In a market where people are watching every dollar, reliability just became the thing that wins.

As programs grow in complexity, organizations need systems that reduce complexity across the entire funding process.

Memorial Day promotions and early summer demand can lift sales, but weak pricing decisions can also shrink margins.

The latest NFIB survey shows optimism rose to 95.9 in April 2026, still below the long-term average.

Unlike simple document processing systems, these tools read and understand contracts to identify key clauses, risks, opportunities and obligations.

Struggling with frequent downtime? Security risks? You may need help from a managed service provider, or MSP.

Even the best plans can fail without proper alignment and execution, so it helps to have a systematic approach when…

For many growing businesses, ERP implementation marks the shift from reactive operations to well-planned scaling.

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Preparation is the difference between a minor hiccup and a business-ending disaster.

Freelancers bridge the gap between "we need this done now" and "we can't hire a full-time person yet."

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Smaller and midsize metropolitan areas are seeing a surge in new business activity that far outpaces their larger counterparts.

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Smart business owners can leverage this new rule to improve their bottom line, enhance employee satisfaction, and gain a competitive…

Struggling to find answers to your small business insurance questions? You came to the right place.

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For 51% of small business owners, discounts and sales are the most effective tactics for driving holiday revenue.

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QR codes have quickly become a powerful tool for businesses of all sizes. But like any tool, their effectiveness depends…

While the shutdown affects the entire economy, some industries will feel the pressure more acutely than others.

The latest NFIB report notes that declining consumer confidence is a significant headwind for small businesses.

With a smart approach, you can protect your profitability and ensure your business remains resilient.

While many owners are currently investing, future plans show a sense of caution.

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Research indicates that businesses that prioritize disability inclusivity outperform their competitors in several metrics.

Research shows that a few key platforms consistently deliver the strongest business results.

From alternative credit-building tools to flexible funding options, fintech is creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs to succeed.

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The goal is to create multiple layers of verification that make it nearly impossible for fraudsters to slip through your…

Construction companies represent the hardest-hit sector, with 78% reporting direct tariff impacts.

In the past year, more than three-quarters of businesses have found candidate discrepancies during background screenings.

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If employee ROI is so valuable, why do so many companies struggle with it? The issue often stems from focusing…

Success in email marketing depends as much on content as it does on sound database management practices.

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Drawing inspiration from Levi's, small business owners can learn to capitalize on their greatest assets: quality and sustainability.

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When every new hire can significantly impact your company's productivity and culture, how do you know you’re making the right…

Done right, onboarding fosters a sense of belonging and drives productivity. Get it wrong, and you risk losing employees within…

From AI-powered marketing tools to contactless payment systems and strategic use of social media, there are more ways than ever…

Year after year, hurricane season brings powerful winds, storm surges, and flooding to communities up and down the East Coast.

Why don’t customers see your small business? New research from Constant Contact shows a major perception gap.

The owners of 17th Street Surf Shop, Hansen Surfboards, and Val Surf share insights on managing a family business transition.

When it comes to email marketing, there are three ways to meet your customers' needs: personalization, device optimization, and automation.

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Learn how expense tracking helps small businesses tackle cash flow challenges, improve tax prep, and scale efficiently.

Learn how cost analysis helps small businesses optimize expenses, improve efficiency, and make informed decisions.

Still using Windows 10 for your business? Avoid downtime by migrating to a new, more secure operating system before Microsoft's…

Local search has become an essential part of consumer behavior, and businesses must stay visible in search results to remain…

If you’re looking for robust infrastructure and diverse talent pools, you’ll want to consider these cities.

These cities offer unique advantages like lower costs of living, strong community support, and untapped customer bases.

Mother’s Day is the perfect opportunity for small businesses to connect with their customers and generate meaningful sales.

Explore how AI is transforming the payments industry with fraud prevention, personalized customer experiences, and operational efficiency.

The rise of video-first platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram has made video the chosen medium of communication for millions,…

New data privacy laws are creating challenges for small businesses. A consistent federal framework may be the solution.

