argument is made that there should be a law against 'lookism,' or appearance discrimination, in the workplace. This live audio conference will explore whether appearance discrimination is a significant problem, which laws already address it, and how a law might be written to outlaw it specifically. This program will better equip managers and human resources  more...

Taking and Defending Effective Depositions ...place of the trial. Cases are evaluated and often settled based on information obtained at depositions. You will learn the fundamental concepts involved in taking and defending depositions. Included in this live audio conference are tips on how to prepare for a deposition as well as solutions to common problems that often arise. You will also learn techniques on deposing a lay witness. This  more...

Electronic Contracts: Best Practices and Legal Implications BenefitsThe legal landscape affecting the enforceability and proper use of electronic contracts continues to change. While such contracts are now widely used, certain issues remain unsettled, including unilateral modification of contracts and attribution of electronic signatures to a particular user for enforceability issues. Jason Epstein and William Norton will provide solutions to some of these  more...

Wellness Programs: Rewards, Penalties, Legal Risks, and Legal Developments ...l the cost of health insurance. Much of their interest is based on success stories from the private sector. Despite regulatory uncertainties, rising health insurance costs have led more employers than ever to turn to wellness programs to control rising costs. Some employers are providing incentives to employees who participate in wellness programs, follow disease management protocols or choose  more...

Current Issues in Wetland Delineation ...f Engineers. This program focuses on the practical, field-based, aspects of federal regulations and wetland ecology. Learning Objectives: - You will be able to review delineating wetlands. - You will be able to explain delineating nonwetland waters of the U.S. - You will be able to identify the ordinary high water mark. - You will be able to discuss what is significant nexus. This live audio  more...

Insurance Coverage Disputes and Construction Defects ...d insurance coverage. You will gain knowledge and insight based on practical experience of handling both the construction and insurance components of construction defect claims of all sizes, and implicating all types of insurance coverage, both first and third-party. Receive updates on recent case law regarding these issues and information about new insurance products also potentially  more...

Insurance Coverage Disputes and Construction Defects ...d insurance coverage. You will gain knowledge and insight based on practical experience of handling both the construction and insurance components of construction defect claims of all sizes, and implicating all types of insurance coverage, both first and third-party. Receive updates on recent case law regarding these issues and information about new insurance products also potentially  more...

Child Sexual Abuse Interview Protocol: Evidence-Based Strategies BenefitsChild sexual abuse investigations are difficult on children because of the recall of abuse details that are sexual in nature. Each instance of retelling the sexual experience adds to the traumatization of the child. Members of the multidisciplinary team also rely on the videotaped interview for information necessary to completing the investigation to avoid repeated interviews. This live  more...

Non-Resident Employee Withholding ...to determine what taxes are applicable for your employees based on residency, state and reciprocity agreements. We will also cover local tax determinations as well. After this live audio conference you will be able to determine the correct taxation for all employees no matter the employment scenario. This live audio conference is designed for payroll professionals, human resource and benefit  more...

Form-Based Zoning: An Alternative to Traditional Ordinances ...dio conference will provide a basic understanding of form-based codes: how they are different, how they can be applied and how they can help implement more sustainable communities. Lessons learned and steps toward beginning the process will provide you with a clear path toward a successful form-based code. Legal and practical considerations associated with adopting form-based zoning regulations  more...

When Words Get In The Way: FDCPA Claims Based On Collection Letters BenefitsThe defects in collection letters form the primary basis of claims against debt collectors. This live audio conference will provide an overview of the typical claims that are brought against debt collectors pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the best defenses against such claims, a discussion of recent cases involving claims emerging from the language and format used in  more...

Getting Burned by Boilerplate: The Pitfalls of Using Outdated Standard Real Estate Contract Provisions ...pations, force majeure and other standard contract terms, based on real-life problems. The session provides you with not only a new appreciation for the potential importance of boilerplate provisions, but also practical guidance on ways to improve contracts. This live audio conference is designed for attorneys, presidents, vice presidents, property managers, real estate professionals,  more...

