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5 Reasons Little Dogs Need Training Too!

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Quite often people that own small dogs say that their dog doesn’t need training because it is just a small dog. That isn’t true. Small dogs need training just like the big guys do and here are just a few of the reasons why.

1. Because they are always with you

Small dogs seem to always be with you at your side no matter where you go in the house. For that reason having a trained dog is important for the manners.

2. They need house training

Big or small they all need house training. Nothing worse than a little guy that just does it business anywhere and anytime. Just because the piles are smaller does not mean that you should not worry about house training. Keep in mind that the number 1 reason dogs of all sizes end up in a shelter is because of house training issues.

Training your pet establishes the dog master relationship and teaches your dog that you are the master and that there are rules that need to be followed.

3. Little dogs need manners

Nothing is worse than going to someone’s home that has a barking, jumping little dog that is snapping at your ankles. We have all seen it and don’t like it. Taking your dog through an obedience training program is important even for the little guys. Don’t forget they also need proper socialization before they are 20 weeks old just so you don’t have an aggression issue when they turn one year.

4. To save their life

Training your small dog a few simple exercises can actually save its life. Teaching the come command is important when your dog is heading for the street. If it comes when you call then it did not get hit by the car.

5. So you can be proud of them

So many people are constantly making excuses for their poorly behaved dog. When you stop and think, it is not the dog’s fault it is the owner that just wouldn’t take the time to train their dog so that they had a pet they could be proud of.

Dog training is not that expensive or difficult to do. Give your dog one 15 minute session a day and you will have a trained dog. Training will also develop that dog master bond that is so important to have a well behaved dog that you can truly enjoy.

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Banner Installation Methods – How to Properly Hang Your New Banner

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You have purchased a new banner sign to advertise your business or event and now are wondering about the best way to install it. Hanging a banner should not be a difficult task. Here is a list of some of the common places where banners are installed and the best methods and techniques for mounting or hanging them:

Flat Wall Mounting – Most banners are ordered with grommets around the perimeter which make them fairly easy to install on flat walls. For Drywall, you can use push pins through the material or grommet openings, or use plastic wall anchors with screws and washers to fasten through the grommets and into the wall. Make sure the washer is slightly larger than the grommet opening. For a Brick or Block Wall, use a tapcon masonry screw with a washer to fasten your banner (note that you will also need a hammer drill and a masonry bit for this method). For a Sheet Metal Wall, use sheet metal screws and washers. For a Wood Wall use wood screws and washers. EIFS or Synthetic Stucco Surfaces, with brand names such as Dryvit and Masterwall, are difficult to install banners on since the first 3/4″ to 4″ of the surface depth is typically just polystyrene foam. Some have had success using plastic EZ drywall anchors with large threads that allow the screw and washer method to be used for short time periods. Any holes in the EIFS surface should be filled with caulk once the banner is removed to prevent water damage to the structure. Usually, it is best to tie the banner up with rope in the corner grommets and to anchor it to a hard surface above and below the wall.

Between Pole Mounting – When mounting banners between poles it is best to have rope or webbing with D-rings sewn into the top and bottom seams of the banner. You can then simply tie the rope around the poles or through large eye screws that may be installed on the poles. D-Rings at the end of the webbing can be attached with bungee cords strung around the poles or also from large eye screws, if present. Bungee cord mounting is a great mounting technique as it allows the banner to move during high winds. Mounting banners between poles with a rope attached to simple corner grommet holes is usually a recipe for failure as the grommets will tend to rip loose during the first strong wind. Bungee cords can also be attached to corner grommet holes and will lessen the chance of the grommets ripping out.

Lawn Mounting – For temporary banners mounted in grassy areas, use a method similar to the between pole mounting. Steel T fence posts can be purchased at most home improvement stores, such a Lowe’s and Home Depot, and can be put into the ground using a post driver. Rope, bungee cords, or heavy duty plastic wire ties can then be used with grommets to install the banner between the posts.

Fence Mounting – Mounting banners on a chain link fence is usually an easy task. Simply use plastic wire ties or zip ties through the grommets and around the links. For a wooden fence, use the same method as you would for a flat wooden wall.