Founders and entrepreneurs, is it time to file a trademark? If you're not sure or you don't know how to…

Global trade policies have always been a critical factor in shaping the business environment, but for small businesses, sudden changes…

Much like no one gets married to get divorced, no one opens a business to close it. Still, it happens.…

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Grow your Catering Revenue When Dan Stewart opened Isabella’s Brick Oven in Baltimore’s Little Italy neighborhood in March 2006, he…

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Weather-related disasters are becoming more frequent and more expensive. Hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes and fires can cause huge economic losses, and…

“You don’t get what you want, you get what you negotiate.” — Harvey Mackey You may have read my recent…

  For multi-location brands, the pressure to show immediate ROI often leads to a “race to the bottom.” Many marketers…

  ShipStation has released its 2025 E-commerce Delivery Benchmark Report. The report offers key insights to help small and mid-sized…

When it comes to cybercriminals and threat vectors, expect the unexpected. Experian’s 12th annual Data Breach Industry Forecast includes five predictions…

Running a small business can be rewarding, but it also often is quite challenging. In 2025, with an evolving economy,…

A new study has identified the states with the best tax incentives for small businesses in 2025, with Maryland placing…

Wix.com LTD has announced an integration with YouTube Shopping, enabling merchants to sell their products directly through the platform, further…

A specific passion likely led you to launch your small business. Be it a restaurant, a clothing boutique or a…

In today’s digital world, the threats facing small businesses are bigger than ever before — and they’re not just limited…

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It’s crunch time for small businesses to make the most of the year’s busiest shopping days. Each year, small businesses…

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Payments and financial services company Fiserv, Inc. is partnering with ADP to integrate its small business solutions, including Clover and CashFlow CentralSM,…

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The artificial intelligence (AI) hype cycle is evolving, with more businesses sharing tangible use cases and lessons learned. Although the…

U.S. households are cutting the cable cord and embracing streaming. In fact, 99% of U.S. households subscribe to at least…

Many brands, especially in CPG, are born from known challenges and pain points; they are innately designed to serve an…

The holiday retail rush is upon us, and consumers are making their holiday shopping lists and checking them twice. Many…

The holiday season is a critical time for all businesses, but it can be especially make-or-break for small merchants and…

In this installment, we’ll build on what was discussed in part 1, “Business Exit and Succession Planning: Where To Start.” In…

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Kirstie Wang started her stationary, accessory and gift brand, A Jar of Pickles, when she was in her last year…

Amazon took a breather from the veritable onslaught of tech updates at its Accelerate conference last Thursday to shine the spotlight on…

Walmart has approved embedded finance provider Parafin to offer financing to Walmart Marketplace sellers to help them grow their businesses Parafin offers full-scale financial services…

Exit and succession planning involves creating a strategy that defines the future of your business when you're no longer running…

By Kristina Prokop, CEO at Eyeota The B2B buyer journey has evolved greatly in recent years, as have the distinctions…

Walmart Marketplace will add three popular categories to its assortment and expand fulfillment offerings for sellers, including a multichannel solutions program that will…

Which is greater: passion or knowledge? In a restaurant, upselling is essential to get incremental revenue, but it also enhances…

Kate Pawlowski has always been close with her mom, Ann Lightfoot. Even in her teenage years, when slamming doors and instigating…

This article was initially published on Retail TouchPoints. Since the earliest days of online influencers in the late 2000s, internet…

The success of a small business depends on a healthy cash flow. Small businesses often don’t have the resources to…

In 2015, Breno and Jeanette Donatti took over Winfield Street Deli in Connecticut and rebranded it to Winfield Street Coffee.…

This article was previously published on Retail TouchPoints. Ebay is working to better support its sellers with a revamped advertising experience…

This article was previously published on Retail TouchPoints. Alex Sinclair is Scottish, although you’d have a hard time telling it…

For nearly two decades now online marketplaces have proliferated, beginning with Ebay and Amazon, followed by Walmart, Etsy and countless…

Target has announced a new partnership that will bring a select number of Shopify sellers to Target Plus, the retailer’s third-party marketplace,…

Ebay has launched a new AI-powered feature to help sellers create high-quality images for their listings by removing the backdrop…

Action step to take when losing an employee you really needed to keep This topic hits close to home for…

Social commerce, the method of exploring, selling, promoting, and purchasing products or services via social media, is quickly revolutionizing traditional…

Small- and medium-sized businesses are selling on marketplaces in order to drive brand awareness and acquire new customers. Amazon in…

TikTok is taking cues from Meta by implementing new standards for AI-generated content (AIGC). TikTok announced that will use Content Credentials from the Coalition for Content Provenance…

Today’s consumers expect flexible, often fast, product delivery. In fact, 68% of consumers say availability of shorter delivery windows is…

