To Life! is a common toast, and recent medical advances have confirmed what wine drinkers have known for years–moderate wine consumption is good for people. From positive effects on the heart and cardiovascular system to increased resistance to certain forms of cancer and reduced risk of osteoporosis, the wine has a number of benefits. For...
There comes a point in every (successful) business’ operation when things get crowded. Growth indicates it is time to analyze your business’ current needs, and make predictions about what you will need in the future. By identifying the ways your existing workplace fails to meet your needs, you gain valuable insight into what your new...
Summer through the fall harvest is traditionally the peak season for wine tastings, and whether your winery is ready or not, it’s here. In the forty years since the Judgement of Paris proved that California wines could stand with the best of France, wine and wineries have literally exploded across the globe. With so many...
Wine and Architecture–the two go together like wine and… Well, everything. From the centuries-old Chateaus of Europe to the newer estates of the Americas, a winery’s architecture is often linked to the wine it produces. The image of the winery becomes part and parcel of the brand image of the label and the vintages the...
For the last several years, the tech industry has been all about drones. You might be surprised to learn that they have actually been around for decades, originally developed for military use, and therefore not so broadly publicized. Over the past several years, advances in drone technology have since expanded its applications. Accessibility and wider...
In the wake of Japan and Ecuador’s recent earthquakes, we are reminded just how important our structural engineers are. They are responsible for engineering resilience into designs so that natural phenomena like earthquakes and strong wind don’t spell disaster for the structure and its occupants. Ecuador and Japan recently suffered devastating high-magnitude earthquakes just a...
Sierra View Construction is pleased to announce the groundbreaking of the Falls Event Center in Roseville, California. The project was awarded to Sierra View after the successful completion of another Falls facility in Fresno, CA. "We're excited to be the general contractor for the Falls Event Center in Roseville", says Mark Davis, Sierra View's Founder,...
Social media: it’s a force. I hesitate to say "good" or "evil" because it is both, and neither, all at once. The user is responsible for the outcome for good or ill. It's been used to spread love just as much as hate. Its power, however, is undeniable. With social media, anyone with a big...
There are many mistakes a start-up can overcome. In the long-run, it may not matter if you chose the wrong flooring, hired an inadequate manager, or even if your printed materials contain a typo. With a little finesse, these things can be corrected, and as your business grows, you’ll soon forget about the trials and...
