“Fraud is now so common that its occurrence is no longer remarkable, only its scale,” according to experts at the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). “Any organization that fails to protect itself appropriately faces increased vulnerability to fraud.” Starkly put, employee dishonesty is more prevalent than we’d like to admit. Learn how to spot red… Read More
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OSHA Top 10 Violations of 2023 [Slideshow]
OSHA has announced their preliminary list of the top ten workplace violations for fiscal year 2023. Topping the list for the 13th year in a row is fall protection. The number of violations in each category increased from last year. Furthermore, the US Department of Labor increased OSHA maximum civil penalties in 2023: Related: How… Read More
Winter freeze-up prevention
Prevent costly winter freeze-ups in your building pipes As temperatures drop and winter sets in, the risk of freeze-ups in building pipes becomes a real threat. Whether it’s automatic sprinkler system pipes for fire protection, steam condensate returns or domestic plumbing, insufficient building heat can burst pipes and cause water damage to the building and… Read More
Cybersecurity and data protection in our new reality
Cybersecurity is as important as ever. It’s also trickier, and with today’s new cybersecurity threats, the stakes are getting ever higher. First the bad news about cybersecurity: According to a 2023 IBM report, the average data breach costs a company $3.86 million. Cyberattacks are so costly in part because, according to the same report, it… Read More
ICA has joined Davies
Brown & Brown, Inc. announces sale of certain third-party administrator businesses and enters into long-term strategic relationship with Davies Group Ltd. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., October 31, 2023 – J. Scott Penny, chief acquisitions officer of Brown & Brown, Inc. (NYSE:BRO), today announced an agreement with Davies Group Ltd. (“Davies”) that includes the sale of four… Read More
Natural disaster aftermath: Employee safety tips
Employee safety tips for business clean-up after a natural disaster Hurricanes. Tornadoes. Floods. Earthquakes. Fires. Storms. Various parts of the country endure the brunt of Mother Nature’s tantrums at different times. Prepare now with these tips for business recovery after a natural disaster, to protect both employees and property. According to FEMA, more than 40… Read More