Small businesses are ramping up their tech investments in order to modernize their operations and create consistent customer experiences online…

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a final rule that bans non-compete clauses nationwide for all workers, including senior…

You’ve likely heard the saying, “content is king.” Sure, it’s a bit of a cliché, but it’s definitely a reality…

Gopuff has unveiled a new logistics and technology platform to help CPG brands offer customers speedy delivery options via their…

Connected TV (CTV) is becoming more central to marketing and advertising strategies, especially as more households “cut the cord” and…

In 2023, U.S.-based entrepreneurs filed more applications for new businesses than any other time over 20 years. Gusto surveyed 1,300…

MetLife and U.S. Chamber of Commerce have unveiled their latest Small Business Index to gauge overall small business health and…

There has been a lot of hype in the business world surrounding generative AI and its possible impact on internal…

By Dave Charest, Director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact As a small business owner, you’re constantly wearing many…

TikTok owner ByteDance is feeling the heat to sell its ownership of the app. The U.S. House of Representatives recently…

Today’s retail environment has evolved at a rapid clip over the past few years, with consumer trends and preferences changing…

Search engine optimization (SEO) has come a long way over the past decade. What used to be a niche field…

Artificial intelligence restaurant applications Artificial intelligence (AI) felt like something straight out of a science fiction novel just a few…

Most restaurant operators say they struggle to attract new customers (79%) and bring back repeat customers (56%), according to the…

Photoroom, an AI-powered photo editor, has closed a $43 million Series B funding round, led by previous investor Balderton Capital…

According to a recent industry report from WarmlyYours, floor heating sales were driven in 2023 by growth with the trade…

For a small business owner or founder, few things are as exciting as your product or service going viral. Finally,…

Let’s Chill: Exploring Restaurant Refrigeration Options Pizza Today readers say that refrigeration is the number-one piece of equipment they plan…

How pizzerias can keep sustainability momentum rolling well into the future. Even when leadership’s intentions are pure and their commitment…

Social platforms like Instagram and TikTok are driven by images and video. In an ideal scenario, you’ll have a social…

Wix.com, a software-as-a-service website builder platform is partnering with Global-e Online, a provider of direct-to-consumer (DTC) cross-border ecommerce solutions, to…

U.S. consumers plan to show their loved ones just how much they care this Valentine’s Day. Consumers’ overall spending on…

In an effort to position itself as a leader in the fast-evolving world of AI, Meta has revealed that it’s…

The democratization of technology such as artificial intelligence (AI) is creating an entirely new playing field for retailers and restaurants…

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A new research study from Cornerstone Advisors reveals that lenders’ outdated (and often biased) underwriting processes often consider women and…

In a global survey of more than 2,000 consumers in the U.S., UK, France, Germany, and Spain, Sinch Mailgun explored…

Bank of America’s (BoA) latest Small Business Checkpoint for January 2024 found that not only did small businesses display resilience…

Queenly is an online marketplace for formalwear fashion. The company has built an incredibly successful social commerce platform that supports the…

By Lisian Ajroni, CTO, Ajroni Are you looking to increase your B2B lead generation? In the digital age, technological advances…

TikTok, Instagram, Faceboook, LinkedIn, mobile apps, ecommerce sites. The list of channels and platforms goes on and on. And small…

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was enacted back in 2021, but few businesses have considered whether they’ll be impacted. Now…

The holidays are big business. That’s not going to come as a shock to anybody — but, just how important…

By Mikel Lindsaar, CEO and founder of StoreConnect For many SMBs, the holiday period can provide a welcome tonic and…

Fiserv enables payments for more than six million merchants worldwide and has a presence in almost every ZIP code in…

As soon as the Fed indicated the possibility of three rate cuts, my email lit up with this question: “What…

Known to many as “the TikTok Generation,” Gen Z is a cohort coveted by businesses of all sizes and across…

By Alyssa Patzius, President of Intero Digital Content & PR Division We are in the era of AI link building. It’s like…

We have all seen the data that consumers, especially Gen Z and Gen Alpha, are spending more time on TikTok.…

In today’s digital landscape, data is a valuable asset. And no matter what type of business you have, you’re likely…

Based on the U.S. Small Business Association’s (SBA) definition of “small businesses,” (independent businesses with fewer than 500 employees, there…

