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This is Part 8 of Steve Coughran's book Cash Flow. Steve explains the fourth lever of cash flow: operating expenses. He shows why cutting costs blindly destroys value, how to eliminate waste without hurting growth, and the smart ways to optimize overhead while protecting employees, customers, and long-term strategy.LinkedIn | YouTube coltivar.com

WWJ auto analyst John McElroy reports automakers are getting serious about using fewer parts, and in one case Lucid said it will have one-half the number of parts when compared to a Tesla Model Y.

to provide an update on the company's first on-farm, containerized green ammonia production system, which is preparing for launch on a large-scale farm in Manitoba. Clifford explained that the breakthrough system is specifically designed to put farmers in direct control of their nitrogen fertilizer production, historically one of the largest and most volatile input costs in agriculture. By enabling ammonia production directly on-site, farmers can avoid exposure to global supply chain disruptions and extreme price fluctuations that often characterize commercial fertilizer markets. “This needs to sit with the farmer because ultimately they're the end user,” Clifford emphasized, noting that the system's design not only improves supply security but also creates meaningful long-term cost savings. The initial deployment in Manitoba will leverage the province's abundant and low-cost green electricity. Looking ahead, Clifford highlighted the system's flexibility to integrate renewable energy sources such as wind and solar, which could further reduce production costs to only a few hundred dollars per ton—a significant contrast to current market prices that often exceed $1,000 per ton. The first unit is now in the final testing phase on an 11,000-acre farm near Winnipeg, with results expected to validate the system's performance and economic viability. At the same time, FuelPositive is actively raising capital to transition from research and development to full-scale commercialization and manufacturing. Clifford added that the company has already seen strong interest from farmers in Manitoba and internationally, many of whom are waiting to evaluate the system's rollout before committing to orders. This early demand underscores the global potential of FuelPositive's solution to decentralize fertilizer production and help drive the agricultural industry toward greater resilience and sustainability. For more information on financing opportunities and the company's roadmap to commercialization, visit fuelpositive.com. proactiveinvestor #fuelpositivecorporation #tsxv #nhhh #otcqb #nhhhf

Cutting your budget doesn't have to mean cutting joy out of your life. With a bit of creativity and intention, you can save money while still enjoying what truly matters. Here's how to bring more purpose—and even fun—into your spending plan.Before diving into practical steps, begin with prayer. Ask God to help you cultivate contentment, because wise spending starts with a heart that trusts Him. As Paul reminds us in 1 Timothy 6:6, “But godliness with contentment is great gain.” Budgeting isn't just about numbers; it's about aligning your heart with gratitude for what God has already provided.1. Try a “Pantry Challenge” MonthCommit to eating what you already have in your fridge, freezer, and pantry for an entire month. You'll reduce grocery spending and uncover forgotten items—maybe even a few surprises. Free apps like SuperCook or Cooklist can help you find creative recipes using your existing ingredients, turning the challenge into a fun family adventure.2. Create a Family Fun FundEntertainment doesn't have to be expensive. Set a monthly cap for fun activities and get the whole family involved in choosing them. One week could be a hike and picnic at the park; another, a cozy movie night at home with popcorn and dollar-store candy. This approach teaches that joy isn't tied to a price tag.3. Swap Babysitting with Another FamilyChildcare can be costly, but community is a gift. Partner with another family you trust to take turns watching each other's kids. One week, you get a date night, the next they do—and no one spends a dime. You'll save money, build relationships, and create margin in your budget.4. Take On One Service YourselfPick one recurring expense and try handling it yourself for a season—such as washing the car, mowing the lawn, or grooming the dog. You may save more than you expect and even gain a new skill or appreciation for the task.5. Declare a Monthly “No-Spend” WeekendChoose one weekend a month to spend nothing beyond the essentials. Use the time to rest, reconnect, and enjoy free or low-cost activities, such as playing board games, going for a hike, or visiting the library. Turn it into a family challenge by deciding together how to use the extra savings for giving, saving, or a future treat.6. Practice the 30-Day RuleWhen tempted by a big purchase—like a gadget or appliance—write it down with the date and wait 30 days. If you still want it and it fits the budget after a month, you can move forward with confidence. More often than not, the urge will pass, and you'll keep your money where it belongs.None of these ideas is earth-shattering—and that's the beauty of them. Real transformation often comes from small, consistent decisions: choosing contentment over consumption, planning over impulse. Each intentional step strengthens your financial stewardship and, even more importantly, your trust in God.When your kids see you making wise choices, they learn the importance of being a good steward. When your spouse feels included, it builds unity. And when you invite God into your day-to-day financial decisions—even the small ones—you'll see His faithfulness in significant ways.A Tool to Help You Stay on Track: The FaithFi AppIf you're ready to take the next step in intentional budgeting, the FaithFi app is a great place to start. It helps you track spending, build margin, and grow in biblical wisdom—all in one place. Visit FaithFi.com and click “App” to get started.With a little creativity and a lot of intentionality, you can cut costs without cutting out what matters most.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I'd like to understand the difference between prepaid cards and credit cards—the pros and cons of each. My primary concern is avoiding debt, so I'm trying to determine which prepaid card would be the best option for me.I recently received $20,000 and need advice on the best way to invest it. My goal is to strengthen my emergency savings while still making wise financial decisions.I'm 12 and get a $100 monthly allowance. I want to learn how to save and invest my money wisely.Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)Buckner Shoes For Orphan SoulsBankrate.com | NerdWalletStashWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

Cutting your budget doesn’t have to mean cutting all the joy out of life. With a little creativity, you can spend less and live more. You’ve probably heard the usual advice—skip the daily latte, avoid eating out, or cancel that streaming service you don’t use. But on the next Faith & Finance Live, Rob West dives deeper. He explores six creative ways to cut expenses without sacrificing what matters most. Then, it’s on to your calls. That’s Faith & Finance Live, where biblical wisdom meets today’s finances—weekdays at 4pm Eastern/3pm Central on Moody Radio. Faith & Finance Live is a listener supported program on Moody Radio. To join our team of supporters, click here.To support the ministry of FaithFi, click here.To learn more about Rob West, click here.To learn more about Faith & Finance Live, click here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From automation to document management, open source solutions can deliver enterprise-level value for free.Quick Tech TalkWith Steve YossCPE TodayWhat if you didn't have to pay for Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, or even popular automation platforms like Zapier? What if you could get the same—or even better—functionality for free, while also gaining full control over your data and privacy? That's the promise of open source software, and it's more accessible than ever. MORE Steve Yoss here | MORE TECH In the latest episode of Quick Tech Talk, you'll learn how open source tools are transforming both personal and business technology use. From document management to automation, open source solutions provide cost savings, flexibility, and security—all without the hidden strings of paid SaaS products.Open source software means that the underlying code is publicly available. Anyone can use, modify, or share it. That freedom has given rise to an entire ecosystem of high-quality applications that rival the best-known commercial products.

