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Fitting in: executive integration is a major issue that continues to be overlooked by many.		Aug 1, 2004	1418
Manufacturing compliance: as the European Union (EU) expands and becomes an ever more attractive export destination, new players have to keep compliance top of mind. The CE mark indicates that a product complies with all the requirements set out in the EU's New Approach Directives, and without it, exporting certain products to Europe simply isn't possible. Make sure your products make the grade.		Jun 1, 2004	1241
Entrepreneurs take on China: large North American corporations have taken advantage of the changing Chinese market, but the advances capitalism has made in this country now mean that entrepreneurs of all stripes can do the same.		May 1, 2004	1046
Ready for the reconstruction: the Royal Bank of Canada preps Canadian entrepreneurs for new opportunities in Iraq.		Apr 1, 2004	1330
A blessing in disguise? A crisis in an organization can be a positive trigger that propels a company forward while strengthening its image. Deal with it properly, and a crisis won't necessarily hurt you.		Dec 1, 2003	1368
Modernizing public sector management in Yemen: Synerma's CMAs help modernize the government's financial function.		Nov 1, 2003	1424
IT project planning: at the Government of Canada, managerial know-how trumps IT savvy in the decision-making process.		Aug 1, 2003	1625
In Quebec, it's not lonely at the top: For more than 30 years, Quebec SME leaders have had a forum to break out of their isolation and improve their leadership skills. (Management Trends).		Jun 1, 2003	1412
New labour standards: Quebec government reforms miss the target for SMEs. (Government Issues).		Jun 1, 2003	1687
Enhanced export pricing strategies: With the right approach, SMEs can enter new markets with confidence and relative ease. (Global View).		Jun 1, 2003	1434
More free trade? Canada and the EU say no, but they are looking for a new bilateral trade agreement by December 2003. (Government Issues).		May 1, 2003	1656
Improved aviation management: new research and learning tools are boosting the aviation management profile. (Management Trends).		Apr 1, 2003	1163
The productivity push: it's lagging in Quebec and MEQ wants to turn that around by targeting Quebec manufacturing SMEs to improve productivity through training.		Apr 1, 2003	1780
Learning from NAFTA: countries negotiating the FTAA look for better trade dispute mechanisms. (Government Issues).		Apr 1, 2003	1637
Mining blue gold: water supply is becoming a destabilizing concern around the world, which makes raising capital to finance water management projects critical. (Global View).		Apr 1, 2003	1103
Performance keeps the pulse of hospitals ticking: more than ever, health sector managers have to make decisions that directly affect patient care. (Management Trends).		Mar 1, 2003	1039
Quebec's one-stop financial service: the province heads the pack in making big changes to financial regulation in Canada. (Government Issues).		Mar 1, 2003	1510
Global trade in gray matter: CETAI helps managers and organizations in developing, emerging or transition countries improve their performance. (Global View).		Mar 1, 2003	1131
Networked knowledge: now, there are new ways of managing knowledge transfer that even the smallest SME can benefit from. (Knowledge Management).		Feb 1, 2003	1609
The cheque is in the e-mail: Canadian banks now offer the possibility of e-mail money transfers. (Information Technology).		Feb 1, 2003	1126
Cross-border cooperation: Governors and premiers on the eastern seaboard share knowledge and ideas to build an integrated presence. (Government Issues).		Feb 1, 2003	1125
Investing with the world: the World Bank offers many opportunities for Canadian businesses, even for the smallest. (Global View).		Feb 1, 2003	1756
Green government. (News and Views).		Dec 1, 2002	312
Quebec's business advantages. (News and Views).		Dec 1, 2002	370
FOR@C receives major funding. (News and Views).		Dec 1, 2002	354
High tech: projecting mobility. (News and Views).	Brief Article	Dec 1, 2002	184
Succession planning in SMEs: studies confirm that the future of family-owned businesses is at risk. (Management Trends).		Dec 1, 2002	1577
Partners in technology: international agreements are fostering growth in the Quebec tech sector. (Global View).		Dec 1, 2002	1182
World Association of Valuation Organizations launched in Honolulu. (News and Views).	Brief Article	Nov 1, 2002	278
New technology wave all about integration. (News and Views).	Brief Article	Nov 1, 2002	308
Major international financial institutions launch Regulatory DataCorp. (News and Views).	Brief Article	Nov 1, 2002	330
High tech: unwiring corporate road warriors. (News and Views).	Brief Article	Nov 1, 2002	188
Negotiating skills can be learned: an increasing number of Canadian universities are offering courses on the art -- and the science -- of negotiations.		Nov 1, 2002	1530
A passion for aviation: engineer, pilot and strategic financial manager Gilles Ouimet, CMA, FCMA, navigates success at P&WC. (Profile).	Biography	Nov 1, 2002	1471
Sound municipal management worldwide: the International Centre for Municipal Development (ICMD) promotes the improvement of local government around the globe. (Government Issues).		Nov 1, 2002	1854
Transition mission: Canada helps Central European countries develop humanitarian aid programs. (Global View).	Brief Article	Nov 1, 2002	687
The lean philosophy: continuous improvement by any name can boost a company's performance. The choice is up to you.		Oct 1, 2002	1779
