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May 2008 |
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Responsible hands
A director’s guide to risk and its management
By Anthony A. Atkinson, CMA, FCMA, and Alan Webb, CA
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First Nations reporting reforms
Despite many positive initiatives aimed at improving aboriginal communities across Canada, more changes are still necessary. Government reporting requirements and community stakeholder reports, for example, could be better designed to better serve the government and the community. CMAs Robert Anderson and Ron Baker are looking for a way to make that happen.
By Robert Colman
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Navigating the inter-application zone
As e-business becomes the norm for many industries, the days of the stand-alone computer application may be coming to an end. What transpires between systems is often as important as what goes on in the applications themselves. Adjusting to this new reality will require an unprecedented level of cooperation between business stakeholders and IT.
By Jacob Stoller
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ISO 14000 — a profitable investment?
Environmental management systems are not just for high-risk polluters anymore. As stakeholder interest in environmental management increases, it’s worth considering whether ISO certification will add value to your company.
By Sylvie Berthelot, CMA, and Michel Coulmont
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Ottawa’s change agent
FCMA Paul Gauvin brings strategic expertise to a changing public service.
By Robert Colman
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Human resources
The human equity advantage. Many businesses talk about creating diversity within their organization. As valuable as this can be, it's worth taking a step further.
By Trevor Wilson
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Management trends
Getting a line on cost control. While companies ramp up their compliance practices, CFOs have to find cost savings in other departments. Communications costs are an excellent place to start.
By Stephen W. Massel, CMA, CA
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Business strategies
The business of giving. Whether it's a memento, a promotion or just a token, a gift by any name is always an important communication with your client.
By Yvan Marston
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Book review
Paring down the issues. A new book reminds readers that, to solve problems, it's always wise to simplify your parameters first.
By Robert Colman
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Information Technology
Preparing for the perils of wireless access. Wireless PDAs provide organizations with a huge productivity boost by giving mobile employees instant access to email and other corporate information sources. They also present a security threat that many organizations are not prepared for.
By Jacob Stoller
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Government issues
Northern business exposure. Aboriginal Business Canada's new Yellowknife office promises greater opportunities for aboriginal business.
By John Cooper
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Global view
The narrative reporting debate. Everyone is concerned about it, but concerted efforts to initiate better global practices remain challenging.
By Robert Colman
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Media bites
Look before you leap
- Renovate Before You Innovate
- Strategic Supply Chain Management
- Continuous Disclosure
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News and views
New and noteworthy information you can use
- IIA calls for more representatives on the record
- CMA Management article garners Award of Merit
- Managing International Financial Reporting Standards
- Canadian manufacturers less bullish
- High Tech: Road warrior takes on a whole new meaning
- New software
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