Sentences with phrase «key issues for companies»

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If you're headed out to raise capital for your company, you'll still need to address key issues about the size of your market, the experience of your team, and your long - term financial goals.

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.

Since reliable phone systems are important for many companies, good customer support is key when technical issues arise.

Here are five key issues should be a concern to all investors, since they seem to be a concern for many corporations nowadays, and some examples of the companies that have become entangled with those topics:

Examples of these risks, uncertainties and other factors include, but are not limited to the impact of: adverse general economic and related factors, such as fluctuating or increasing levels of unemployment, underemployment and the volatility of fuel prices, declines in the securities and real estate markets, and perceptions of these conditions that decrease the level of disposable income of consumers or consumer confidence; adverse events impacting the security of travel, such as terrorist acts, armed conflict and threats thereof, acts of piracy, and other international events; the risks and increased costs associated with operating internationally; our expansion into and investments in new markets; breaches in data security or other disturbances to our information technology and other networks; the spread of epidemics and viral outbreaks; adverse incidents involving cruise ships; changes in fuel prices and / or other cruise operating costs; any impairment of our tradenames or goodwill; our hedging strategies; our inability to obtain adequate insurance coverage; our substantial indebtedness, including the ability to raise additional capital to fund our operations, and to generate the necessary amount of cash to service our existing debt; restrictions in the agreements governing our indebtedness that limit our flexibility in operating our business; the significant portion of our assets pledged as collateral under our existing debt agreements and the ability of our creditors to accelerate the repayment of our indebtedness; volatility and disruptions in the global credit and financial markets, which may adversely affect our ability to borrow and could increase our counterparty credit risks, including those under our credit facilities, derivatives, contingent obligations, insurance contracts and new ship progress payment guarantees; fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates; overcapacity in key markets or globally; our inability to recruit or retain qualified personnel or the loss of key personnel; future changes relating to how external distribution channels sell and market our cruises; our reliance on third parties to provide hotel management services to certain ships and certain other services; delays in our shipbuilding program and ship repairs, maintenance and refurbishments; future increases in the price of, or major changes or reduction in, commercial airline services; seasonal variations in passenger fare rates and occupancy levels at different times of the year; our ability to keep pace with developments in technology; amendments to our collective bargaining agreements for crew members and other employee relation issues; the continued availability of attractive port destinations; pending or threatened litigation, investigations and enforcement actions; changes involving the tax and environmental regulatory regimes in which we operate; and other factors set forth under «Risk Factors» in our most recently filed Annual Report on Form 10 - K and subsequent filings by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

«Our goal for the toolkit is to elevate the issue of food waste within the sector and enable more companies to take action by sharing key learnings and model practices gleaned from organizations who are at the leading edge of this issue.»

With an emphasis on news of product launches, market trends, and company developments, dairy innovation provides bi-monthly in - depth analysis of key issues for all those working inside, and alongside, the dairy industry.

The story combines two key issues for Cuomo: gun control and snagging company headquarters from other states.

At the end of 2017, the science ministry issued a 3 - year plan to guide AI development, and named several large companies as «national champions» in key fields: for example, Baidu in autonomous driving, and Tencent in computer vision for medical diagnosis.

Judah Cohen, a climate forecaster at Atmospheric and Environmental Research in Massachusetts, who issues seasonal snowfall forecasts several months in advance for his company's clients, said the relationship between sea ice loss and the Arctic Oscillation is a key area for future research to focus on.

Alden, You've tapped a lot of key issues here — the lack of economic incentive on the company's side to invest in plus sized design, the lack of economic ability for many plus sized women to spend more on ethical clothing due to the correlation between poverty and obesity, and the societal stigma that plus sized status is «supposed» to be temporary, and not worth the investment.

The Seminar on Advancement Leadership provides a distinctive opportunity for leaders of public and private institutions in the United States and abroad to ask important questions, gain practical insights, and learn new information about key issues affecting institutional advancement planning and execution in the company of interesting and interested colleagues, knowledgeable faculty, and expert practitioners.

The key issues for any school I would not wish to appear too cynical, but companies know that brand loyalty starts young.

