Benchmarking is the process of comparing your own organization or operations against other organizations in your industry or in the broader marketplace. Benchmarking can be applied against any product, process, function or approach in business.
Symptoms often associated with colon problems include blood in your stool, recent change in bowel habits, unexplained weight loss, or persistent stomach pain or cramping. However, these symptoms might be caused by something else, so it is important to see your doctor if you are experiencing any of them.
Constipation may be a sign there are problems with the colon; symptoms include irregular bowel movements, dehydration and nausea. Irritable bowel syndrome is a more severe form of constipation--this type of pain occurs when the colon contracts too slowly or quickly, resulting in irregular and painful bowel movements.