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Aerospace & Defense | Automotive | Banking & Securities | Consumer Business | Energy & Resources | FIN 48 | Federal and State Government | Financial Services | Health Care Providers | Health Plans | Insurance | Life Sciences | Oil & Gas | Power & Utilities | Private Equity, Hedge Funds, & Mutual Funds | Process & Industrial Products | Real Estate | Technology & Media | Technology, Media, & Telecom | Telecom | Tourism, Hospitality & Leisure
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| Aerospace & Defense |
Can You Be Profitable Through Performance-Based Logistics?
April 10, 2008
Host: Jim Schwendinger, Principal - Deloitte Consulting LLP
As aerospace and defense companies shift their focus to performance- based logistics, many are struggling to find a profitable approach. How are leading companies grappling with the critical issues in this new environment, which will ultimately determine their success or failure?
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Reducing Materials Costs: Small Steps Toward Big Savings Potential
January 17, 2008
Many manufacturers have achieved competitive advantage by cutting materials costs. Why do aerospace and defense companies struggle with this and what can they do about it? We’ll discuss:
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| Automotive |
Sole Source and Cost Plus Contracts: Beneficial and Profitable for Whom?
May 8, 2008
Host: Michelle Collins, Partner - Deloitte & Touche LLP
Automotive companies negotiate sole source and cost plus contracts with suppliers to secure their supply chain at a competitive price. But could accounting issues be giving your suppliers an unfair advantage?
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Strategic Growth From Demand-Driven Supply Chains
February 14, 2007
Automotive manufacturers have reached the point of diminishing returns when it comes to cost-cutting for profitability. Instead, the top priority for automotive executives today is driving sustainable, profitable growth. How are leading automotive manufacturers achieving this objective? We’ll discuss:
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| Banking & Securities |
Online Loans: The Silver Lining in the Cloud Over The Mortgage Industry?
May 27, 2008
Host: Drew Tyrie, Principal - Deloitte Consulting LLP
With the subprime and credit crisis still unfolding, many lending industry executives are wondering what they need to do not just to survive, but to emerge stronger than before.
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Global Perspectives in Retail Banking: Leading Practices for Transforming the Branch
May 20, 2008
Host: Don Ogilvie, Independent Chairman - Deloitte LLP
Leading financial institutions are literally putting the retail back in banking and focusing on the structural factors that make it work, including branch location, customer experience, and the skills of the branch sales force. What will this mean for branch networks worldwide over the next 10 years?
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Retail Payments: How to Gain More Consumer Trust
February 26, 2008
To stand out in the increasingly competitive payments industry, providers must establish a strong sense of trust with their customers. What can you do to better gain consumer trust? We’ll discuss:
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Integrated Compliance Risk Management: An Enterprise-Wide Approach to Reducing Costs While Improving Effectiveness
February 5, 2008
Most financial institutions have had to comply with a complex web of laws, regulations, and supervisory guidance – often responding with a series of independently managed applications. This often leads to duplicative information collection, policy creation, and large volumes of reporting across the enterprise – requiring additional testing and oversight. How can you better manage this burden? We’ll discuss:
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| Consumer Business |
Transparent Markets: Falling Barriers, Rising Consumers
February 21, 2007
Fueled by the near-limitless amount of information now available openly and globally, markets are vast, the playing field is level, and consumers are empowered like never before. What does this transparent new world of consumerism mean for consumer business companies? We’ll discuss:
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Consumer Economic Update: Will Housing Break the Bank?
January 24, 2008
The U.S. economy is skating on thin ice and at risk in 2008 of breaking through. The banks have a host of bad debt problems – total write-offs due to falling housing prices and bad sub-prime mortgage debt may reach half a trillion dollars. How will these factors impact the consumer business sector in 2008? We’ll discuss:
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Counterfeit and Unsafe Goods: Are You Doing Enough to Protect Your Customers and Brand?
June 19, 2008
Host: Patrick Conroy, Principal - Deloitte LLP
Counterfeit and unsafe goods are creating critical problems for U.S. consumer business companies, impacting both their supply chains and intellectual asset value chains. What can you do to identify and manage your risks and protect your company’s reputation?
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Shopper Marketing: Building More In-Store Demand
May 22, 2008
Host: Patrick Conroy, Principal - Deloitte LLP
In the constant struggle to connect with consumers and create loyalty, what are leading consumer products manufacturers and retailers doing to make the retail store environment more alluring to shoppers?
