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Cyberattacks remain a risk .
Integrated Business Systems Michael Mullin , President
We expect a huge increase in the number of cyberattacks . Organizations should remain aware of the risks and ensure that they have the solutions in place to prevent attacks without disrupting the business flow . They must be proactive and leave no part of their infrastructure unprotected or they risk becoming the next victim of these attacks .
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UTILITIES
SJI Mike Renna , President and CEO
Climate change is an issue SJI works tirelessly to address . Our carbon reduction goals are some of the most aggressive among gas utility companies in the United States . We will continue investing in innovative technology to bring our communities the cleanest energy we can deliver safely and affordably . We look forward to being part of New Jersey ’ s clean energy future .
WEIGHING SERVICES , SCALES
Atlantic Scale Company Bill Algieri , President and CEO
The issues that are shaping our company are inflationary pressures , supply chain demands ( China , Germany , Netherlands ), continued
COVID‐19 challenges ( vaccination policies ) and the political landscape ( tax laws ). Additionally , pricing issues from vendors , steel surcharges , ( 80 percent of our portfolio has been increased by 20 percent ) and freight and fuel charges with no end in sight have become the leading trends . We predict that orders will continue to be cancelled due to shipping and supply chain issues and that U . S . -based manufacturing companies will excel . We anticipate $ 5.00 per gallon on fuel charges and continued staffing concerns for CDL certified workers and minimum wage earners .
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A Toast to Sparkling Wine
By Wendy Tait , CIANJ ’ s EVP , Business Development and Strategic Initiatives , Sommelier
It ’ s the holiday season , a time filled with family , friends and the age-old question , “ What bottle of bubbly to drink ?” This year , chances are you won ’ t be alone , seated at your kitchen counter , toasting loved ones in your pajamas over Zoom .
With so many options in the world of sparkling wines , there are a couple of things to consider before grabbing a bottle off the shelf . The first thing is budget ; you don ’ t have to spend a lot to get a lot , as many wines are available between $ 10 and $ 30 , such as Prosecco from Italy , Cava from Spain or sparkling wine from the United States , each a perfect host or hostess gift . If , however , you are looking to impress a connoisseur , you would be wise to spend the extra cash on a bottle of true champagne , which comes from France , not Korbel ( wink wink ). The price of champagne will vary based on the producer , but you can source a nice , reputable bottle starting at around $ 45 .
Sparkling wine is universal , will appeal to most wine drinkers and is so much more than just some bubbly to toast with when the ball drops . Pop that bottle , enjoy it as an aperitif , with dinner or to ring in the New Year like we used to , with the people who matter to us most .
Sparkling wine is universal , will appeal to most wine drinkers and it is so much more than just some bubbly to toast with .
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