Daugherty Business Solutions Named Top 5 in the Nation for 2024 Top Workplaces USA

 Daugherty is pleased to be recognized by its employees nationwide for this award alongside other companies also dedicated to having an engaged workforce and people-first approach to culture. The announcement was shared at USA Today’s Top Workplaces USA award ceremony held at the Hard Rock Hotel in New York City on March 20, 2024.

Top Workplaces USA celebrates organizations with 150 or more employees that have built great cultures. Over 42,000 organizations were invited to participate in the Top Workplaces USA survey. Winners of the Top Workplaces USA list are chosen based solely on employee feedback gathered through an employee engagement survey, issued by Energage.

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Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 16 years of culture research and the results from 27 million employees surveyed across more than 70,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. 

About Daugherty Business Solutions
For over 38 years, Daugherty has been committed to driving innovation, growth and customer satisfaction across the nation while making a positive difference in the community. With software engineering, data analytics, business advisory services, and technology and delivery leadership, Daugherty delivers significant business results quickly and effectively. Leveraging proprietary tools, techniques, and virtual and regional development centers, Daugherty is a preferred strategic advisor and partner for the Fortune 500, helping customers achieve better and more predictable outcomes for mission-critical initiatives.

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Bridging Business Digitally: Top B2B Websites to Win WebAward

 The Web Marketing Association is looking for the best B2B Websites in the world as part of their 28th annual international WebAward Competition for Web site development at www.WebAward.org. The WebAwards is the standards-defining competition that sets benchmarks for 90 industries, including business to business, based on the seven criteria of a successful Web site. The deadline for B2B web sites to enter to be judged is May 31, 2024.

“B2B websites hold a pivotal role across numerous industries,” remarked William Rice, President of the Web Marketing Association. “Within the B2B sector, a website acts as a potent instrument for lead generation, fostering relationships, and facilitating transactions. These websites cater to the specialized technical requirements of their business clientele, often serving as a hub for industry insights and detailed product data. The WebAward Competition offers a distinct stage for web development agencies and entities behind these B2B sites to demonstrate their prowess in enhancing business expansion through innovative and effective web solutions.”

Web sites are judged on seven criteria including design, innovation, content, technology, interactivity, copy writing and ease of use. Each WebAward entry in the advertising category is judged against other advertising entries in its industry category and then against an overall standard of excellence.

Here are the past Best B2B WebAward winners:

2023 – LFI for CEIBO
2022 – PwC for Tech Effect
2021 – Forcepoint for Forcepoint.com: Driving Lead Gen and Conversion by Humanizing the Cyber-Security Experience
2020 – Vital for PLT HEALTH
2019 – WSI for ISI Crunch
2018 – Top Spot Marketing for ALBIN PUMP USA Website
2017 – Nebo for Buy-Rite Beauty Redesign
2016 – Merrill Corporation for Merrill Corporation Website Redesign
2015 – Red Hat for Red Hat Website
2014 – Property Solutions for Property Solutions Summit
2013 – Flightpath for TransitChek Website
2012 – Imprivata for Imprivata Corporate Website
2011 – Blue Fountain Media for Blue Fountain Media Website
2010 – Zer0 to 5ive for Airclic Website
2009 – Eden Springs Europe SA for Eden Springs UK
2008 – Risdall Advertising Agency for The Occasions Group – Stratford Hall division
2007 – IQ Interactive for UPS Whiteboard
2006 – Luckie and Company- Interactive for Bottlerocket Post
2005 – WORX Multimedia Consulting GmbH for Signity – Inspiration, Innovation, Information
2004 – Universal Studios CPG for Universal Studios Consumer Products Group

All B2B Website entrants benefit from receiving valuable feedback in terms of their specific scores compared against the average scores for their industry. They also may receive specific comments from the WebAward’s professional judging panel on their Web site development efforts.

Winners of a WebAward in the B2B category will also receive:
· A limited-edition Commemorative NFT
· Increased visibility for their company
· Marketing opportunity to promote the company website to the media
· Links to your site from the highly ranked WebAward site to help SEO
· Social media posts for your company and personal feeds
· A highlight for your resume.
· Admiration of peers, friends and co-workers
· Unlimited bragging rights

B2B Websites wishing to be considered for the Best B2B Website can submit their website for consideration at WebAward.org.

The 2024 WebAwards are sponsored by the following leading organizations: PR.com, iContact, and eTailConferences. The Web Marketing Association thanks these companies for their commitment to the entire online marketing community.

