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

BMT Office Administration

They create a document retention policy that clarifies what needs to be saved, where, and for how long. Sticking to a set record retention policy eliminates guesswork and promotes efficiency. Businesses and nonprofits of all sizes should possess a written-out document retention policy. Such action raises concern about cover-ups.

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5 Long-Term Financial Goals and How to Achieve Them

Success

Send your children to college Expected time: 17-25 years Account types: 529 plans, Coverdell Education Savings Account (ESA), custodial accounts, brokerage accounts, high-yield savings accounts , Certificate of Deposit (CD) Welcoming a new child into your family is an exciting step, but it can also be expensive.

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What Every Business Needs To Know About The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act

Allwork

By successfully updating your company’s policies to help accommodate pregnant employees, present or future, you’re not only following the law — you are helping to develop a more friendly and open work environment that benefits the future of work for mothers. ” How does this impact your company?

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AI may boost productivity, but we are already becoming reliant on it, and that’s a problem

Workplace Insight

This year’s edition tracks research, development, technical performance, responsible practices, economics, policy, public opinion, and more. Generative AI, a powerful new technology, even shows promise in assisting with legal tasks like contract drafting. Google’s Gemini comes in even higher at $191 million.

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What electronic record-keeping software best fits your needs?

BMT Office Administration

However, making the switch to electronic record-keeping often isn’t as expensive or cumbersome as small business owners think. More expensive than basic file storage options. eFileCabinet is a document management software that is popular with HR, finance, IT, and legal teams due to its security features. eFileCabinet.

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Uber and Lyft Lawsuits & the On-Demand Economy

Small Business Labs

Uber and Lyft were both dealt legal setbacks in two different lawsuits last week. The judge in the Lyft case nicely summed up the legal difficulties, complexities and confusion around how to classify on-demand economy workers.   Freelance Government Policy Independent workers on-demand economy'

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Stay organized and secure with electronic records management

BMT Office Administration

Jan bit her lip and hoped that Laura had not accidentally tossed evidence the legal department might need in a harassment lawsuit. The need for company policies. Effective management of electronic records requires an organization to develop specific policies. This information also serves as institutional memory.