Have you heard of a virtual trade show?

Which type of equipment at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2011 interests you most?

The recent uptick in gas prices:

What is your firms stance on major conferences such as SPAR, CONEXPO-CON/AGG, Hexagon 2011 and The Survey Summit?

More sheet metal contractors are finding opportunities in energy auditing. Is your company performing energy audits?

What segment of the beer category will have the most success this year?

How have your company's R&D initiatives been affected by the worldwide recession?

I'd be more interested in attending industry events if they had:

Has your company introduced any "green" products in the last six months?

How have you used machine control?

What health-related beverage claims will be most popular among consumers in 2011?

The AHR Expo will come to Las Vegas for the first time this month. What do you think is the best host city for the annual HVACR event?

What's your company's business outlook for 2011?

When it comes to HWE vs. low-moisture cleaning:

Which emerging technology interests you most?

What factor is important to you when purchasing juice drinks?

Do you think overall business conditions will improve in 2011?

For 2011, my main focus is to:

Does your company produce products for the renewable energy sector? If so, please specify:

Do you make work-related New Years resolutions?

Do you make work-related New Years resolutions?

What software release launched at INTERGEO 2010 is likely to have the biggest impact?

What new product highlighted at INTERGEO 2010 is likely to have the biggest impact on the surveying and mapping professions?

When it comes to free estimates:

How many generations has your company been in business?

How long have you worked for your current organization?

How long have you worked for your current organization?

Does your company produce products for the renewable energy sector? If so, please specify:

Does your company produce products for the renewable energy sector? If so, please specify:

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood recently held his second "distracted driving summit" in Washington, D.C. He wants Americans to put their cell phones, MP3 players and other in-car distractions away while driving, and he is urging companies to ban their on-the-job use by employees.

Does your company have a policy on using cell phones or other devices while on the road?

The idea of a National Trade Association is once again gaining traction. As a carpet cleaning professional:

How important is the passage of a multiyear transportation bill to you?

In which areas of your business do you plan to invest in 2011?

What is the single most important factor that sets your firm apart from competitors?

Are you planning on purchasing a new drill rig?

What are the top three benefits to you of attending a free virtual trade show?

What are you most looking forward to at iSHN Virtual Safety Expo on November 2, 2010?

Which of these value-added ingredients does your company use now (or plan to use) in dairy applications? Check all that apply.

Which attributes are most important in your product marketing? (Choose all that apply.)

With summer almost over, how would you categorize the success of this year's cooling season?

What is most important to you when purchasing bottled water?

What segment of the at home coffee market do you expect to grow the fastest:

I'd like to see ICS:

How do you typically protect yourself from buying stolen equipment?

When is the last time you attended a virtual trade show?

When is the last time you attended a trade show?

Have you heard of a virtual trade show?

Does your firm offer geothermal drilling services as part of its market offerings?

Will China’s recent move to allow more flexibility for its currency have a positive impact on the U.S. economy?

Will China’s recent move to allow more flexibility for its currency have a positive impact on the U.S. economy?

How has business been this summer?

With the fall heating season approaching, will you be hiring new employees to keep up with customer demand?

Where do you most often buy your energy drinks and shots?

In which beverage category are you most likely to purchase private label?

Before the end of 2010, I’m planning to:

The ongoing dispute over the Carpet and Rug Institute’s Seal of Approval Program is:

Are you planning on attending the 2010 South Atlantic JUBILEE in Myrtle Beach, S.C.?

Whats the best way for surveyors to get involved in the creation of a national land parcel database?

What is your preferred method for acquiring equipment?

Have you upgraded your fleet of vehicles in the last year to be more energy efficient?

How do you think the popularity of relaxation beverages has changed in the last year?

In the wake of the BP oil spill, some members of Congress propose raising or even eliminating the cap on liability costs for oil companies drilling off the U.S. coast. Currently, companies like BP must pay to clean up, but liability costs are capped at $75 million (if they are not found guilty of gross negligence or willful misconduct). Do you agree with raising or eliminating the cap?

How do you typically price your services?

In the wake of the BP oil spill, some members of Congress propose raising or even eliminating the cap on liability costs for oil companies drilling off the U.S. coast. Currently, companies like BP must pay to clean up, but liability costs are capped at $75 million (if they are not found guilty of gross negligence or willful misconduct). Do you agree with raising or eliminating the cap?

When it comes to up-selling products or services:

What do you think is the main driver of tea sales?

