It's always easy to miss the forest for the trees. For small businesses, what starts as an effort to leverage technology can get sidetracked into a quest for shinny new gadgetry that lacks a clear rationale. Don't let it happen. MORE
Industrial plumbing supplies doesn't sound like a cutting-edge business segment. However, one company got immediate results when it launched an e-commerce site. The author, who helped create the site, says that there are challenges to selling online—but that the biggest mistake is not giving it a shot. MORE
A lot can go wrong on the Internet—from badly written code to libel and slander lawsuits. E-Commerce and professional liability insurance can protect small businesses against these and other scary things. MORE
Big solution providers haven't had a lot of luck in the small business space, mainly becuase they don't understand the market. Value-added resellers, on the other hand, are small local businesses that can grow to be a trusted partner. MORE
Managers are aware that buying and selling on the giant auction site can improve their businesses. Here are some lesser known strategies that also can help the company financially–and in other ways. MORE
Big vendors and service providers say that they have always prized small and startup businesses. They also note their affection is growing as the sector expands and these businesses' needs become more complex. MORE
Time sheet management software cuts costs, speeds billing and otherwise increases efficiency. In the first of three articles, the CEO of Journyx discusses how to determine what is right for your company–and how to make sure that vendors give it to you. MORE
By creating an immediate and direct connection with outsiders, blogs can be a potent tool for small businesses. That immediacy, combined with the desire to be noticed, can land an unsuspecting company in hot water. Here's what to watch out for. MORE
The head of Hewlett-Packard's small and midsize sales organization sees a dramatic increase in virtual workers. Chris Ogburn says that it's a great time for the right type of company to take the plunge. He suggests what types of companies fit the profile and offers tips on how to succeed. MORE
Rather than use hardcopy forms in your business, there are considerable benefits in printing on demand. These can save you money and increase business efficiency. This short article suggests why and how you could prevent waste and improve your performance by printing on demand. MORE
Technology is an enabler, but the true secret of a successful startup and small Web business has little to do with bits and bytes. It's simply to have fun. And, for these types of businesses, there is no place that lends itself to a good time than the Internet. MORE
