ORTEC, a global leader in supply chain planning and workforce management software, announced today that it has acquired Klages & Partner, a German developer of clinical staff management software for hospitals, clinics, and care facilities. This acquisition aligns with ORTEC’s strategic objective of expanding its
A single incident can undo years of steady work for a small business. An unhappy client or a technical failure often triggers costs that reach far beyond what a sole trader or small team can absorb. Legal fees, compensation and lost income tend to arrive
French football has used to snap back to order. Paris Saint-Germain imposes itself, everyone else improvises around the edges, and the title race becomes more a countdown than a debate. At the halfway mark, the 2025-2026 season’s Ligue 1 is behaving differently. The battle is intense,
The debate over when to give a child their first mobile device is shifting. Parents are increasingly hesitant to hand over fully functional smartphones. The risks of unrestricted internet access are simply too high. This is where the kids smart watch has emerged as a popular
As smartphones have become an essential part of daily life, the mobile accessories market is experiencing unprecedented growth. From phone cases and screen protectors to wireless chargers and Bluetooth earbuds, every type of accessory not only meets consumers’ individual needs but also creates significant profit opportunities
On-site work runs on fast decisions, shared context, and clear handoffs. Technology does not replace that human choreography: it makes it smoother. The right mix helps teams hear each other sooner, see the same information, and act before small issues grow big. Read on to learn
Some careers are planned. Others grow naturally from who a person already is. For Asha Vaughn, a dental assistant from New Jersey, her career is an extension of how she was raised—guided by hard work, compassion, and a belief in doing things the right way. “I
The automotive industry stands at the edge of a revolution, and it’s not just about the technology inside cars. An automotive digital marketing strategy has become critically important for companies to survive in the market, because 95% of potential car buyers begin their research online. We’re
A proposed rule change could reshape the global sukuk market as regulators, scholars and issuers debate whether tighter asset ownership requirements would strengthen Shariah authenticity or disrupt liquidity and issuance. The discussion focuses on AAOIFI Standard 62, which aims to clarify what constitutes genuine asset backing
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Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) announced that electricity rates will fall by P0.16 per kilowatt-hour in January. — PHILIPPINE STAR/RYAN BALDEMOROVER EIGHT MILLION customers of Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) will see lower electricity bills this month as the power distributor announced a rate cut on Monday.
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