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Global Trends: What Leading Companies Need to Know to Stand Out from the Crowd
April 17, 2008
Host: Patrick Conroy, Principal - Deloitte LLP
With global economic growth slowing, largely as a result of the credit crunch in the U.S., how are the world’s top retailers and consumer product manufacturers responding?
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| Energy & Resources |
Unclaimed Property: A Growing Imperative For Energy and Resources Companies
January 23, 2008
Energy companies, both in the oil and gas and utilities sectors, face unclaimed property issues unique to their industry. What types of complex challenges can unclaimed property compliance hold for you? We’ll discuss:
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| Federal & State Government |
Government Performance Strategy: Bridging the Finance Gap
June 5, 2008
Host: Greg Pellegrino, Principal - Deloitte Consulting LLP
Many government agencies lack the necessary financial management tools and capabilities to make insightful, strategic decisions during an economic downturn. How can governments cope with this gap?
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Web 2.0: The Power to Transform Government Services
May 1, 2008
Host: Greg Pellegrino, Principal - Deloitte Consulting LLP
The next generation of Internet tools is here — social networking, wikis, and blogs are changing the way society interacts, information is shared, and public opinion is formed. Will governments harness the innovative power of these tools or shy away from them?
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Government’s Green Imperative: Enabling Sustainability Through Information Technology
April 3, 2008
Public sector organizations are being compelled to become more environmentally and socially responsible. How can government agencies leverage IT as a catalyst to jumpstart green changes?
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Bold Steps: Leadership Lessons For Transforming Government
March 6, 2007
With the tenure of newly elected national leaders hovering at 3.5 years, it is hard to argue that making an impact is simply a matter of good timing. What distinguishes bold government transformations and big investments that succeed from those that fail?
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Integrated Performance Management: Driving Strategy and Delivering Value
February 7, 2007
Changes in the public sector financial environment have caused government agencies to struggle with making informed decisions. How can an integrated strategic plan help agencies improve mission performance? We’ll discuss:
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Winning the Workforce War: Talent Management Strategies
January 10, 2007
A deep disconnect is imminent in the American workforce, driven by two demographic trends: the retirement of the baby boomers, and a smaller pool of younger people to replace them. How difficult will the loss of workers, coupled with a lower level of interest by potential employees, make it for government to replace its retirees? We’ll discuss:
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| FIN 48 |
Special Edition Webcast: FIN 48 Adoption: Will Hedge Funds and Private Equity Firms Be Ready?
April 14, 2008
Host: Rita Benassi, Partner - Deloitte Tax LLP
In February, the FASB deferred the effective date of FIN 48 – Accounting for Uncertain Tax Positions – for nonpublic enterprises. Why might some hedge funds and private equity firms struggle to meet the extended deadline?
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| Financial Services |
A Credit Crunch Update: Implications for Financial Institutions
April 22, 2008
Host: Jim Reichbach, Principal - Deloitte Consulting LLP
With the ongoing and far-reaching impact of recent disruptions in the global financial markets, what might financial services companies and other market participants do to find a successful way forward?
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Outsourcing and Offshoring: Taking a Holistic Risk Management Approach
January 29, 2008
While more than half of all financial institutions are now saving more than 40% for each business process taken offshore, the range of savings is polarizing, according to a recent Deloitte survey. How are star performers integrating risk considerations into their process for sourcing decisions? We’ll discuss:
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| Health Care Providers |
Tax-Exempt Hospitals: Are You Ready for the New Form 990?
April 8, 2008
Host: Steve Burrill, Partner - Deloitte & Touche LLP
Due to congressional scrutiny and demands for greater transparency, the IRS has completely redesigned Form 990 for 2008. What does this mean to tax-exempt providers?
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IPPS Challenges to Revenue Cycle and Documentation Effectiveness: Were You Prepared and Where Are You Now?
February 12, 2007
Recent overwhelming changes to the Medicare Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) are impacting the efficiency and effectiveness of every hospital’s revenue cycle, documentation practices, and coding procedures. What are you doing about it? We’ll discuss:
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| Health Plans |
Health Plan Sales and Marketing: Keys to Achieving Growth in the Emerging Retail Marketplace
May 15, 2008
Host: Steve Burrill, Partner - Deloitte & Touche LLP
Sales and marketing practices used by most health plans today are decades old and designed to address a wholesale, employer- sponsored market. Are they sufficient to attract and retain customers in the emerging retail market?
