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The 10 Keys to Project Management
We have distilled the basics of Project Management into 10 key items, but would remind every reader of the main principle - if you want people to do it and keep to it - KEEP IT SIMPLE. If you make it more complicated than it needs to be, people will misunderstand, not do it or waste time (or all three!).  more

Security Issues with Customer Data
Cash remains King. Card fraud and internet fraud are creating a major loss in confidence in electronic payments. Improvements in security may help to reduce fraud but something needs to be done to increase consumer confidence too. Most fraud happens at the point of sale so educating consumers and making access more secure should be the priority.  more

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Reformed funding model for UK Financial Services Compensation Scheme to operate from next year
The Financial Services Authority (FSA) recently confirmed the future funding arrangements for the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) which will operate from 1 April 2008.  more

SEC takes action to improve consistency of disclosure to U.S. investors in foreign companies
The Securities and Exchange Commission recently voted unanimously to help American investors better analyze and get more readily comparable financial information from the U.S.-registered foreign companies in which they invest. The Commission's action responds to the record number of U.S. investors who own the securities of foreign companies, and the growing need for high-quality accounting standards that transcend borders.  more

8% increase in director compensation in the past year
A recent Towers Perrin report on compensation for outside board members found that total remuneration increased to a median level of $174,500 in FY 2006, up 8% from $162,285 in FY 2005. This comprehensive annual review covers the practices of all the publicly traded companies in the Fortune 500 listing.  more

Property/casualty marketplace to remain soft in 2008
The market for property and casualty insurance will stay soft in 2008, as premiums are expected to either decline or remain flat, according to actuarial and risk management experts at Watson Wyatt Worldwide, a leading global consulting firm. Additionally, insured companies may see enhancements in some coverage, particularly for directors’ and officers’ liability insurance, and can expect this trend to continue.  more