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New Research Estimates TPI Clients Have Saved $50 Billion Through Sourcing

TPI, the largest sourcing data and advisory firm in the world and a unit of Information Services Group, Inc. (ISG) (Nasdaq: III), an industry-leading information-based services company, today announced new research showing it has helped clients save an estimated $50 billion through the use of sourcing strategies. In a random sample of 120 transactions it [...]

IBM 2010 Global CEO Study: Creativity Selected as Most Crucial Factor for Future Success

According to a major new IBM (NYSE: IBM) survey of more than 1,500 Chief Executive Officers from 60 countries and 33 industries worldwide, chief executives believe that — more than rigor, management discipline, integrity or even vision — successfully navigating an increasing complex world will require creativity. Conducted through in-person interviews with consultants from IBM’s [...]

Law Enforcement Can Find Funding In $5.7 Billion Public Safety Grants

As law enforcement officials look for more ways to supplement budgets and maximize funding, grants are becoming the lifeblood of many public safety programs. For fiscal year 2010, federal grants for justice and public safety and homeland security total $5.7 billion. Attendees will learn about successful grant initiatives from INPUT Senior Analyst Jeff Webster during [...]

Nationwide Businesses Could Benefit from Pennsylvania Tax Amnesty According To State Tax Expert

The clock is ticking for companies wishing to take advantage of the Pennsylvania Tax Amnesty Program (“Program”). Companies can file within the Program’s 54-day grace period, which begins on April 26, 2010. Organizations that comply with the Program’s requirements and pay their past amounts can avoid penalties and one-half of the interest owed on back [...]