Ceiling Mounting – The best way to hang a banner from a ceiling above a stage, gym or auditorium is to use pole pockets. Pole pockets are openings that are sewn into the top and bottom seams of the banner that allow for a rigid PVC or metal pole to be slid through them. Wire, cable, or decorative rope can then be attached to the top pole and hung from the rafters above. A pole is then inserted into the bottom pocket to add some weight to the banner keeping it rigid and stationary.

Flag Mounting to Poles – Pole pockets are also used to mount vertical banners to the sides of electric poles and light poles. Sometimes called Boulevard Banners, these are often seen decorating city streets and college and business campuses. Banner bracket kits with projecting metal or fiberglass rods are installed on the poles to allow for mounting of the banners.

Across The Street Mounting – Large banners for parades and events are sometime mounted across an entire city street. These are usually mounted with guy wire strung just above and below the banner and attached to poles on each side of the street. Snap hooks are then inserted through the grommets and around the wires to suspend the banner. Rope can then be attached to each corner grommet on the banner and pulled tight around each pole to keep the banner in place.

Storefront Windows – Banners that are designed to fit between storefront window frames can be mounted to the inside of the window using suction cups with hooks. The hooks are simply inserted through the grommet holes and then the cups are stuck to the windows.

While this list might not cover every possible banner mounting situation, it should cover most that you might encounter. Perhaps a combination of some of the banner mounting methods and techniques discussed above would work in some instances. You should now know how to hang a banner.

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Things to Know When Relocating to Qatar for Employment

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Living in Qatar can be a remarkable cultural experience, as you get the opportunity to explore the ways of a new country. It can be different from your home country in many ways. Read to know about some important things to consider when relocating to Qatar for job.

In 2013, Qatar was recognized as the world’s richest nation by Forbes. As indicated by the United Nations Development Program, it has had the highest human development. It is estimated that more than 500 expats arrive in Qatar daily. So, Qatar is home to a huge number of expats who have migrated here for work, and the individuals who are attracted to its luxury of life.

Jobs in Qatar

Due to the large influx of expats in Qatar, the whole nation has gradually transitioned towards English being the preferred language to conduct business in. Aside from the petrochemical sector, employments are opening up in different industries, like construction, real estate and many more.

Most expats are likely to secure a job before arriving in the country. The work week for the most part runs from Sunday until Thursday, with Friday and Saturday serving as the weekend.

It is normal for expats who work in senior positions to work on weekends, or extra time. Some other necessary things associated with your job and living are as mentioned below.

Cost of Living

There are plenty of chances to make and save money when living and working in Qatar. Most expats are attracted to the high pay packages offered. Despite the fact that the expense of products and services has gone up throughout the years, it is still easy to live comfortably. Rent costs vary depending upon the kind of property you’re looking for. The allowance is either paid monthly or as a single amount.

Accommodation

The accommodation here varies from lavish villas to more modern apartments. Expats who have families will in general like to live in compounds, as they offer more prominent security and you are normally surrounded by other expat families also.

In some cases, organizations have been known to lease a whole compound exclusively for their employees, which also reduce the rent charges a bit. Some complexes come with all the conveniences you could need, from gym and pools to bistros and general stores. Most villas come with at least four rooms and a garden area also.

Health Care

The health care system in Qatar is very acceptable. Regardless of whether you are a local or an expat, the Hamad Medical Corporation offers free clinical treatment to any individual who registers with them. It is important to know that an expected 500 expats are moving to Qatar every day, which is putting a huge strain on the system.

Waiting times at the medical center have increased, and more individuals are opting for private health care services, which can be more costly. Organizations may or may not offer medical coverage to their workers, yet this is not offered by default.

The Takeaway

Getting a job in Qatar may have its pros and cons but knowing about certain things before going will definitely make your experience at a new country much better.

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Why Should You Go With Limo Services Instead of Uber?

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If you want to get to somewhere without using your own car, Uber may be the first service that you may use. However, there are some other options as well. As far as safety goes, we suggest that you should consider some other service, such as a limo. If you have never heard of this service before, this article may help you. In this article, we are going to shed some light on reasons why a limo service is better than Uber as far as safety is concerned.

1. Accountability

Limo drivers work for a certain company. If they do something wrong, they can be held accountable by the company they work for. They have a lot at stake if they don’t offer a service that satisfies their passengers. On the other hand, Uber drivers are not hold accountable. They just get a bad review if their client is not happy with their service. No one will stop them from driving no matter what type of service they provide.

