Deloitte Canada Insights

Vision, passion, achievement: A Best Managed case study

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:17:33 GMT

How do you go from being a good, profitable private company to being best in class? Get involved with Canada�s 50 Best Managed Companies program. For 17 years, the country�s pre-eminent business awards program has been recognizing strong businesses and fostering their continued success. In this episode, we talk to two executives from Lakeside Process Controls, a company that didn�t win the first year it applied. But it recognized the value of getting in the game. And in 2008, Lakeside became a Platinum Club member for winning the Best Managed designation seven years in a row.(11 minutes)

Raising capital in tight credit markets

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 19:36:47 GMT

Robert Olsen, North American leader of the Capital Advisory practice, and Russell David, national leader of the Corporate Finance practice, discuss the state of capital financing in Canada. Learn how companies can ensure that their capital requirements are adequately addressed, despite tight credit markets. (18 minutes)

Public sector challenges: Managing in volatile times

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 18:00:00 GMT

The Honourable Pierre S. Pettigrew, Deloitte�s executive advisor on international affairs, and Paul Macmillan, national leader of the Public Sector practice, discuss the challenges of governing in volatile times. What can governments do to boost a faltering economy? Is infrastructure spending a viable option? What other policy instruments should governments consider? (17 minutes)

Mission critical IT: Managing in volatile times

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 20:03:21 GMT

In this special edition of Deloitte Canada Insights, Paul Held discusses the role of information technology in an economic slowdown. How can technology leaders assess which IT projects are mission critical? How can they ensure IT is delivering value to the business? And how can they get more value from technology partners? (14 minutes)

Turnaround strategies: Managing in volatile times

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 19:20:45 GMT

Ramesh Swamy and Bryan Tannenbaum of Deloitte�s Financial Advisory practice discuss response strategies for distressed companies in this special edition podcast. Learn about the three stages of distress, the response strategies that apply to each, and key tactics for preserving cash in turbulent times. (16 minutes)

CFO debates: A practical approach to decision-making

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 22:25:12 GMT

Doug Wilkinson, national leader of the Control Assurance practice, and Steve McCaughey, national leader of the Finance and Performance Management practice, set the context for today�s critical CFO challenges and debate some of the key decisions CFOs face. Weigh both sides of the debates and make the right decisions for your company. (19 minutes)

Agribusiness in Canada: It is a growing concern

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Wed, 27 Oct 2008 20:24:44 GMT

Peter Barr, leader of the agriculture practice, and Paul van Eyk, a Financial Advisory partner specializing in crisis management, discuss the challenges facing Canada's agri-food industry, from spikes in commodity prices to global food shortages to financial viability. Learn how agricultural producers � from growers to fisheries to food processors � can face these challenges head-on.(22 minutes)

Green supply chain management: Opportunity today, imperative tomorrow

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Fri, 22 Aug 2008 11:32:39 GMT

Valerie Chort, leader of Deloitte's Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability practice in Canada, and Stephen Brown, a partner with the Supply Chain practice, discuss the key benefits and challenges of 'greener' supply chains. Discover how leading companies are making their supply chains more sustainable � and how you can get started. (20 minutes)

Succession planning: Ignore at your own risk

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 13:52:04 GMT

Harley Mintz draws on 30 years of experience in serving private companies to talk about the importance of good succession planning. Learn about the main disposition strategies, the role of tax planning, and the key to executing a successful family transfer. (19 minutes)

The future of manufacturing in Canada

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 10:50:10 GMT

Deloitte's Luc Martin and Jayson Myers, president of Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters, discuss the key challenges and competitive advantages of Canada's manufacturers. Learn about the weakest link in manufacturing value chain, and what Canadian manufacturers can do to boost their competitive edge. (24 minutes)

Breathing lessons for CFOs: How today's CFOs can find time to do it all

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Fri, 16 May 2008 14:22:19 GMT

Steve McCaughey and Doug Wilkinson explore why many of today's chief financial officers are struggling to keep their heads above water. Discover the many roles that CFOs must fulfill, how they can find time to do it all � and ultimately, add value in their organizations.

Contents under pressure: Protect your company from market volatility

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 10:23:52 GMT

Ryan Brain and Russell David discuss the many external and internal forces that are putting pressure on companies � and on their bottom lines. Learn how your business can prepare itself to respond more effectively and alleviate the pressure.

What it takes to be the best: Lessons from Canada's Best Managed Companies

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 16:41:33 GMT

John Hughes and Mike Goodfellow of Canada's 50 Best Managed awards program explore the characteristics of award-winning private companies. Discover how to take your company from good to better to best.

2008 Canadian technology, media and telecommunications trends

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 12:57:36 GMT

John Ruffolo and Duncan Stewart of Deloitte's Technology, Media & Telecommunications industry group discuss emerging trends in 2008. Discover the key TMT trends for Canada, and how they may impact your business.

Venture capital in Canada: An industry in crisis

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 11:20:59 GMT

John Ruffolo, Deloitte's Technology, Media & Telecommunications leader, examines the crisis in Canada's venture capital industry. Learn about the surprising results of Deloitte's global VC survey, and the tax barriers impeding foreign VCs from investing in Canada's tech companies.

