Sentences with phrase «key challenges for business»

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Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, without limitation: (1) the effect of economic conditions in the industries and markets in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including financial market conditions, fluctuations in commodity prices, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, levels of end market demand in construction and in both the commercial and defense segments of the aerospace industry, levels of air travel, financial condition of commercial airlines, the impact of weather conditions and natural disasters and the financial condition of our customers and suppliers; (2) challenges in the development, production, delivery, support, performance and realization of the anticipated benefits of advanced technologies and new products and services; (3) the scope, nature, impact or timing of acquisition and divestiture or restructuring activity, including the pending acquisition of Rockwell Collins, including among other things integration of acquired businesses into United Technologies» existing businesses and realization of synergies and opportunities for growth and innovation; (4) future timing and levels of indebtedness, including indebtedness expected to be incurred by United Technologies in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition, and capital spending and research and development spending, including in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition; (5) future availability of credit and factors that may affect such availability, including credit market conditions and our capital structure; (6) the timing and scope of future repurchases of United Technologies» common stock, which may be suspended at any time due to various factors, including market conditions and the level of other investing activities and uses of cash, including in connection with the proposed acquisition of Rockwell; (7) delays and disruption in delivery of materials and services from suppliers; (8) company and customer - directed cost reduction efforts and restructuring costs and savings and other consequences thereof; (9) new business and investment opportunities; (10) our ability to realize the intended benefits of organizational changes; (11) the anticipated benefits of diversification and balance of operations across product lines, regions and industries; (12) the outcome of legal proceedings, investigations and other contingencies; (13) pension plan assumptions and future contributions; (14) the impact of the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements and labor disputes; (15) the effect of changes in political conditions in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate, including the effect of changes in U.S. trade policies or the U.K.'s pending withdrawal from the EU, on general market conditions, global trade policies and currency exchange rates in the near term and beyond; (16) the effect of changes in tax (including U.S. tax reform enacted on December 22, 2017, which is commonly referred to as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017), environmental, regulatory (including among other things import / export) and other laws and regulations in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate; (17) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins to receive the required regulatory approvals (and the risk that such approvals may result in the imposition of conditions that could adversely affect the combined company or the expected benefits of the merger) and to satisfy the other conditions to the closing of the pending acquisition on a timely basis or at all; (18) the occurrence of events that may give rise to a right of one or both of United Technologies or Rockwell Collins to terminate the merger agreement, including in circumstances that might require Rockwell Collins to pay a termination fee of $ 695 million to United Technologies or $ 50 million of expense reimbursement; (19) negative effects of the announcement or the completion of the merger on the market price of United Technologies» and / or Rockwell Collins» common stock and / or on their respective financial performance; (20) risks related to Rockwell Collins and United Technologies being restricted in their operation of their businesses while the merger agreement is in effect; (21) risks relating to the value of the United Technologies» shares to be issued in connection with the pending Rockwell acquisition, significant merger costs and / or unknown liabilities; (22) risks associated with third party contracts containing consent and / or other provisions that may be triggered by the Rockwell merger agreement; (23) risks associated with merger - related litigation or appraisal proceedings; and (24) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins, or the combined company, to retain and hire key personnel.

The panel of judges will be looking for three key criteria when they evaluate the proposals of this year's Walmart Green Student Challenge submissions: the winning idea will present a new way of doing business, have a significant sustainability benefit, and have a strong business case to back it up.

The business interest deduction has been a staple of the tax code for over a century and a key tool for the home building industry: Debt is a critical financing tool, and access to equity markets is challenging for the majority of home builders.

Trani selected these informal leaders for their willingness to take business risks, challenge the status quo, and contribute in other key ways to GEMS.

As consumers continue to look for sugar alternatives, Fritzsching highlighted the challenges this has on the business and focused on its activities surrounding sugar reduction and sugar replacement, with blood glucose management being key.