2. Background check

Limo drivers meet their employers in person. They don’t get hired without an interview. Employers check their background and references. Employers take all these measures in order to make sure that their hires are safe and trustworthy.

On the other hand, people who work for Uber don’t go through these checks. All they need to do is provide a driving license and insurance. The company won’t interview any candidate.

3. Trusted Employees

People who work for Limo companies are trustworthy. The company knows each individual they hire. The drivers are answerable to the company. On the other hand, no one knows Uber drivers. If you hire an Uber driver, it will be like traveling with a stranger. You are not as secure as you may think.

Therefore, if you want a secure and trustworthy service, you don’t need to look for something other than a limo service. You just need to give this service a go. That’s all you need to do.

4. No leakage of personal information

You don’t need to provide your personal information with the driver if you hire a limo. Only the company will need to get your information. The only thing the driver will know about you is the location where they have to drop you. On the other hand, if you go with Uber, your private data will be shared with the service provider. As a result, you will be prone to identity theft.

You can enjoy a lot of other advantages if you choose to use a limousine service rather than Uber. However, the biggest advantage is the fact is that you will be safe and secure throughout the ride, as your personal info won’t be misused.

Long story short, if you are going to organize an event in the near future, such as wedding, we suggest that you get in touch with a limousine service provider. This is a lot better idea if safety and confidentiality is your number one priority. Hopefully, this article will help you.

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Do Love and Marriage Go Together Like a Horse and Carriage?

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On April 9, 2005 at 12:30 PM in London, England Prince Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles finally married after 33 years of an on-and-off relationship. Why has the relationship of these two people survived all these years?

During the very public break-up of Charles’ marriage to Princess Diana, Charles and Camilla’s clandestine relationship had became fodder for the scandal- mongering media.

Here is the birth data of the three principle players in this soap opera: Prince Charles was born November 14, 1948 at 9:14 PM, GMT, London, England 51N30, 00W10.

Camilla Parker Bowles was born July 17, 1947 at 7:10 AM, GDWT, London, England, 51N30, 00W10

Princess Diana was born July 1, 1961 at 7:45 PM BST, Sandringham, England. 52N50 00E30

Where does the pattern for a relationship begin? What is the chemistry that attracts a tall beautiful model-like girl to a short bald guy, or a tall handsome man in a Brooks Brothers suit to a not-so-pretty girl in faded Gap jeans? It definitely is not a trine between composite Sun to composite Venus!

Before I go any further, there are a few facts to take into consideration when exploring any chart, much less a relationship, with consideration to age, culture, class and background. A Saturn configuration for a middle-aged couple, the Royal couple, or someone born in a Middle Eastern nation will manifest differently than someone born, say, in the 1960’s in New York City.

A relationship consists of many components, including the family experiences that they bring into the union. The female will pack her relationship (or lack of relationship) with her father and the relationship her parents have with each other, into her purse. He on the other hand will pack his relationship or lack of relationship with his mother and the relationship of his parents into his backpack.

In this respect, the Royals are no different and that is why houses are so important in this system of astrology.

The MC denotes the exact moment of birth, and in Uranian Astrology is considered the most personal point in the horoscope. It is the only point that moves with exact precision, 1 degree every 4 minutes. Twins born 3 minutes apart have a 45-minute arc opening. For this reason we use the Meridian house system at all times. You will notice that the Asc is different from the Meridian 1st house cusp. That is because the Meridian 1st house cusp is your perception of yourself, as your Asc is others’ perception of you. The Asc is the mask you wear to meet and greet others. As Wayne Booher, my friend and mentor put it, “your Asc is your family name as your Meridian 1st house cusp is your first name”. The MC or Meridian is calculated from the local sidereal time whereas the Asc is calculated according to one’s latitude and relates to one’s environment and those one encounters at that location.

The composite Sun is the physical union of the relationship, and the composite Moon is the emotional union of the relationship. The composite Mercury is the communication of the pair, the composite Venus is what they both value and the composite Mars is how they work together as a unit. One cannot look at a composite chart without considering the experiences each individual brings into the relationship in these areas.

To check the personal aspects of the individuals I look to see where each planet of party number one falls in party number two’s houses, of each of the six personal point horoscopes. The six personal points are (beginning with the three inner personal points) the MC ( the I, me), Sun (husband, father), Moon (wife, mother); the next three are the outer personal points: Asc (the environment, the other), North Node (intimate connection, the ties that bind) and the Aries Point (the outer world, the public at large).

