Technology

The Business News Headlines 24 November 2020

For years we've been beating that old drum about uncertainty and business. For lots of reasons lots of that uncertainty seems to be fading. It's the business news headlines for Tuesday the 24th of November. Here's what we've got for you:
A sense of hope hits Wall Street;
Toilet Paper is once again in short supply;
Purdue Pharma admits guilt. Cost: Over $8 billion;
UPS is getting into the "cold" big time;
"Gig" workers to get paid like an executive;
The Wall Street Report;
Could it be the end of yet another office legacy?
Those stories plus Joe Galasso is in to talk about what we should be doing when it comes to cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting and it may not be what you thought. Putting some facts into perspective from his company Protective Environmental Systems. Listen here. 
 

Protecting Your Environment with Joe Galasso

He is a return visitor to the Business News Hour and is here to shed some light on three very important things: 1) Cleaning, 2) Sanitizing and 3) Disinfecting.  As COVID19 races across the county Joe Galasso has come into his own with his company Protective Environmental Systems. Here Joe explains, in simple terms, things like "Log Kill", "Dwell Time" and what really goes on when people "wipe down" a surface. Needless to say his goal is to keep people safe while buying time until the vaccine arrives. Here's Joe Galasso:
 

The Business News Headlines 18 November 2020

Just ahead of an interesting conversation about how to abolish property theft here are the business news stories we've got for you today:
Even with good vaccine news markets fell;
PIMCO accused of having a "fraternity culture";
It's back...Bitcoin;
More possible airline job cuts;
Is Amazon and GoodRX in competition;
The Wall Street Report;
This company pays it's employees...daily.
Those stories and you'll meet Jon Shelness the founder of something called My Property ID Registry. He has taken technology and married it to an old system and says lost or stolen valuables now can be found and returned.  Meet Jon here. 

Making Property Theft Obsolete with Jon Shelness

The number one crime in America is property theft. Millions and millions of dollars are lost but nobody talks about it because, well, it's just...stuff. But, if it's your "stuff" that gets stolen.  Meet Jon Shelness who created something that not only deters theft but can help make sure you get your stuff...back. It's called My Property ID Registry and it uses modern technology to update an old method. Learn more how to protect your business and personal property from Jon.
Thanks for listening! 

The Business News Headlines 16 November 2020

Welcome back to another Monday and the business news headlines for the 16th day of November.  We start our newscast today talking about the holidays:
The Holidays vs. The Economy;
Might cash become obsolete?
Small toy stores fret the season;
The sad story of money and Venezuela;
The Wall Street Report;
All eyes on Moderna;
A big bank deal announced today.
Thanks for coming by for your quick fix on the business news headlines. If you want to follow us all day long just check Twitter @IOB_NewsHour.
Thanks for listening! 

The Business News Headlines 11 November 2020

Thank you to veterans both past and present for your service to our nation.  It's the business news headlines for Wednesday the 11th of November and here is what we've got for you:
Wall Street ends the day mixed;
Lyft is getting into a new service and why;
Could the recession get worse...some say yes;
Americans are taking 401(k) cash;
Target is doing something very different and why;
UPS has relaxed a bunch of rules;
Retailers starting to worry about shortages;
Mom's are suing employers;
The Wall Street Report;
Some disturbing housing news.
Thanks for listening! 

The Business News Headlines 10 November 2020

It's the day before Veterans Day something that is important to remember. Welcome to the Business News Headlines and here's what we've got for you today:
Blue Chips Rule...Tech Stocks Drool;
The states that are in debt and where folks are in trouble;
Meanwhile some are saving all kinds of cash;
Walmart & GM are in a deal;
United Airlines is headed back to JFK;
Verizon is seeking a bunch of cash;
The Wall Street Report;
Taco Bell hiring off the street...no, really.
Thanks for listening! 

The Business News Headlines 9 November 2020

There were times last week when we wondered if we'd make it to Monday...whew!  Today we've got these business news headlines and then a fun, but informative conversation with a new friend from Fort Worth, Texas.  But first:
Two things impacted the markets;
Why Uber shares were up so much;
Would you eat a....McPlant?
The news that rocked the world today;
Santa to take a hit this year;
Coca Cola continues to cull;
The Wall Street Report;
The disappearing MBA program.
Those stories PLUS you'll meet "recovering attorney" Malone Ranger who is now a noted public speaker and, get this, is the Mid-Day Air Personality on 95.9 The Ranch in Fort Worth, Texas.  Learn the "Business of Being Malone Ranger" by clicking through right here.  
Thanks for listening! 

The Business News Headlines 4 November 2020

It's been a day. For many people across the United States they have been clicking into their phones, watching TV and trying to figure out the presidential election. Us too.  Welcome to "The Day After" and here's what we've got for you:
Votes are being counted and Wall Street had a big day;
One thing is for sure our job problem is real;
Today another retail chain called it quits;
Tech stocks soared but, is that a good thing;
The Wall Street Report;
There were two winners in California yesterday.
Those stories plus we'll talk about ISO Certification and what it means to a company and, more importantly, their customers. Von Leefer and Linda Leefer from Area Diesel Service joins me for that conversation and you can hear it all...here.
Thanks for listening! 
 

Area Diesel Service and ISO Certification

Recently the family owned company Area Diesel Service was awarded an ISO 9001:2015 Certification. What does that mean for the company and its clients?  You can bet we asked. Here Von Leefers and his wife Linda explain what this is, the impact on their business and, more importantly, what it means to their customers.