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AMERItalk eJournal - October '13 edition
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About HCI Group, Ltd., HCI Group, Ltd. operates both GlobalAutoIndustry.com and GlobalBusinessProfessor.com portals. GlobalAutoIndustry.com provides information and resources to automotive executives responsible for their company's international development and operations, and helps them with doing business in the global marketplace. The Company's eJournals CHINAtalk, ASIAtalk, EUROtalk, AMERItalk, LATINtalk and GLOBALtalk HR editions, now reach 25,000 automotive supplier subscribers worldwide. The monthly eJournals provide targeted information and insight on doing business in international automotive markets. GlobalBusinessProfessor.com, a global business education platform, helps companies grow and succeed in international markets by providing education and training solutions to global challenges presented by leading experts from around the world. On-Demand Seminars and Audio Interviews provide valuable learning opportunities, while training programs provide effective international solutions to companies' global business and operational needs. Whether your company sources internationally, imports, exports, manufactures in several countries, has joint ventures or plans to do business internationally, you will find valuable help here. Contact us.
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Tennessee Can Become Premier Global Destination for Auto Production
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 New Brookings Report Offers Recommendations to Strengthen Tennessee's Automotive Industry.Newly released research from the Brookings Institution finds that the Tennessee automotive industry must develop a first-rate workforce and ... Read on... |
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Ontario auto industry losing ground to U.S., Mexico: Report
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A new economic report shows Ontario's auto industry is not revving up the economy as much as expected. The Royal Bank of Canada provincial outlook notes auto sales have been booming across North America and production at Ontario auto plant ... Read on... |
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Some Slowdown in September, but US Demand Still Trending Higher
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September auto sales were soft, but Q3 is still tracking above expectations. The inclusion of Labor Day in August boosted that sales report while depressing September which had two fewer selling days this year. September SAAR finished ... Read on... |
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Additional U.S. and Canada automotive articles
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Canadian parts makers must think global in face of dwindling auto production at home
NA Truck Market Performance Mixed in Q3
Canadian auto manufacturing to decline 25% by 2020
Auto Dealers Applaud Congressional Support of International Industry
Moving to Canada - Helping Americans Buy New Cars
To read above articles, please click here...
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MANUFACTURING IN U.S. and CANADA
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Five Myths About U.S. Manufacturing
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 Listening to the average American at a dinner party, a pundit on television or a lawmaker on Capitol Hill, it is easy see why so many believe that very little is being manufactured in the United States these days. The most visible products ... Read on... |
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The U.S. as One of the Developed World's Lowest-Cost Manufacturers: Behind the American Export Surge
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Export manufacturing has recently become the unsung hero of the U.S. economy. Despite all the public focus on the U.S. trade deficit, little attention has been paid to the fact that the country's exports have been growing more than seven ... Read on... |
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Manufacturing Is Alive and Well in Greater Chicago
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Talk all you want about the slow death of the Rust Belt and the globalization of the economy, but manufacturing is still thriving in the greater Chicago area. And the Windy City's freight advantages make the region's industry tick. Read on... |
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Additional U.S. and Canada manufacturing articles
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- August (U.S.) manufacturing technology orders up 4.9%
- Michigan - No. 1 in Manufacturing Jobs Creation. Here's Why.
- Manufacturing the Future: Driving Growth Through Advanced Manufacturing
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Survey: U.S. Economists Upbeat On Economic Growth
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Despite uncertainty in Washington and rising oil prices and interest rates, companies are upbeat on the prospects for economic growth in the next year, according to a quarterly survey of business economists. But economists ... Read on... |
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US Report Urges Action on 'Unprecedented' IP Theft
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 Commission says intellectual property theft costs the United States more than $300 billion each year. A high-powered commission said Wednesday that intellectual property theft was costing the United States the equivalent of ... Read on... |
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Tax incentives for Illinois manufacturers
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Illinois manufacturers who plan to make a substantial capital investment or create new jobs should carefully review tax incentives options early in the planning process. The reason is simple - this early planning and analysis can result ... Read on... |
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Additional legal, tax and finance articles
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INTERNATIONAL SECURITY AND RISK
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"The Cyber Effect: Global Threats" On-Demand Seminar helps companies be proactive in battling theft and destruction
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According to the ProPublica article on August 1, 2012, General Keith Alexander, the director of the National Security Agency and who oversees U.S. Cyber Command, cyberattacks are causing "the greatest transfer of wealth in history." He said the theft of intellectual property costs American companies $250 billion a year. That's our future disappearing in front of us," he said, urging Congress to enact legislation to ... To watch Seminar... |
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U.S. & CANADA HR ARTICLES
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US: The Emboldened Labor Agency Agendas
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 For the first time in a decade, the National Labor Relations Board ("NLRB") is staffed at full strength - with all five board member positions occupied. With the Senate's confirmation of the NLRB's full panel, the NLRB has more power to ... Read on... |
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The U.S. Skills Gap: Could It Threaten a Manufacturing Renaissance?
