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         <title><![CDATA[Expanding business in Asia Pacific]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[As Asia Pacific economies continue their rapid growth and become more deeply integrated, multinational companies are changing how their expanding in the region for the long-haul--from setting up regional hubs and distribution networks, to developing local talent, to building brand loyalty amongst the region's rapidly growing number of middle class consumers.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 17 Jan 2012 02:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[Medical innovation]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[The way we assess value in medical technology is changing radically.  Payers are refusing to pay for incremental innovations that do not significantly improve health or reduce cost.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 16 Jan 2012 11:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[Updating flexibility strategies]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Employees with access to flexible work arrangements (FWAs) tend to be more satisfied, committed and engaged with their jobs, which leads to increased innovation, quality, productivity, and growth.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 17 Nov 2011 11:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on the Boardroom  Agenda]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Directors recognize the changing governance landscape. New governance regulations, risks associated with emerging technologies and fraud, and the effects of the economic downturn have corporate directors focusing on ways to increase their effectiveness in the boardroom. Executive compensation, risk management, and succession planning are three areas of focus for directors.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 09 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10 Minutes on why you want to get into healthcare]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/changing-corruption-risks.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Changing+corruption+risks]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Why the anti-corruption regulatory movement is now one of the most formidable compliance challenges confronting the private sector, and what you need to know about it.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 02 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10 Minutes on why you want to get into healthcare]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/why-you-want-to-get-into-healthcare.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Why+you+want+to+get+into+healthcare]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Healthcare will reach nearly 20% of the US GDP by 2019 and is bursting with new products and services. It is also enticing more and more businesses to enter this marketplace. Here’s why you should take note.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[Investing in Africa]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/investing-in-africa.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Investing+in+Africa]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Africa has some of the world’s fastest-growing economies and offers the highest risk-adjusted returns on foreign direct investment among emerging economies. To succeed, investors must look beyond dazzling returns and one-off projects, and sign on as participating partners in Africa's long-term growth and development.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[The Future of revenue recognition]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/future-revenue-recognition.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=The+Future+of+revenue+recognition]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Revenue, or the “top line,” is a closely monitored measure of an entity's growth and market share. The FASB and IASB are currently in the process of replacing existing revenue guidance with a new global accounting standard for all revenue transactions. How will this change affect your business?]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 28 Jul 2011 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[Doing deals in China]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Companies seeking growth in China are exploring alternatives to outright M&A strategies, acquisitions, traditional joint ventures, wholly foreign owned entities (WFOEs), and dollar-denominated private equity funds to succeed. Here we discuss their approach.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 09 May 2011 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on the CEO agenda]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/ceo-agenda.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=CEO+agenda]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[The changing global economy, emerging markets and a renewed focus on growth &mdash; how are companies capitalising on opportunities to increase revenue, create innovative products and services, and fill skills gaps in unfamiliar parts of the world?]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 02 Mar 2011 11:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[The future of lessee accounting]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/the-future-of-leasing.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=The+future+of+lessee+accounting]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[As early as 2014, in the US and internationally, leases could be required to appear on companies' balance sheets, which will impact debt and earnings metrics, and some companies' ability to borrow or spend capital PwC looks at the issue, and how procurement, IT, tax, treasury, operations, HR, finance and accounting can all be affected.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 08 Feb 2011 11:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[Engaging your pivotal talent]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/engaging-your-pivotal-talent.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Engaging+your+pivotal+talent]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Higher employee engagement means improved retention, customer loyalty, revenue, sales and profit. But should you strive to raise engagement among all employees? The answer may surprise you.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 07 Dec 2010 11:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[Information security]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/information-security.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Information+security]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Emerging technologies like cloud computing and social media are growing more sophisticated, but so are hacker techniques. As companies look at growth initiatives and ways to hold down costs, what should CIOs do to protect critical data and avoid other information security risks?]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 28 Oct 2010 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[US financial reform]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/financial-reform.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=US+financial+reform]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[The Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act (The Dodd-Frank Act)ushers in a new financial regulatory architecture. Of chief concern to business leaders: How will The Act affect my company's ability to fund its needs, maintain liquidity, earn competitive rates on cash and investments, manage commodity and financial risks through derivatives, and provide financing to my customers?]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[The cloud]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/cloud-computing.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=The+cloud]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Cloud computing can help businesses meet demands for greater agility as it is changing the ability for companies to deliver solutions at the new speed of business. Cloud computing solutions have the potential to accelerate innovation and time-to-market, enhance customer engagement, and improve connections across the network of suppliers, time zones, and cultures.