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“Keeping score” is an innate trait that we all possess. We keep track of sports scores, school grades and wins and losses in business, but do we have consistent measures in place to track our societal and environmental impacts?

Survey Says Among warehouse managers surveyed (all industries), pay by experience shows a steady increase as their career progresses. Pay increases at least $5,000 per age group, with the largest increase, $7,000, occurring among managers who have worked in the position for 5-9 years.

As we get ready to turn the page on summer and companies begin to either complete, accelerate to complete or begin development of their 2021 planning cycle, we thought it pertinent to check in with DISC for an electrical industry market update and 2021 forecast.

Canada has for many years been well served by independent agents. These representative firms are a crucial link for many manufacturers both large and small. In the annual Pathfinder review we look at brands and companies selling in Canada and link these back quickly to a representative network across the country.

Best Practices: Marketing

David Gordon New 400 Everyone is an expert in pricing. It’s either too high or too low based upon your role. Salespeople like it low. Management wants it high. The customer wants it “right” which, usually means “competitive” or “It’s reasonable for the value I am receiving.”

And the term “value” is intriguing as it infers that you understand
• the value that you bring
• the value that your product / service brings
• the competitive landscape (which also includes alternatives and inertia)

But I digress.

Ultraviolet-C (UVC) Germicidal Devices: What Consumers Need to Know

COVID UL Consumer UVC germicidal devices are entering the market rapidly because of an increased demand for sanitizing and germicidal capabilities in the face of COVID-19. But are they all safe?

UVC radiation (the most energetic in the UV spectrum; 180nm to 280 nm) is proven to have sanitizing and germicidal effects, and first proof of effectiveness against SARS-CoV-2 is emerging. Like many high energy devices, however, there are risks due to UVC exposure. For example, UVC over-exposure can cause damage to the eyes and skin, based on wavelength, intensity, proximity to the source, and time of exposure.

Investment in Building Construction Rose 1.8% in July

Total investment in building construction increased 1.8% to $15.1 billion in July. Residential sector investment increased 4.9% to $9.9 billion, while non-residential investment decreased 3.7% to $5.3 billion.

Construction activity has rebounded in the last few months, with investment in building construction remaining slightly lower than February 2020 levels, before COVID-19 construction restrictions were first put in place. On a constant dollar basis (2012=100), investment in building construction increased 2.0% to $12.4 billion.

From PPE to Electrical Safety Equipment: Combatting Counterfeit Crime Takes a Community of Supporters

By Swati Vora-Patel

Personal protective equipment. We understand how important PPE is keeping us safe during this pandemic. While we continue to do our part to protect ourselves and those around us, counterfeit PPE is on the rise and has found its way into the supply chain: fraudulent COVID-19 testing kits, N95 masks, respirators, and even fake vaccines, which all pose a significant threat to the health and safety of unsuspecting global citizens.

Counterfeit activity and intellectual property crimes remain a growing issue in Canada and around the world.

E.B. Horsman & Son Announces EMPOWER Employee ...

E.B. Horsman & Son is excited to announce EMPOWER, their Employee Share Ownership Plan ...

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