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The Smart Medical Home: Front Door to Care Management Innovation
March 11, 2007
One way to contain health care costs is to make it easier and cheaper for patients to manage and monitor their wellness. The “smart medical home” concept can improve care and lower costs but it requires new operational and payment models. We’ll discuss:
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| Insurance |
Insurance Distribution Channels: Maximizing Value Through New Strategies and Analytics
June 24, 2008
Host: Rebecca Amoroso, Principal - Deloitte Consulting LLP
To achieve profitable growth in insurance distribution, companies need to be more disciplined in how they go to market, be more judicious in their choice of producers, and understand the economics of the relationships for both parties. How are leading insurers increasing production from their agency networks?
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Next Generation Compliance Reporting: A Focus on Risk Rather Than Rules
May 6, 2008
Host: Rebecca Amoroso, Principal - Deloitte Consulting LLP
With the need to identify emerging risks becoming increasingly critical, how can insurers monitor and measure risk across the organization from product to sales, marketing, and operations?
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International Financial Reporting Standards: Time For U.S. Insurers to Get On Board
March 25, 2007
As regulators move toward IFRS, financial reporting for U.S. multinational companies will become consistent with the global community. What changes will this require of insurers as they adopt IFRS? We’ll discuss:
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Insurance Benchmarking: Charting Your Course
January 8, 2007
What are the significant issues and emerging trends in the life and annuity lines of business? How can your company use benchmarking to identify areas requiring attention and strengthen your competitive edge? We’ll discuss:
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| Life Sciences |
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Phase IV Clinical Trials and Publications: Regulatory and Compliance Considerations in Challenging Times
June 10, 2008
Host: Steve Burrill, Partner - Deloitte & Touche LLP
With increasing regulations, compliance requirements, and congressional interest in issues surrounding Phase IV clinical trials and publication strategies, life sciences companies must work to maximize their product development efforts while minimizing risks. What do you need to know?
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Demystifying and Realizing the Potential of Drug, Device, and Diagnostic Convergence
January 15, 2007
Is the convergence of drugs, devices, and diagnostics leading to innovative health solutions, new opportunities for business growth, and product differentiation in the life sciences industry? We’ll discuss:
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| Oil & Gas |
International Financial Reporting Standards: What’s the Road Ahead?
April 16, 2008
Host: Gary Adams, Principal - Deloitte Consulting LLP
U.S. companies will have the option of migrating to IFRS by 2010 or 2011. Given the global nature of the oil and gas industry, what opportunities and challenges will the conversion to IFRS pose?
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Strategic Positioning in the Liquid Natural Gas Value Chain
March 19, 2007
Significant capital requirements in each segment of the LNG value chain, compounded by geopolitical issues in the upstream, will result in long cycles in each segment. How are these long cycles threatening short- and medium-term profitability? We’ll discuss:
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| Power & Utilities |
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Cyber Security Management: Next Steps for Your Program
June 18, 2008
Host: Branko Terzic, Director - Deloitte Services LP
Power and utility companies are reassessing their cyber security programs due to intense congressional scrutiny and FERC’s recent unfavorable ruling about implementation of those programs. What factors should you consider as you evaluate your program?
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Managing Regulatory Compliance
February 20, 2007
Power and utility companies are under unprecedented pressure to comply with the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (EPACT). Plus, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) regional entities are more proactively enforcing the Act’s reliability provisions. Additionally, FERC has made it clear that companies must adopt a culture of compliance or risk higher penalties for violations. We’ll discuss:
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| Private Equity, Hedge Funds & Mutual Funds |
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Compliance With SEC Compliance Program Rules: What Do We Know in Year Three?
June 10, 2008
Host: Mike Fay, Principal - Deloitte LLP
Investment managers have invested significant resources in developing and assessing their compliance programs. What leading practices have others developed that can help you obtain both efficiency and effectiveness?
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Investment Management Anti-Fraud Programs: Are You Ready If the Government Launches an Investigation?
April 8, 2008
Host: Simon Charlton, Principal - Deloitte Financial Advisory Services LLP
As investment management firms invest overseas, they weigh the costs against the likelihood of generating above-market returns. But in the current regulatory environment, what nonfinancial risks do they face, and how can effective anti-fraud programs and controls help mitigate the risks?