Employee Discipline for Conduct Outside of Work ...ment law, including employee discipline for blogging, web-based 'employer trashing,' workplace dating and extramarital affairs, and physical appearance such as weight, tattoos and body piercing. Our experienced professionals will discuss permissible discipline for employees violating conflict of interest policies, including engaging in unfair competition with the employer. Significantly, this  more...

Project-Based Learning BenefitsAttend this live audio conference and learn how to increase the depth of student learning in many curricular areas by moving toward student-directed inquiry on academic topics in which students develop their understanding through the completion of in-depth projects. Many student projects are multidisciplinary, providing the chance for students to see the relevancy of their learning through  more...

Tips for Calculating a Regular Rate of Pay For Your Employees ... the FLSA and most state counterparts, time and a half is based upon an employee's 'regular rate' of pay. Thus, determining the 'regular rate' of pay is critical to calculating the amount of overtime pay an employee is owed. Getting this wrong can have serious consequences. This live audio conference will explain the complex rules that govern 'regular rate of pay' and how this determination  more...

IPPS Final Rule ...nt System (IPPS) was implemented in 1983 replacing a cost-based reimbursement methodology in an effort to better control the costs of providing care to the Medicare inpatient and to incentivize hospitals to better manage utilization. As time has passed CMS has modified the program to better recognize severity of illness AND to reduce payments to hospitals for certain quality of care issues such  more...

Best Practices for Managing Large Classrooms ...plex students. An ecological model of practical, research-based interventions is presented to create a functional classroom that maximizes student achievement and accountability. Field-tested in dozens of elementary-secondary schools, suburban to urban locales, these techniques promote academic readiness, while also nurturing student-teacher interactions. A combination of positive, energy  more...

Legal Implications of Doing Business on the Internet ...that should be implemented to operate and safeguard a web-based business and protect a business brand online. Specific policies and procedures will be analyzed, and how they can be used to minimize online threats. Best practices to safeguard domain names, copyrights, trademark rights, data security, and privacy will be reviewed. This program is critical for businesses who are developing and  more...

Preparing for Medicaid Audits ...nt audits and overpayment recovery. The use of statistics based upon a small sample of claims but extrapolated over an entire population of claims can lead to multimillion-dollar overpayments. The typical overpayment is no longer solely based on a medical necessity analysis, but instead extends to instances of technical noncompliance of the most insignificant nature. Failure to prepare and to  more...

De-Mystifying The Excel(R) Real Estate Pro-Forma ...osoft Excel is the primary tool of choice for spreadsheet-based analysis. This is the case in real estate development and investment, yet many practitioners are still not very familiar with how projection models are built or work. This audio conference breaks down the real estate pro-forma into its essential components, analyzes the pieces individually in easy-to-understand language, and then  more...

AIA Contracts: The Owner-General Contractor Agreement ..., some have banded together to create more of a consensus-based set of forms, the AIA forms remain the most widely used and accepted in the industry. Some owners and developers use the AIA forms without any changes and many others have developed their own standard set of revisions to the forms. However they are used, an understanding of the AIA forms and how they allocate risk is essential for  more...

Status Classification: Exempt vs. Nonexempt ...nue to pursue individual and class action overtime claims based on the alleged misclassification of exempt workers at a fever pitch. Thousands of lawsuits asserting violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act or parallel state laws are filed each year, and the costs of defending these matters and the damages claimed and paid, whether through trial or settlement, are staggering. These cases  more...

Behavioral Based Interviewing: The Next Evolution BenefitsBecause your organization can never be greater than the sum of its parts, your success is determined by one key decision: Who gets hired? Yet fewer than 30 percent of hiring managers nationwide have had any real training in applicant interviewing skills (a fact supported by a University of Chicago research study concluding that basing a hiring decision on an interview is only 8 percent  more...

