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Report Predicts Escalation of Cyber Attacks in 2017
According to a recent report from Experian, a global information services group, businesses can expect to see an increase in the number and severity of cyber attacks in 2017. The report also predicts that a large number of politically-motivated cyber attacks near the end of 2016 will escalate into a larger cyber attack conflict and that businesses in the financial, security and health care industries will be the most frequently targeted. As a part...
Read MoreOvertime Rule Delayed Until Further Notice
On Nov. 22, 2016, a federal judge in Texas issued a preliminary injunction, halting the enforcement of the Department of Labor’s (DOL) new overtime rule nationwide until further notice. The rule, which was set to take effect on Dec. 1, 2016, would have increased the salary threshold for the “white collar overtime exemptions” from $23,660 per year to $47,476 per year. What Is the Future of the Overtime Rule? The DOL may be...
Read MoreNew Year’s Resolutions: Lifestyle Changes vs. Quick Changes
Historically, one of the top New Year’s resolutions is to lose weight. Unfortunately, many people look to fad diets and weight-loss products to achieve their goals quickly. While fad diets may prove effective initially, research shows that many people don’t find long-term success with these types of diets. Instead of setting a goal to lose weight fast this New Year’s, set a goal to lead a healthier lifestyle. Common lifestyle New Year’s resolutions...
Read MoreSedentary Working is a Top Health Risk
Sedentary working is a new top health risk that is getting increased attention from health and safety professionals. Sitting for long periods is thought to slow the metabolism, which affects the body’s ability to break down body fat and regulate blood sugar and blood pressure. However, more research is needed in order to clear up some confusion over how employers can protect their staff from the perils of sedentary working. Although studies have linked...
Read More88 Percent of Employees Lack Knowledge to Prevent Cyber Incidents
According to a recent report, 88 percent of employees lack the understanding necessary to prevent common cyber incidents. That report is based on the results of a survey given to more than 1,000 employees across the Unites States, and was designed to test the level of knowledge and awareness of cyber security among employees by asking them to name proper behaviors in given circumstances. The survey covered eight risk domains and assigned...
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