April, 2008 - Economic Stimulus Act Offers Tax Deductions on Equipment Purchases
By Corinne Kator, Associate Editor -- Modern Materials Handling
If the shaky economy has you putting the brakes on plans to buy new equipment this year, you may want to put those plans back in motion. Investing in capital equipment before the end of 2008 could result in significant tax benefits thanks to the Economic Stimulus Act that Congress passed earlier this year...[More]

April, 2008 - Navigating in a Soft Economy
By Giovanni Coratolo, Executive Director, Small & Mid-Market Businesses Councils, U.S. Chamber of Commerce
If you do a Google search using the phrase "surviving in an economic downturn," you will find a wealth of articles recommending that you closely monitor receivables, minimize your inventory, cut unnecessary expenses, and operate a leaner and more cost-effective operation. All of these suggestions have merit, but they are things you should always do-in good times or bad...[More]