Tuesday, May 21, 2024
An employee handbook is a must for any small business, as it memorializes the employer's policies and procedures and informs employees of workplace rules and expectations. Employers should make sure that the handbook is provided to all employees and includes an acknowledgment for employees to sign indicating that they have received, […]
So you’re interested in starting your own business but just have no idea where to start? Don’t worry; it’s not that uncommon. Sadly, what is common is the fact that many people give up on their dream simply because they can’t come up with a business idea. This is when […]
If you are considering cosmetic surgery, you may be frustrated over conflicting points of view. Modifying your body surgically can be a hot-button issue among your friends and family, all of whom may try to sway you in one direction or another. Here are four issues, divided equally between pros […]
Although the UK has been steadily shifting away from rigid class divisions since the start of the 20th century the fiscal gap between the rich and poor remains-and could indeed be said to be currently experiencing ever greater disparity. This has multiple ramifications socially, politically and economically - but what […]
When traveling, the last thing anyone wants to think about is an emergency occurring during their trip. However, things do happen. Hotels are required to have emergency plans in place and express those plans to guests who stay with them. Most people don't think about asking about these procedures ahead of time and […]
Workplace health and safety is a vital consideration for any organisation. With health and safety legislation governing many aspects of the workplace, employers have a duty to ensure their working environment is safe for anyone entering it. Here are some valuable tips to ensure your health and safety measures in […]
Businesses face risk as a normal part of their everyday operations. Business environments are always changing and evolving and there are new challenges and threats each and every day. That is why the whole concept of risk management came about, and why it has blossomed into such an integral part of a […]
Pretty much everyone nowadays has or wants a smart phone. The advantages of smart phones are many, you can call and text, but you can also email, surf the web, schedule tasks, watch videos and a whole host of other things. Given how dependent we’ve all become on constant connectivity, […]
Regardless of the specific industry that you work in, chances are good that it is hyper-competitive and over-saturated. Moving to the top of your field and distinguishing yourself from the competition is crucial but can be extremely difficult. One of the most important ways to stand out from the rest […]
Covers for hot tubs can be quite heavy and this is why owners need spa cover lifts to pry them open. Once the dampness from the hot tub starts relaxing into the foam inside the cover, the weight of the tub cover tends to increase. This weight often prevents spa […]
NIST and NIACAP are two frameworks providing accountability for people involved in the security of the information system. They refer to verification and validation of security controls, system characterization and risk assessment as well as accrediting decisions and certification recommendations. NIST is a process designed to deal with unclassified information […]
DITSCAP, developed by DISA (The Defense Information Systems Agency), serves for accrediting and evaluation of systems belonging to the Department of Defense. DITSCAP uses an infrastructure-centric approach for DoD systems. It is a mandatory element for all defense agencies for collecting, storing and processing information (either classified or unclassified). There […]