According to a 2008 Gartner report, 15% of all IT projects failed that year because of high cost variance, while 18% were unsuccessful because they were substantially late. This means that in 2008, 1 in 3 technology projects failed. Why such a dismal success rate? MORE...
With the emergence of cloud computing coupled with software as a service (SaaS), Web 2.0, and the proliferation of advanced wireless technologies and mobile devices, small businesses today are able to access a wealth of powerful and affordable technology solutions like never before. More...
Seems like Microsoft is trying to fit versions of its Office suite into every nook and cranny of the market. A new packaged code-named 'Albany' looks to be a good fit for small businesses. MORE
Worrying about your PC monitor set up may seem pointless, but multi-monitor set ups are all the rage these days with the goal of significantly improving productivity. MORE
HP and Staples are getting sued for making it harder -- and more expensive -- for you and I to buy ink for our printers. It's a give-away-the-razor-sell-the-blade business gone overboard. MORE
GPS is a killer technology for a small businessperson -- no one likes to get lost on the way to a client meeting or customer lunch. With the new Google Maps, you can approximate GPS functionality -- for free. MORE
Social networks have turned us all onto the power of the "social graph," the Web of social connections that drives all online communications. But the most powerful social network could be found in your email inbox. We explain. MORE
Need storage for your small business but want drop-dead simplicity too? Microsoft's Windows Home Server was built for your personal life but will suit your small biz needs just as well. MORE
Traveling is never easy, but using the Web -- including an innovative new Web 2.0 service dubbed TripIt, plus ten other don't-miss sites -- can make things go a lot more smoothly. MORE
Chances are you're managing a few voice mailboxes today -- home, cell phone, work, (work cellphone) etc. New Web-based services help small business owners keep better track of all the people trying to get in touch with them by voice mail. MORE