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About the WebAwards

The Web Marketing Association was founded in 1997 to help define the standard of excellence for online marketing. Our internationally known award programs, such as WebAward Competition for Website Development, Internet Advertising Competition and the MobileWebAwards, recognize the people and organizations responsible for developing the most effective online marketing programs on the Internet today. Entrants benefit from assessment of their marketing efforts by a professional judging panel and the marketing opportunities presented by being recognized as an award-winning web developer.

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MHI Establishes GX Solutions Business Domain to Promote Energy Transition Business Growth Strategy

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), on April 1, will establish “GX (Green Transformation) Solutions” as a new business domain to promote the energy transition business that MHI Group is pursuing as a growth strategy. By reorganizing the energy transition-related business, which currently spans multiple business divisions, and establishing a structure with enhanced project management and engineering functions, MHI Group will be able to provide one-stop solution for customer needs, and effectively utilize shared resources to enhance responsiveness.

In its 2021 Medium-Term Business Plan announced in October 2020, MHI Group designated “Energy Transition” and “Smart Infrastructure” as dual engines for growth and is currently pursuing energy transition measures with the aim of significantly increasing its corporate value by 2030. In recent years, driven by decarbonization policies in countries around the world, such as the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) which puts in place a system of tax incentives and subsidies for projects relating to energy security and addressing climate change, demand has risen for solutions to support the production and use of hydrogen and ammonia, as well as technologies for CO2 capture and utilization.

Accordingly, the need for integrated proposal and solution capabilities is more acute than ever. In response to these changes in the external business environment, in April 2023, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Engineering, Ltd. (MHIENG), which provides world-class technologies for businesses handing CO2 capture system and related equipment and has a wealth of experience with ammonia plants and transportation systems, was integrated into MHI to establish the Engineering Solutions business domain.

Now, by integrating its energy transition-related businesses, which currently span the Energy Systems business domain (hydrogen and ammonia business development), the Engineering Solutions business domain (CO2 capture system, ammonia plants, transportation systems), and the Growth Strategy Office (hydrogen, ammonia, and CO2 value chains), MHI Group aims to further strengthen its energy transition-related business.

Overview of Organizational Restructuring

1. A part of the Energy Systems business domain’s Energy Transition Department, the Engineering Solutions business domain, and a part of the Growth Strategy Office will be integrated to create the GX Solutions business domain under the direct control of the CEO, which will conduct agile business operations.
2. As a result of this restructuring, the Engineering Solutions business domain will be abolished.Tags: GX,Green Transformation,energy transition,decarbonization

About MHI Group

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com.


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“Un-Lease Your Business: Unlock Wealth, Autonomy and Control by Buying Your Building and Firing Your Landlord,” Amazon Best-selling Book, Free for One Week Only

Chesapeake, VA – WEBWIRE

In Un-Lease Your Business, Paul Neal, a seasoned expert in commercial financing, offers a ground-breaking approach for small business owners. This book delivers a persuasive argument against the conventional practice of leasing their business space, emphasizing the benefits of owning commercial property instead. Drawing from over three decades of experience, Neal equips entrepreneurs with the tools and knowledge needed to transform rental expenses into valuable assets, enhancing their business stability and financial growth.

Neals book serves as a practical guide, demystifying the process of acquiring commercial real estate. It lays out a clear path for entrepreneurs to shift from being perpetual lessees to property owners. Neal emphasizes ownership as a strategic move, offering financial advantages such as building equity, potential tax benefits, and creating new revenue streams. His insights empower business owners to make informed decisions, ultimately leading to increased control over their commercial destiny.

Un-Lease Your Business is not just a book, but a transformative journey for any entrepreneur aiming to elevate their business. Paul Neals guidance fosters a powerful shift in perspective, encouraging readers to embrace property ownership as a key to long-term business success and personal wealth. This book is an essential read for those looking to break free from the limitations of leasing and step into the realm of financial independence and business prowess.

The book will be free and available for download on Amazon for this upcoming week only (3/11/24 – 3/15/24). Get your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/Lease-Your-Business-Autonomy-Building-ebook/dp/B0CPCJ5RGF/

Un-Lease Your Business has reached #4 on Amazon in the Business & Money/Consulting Category with an average 5.0 star review rating. Heres what some of the reviewers have said:

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The 2023 business year: Bosch increases sales and result despite headwind

Stuttgart, Germany – WEBWIRE

Weak economic situation increases cost pressure achievement of target margin delayed

  • Through supreme effort: exchange rate-adjusted sales increased 8 percent to 91.6 billion euros / EBIT margin from operations rose to 5 percent.
  • Broad footprint: focused portfolio management strengthens strategic direction.
  • Realignment: integrated Mobility business sector live since January 2024.
  • Stefan Hartung: Despite a headwind in the 2023 business year, we are continuing to invest proactively in technologies that will shape the future, especially those related to climate action.
  • Markus Forschner: The headwind remains, which is why we are pushing back our timeline for achieving our target margin. We must continue balancing our efficient use of capital resources and our profitability in order to finance future growth.