In looking at the six personal point horoscopes the arrow on the 360 degree dial that indicates the beginning of 0 Cancer points to the individual’s MC, for the 10th house of the individual’s MC horoscope, the Moon for the 10th house of the Moon horoscope, and 0 Cancer for the 10th house of their Aries or Earth horoscope. The arrow of 0 Capricorn should go on the Sun as the Sun becomes the cusp of the 4th house of the individual’s solar horoscope. The arrow near 0 Libra should be placed on the Ascand the Moon’s North Node in order to show the Asc and Node’s 1st house.

After placing both charts, including Meridian house cusps, around the 360 degree dial, (each chart in its own color), I look to see into which houses each person’s planets fall in the other individual’s six personal point horoscopes, and aspects they make, if any, to the other person’s planets

I then look at each one’s SU/MO midpoint, perception of husband and wife, and VE/MA midpoint, where the love and attraction falls. After I have done that, I am ready to create the composite of the relationship which is the midpoint of their planets. In Uranian Astrology we look at the hard aspects because that is where the chemistry happens.. A VE of one party sextiling the MA of the other party, for instance, causes no sparks. But the VE of one square or semi-square the MA of the other may have them ripping off their clothes as soon as they hit the bedroom!

Charles and Camilla Parker Bowles first met in the fall of 1972, according to”House of Windsor” by Donald Spotto. At that time he would not have been permitted to marry her due to the fact that she was a commoner. She went off and married Andrew Parker Bowles, and he married Diana Spencer.

The marriage between of Prince Charles and Princess Diana enabled Charles to fulfill his duty of producing an heir to the throne who would be accepted by the people of England. Unfortunately, she was in love with him, but not he with her. (While checking to see where Prince Charles was, mentally and emotionally, at the time of his marriage and where he is now I added his pSU to the equation). When he married Diana his pSU was 25 Sag. 34, was transiting his MC 6th house, he was fulfilling his duty and responsibility, especially since his only job was to produce an heir as he waited to ascend the throne. His pSU of 11 degrees Capricorn, went into his MC 7th house the year she died, and we all know that after she died he set up house with Camilla.

Now back to a brief exploration of Prince harles and Princess Di’s relationship, before we move to the present royal couple. Her SU and ME were in his 12th house: he never fully saw or heard Diana, and to reaffirm what I wrote about his job at that time, her SU/MO (husband and wife) was in his MC 10th house, his career, his reputation. Because his SU/MO fell in her MC 1st house, she had to appear as his wife at all times, and present herself in a fashion befitting such a state. Their SU/SU, (the composite SU), fell in her 8th house, giving her money and altering her life forever, and for her love. (the 2nd and 8th houses are not only money but love as well). The 8th house is the love one receives from others, and with the SU/SU in her MC 8th house, she expected love from the union. To affirm that expectation, her VE/MA was exactly square his MC.

The composite SU/SU fell in his MC 3rd house; to him their marriage was more about image. His VE/MA fell in her 4th MC house; I am sure that there were aspects of her that he cared about when they first started their relationship, but after their marriage the fact that his VE/MA was also the midpoint of his MC 3rd house cusp and her Saturn, and his ME = Di’s NE/Charles NO, (definite indications of communication problems), it all fell apart. Another indication of their mismatched relationship was her O/UR=VE and his SU. This combination tells us that she never felt secure about his love for her, and that this combination brought out unstable emotional behavior in her. She had every reason to believe there was a problem with his Saturn 156 ½ (multiples of 22 ½) to their MO/MO, and opposite their ME/ME. I have found that if a couple has good communications their problems can be worked out, but if the communications are bad or non-existent even working with a therapist won’t help the relationship.

I would like to introduce the 90 degree dial and transits and solar arcs, to this topic.

On the 90 degree dial planetary pictures look different than they do on the 360 degree dial. A square or conjunction on the 360 degree dial may not look so on the 90 degree dial, especially if the orb is larger than 1 degree. On the 360 degree dial you can have a planet (the SU, for instance) 45 degrees away from the MO and 135 degrees away from VE-that would be known as an indirect planetary picture. On the 90 degree dial the SU will appear to be opposite both the MO and VE.