Arriving at a job, the one thing I really hate to see is:

What technology will have the biggest impact on surveyors in the next few years?

Results from a recent SOCMA survey indicate that batch, custom and specialty chemical manufacturers expect an increase in sales activity by the end of 2010. What do you think?

With regard to Marcellus Shale drilling, which of the following applies to you?

Its been argued that U.S. manufacturers cannot compete with Third World companies due to U.S. labor laws, health and safety restrictions, and other regulations. Do you agree?

When you work out, what do you drink most often?

How have the emergence of smartphones and the increasing popularity of social media networks affected your reading preferences?

Vote on your favorite 1980s Cover

The biggest challenge I face when talking with clients is:

The biggest problem I find when I have equipment trouble is:

Which machine in your fleet saves you the most time and money when you equip it with a GPS machine control system?

Do you see signs that the economy is improving?

Spring begins this month and there are signs the economy may be starting to improve. How do you feel about the upcoming season?

Green building and sustainable projects are no longer an industry novelty. If you are involved in sustainable construction, who is creating the demand for most of your green projects?

Are you a member of a Clockwork Home Services Franchise?

While globalization has resulted in more trade, it also has increased the transfer of production to lower-cost labor centers outside the U.S., resulting in factory shutdowns and unemployment in the U.S. If American business knew in 1989 that this is what globalization would look like in 2010, would you have signed up for it then?

While globalization has resulted in more trade, it has also increased the transfer of production to lower-cost labor centers outside the U.S., resulting in domestic factory shutdowns and unemployment. If American businesses had known in 1989 that this is what globalization would look like in 2010, do you think they would have proceeded with it?

When you go out, what type of alcohol drink do you have?

Does your company plan to buy new grade control equipment in 2010?

How do you feel about the increasing trend toward electronic filing of plats and other land records?

Choose your favorite of the covers above

Which two categories do you think hold the greatest promise for the growth of the ceramic market?

What do you think will be the biggest driver for laser scanning applications in the next five years?

Which of these value-added ingredients does your company use now (or plan to use) in dairy applications? Check all that apply.

Which best describes your company’s outlook for 2010?

What primary strategy is your company implementing now to help ensure success through the rest of the year?

How is 2010 most likely to play out for your firm?

When you go out, what type of alcohol drink do you have?

Are consumers more or less aware of the benefits of probiotics?

Which personal electronic device do you own/use?

Do you, or does your company, have a hand in choosing post-occupancy janitorial services?

What type of janitorial services does your building employ?

What topics in our December issue would you like to see more of?

What are the three main reasons you visit CI’s website?

What primary strategy is your firm implementing now to help ensure success in 2010?

Which topics in our November issue would you like to see more of?

What is your company’s stance on employee training?

What is the biggest challenge to implementing laser scanning/imaging capabilities at your firm?

Why do you come to the ASI Web site?

After a cool summer, chilly fall weather seems to be getting an early start in much of the country. Are you getting less or more calls from people needing their furnaces serviced than at this time last year?

With the Senate Democrats loss of a 60-vote supermajority after January’s Massachusetts special election, what will happen to President Barack Obama’s health care reform plan?

Which topics in our October issue would you like to see more of?

What is your firm’s stance on employee training?

In my view, I see the current economic and business environment as:

In 2010 my company plans to:

When it comes to the chemicals I’m using, what interests me most is:

The biggest problem I find when I have equipment trouble is:

For what purpose do you primarily use your smart phone (iPhone, Blackberry, Palm Pre, etc.)?

For what purpose do you primarily use your smart phone (iPhone, Blackberry, Palm Pre, etc.)?

How often you use social-networking sites like Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn?

Social networking sites such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn continue to grow in popularity. How would you best describe the way you use these sites?

What September issue topics would you like to see more of?

Have you landed any contracts for projects funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (federal government stimulus)?

What is the biggest hurdle your firm faces in integrating GIS capabilities into your services?

Which topics from our August/September issue would you like to see more of?

Which social network do you use frequently to receive industry news? Check all that apply.

Recently, major ocean liners announced rate hikes of $500 per FEU on trans-Pacific Asia-U.S. routes. Do you think the rate hikes are justified?

What is the most challenging issue facing your firm?

As Congress debates -- and many small businesses struggle with -- the cost of health insurance, do you think of a government-run public health insurance option would help bring down costs?

Recently, a national survey found that most Americans polled are in favor of allowing heavier trucks on U.S. highways with proper safeguards. Do you agree?