The Bosch Group met its expectations despite the challenges of the 2023 business year: According to preliminary figures, the supplier of technology and services generated1sales of 91.6billion euros and thus grew 8 percent after adjusting for exchange-rate effects (nominal growth of 4 percent). The EBIT margin from operations reached 5 percent, a slight improvement on the previous year (4.3 percent), and thus met expectations. For Bosch, 2023 was tougher than expected. Through a supreme effort, we were able to increase our sales and improve our margins. We made progress despite the strong headwind, saidDr.Stefan Hartung, chairman of the board of management of Robert Bosch GmbH, at the presentation of the companys preliminary business figures. Given the difficult conditions, this is an impressive achievement by our associates. The years ahead will demand a lot from all of us as well.

In the past business year, Bosch was able to further expand its growth areas, advance the transformation of its mobility business, and strengthen the competitiveness of all its business areas. Were continuing to invest proactively in technologies that will shape the future especially technologies related to climate action. However, were seeing a delay in the market penetration of such technologies, and momentum from the market has slowed. We need to respond to the weaker order situation and work hard on our competitiveness thats the only way we can finance our future growth. Given these circumstances, Bosch expects there will be a need for adjustment in several areas, such as the Mobility business sector. The latter recently entered into talks on this with employee representatives. Any necessary personnel adjustments should be as socially acceptable as possible. In accordance with the works agreement concluded with employee representatives in summer 2023 for the Mobility locations in Germany, redundancies are off the table until the end of 2027. Change can succeed only through social partnership. We are also committed to Germany as an industrial location and, in particular, as a manufacturing location, Hartung said. In addition, Bosch wants to continue hiring in particularly promising business areas and reskill as many associates as possible to move them from shrinking areas to growing ones. By 2030, the company plans to spend around 4billion euros in total on training and reskilling. This will also require willingness on the part of associates.

Climate policy: instability weakening market momentum

The fight against climate change remains an important concern for technology companies like Bosch and is opening up numerous business opportunities. Bosch recently presented technologies and solutions forsustainable energy useat CES, the U.S.-based consumer electronics show. Hartung believes that current climate policies are destabilizing the business environment for many companies. When implementation is inconsistent, as we recently saw with Germanys sudden abolition of electric-car subsidies, problems arise, he said. An erratic policy structure impedes long-term purchasing decisions. The economy needs more predictability in fact, as much as possible. At the same time, Hartung showed understanding for policymakers: many governments in Western countries are under both austerity pressure and populist criticism, while at the same time having to protect prosperity and mitigate global warming.

Growth strategy: investment to supplement innovation

Even in the current weak economic situation, Bosch is making progress and sticking to its strategic goals: the company aims to be one of the top three suppliers in its key markets and to position itself effectively in all regions of the world. Even and especially in times of transformation, our broad footprint across industries and regions proves invaluable, Hartung said. That does not rule out focused portfolio management, however. This includes the decision to have the Building Technologies division concentrate on the systems integration business and to sell the majority of its product business. Furthermore, Bosch acquired Climatec in 2015 andPaladin Technologieslast year in order to strengthen its position in the North American building automation market.

Bosch is also successfully expanding areas of growth it has defined, such as the semiconductor business. With its investment in theESMCEuropean joint venture and its acquisition of awafer fabin Roseville, U.S., Bosch made significant investment decisions in 2023. The company is aiming for further growth with the manufacture ofsilicon-carbide chips, or SiC chips for short. These semiconductors are used in the power electronics of electric cars and can increase driving range. By building silicon-carbide structures vertically and no longer on a flat plane, we can further increase the power density of the chips. We were the first SiC manufacturer to put this technology on the road, and with the second generation, we were able to increase performance by a further 30 percent in 2023, Hartung said, pointing to the companys innovative strength. At Bosch, investment supplements innovation. Starting in 2026, Bosch plans to manufacture the first vertically structured SiC chips on cost-effective 200-millimeter wafers.

Transformation in the mobility industry: standardization to promote electromobility

Bosch is responding to the transformation of the automotive industry with the biggest realignment of its core business in the companys history. The integratedMobilitybusiness sector has been in place since the beginning of 2024. One of its new features is horizontal responsibility for three areas of future importance: software, semiconductors, and vehicle computers. As Bosch moves toward themobility of the future, it plans to improve how it leverages emerging and established technologies to maximize its business opportunities.