When Charles and Diana married, the SU/SU =tKR. Kronos made their relationship royal; in other words they became a Royal Couple. The trouble that was about to strike them can be found in tSA/tMO = SU/SU = Diana’s UR. No one should get married with tMO/tSA=SU/SU, a emotional hindrance in the physical union, for the physical union suffers because of a depressed or insecure wife. Diana bit off more than she could chew, with tSA 22 ½ to her nSA. Yes SA is formal commitment, but reality sets in, and for someone who has a MO/UR=VE, she was forced to grow up too quickly.

Now let us go to the present Royal Couple, Charles and Camilla. If Camilla’s birth time is correct her MC and ASC are almost conjunct Charles’s. We know that his birth time is correct so we can check where her planets fall in his MC houses and we can see where his planets fall in her SU, MO and NO houses, which are the relationship personal points. Her SU and ME fall in his MC 1st house and his ASC 12th house. This means that he sees her and communicates with her, even though others do not, or when they are allowed to, do not “get it.” We all had to be introduced to her by her long-time friend. When their wedding plans were made public many of her dear friends gave long interviews about her, as they tried to give a personality to what the world knew as “the other woman.” Her MO, VE are conjunct his MC 1st house cusp; she truly cared about him and always had a warm spot in her heart for him from the moment they met.

I have to stop a moment to relay another observation: Camilla’s MO, VE was conjunct Diana’s SU. The interlacing of these planets leads me to think that Camilla knew Diana’s weakness and insecurity and was able to weave herself back into Charles’s life when it suited her.

Back to the happy couple: Camilla’s ME is 22 ½ to her PL – she can read between the lines, – and 45 to his SA. If Charles does not listen to her, or does not like what she is talking about, she knows how to assess the situation and work with it, without causing any problem between the two of them. Her NO is 135 degrees from his VE and his NO is 111 ¼ to her SU (on the 90 degree dial her NO looks as if it is opposite his VE and his NO appears to be 11 ¼ from her SU). As I said earlier, it is the hard aspects that create the body heat

Nodes are karmic ties, and combined with PL, either in hard aspect or by midpoint, are karmic relationships. At a workshop on relationships given by Wayne Booher, he said to look at the NO/PL axis to see what karmic bonds are present. It is written that when Camilla met Charles she said that since their great grand-parents were lovers why shouldn’t they become lovers? Well, her NO/PL = his SU, KR, and his NO/PL is 11 ¼ from his SU, KR which means that it is 11 ¼ from her NO/PL. Theirs is definitely a karmic relationship. This tells me that Diana’s goose was cooked before she even met Charles.

At this time I will be referring mostly to their planets on the 90 degree dial and I will be using their whole, half and double solar arcs. At the time of their marriage Camilla’s whole solar arc was 55.32, her half solar arc was 27.46 and double was 111.04. Charles’s solar are was 57.18, half 28.39 and double 114.36

On the day that Charles and Camilla married, her nSU/pSU, (where she was at that time in her life) on the 90 degree dial fell 45 to Charles pMO, which tells me that on that day his heart belonged to her. Their SU/SU = her VE by her double solar arc, and his 3rd and 9th house cusps and his pMO by his solar arc, and his ZE by his ½ solar arc. His natal NE/PL = MO: he is powerless due to his mother, the Queen and at the same time this planetary picture indicates his sensitivity. He does not like being forced into emotional power plays.

Their MO/MO falls right on his SA and brings in her ME, PL: she understands that emotional neediness has no place in his realm.

His SU/her MO = her pMO/tZE; she was excited to finally become his wife. His MO/her SU is 11 ¼ to the composite SU/SU and his VE by her solar arc. Transiting SA was opposite his SA and composite MO/MO – the death of the Pope most likely had cast a slight shadow on their gaiety, and theirs is a more mature marriage than his first was.

They both deemed themselves lucky the day that they got married. Transiting Jupiter was on his MC and her MO/his VE and was 22 ½ to his nSU/pSU, and 22 ½ from his MA and was hitting her JU and her SU by her solar arc. Her SU/JU = his MC, MA, shows that she is lucky that her husband has an occupation that gives her pleasure emotionally and financially.