This is Part 8 of Steve Coughran's book Cash Flow. In this section, Steve explains the fourth lever of cash flow: operating expenses. He shows why cutting costs blindly destroys value, how to eliminate waste without hurting growth, and the smart ways to optimize overhead while protecting employees, customers, and long-term strategy.LinkedIn | YouTube coltivar.com/byfiq

Is your reputation management contract really delivering what your practice needs or just draining your budget? In this episode of the DrMarketingTips Show, Jennifer and Corey pop the hood on how directory listings and reputation management have shifted in the past year, and why many practices are now overpaying for features they barely use.They explore real-world data showing how star ratings and directory listings directly impact web traffic, phone calls, and patient acquisition. More importantly, they share how Google and Healthgrades are changing the rules, what that means for third-party vendors, and why your EHR might be more vital than you think to get new reviews.Tune in to Discover:How directory listings drive patient behavior (with real data to prove it) Why star ratings are only one part of the reputation equation The way a temporary review pause caused a 20% traffic dip for one practice What's changed with Google, Healthgrades, and third-party vendors Tips to potentially save thousands per month by ditching the bells and whistlesResources & Links:Want a sneak peek at the solution Jennifer and Corey mentioned? Contact us for a behind-the-scenes look.

In this Electropages podcast, Omnetics Special Projects Manager Travis Neumann reveals how their engineering team is transforming connector design through high-resolution 3D printing and rapid prototyping. Discover how Omnetics slashed part costs from $60,000 to just 75 cents, achieved 20-micron resolution with next-gen printers, and even modified their own machines to push precision to the limit. From printing prototype connector back shells overnight to using sacrificial moulds for ultra-fast silicone casting, this episode is packed with practical insights for engineers, product designers, and hardware developers. Whether you're working in aerospace, medical, or high-speed electronics, you'll hear how Omnetics is leading the future of connector manufacturing with scalable, cost-efficient, and highly accurate 3D printed solutions.  Explore more at: https://www.omnetics.com

BRX Pro Tip: 3 Ways to Cut Costs Stone Payton: And we’re back with Business RadioX Pro Tips, Stone Payton and Lee Kantor here with you. Lee, I recognize that cost cutting is not a first move for the leadership team at Business RadioX. But when you do decide to take a look at cutting […]

Are you tired of feeling like you need a second job just to buy pet food? You're not alone. Prices keep climbing, and if you've ever stood in the pet food aisle doing mental math and wondering what bill to skip this week, this episode is for you.I'm breaking down six smart, realistic ways to save money on pet food without cutting corners on quality. These are the exact strategies I've used with my own pets, my foster pets, and shared with adopters who want to feed their pets well without draining their bank accounts.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: • How to buy in bulk without wasting a dime on spoiled food • The auto-ship trick that saves money without creating a stockpile disaster • What to look for on food labels so you stop paying premium prices for cheap fillers • How to rotate proteins for savings and better nutrition • Simple portion and storage hacks that stop you from literally throwing money away • The safe, healthy human foods that stretch your pet food budget further than you thinkFeeding your pets well doesn't have to feel impossible. A few small tweaks can mean big savings and healthier meals for your pets.Send us a textLove the show? Please share it with another pet parent who wants less chaos and more clarity. Please leave a 5-star review to help others find real-life, judgment-free advice.

Welcome back to Day 2 of the "Double Your Profit" 30-Day Series!In today's episode, we're breaking down how to cut business costs like a CFO—without compromising growth. If you want to double your profit, mastering the art of cost control is essential. These strategies will help you streamline spending, boost margins, and create a more efficient, profitable operation.This episode is packed with real-world examples and practical cost-cutting techniques you can implement immediately in your home service business, contractor company, or small business.

Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D'Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today's automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Matt Hogan, General Manager of Taverna INFINITI North Miami, and Omar Mohammad, CEO of Nomad Content Studio. This episode is brought to you by: Nomad Content Studio - $3.50 per lead. $105 per car buyer. That's what an Infiniti store in Florida is getting using Nomad Content Studio's Done-For-You social video system. Millions in sales, viral reach, and buyers who stop price shopping and come straight to the store. Nomad Content Studio has done it for EV Auto, Morgan Auto Group, and George Saliba—now they'll do it for you. Book a call and get 20% OFF your first month. Offer expires 08/15/25: ⁠http://www.trynomad.co Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cdgpartner.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3Suismu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Topics: 01:20 Why switch to a new car franchise? 03:56 How does social media transform auto sales? 06:23 What are the best viral content strategies for dealers? 14:32 The five social media content buckets for dealerships 20:24 Overcoming generational gaps in automotive marketing 21:54 How to adapt automotive marketing to the digital age 24:11 How do you track ROI from social media? 26:24 Cost per lead / car buyer from social media 28:06 What is the future of social selling? Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://news.dealershipguy.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CDG Jobs ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CDG Recruiting ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ My Socials: X ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠x.com/GuyDealership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/cardealershipguy/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@guydealership⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ LinkedIn ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Threads ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠threads.net/@cardealershipguy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Everything else ➤ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dealershipguy.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.

Now's the time to pause, assess, and realign your financial goals for the second half of the year. Get full show notes at www.consciousedge.com/ep065 We're halfway through the year and if things aren't going the way you planned financially, this episode will be a breath of fresh clarity. Alecia walks you through her mid-year budget review, shares where mindset derailed revenue goals, and highlights why cutting costs isn't always the answer. You'll learn how your spending and earning patterns often mirror your beliefs and how to take back control without sacrificing your vision.

