https://articleseen.com/rss/rssauthor.aspx?auth=jim cochranArticleSeen.com - Submit your quality article for maximum exposureCopyright 2009 ArticleSeenhttps://articleseen.com/Article_a-management-consultant’s-guide-to-errors-omissions-insurance_28182.aspxIf you’re in the business of management consulting, you know that plenty can go wrong over the course of an engagement. Whether you actually make an error in judgment or things go awry due to events beyond your control, you’re at risk of a lawsuit if your client isn’t happy. Thu, 05 Aug 2010 07:21:10 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_errors-omissions-insurance-policy-exclusions-–-understand-your-liability-coverage_26306.aspxErrors and omissions insurance, also known as professional liability or E&O insurance, is designed to protect you against a client's claim of negligent acts, omissions or errors you make while performing professional services.Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:53:01 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_early-cancellation-of-errors-omissions-insurance-policies-–-what-to-expect_25157.aspxIf you’re thinking about canceling your errors & omissions insurance policy before the end of the one-year term, it pays to understand how much of a refund or "return premium" to expect. The return premium is the amount of the insurance premium that was not used or "earned."Mon, 12 Jul 2010 03:34:44 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_can-i-change-my-business-insurance-or-professional-liability-insurance-limits-as-my-needs-change_24109.aspxMany small business owners purchase higher limits on their errors & omissions insurance because their client contracts require it. But what about when those contracts expire? Is it a good idea to save a little money by reducing your professional liability policy limits? Or, what if you already have coverage, but a new contract requires a higher policy limit? Can you increase coverage in the middle of the annual policy term?Fri, 02 Jul 2010 00:24:33 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_understand-the-exclusions-of-your-general-liability-insurance-policy-don’t-be-left-uncovered_23294.aspxThere’s a lot of peace of mind that comes from knowing your small business is insured. But it is important to understand your business's risks and what the various types of business liability insurance are intended to cover.Thu, 24 Jun 2010 11:44:51 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_understand-the-exclusions-of-your-general-liability-insurance-policy-–-don’t-be-left-uncovered_23293.aspxThere’s a lot of peace of mind that comes from knowing your small business is insured. But it is important to understand your business's risks and what the various types of business liability insurance are intended to cover.Thu, 24 Jun 2010 11:31:29 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_business-interruption-insurance-keeps-your-small-business-running-during-a-disaster_23292.aspxIt’s a small-business-owner’s worst nightmare: a fire or natural disaster wipes out your business’ headquarters, leaving you and your team with no computers, no office equipment and nowhere to work. Although the right property insurance policy would cover the physical losses and damage to your small business, getting back to serving your customers will take additional time and money.Thu, 24 Jun 2010 11:02:22 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_errors-and-omissions-q-a-–-answers-from-a-liability-insurance-professional_21577.aspxIf you’re an independent systems integrator or custom programmer, you’ve probably heard about errors and omissions (E&O) coverage. It’s one of the most important types of insurance for any small business, and it’s often required by client contracts. Wed, 09 Jun 2010 05:39:39 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_lapsing-eo-insurance-coverage-–-how-to-keep-continuous-liability-insurance-coverage_20264.aspxIf you’ve decided to purchase professional liability insurance, you know the value of protecting your business against claims of professional negligence. But it’s also critically important to understand the reasons why, as long as you’re in business, you should never let your policy lapse.Thu, 27 May 2010 23:21:51 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_how-to-determine-if-a-business-risk-is-insurable-or-not_19392.aspxBusiness insurance is designed to protect your IT company against risk, or the likelihood of a loss. But it’s important to understand that even the most comprehensive insurance policies don’t cover every type of risk, and don’t offer unlimited compensation in the event of a claim.Wed, 19 May 2010 23:39:48 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_managing-expectations-how-to-keep-it-project-clients-informed-and-happy_10882.aspxOne of the most critical responsibilities of an IT project manager is keeping a project on track. Clients don’t like surprises, especially the kind that cost time and money.Sat, 13 Feb 2010 03:56:59 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_managing-marketing-clients’-expectations-it’s-about-trust_10615.aspxWorking as a marketing consultant is as much about finessing the client relationship as it is about developing effective marketing campaigns. Your business’s survival depends on customer satisfaction, so earning and keeping your client’s trust is a big part of your job.Tue, 09 Feb 2010 21:51:43 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_lessons-learned-building-on-success-with-marketing-post-project-reviews_10581.aspxIn business as in life, learning from our mistakes and successes is the best way to improve. As marketing consultants, the most informative feedback comes from our clients. That’s why formal project reviews are one of the best ways for marketing consultants to get better at what they do.Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:10:42 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_management-consulting-project-review-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly_10567.aspxAs is true with any profession, management consultants get better at their jobs with time and experience. That’s particularly true for consultants who make a point of conducting project assessments, gathering their clients’ feedback at the end of a project, and then using that feedback to ensure improved performance on future engagements.Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:07:05 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_key-word-in-managing-customer-expectations-communication_10547.aspxAs a management consultant, you know that customer satisfaction and your business reputation are closely linked. If your consulting engagement misses the mark – or even if your client just perceives it that way – your future business prospects are on the line.Tue, 09 Feb 2010 03:39:04 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_ongoing-quality-testing-cuts-it-project-management-risks_8898.aspxBecause risk management and IT project management go hand-in-hand, experienced IT project managers never start a project without a risk-management strategy in mind. Often, at the heart of that strategy is a strong focus on quality control.Fri, 15 Jan 2010 23:22:53 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_with-systems-integration-or-programming-projects-an-informed-client-is-a-happy-client_8499.aspxWhen it’s your job as the systems integrator or custom programmer to make sure that a project stays on track, your reputation – and future business prospects – are on the line. No client wants to hire a consultant, only to be surprised to learn months later that the project is over budget, beset by technical problems or plagued by unexpected delays.Sat, 09 Jan 2010 01:09:04 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_clear-documentation-equals-better-results-from-your-it-project-subcontractors_6998.aspxMany IT project managers find that using subcontractors is an excellent alternative to hiring full-time staffers. IT project managers may choose to hire independent contractors to assist with one project, or bring them on-board on a long-term basis.Mon, 14 Dec 2009 23:27:02 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_change-control-process-reduces-it-project-surprises-and-delays_6989.aspxScope changes are so common in IT projects that many IT project managers have learned to expect them and simply take them in stride. But there’s no reason to let “project scope creep” slow your implementation down. Starting out with a good plan for managing scope changes can help you keep your project on track and your clients happy.Mon, 14 Dec 2009 21:47:35 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_two-key-words-when-providing-ongoing-software-support-be-specific_6962.aspxOnce you've developed and installed software for a client, your work may not be done. In many cases, software developers provide ongoing software maintenance and support for their clients. Offering this service is an excellent way to build a longstanding relationship with your client while potentially gaining a long-term source of income.Mon, 14 Dec 2009 03:39:09 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_media-liability-insurance_6921.aspxAs technologies advance, so grow new liabilities. Nowhere is this more evident than in the area of creating, storing, sharing and transmitting electronic information. Previously, only the publishing and broadcast media industries needed to be largely concerned with liabilities related to copyright infringement, libel, slander and defamation.Sun, 13 Dec 2009 23:45:13 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_software-license-agreements-protect-the-value-of-your-hard-work_6877.aspxAs a software developer, you know how important a good software license agreement can be. Without one, there’s nothing to stop the purchaser of your software from redistributing the products of your hard work with no profits to you.Fri, 11 Dec 2009 22:01:18 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_the-role-of-enrolled-agents-accountability-and-protection-during-tax-season_6070.aspxAn enrolled agent is a federally-authorized tax practitioner who has technical expertise in the field of taxation and who is empowered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury to represent taxpayers before all administrative levels of the Internal Revenue Service for audits, collections, and appeals.Fri, 27 Nov 2009 06:41:23 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_what-it-takes-to-become-a-professional-tax-preparer_6068.aspxTaxes can be overwhelming which is why there is such a large market for tax preparation services. There are many different types of tax preparers and each title has certain requirements that must be maintained in order to establish its position.Fri, 27 Nov 2009 06:32:17 GMThttps://articleseen.com/Article_employment-contract-can-be-a-valuable-part-of-your-hiring-process_5613.aspxFor many small businesses, success goes hand-in-hand with the need for more employees. While growth is something to celebrate, adding people to your team also adds a new level of risk to your operation. Most small businesses don’t have a legal or human resources department to protect the company’s interests as an employer.Wed, 18 Nov 2009 03:58:58 GMT