INSIDE WISCONSIN
Get insights on technology, the economy and politics through "Inside Wisconsin" by Tom StillInsideWis: With Congress in disarray, data privacy laws falling to states … for now
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – The same body that ousted a speaker of the House of Representatives for the first time in history, is confronted by global crises and is flirting with yet another federal shutdown deadline is not likely to act any time soon on establishing...
InsideWis: Can’t find enough workers? More manufacturers turn to tech for answers
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. -- Attracting and retaining skilled workers remains a leading worry for Wisconsin manufacturers, but they’re not letting it stand in the way of competing in what many see as an uncertain economy. In fact, automation and adoption of emerging...
InsideWis: Even in tough climate, young companies can raise money they need
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – There’s rarely a time when it’s easy for early stage companies to raise money from investors, and today’s conditions fall on the opposite end of the scale. And yet, for those companies with technologies or business ideas favored by the...
InsideWis: Time to find a solution to Legislature’s stalemate with the UW System
By Tom Still  MADISON, Wis. -- The standoff between the Wisconsin Legislature and Wisconsin’s public universities threatens to harm the state’s economy the longer it persists. There needs to be a negotiated end. The latest salvo came Sept. 19 when Assembly Speaker...
InsideWis: Range of rankings exist on whether Wisconsin is good or bad for small business
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – Is Wisconsin a good place to start and grow a business? The answer likely depends on who’s asking the question, where that business is located within the state, and what factors are measured. Wisconsin is either second best, third from the...
InsideWis: In time of healthcare upheaval, quality of Wisconsin hospitals scores high
By Tom Still MADISON, Wis. – Healthcare delivery systems in Wisconsin and across the nation are changing – and rapidly, in many cases. Recovery from the COVID-19 emergency, higher costs and workforce concerns are among issues compelling medical systems and hospitals...