Send me a messageHow do you show a customer the inside of a wind turbine nacelle, or onboard engineers to hazardous industrial equipment, without ever leaving their desks?In this episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I'm joined by Matt Trubow, Commercial Director at Hidden Creative, to explore how immersive technology is changing the way engineering organisations sell, train, and transfer knowledge.Matt and I discuss Simmerse, a browser-based spatial computing platform that's already being used by the likes of ABB, GE, and Johnson Controls to reduce travel emissions, eliminate onboarding bottlenecks, and accelerate complex B2B sales. Instead of flying people around the world or relying on death-by-PowerPoint, Simmerse allows distributed teams and customers to step inside a 3D environment, whether it's a ship engine, water treatment plant, or offshore turbine, and engage with it in real time.We dive into the cognitive science behind why this works so well for engineers, the tangible ROI it's delivering, and how tools like AI and digital twins are reshaping industrial communications.If you work in a supply chain function where product complexity, technical sales, or sustainability impact are key, this episode will give you a fresh lens on immersive tech as a practical tool, not a gimmick.Elevate your brand with the ‘Sustainable Supply Chain' podcast, the voice of supply chain sustainability.Last year, this podcast's episodes were downloaded over 113,000 times by senior supply chain executives around the world.Become a sponsor. Lead the conversation.Contact me for sponsorship opportunities and turn downloads into dialogues.Act today. Influence the future.Digital Disruption with Geoff Nielson Discover how technology is reshaping our lives and livelihoods.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's generous supporters: Alicia Farag Kieran Ognev And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent episodes like this one.Podcast Sponsorship Opportunities:If you/your organisation is interested in sponsoring this podcast - I have several options available. Let's talk!FinallyIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - feel free to just send me a direct message on LinkedIn, or send me a text message using this link.If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover it. Thanks for listening.

Saoud Rizwan and Pash from Cline joined us to talk about why fast apply models got bitter lesson'd, how they pioneered the plan + act paradigm for coding, and why non-technical people use IDEs to do marketing and generate slides. Full writeup: https://www.latent.space/p/cline X: https://x.com/latentspacepod Chapters: 00:00 - Introductions 01:35 - Plan and Act Paradigm 05:37 - Model Evaluation and Early Development of Cline 08:14 - Use Cases of Cline Beyond Coding 09:09 - Why Cline is a VS Code Extension and Not a Fork 12:07 - Economic Value of Programming Agents 16:07 - Early Adoption for MCPs 19:35 - Local vs Remote MCP Servers 22:10 - Anthropic's Role in MCP Registry 22:49 - Most Popular MCPs and Their Use Cases 25:26 - Challenges and Future of MCP Monetization 27:32 - Security and Trust Issues with MCPs 28:56 - Alternative History Without MCP 29:43 - Market Positioning of Coding Agents and IDE Integration Matrix 32:57 - Visibility and Autonomy in Coding Agents 35:21 - Evolving Definition of Complexity in Programming Tasks 38:16 - Forks of Cline and Open Source Regrets 40:07 - Simplicity vs Complexity in Agent Design 46:33 - How Fast Apply Got Bitter Lesson'd 49:12 - Cline's Business Model and Bring-Your-Own-API-Key Approach 54:18 - Integration with OpenRouter and Enterprise Infrastructure 55:32 - Impact of Declining Model Costs 57:48 - Background Agents and Multi-Agent Systems 1:00:42 - Vision and Multi-Modalities 1:01:07 - State of Context Engineering 1:07:37 - Memory Systems in Coding Agents 1:10:14 - Standardizing Rules Files Across Agent Tools 1:11:16 - Cline's Personality and Anthropomorphization 1:12:55 - Hiring at Cline and Team Culture Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction and Guest Intros 00:00:29 What is Klein? Product Overview 00:01:42 Plan and Act Paradigm 00:05:22 Model Evolution and Building Klein 00:07:40 Beyond Coding: Klein as a General Agent 00:09:12 Why Focus on VS Code Extension? 00:11:26 The Future of Programming and Agentic Paradigm 00:12:34 Economic Value: Programming vs. Other Use Cases 00:16:04 MCP Ecosystem: Growth and Marketplace 00:21:30 Security, Discoverability, and Trust in MCPs 00:22:55 Popular MCPs and Workflow Automation 00:25:30 Monetization and Payments for MCPs 00:37:53 Competition, Forks, and Open Source Philosophy 00:40:39 RAG, Fast Apply, and Agentic Simplicity 00:50:11 Business Model and Enterprise Adoption 00:57:04 Background Agents, Multi-Agent Systems, and CLI 01:00:41 Context Engineering and Memory 01:12:39 Team, Culture, and Closing Thoughts

Nextech3D.ai CEO Evan Gappelberg joined Steve Darling from Proactive to unveil two major upgrades to the company's financial infrastructure, designed to enhance flexibility, reduce costs, and support global growth. Gappelberg announced that Nextech3D.ai will begin a staged rollout of cryptocurrency payment support, starting with USD Coin (USDC) and Tether (USDT). These stablecoin options will be integrated across its 3D modeling, hosting, and MapD event tech platforms. This move is expected to cut payment processing fees by up to 95%, enable near-instant cross-border settlements, and eliminate credit card friction—making transactions more efficient for customers around the world. In parallel, the company is also launching ACH (Automated Clearing House) payment capabilities on its MapD platform, integrated through Stripe, Authorize.net, and QuickBooks. This functionality supports seamless bank transfers, further aligning with Nextech3D.ai's strategy to operate as a digital-first, low-cost platform. Gappelberg emphasized that these upgrades not only streamline operations but also enhance global accessibility and increase margins, as Nextech3D.ai continues to scale its suite of tech-forward, AI-powered solutions. #nextech3d.al #otcqx #nexcf #cse #ntar #EvanGappelberg #ARway #AugmentedReality #SpatialMapping #IndoorNavigation #MapDynamics #EventTech #TradeShowSolutions #TechStocks #ARRevenueGrowth #3DTechnology #ProactiveInvestors #aws #amazonwebservice

In this episode of The Small Business Podcast for Small Businesses, Farley breaks down the essential ins and outs of business expenses. Tune in to hear the ins and outs to sort your expenses, from initial setup costs to ongoing running expenses. She shares practical tips, smart strategies, and real-world examples to help you understand what you should be tracking, how to review your spending, and where you might be able to save.Whether you're just starting out or looking to tighten up your finances, this episode will help you run a leaner, more profitable business.

