Business owners should make sure that their website belongs to them—not the developer—and that they are not leaving themselves vulnerable to privacy and other legal claims. MORE
Unified Communications allows messages to be delivered no matter where the recipient is or what device they carry. That can be a big advantage for small companies in which vital decisions must be made on a daily—or hourly—basis. MORE
As small companies expand and use the Internet to compete over a broader landscape, it becomes increasingly important to handle electronic messages properly. The biggest mistake: Assuming that you can live without a management system. MORE
Fires are raging in Southern California and the first hurricane season after Katrina is under way. Here are some tips to help your small business survive when Mother Nature throws a curveball. MORE
The Sarbanes Oxley Act, passed in response to corporate scandals, impacts how businesses handle payroll, administration, IT and other processes. It's no joke: Those who don't take it seriously could end up in jail.
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Small businesses that don’t have in-house IT expertise should factor in vendor and analysts' surveys. However, take them with a grain of salt–and make sure that they are focusing on the most pertinent and current issues. MORE
Tom Friedman says that the world is flat. It’s fair to add that it's also a lot smaller than it used to be. That raises a key question: When should you look beyond domestic markets? MORE
People who run small businesses struggle with the idea of leaving on vacation. They need a break, but fear being absent. New technology can alleviate the problem—at least to a point. MORE
What is the biggest technology risk to a small business manager? Hackers? Viruses? Antiquated technology? No, no and no. It's ceding too much power to outsourcers or internal IT departments. Here are five steps that will keep management's grip firm.
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