What is your approach to complying with emissions regulations?

How prepared is your company for Customs’ 10+2 rule, which is set for enforcement beginning in January 2010?

Have you gone through the process of applying a building for LEED certification?

The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed a bill calling for a reduction of carbon dioxide emissions by using cap-and-trade system in certain economic sectors. In your opinion, this is a

What July/August issue topics would you like to see more of?

With the busy summer season under way, how is business this year compared with last year?

How much involvement does your firm have with GIS?

Will the industry move completely away from rBST?

Regarding the current U.S. trade policy, is the Obama administration more protectionist or less protectionist than the previous administration?

What is the best way to gain new business in a difficult economy?

The segment of the restoration industry that I believe will see the most growth this year will be:

The best way for me to reach my clients and grow my base is through:

What have you found to be the most effective communication method for food safety alerts?

Which one of these social networking web sites do you use?

Would you like to setup polls on your website?

Do you believe that current federal and state food safety laws are adequate or should they be strengthened?

Do you subscribe to a real-time GPS network that eliminates the need for setting up a base station on each jobsite?

Are you using social media for business? If so, which do you use most?

Are you using social media for business? If so, which do you use most?

Have you — or any company you know — bid on or been awarded any projects funded by the $787 billion U.S. economic stimulus package passed by Congress?

What makes an adhesive or sealant "green"? (choose one or more)

Has the recent escalation in pirate attacks prompted your company to take action with regards to your supply chain security?

What marketing tool does your firm find most effective?

Have you ever or will you use an R-22 drop in?

Has your firm expanded into the geothermal market?

Have the numerous recent food recalls negatively impacted your sales?

Regarding the current U.S. trade policy, is the Obama administration more protectionist or less protectionist than the previous administration?

Recent consumer research reveals a steep decline in consumer confidence related to food safety. How confident do you feel about the safety of the foods and beverages you ingest?

Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) is a fast-emerging IT solution in the transportation and logistics sector. Does your company currently use SaaS or are you considering a SaaS implementation this year?

ASHRAE is determined to help the Department of Energy meet its energy-efficiency guidelines. The DOE wants all newly constructed buildings in the U.S. to be net-zero energy buildings by 2030. These buildings must use no more energy from the utility grid annually than is provided by onsite renewable energy sources.

Do you think this deadline can be met?

Do you expect that the Panama Canal expansion will affect your Asia-U.S. shipping strategy?

Do you plan to purchase new GPS machine control systems before the end of the year?

What April issue topics would you like to see more of?

What topics from our April issue would you like to see more of?

What topics from our May/June issue would you like to read more about?

The recycling of construction and demolition materials occurs how often on your projects?

What is the best way to make continuing education more effective?

What do you think of Obama’s nomination of Peggy Hamburg as new head of the FDA?

How do you advertise R-410A equipment to your customers?

How confident are you that your business activity will return to pre-recession levels once the current economic downturn subsides?

Do you think Easter sales in 2009 will be better than last year?

What percentage of your cooling equipment sales are R-410A?

What March issue topics would you like to see more of?

Is the current economy prompting your company to consider near-shoring options closer to the U.S.?

Lean construction principles have started to gain momentum in the sheet metal and HVAC industry. If applied correctly, lean can improve shop efficiency and eliminate waste, many experts say. How "lean" is your company?

Which of the following environmental benefits of polished concrete are you familiar with?

How did you train your staff in the use of R-410A?

What type of RTK networks do you rely on most often?

If you could only outfit one machine in your fleet with GPS machine control, which would it be?

What topics from our March issue would you like to see more of?

How long have you been offering R-410A equipment to customers?

Have your customers started asking for equipment that uses R-410A?

How confident are you in the new administration’s ability to create new, green-related jobs in the near future?

How much (real) change do you expect the Obama team to have on US food safety laws and regulations?

How is business right now in your area?

What topics from our February issue would you like to see more of?

What technology is going to have the biggest impact on the surveying profession over the next five years?

This year, I’m projecting that my business will:

What’s going to have the greatest impact on your business this year?

Do you foresee an uptick or a decline in confectionery sales in 2009?

Have you begun to prepare for the phaseout of R-22?

The "official government line" from the Federal Reserve is that things might start to look better for the economy by mid-2009, but respected economists have a more pessimistic view. As someone in the retail trenches, when do you believe is the earliest timeframe for the beginning of an economic recovery?