Phased Retirement in The New Economy ...etirement first gained popularity in the 2000s, primarily based upon the shrinking labor force and employers' concerns regarding the loss of valuable talent to retirement. As a result, Congress enacted certain legislative and regulatory rules regarding phased retirement arrangements. These rules seek to provide flexibility for older workers desiring to take part in a phased retirement  more...

Brownfield Redevelopment and LEED in 2010: What Happens When You Mix Green and Brown? ...s and sustainable communities. This audio conference is based on publicly available information concerning the LEED rating and certification system, and is not specifically endorsed or approved by the U.S. Green Building Council. Learning Objectives - You will be able to explain and breakdown the benefits and synergies when you mix green - planning, design and construction methods into  more...

Best Practices in Performance-Based Service Procurement ...based service procurement is a commercial best practice for many types of service procurements. The General Accountability Office says performance-based procurement is the government's primary resource for correcting problems in service procurement. In both the public and private sectors, it benefits the buying organization in many ways when done right. Performance-based procurement reduces  more...

Tax Issues of Social Media and Internet Activities for Nonprofits ...ed with internet activity: generating revenue through web-based activities, managing the internet presence of multiple affiliate entities, and avoiding unexpected traps in the use of emerging social media. Join two of the nation's leading nonprofit attorneys as they navigate the top online tax issues for nonprofits and what your organization should be doing to stay out of trouble. This audio  more...

Family Responsibility Discrimination Law: Family Friendly Employer or Litigation Target? ... the subject of increasing but not well understood claims based on FRD claims. These claims have been pursued under a variety of both federal and state laws, and have resulted in multimillion-dollar verdicts. This teleconference will help you understand how stereotypical thoughts about the work commitment and ability of employees with care obligations away from the workplace have led to costly  more...

Risk-Based Pricing Regulation Update: Are You Ready for the Upcoming Compliance Deadline? ...Based Pricing Rule is effective January 1, 2011, and requires all lenders to provide a specific notice to a consumer when the lender sets or adjusts the price and other terms of credit provided to the consumer based on the consumer's credit report. In this teleconference, you will learn the various strategies for compliance, including the special exceptions for auto lending, mortgage lenders,  more...

Principal Diagnosis Selection: Ensure Compliance with Official Coding Guidelines ...ed coding errors and medical necessity errors were vested based upon clinically inaccurate and improper principal diagnosis selection. Inaccurate assignment of principal diagnosis contributes and exposes health care facilities to unnecessary compliance and financial risk. By attending and participating in this teleconference, you will gain an understanding and appreciation for textbook versus  more...

Schedule C Reporting Update ...iled each year. Many of these represent small, often home-based, businesses. However, a large number also represent large, full-time business enterprises. It is not surprising that with such a large vast array of different types of businesses, Schedule C filers are frequent targets of IRS audits. This teleconference will review the basics of a Schedule C and move on to the proper reporting of  more...

Internet Research for Paralegals ...s to those of print publishers to illustrate how internet-based legal research fits into the larger research picture. You'll learn about research principles and methodology by examining specific web sites for your problem solving utility. This teleconference will provide you with strategies for better and more efficient searching. You will benefit from the practical, detailed knowledge of how  more...

Ohio Commercial Activity Tax Update: Now Fully Phased in, What We Have Learned and What We Can Expect Going Forward ... away from its more traditional, net income and net worth based corporate franchise tax to the commercial activity tax, or CAT. In addition to the CAT, in recent years a number of states have made significant changes to their income and franchise tax regimes, which has created a complex and arduous landscape for companies' state income tax compliance departments to navigate through. This  more...

Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act: Application to Condominiums and Single-Family Homes BenefitsIn today's environment, many purchasers of condominium units and homesites are trying to back out of their purchases. Learn how to keep your hard-earned condominium unit sales and single-family home sales from slipping away. Many condominium developers and home builders who are subject to the federal Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act do not understand how to comply, or perhaps  more...