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 11 Jun 2010 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/cloud-computing.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=The+cloud]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on trust and transparency]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/trust-and-transparency.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Trust+and+transparency]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[What actions are companies taking to restore, sustain or enhance trust in business? We take a closer look at this and identify some potential benefits of those actions, like better risk management, operational innovations and sources of companies' next competitive advantage.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 18 May 2010 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/trust-and-transparency.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Trust+and+transparency]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[Finance & accounting shared services]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/finance-accounting-new.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Finance+%26+accounting+shared+services]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[10Minutes on Finance & Accounting shared services voices PwC's point of view on how organizations can attempt to minimize, offset, or capitalize on the business consequences of a global economic slowdown when deciding to implement or re-evaluate their current shared services centers.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 05 May 2010 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/finance-accounting-new.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Finance+%26+accounting+shared+services]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on the CIO]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/cio.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=The+CIO]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Though c-suite executives are pretty comfortable with technology these days, they can work with their CIOs and CTOs to use new technology to build competitive advantage. With new products and services, CIOs and CTOs are helping to win loyal customers while running increasingly efficient IT organizations. Is your company embracing these opportunities? If not, here’s some insight into what you can do.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 27 Apr 2010 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on health reform]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/health-reform.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Health+reform]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Companies will need to re-examine their benefits strategies in the wake of Congress’ passage of the most substantial change to the health system since Medicare. How can agile companies prepare for the major changes coming their way, since the new healthcare bill will affect all employers regardless of size?]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Sat, 10 Apr 2010 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on transforming HR]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/transforming-hr.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Transforming+HR]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[The link between talent and business results was apparent during the financial crisis, as pivotal employees proved the difference at many firms. HR can play a key role in growing a company’s bottom line through four key actions: building the brand, aligning talent and corporate strategies, developing talent and measuring success. What is your HR department doing to help your company’s performance?]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 23 Mar 2010 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on global infrastructure]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/global-infrastructure.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Global+infrastructure]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[In this business brief, PwC discusses the risks and opportunities associated with global infrastructure investment, and offers insight into optimal project management, governance and assurance.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 18 Mar 2010 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on compensation]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/compensation-pay-performance-model.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Compensation]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[PwC looks at how new federal guidance refines the pay-for-performance compensation model for all public companies, not just banks and financial services institutions.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 15 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on business continuity management]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/business-continuity-management.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Business+continuity+management]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[The best disaster survival manuals anticipate major disruptions to the supply chain or at outsourced operations. IT departments play a key role in helping to design business continuity management programs that continually assess— as well as counter—risks.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 05 Jan 2010 12:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/business-continuity-management.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Business+continuity+management]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on maximizing internal audit]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/internal-audit-risks-costs.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Maximizing+internal+audit]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[In this business brief, PwC shows how enhancing Internal Audit's role can help you reduce risks, optimize costs, and execute your growth strategies.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 15 Dec 2009 07:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on post-crisis boardrooms]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/post-crisis-boardrooms.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Post-crisis+boardrooms]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[It’s a year into the financial meltdown. What have directors been thinking and doing about it? Some are putting off key changes to operations and business models until regulators and Congress resolve policy issues like healthcare, greenhouse gas emissions, financial regulation, and executive compensation. Others aren’t waiting around for that to happen. They’re seizing growth opportunities now.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 09 Dec 2009 07:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on monetizing carbon]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/monetizing-carbon-greenhouse-gas-emissions.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Monetizing+carbon]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Mandatory reduction of greenhouse gas emissions will affect all companies, not just heavy emitters. In this business brief, PwC shows what companies can do to prepare for cap-and-trade.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 03 Dec 2009 12:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on combating corruption]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/anti-corruption-risk-fcpa.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Combating+corruption]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[We look at how prosecutions and fines are increasing under the FCPA, UNAC regulations, and anti-corruption compliance strategy. We also discuss using forensic due diligence and corporate intelligence to expand into foreign markets.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on off-balance-sheet arrangements]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/off-balance-sheet-arrangements.