What does the future hold for our happy couple, or should I say the threesome. Prince Charles is the oldest prince waiting to become king in the history of the English Monarchy. Everyone is wondering if Charles will ever be crowned King? Will the world see Camilla became Queen? Will the Queen turn over the throne to Prince William? When Prince William is crowned King, at his coronation everyone will be looking at him but remembering Princess Diana.

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10 Interesting Facts About Britain’s Beaches

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The beaches of the United Kingdom are exceptionally popular and with these 10 facts, it’s easy to see why!

1. There are an impressive 150 beaches in the UK with a blue flag or quality coast classification; guaranteeing cleanliness, great facilities and safety. There are 13 beaches with blue flag status in Pembrokeshire alone. Britain contains some of the cleanest, safest and most spectacular beaches anywhere in the world.

2. Our coastline is one of the most accessible in the world; wherever you live in the UK, you will be less than 2 hours drive from the coast. Few other countries can boast such ease of access. The furthest you can be from the sea is reckoned to be 73 miles, if you happen to live in Coton in the elms, Derbyshire!

3. The coastline of the UK is very long compared to other similarly sized countries; for example, our coastline is 3 and a half times longer than the coastline of Spain and 5 times longer than the coastline of France. Why head to Europe for sun kissed, golden beaches when they can all be found in the UK?

4. There have, historically, been up to 200 million day trips to the coast in a single year. That works out at more than 3 visits to the coast for every person in the UK. Needless to say, the beaches of the UK are hugely popular among the British population.

5. The UK contains some of the best beaches in the world for learning to surf; from Caswell Bay on the Gower Peninsula, to Sennen Cove in Cornwall. A popular surfing website lists a total of 47 beaches in the UK suitable for surfing. Furthermore, there are a number of excellent surf schools situated throughout the UK, from surf’s up, to the Quiksilver surf school.

6. The annual earnings from services at UK beaches over a year total up to a whopping 8 billion pounds. Figures from the tourism industry also indicate a 13% increase in spending by holiday makers between 2008-2009.

7. There are now 3 times the number of clean beaches in the UK than there were 25 years ago; and the figure continues to improve, through the hard work of the marine conservation society and other volunteer organisations. Water cleanliness continues to improve, as well as safety measures at beaches all over the UK.

8. Torbay and the Isle Of Wight reputedly have the best beaches in the UK, each being presented with 14 awards this year.

9. Blackpool Pleasure Beach is not only the most popular beach resort in the UK; it is also the UK’s most popular attraction, nationwide, attracting 5.7 million visitors last year, beating the Tate Modern, with 800,000 visitors, into second place.

10. The UK’s beaches are some of the best places to see amazing wildlife. A wide variety of birds, fish and even seals can be seen at numerous beaches around the UK’s coastline. In addition to this, over 1500km of coastline in England and Wales has been designated as heritage coastline; that is, an area with notable natural beauty of scientific interest.

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Risk Management and Inventory Control

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In any size operation where warehouse goods are concerned, the finance department should be weary of escalating warehouse labour costs and the ownership of excessive inventory. An inventory control system in its simplest form creates efficiencies around receiving, putaway, picking and the shipping of goods. It enforces cost-saving work-flows at the point of labour through purpose-built logistics software. Through the use of wireless technology and rugged scanning devices, bar-codes both on the product and the slot locations are scanned to enforce an efficient warehouse process. Modern warehouse management software can provide a new level of product tracking and validation that becomes essential in the management inventory.

From a risk management perspective, inventory control solutions can help provide the kind of labour efficiencies and audit trail that provide a CFO with key information during reporting periods. A bar-code based warehouse management system can offer a sophisticated level of detail that is important when financial departments are looking to state inventory assets as a dollar value on the balance sheet.

Having tight controls on warehouse inventory is important because excess cash will be spent on warehouse inventory that is not turned, shipped or sold. These scenarios can reduce the overall opportunity costs for a business looking to invest its dollars wisely in other investments (not just inventory) and realize a positive net present value for alternate proposals.