Understanding, Preventing and Addressing Well Performance Issues ...und water. The most important component in a ground water based supply system is the wells used to extract water from underground aquifers. Maintaining the long-term performance of wells requires an understanding of the factors that effect well performance. Problems with well performance are usually preventable and often start with well construction and development, and are then exacerbated by  more...

Lease vs. Buy: Choosing the Best Option ... equipment finance, they will be able to present material based not only on their academic qualifications, but on their experience with all types of equipment - from sophisticated technology financings to over-the-road vehicles and the most basic office and manufacturing equipment. The teleconference will define and compare types of leases and other financings, address key accounting and tax  more...

Understanding Property Taxes in New York ...anding of how the property assessments on which taxes are based are set by the local assessor, whether it is cost effective to challenge such assessments and the procedures and strategies for doing so. This teleconference is for anyone who wants to understand the procedural requirements, substantive law and strategic considerations behind such challenges and their defense. Accountants,  more...

EPA's Rules on Compensatory Mitigation for Impact on Wetlands, Streams and Other Waters ...ind mitigation in favor of mitigation banks and watershed-based mitigation programs. The rules also clarify the financial measures the corps will require to ensure that the mitigation is actually carried out. Finally, the rules change a wide range of requirements in the Section 404 program, including new requirements for the information in a permit application and in public notices. This  more...

Cost Accounting Techniques BenefitsCost accounting continues to gain importance and become more critical. It has also become easier to collect measure and analyze data. This teleconference will give you a complete overview of cost accounting in a fast-paced, information-filled and practical procedure-based presentation. Specific ideas will be discussed that can be immediately applied to benefit your company's profitability,  more...

Understanding the Apportionment Rules for Service-Based Businesses ...t such planning - that lead to multiple taxation. Service-based businesses face particular difficulties in identifying and analyzing the rules applicable to their operations for two reasons. First, state apportionment rules were written several decades ago at a time when our economy was dominated by the manufacturing of tangible personal property. Thus, these rules focused on the manufacturing  more...

How to Set Pay Ranges That Are Fair and Effective ...ves set by the organization. The implementation of market-based pay structures is increasingly necessary in order for organizations to remain competitive, administer compensation fairly and easily, and allocate limited financial resources where they are most needed. This teleconference will review best-practice steps to compensation system design. Human resource and payroll professionals,  more...

The Phone Bias: Learn to Use the Phone for Successful Prospecting and Client Contact ...uy. What we didn't realize was that buyers make decisions based on their own internal (and group) criteria, not necessarily on our solution or their needs. We can help them make better buying decisions and use the telephone as an important tool. This teleconference will show you how to find the right prospects, get onto the buying decision team and actually help buyers choose you by using the  more...

Access Management Design and Development ...techniques, and a look at current and future advancements based on real-life projects. Through access design and development you will be provided with the resources to retrofit existing access problems, quantify the correct number of access points, establish safe spacing between access driveways, financing techniques and the role of access management in land use development. Learning  more...

Promoting Wellness and Recovery of People With Mental Illness Through Strengths-Based, Person-Centered Practice ...policies and procedures that support and promote evidence-based practice with this challenging group of service participants. Service organizations must become more outcome-focused in their helping efforts. Direct practitioners, therapists, case managers and substance abuse providers must integrate their efforts to avoid redundancy and potential conflicts in treatment prescriptions. Systems  more...

Reductions in Force Litigation Update BenefitsWith the continued recession, employers have been faced with significant challenges to reduce costs. Since personnel accounts for a major proportion of overhead, one possible area of consideration is that of a reduction in the workforce. While reaching and implementing such a decision will, in optimum circumstances, involve significant input from counsel experienced in both employment and  more...

