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About John Burrows

John Burrows grew up in the moving industry, starting by sweeping warehouses and conducting surveys for the family business while still in high school. In 1992, Richard DeWitt invited John to help expand the family business and manage DeWitt Guam. Over the past 30 years, John has held numerous roles within the moving industry and has developed extensive expertise in moving to, from, and within Guam. Today, he serves as the Chairman of the International Association of Movers, the world’s largest organization for movers, advocating for moving businesses of all sizes and locations. Through his blogs, John shares his unique experience, knowledge, and perspective, providing valuable insights to readers worldwide.

6 Questions That Reveal HIPAA Violations in Your Organization

When it was passed in 1996, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was considered a big win for patients by delivering higher levels of security and privacy. But their strict and complex nature presents risks for companies to unwittingly commit HIPAA violations. HIPAA was also designed to provide advantages to organizations that store and handle Protected Health Information (PHI). The act's regulations aimed to create administrative efficiencies as well as a well-defined set of obligations to reduce potential liability. HIPAA levies steep fines for non-compliance. Plus, with healthcare fraud costs estimated at $68 billion and identity fraud victim costs calculated at $1.7 billion, [...]

By |2024-09-06T16:01:47+00:00March 23rd, 2020|Business Tips|0 Comments
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COVID-19 – Updates on Our Operations

February 22, 2020  Please check out the latest update from the DPHSS regarding COVID-19 on Guam: https://www.ghs.guam.gov/jic-release-no-580-results-seven-907-test-positive-covid-19dphss-issues-guidance-memo-2021-06-vappc   January 19, 2020  Happy new year and hafa adai! Please see the below update from Gov. Leon Guerrero and the JIC of Guam. https://www.ghs.guam.gov/jic-release-no-535-governor-leon-guerrero-signs-executive-order-no-2021-01dphss-vaccination-clinic If you have any questions regarding your service, please reach out to us here: ask about your service.   October 5, 2020 Please see the below for an update to the mandatory quarantine procedures for Guam: https://dphss.guam.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/DPHSS-Guidance-Memo-2020-11-Rev10.pdf As always, if you have any questions regarding your service or an upcoming household goods move, please reach out to our team.   September 23, 2020 [...]

By |2024-09-06T16:01:47+00:00March 19th, 2020|Company News|0 Comments
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“Is Guam a US Territory?” and 15 Other Fascinating Facts

Updated September 13, 2024 Thousands of people asked Google last month: “Is Guam a U.S. territory?” The quick answer? Yes. However, the longer answer is actually more interesting—and it reveals Guam’s unique global status as well as its rich history. Through 15 fascinating facts, we’ll take you through a quick tour of the series of events that led Guam to its position today as a U.S. territory, populated by citizens of diverse origins with a vibrant culture to share. #1: Guam is part of the Mariana Islands. Sort of. Guam is a member of the Mariana Island archipelago, aa crescent-shaped line of islands [...]

By |2025-02-11T22:58:41+00:00March 2nd, 2020|Living in Guam|0 Comments
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The Complete Guide to Moving Your Pets to Guam

For many people, pets are family, and it's impossible to conceive of a move that doesn't allow for bringing the family dog or cat. If you're in this camp—and you're relocating to Guam—you should know that Guam is a rabies-free island. As such, you will need to do some planning to 1) make sure that your dog or cat can make the trip with you and 2) that they'll spend the least amount of time possible in quarantine. In this article, we'll walk you through the entire process of moving your pet to Guam so you'll know exactly what to expect. We'll also provide you [...]

By |2024-09-06T16:01:48+00:00February 24th, 2020|Moving to Guam|0 Comments
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9 Fast Facts You Need to Know About Business Continuity Plans 

When it comes to ensuring a long life for your business, some owners focus exclusively on the day-to-day: getting customers in the door, delivering top-level service and fostering repeat business. While those processes are the lifeblood of any successful company, it's also important to look ahead to the future—and plan for the unexpected.  That's where a business continuity plan comes in. What happens to your business in the case of a fire, flood, power interruption—or some other unexpected event that interrupts your business's operations? How will you serve your customers? How will you keep revenue coming in the door? How will you continue to pay your employees?  Your business continuity [...]

By |2024-09-06T16:01:48+00:00February 14th, 2020|Business Tips, Working in Guam|0 Comments
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One Differentiating Factor That Will Help You Choose the Right Project Manager 

When you're hiring a project manager, the concept of risk management may not be at the top of your mind. This can be especially true if you're still gathering proposals.   However, when your project manager skillfully employs risk management techniques throughout a project—such as an FF&E installation or an office and industrial move—your venture is much more likely to come in on time and on budget.   As a result, understanding your project manager's approach to risk management can be an important differentiator in the vetting process.  In this article, we'll share four questions you can use in interviews with project managers that will shed light on their approaches to risk management. These questions will help you understand who's best equipped for the job, and who's got [...]

By |2024-09-06T16:01:49+00:00October 29th, 2019|Business Tips, Logistics|0 Comments
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