What types of disaster do you need to prepare for? Disasters can strike at any time. For a small business to be able to survive a disaster event it requires precaution and thought ahead of time. As I am writing this article the world is currently figuring out how to deal with the Covid-19 pandemic. …
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Writing a Marketing Plan can be quite daunting. I am not about to go into the reasons that you should have one but maybe you’re not sure where to start? Or you think it will take too long and you don’t have time? Well, much like writing a business plan, the process of creating your …
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In our previous article we covered what an ERP system is as well as learning more about the history of the Enterprise Resource Planning software category. Traditionally most people have the assumption that ERP systems are only useful for large businesses. This couldn’t be further from the truth. Many small enterprises can take advantage of …
So who does control your business software? Obviously you have the control in deciding what software and technology to use. Once you make that decision and create your business processes around the tech you chose who is actually in control? I want to give you my insight into an issue that many business owners and …
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A technology audit. IT system review. Business IT heath check. If you start looking around you will see many names for essentially the same thing. That “thing” is getting a professional to review the Information Technology (IT) that you use to run your business. What is an IT audit or IT review? At it’s core …
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One of the most challenging things when starting up or being in the growth stages of your business is selecting the right software. These days businesses are spoiled for choice with the huge number of products that we can use to run our business. One of the choices that you may be facing is whether you …
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Business Planning is a critical activity for any business. A business plan provides direction and keeps you on track. It will help you focus on your top priorities and clarify who your customers and how you can serve them effectively. Read on to find out my recommendation on how we as small business owners can …
Every small business owner faces this problem at more than one point in their life. You know you need new software but you aren’t sure how to make the decision. Often we think we know what we want OR a trusted person has recommended something to you. You have to live with some software choices …
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Do you have an IT strategy? An IT strategy is used to provide guidance on the following questions: Is the existing technology being used effectively? Are the existing IT solutions supported adequately? What should the next IT investment look like? What IT projects should be pursued? How much should be budgeted for IT changes? Sourcing …
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