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These days, there are many reasons to be bullish about the future of U.S. manufacturing. As cost competitiveness in the U.S. continues to improve compared with, for example, China, Japan, and Western Europe, a growing number of companies big and ... Read on... |
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Shortage of engineers hampering manufacturing resurgence, says Wal-Mart CEO
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Attendees at a recent manufacturing conference hosted by Wal-Mart may have expected a wide ranging discussion about the challenges that the industry faces, especially in terms of the retail sector and the global supply chain, but it is ... Read on... |
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Additional U.S. and Canada HR articles
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Will Immigration Reform Affect Manufacturing Wages? Has Canada got talent? Canada is one of the best places to live in the world Midsize Companies Move to Private Health Exchanges To read above articles, please click here |
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Importing from China? "Negotiating Successfully in China" online course
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Negotiate Successfully in China will show you how to:- Construct a negotiation plan that leads to profitable business - not empty promises
- Develop and maintain value-adding relationships and networks
- Find the right partners - and keep them loyal
- Protect your technology, intellectual property and assets
- Identify and leverage your sources of power
- Understand what Chinese negotiators really want - and what they really mean. ...
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"How to Structure the Questions that Win Million Dollar Contracts" with Mia Doucet
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 This is the outline of a questioning structure that evolved over a 9-year period of working with Sales VPs, and Directors of Global Billion Dollar Firms and their teams of engineers to secure multimillion dollar international contracts. Mia has never shared this information outside the training room or boardroom... To view, please click here |
"Legal Issues for Foreign Auto Suppliers in the United States" with Andre Fiebig, David Roche and Shima Roy
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 This OnDemand Seminar covers: Supply Chain Management for Foreign Suppliers in the United States / Limiting the Legal Risks of Foreign Suppliers / Practical Tips in Negotiating Supply Contracts in the United States for Foreign Suppliers / How Foreign Suppliers Can Mitigate Insolvency Risks in the United States / and more... To view, please click here |
"Setting up Manufacturing or Related Operations in the Southeast U.S." with J. Doyle Cotton
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Geared to Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers, the Seminar is targeted at new or expanded assembly / manufacturing facilities, and covers the following agenda: Discussion on culture, history, background of the Southeast / Explanation of workforce and existing suppliers in the area / Discussion of incentives for starting a new business in the area / and more. To view, please click here |
Upcoming OnDemand Seminars
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"The Importance of Accent Reduction for Increased ROI" - interview with Judy Ravin
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 For global companies, communication is a critical competency that impacts talent acquisition, engagement, retention, and innovation. In this segment, Ron Hesse, CEO, interviews Judy Ravin, President of The Accent Reduction Institute. To listen to interview |
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"One Year Old: How Has KORUS FTA Affected the Auto Industry?" - interview with Daniel P. Malone
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 In this segment, Ron Hesse interviews Daniel P. Malone of Butzel Long, regarding the impact of the Korea-US Free Trade Agreement and its impact as the Agreement approaches its first anniversary. To listen to interview |
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"Negotiating with the Chinese" - interview with Andrew Hupert
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Andrew Hupert, NYU Professor, negotiations expert and author of "The Fragile Bridge", conducts a candid 20 minute interview for GlobalBusinessProfessor.com giving tips and insights for negotiating with the Chinese: what to expect and what they expect in return. To listen to interview |
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NORTH AMERICAN GLOBAL HEADLINES
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Did the US government shutdown impact auto sales?
Source: MLive.com
Surge in auto production impairs quality of parts, Ford purchasing boss says
Source: Automotive News
Hong Kong tycoon likely winner of U.S. loan to Fisker Auto-sources
Source: Reuters
Younger Americans Fare Poorly on Skills Against International Peers
Source: The Wall Street Journal
U.S. Has Worst Tax System for Job Creation: King
Source: Bloomberg
Toyota To Export Corollas To Latin America In 2014
Source: Manufacturing Business Technology
Auto industry steels itself for 'conflict minerals' rule
Source: Crains Detroit Business
Only 15% Of Parts In The American-Made Nissan Leaf Come From The US - Here's Why
Source: Green Car Reports
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ADDITIONAL U.S. and CANADA ARTICLES
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Racing To Be Ready - U.S. Ports Prepare for Post Panamax Era
EU, Canada Reach Landmark Free Trade Deal
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