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Troubleshooting Memory Related Issues in Microsoft SQL
A common black box for infrastructure admins is Microsoft SQL running in your environment and how much memory it needs. In general, if you can easily afford to allocate more gigabytes of memory to the server running SQL than how
Microlearning – What It Is and How to Implement It in the Construction Industry
Intended to provide workers with constant opportunities to learn and train in concise, effective sessions no matter their location or the time of day, microlearning has become a successful tool for educating employees. Microlearning is a concept founded on the idea
9 Signs Your ERP Project Is Failing
Your office's ERP system is practically its life's blood. Choosing to upgrade or even switch to a different ERP system is a momentous decision. It's not the same as upgrading typical software from your home computer. There's hardware considerations, downtime
5 Signs You’ve Outgrown Your Current ERP System
Businesses that use ERP systems don't need to be told how important it is. An ERP system manages everything for the organization, from orders to supply chain tracking to inventory and so much else in between. However, because it is
How to turn your website into a powerful recruiting tool
The Importance of the Careers Section of Your Website With 45% of active job seekers using a mobile device to search for jobs at least once a day, the value of delivering an engaging user experience for potential hires
Sikich Series on Tax Reform: The Tax Reform Act and How It Affects Business Succession Planning
Many business owners are considering the impact of tax reform on their organizations. Deciding what changes to make—if any—can present challenges. Common questions revolve around choice of business entity and the 20% pass-through deduction. As these questions come up or as business owners start planning for tax season,
How to Create Expense Reports Using the NetSuite Mobile App
The NetSuite app has a lot of great functionality to make work easier for your employees. One of the most popular time-savers is the ability to enter expense reports and maintain real time data on the go. Users who are
5 Ways to Transform All Aspects of your Business
With our Business Transformation Conference quickly approaching, we decided to dive deep into the topic of transforming all aspects of a business. From digital transformation to workforce value, we analyze the critical ways to give your operation a makeover. 1. Technology–Keep Embracing It Just when
Sikich Series on Tax Reform: Tax Reform 2.0 – Ways and Means Committee Releases Details of Plan
Many taxpayers and tax advisors are still digesting last year’s comprehensive tax reform bill, but Congress is set to begin its next round of tax legislation. Dubbed “Tax Reform 2.0,” the proposal was unveiled on September 10, 2018 by House Ways and Means Committee Chairman Kevin Brady. This proposed legislation is much smaller
Citrix Universal Print Server Guide for XenApp Deployment
It is important to take into consideration your printing environment when designing a Citrix XenApp deployment. Installing native (manufacturer provided) printer drivers can create an unstable XenApp environment and also be an administrative headache. This is especially true for larger
Sikich Series on Business Succession Planning: The Power of Mentoring – Unite Business Plan with Succession Plan
The owners of many companies launch their enterprises with a business plan, a written document outlining the company’s strategic objectives and practical means of accomplishing them. Likewise, many owners leave their businesses via a succession plan, a written document detailing how the company’s ownership should transition. Often,
CSV Import Options in NetSuite
When data sets need to be transferred from other applications into NetSuite, the CSV import can save time and prevent errors. Here's how to easily import a CSV into NetSuite. Locate the Import Assistant by navigating to Setup > Import/Export >
Create a Win-Win-Win with an Editorial Roundtable
Well-written news releases, bylined articles and creative and aggressive story pitching are tried-and-true methods public relations professionals employ to generate positive media coverage for clients. But sometimes, veering ever so slightly off the traditional media relations course can pay significant
Illinois Expands Workplace Protections for Nursing Mothers
Governor Bruce Rauner signed into law a bill amending the Nursing Mothers in the Workplace Act (the “Act”) on August 21, 2018. This bill expands the protections for employees needing to express breast milk in the workplace. Some significant changes
What You Should Know Now About the Skype for Business to Teams Transition
Microsoft has been rolling new features to Teams at a rapid pace. The transition from Skype for Business Online to Teams is going to quickly follow. Microsoft is considering Teams at feature parity for many of Skype for Business Online
Top 3 Marketing Essentials for Manufacturing Companies
Why Marketing is Important in Manufacturing Manufacturing is creative, evolving, and more nimble than ever. Manufacturers create and build what we see, touch, and use daily; making our lives easier by producing just about anything and everything we dream
What You Need to Know About the Upcoming NetSuite 2018.2 Update
As a NetSuite user, you are probably aware of the upcoming 2018.2 NetSuite update, but may not know exactly how it will influence your system. As usual, this semi-annual release will provide users with improved functionality throughout their system and
IRS Updates Draft of 2018 Form 990
The passing of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the Act) has incited the addition of two questions to the IRS’s draft of the 2018 Form 990 for tax-exempt organizations. New Questions Are Added Recently, the IRS released an updated
5 Things You’re Doing Wrong on LinkedIn
In the era of LinkedIn, businesses, job candidates, thought leaders, and other professionals can connect with one another to build their careers and promote their organizations and industries. It can become challenging to keep up with the numerous updates that show up
One Manufacturing Company’s Success Story Upgrading from Dynamics AX to Dynamics 365
One of our clients is a manufacturer of complex, advanced machinery. Each product is unique—researched, developed, and manufactured to meet each customer’s specific needs. The company also provides installation and maintenance services. In this specialized industry niche, where intellectual property
How to Make the NetSuite Global Search Feature Do the Work for You
NetSuite is such a robust system that often, it can become daunting to find particular pages or records quickly and easily. Rather than spending time searching through the drop-down menus, use the global search to find what you are looking
Sikich Series on Tax Reform: IRS Releases Guidance for Tax-Exempt Organizations on New UBIT Rules for Separate Trades or Businesses
The focus on last year’s “Tax Cut and Jobs Act” (“TCJA”) was on business tax matters. There were, however, also several significant changes impacting Exempt Organizations (“EO”). One such change involved the tax treatment for an exempt organization involving
Webinar Recording: GASB S-75 for School Districts
What is GASB Statement No. 75? Below is an overview of GASB Statement No. 75, Accounting and Financial Reporting for Postemployment Benefits Other Than Pensions: Issued in June 2015 Effective for fiscal years ending June
What Is Mobile Phone Tabnabbing and How Can I Prevent It?
Tabnabbing is a type of social engineering attack where a hacker replaces the contents of a dormant browser tab with a spoofed website intended to collect passwords or other sensitive information. This article will demonstrate how TabNabbing works and show
