Business plans are similar to road maps. You can travel without one, but this increases the possibility of getting lost along the way. Without a business plan, you are unaware of where you are going as a company. So, rather than putting yourself in the...

'Mom and Pop' is a synonym for a locally-owned company run by a family. These types of shops, if run right, can almost take on legendary status in cities.Mom-and-pop shops frequently struggle to compete with larger entities like large-scale supermarkets, which typically have more...

For both small and large companies, customer support is of critical importance. Having the right customer service can be the difference between a successful company and one that fails.Using customer service will give your company the right image and be a secure sign that...

Do you need help to develop effective business development management in today's highly competitive market? Do you find it challenging to identify new opportunities and achieve growth for your organization? If so, you're not alone. Many businesses need help in this field, including limited resources and...

If you're an aspiring entrepreneur with a passion for a social or environmental issue, the opportunities are growing. Starting a social enterprise helps you to harness your entrepreneurial values, do good and turn a profit.  Social entrepreneurship includes launching mission-based companies, dedicating some or all...

Cloud computing is where data is collected, handled, and processed on a distributed network of servers hosted on the Internet. It has become very popular with companies as it provides tremendous benefits. Some of the advantages of cloud computing is improved efficiency; applications are delivered...