Building Green Without Losing Green: Managing Risk in Sustainable Design and Construction Contracts BenefitsRising energy costs, government mandates and market forces are combining to produce a surge of interest in sustainable development. The introduction of new green practices and processes requires a fresh review of old design and construction template agreements. In this teleconference, you will learn to identify areas of contractual risk in the green development context. You will also learn  more...

Current Issues in Attributional and Agency Nexus ...nd case law developments, including the controversial web-based nexus statute in New York and other states. Gain practical tips for planning through safe harbors and de minimis activities. This teleconference is a must for any business that has relationships with independent contractors, in-state businesses - either affiliated or unaffiliated - or other third-parties outside its home state.  more...

Lighting Design and Control for Commercial Buildings: Increase Sales, Increase Productivity and Save Energy BenefitsWhatever your business is, the proper illumination can provide paybacks that far exceed the energy saved. Studies have confirmed findings. This topic will be presented in a fast paced teleconference with many real life examples. System efficiencies, impact on other architectural systems and integrated controls will all be discussed. We will discuss daylighting, a 100 year old feature that  more...

Practical Transportation Design and Solutions: Concepts and Implementation ...o 1) understand how to establish these project priorities based on a system-wide optimization model and 2) identify an approach that allows a project to achieve the maximum rate of return on investment. The cornerstone of the Kentucky practical solutions approach is system-wide performance evaluation and targeted project design goals. This approach allows for the development of properly sized  more...

Health Care Facility Design and Development ...lanning process and how the appropriate inclusion of data-based modeling and planning at the front-end can help mitigate project risk. Also included in this teleconference are project case studies that demonstrate the effectiveness of integrated project delivery, and the tools and approaches that can be used for collaborative project success. Learning Objectives - You will be able to discuss  more...

Payroll Hiring Issues: Forms and Tax Credits ... The teleconference will also review federal employment-based tax credits, their application and potential administrative pitfalls. We will also highlight and provide updates on certain state employment-based credits. After attending this teleconference, you should be better prepared to evaluate your current level of payroll compliance and facilitate future compliance, as necessary. You  more...

Developing Safety Incentive Programs to Reduce Workers' Compensation Claims BenefitsOrganizations are constantly challenged to improve their results, in order to stay viable as an entity in the competitive marketplace. A key source of preventable costs is losses associated with Workers' Compensation insurance claims, and their related expenses. Safety incentive programs are a commonly used technique to obtain a step-level improvement in outcomes. Join us for this  more...

Damage to Adjacent Property and Structures ... and appropriate transfer using contractual and insurance based risk transfer methods. You will also learn how to effectively manage claims when they arise. The presenters are experienced construction attorneys and you will benefit from a unique focus on construction insurance that the panelists will bring to bear on this discussion. Learning Objectives - You will be able to identify the types  more...

Preliminary Project Description Fundamentals ...Preliminary Project Description Guide and a new consensus-based UniFormat. Organized according to UniFormat, Preliminary Project Descriptions are the most effective way to describe a project during the schematic design phase of a project. PPDs organized according to UniFormat include a description of the project by elements (substructure, shell and interiors) versus work results (CSI  more...

Dealing with Difficult Patients ...d and the fact that it is an important and heavily people-based service. Difficult patients cannot be avoided; therefore health care institutions must have clear strategies for responding to difficult patients to minimize the inherent adverse impact. This teleconference will review best-practices of leading health care institutions and identify specific approaches to manage the outcomes of most  more...

A Guide to Hybrid Coding ...ent. To remedy this, some communities have looked to form-based coding as a solution. In many situations, hybrid codes represent a viable alternative. A hybrid code combines traditional zoning controls with form-based zoning techniques. Where traditional controls establish a three-dimensional box in which a property owner is allowed to build, form-based codes, on the other hand, concentrate on  more...

Your Organization's Obligations Under the FTC's Red Flags Rule: A Comprehensive Overview ...s that organizations must follow to create their own risk-based programs. This teleconference will help you determine whether you are subject to the rule and understand what steps you must take to implement the rule's requirements. The discussion of the rule's scope will take into account various federal agency guidance, recent litigation that challenged the scope of the rule and proposed  more...

