April 2025 Archives

Beyond the Tariff Shock: How Forward-Thinking Finance Teams are Using AI-Enhanced Software to Turn Economic Uncertainty Into Strategic Advantage 0

By AvidXchange With sweeping new tariffs going into effect in April, middle market companies across industries are feeling the shockwaves. As import duties rise on everything from raw materials to finished goods, finance teams are facing a perfect storm: shrinking margins, volatile supply chains, and recession fears that refuse to fade. The coming months may

DEI Executive Order Overview 0

By James Yand, Miller Nash LLP The January 21, 2025, Executive Order (EO), titled “Ending Illegal Discrimination And Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity” was released and carries significant implications for federal contractors. Some of the implications for federal contractors include: Pay applications will now require certification that the general contractor does not operate DEI programs that violate

How to Protect Your Projects and Profits from Tariffs 0

By Sabrina Miskelly, Document Crunch “This is a very risky time, and it’s important that you understand what’s going on in the contracts that are already under construction. Who is responsible for the implications of these tariffs?” asked Josh Levy, construction attorney and CEO/Co-founder of Document Crunch, to hundreds of industry professionals during a recent

Tony Gwynn – Winning the Game, One Single at a Time 0
- Improving Productivity, Leadership, Workforce & Professional Development
- April 22, 2025
An examination of leadership needs to refocus on the right measures of how productivity and success By Gregg M. Schoppman, FMI Corp. Tony Gwynn, Hall of Fame right fielder from the San Diego Padres was the epitome that defines a superior ball player. According to the Baseball Hall of Fame, Gwynn’s lifetime batting average was
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Spring Forward with Payroll Productivity: Hacks for Accurate Time Tracking in Construction 0
- Best Practices, Documentation, Improving Productivity
- April 22, 2025
By Jack Biltis, eBacon Accurate time tracking in construction isn’t just about keeping tabs on hours worked, it’s a pivotal strategy for enhancing productivity, controlling costs, and ensuring compliance. This article highlights actionable tips tailored for payroll managers in the construction industry, helping them overcome common time-tracking challenges and boost overall efficiency. Why Accurate Time
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President’s Letter – April 2025 0
- ASA President's Letter
- April 22, 2025
Dear ASA Members and Friends of ASA, Springtime is finally here and hopefully you are all able to get your spring planting done, the camping trailers cleaned, the boats ready for the lake, and the baseball tickets bought. Unfortunately we continue to get hammered with severe weather and have to deal with tornadoes, flooding, winds
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