If you have difficulty viewing this newsletter, click here to view as a Web page. Click here to view in plain text. | | Monday, April 16, 2012 | Today's Cover Story Steven Overly APR 15 A growing number of businesses are capitalizing on the popularity of tablet and smartphone devices by deploying apps or versions of their software that employees can access from mobile gadgets. Latest news from Capital Business Danielle Douglas APR 15 The McLean bank is cutting nearly 500 assistant branch managers, including 166 area positions. Jonathan O'Connell APR 15 Researchers say the collapse of the local office market is largely due to political gridlock on Capitol Hill. Jonathan O'Connell APR 15 The daily deals company recently moved into its sixth D.C. office, the former Acme Stove building. Marjorie Censer APR 15 The McLean-based contractor says publicity from troubled contracts could hamper its growth. Abha Bhattarai APR 15 Largo-based Money One offers members a choice between interest and $10 of iTunes every month. Catherine Ho APR 15 The state is the country's first to enact a law to protect the privacy of job candidates and employees. Abha Bhattarai APR 15 Decision Lens gives the dolls, which cost about $500 a piece, to high-performing employees. Marjorie Censer APR 15 Silynx Communications' headsets are used by Special Ops, Navy SEALs and the FBI's SWAT team. Steven Overly APR 15 One employment site deals with the technology sector, while another focuses on minority candidates. Catherine Ho APR 15 Companies are paying attention to a lawsuit about whether trademarks can be used as keywords. Danielle Douglas APR 15 Operating dining and shopping venues at airports and travel plazas is paying off, says Tom Fricke. Joyce E. A. Russell APR 15 Career Coach | Excerpts from Joyce E.A. Russell's online chat with readers on April 11. More from Capital Business | This Week's Capital Business | | | Capital Business On Twitter Follow @OConnellPostbiz, @DaniDougPost, @addedvalueth, @stevenoverly, @CommonCenser, and of course @CapitalBiz, for real-time news about business in the Capital. Newsroom Have an idea for a story? Send it to capbiznews@washpost.com. Upcoming Events April 17th Washington Area Apartment Market Webinar Delta Associates April 19th Premier Titans Event featuring Steve Ballmer Northern Virginia Technology Council For more on local business events, click here. Capital Business in Print To Advertise The April 23rd issue of Capital Business will have a cover story focused on STEM Education and what local companies are doing to promote science and math education. Space deadline is Tuesday, April 17th. For more information or to reserve your space please contact: To Subscribe To subscribe to Capital Business in print, you can either text, call or subscribe online. The Washington Post subscriber rate is $49 per year (lowest rate available!) or purchase Capital Business as a stand-alone at $69 per year which includes 52 weekly issues and access to content online. (Applicable taxes will be charged.) * Message and data rates may apply. Four messages needed to complete your order. Reply STOP to opt-out; HELP for info. |