When picturing a steel factory, words like "heavy", "smoky" and "arduous" often come to mind. But a technological breakthrough is proving that the iron and steel industry can be smart and sophisticated, thanks to the power of artificial intelligence.提到钢铁厂，人们通常会想到 “重型”“烟雾弥漫”“艰苦” 等词汇。但一项技术突破表明，借助人工智能的力量，钢铁行业也能变得智能化、精细化。Shougang Group, one of China's largest steelmakers, is leading the way with an AI-powered visual system that is transforming the entire steelmaking process from labor-driven to model-driven. With this cutting-edge technology in place, the steel giant has boosted production efficiency by over 20 percent and reduced defects by 35 percent.中国大型钢铁企业之一的首钢集团率先采用人工智能视觉系统，将整个炼钢过程从人力驱动转变为模型驱动。借助这一尖端技术，这家钢铁巨头的生产效率提升了 20% 以上，缺陷率降低了 35%。Exemplifying the shift toward digital and intelligent industrial transformation, the AI-powered system was named as one of the top 10 benchmark applications at the 2025 Global Digital Economy Conference, which wrapped up in Beijing on July 5. During the event, business leaders and industry representatives discussed the growing impact of AI across industries, highlighting China's broader push toward smart manufacturing.在 7 月 5 日于北京闭幕的 2025 全球数字经济大会上，这一人工智能系统入选 “十大标杆应用”，成为工业数字化、智能化转型的典范。大会期间，企业领袖和行业代表探讨了人工智能在各行业日益增长的影响，凸显了中国在智能制造领域的广泛推进。"For a company of our size, the top priority in the face of the ongoing AI revolution is to explore how this technology can deliver better solutions to our challenges, and how it improves quality, increases efficiency and reduces cost," said Jiang Xingqun, senior vice-president of BOE Technology Group Co Ltd, one of the world's largest display panel manufacturers.“面对当下的人工智能革命，对于我们这种规模的企业来说，首要任务是探索这项技术如何为我们的挑战提供更好的解决方案，以及如何通过它提质、增效、降本，” 全球最大的显示面板制造商之一京东方科技集团股份有限公司高级副总裁蒋兴群表示。"Traditional visual technology has been widely used for quality checks, but it still falls short in addressing some issues," Jiang said. "This is why we employ AI for data labeling, model training and detection of defects and abnormalities." He noted that in recent years, BOE has also developed its own automated decision-making system, which is already being used in production.蒋兴群说：“传统视觉技术在质量检测中应用广泛，但在解决某些问题上仍有不足。这就是我们采用人工智能进行数据标注、模型训练以及缺陷和异常检测的原因。” 他指出，近年来京东方还开发了自主的自动化决策系统，目前已应用于生产中。The company has been actively seeking ways to integrate AI into display panel manufacturing, a comprehensive process that encompasses quality inspection, monitoring and analysis, defect repairs and equipment maintenance. With the help of AI, BOE has effectively improved graphic processing efficiency, shortened defect handling cycles and reduced labor costs.该公司一直在积极探索将人工智能融入显示面板制造的方法，这一综合过程涵盖质量检测、监控分析、缺陷修复和设备维护。在人工智能的助力下，京东方有效提升了图像处理效率，缩短了缺陷处理周期，并降低了人力成本。Similarly, numerous companies across the country are accelerating their digital transformation efforts. According to the China Internet Development Report 2024, the country now has nearly 10,000 digitalized workshops and intelligent factories. Of these, more than 400 have been recognized as national-level benchmark factories in smart manufacturing, utilizing technologies such as AI and digital twins.同样，全国众多企业都在加速推进数字化转型。《中国互联网发展报告 2024》显示，目前我国已拥有近 1 万家数字化车间和智能工厂。其中，有 400 多家被认定为国家级智能制造标杆工厂，它们运用了人工智能、数字孪生等技术。Industry insiders highlighted that the costs of large models have dropped sharply over the past year, creating favorable conditions for the application of AI technologies. Ruan Yu, vice-president of Baidu, noted that as costs continue to fall, large AI models are becoming a core productivity tool for an increasing number of enterprises.业内人士强调，过去一年，大模型的成本大幅下降，为人工智能技术的应用创造了有利条件。百度副总裁阮瑜指出，随着成本持续降低，人工智能大模型正成为越来越多企业的核心生产力工具。According to Zhang Di, vice-president of Kuaishou Technology and technical head of Kling AI, AI video generator technology will continue to evolve. By providing interactive and lifelike environments, it will further boost the development of the industrial internet and accelerate the digital transformation of manufacturing and other traditional industries, Zhang said.快手科技副总裁、灵犀 AI 技术负责人张迪表示，人工智能视频生成技术将持续发展。通过提供交互式、逼真的环境，该技术将进一步推动工业互联网的发展，加速制造业等传统产业的数字化转型。In recent years, the Chinese government has introduced a wide range of measures to accelerate AI innovation and promote its application, intending to support new industrialization and the development of the industrial sector.近年来，中国政府出台了一系列措施，加快人工智能创新并推动其应用，旨在支持新型工业化和工业领域的发展。sophisticated /səˈfɪstɪkeɪtɪd/ 精密的，复杂的defect /ˈdiːfekt/ 缺陷，瑕疵integrate /ˈɪntɪɡreɪt/ 融入，使一体化digitalize /ˈdɪdʒɪtəlaɪz/ 使数字化，以数字形式呈现

