January 23, 2015
Government Affairs in 2015
Happy New Year, NSCA members! I’m so excited to formally introduce myself, Rachel Rayman, as your new Industry Outreach and Events Manager.
Industry Insights
December 24, 2014
An Update on the Tax Increase Prevention Act
We’ve been talking a lot about taxes lately. Next week, the federal government threatens a second shut-down, proving that Congress still cannot be effective in putting aside political differences.
November 23, 2014
Davis Bacon Wage Surveys: Why They're Important
NSCA members frequently ask about prevailing wage/Davis Bacon issues. In a time when competition for jobs is at its greatest, providing an intelligent bid can earn you a new job […]
November 5, 2014
Year-End Tax Saving Strategies & Changes to the 2014 Tax Code
As the final quarter of the year approaches, it is important to start thinking about tax-saving strategies that may be implemented before year-end. Below is a list of some federal […]
March 1, 2013
Are margins moving up?
Jim in Pennsylvania asks Chuck Wilson of NSCA if he is seeing the margins on projects improving? Chuck says that they haven’t completely come back up but a good sign […]
February 15, 2013
Risk and Rewards of BYOD
Steve in New York asks why Chuck Wilson of NSCA is opposed to BYOD (Bring Your Own Device). Chuck states that he isn’t necessarily against BYOD but wants to build […]
February 8, 2013
Social Media as a Revenue Source
Jeff in Chicago asks Chuck Wilson, Executive Director at the National Systems Contractors Association (NSCA), this week about the possibility of system integrators making money via social media. Chuck describes […]
February 1, 2013
Are They Really Merging?
George in Maryland asks about the mergers between manufacturers. Chuck Wilson, Executive Director of NSCA, admits there are a lot of buyers out looking for acquisitions however he isn’t sure […]
January 25, 2013
What Tasks Companies Should Outsource
Joe in Minnesota inquires about what tasks should be outsourced now that the new mandates are out. Chuck Wilson of NSCA talks about what tasks are risky to outsource for […]
January 18, 2013
Job Costs and 2013 Labor Installation Standard
Joseph from Florida asks Chuck Wilson of NSCA about inconsistent job costing reports and what are the steps to correct the inconsistencies? Chuck announces that NSCA has just launched the […]