Countering cyberattacks on restaurants Last April, a cyberattack hit NCR and its Aloha POS, one of the restaurant industry’s leading…

Industry trade shows can be an effective way to network and promote your products and services to highly targeted audiences.…

Some business owners see themselves running their companies for decades — maybe even passing them down to their children —…

The Biden-Harris Administration has revealed its latest measures to support small businesses, including $50 million in funding that will support…

Must-have and nice-to-have technology for your restaurant What’s your tech stack? It’s a phrase that started in Silicon Valley, went…

This article was previously published on Retail TouchPoints, a digital media brand covering the retail industry. As Cyber Monday sales…

As part of a new partnership, Meta and Amazon have launched a new closed-loop social commerce experience that allows Facebook and Instagram users to…

When Moody’s downgraded the credit ratings of 10 small and midsized banks in July 2023 and warned of similar downgrades…

Despite its inception only in 2010, Small Business Saturday has surged in popularity and is creating even more opportunities for…

As its power and reach have grown, countless companies have tried to take on Amazon, but few have succeeded. It…

Just in the time for the holiday shopping season, Google is debuting new features to help merchants capture consumers’ attention in search…

NKBA’s Q3 2023 Kitchen & Bath Market Index indicates that despite a current slowdown in business, many industry professionals forecast…

This is Part 2 of The Holiday Readiness Series, which will feature tactical tips and takeaways from experts that retailers…

Learning Management System Technology can help crew members learn and managers track progress Training systems have evolved. Instead of expecting…

By Elizabeth Hoover, Associate Director of Partners at DMi Partners Affiliate marketing is gaining steam and shows no signs of…

In an age of fierce competition and increasingly tight margins, the quality of your customer relationships is the ultimate differentiator.…

“Innovation” is a common word in the world of business, but it can often feel out of reach for small…

One of the things that sets successful businesses apart is their unique brand; the most noteworthy companies have an unmistakable…

Email marketing and automation company Intuit Mailchimp has announced a strategic partnership with SaaS web platform provider Wix to enhance their…

Marketing teams are closely scrutinizing their budgets and bringing a lot of their work in-house. As a result, the number…

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has revealed new data showing the rate of SBA-backed loans going to Black-owned businesses…

One of the most popular mantras in business is “Communication is key.” To keep operations running smoothly, you and your…

Employees who feel appreciated, listened to, and supported are naturally going to do a better job and stick around longer.…

By Van Chappell, General Manager, BrandVerity “Whose Line Is It Anyway” debuted in 1998 to living room audiences everywhere challenging…

Every day we seek “Perfect.” The perfect dough, the perfect menu name, the perfect workflow, and sometimes we seek perfect…

Your business’s social media content calendar can be created on a daily, weekly, monthly or even annual basis. It’s helpful…

In this three-part series of articles, author Marshall Atkinson helps you generate new ideas to find and land new customers.…

European small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) sold 70 products per second on Amazon in 2021[i]. Let that sink in for…

By Dave Charest, Director of Small Business Success at Constant Contact Small businesses (SMBs) are a busy bunch. On any…

In this three-part series of articles, author Marshall Atkinson helps you generate new ideas to find and land new customers.…

The U.S. runs on small business power. Employing nearly half the private-sector U.S. workforce (46%), small businesses with fewer than…

The vast majority (88%) of marketers believe their organization must increase its use of automation and AI to stay competitive…

Creating a social media posting schedule is critical to organizational and executional success, and it helps your small team (or…

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has proposed a new rule that would restore and extend overtime protections to 3.6…

Digital marketing is constantly evolving. New channels and apps are always entering the market. Consumer behaviors and content preferences are…

Touchland was founded on the belief that common acts of personal care should feel luxurious, not like necessary chores. The…

Whether you’re an avid Amazon Prime user or a dedicated Netflix viewer, you’re likely no stranger to subscription and membership…

Working from home is now common practice for many businesses of all sizes and across many sectors, especially those in…

Johnny Earle, Founder of Johnny Cupcakes, is an entrepreneur, a creative and a self-proclaimed jokester. After all, he started a…

Consumer brands have more opportunities to grow their businesses online, whether they’re selling through marketplaces like Amazon and Walmart, or…

More than three out of every five (61%) small and mid-sized businesses were victims of a successful cyberattack within the…

By Jeff Snyder, Founder and Chief Inspiration Officer, Inspira Marketing Group Few things will turn off potential customers faster than…