Risks and uncertainties include without limitation the effect of competitive and economic factors, and the Company's reaction to those factors, on consumer and business buying decisions with respect to the Company's products; continued competitive pressures in the marketplace; the ability of the Company to deliver to the marketplace and stimulate customer demand for new programs, products, and technological innovations on a timely basis; the effect that product introductions and transitions, changes in product pricing or mix, and / or increases in component costs could have on the Company's gross margin; the inventory risk associated with the Company's need to order or commit to order product components in advance of customer orders; the continued availability on acceptable terms, or at all, of certain components and services essential to the Company's business currently obtained by the Company from sole or limited sources; the effect that the Company's dependency on manufacturing and logistics services provided by third parties may have on the quality, quantity or cost of products manufactured or services rendered; risks associated with the Company's international operations; the Company's reliance on third - party intellectual property and digital content; the potential impact of a finding that the Company has infringed on the intellectual property rights of others; the Company's dependency on the performance of distributors, carriers and other resellers of the Company's products; the effect that product and service quality problems could have on the Company's sales and operating profits; the continued service and availability of key executives and employees; war, terrorism, public health issues, natural disasters, and other circumstances that could disrupt supply, delivery, or demand of products; and unfavorable results of other legal proceedings.

This packed one - day event will cover the key strategic and operational issues faced by trade publishers around the globe in transitioning to a digital world, as well as presenting specially - commissioned data and analysis, new companies and services for the trade publishing world to consider, and new initiatives from some of the biggest publishers and retailers.

For RIM, the stamp of approval from the U.S. government represents a key victory for the BlackBerry maker and could pave the way for the PlayBook to become commonplace in the upper echelons of power in Washington, similar to how the Waterloo, Ont. - based company's BlackBerry smartphones became standard issue on Capitol HiFor RIM, the stamp of approval from the U.S. government represents a key victory for the BlackBerry maker and could pave the way for the PlayBook to become commonplace in the upper echelons of power in Washington, similar to how the Waterloo, Ont. - based company's BlackBerry smartphones became standard issue on Capitol Hifor the BlackBerry maker and could pave the way for the PlayBook to become commonplace in the upper echelons of power in Washington, similar to how the Waterloo, Ont. - based company's BlackBerry smartphones became standard issue on Capitol Hifor the PlayBook to become commonplace in the upper echelons of power in Washington, similar to how the Waterloo, Ont. - based company's BlackBerry smartphones became standard issue on Capitol Hill.

The company offers publishers self - service upload of digital content, instant availability of content to subscribers, compatibility across multiple platforms at no additional cost, the ability to embed multimedia content, real time sales tracking, custom search key words for each magazine, control over pricing and subscriptions, and the ability to sell past issues.

Al and Mark Rosen, who run Accountability Research, a company that provides independent equity research, follows this issue very closely and recently wrote an article for Advisor.ca that flags a couple of key issues; «Two big factors investors need to pay attention to are changing accounting rules and fluctuating interest rates.

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.

For Entrepreneurs Blog of David Skok, Matrix Partners About - For Entrepreneurs offers advice on the key issues founders and their teams face in getting started, getting funded, and building a successful company.

A secured card is similar to a prepaid credit card — you give the credit card company a deposit up front and they issue you a line of credit for that amount, the key difference being that a secured card is still a line of credit rather than requiring you to reload it.

«The cover feature for the February 2007 issue is an exclusive postmortem of Insomniac's key PlayStation 3 launch title Resistance: Fall Of Man by the company's Marcus Smith, described as follows:

He was previously a key part of issue advocacy and communications efforts for large companies, including Microsoft and GE, and before that served as AIPAC's Deputy Midwest Political Director.

Judah Cohen, a climate forecaster at Atmospheric and Environmental Research in Massachusetts, who issues seasonal snowfall forecasts several months in advance for his company's clients, said the relationship between sea ice loss and the Arctic Oscillation is a key area for future research to focus on.

[4] One is reminded of Blackrock CEO Larry Fink's warning to CEOs last year that companies which fail to demonstrate a long - term strategy that accounts for important social issues risks «los [ing] the license to operate from key stakeholders.»

One such conventional legal principle is the duty of care, and in the recent case of Ogale Community v Royal Dutch Shell plc, the key issue was whether the parent company could be liable for damage caused by the actions of its subsidiary.

His passion for his work is evident in this insightful interview, where Nick touches on common issues he sees in his industry, why insurance companies and corporations never face up to serve justice and what is key behind connecting with the jury.

A key part of the Bootstrap project is being able to configure this toolbox to work on mobile devices — a critical issue for any company with an online presence.

Other key names include Jon Harris, who recently acted for Beaufort as the broker in numerous secondary fundraising matters by AIM - listed companies, and legal director Ross McDowall, who advised Kier on a wide array of property, environmental and planning law issues with regards to its operations in East Ayrshire.

