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 Feature
Year-End
2007: A Snapshot
A
quick look at the top business stories for 2007 may give you a
distorted view of what actually happened in the past 12 months. Indeed,
the focus on sensational or bad news can make it seem like all was doom
and gloom. However, a rational and objective look at what’s
happened can provide some insights into what will happen in
2008—and that’s exactly what you’ll find in this
snapshot look at the year that was.
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Financial Market Outlook
S&L
Crisis Revisited?
The
rising tide of mortgage losses understandably draws comparisons to the
savings and loan crisis of the late 1980s. After all, each involved
loose real estate lending, unrealistic assumptions about property price
appreciation, and ultimately, saddled lenders with heavy losses.
If this analogy holds up, we should brace ourselves for a long, hard
slog.
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Business Planning & Strategies
Why Firing
Your Worst Customers Isn't Such a Great Idea
Conventional
wisdom holds that bad customers keep your business from thriving. But
research has shown that low-value customers can actually help a
company—and hurt the competition. Find out how principles
of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) can increase the value of
these "bad" customers while still reducing your
cost-to-serve.
Best
Business Books 2007
Oftentimes,
tapping the latest trends or finding out about the newest business
strategies involves pouring over huge volumes or perusing the business
section of the local bookstore. How can you tell the gems from the
fluff lining the shelves? By first reading this review of the best
business books of 2007.
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Finance & Treasury
Finance Bigs Like Mandated Global Accounting
Rules
Should
American companies adopt international financial reporting standards?
If so, when? After all, adopting the standards can level the playing
field among countries already using the standards, making for more
seamless competition. But what are the potential pitfalls? A lively
panel discussion held by the Security and Exchange Commission yielded
some surprising answers.
The Keys to
Effective Financial Supply Chain Management
Financial
supply chain management—the coordination and streamlining of all
moving parts in a company’s financial structure and accounting
procedures—can mean the difference between a business poised for
future growth and one that’s mired in past practices. This
article offers a strategic approach to both the services and financial
transactions associated with a comprehensive chain.
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Trends & Technology
Eight Business Technology Trends to Watch
What
technology trends will emerge in the coming years? More importantly,
how will these trends affect business and the bottom-line? Through
rigorous research, the authors uncover what trends will create lasting
value—trends such as the consumer content-driven aspects of Web
2.0 and increased automation in the manufacturing sector.
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Private Client
Group
The A.R.T. of Investing
See
how the A.R.T. of Investing (After-tax returns, Risk control and Time
horizons) fits into your personal investment strategy. Our CIO and
Equity Research team provide timely market commentary, financial
articles and more.
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Small Business
Need to Succeed? Check Here!
Our
Small Business Resource Center is a treasure trove of information,
advice and resources to help you prosper. Check out the latest things
to help you manage your business.
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Women Business
Owners
The Best, The Brightest
Every month, National City taps the brightest minds
to find valuable information designed specifically for women business
owners—addressing their unique concerns, providing business
management tips, offering inspiration and more.
New! Read our new magazine, Insights for Women in Business, and
sign up for Enews at NationalCity.com/Women!
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