Technology makes it easier to interact with people across great distances and time zones, and it makes conference attendance even more valuable by increasing the importance of informal hallway discussions between colleagues. These personal relationships that foster face-to-face discussions are becoming increasingly international, regardless of the size of your company or the markets you serve, as you and your colleagues participate in a global market for products, services and people. 
 
Globalization impacts your business, whether it’s relying on an international supply chain for linens, garments, uniforms and equipment, emerging standards and regulations, or potential growth and partnership ...