Developing the oil sands: Exploring the producers' dilemma

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 10:23:10 GMT

Dick Cooper and Brant Sangster examine the dilemma facing today's oil sands producers: how to forge ahead in a booming industry. Learn about the most likely outcomes of current development, and how producers can influence the evolution of the industry. (20 minutes)

Addressing climate change: Strategies for sustainability

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 10:11:29 GMT

Valerie Chort and Pat Concessi examine how increasing awareness of climate change is impacting companies in every industry. Discover how companies can respond to rising expectations from stakeholders and strengthen their climate change strategy. 20 minutes

Intellectual property theft: Not if, but when

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Mon, 17 Sep 2007 10:48:37 GMT

Bob Low and Dave Stewart discuss why companies need to understand the value of their intellectual property. Learn how to reduce the risk of intellectual property theft, and how to respond if it happens to your company. 25 minutes

Driving business performance: Bridging strategy and technology to build shareholder value

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 10:58:10 GMT

In this Deloitte Canada Insights podcast, Raymond Pineda and Patrick Stobbs examine the benefits of effective performance management. Learn how to select the right performance management tools to help you make informed business decisions. 26 minutes

Provinces in transition: Exploring the challenges facing today's provincial governments

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Fri, 15 Jun 2007 11:18:04 GMT

Paul Macmillan, Deloitte's public sector leader in Canada, discusses the challenges facing the provincial level of government. Learn about the magnitude and scope of the issues, as well as effective strategies for a successful transition.

Income trusts: Facing the new realities and getting on with business

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Tue, 22 May 2007 12:26:21 GMT

Andrew W. Dunn and Brent Houlden, co-leaders of Deloitte's Trusts and Partnerships group, examine the prevailing trends shaping the trust sector. Learn about the options available to trusts as they prepare for impending taxation in 2011.

La responsabilit� d'entreprise : de la strat�gie � une citoyennet� engag�e

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 11:51:48 GMT

� l'�re d'une plus grande transparence et des attentes accrues des intervenants, Johanne G�linas de Deloitte explique comment une soci�t� peut rehausser son niveau de responsabilit� d'entreprise. Apprenez comment attester la performance de votre soci�t� � ce chapitre, am�liorer votre rapport de responsabilit� et cr�er de la valeur �conomique.

Corporate responsibility: From strategy to good corporate citizenship

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 11:49:50 GMT

Deloitte's Valerie Chort discusses what it takes to be a responsible corporate citizen in today's climate of increased transparency and heightened stakeholder expectations. Learn how to assess your company's performance, improve your corporate responsibility report and create business value.

Certification for smaller companies: Same end game, different approach

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Fri, 30 Mar 2007 09:50:23 GMT

Terry Hatherell discusses how smaller companies can implement a risk-based compliance program to address the requirements of CEO and CFO certification. Discover how smaller companies can take advantage of their leaner structures to achieve certification compliance.

Mergers and acquisitions: The art of the deal

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 09:08:16 GMT

In this Deloitte Canada Insights podcast, Charles Knight and Derek Alty discuss the forces behind today's dynamic M&A markets. Learn about key trends and discover the pitfalls to a profitable deal.

Technology, Media & Telecommunications Predictions for 2007: Power to the people

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Thu, 18 Jan 2007 09:35:49 GMT

John Ruffolo, leader of the Technology, Media & Telecommunications practice, delves into leading industry trends in Canada. Learn how these trends may impact your business model, consumer demand and your ability to drive future growth.

Tips for safe online shopping: Protect yourself and your customers against online fraud

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Fri, 15 Dec 2006 10:52:06 GMT

In this Deloitte Canada Insights podcast, Raj Krishnamoorthy, leader of the Security & Privacy Services group in Toronto, offers his tips on how to make online shopping safe for both consumers and online retailers.

Lessons from Canadian technology leaders: Spotlight on Canada's Fast 500 winners

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Tue, 07 Nov 2006 11:34:33 GMT

In this Deloitte Canada Insights podcast, Deloitte's John Ruffolo examines the secrets of success behind Canada's strong showing on Deloitte's Fast 500 North America ranking. Learn how Canada's fastest-growing tech companies are driving their growth through innovation and R&D.

Canada's oil sands: Is it the new frontier for an oil-thirsty world?

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Fri, 20 Oct 2006 11:12:55 GMT

In this Deloitte Canada Insights podcast, Deloitte's Dick Cooper takes an in-depth look at the challenges facing oil sands companies. Learn what the oil sands mean to the Canadian economy and what companies are doing to get their projects onstream.

Moving beyond compliance: How directors can help companies reap the rewards of good governance

Deloitte & Touche LLP (Canada) — Wed, 13 Sep 2006 16:42:25 GMT

In this Deloitte Canada Insights podcast, Jim Goodfellow, vice-chair and senior partner in charge of Deloitte's Corporate Governance practice, discusses how companies can turn the regulatory requirements into drivers of improved corporate governance.