Sentences with phrase «driven by cutting costs»

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Ford beat analyst expectations on Wednesday, driven in part by cost cuts and lower taxes.

«The cost cutting is real, and it's the right thing to be done, and it's driven by [Porat],» Schmidt says.

Dubai has opened what it said was the world's first functioning 3 - D - printed office building, part of a drive by the Gulf's main tourism and business hub to develop technology that cuts costs and saves time.

«Those terminated were generally the highest paid in their position,» this person said, suggesting that the firings were driven by cost - cutting.

The improvement will be driven by a combination of stronger passenger and cargo markets, cost - cutting measures, a more fuel - efficient fleet, better fuel hedges and revenue gains from new long - haul routes, CEO Rupert Hogg told Reuters.

Now there are signs that the company is emerging from its funk with a shift driven by a $ 10 billion cost - cutting plan and a promise to create, in McDonald's words, a «culture of productivity.»

Much of this growth, Wood writes, will be driven not just by tax cuts but also low borrowing costs, restructured balance sheets and loose fiscal policy.

The Ben & Jerry's decision, unless (as my NMS colleague Soren Dayton pointed out) it's being driven by some kind of U.K. - specific restrictions that make email marketing less effective, seems to reflect one of two things: either a bean - counter followed the instinct to cut costs in the short term regardless of the long - term consequences, or a marketing executive took a big drink of the social media Kool Aid.

In the UK, a Conservative — Liberal Democrat coalition government elected in 2010 began a strong austerity drive by halting and reviewing all major IT contracts, squeezing IT suppliers for costs reductions, cutting back consultancy and instituting stringent requirements for the launching of any new government IT innovations.

It will cut the costs of healthcare for state and local government employees by 75 percent or more, radically reducing the biggest single factor driving up the costs of government.

Efficiency Examining the idea of efficiency in a school setting, Stephen Morales, chief executive of NASBM wrote in a recent article: «The notion that a drive for greater efficiency is an attack on precious education resources is a result of a narrative perpetuated by a perception that efficiency translates directly into cost cutting, reduced resources and capacity, and ultimately a drop in a school's ability to improve children's life chances.

One respondent, a teacher in a primary school in Essex, said: «Over the last two years, the ethos of the school has changed from being based on a family atmosphere to being driven by cost cutting».

You would hope this cost cutting is offset by a raw and idyllically Italian driving experience, but no.

If you plan to sign up for PSLF, you can cut costs even further by switching to an income - driven repayment plan to lower your monthly payments.

A stock must meet a slew of earnings - related criteria, showing that its earnings growth is at a high rate over the long haul; persistent over several years in a row; accelerating in more recent quarters; and sustainable, i.e. driven by sales growth, not cost - cutting measures.

Whether you're traveling to a U.S. national park or a big city like Boston or Chicago, driving rather than flying can cut vacation costs by thousands of dollars — and give you the chance to see the country along the way.

The bottom line is that, in a highly competitive industry, Lancaster Colony has managed to generate a modest moat, driven by its disciplined focus on acquiring top brands that successfully cater to shifting consumer tastes, as well as consistent cost - cutting efforts.

To cut costs wherever we could, I decided I would drive overnight, lugging the heavier stuff (big TVs, free give - aways, PS3s etc) and saving on train tickets too (by including a couple of Q - Gamers in the drive too).

Whether that's increasing farmers» income by improving the quality of its product, or cutting overhead costs at McDonald's restaurants through energy efficiency measures, these actions are driving progress.

According to law firms, the trend is being driven by client demand, particularly the need to show innovation and cost cutting in requests for proposals to win a place on a client's panel.

Just days before he killed himself, he found out that he was being let go by Kilpatrick in a round of cost - cutting driven by the unraveling economy.

That model is fading, however, as corporations focus more on their bottom line, Now, contract attorneys are being hired directly by the corporations in an effort to cut out the law firms» mark - up and drive down cost.

When policies are driven by «look to deny» cost - cutting rather than legal principles, and «medicalized» decision - making blames age or pre-existing conditions rather than the impact of a work - related cause, our system seems increasingly to be run on the private insurance model — far from Meredith's call for «full justice, no half - measures».

A lot of people think about saving money by lowering household expenses any way they can, and some of them are looking at auto insurance cancellation as a way to cut down on their driving costs.

Bridgewater drivers pay more than the national average for auto insurance, but you can cut the costs of your policy by looking for discounts and safe driving incentives.

You can spend hours cutting costs by reducing things such as office supplies, but it will only make a marginal difference to your driving school's overall profit picture.

Therefore, I was very excited by your article about Alcott Hospital's upcoming cost - cutting drive on MedInnovation.com.

My honed ability to strategically supervise staff and optimize operational efficiency is complemented by a steadfast inner drive to achieve maximum profitability while cutting costs.

This is a typical question asked by administrative assistants, clerical staff, customer service / support, IT staff, and other staff employees that don't directly drive revenue or cut costs.

Was it by driving revenue or cutting costs?

Career Highlights: * Built new global supply chain organization across 3 North American sites and transferred positions from Delaware to Indiana site leveraged global - regional business units to execute import sourcing strategy, cut working capital by 20 %, reduced freight costs by 10 % / year, achieved procurement savings, and implemented key Supply Chain processes, e.g. S&OP and benchmarking to drive EBITDA improvement results...

The Chasm Group, LLC and Chasm Institute, LLC (San Bruno, CA) 1997 — 2008 Business Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management efforts while cultivating new business efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generation

Director of Business — Duties & Responsibilities Recruit and train staff of 30 in hospital policies, procedures, best practices, and corporate branding Design and implement staff development, recognition, and disciplinary policies and procedures Oversee admissions, utilization review, PB X, imaging center, billing, collections, and wound center registrations Set and strictly adhere to departmental budgets and schedules Author and present financial reports concerning revenue, expenses, and outstanding collections Identify performance indicators and benchmarks for integration into reporting systems Conduct surveys regarding patient / staff satisfaction, benchmarks, accreditation, and employee benefits Maintain a 99 % patient satisfaction score through attentive and professional standards of care Negotiate contracts and claims with insurance carriers, Medicare, Medicaid, and other payer sources Increase revenue by 30 % through effective contract renegotiation with suppliers, carriers, and other parties Implement policies, procedures, and equipment to cut hospital costs while enhancing patient care Utilize strong management experience to drive operations in an efficient and professional manner Develop and implement billing controls, cash processing measures, lockboxes, and other financial processes Coordinate and oversee internal and external audits ensuring compliance with industry and legal standards Recruit physicians through successful marketing, networking, and other tactics Implement automated Chargemaster financial application (Craneware) and maintain patient accounts Responsible for HCAHPS and the yearly Quality Assurance Plan Appeal claims when appropriate resulting in $ 400,000 reimbursement from PPO insurance over the last year Build and strengthen professional relationship with community leaders, coworkers, and industry figures Consistently promoted for excellence in financial management, team leadership, and dedication to mission Develop working knowledge of hospital operations from patient admission to senior level strategic planning Represent company with poise, integrity, and positivity