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UK and other countries sign international pledge to cut carbon emissions from buildings

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Representatives from 70 countries adopted the Declaration de Chaillot , a foundational document for international cooperation. Within the Declaration de Chaillot, ministers who signed the document highlight the growing climate-related risks faced by buildings due to accelerated climate change.

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7 Steps to Documenting Complex Office Procedures and Systems

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A procedure is a documented, step-by-step list of instructions that guides a person through a specific task from start to finish. Documenting complex office systems and procedures is crucial for ensuring consistency, efficiency, and continuity within an organization. Document the step-by-step details for each section.

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It’s time to review (or create) your document retention policy

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Worried that your company might not have a particular document on hand if the IRS conducted an audit? They create a document retention policy that clarifies what needs to be saved, where, and for how long. Courts and government agencies frown upon individual employees selectively keeping or tossing important documents.

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How to Use Microsoft Office and Google Workspace Apps to Document Your Procedures

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Whether you’re a seasoned admin or just starting your career, documenting procedures are essential for maintaining consistency, efficiency, and clarity in your work. Now, let’s explore some of the built-in functionalities of these apps that make them indispensable for procedures documentation.

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Digital Nomads And Freelancers Need These Strategies To Navigate Tax Season Smoothly

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Self-employed workers, freelancers, and digital nomads often receive income from various international clients. Tax season for this demographic will often involve a tedious, meticulous process of gathering financial records from different sources and potential international income streams.

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Google Tells Workers To Share Desks To Cut Costs

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What’s going on: Google is aiming to maximize the efficiency of its office spaces, so they’re encouraging their employees to start desk-sharing as of next quarter. An internal FAQ for “Google Cloud Employees” clarifies that those stationed in Kirkland, Washington; New York City; San Francisco; Seattle; and Sunnyvale, California (..)

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McKinsey and Company Unveils Company-Specific AI Tool: Lilli

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The chat application is designed for use by the firm’s employees and offers information, insights, data, and plans for consulting projects, according to Venture Beat. Mckinsey and Company states that the AI tool can also recommend suitable internal experts-based data based on more than 100,000 of the firm’s documents and interview transcripts.

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