Winter storms may have made it difficult to traverse the roads in parts of New Jersey this week, but not all employees are on holiday. For some, the slick, snow-covered commutes are a necessity. But those companies looking to boost process improvement and sales effectiveness might have considered another option – working from home. Telecommuting…
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Snow keeps many shoppers, workers home
New Jersey was part of the region that got slammed with heavy snow over the weekend, with some parts of the state reporting more than 22 inches of snowfall. Senate President Steve Sweeney, acting as the state’s governor while both the governor and lieutenant are out of state, declared a state of emergency last night,…
Retailers stingy with the deals this season
You might have seen in the news this morning that fewer retailers are offering big holiday deals and discounts this season. Apparently, retailers have been able to avoid the steep discounts that eat their profits, because people are willing to spend a bit more again. For example, Wal-Mart, the world’s biggest retailer, has raised prices…
N.J.-based A&P grocery files for bankruptcy
New Jersey-based Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Co. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy yesterday as a result of both the economic downturn and competition. NJ.com reports that the company says its stores will remain stocked and open. According to Sam Martin, the company’s chief executive officer: The filing was “difficult but necessary.” “(We) concluded that…