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Off-balance-sheet+arrangements]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[New reporting requirements  for off-balance-sheet arrangements will  impact  financial reporting as well as current and future business  ventures, financing, financial metrics, operations, stakeholder communications,  internal controls, and IT systems.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 30 Sep 2009 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on managing diversity]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/managing-diversity.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Managing+diversity]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[To be successful, diversity efforts must entail more than just feel-good initiatives or programs that can be toppled by budget cuts or lethargy. Take 10Minutes now for PwC’s view on diversity and how cultural dexterity is key to creating sustainable competitive advantage.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 26 Jul 2009 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/managing-diversity.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Managing+diversity]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on supply chain risk management]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/supply-chain-risk-management.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Supply+chain+risk+management]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Global supply chains are facing major upheavals in the world economy, and manufacturing activity is being particularly hard hit as a result. Add to the mix tight credit and dwindling demand, and bankruptcies increase. Take 10Minutes now for greater insight into supply chains – the pressures they face, how disruptions affect profitability and reputation, and why companies must analyze critical suppliers’ financial and operational metrics.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 09 Jun 2009 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on managing risk and performance]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/managing-risk-performance.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Managing+risk+and+performance]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Companies are under pressure to reform how risk is assessed and to measure its effect on a company’s performance. Linking risk and performance gives companies the confidence to take smart risks.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 27 May 2009 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on US infrastructure]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/united-states-infrastructure.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=US+infrastructure]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[There’s a massive need to renew US infrastructure. What forces are converging now to make it happen? Take 10Minutes for a quick overview of the factors and risks – like skills shortages, hidden costs, vulnerable supply chains and more  -- and what goes into good management in today’s environment.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 06 May 2009 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/united-states-infrastructure.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=US+infrastructure]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on the emerging influence of IFRS ]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/ifrs-emerging-impact-briefing.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Emerging+influence+of+IFRS]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[How the impact of International Financial Reporting Standards will broaden considerably over the next few years as the convergence of US GAAP and IFRS brings key changes to US financial reporting.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 22 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/ifrs-emerging-impact-briefing.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Emerging+influence+of+IFRS]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on international tax increases]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/multi-national-corporate-tax-increases-briefing.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=International+tax+increases]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[PwC analyzes the proposals to change the taxation of US multinational corporations in President Barack Obama's proposed fiscal year 2010 budget.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 02 Apr 2009 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/multi-national-corporate-tax-increases-briefing.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=International+tax+increases]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on realizing ERP value]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/enterprise-resource-planning-erp.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Realizing+ERP+value]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[What’s a core factor in whether a company folds or capitalizes from the current economic downturn? Across most industries, it’s enterprise applications – especially those that are agile, efficient and cost-effective. In fact, this 10Minutes looks at how downturns can be the best time to undertake ERP-related actions.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 26 Mar 2009 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on current developments for directors]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/market-crisis-directors-briefing.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Current+developments+for+directors]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[The economic crisis has markedly changed the business and regulatory landscape. Which long-held assumptions about market forces are losing currency, and what will take the place of those assumptions? Here, directors step in with their hands-on experience and wisdom to help management negotiate the new terrain and ultimately keep their companies on course.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 12 Mar 2009 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on the US stimulus package ]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/stimulus-plan-arra.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=US+stimulus+package]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[How will the $787 billion stimulus package put forth by President Obama really affect business and the economy? Will it have the desired impact it claims? Will it force you to change your business strategy and what will you have to keep in mind concerning accountability, transparency and control? Take 10Minutes to find out now...]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 23 Feb 2009 12:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/stimulus-plan-arra.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=US+stimulus+package]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on bolstering corporate liquidity]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/corporate-liquidity.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Bolstering+corporate+liquidity]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[How do companies today face an environment where credit is still scarce and cash is king? While short-term cash management and tax strategies can provide liquidity relief today, business must also develop a more long-term strategy to bolster liquidity. Take 10Minues now for PwC’s take on the issue.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 20 Feb 2009 12:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/corporate-liquidity.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Bolstering+corporate+liquidity]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on finance & accounting shared services]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/finance-accounting.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Finance+%26+accounting+shared+services]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[How can organizations minimize, offset, or capitalize on the business consequences of a global economic slowdown when deciding to implement or re-evaluate their current shared services centers? Here we give our view.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 04 Feb 2009 12:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/finance-accounting.