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An HR professional’s guide to data privacy compliance and security

Insperity

retailers, had up to 70 million customers’ data hacked in 2013. This can lead to enormous liability – both legally and for the business’ reputation. What state and federal laws govern HR data privacy compliance? Not only do the governing bodies and regulations vary by state, but it also varies by industry.

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Why Japan wants its citizens to try a 4-day workweek

Work Life

The Japanese government first expressed support for a shorter working week in 2021, after lawmakers endorsed the idea. Although 85% of employers report giving their workers two days off a week and there are legal restrictions on overtime hours, which are negotiated with labor unions and detailed in contracts. Fast Retailing Co.,

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How to Create Strategic Partnerships

Success

It’s important to pay attention to the business matters at hand along with their legal aspects and personalities, he adds. When I started as a government contract consultant in 2005, I would accept all kinds of consulting: sales and marketing, certification, business development and contracts.

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Tractor Supply cuts diversity efforts and Black farmers association fights back

Work Life

The National Black Farmers Association called on Tractor Supply’s president and CEO Tuesday to step down after the rural retailer announced that it would drop most of its corporate diversity and climate advocacy efforts. “We’re tired of (being) mistreated by the government and Fortune 500 companies.

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How to address employee pay in your inclement weather policy

Insperity

A retail bank, with operating hours of Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. Still, there are many legal requirements an employer needs to be aware of when it comes to paying non-exempt and exempt employees during a weather event. Your unique business operations will drive what’s needed in your inclement weather policy.

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Crisis Management Essentials

Tanveer Naseer

First, all too often crisis management is viewed as the sole responsibility of the public relations or the legal department. Managing these challenges frequently requires a trade-off between different risks such as legal and reputational risks. These crises happened over two decades ago. A company’s values are its guide in a crisis.

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History’s 5 Best Leaders + More Great Leaders from Business

John Mattone

Jeff Bezos, for example, has disrupted the retail industry with his long-term view and innovative strategies at Amazon. Jeff Bezos Jeff Bezos, the founder and CEO of Amazon, transformed a simple online bookstore into the largest online retailer in the world. She was known for her sharp legal mind and her dedication to justice.