Tips to Prevent Electronic Device Loss

July 30, 2010

Here are some helpful safety tips to prevent electronic device loss: 1. Keep electronic devices such as cell phones, blackberrys, laptops, and portable game systems out of sight when not in use. 2. Place electronic devices in a lockable hidden area of your vehicle (truck, glove box) before arriving at your destination. 3. Remove GPS [...]

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Government Contractors may be required track Greenhouse Gas Emissions

July 30, 2010

Government contractors will have to track their greenhouse gas emissions or risk losing out on new contracts, under a new General Services Administration plan. The requirement, which could take effect in fiscal 2011 or 2012, is a tall order: Few companies currently track their emissions. But GSA is in a strong position to achieve this [...]

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Two People Indicted Theft General Motors Trade Secrets

July 26, 2010

Two people have been indicted on charges related to the theft of an estimated $40 million worth of trade secrets at General Motors. According to a federal indictment that was unsealed on Thursday, former GM engineer Shanshan Du deliberately asked for a transfer three years after she started working for the automaker in order to [...]

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Security Breach: Social Security Numbers Posted Online

July 23, 2010

Just one mistake can lead to identity theft. According to the Liberty Coalition’s Aaron Titus, the social security numbers of almost 3,000 Maryland residents were posted online and remained visible for weeks. After discovering the breach, Titus notified the state Department of Human Resources, which subsequently launched an investigation that found that one of its [...]

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The Right Steps to Prevent Workplace Violence

July 21, 2010

There are a number of steps that companies can take to prevent violence in the workplace, which costs the U.S. an estimated $70 billion each year, according to a University of Georgia study. First, companies are encouraged to implement comprehensive safety policies that outline regulations regarding harassment and workplace violence. These policies should include reporting [...]

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