Welcome to 'AI Lawyer Talking Tech', the podcast where we explore the cutting-edge intersection of artificial intelligence and the legal profession. Today, we examine the profound shifts reshaping legal work, from how attorneys maintain their expertise to the very structure of legal services. South Dakota attorneys, for instance, have moved towards mandatory continuing legal education (CLE) to ensure they remain current on evolving laws and techniques, reflecting a broader need for adaptation across the profession. SD attorneys vote in favor of mandatory ongoing education07 Jul 2025Newscenter1.tvLexisNexis and Harvey Announce Alliance to Integrate Trusted, High-Quality AI Technology and Legal Content and Develop Advanced Workflows07 Jul 2025Legal ReaderStudy Committee on Legal Regulatory Reform07 Jul 2025GA Supreme CourtColin Levy Says Contracts Are Data — So Why Aren't Legal Teams Listening?07 Jul 2025Above The LawBy Opus 2 and Above the Law07 Jul 2025Above The LawUsing data to unlock your law department's potential07 Jul 2025Thomson ReutersMeet Me At ILTACON: Opus 2 And AI Workbench07 Jul 2025Above The LawAI for Small Law Firms: Work Smarter, Cut Costs, Win More07 Jul 2025JD SupraPersonal productivity – the missing piece in adapting to AI07 Jul 2025Counsel MagazineThe Next Legal Nightmare: Compliance Risks of Unmanaged AI and SaaS Access07 Jul 2025Articles, Tips and Tech for Law Firms and LawyersPinsent Masons and ContractPodAi forge strategic partnership to expand AI-powered legal services07 Jul 2025ContractPodAiKeep The Hour, But Give Clients More ‘For Free'07 Jul 2025Artificial LawyerAgentic Systems vs. Rule-Based Tools in Legal Tech07 Jul 2025Legaltech on MediumWill Florida's New Non-Compete Bill Attract Tech Companies to the Sunshine State? A Thought Experiment07 Jul 2025Fisher & Phillips LLPCalifornia AG Secures Landmark Privacy Settlement Over Tracking: What It Means for Your Website07 Jul 2025Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz PCFTC Focus: Enforcers Study AI Innovation And Entrenchment07 Jul 2025ProskauerEU Considering Simplification of Digital Rules07 Jul 2025Perkins CoieThe Pensions Brief: July 202507 Jul 2025Mayer BrownHow the Trump Administration Justified Ignoring the TikTok Ban - The New York Times04 Jul 2025Criminal Justice And Human Rights Law BlogIn-house lawyers want to call time on billing time04 Jul 2025Roll On FridayNo need to hack when it's leaking: Brandt Kettwick Defense edition04 Jul 2025DataBreaches.Net

The Building and Construction Minister is backing scaling back some insulation standards. The Government's called the changes 'common sense' - with building costs rising more than 40 percent since 2019. It's expected building code insulation requirements will be relaxed by the year's end. Chris Penk says they add huge costs. "Depending on where you are in the country or depending on what the conditions are or which way your house faces, you don't need all of that, you just need some of that. So as long as we can get to the same good overall result without being so prescriptive, then there's money to be saved and houses to be built." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A council in the Hutt Valley is using artificial intelligence to cut LIM wait times, inform residents during emergencies and cut staff workloads. 

If you've ever found yourself wondering how to save money as an entrepreneur without sacrificing growth or burning everything to the ground, you're not alone. But here's the truth: smarter spending, not just less spending, is the real secret to sustainable growth. Today, we're diving into practical, strategic business cost reduction ideas that help you save money in business without cutting corners. This isn’t about panic moves. It’s about making clear, confident decisions that keep your business profitable and resilient. Whether you're trying to regain control of your bottom line or preparing for a season of growth, this guide will show you how to cut costs in a small business without killing your progress. Reminder: My giveaway to celebrate 100 episodes is closing soon. You can win a free 60-minute strategy with me if you share or review the podcast. Fill out this form to show me what you've done, and I'll enter you into the draw: https://airtable.com/app0EKxY1Sa1Ruhfn/pagJLYvxVNe3hhkQe/form **** Enjoyed this episode? Please share it with someone who would benefit. Also, don’t forget to rate and leave a review.  Your feedback not only means the world to me, but it also helps us reach more entrepreneurs like yourself who are ready to amplify their businesses. Questions? Comments? Want to share how this podcast has helped you? Let’s continue the conversation: Join the CEO Amplify Facebook Group. https://www.facebook.com/groups/ceoamplify Email: donna@ceoamplify.ca Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/donna.dube.96 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/donna-dube/ Subscribe to my email newsletter: https://ceoamplify.ca/#kedit_nbhts40zi

The consumer watchdog has written to schools, urging them to consider generic uniform options to help reduce back-to-school costs for families. It follows a survey by the CCPC showing that 75 percent of primary and post-primary schools require at least one uniform item to be purchased from a designated retailer Joining Kieran to discuss this is Louise Bayliss, Head of Social Justice and Policy at Saint Vincent De Paul & Co-Founder of Spark and Lisa O'Sullivan Shaw aka Modern Irish Mom on Instagram

With just over a week to go at the Texas Legislature: what’s passed, what’s stalled, and where we stand. Retailers track your every move to build shopper profiles and offer “personalized discounts.” But these loyalty perks may be more misleading than helpful. Declining enrollment and tight budgets have school districts reevaluating their campuses. In Fort […] The post Fort Worth considers shuttering 14 schools to cut costs appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

This new content series offers small businesses step-by-step guidance on how to reduce manual tasks, cut operational costs, and scale more efficiently using AI automation. AI Software Systems City: Austin Address: Falcon Head Blvd Website: https://aisoftwaresystems.com/

