COVID-19

Institute of Internal Auditors, Los Angeles Chapter

What Does the Future of Work Look Like Post-Pandemic? Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Panel Weighs In

By Jannies Burlingame   On December 9, 2020, the Institute of Internal Auditors, Los Angeles Chapter hosted a virtual holiday party, keynote speaker and panel discussion with our community partners: ISACA Los Angeles, Innovation Shipyard Alliance and ISC2 Los Angeles. These non-profit professional organizations have a combined history of over 130 years! The global audience […]

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Key Considerations For M&A Transactions During COVID-19

Key Considerations For M&A Transactions During COVID

Key Considerations For M&A Transactions by Dimitri Sayegh, Kevin Pacourek and Marc Blythe The COVID-19 pandemic has drastically changed the business environment, presenting a challenge for mergers and acquisitions. Historical company performance used to be one of the principal bases of due diligence, but the impacts of the pandemic has made it even more difficult

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Employee health and safety is the top priority for businesses starting to re-open after COVID-19 quarantine

Let’s Get Back to Work – Returning to the Workplace after the COVID-19 Quarantine

Californians have been staying home since the statewide stay-at-home order issued on March 19, 2020. As our economy is starting to gradually re-open after the nationwide COVID-19 quarantine, employee health and safety has become a top priority for businesses. Companies are bringing together their department leaders to develop plans for employees to return to work.

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Reasons to Stay on Track with SOX/Internal Audit Controls During COVID-19

Reasons to Stay on Track with SOX/Internal Audit Controls During COVID-19

by Marc Blythe and Sal Sarabosing Imagine being the captain of a vessel navigating uncharted waters,when you’re suddenly hit with an unexpected storm. Would your first instinct beto throw equipment overboard to trim weight? Or would you maintainthe navigational assets and structural integritywhile weathering the storm? Similar to the uncharted waters and waves of uncertainty, the COVID-19

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Four Surprising Business Observations During COVID-19 – What We’re Seeing Now

Nearly all businesses in the U.S. have been impacted, either directly or indirectly, by the COVID-19 pandemic. Airlines, hotels, restaurants, salons, retailers and more are all struggling to stay in business, leaving countless workers unemployed. However, some companies have been more fortunate, with some seeing unexpected growth during this challenging time. We asked ourselves, why

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Financial Reporting in the Time of COVID-19 – What you need to know

The spread of COVID-19 has resulted in significant disruptions to business operations, as well as increased economic uncertainty. As the impact of COVID-19 continues, this uncertainty has resulted in financial reporting implications.   Financial Reporting Considerations We’ve reviewed the accounting and reporting issues that are likely to be the most prevalent and challenging. Below are

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Navigating and Maximizing the Payroll Protection Program

The new CARES Act Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) provides small businesses with funds to pay up to 8 weeks of payroll costs, including benefits. Funds can also be used to pay interest on mortgages, rent, and utilities. SBA lenders have begun accepting loan applications. We have received many inquiries from the community regarding the details

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Top Priorities in a Crisis

As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, the full impact is unknown. From dealing with workforce shortages to creating virtual work environments, business leaders are faced with keeping their businesses operational while responding to the developing global crisis. Blythe Global Advisors remains vigilant in monitoring the changes that affect business and supporting clients as they

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