The incoming Obama administration is expected to move quickly to implement an economic stimulus package likely to be more than $700 billion. It will probably include money for construction projects and U.S. infrastructure improvements. Do you think this will eventually help jump-start the economy?

Are you using intelligent compaction technology on your rollers?

What January issue topics would you like to see more of?

In what sector does your firm see the most potential for growth in 2009?

Has the tight credit market affected your business?

What topics from our December issue would you like to see more of?

How much has the economic downturn impacted your business?

Do you think that President-elect Barack Obama’s administration will be good for the confectionery industry?

How has the current economic downturn affected your operations purchasing budget at this years Global Gaming Expo?

What effect has the economic downturn had on the number of participation slot machines on your floor?

How will the gaming industry fare under the new White House administration?

Now that Barack Obama has won the U.S. presidency, do you think the economy will improve?

A new survey from The NPD Group Inc., Port Washington, N.Y., forecasts flat-to-declining sales for the 2008 holiday season. What are YOUR "spending intentions" this holiday season?

What topics from our November issue would you like to see more of?

How much has the economic downturn impacted your business?

How much has the economic downturn impacted your business?

What is the current employee situation at your drilling company?

As a contractor, what is your primary area of work?

What topics from our October issue would you like to see more of?

Is the struggling economy affecting your business?

What November issue topics would you like to see more of?

In your opinion, which presidential candidate is best equipped to make life better for food, drug and mass merchandise retailers?

With the nation about to elect a new president, which candidate do you think will implement policies that will best benefit HVAC and sheet metal contractors?

What is your primary source to learn about a new product?

Has the slumping economy affected your confectionery sales?

The "buy local" movement -- whereby consumers are encouraged to purchase products produced, grown or raised as close to home as possible -- has been picking up steam in recent months. What is your company doing in relation to this movement?

With regard to my business, in a struggling economy:

The Labor Department reported that the jobless rate rose to 5.7 percent in July. With the current economy, have you had to let go of workers?

Should there be only one Food Safety Agency?

The city of Fremont, Neb., had been considering an ordinance banning illegal immigrants from renting housing and being hired within the city limits -- an ordinance that was recently killed by the city council. Do you believe that the city council made the right decision?

Sometime in the next year, my company will:

Sometime in the next year, my company will:

If you could wave a magic wand and have either commodity prices or oil prices reduced by 20%, which area would you target for the reduction?

This month we talked about co-packing at West Liberty and Organic Prairie. Has co-packing been helpful in your operations?

What is your take on the economic downturns effect on gaming going forward?

Will Boyd Gaming’s and others’ (such as El-Ad Group) recent announcements that they are delaying construction of major Las Vegas gaming resorts affect other casino building projects in the Las Vegas area and beyond?

Which presidential candidate promises to be more supportive on Native American issues and concerns?

How is the casino industry faring so far in the U.S. economic downturn?

Who‘s best for the gaming business?

Have proponents made a strong enough case advocating networked gaming floors to get you to make the investment necessary to prepare your slot floor for the technology?

How do you use kiosks in your slot operations?

Is your customer always right?

In addition to their wages, as part of my technicians’ overall compensation package:

Whats the future of "rBST-FREE milk"?

Small-store formats such as Tescos Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market and Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market are opening up across the United States. In your opinion, such formats:

With continued increases in commodity and fuel costs anticipated, consumer food prices will increase in the next year by what percentage?

The economy, and especially construction activity, is weak in many parts of the United States. How is business this summer for your company?

Do you agree with the changes to the April beef agreement between the U.S. and South Korea?

When considering a product for a building whats the most important factor?

With fuel prices continuing to rise, are you considering hybrid technology as an option for your future fleet?

How much has the "green" trend impacted your business?

In which area is the economy most affecting your business?

How much has the "green" trend impacted your business?

Do you use any navigation software to route your trips to the job to conserve fuel?

If elected president, which person is more likely to have a positive influence on the surveying and mapping professions?

How would you express the impact to your business resulting from the Department of Defense‘s decision to end support of codeless and semi-codeless access to GPS on Dec. 31, 2020?

Do you like the new design of the National Provisioner magazine and Web site?

New analysis from The Nielsen Co., New York, says the strongest private label growth opportunities can be found in the organic and natural food categories, health and wellness products and in products customized for store customers wants and needs. Do you use research tools to help determine what private label items your customers actually want?