I am Jason Green-Lowe, the executive director of the Center for AI Policy (CAIP). Our mission is to directly convince Congress to pass strong AI safety legislation. As I explain in some detail in this post, I think our organization has been doing extremely important work, and that we've been doing well at it. Unfortunately, we have been unable to get funding from traditional donors to continue our operations. If we don't get more funding in the next 30 days, we will have to shut down, which will damage our relationships with Congress and make it harder for future advocates to get traction on AI governance. In this post, I explain what we've been doing, why I think it's valuable, and how your donations could help. This is the first post in what I expect will be a 3-part series. The first post focuses on CAIP's particular need [...] ---Outline:(01:33) OUR MISSION AND STRATEGY(02:59) Our Model Legislation(04:17) Direct Meetings with Congressional Staffers(05:20) Expert Panel Briefings(06:16) AI Policy Happy Hours(06:43) Op-Eds & Policy Papers(07:22) Grassroots & Grasstops Organizing(09:13) Whats Unique About CAIP?(10:26) OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS(10:29) Quantifiable Outputs(11:21) Changing the Media Narrative(12:23) Proof of Concept(13:44) Outcomes -- Congressional Engagement(18:29) Context(19:54) OUR PROPOSED POLICIES(19:58) Mandatory Audits for Frontier AI(21:23) Liability Reform(22:32) Hardware Monitoring(24:11) Emergency Powers(25:31) Further Details(25:41) RESPONSES TO COMMON POLICY OBJECTIONS(25:46) 1. Why not push for a ban or pause on superintelligence research?(30:17) 2. Why not support bills that have a better chance of passing this year, like funding for NIST or NAIRR?(32:30) 3. If Congress is so slow to act, why should anyone be working with Congress at all? Why not focus on promoting state laws or voluntary standards?(35:09) 4. Why would you push the US to unilaterally disarm? Don't we instead need a global treaty regulating AI (or subsidies for US developers) to avoid handing control of the future to China?(37:24) 5. Why haven't you accomplished your mission yet? If your organization is effective, shouldn't you have passed some of your legislation by now, or at least found some powerful Congressional sponsors for it?(40:56) OUR TEAM(41:53) Executive Director(44:04) Government Relations Team(45:12) Policy Team(46:08) Communications Team(47:29) Operations Team(48:11) Personnel Changes(48:49) OUR PLAN IF FUNDED(51:58) OUR FUNDING SITUATION(52:02) Our Expenses & Runway(53:02) No Good Way to Cut Costs(55:22) Our Revenue(57:02) Surprise Budget Deficit(59:00) The Bottom Line--- First published: May 7th, 2025 Source: https://forum.effectivealtruism.org/posts/9uZHnEkhXZjWzia7F/please-donate-to-caip-post-1-of-3-on-ai-governance --- Narrated by TYPE III AUDIO.

"We cut their supply cost in more than half." Connect With Our SponsorsGreyFinch - https://greyfinch.com/jillallen/MyOrthoVA - https://www.myorthova.com/get-startedSmileSuite - http://getsmilesuite.com/ Summary In this engaging conversation, Jill and Mari Sawtelle discuss the evolution of Mari's career in orthodontics, the establishment and impact of Mary's List, and the importance of understanding supply costs and the gray market in the industry. They explore strategies for cost management in orthodontic practices and the benefits of joining buying groups. Mari emphasizes the need for transparency and efficiency in purchasing, while also sharing insights on how to navigate the challenges faced by orthodontists today. Connect With Our Guest Mari's List - https://marislist.com/ Takeaways Mari Sawtelle has a rich history in orthodontics spanning over 40 years.Mary's List has grown to become the largest orthodontist-exclusive buying group in the U.S.Understanding supply costs is crucial for orthodontists to manage their expenses effectively.The gray market poses significant risks to orthodontic practices, including liability issues.Buying groups can offer substantial savings and transparency in pricing.Efficient ordering systems can save time and reduce costs in orthodontic practices.Orthodontists should be cautious of companies that engage in gray market practices.Regular coaching and support can help practices optimize their supply management.Investing early can lead to better financial security in the long run.Networking and community engagement are vital for growth in the orthodontic field.Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Mari Sawtelle05:36 The Impact of Mary's List on Orthodontics06:07 Understanding the Gray Market in Orthodontics10:33 The Importance of Buying Groups17:32 Strategies for Cost Management in Orthodontic Practices22:43 Advice for New and Existing Orthodontists29:50 Conclusion and Future Engagements Are you ready to start a practice of your own? Do you need a fresh set of eyes or some advice in your existing practice?Reach out to me- www.practiceresults.com.     If you like what we are doing here on Hey Docs! and want to hear more of this awesome content, give us a 5-star Rating on your preferred listening platform and subscribe to our show so you never miss an episode.    New episodes drop every Thursday!    Episode Credits:  Hosted by Jill AllenProduced by Jordann KillionAudio Engineering by Garrett Lucero

Tesla's first-quarter adjusted profits dropped 39 per cent and the IMF has downgraded outlooks for G7 nations and big economies such as China and India. Plus, we take a look at whether BP can turn things around to catch up with its rivals. Mentioned in this podcast:Elon Musk to prioritise Tesla over White House role as profits slumpIMF warns of rising US recession risk and defends Fed policyVladimir Putin offers to halt Ukraine invasion along current front lineWill going back to basics restore BP's fortunes?Donald Trump says he has ‘no intention' of firing Jay PowellThe FT News Briefing is produced by Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian, Ethan Plotkin, Lulu Smyth, and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Katie McMurran, Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Topher Forhecz is the FT's executive producer. The FT's global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The show's theme song is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jR1hMlmuFNA&t=1sToday, we're highlighting Josh's appearance on a standout episode of Digital Hospitality with host Shawn Walchef. They explore the power of storytelling in business, the surprising ROI of podcasting, and the evolving world of restaurant tech. From menu engineering to system integration, the conversation dives deep into the real-world challenges restaurant owners face—including the lessons that only come through failure. Josh also speaks candidly about the value of mentorship and offers actionable advice for aspiring restaurateurs—focusing on what truly drives success: profitability, innovation, and the ability to adapt in a fast-changing industry.Links and resources

ACA Reporting just got a major overhaul — and for once, it's GOOD news!In this episode of Don't HR Alone, Rhamy Alejeal (CEO of People Processes) breaks down the 5 Big ACA changes for 2025, including:• Less paperwork• Flexible deadlines• Easier electronic distribution• Reduced IRS penaltiesLearn how to take full advantage of these updates to simplify your ACA reporting, stay compliant, and avoid costly mistakes.