At Radiant Law's recent workshop on «re-engineering commercial contracts», CEO Alex Hamilton framed the key issues large companies face when it comes to the way commercial contracts are supported, and presented a selection of ideas and frameworks for considering how more value might be delivered to your business.

The key business and legal issues and documents involved in fundraising for emerging companies, plus important «venture math» calculations.

Lack of training and preparing for personal data breaches is a significant internal training issue that many companies are still failing to implement and this is now key to effective risk and governance management where the personal data of millions of customers across the EU is being processed,» Foss says.

It's a tool that allowed the tutoring company to run a search for two key providers that another employee had recently begun seeing for gastrointestinal issues.

According to the Skype team, the issues they have been experiencing over the years are key to the decisions it is making for the safety of the company's future.

The treatment, or mistreatment, of user data has been an issue on Facebook for a long time, but it has been recently thrown back into public attention by the actions of Cambridge Analytica, a company that is accused of abusing Facebook's data to alter the public's perceptions on key issues.

Acted as a liaison between A Company and the key account for all issues and represent the team in discussions with senior management on the account status.

LinkedIn brands itself as the social network for professionals and a lot of people do use it successfully for sharing information and news about their companies or discussing key issues in their industry.

DESTINATION HOTELS AND RESORTS, Saint Albans, VT (12/2012 to Present) Guest Service Agent • Welcome guests as they arrive and engage them in conversation to determine their requirements • Inquire if reservations have been made and verify reservations in the hotel system • Assist guests in walking through the reservation systems for new reservations • Arrange for rooms to be prepared and assigned to each guest according to his or her particular preferences • Coordinate the activities of bellboys to ensure that guests» luggage is delivered to their assigned rooms • Issue room keys and provide guests with information on using and caring for them • Assist guests in checking in and checking out by ensuring that both procedures are properly handled • Provide support in handling cash and credit card transactions for payment of rooms and associated services • Handle complaints by ensuring that prompt actions are taken in accordance to company policies

• Perform general and specific accounting calculations using 10 - key calculators and copy machines • Maintain and balance company books • Handle employee payroll services by calculating salaries and superannuation • Prepare periodic accounting reports and assure their correctness • Assure mathematical accuracy of all posted entries • Classify and summarize numerical and financial data for record maintenance purposes • Perform debit, credit and totaling activities on accounting systems and spreadsheets • Recognize and report discrepancies in accounting data and perform reconciliation duties • Monitor loan and advance statuses and prepare and deposit checks for payment of utility bills • Complete and submit tax forms on timely basis • Calculate and issue bills, invoices and account statements

KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS • Identified a fault in crane bearing and replaced it timely, saving the company from a bigger damage and repair cost of up till $ 5K • Reduced fuel consumption of the engine by 20 % through implementation of economic engine start - up and stand - by strategies • Issued a manual for new employees consisting of site inspection and machinery maintenance protocols

Aqua America, Henderson, NV 2014 — Present Administrative Aide • Plan and organize the company's key administrative duties by providing support to various departments • Prepare forms and reports in sync with departmental policies • Oversee expense budgets and ensure that all expenditure remains within the set budget parameters • Track all record keeping and job progress • Coordinate processing of all departmental invoices and ensure that they are submitted to the accounts department on time • Generate purchase orders and invoices using pre-specified systems • Prepare monthly compliance reports such as DMRs and ensure that they are submitted for approval on time • Organize and maintain department files, plans, and records • Interface with customers and vendors and resolve issues and respond to requests • Prepare correspondence and handle incoming and outgoing mail

Responsibilities Aided in the preparation of key business reports and proposals designed to help the company meet their goals Set up business meetings and prepared reports for the meetings Worked directly with clients and handled client queries and resolved any issues that arose Trained new staff members and updated them on the projects at hand helping to ease their transition into the company Implemented software programs that helped speed up production and improved internal communications

