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Clark Schaefer Hackett | Supercharge Your Business Engine

Michigan Business Network
November 11, 2021 11:00 AM

Analytics: The Fuel Your Business Engine Needs

“Information is the oil of the 21st century, and analytics is the combustion engine.” – Peter Sondergaard, senior vice president, Gartner Research

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Clark Schaefer Hackett | 5 Supply Chain Technologies to Increase Competitive Advantage

Michigan Business Network
October 29, 2021 3:00 PM

5 Technologies to Get You Through the Supply Chain Crisis

Today’s companies face unprecedented challenges. On top of managing the unwieldy demands placed on the supply chain this year during a public health crisis, companies also face globalization as well as the specialized demands of increasingly complex products.

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Clark Schaefer Hackett | The Most Strategic Companies Employ Annual HR Audits

Michigan Business Network
October 29, 2021 11:00 AM

Benchmark your HR function to chart a path to improvement

Every organization is facing challenges and pressures from the pandemic and other 2021 turbulence. The wisest companies are including HR in the strategic conversation of how to prepare for success and transition. Our HR audit guide demonstrates the steps for creating a HR improvement plan.

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Clark Schaefer Hackett | 5 Signs Your HR Department Needs a Review

Michigan Business Network
October 22, 2021 2:00 PM

HR operations are critical—be confident in yours

Although every HR department looks different—some are lean, some are robust—they are all handling the same challenge: being a strategic partner to company leadership during a time of great change. Are you confident your HR department is up for the task? Here are 5 glaring signs that you should consider an HR audit.

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Clark Schaefer Hackett | Crucial Strategies for a Smooth Exit

Michigan Business Network
October 19, 2021 3:00 PM

The Perfect Exit Strategies for Business Owners

Every business owner eventually faces the question of when to retire, and whether to sell the company or leave it in the hands of family members. The key to making these large business transitions seamless is to craft an exit strategy in advance that addresses the needs of not only the departing owner but also the business. Learn how in this article. 

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Clark Schaefer Hackett | Five Tips on Optimizing Your Business Sale

Michigan Business Network
October 13, 2021 4:00 PM

It may sound obvious, but the more you prepare for your business sale, the better success you will have. However, far too many sellers shortcut the preparation process, relying on the perceived “country club” value of their business and rushing to market. Instead, a seller should step back and perform due diligence to better understand the true value of the business.

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Clark Schaefer Hackett | Would Outsourcing Your Sales Tax Compliance Save You $$$?

Michigan Business Network
October 13, 2021 9:00 AM

Comparing the Costs of Sales Tax Compliance

As organizations grow and begin to expand beyond state lines, their sales tax obligation becomes increasingly complex and time-consuming. At this point, most companies must decide whether to make investments in upgrading their in-house team or outsource the sales tax function to a specialist.

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Clark Schaefer Hackett | Proven Strategies for Reducing Your Lead Time

Michigan Business Network
October 11, 2021 6:00 PM

Are Long Lead Times Costing You Business?

78% of customers buy from the first responder, putting companies that struggle with extended lead times at a massive disadvantage. CSH’s Dan D'Agostino, an operations transformation leader, provides three strategies companies can utilize to achieve lead time reduction. 

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Clark Schaefer Hackett | What You Should Know about the Ways and Means Tax Reconciliation Bill

Michigan Business Network
October 6, 2021 11:00 AM

House budget reconciliation tax proposals could affect you greatly

The House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee has been tasked with covering the cost of a $3.5 trillion budget resolution. They’ve released detailed proposals of where the money will come from.

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Clark Schaefer Hackett | Ask Your Employees These Questions in Your Next 1 on 1

Michigan Business Network
September 2, 2021 12:00 PM

The Great Resignation is here—what are you doing to engage your employees?

Employees in record numbers are resigning from their jobs, even without backup plans. The pandemic has led to more employees considering life over work, and how work is fitting into their life. Make sure you’re connecting with your top talent—use these questions to have a deeper conversation in your next one-on-one meeting.

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