used with permission from Microsoft For Your Business Too many small-business owners think marketing is like a trip to the dentist—something you just have to do every six months or so. When marketing is continuous and targeted, business gets easier. If prospects have...
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Business after the EMV liability shift
used with permission from HP Technology at Work What is EMV chip card technology? Is it really more secure than magnetic stripe technology? Is compliance worth the cost of upgrading? It’s been over a month since the "EMV liability shift" went into effect in the U.S....
Government warns IT professionals about Cybercrime
We've had the privilege over the last couple of months to attend a couple of IT and tech industry conferences. The NSA, FBI, and Homeland Security had speakers at these conferences and they are sending a message: US Businesses are the target of...
7 easy ways to lower your energy bills
used with permission from HP Technology at Work It's October, and for businesses across the Northern Hemisphere that means the start of darker days, colder nights, and higher energy bills—bills that strain budgets further each year, with a nearly 20% increase in U.S....
The best way to prepare for disasters and security breaches
used with permission from HP Technology at Work What would happen if your company lost your critical business data? Whether your application is email, your website, accounts receivable or any other critical application, your IT infrastructure is...
Summer Slowdown? Make the Most of It
used with permission from SBA.gov by Sarah Field While some seasonal businesses hit primetime during the summer, many others see a major slow-down as clients and customers go on vacation (and as new projects are postponed until after said vacationing.) Never fear –...
How to Communicate During a Disaster
used with permission from SBA.govby Sarah Field The idea of returning to “business as usual” when you're in the middle of a disaster can seem impossible. While it is absolutely possible to make a full recovery, especially with the resources available to...
Driving Us to Distraction: The Top 5 Time-Sucks in the Office
used with permission from Microsoft for Work The genius that happens every day in the offices of the world requires a certain amount of focus. Unfortunately, most offices are awash with both physical and mental distractions that pull our attention away from the task...
6 Golden Rules for Building Your Business with Social Media
used with permission from SBA.govby Caron Beesley Is your small business on social media? Is it working for you? Tried it but not convinced? Social media is the top online activity in the U.S., according to Marketing TechBlog it also has a huge influence on consumer...
Are You Ready for the New Year? Here’s a 2015 Checklist
As we near the end of 2014, it's time to start thinking, planning, and budgeting for the New Year. We have a short checklist of four key areas we think you should consider when making your plan. If you have any questions about these key areas for your business, please...