Depending on your industry, most systems permit the tracking of expiry dates, re-order points and provide analytics on which stock items move the most and generate the most profitability. There is a general rule that 80% of sales or profit comes from 20% of ones inventory. This kind of information can be calculated easily by a warehouse management system. Another important result of having a system control your inventory is having a snap-shot of inventory that is 99.9 percent accurate; this means that the dollar value of inventory assets is also very accurate. This high-degree of accuracy is accomplished through a continuous process of bar-code validation as material handlers pick and pack products. The usual labour-intensive cycle-counting process is automated by the warehouse management system, as it continually updates the product information in the warehouse, from what is picked to what is held in a slot or bin location. Full inventory cycle counts, which can use many man-hours of labour and take days to complete also become redundant. The confidence in inventory accuracy does away with the need to schedule a large yearly inventory count. Finally, with a softare interface this data can update the host ERP (like SAP, Infor, Sage, Navision etc) and provide company-wide visibility. Updating the host system will enhance the efficiency of real-time transactions and improve the business processes that rely on timely and accurate inventory data.

One can only begin to analyze inventory numbers and movements effectively with an inventory control system. Accuracy rates in warehouses without any form of automated tracking can be as low as 70%. Automation can bring product count accuracy to 99.8%+ levels.

Inventory control should be of particular interest to businesses that are growing rapidly and have a much more critical view of cash-flow. During bursts in production, there is a tendency to over-stock and this ties up cash in inventory. Inventory positions should be carefully examined in any cash-flow analysis. Even a low-cost, entry-level warehouse management system can begin to de-risk a company’s exposure to excessive labour costs and inventory. It is a given that most small business owners do not want an excess of their company’s cash sitting in storage.

Another side potential side benefit may be a reduction in business insurance if excessive inventory can be eliminated and events such as dead inventory or expired inventory can be managed. Inventory control systems may also help reduce damages because items are properly located and put-away in well-marked or designated areas of the warehouse. The occurrence of theft may also be reduced if staff realize that a tight process exists for monitoring the whereabouts of inventory and that missing items may be detected quickly.

In summary, inventory is subject to risk exposures of various kinds and in itself carries a cash value which needs to be monitored like any other corporate asset. An inventory control system may help to mitigate this risk and bring greater certainty overall to the business.

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Is Vinegar Safe for Septic Tanks?

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For every homeowner, maintaining a septic system that includes the septic tank is a very important task that will ensure the system stays running efficiently for many years. A home’s septic tank is dependent on natural bacteria and enzymes to break down and digest waste and keep everything flowing through the system. Without the bacteria additives and enzymes, waste would build up in the tank and eventually create a blockage. The result can be septic system back up in the plumbing system which can spill in the basement and even the drain field. This would result in a very costly repair bill. In order to keep the bacterial from being killed, it is important not to put chemicals in the plumbing system that can kill the bacteria. One item that people use and pour into the plumbing system is vinegar.

Vinegar is made from the fermentation of ethanol by acetic acid bacteria. People use vinegar for a variety of tasks such as a cleaner, anti-mould agent, mild disinfectant, and as bleach. Vinegar has been shown to be an eco-friendly cleaner. As well, vinegar does not kill the bacteria in the septic tank so it is a safe product that can be poured in the drain lines. It is a safe, non-toxic way to maintain your septic system. For instance, pouring a ΒΌ cup of vinegar mixed with 2 tbsp of baking will help prevent slow flowing drains.

Because it is acidic, vinegar is an excellent cleaning agent and can be used to clean sinks, toilets, and showers. It is effective and getting rid of hard water stains. It will also eliminate any foul odours in the drains. As well, it is useful for getting rid of mineral deposits. The thicker the build up of minerals and lime scale deposits, the longer you will have to let the vinegar sit. For difficult to clean spots, you may have to let the vinegar sit overnight. After letting the vinegar sit in drains, it is important to run the hot water through the drain system to clear out the remaining vinegar and sediment. Vinegar can even be used to clean washing machines and their drain hoses. People will clean their washing machines by putting a couple of cups of vinegar in a normal water cycle without any clothes in the machine. As well, people will clean their shower curtains with vinegar to get rid of mould and mildew.

Many harsh chemical cleaners can harm a septic system and some can kill the bacteria additives and enzymes in the septic tank. Using vinegar is one way to avoid using harsh chemicals and the bacteria will not be killed so you do not have to worry about damaging your septic system. Because vinegar is a pungent acid, you should wear protective gloves, especially if you have any scratches. As well, make sure you do not splash any vinegar in eyes. Most experts recommend using vinegar in septic system maintenance because it will not ruin the septic system.