Gas has already reached -- and passed -- $4 a gallon in much of the country, far sooner than anybody expected. Now the pundits and some polls are saying $5 or higher before Labor Day is not impossible. How high do you think gas prices will go this summer?

When it comes right down to it, my success in this business is based primarily on:

With how many people do you share your copy of National Driller?

Who do you think will win the 2008 Presidential Election?

How do you view the national licensure exams?

Do you support the funding of the new farm bill?

Do you believe that current government mandated food safety and food defense processes are sufficient to properly protect US consumers?

When it comes to methodology, I approach cleaning by:

Will expanded gaming in nearby states have a significant impact on the potential for the Mississippi Gulf Coast gaming market?

With regard to geothermal drilling, at our company:

Over the years I’ve found that, when it comes to advertising, I usually get the best results from:

How hard is it to find a good operator in your neck of the woods?

Should the USDAs definition of "Natural" be strengthened?

Is the U.S. economy in a recession, and how will the gaming industry be impacted?

If you were a "cup of joe," which "joe" best embodies your level of work-related stress?

Oil recently hit a record high $120 a barrel, and experts are predicting that could mean $4-a-gallon gasoline by summer. For those of you who perform residential HVAC service, are you going to institute fuel surcharges to cover the expense?

Should table game supervisors be allowed to share dealer tips?

With fuel costs continuing to rise, what’s your first line of defense?

A new study from Fleishman-Hillard’s FH Boom and the Natural Marketing Institute reports that today’s baby boomers expect to make significant changes in their buying habits by the time they reach 70. Do you expect to add any store brand products specifically targeted to aging baby boomers in the years to come?

Did the skyrocketing price of gasoline have a negative effect on candy or snack sales for your company or retail chain this summer?

¿ Qué temas les preocupan más a sus consumidores?

In your opinion, does using environmentally friendly or “green” chemicals when cleaning carpets, rugs or hard surfaces:

Putting a time/temperature label on foods will discourage consumers from buying a product instead of encouraging them.

What hourly rate do drillers earn at your company?

Do consumers know the difference between an all-natural beverage and an organic beverage?

How would you describe the availability of qualified surveyors for hire in your area?

A recent study says Tesco may be one of the top 10 retailers in the U.S. by 2015. What is the likelihood of this happening?

Should table game supervisors be allowed to share dealers tips?

What is the most common reason for using geotextiles on your sites?

The recent International Builders Show in Orlando, Fla., had a heavy focus on so-called green building. Which phrase best sums up your opinion of green or sustainable building as it relates to the HVAC and sheet metal industries:

Who is doing a better job of simplifying the shopping experience for consumers?

Which phrase best describes how endangered your life has been on the job in the last year?

Well abandonment comprises what percentage of your total business?

Should the USDA's definition of "Natural" be strengthened?

Will new product success rates in the food and beverage industry increase in 2008?

What is the one most important factor in selecting an equipment supplier?

Do you like our new design?

What is the one most important factor in selecting an equipment supplier?

Which section of PF.com do you find most valuable?

How will your organization’s outsourcing spending fare for 2008 versus 2007?

Experience qualifications aside, how many years of education should be required to sit for the exam?

Vinyl (such as PVC flooring, roofing, windows and siding) is:

Global warming and climate change:

Would you encourage publications — such as ED+C magazine — to be printed:

Now that 2008 is under way, how do you think the year will affect your business?

Do you agree with the recent proposal before the USDA to modify the current standard of identity for chocolate?

For which type of work do you most commonly use machine control technology?

How many industry events do you plan to attend the remainder of this year?

What software helps you most in business?

At your company, helpers are paid an hourly rate of (choose one):

Which of the above logos would you like to be the new logo for the RPLS.com community message board?

Describe your firms experience with converting DTMs into manufacturer-specific formats for use in machine-controlled equipment:

"We have problems converting the DTMs..."

How often do you use DGPS?

Which is your favorite cartoon of the year?

What should be done to promote the future of the profession?

Is it time to end PCB performance requirements based on Class 1, 2, and 3?

Which practice do you use RTK networks for most?

Will inkjet printing PCBs catch on?

When excavating, what is the most common from of trench safety you use?

When do you plan to retire?

Where do you see the most growth in PCB manufacture between 2007 and 2010?

Does this symbol still represent the surveying profession well?

In response to current market forces, the prices we charge for our products and services will:

What is the average depth of the water wells you drilled last year?

Do you support IPC moving IPC Printed Circuits Expo to Las Vegas in 2008?