Uncovering Workers' Compensation Fraud ...imate business owners. Workers' compensation premiums are based on numerous factors, and as a result, filing fraudulent claims drives up premiums for all businesses. Additionally, businesses that don't have workers' compensation or report inaccurate payrolls are potentially able to under-bid legitimate businesses on jobs. This teleconference will help you understand what workers' compensation  more...

All About Insulating Concrete Forms ... to15 stories. They are widely used in high-LEED projects based mostly on their energy efficiency and indoor air quality properties. However, many owners and designers who might benefit are not familiar enough with them to specify them comfortably or use them to full benefit. Many contractors do not bid ICF projects because they do not know enough to estimate costs and assemble a crew. This  more...

Online Construction Bidding Fundamentals ... basic functions of bid solicitation, the traditional fax based approach and what new internet based tools are now available on the market. To provide some insight into the products available, we will look at four current software products, what they do and don't do and ask the question: Are they right for my business? Learning Objectives: - You will be able to discuss basic functions of bid  more...

Managing Construction Projects ... endeavor. This teleconference will introduce the process-based procedures utilized to manage construction projects. We will explain the five project management process groups of initiating, planning, executing, controlling and closing, and how they relate to capital projects. Learning Objectives You will be able to discuss project delivery methods. You will be able to review project phases.  more...

Understanding the Complexities of Form 5472 ...s. Whether you are the U.S. subsidiary for a large, Dutch-based multinational company with subsidiaries all over the world or a small U.S. distributor of a Canadian Parent, you will have to file IRS Form 5472 for every transaction with a related party. Although an information return, the Form 5472 is the place the IRS starts when auditing foreign-owned U.S. businesses. As a result, the proper  more...

Controlling Health Care Costs With Self-Funded Plan Options BenefitsThis teleconference will address questions an employer must answer when deciding to switch from a fully insured health plan arrangement to a self-insured arrangement. The speaker will cover different self-insured health plan options, for example, preferred provider, HMO, health savings accounts and health reimbursement arrangements. The importance of choosing a third-party administrator  more...

Voir Dire: Effective Techniques for Getting and Using the Information You Need ...ecisions must be made with little time for reflection and based upon vague or incomplete information. This teleconference will provide you with effective techniques for eliciting, organizing and intelligently using the most complete and accurate information possible through the voir dire process. Regardless of whether you represent plaintiffs or defendants, whether you are in state court or  more...

Design Codes and Standards for Noise Control ...ainability and design pitfalls. n nThis teleconference is based on publicly available information concerning the LEED® rating and certification system, and is not specifically endorsed or approved by the U.S. Green Building Council. n nLearning Objectives nYou will be able to discuss criteria and codes. nYou will be able to state compliance and legal recourse. nYou will be able to design  more...

Utilizing Settlement and Severance Packages Properly nFor HR professionals and CFOs, this teleconference is a must. As companies face ongoing reductions in force, mass layoffs and performance-based terminations, this teleconference will tell you what you need to do in planning terminations both as reductions in force and other terminations. You will learn how to decide the appropriate severance and what should be contained in the severance agreement  more...

Understanding the Language of Mold Assessment Reports nLaymen and professionals who do not deal with mold assessment reports on a regular basis are likely to struggle with understanding the language presented in a mold assessment report. They may be prone to accepting the written word of the consultant at face value, without question. This would be a mistake for anyone. For others it could be considered negligent and result in liability. Far too many  more...

Key Components of an Effective Mentor Program nSchool districts, communities, youth serving agencies, corporations and the federal government are working to provide solutions to the most pressing problems facing school aged youth today. The challenges include improving attitudes about school, reducing absenteeism, keeping youth away from risky behavior (e.g., drugs, alcohol and gang activity) and improving their academic performance. n nIt  more...