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Pimp Your Attic: Creative Ways to Transform Your Attic

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In most houses, the attic’s role is a storage room for old and broken things. In it we keep the unused appliances and old furniture. Little did we know that we can still make use of this extra room and transform it to a place for music, games and relaxation. Read along and find creative ways on how you can pimp your attic.

If you consider transforming your attic, then you must also consider its accessibility. The way to reach the attic should be safe and comfortable. This means that if you have to conserve space, use stairs that can be folded up the ceiling. If you’re planning to make the attic a bedroom or a room for games, you should install a fixed stairs that is safe and comfortable to climb to.

The first thing to put in consideration when you want to dress up your attic is the ventilation. With great ventilation, attic will look and feel good. In planning for the windows, you have to consider both air and natural light. Since the attic is a high place, it is easier to have these two factors together. Attics have slanting roof making it hard to put side windows. Having dormers are advised for attics where the roof and the floor directly meets. If they still have a distance of five feet in between, then you can simply install small windows. Skylights will also give life to the attic.

Turning the attic to a storage room is a bit difficult because of the unleveled walls and corners. Hence, if you want to make it a storage area, have cabinets and horizontal shelves to cover the walls and use the space. Simply ensure that the store-room is not too big. Since attics’ floor is not that high from its ceiling, the cabinets may leave small space for one to stand under it. One of the creative ways to deal with it is placing a small stool under it.

Once you are done with the basic elements, you are now ready to decorate the attic. You can have blinds in the windows and different shades for skylights. Use lighting that will light up the room nicely. You can also paint the walls white or off-white to make it look spacious.

When making the attic as game room, place things inside the room that are necessary. If you want it to be a place for relaxation, have a nice recliner and scented candles. You can also have a professional install a drainage system for the attic so that you can have a bath tub and mini pool in it.

These are just some of the many ways to pimp your attic. Explore your creativity and transform your attic into a comfortable room.

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Chives – A Fresh, Mild Onion-Like Herb

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Chives is a herb from the perennial plant Allium schoenoprasum, a member of the lily family, Liliaceae. Native to Europe, Asia and North America, chives are used to season many foods with a mild onion flavor.

Related to the onion chives have a similar growth habit. A small, white bulbous root underlies the tubular leaves that are used in cooking. The bulbs and leaves grow in clumps. Propagation of the chives plant is most successful by splitting established clumps into smaller pieces. The small white bulbous roots can be planted out individually.

Flowers rise up on separate flower stalks and bloom in pretty pink, purple or blue umbels. The flower heads have a distinctly round appearance, a trait shared by related Allium species that are grown in flower gardens for their unique spherical flower heads that may reach four to five inches in diameter. In the biggest varieties the flower stems reach three feet tall with the striking compact flower head at the top. Culinary chives flowers are about a foot tall. The flowers rarely set seed, so propagation is appropriately via root division.

Chives are used to season many foods with a mild onion flavor. Chives go well with eggs, potatoes, tomatoes, dips and spreads, soups, salads, vegetable dishes and fish. The leaves are used fresh or added at the last moment to hot dishes to preserve the onion-like flavor. For example, instead of adding chives to a hot pasta sauce, toss minced chives with pasta at the time the sauce is added to the noodles and serve immediately.

Chives are best eaten raw and they’re available at grocers the year round. Frozen cut chives or freeze-dried chives may also be available at market. They don’t need to be thawed or reconstituted before using. Just sprinkle some on the dish to be served. Chives is one of the ingredients in the herb mixture called fines herbes used in French cooking.

Herb gardens and kitchen herb pots do well with chives. When kept in a sunny window a continuous supply of leaves is ready to season many foods. Snip off the long, thin, green hollow leaves at the base and cut with scissors over the food to be seasoned.

Fresh chives are high in vitamin C and iron. The powerful and crisp taste of chives may excite the palate enough that salt isn’t added to the dish. That makes it an excellent substitute for salt. If used regularly as a salt substitute, chives could help salt-sensitive people to lower their sodium intake in efforts to reduce their blood pressure.

Like other members of the Allium genus, chives contains allicin, a naturally occurring chemical that may confer health benefits to its fans. This may be of interest to anyone with high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or predisposition to heart disease. Allicin has been shown to lower cholesterol and reduce high blood pressure. Evidence suggests it may even prevent some types of cancer.

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Source by Naomi Gallagher