Restaurants were originally opposed to it, but with a spate of state and local laws creating a regulatory patchwork, many national chains came around to support a federal standard as part of the health care reform.This past Tuesday before the Thanksgiving holiday when Americans usually eat their largest meal of the year, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released the long-awaited menu labeling rule that requires calorie counts on menus and vending machines. The rule was promulgated under the 2010 Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare. Restaurants were originally opposed to it, but with a spate of state and local laws creating a regulatory patchwork, many national chains came around to support a federal standard as part of the he...
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Weighing in on strategic realignment
WPI’s team was retained by the governing board of a U.S. industry organization to review a decision, reached by vote, to invest significant assets into the development and management of an export trading company. WPI’s team conducted a formal review of this decision and concluded that the current level of market saturation would limit the benefits of the investment. Based on WPI’s analysis and recommended actions, the board subsequently reversed its decision and undertook a strategic planning effort to identify more impactful investments. On behalf of numerous clients, WPI has not only assisted in identifying strategic paths but also advised their implementation.