Payment Fraud nAs a business owner, how do you know your customers are who they say they are? How do you know if the payments they are making to you, using credit cards or ACH, are good? Fraud is on the rise, with a tough economy and the abundance of malware in the market today, it is only a matter of time before your company becomes a target. As a business owner you need to understand the signs to look for  more...

Real Estate Market Studies: Critical Decision Tool or Superfluous Information? nMost significant real estate projects are required to pass the market study hurdle during due diligence. What factors impact the applicability, reliability and timeliness of these market studies? This teleconference will help real estate professionals identify the best providers of market studies, formulate a scope of work to suit the needs of the assignment, assist the consultant without  more...

Education-Based Marketing Techniques nIn this fast-paced teleconference, you'll discover how to magnetically attract new customers into your business, while maintaining the dignity, professionalism and respect you deserve. If you're an independent professional, business development manager, sales representative or small business owner, or if you have the responsibility to bring in new business, then this is a must-attend event.  more...

Optimize Your Workforce Scheduling nFor many companies, scheduling the workforce can become a nightmare. Because labor is a significant cost of production, management is often under pressure to keep their workforce lean and flexible. The aim of workforce scheduling is to balance constraints to ensure that the right people with the right skills are in the right place at the right time. Workforce planning provides a systematic  more...

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome in Children ...l syndrome. You'll also get suggestions for interventions based on recent neurocognitive studies of FAS. n nLearning Objectives n- You will be able to identify diagnostic criteria of FAS (morphological phenotype). n- You will be able to discuss the behavioral phenotype of fetal alcohol syndrome. n- You will be able to review the effects of alcohol on the complex processes. n- You will be able  more...

Roundabouts: Planning, Design Principles and Current Practices nAlthough roundabouts have proven safety and operational benefits, proper planning and engineering design is essential for roundabouts to function correctly. This brief, yet practical, teleconference is your opportunity to better understand modern roundabouts and their installation, learn specific design skills and current practices, and apply roundabout design principles to projects in your  more...

Retirement Benefit Solutions For Nonprofit Organizations and Government Entities nNonprofit organizations face many of the same issues regarding use of retirement benefits to attract and retain employees and executives as for-profit companies, but the tools available to them are often more limited. This teleconference will explore both broad-based retirement programs and executive deferred compensation available to nonprofit organizations. It will highlight new rules for  more...

Maximizing Innovation and Design Process Credits for LEED. Certification ...hundreds of technical experts. n nThis teleconference is based on publicly available information concerning the LEED® rating and certification system, and is not specifically endorsed or approved by the U.S. Green Building Council. n nLearning Objectives n- You will be able to explain the link between sustainability and green building. n- You will be able to state the 2009 guide and rating  more...

Share-Based Compensation - Impact of Recent Events on the Use of Equity Compensation ...hot topic across many industries. Recent changes in share-based compensation rules, principally the changes to Financial Accounting Standards 123(R) [FAS 123(R)], and market uncertainty and declines have led to significant changes in how companies and executives view the role and the value of equity as part of an overall compensation package. Join our accounting and legal speakers as they  more...

The Streamlined Sales Tax Project - How and Why It Affects Your Business nThe Streamlined Sales Tax Project is an effort by state representatives to implement a national uniform, simplified system of sales and use tax compliance. After more than five years of their efforts, the Simplified Sales and Use Tax Agreement came into effect on October 1, 2005. The SSTP now includes 19 full member states and three associate member states. Although initially taking effect as a  more...

State Income Tax Apportionment-The Sales Factor and The Throwback Rule Benefits This teleconference will provide an in-depth analysis of the sales factor used in state and local income tax apportionment. You'll learn all about the sourcing of sales of tangible personal property and services, including the dock sales test and market-based sourcing. Find out what you need to know about the throwback rule and the throw-out rule. Get expert advice on handling issues  more...