Red meat producers and industry stakeholders had the opportunity to hear first - hand from MLA's International Business Managers about the outlook for Australian red meat in key international markets, including the opportunities, emerging trends and challenges for the next 12 months and beyond.

The Deputy Head of Macroeconomic Research Unit, Ministry of Finance, Dr. Millicent deGraft - Johnson who spoke on the governments short to medium - term development programme said it was aimed at providing opportunities for growth and job creation through the private sector, and had developed concrete reform actions to tackle key challenges to private investment such as ensuring macroeconomic stability and debt sustainability, improving the ease of doing business and enhancing access to affordable and long - term financing and de-risking instruments.

A key challenge for the industry, and an opportunity for information businesses, is to crack how the impact of a public affairs team's work can be better measured.

Mayor Bill de Blasio slapped back at city Comptroller Scott Stringer — the man discontented business interests hope to recruit to challenge him in next year's Democratic primary — for his critiques yesterday of the mayor's key initiatives to combat income inequality, including of his signature affordable housing plan.

It can be challenging to identify key persons and quantify a key person's value to the business in order to establish the amount of coverage needed to compensate the business for the loss.

With this in mind, Pet Business reached out to a select group of top executives from some of the industry's top pet product companies to get their perspectives on the key issues facing pet stores today, as well as how retailers can rise to the challenges that are sure to shape pet retailing for years to come.

The Model for Improvement, developed by Associates in Process Improvement, guides application of key concepts of quality improvement to business challenges of many types.

Lively debate is anticipated throughout as experts discuss conference themes such as the business case for sustainable tourism, the challenges of upgrading tourism facilities, and preparing green tourism champions by attracting local young talent, a key ingredient in establishing any city or region as a sustainable destination.

The games industry is incredibly innovative and dynamic with new consoles, technologies, business models and store - fronts emerging at a fast - pace, one of the key challenges for us is keeping up with those changes, remaining agile and recognising what opportunities are right for us to take advantage of.

Join Bloomberg Law and World Services Group for the 2nd Annual Cross-Border Deals Forum, which will convene leading dealmakers and executives to explore strategies for managing key business and regulatory challenges through the use of emerging technology for cross-border success.

«This is a business savvy firm that stands as a leader in key areas like project management... I look forward to working with the lawyers and staff of Dechert in what remains a very challenging and changing time for law firms.»

It can be challenging to identify key persons and quantify a key person's value to the business in order to establish the amount of coverage needed to compensate the business for the loss.

The role of a new business director is very challenging with many key duties to be fulfilled such as comprehension and collaboration of ethics of the organization, introduce new business strategies, initiate business development, ensure employee satisfaction and complaint redressal, ensures compliance and industry standards for the organization etc..

Key Highlights: • Overcame all business and financial challenges to develop high quality service for local area citizens and to bring together communities focused on positive changes.

Program Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Maintain a strong technical knowledge of and passion for program mission, industry trends, and developments in field of independent living skills training Coordinate all logistical and organizational aspects of community, industry, and program - specific events, including schedules, donor functions, and other activities to support program goals Interact with program participants, staff members, and donors in a professional manner to improve the user experience and promote the development of quality giving and support relationships Act as a liaison between staff members, other members management, donors, and other interested parties to drive program growth and ensure long - term sustainability Perform needs - based issue and situational assessments to improve operational efficiency, cost reductions, and ensure participant satisfaction throughout the challenging learning process Present relevant information and instruction to program participants, providing thorough and effective explanation and demonstration to individuals of differing learning capacities Hire, supervise, and manage staff in a professional manner that drives efficiency, promotes safety, and utilizes each individual's strengths to the highest capacity to fulfill program mission Present relevant information and updates to program heads and stakeholders, including performance and giving reports Support leadership team to facilitate in efficient business and organizational operations, performing important administrative tasks and analytical assignments while addressing key issues

The vote Thursday represents a key milestone in President Donald Trump's quest to cut taxes for businesses and individuals — though challenges remain.