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Structured Products: New Technologies and Processes to Support Complex Instruments
March 11, 2007
Leading firms are leveraging technology and operational processes to help manage the growing complexity of derivatives. What can help you take advantage of these improved operational efficiencies? We’ll discuss:
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Risk Management Implementation: Buy-Side Challenges and Solutions
February 12, 2007
As investment complexity increases, investment managers are finding it difficult to implement risk management solutions that cover the multitude of instruments and buy-side strategies. Without a comprehensive approach, what gaps can emerge that can compromise this critical function? We’ll discuss:
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| Process & Industrial Products |
Made in North America: Is NAFTA Hurting Industrial Products Companies?
June 12, 2008
Host: Tim Hanley, Partner - Deloitte & Touche LLP
Manufacturing is vital to North America’s economy and living standards, but are recent market dynamics and free trade acts weakening manufacturers’ ability to be competitive?
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Segmented Value Strategy: Using Valuation to Unleash Hidden Value
March 13, 2007
Traditional portfolio analysis techniques aren’t enough to help process and industrial products manufacturers find new growth opportunities. What are other options? We’ll discuss:
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| Real Estate |
International Financial Reporting Standards: What Will the Impact Be In the Real Estate Arena?
June 3, 2008
Host: Dorothy Alpert, Partner - Deloitte LLP
As globalization continues, U.S. real estate companies must deal with international financial reporting standards. Should your company make the move to IFRS?
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Sovereign Wealth Funds: Too Big to Hide?
April 1, 2008
Controlling nearly $3 trillion in assets today, sovereign wealth funds may triple in size by 2012. What impact could their increasing activity in the U.S. have on financial services, real estate, M&A, and private equity?
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America's Construction Crisis: Can Broken Buildings and Busted Budgets Be Fixed?
March 4, 2007
Critics of the U.S. construction industry cite massive outdated practices, cost overruns, and shoddy work as reasons for change. But can all of the concerns be addressed? We’ll discuss:
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The Global Infrastructure Deficit: New Investment Frontier?
January 16, 2007
Globally and in the U.S., the need for new and improved infrastructure is overwhelming. Should the private sector fund activities necessary to reverse the infrastructure deficit? We’ll discuss:
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| Technology, Media & Telecom |
Global Trends in Venture Capital
June 3, 1:00 PM EDT (17:00 GMT)
Host: Eric Openshaw, Partner - Deloitte LLP
With the increasingly global nature of venture investing, what are the driving forces underlying the overseas venture markets and their implications for business?
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The Digital Media Supply Chain: Is Everything Old New Again?
May 28, 2008
Host: Kenneth August, Partner - Deloitte LLP
Media companies are scrambling to connect with fickle, nomadic, and tech-savvy audiences. Can traditional supply chain strategies be adapted to the digital age?
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Information Security: Is Your Company Treading Water or Springing Leaks?
April 23, 2008
Host: Phil Asmundson, Partner - Deloitte LLP
Many technology, media, entertainment, and telecommunications companies express confidence about tackling information security challenges. Could they actually be significantly under-prepared?
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The Talent Factor: Fueling Enterprise Value Through Finance Excellence
February 27, 2007
The finance organization may not be the first place technology, media, and telecommunications (TMT) companies look for enterprise value creation. Yet finance can drive significant value for these companies – if the right talent is in place. We’ll discuss:
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Media Democracy and the Customer Experience
January 30, 2007
More than ever, American consumers have the independence to consume media how, when, and where they want – and, increasingly, create it themselves. What is the impact on technology, media, and telecommunications companies? We’ll discuss:
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| Telecom |
Mobile Convergence: A Platform For Change
March 26, 2007
Convergence is driving the mobile industry toward a complex network of partnerships, upending existing value chains and business models. As emerging services and technologies coalesce on the mobile platform, how will successful mobile operators identify, develop, and execute new business operations? We’ll discuss:
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| Tourism, Hospitality & Leisure |
Business and Leisure Travel: Understanding Shifts in Consumer Behavior
March 20, 2007
People’s motivations for travel – traditionally defined by age, background, culture, and finances – are becoming more complex. What are companies doing to adjust? We’ll discuss:
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