Settling international disputes: dispute settlement is hard enough when both parties are located in the same city. When it comes to solving international disagreements, be prepared for challenges. (Global View).		Oct 1, 2002	1220
Crossing the cultural divides.		Sep 1, 2002	1511
Grey power: now is the time for companies and investors alike to prepare for a substantial increase in elderly consumers. (Management Trends).		Jul 1, 2002	1366
Montreal's big attraction.	Interview	Jul 1, 2002	1754
Tech ambassadors: industry Canada brings telecom know-how to Russia through a new agreement. (Government Issues).	Brief Article	Jul 1, 2002	719
Destination New York: business people from Quebec and New York State are taking the future in hand with a new trade corridor. (Global View).		Jul 1, 2002	1823
Keys to a successful career transition: whatever the reasons for a career transition, thorough preparation is essential for success and satisfaction. (Career Intelligence).	Brief Article	Jun 1, 2002	768
Fast times at Cognicase: over the last three years, the company has completed nearly 50 acquisitions and partnerships. With efficient integration, the results have been more than satisfactory.	Statistical Data Included	Jun 1, 2002	1757
The apple of their eye: two young entrepreneurs have turned a long-standing family operation into a viable business for the future.		Jun 1, 2002	1667
Strengthening the links in the chain: Montreal's Tecsys takes the lead in supply chain management applications. (Information Technology).	Interview	Jun 1, 2002	1039
Sunny prospects: Quebec entrepreneurs who want to break into southern markets now have help in Florida. (Business Travel).		Jun 1, 2002	1502
Investors' complaints on the rise. (News and Views).	Brief Article	May 1, 2002	249
U of M's Economics department ranks among best in world. (News and Views).	Brief Article	May 1, 2002	319
Accounting and finance starting salaries expected to rise. (News and Views).	Brief Article	May 1, 2002	252
High Tech: Global alliance for integrated e-business. (Rants and Raves).	Brief Article	May 1, 2002	113
Inventory management is what counts: Rolls-Royce Montreal remedies a difficult situation. (Business Strategies).		May 1, 2002	1505
Service drives a new program: For over 20 years, Xerox had a customer service plan that it felt could drive its organization forward. A new economic environment changed its customers. Now it's changing the company.		May 1, 2002	1603
Critical stats: The UNESCO Institute for Statistics opens its doors in Montreal. (Global View).		May 1, 2002	1007
B2B e-commerce: Now government is getting into the act; Quebec's liquor commission, the Societe des alcools du Quebec (SAQ), has launched Global Wine & Spirits (GWS), a Web portal and global marketplace for the wine industry. (Government Issues).	Statistical Data Included	Apr 1, 2002	1211
Technology sourcing: Many businesses today rely on takeovers to acquire new products and technologies. (Global View).	Brief Article	Apr 1, 2002	866
Networking to advance your career: A good network can serve as a springboard to help you achieve your career objectives. (Career Intelligence).	Brief Article	Mar 1, 2002	533
Easy access: Forging a strategic alliance with a company based in another country can enable a firm to position itself effectively in that country's market.		Mar 1, 2002	1816
Gauging the risks: Working in the venture capital field during an economic downturn may appear to be a daunting proposition, but VC firms like Quebec-based Pluri-Capital are still betting on entrepreneurs.	Statistical Data Included	Feb 1, 2002	1865
Multimediaville: Information technology and multimedia companies are breathing new life into Montreal's downtown district. (Information Technology).	Brief Article	Feb 1, 2002	693
Wanted: Private investment for job creation; Since its founding in 1998, Investissement Quebec (IQ) has assisted SMEs by directing them to possible sources of financing government issues. (Government Issues).	Statistical Data Included	Feb 1, 2002	1243
A new window to the world: The World Trade Organization addresses the needs of developing and least-developed nations as part of its strategy to expand international trade. (Global View).		Feb 1, 2002	632
Organizations Savvy about Pay for Performance. (News and Views).	Brief Article	Dec 1, 2001	290
A First for Distribution Management. (News and Views).	Brief Article	Dec 1, 2001	131
Putting Your Privacy Policies to the Test. (News and Views).	Brief Article	Dec 1, 2001	225
A One-Stop Shop for Exporters: The World Trade Centre Montreal provides services to businesses that are looking to expand their operations into international markets. (Global View).		Dec 1, 2001	1094
Crime pays? The proceeds of crime and money laundering hold virtually no secrets for CMA and forensic accountant Michel Desmarais, who helps make life difficult for offenders. (Profile).		Nov 1, 2001	1077
The incredible shrinking world: Virtual meeting rooms are on the rise, and are being used to replace face-to-face meetings -- saving time and money. (Global View).	Brief Article	Nov 1, 2001	704
Out Of Site.		Oct 1, 2001	1680
Convenient Cash.	Brief Article	Oct 1, 2001	561
Sustaining Cities.	Brief Article	Oct 1, 2001	645
Best in Show.		Sep 1, 2001	1833
The "Futures" Montreal.		Sep 1, 2001	1472
Webcasting -- The Latest in Communications.	Brief Article	Sep 1, 2001	688
Trade Talks.		Sep 1, 2001	1725
Small Businesses Get Their Say.	Statistical Data Included	Jul 1, 2001	1518
Exploring New Markets.		Jul 1, 2001	1205
Canada Opens up to the World.	Brief Article	Jul 1, 2001	708