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Finance+%26+accounting+shared+services]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on making divestitures successful]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/divestitures.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Making+divestitures+successful]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[What disadvantages do sellers face from the credit crisis, volatile stock markets and the recession? They have fewer buyers, more caution and lower deal multiples. In response, companies are exploring their options – like divestitures – as a way of raising cash, shedding debt and improving performance. Here we share some ideas on how you can make divestitures successful for your company.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on sustainable cost reduction]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/cost-reduction-management.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Sustainable+cost+reduction+and+cost+management]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Companies are justifiably anxious to reduce costs, but a lot of cost-cutting measures are short-term only, which wind up damaging corporate infrastructure and culture and cause struggles long after the recession ends. Take 10Minutes now on PwC’s view of how companies’ COOs should simultaneously tackle both cost reduction and cost management for enduring results.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Mon, 19 Jan 2009 12:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/cost-reduction-management.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Sustainable+cost+reduction+and+cost+management]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on health reform under Obama ]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/obama-health-reform.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=The+Obama+plan+for+health+reform]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[PwC presents an overview of the possible impact the Obama proposals for healthcare reform could have on businesses In the coming year, large employers could face major changes in this area proposed by President Obama and members of the Democratic Congress.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 16 Jan 2009 12:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/obama-health-reform.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=The+Obama+plan+for+health+reform]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on rethinking pivotal talent]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/people-management-financial-crisis.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Rethinking+pivotal+talent]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Before reflexively introducing across-the-board headcount reductions, it is useful to first identify your "pivotal talent"— those game-changing employees whose performance can make or break your bottom line.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Wed, 26 Nov 2008 12:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/people-management-financial-crisis.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Rethinking+pivotal+talent]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on data and identity theft]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/data-identity-theft.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Data+and+identity+theft]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[It’s an interconnected business world. Portability and accessibility of information are crucial components of it This is a great thing  -- until the information gets shared with the wrong person. Data and identity theft can be devastating to a company’s brand, reputation and even financial well-being. Take 10Minutes now to learn more about how protection of sensitive information is an overall business issue, not just an IT issue.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Sun, 19 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/data-identity-theft.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Data+and+identity+theft]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on transitioning to IFRS]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/ifrs-transitioning.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Transitioning+to+IFRS]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[With mandatory IFRS transition likely to begin in 2014, companies need to look at how management will communicate with investors post-transition; how some companies may need to change their business practices with customers and vendors; and how the change to IFRS will affect compensation. Here, PwC offers in-depth overview of the issues.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 04 Sep 2008 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on fair value in financial reporting]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/fair-value-financial-reporting.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Fair+value+in+financial+reporting]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Fair value is the best available method for financial instruments but its limitations and challenges should be carefully evaluated before expanding its use beyond where it's applicable today. PwC has some guidance you can use.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/fair-value-financial-reporting.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Fair+value+in+financial+reporting]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on tax reform]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/tax-reform.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Tax+reform]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Here we outline steps companies should be taking now to anticipate both risks and opportunities from likely tax reform scenarios and how to prepare for potential outcomes.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Thu, 05 Jun 2008 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on climate change]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/climate-change-briefing.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Climate+change]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Will climate and energy policies strenthen the economy and national security, while protecting the environment? Carbon dioxide greenhouse gases targeted by cap and trade policies and stimulus for low-carbon technologies aim to help, but if enacted, how will they affect how the US produces energy?]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 03 Jun 2008 12:00:00 EDT]]></pubDate>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on driving change]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/effective-change-management.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Driving+change]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[An environment of constant change demands a new approach to business strategy. While creating efficiencies and cutting costs through process standardization and IT investment was once an effective way to create competitive advantage, companies are now finding themselves bogged down by inflexible systems and processes. Companies must reclaim the right balance of standardization and flexibility and develop a new core competency: agility.]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 29 Jan 2008 12:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
         <guid><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/effective-change-management.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Driving+change]]></guid>
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         <title><![CDATA[10Minutes on mergers and acqusitions]]></title>
         <link><![CDATA[http://www.pwc.com/us/en/10minutes/mergers-acquistions.jhtml?WT.rss_f=PwC+presents+10Minutes&WT.rss_ev=a&WT.rss_a=Mergers+and+acquisitions]]></link>
         <description><![CDATA[Expensing transaction and restructuring costs, and the broader use of fair value concepts will increase audit transparency and dilute earnings. How will operating and financial performance metrics be affected and should shareholders reassess the content they present in communications?]]></description>
         <pubDate><![CDATA[Tue, 27 Nov 2007 12:00:00 EST]]></pubDate>
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