Senior Sales Engineer — Duties & Responsibilities Experienced manager with a background in telecommunications hardware and software Oversee product lifecycle including sales, configuration, installation, and customer support Design and implement staff development and recognition programs enhancing skills sets and morale Monitor team performance and streamline workflow to enhance overall efficiency Manage customer service operations for hardware and software related issues Recruit, train, and direct staff ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Set and strictly adhere to departmental budgets and timelines Consistently meet or exceed sales goals through effective team and project management tactics Conduct research on prospective leads and existing clients to assist in developing sales strategies Craft effective sales presentations and proposals, tailoring them to clients based on their specific needs and styles Collaborate with junior level sales people to develop action plans to govern their performance Maintain comprehensive records detailing pricings, sales, activities reports, and other pertinent data Build and strengthen relationships with key clients, partners, and industry leaders Provide exceptional customer service resulting in client satisfaction and repeat business Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Project Manager / Compliance Officer — Duties & Responsibilities Oversee daily operational aspects of a fast paced, high intensity financial institution Recruit, train, and direct staffs ensuring they understand the brand and adhere to company policies and procedures Manage compliance with regulatory authorities including the SEC, NYSE, and NASD Analyze financial information and present reports to external regulators and internal management Determine compliance issue severity and escalate to senior compliance officer as needed Conduct internal compliance investigations coordinating efforts between various support services Track and maintain detailed records of all compliance inquiries Direct and contribute to special company projects as needed Responsible for the «I Have a Dream Summer Intern Program» ensuring effective talent recruitment Utilize technical expertise while serving as liaison to technology department Assist with database and hardware management, software training, and computer troubleshooting Aid accounting with budgets, accounts payable / receivable, invoice payment, and vendor negotiations Interact with Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer, and other key figures on a daily basis Partner with various company lines to assess client interests, market trends, and potential sales opportunities Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Encourage high customer retention by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Provide administrative support including travel arrangements, scheduling, data entry, and other tasks as needed Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

Professional Duties & Responsibilities Managed all aspects of branch location including personnel and daily operations Oversaw employee hiring, training, performance reviews, compensation, and termination Interfaced with business, insurance, and investment partners to provide holistic client service Analyzed local, niche, and national markets to identify potential sales opportunities for clients Generated significant revenue through successful leveraging of bank products and services Built long - term relationships with key industry contacts to expand company reach and sales Conducted Management Self Assessments, audits, and compliance activities Monitored adherence to legal and corporate procedures protecting company and client assets Resolved escalated customer service issues promptly, professionally, and effectively Implemented measures to significantly increase operational efficacy and efficiency Identified and developed high potential employees increasing their value to the company Designed and implemented employee recognition program elevating corporate morale Performed teller services including cash handling and bank vault oversight Tracked sales referrals guaranteeing observance of proper procedures and policies Reviewed ledgers, branch audit logs, and closeout, balance, and M&D reports Provided excellent customer service resulting in client satisfaction and repeat business

Project Manager — Duties & Responsibilities Oversee 1,000 employee call center operations ensuring efficient, effective, and profitable operations Recruit, train, and direct 25 Senior Call Center Managers ensuring they understand the brand and corporate protocols Design and implement staff training and development initiatives to enhance team skill sets Responsible for the implementation and operation of technical facets such as the Qfiniti platform and Avaya integration Utilize strong background in information technology, web development, engineering, and technical support Design and implement workflow and organizational structure for multiple corporate entities Work closely with various departments including human resources, development, IT, and others to develop strategic plans Analyze corporate structure and create business requirements, process flows, and procedures for organizational efficiency Responsible for the identification and removal of chronic system affecting issues to enhance daily operations Set and coordinate product release timelines and procedures for 23 regional call centers across the United States Coordinate the strategic and operational arms of the release management teams Train and lead release teams ensuring compliance with project budgets and release schedules Oversee all user testing to ensure proper product functionality prior to release Manage website and hardware integration, maintenance, updates, and other technical support issues Set and strictly adhere to departmental budgets and schedules Consistently meet or exceed customer service and project management goals through strong managerial skills Maintain comprehensive records detailing call center activities, product releases, and other pertinent data Build and strengthen relationships with key clients, partners, vendors, and community leaders Interact with support staff and company resources effectively to create the best consumer experience Develop a rapport with customers and orient them to various products and services Ensure customer satisfaction by maintaining friendly, supportive contact with existing clients Study internal literature to become an expert on products and services Represent company brand with poise, integrity, and positivity

An analysis of leasing issues Ralston says that creditworthy companies choose to lease for three key reasons: First, a net lease can provide a company with the ability to match a long - term real estate asset with a long - term liability.

«Our global trends survey uncovered two key issues behind the anticipated increase in corporate relocation activity: a need for companies to support their planned expansion into emerging markets, and a need to fill the void in available local talent in those markets,» says Matt Spinolo, executive vice president of Cartus.