Year: 2021

In the modern business world, technology is always evolving. And for businesses looking to get a leg up on the competition, this never-ending evolution offers an opportunity -- for those who act quickly -- to get ahead of the curve. As we move into 2022, here are four trends in business technology that appear likely to make waves in the new year and beyond: Remote videoconferencing remains relevant: As the pandemic forced enterprises everywhere to rethink the way they conduct business, the popularity of telecommuting and videoconferencing And moving forward, this new normal does not appear to be going anywhere....

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Each year, National Write a Business Plan Month is staged in December. This monthlong observance is held to highlight the importance of having a business plan and to encourage those looking to start their own business to take this crucial step. Why all the fuss? The business plan is a critical asset for every upstart business. And for those thinking about launching one, a detailed, well-researched strategy can serve as a way to think through and outline the planned venture, an invaluable tool when seeking funding, and a road map to success when the business launch finally takes place. Common...

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In a long list of 21st century workplaces, there are few tasks on the daily to-do list that are not aided in at least some way by an internet connection. From business-critical activities like communications, research and customer service to vital chores like marketing, supply procurement and order fulfillment, along with plenty of key areas in between, productivity can take a major hit when the internet slows down. Further, work-related tools like computers, videoconferencing devices and wireless printers are not the only devices straining the modern office network. With digital technologies like security systems, workers’ smartphones and even smart coffee...

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In the modern marketplace, nearly all consumers carry a smartphone with them most everywhere they go. And texts are highly reliable, almost always reaching their intended recipients. In fact, according to statistics, SMS messages enjoy a 98% open rate, which is markedly higher than the 20% reported for emails. But for businesses, utilizing texts for consumer communications can present both opportunities and risks. While consumers can be reached quickly and reliably via text, many tend to be much more guarded about sharing their SMS contact information than they do their email addresses. This is largely because, much like phone calls,...

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Most entrepreneurs pour their hearts and souls into their businesses. And for many owners, their businesses do more than support their livelihoods and provide sustenance for themselves and their loved ones. Often, they are also the embodiment of a long-held passion the owners have spent considerable amounts of time and effort pursuing. So, of course, for business owners with a brick-and-mortar location, their storefront often represents much more than simply a building. It is the physical manifestation of all their dreams and hard work. And as such, they want to do whatever they can to protect their facility from harm....

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With each passing day, consumers are going increasingly more mobile with their web use. In fact, according to the latest statistics, mobile devices accounted for nearly 55% of worldwide web traffic in the first quarter of 2021. And the statistics demonstrating the power of mobile in today’s marketplace certainly do not stop there. Just to name a few: Mobile devices now account for nearly two-thirds of the total time consumers spend on the internet. 40% of consumers on mobile devices will move on to another search result if the one they initially choose is not mobile-friendly. More than 90% of...

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