For example, there has been a boost in demand for new redundant braking systems, which support automated and electrified driving in particular. Hartung reports that Bosch is aiming for 10percent annual growth here up through 2030. Overall, we are growing twice as fast as the competition with our braking systems. We are also maintaining our sales in ESP, although the market volume here is declining. With regard to electromobility, Hartung believes there is still much to do, such as remedying the lack of charging stations and affordable electric cars in Europe. China was able to increase its automobile exports by 60 percent last year, an achievement that should give us pause for thought, he said. We know that our Chinese customers prefer standardization in electric powertrain solutions this yields economies of scale that we in Europe cannot afford to miss out on.

Business developments in 2023: strong growth in Mobility and in Energy and Building Technology

In 2023, sales development in Boschs business sectors showed a mixed picture. At 56.3billion euros in 2023,Mobilityremained the Bosch business sector with the strongest sales. It achieved growth of 7percent, or 11percent adjusted for exchange-rate effects. Our products are in demand, both in traditional and new areas of business. This motivates us to continue developing the sector, a task that will still demand a lot from us, saidDr. Markus Forschner, member of the board of management and chief financial officer of Robert Bosch GmbH. TheIndustrial Technologybusiness sector achieved sales of 7.5billion euros. This figure is 8percent higher than in the previous year due to the acquisition of HydraForce; adjusted for exchange-rate effects, this represents an increase of 10percent. In theConsumer Goodsbusiness sector, sales amounted to 19.9billion euros. Marked consumer restraint had a significant impact on our power tools and household appliances businesses, Forschner said. At 7percent, sales were down on the previous year; adjusted for exchange-rate effects, this was a slight decline of 1percent. TheEnergy and Building Technologybusiness sector saw strong sales growth of 9percent to 7.6billion euros. After adjusting for exchange-rate effects, this increase rises to 11percent. Here we benefited not only from heavy demand for energy-efficient and renewable heating technology but also from the expansion of our service business in the Bosch Global Service Solutions division, Forschner said.

Business developments in 2023: strongest growth in Europe and North America

Regional sales development at Bosch presented a mixed picture as well. Europe and North America posted the strongest nominal growth, Forschner said. InEurope, sales grew by 6percent to 46.8billion euros, an increase of 8percent after adjusting for exchange-rate effects. Sales inNorth Americarose to 15.2billion euros an increase of 4percent, or 8percent after adjusting for exchange-rate effects. InSouth America, sales were 1.7billion euros, down 6percent on the previous year. Adjusted for exchange-rate effects, however, growth amounted to 4percent. The weak Brazilian real was a decisive factor here, Forschner explained. Sales inAsia Pacificclimbed slightly by 1percent to 27.9billion euros, or by 9percent when adjusted for exchange-rate effects. These figures reflect the weaker development in several sectors of the Chinese economy, Forschner said. Our strong growth in India and Japan was only partially able to offset this.

Headcount development in 2023: employment at a stable level

As of December 31, 2023, the Bosch Group employed some 427,600 people worldwide. According to preliminary figures, this is around 7,600 or around 2percent more than in the previous year. In Germany, the number of associates remained virtually unchanged at 133,800.

Outlook for 2024: weak growth stimulus from the global economy

For the current year, Bosch is still expecting only moderate global economic growth of 2 to 2 percent. According to our estimates, the global economy wont start picking up momentum until 2025, Forschner said. The outlook in all our key sectors is gloomy. In the automotive industry, Bosch expects production levels in 2024 to be similar to those of the previous year. The company predicts the economic downturn in mechanical engineering will continue and doesnt expect demand for consumer goods to rebound until 2025. In the energy sector, Bosch believes that customers willingness to buy remains subdued, particularly in the key German market. The reason for this is the uncertainty among homeowners about future regulations for heating systems. The company is not counting on any support from the markets in the 2024 business year either. We are keeping a firm eye on our target margin of at least 7percent, even if we have to make considerable upfront investments in a lukewarm economic environment, Forschner said. At any rate, Bosch is pushing back its previous timeline for achieving its target margin by one to two years. The company intends to further intensify its efforts to improve costs and competitiveness in order to successfully tap into future markets. Forschner added: We are striving for a balance between profitability and efficient use of our capital resources on the one hand and the upfront investments for tomorrows growth on the other.

1Based on internal reporting; may differ from external figures published in annual report.