China approves first foreign-owned senior care facility
Market Watch
Cascade Healthcare has received approval from the Shanghai government to open a senior care facility in China.  While principle investor Dan Baty recognizes that “this first project is a prototype in the truest sense of the word,” he also says, “the need for senior care in China is staggering.”  The hope is that this will be the first facility of many to come.

8 oz. Burger Bar coming to Capitol Hill
CHS Blog
Chef and partner Govind Armstrong looks to bring his signature, California-style burger to Capitol Hill. Armstrong, along with 8 oz. Burger Bar executive chef, Jacob Wildman, will seek out the finest local ingredients and use only the best purveyors of humanely raised and natural meats. 8 oz. Burger Bar seems to be destined for Seattle’s Harvard Market complex – an area with a newly, revised restaurant scene.

Business Intelligence software and small business
Inc.
Business Intelligence (BI) software is most often associated with large companies, but with the rapid advancement of technology, more and more small businesses have been able to get involved.  However, that leads to the real question: how do you know if it’s right for you?  Christina DesMarais of Inc. gives eight ways to know whether BI software will help your business.

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