Hey Mama!    Are you tired of trying to figure out what to serve morning, noon and night? Do you wish groceries were cheaper and less of a hassle to get? Are you ready for a simpler cost effective way to shop for your groceries?    Me too! That is why I have been researching for some better ways to meal plan, not only because I'm tired of having to sit down and come up with a new meal plan every 2 weeks, but also because I am craving some consistency and searching for ways to cut costs. I finally have found some and tried them out and now I'm going to share them with you!    So go cuddle up with a nice warm drink, get comfy with them babies and open your heart to God as we head into today's episode.    Much Love    Molly    P.S. I am offering Budget Audits to help you learn what it takes to fix your finances. Go to calendly.com/mollybenell and book your call today.  . . . Next Steps:  . Book your Budget Audit  . Join The One Income Family Community  . Become a One Income Family Insider . Questions? Email me at mollybenell@gmail.com . Resources:  34.Looking to Cut Costs? The Benefits of a Bi-Weekly Grocery System.  36.4 Reasons You Can't Stick to Your Grocery Budget and What to Do So That You Can 39. Is Your Grocery Budget Getting the Best of You? 4 Ways to Simple Living in the Kitchen That Also Saves You Money 46. Keep Down the Overwhelm With This Simple Beginners Meal Planning System

Are you struggling to hit your fundraising goals? Here's the truth: 70% of your fundraising should be done before your event even begins! In Episode 13 of the "Hey Nonprofits" podcast, hosts Trevor Nelson and Jason Ledlow break down why pre-event fundraising is crucial for nonprofit success. Learn how to engage sponsors early, use personal connections to build momentum, and secure the financial support you need—well before the big day.This episode dives into practical strategies like leveraging existing sponsor relationships, tailoring sponsorship packages to your audience, and the power of transparency to build donor trust. As Trevor and Jason highlight, “Donors won't give unless they feel connected—relationships matter more than you think.” You'll also hear tips on how gratitude and recognition can foster ongoing support and ensure donors feel appreciated.Whether you're a nonprofit leader, development director, or volunteer, this conversation will inspire you to rethink your approach to nonprofit events and equip you with actionable advice to reach your fundraising goals. Tune in now to discover innovative ideas, success stories, and strategies you can start using today to make your next event a success!This video is perfect for anyone looking to modernize their fundraising strategies, achieve better work-life balance while planning events, and connect deeply with donors. Don't forget to leave a comment on what works for your nonprofit and subscribe to the "Hey Nonprofits" podcast for more fundraising tips and ideas!Chapters:0:00 Start Early for Fundraising Success2:15 Why 70% Happens Before the Event5:46 From Casual Gathering to Fundraising Win7:52 Leverage Existing Sponsor Relationships11:39 Build Donor Trust with Transparency13:26 Turn New Donors into Loyal Supporters16:58 Relationships Are the Key to Success18:39 Connect Beyond Organizations22:14 Tailor Sponsorships to Your Audience23:55 Recognize Sponsors for Ongoing Support27:27 Secure Sponsors with Honest Talks29:12 Benefits of Engaging Sponsors Early32:36 Exclusive Pre-Events Boost Interest34:20 Drive Engagement with Exclusivity37:46 Gratitude Builds Long-Term Support39:35 Strengthen Connections During Events42:53 First Impressions Matter44:43 Creative Sponsorship Ideas47:57 Cut Costs with Corporate Sponsors49:41 Pre-Event Hacks for More Funds52:59 Jason's Sponsorship Coaching Tips54:49 Stretch Goals to Unlock Donations

Mark Newman, CEO of Nomi Health, focuses on building an operating system for self-insured healthcare to lower costs, remove friction, and simplify the transaction process for employers and providers. Nomi emphasizes holistic preventative healthcare by eliminating barriers like deductibles and copays to encourage the utilization of primary care, mental health, and other services.  The company leverages technology, AI, and asynchronous care to improve access to diverse communities, including Spanish-speaking and low-income workers. Mark explains, "Our model, starting from scratch and starting from a blank sheet of paper, is focused on getting providers out of the collection business so they can focus on the care business. Simplifying the entire transaction of buying and paying for healthcare has been a revolutionary way for our customers to cut their healthcare costs by 20% to 30%. And someday, I think we can hit 50%." "Last time I checked the cost curve in American healthcare has not slowed down and has done nothing but accelerate. So, in my book, I think value-based care has pretty much failed and has been more of a pipe dream versus reality. Our world is how do we take the same doctors, same care and cut 25% of the cost out of it by removing all the friction and pain points and ambiguity and noise as it relates to what an employer pays for healthcare and what a provider collects for delivering that healthcare. We're betting on our model and hope for the best on things like value-based care or other models, but we haven't seen the results delivered yet."  #NomiHealth #HealthcareIndustry #HealthInsurance #Healthcare #HealthcareCEO nomihealth.com   Listen to the podcast here

Mark Newman, CEO of Nomi Health, focuses on building an operating system for self-insured healthcare to lower costs, remove friction, and simplify the transaction process for employers and providers. Nomi emphasizes holistic preventative healthcare by eliminating barriers like deductibles and copays to encourage the utilization of primary care, mental health, and other services.  The company leverages technology, AI, and asynchronous care to improve access to diverse communities, including Spanish-speaking and low-income workers. Mark explains, "Our model, starting from scratch and starting from a blank sheet of paper, is focused on getting providers out of the collection business so they can focus on the care business. Simplifying the entire transaction of buying and paying for healthcare has been a revolutionary way for our customers to cut their healthcare costs by 20% to 30%. And someday, I think we can hit 50%." "Last time I checked the cost curve in American healthcare has not slowed down and has done nothing but accelerate. So, in my book, I think value-based care has pretty much failed and has been more of a pipe dream versus reality. Our world is how do we take the same doctors, same care and cut 25% of the cost out of it by removing all the friction and pain points and ambiguity and noise as it relates to what an employer pays for healthcare and what a provider collects for delivering that healthcare. We're betting on our model and hope for the best on things like value-based care or other models, but we haven't seen the results delivered yet."  #NomiHealth #HealthcareIndustry #HealthInsurance #Healthcare #HealthcareCEO  nomihealth.com Download the transcript here

I am excited to introduce Efficient Friday! Each week, in 10 minutes or less,  I want to share a super tactical tip, idea, process, hack, etc with you that you can implement in your business right away!I hope you enjoy this new format and I look forward to delivering super fast tips & tricks with you! You can also watch this Efficient Friday as a video on The Efficient Advisor's YouTube Channel!And yes, these are replacing the weekly ideas to implement episodes! Thanks for letting me try something new! In today's episode, we'll discuss:

49ers Insider for KNBR & NBC Sports Bay Area, Matt Maiocco joined Murph & Markus this morning to explain why the 49ers re-signed Kyle Juszczyk, when the team wants to cut costs & get youngerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

49ers Insider for KNBR & NBC Sports Bay Area, Matt Maiocco joined Murph & Markus this morning to explain why the 49ers re-signed Kyle Juszczyk, when the team wants to cut costs & get youngerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you cut costs without cutting staff? My guest today, Lynn Wise, gives you the answer to this question and more. Lynn is the CEO of Contractor in Charge, a company dedicated to helping home service businesses by providing trained customer service pros and bookkeeping assistance. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Twitter - @RuthKing LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

Today on “The Building Code,” Charley and Courtney are chatting with long-time podcast listener, Lucas Comstock, owner and superintendent at JC Builders. Lucas's career began at a young age, working summers during high school under his father. Since 2010, he has worked in various capacities to help guide the business into the next generation. Listen to the full episode to hear more about Lucas's story and how he's using Buildertrend's Group Purchasing feature to save with cashback and discounts.     Learn more about JC Builders: https://www.jcbuilds4u.com/   Check out the benefits of Buildertrend Group Purchasing: https://buildertrend.com/materials-builders/   Read the shownotes for this episode here: https://buildertrend.com/podcast/the-building-code/259-lucas-comstock/   Join “The Building Code” Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thebuildingcodecrew/   FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/buildertrend/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/buildertrend/  TWITTER: https://twitter.com/Buildertrend/ YOUTUBE:  / @buildertrend LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/buildertrend #Buildertrend #BuiltWithBuildertrend #ConstructionSoftware #GroupPurchasing

Layoffs may seem like an easy way for companies to cut costs, but the data tells a different story. In this episode, we dive deep into the financial, operational, and cultural consequences of layoffs, showing how they often backfire by increasing expenses, tanking stock prices, and damaging long-term growth.

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Shoot us a Text.Happy Super Bowl parade day, Eagles fans! Happy Valentine's Day to the rest of you! Today, we're breaking down how Chinese OEMs are able to build lower cost vehicles with more speed than traditional OEMs. Plus, we look at Toyota's plans for more inventory in 2025 and a history of Valentine's Day candy.Show Notes with links:A teardown analysis by Caresoft Global Technologies reveals that Chinese automakers are rapidly surpassing the Detroit 3 in cost efficiency, speed, and innovation. While legacy automakers struggle with outdated manufacturing methods, Chinese brands are cutting costs, streamlining production, and expanding aggressively into global markets.Detroit automakers use 12 rare-earth magnets and steel brackets to secure headliners, while Chinese automakers achieve the same result with inexpensive adhesive strips; similarly, Detroit 3 EVs rely on costly aluminum braces, whereas Chinese EVs use lighter, more affordable plastic or thin metal brackets.Meetings with Chinese automakers take one week compared to two months with German OEMs and nine months for a purchase order from a legacy automaker.At a Caresoft presentation in China, 700 employees showed up on a Saturday—a level of commitment rarely seen in the U.S.Toyota is pushing for increased production and sales in 2025 after a strong 2024, despite supply chain hurdles and stop-sales. The company saw record accessory sales, nearly record parts sales, and a 3% increase in U.S. light-vehicle sales, totaling 1.99 million units.Toyota built over 2 million vehicles in North America in 2024 and plans to increase output in 2025 to improve inventory levels.Toyota dealers have adapted to a lean inventory, high-throughput model, preselling vehicles and managing allocations efficiently.Hybrids and plug-in hybrids made up 43% of U.S. sales in 2024, up from 29% in 2023. Toyota expects 50%+ in 2025, rising to 60-70% long-term as its North Carolina battery plant boosts hybrid production.After weather disruptions at the NADA Show in January, Toyota executives and retailers met virtually this month, where brand head Dave Christ emphasized the company's focus for the year: “Our message [for 2025] is very simple: It's build more and sell more.”Valentine's Day remains a battle between flowers and candy, with 56% of celebrants purchasing candy and 40% buying flowers in 2024. Despite candy's popularity, flower sales ($2.9B) edged out candy sales ($2.5B). Over the years, candy brands have introduced creative and sometimes bizarre Valentine's treats.Here are some key moments in Valentine's Candy History:1868: Cadbury debuts the first heart-shaped candy box.1902: Necco produces its first conversation hearts with sayings like “Be Mine.”2019: Smarties Candy Co adds the sayings “Swipe Right,” “Text Me,” and “YOLO” to their conversation hearts2024: Protein-packed “Meathearts” beef jerky is introduced. Printed sayings include “Meat Me” and “Beef MineHosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

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Jane Melia is the CEO and Co-Founder of Harvest Thermal, revolutionizing home heating with heat batteries.Jane's journey began with a vision to make home electrification both cost-effective and climate-friendly. Harvest Thermal has developed a patented system that combines heat pumps with thermal storage, reducing household emissions by 90% and energy bills by 30%, all while providing unparalleled comfort.Here's the kicker: Jane and her team have successfully navigated the challenges of hardware deployment, secured millions in grant funding, and built a business that's not only scalable but also grid-friendly and future-proof.With heating and hot water responsible for 10% of global emissions, Harvest Thermal is tackling one of the toughest climate challenges, turning it into a win for homeowners and the planet.Get the full episode today to hear:How Harvest Thermal is cutting bills and emissions while keeping homes cozyThe secrets to scaling hardware technology in a competitive marketWhy heat batteries are the key to making electrification affordable and sustainableHow Jane balances product innovation with deployment strategy to drive impact at scaleDon't miss a moment! If you want to get the full discussion, become a paid subscriber today or redeem your trial upgrade to test it out. 

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Lots of people have birthdays in December, how do you handle that during the holidays without getting cheated on with gifts. Growing up, what was the one toy you couldn't get/afford, but can today? Study says: 25% of families threaten to use Santa on kids if they're misbehaving. 2,000 people got surveyed for what holiday tradition needs to go! 42% will re-gift to cut costs...we're guilty of doing that too!