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Observations From Accidental Entrepreneur Charmaine James (wegginar® 11/6/24)

The Global Small Business Blog

©2024 Women Entrepreneurs Grow Global®. All rights reserved. What fuels your soul? How do you unleash greatness within you? How can you surround yourself with smart and positive people? Charmaine James will talk about this and a whole lot more at her upcoming wegginar®, Wednesday, November 6th at 11 AM CT, " The Accidental Entrepreneur." Charmaine is the founder and managing partner of Locsanity.

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How Asking the Right Questions Transforms a Business Analyst’s Approach in Software Development

Groove Technology

By Emma Do, Business Analyst at Groove Technology If there’s one thing I’ve learned as a Business Analyst, it’s that communication alone isn’t enough. Sure, being a good communicator is essential, but it’s asking the right questions that truly makes the difference in a project’s success. Early in my career, I thought I could rely on strong communication skills to gather requirements.

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Apple's Vision Pro Goes Global

The Global Small Business Blog

©iStock/Valen Tino Following an exclusive launch in the US in February, Apple began the international expansion of Vision Pro in June. Now the company is ready to bring Apple Vision Pro to even more countries, as the company has just announced another expansion for next month to South Korea and UAE. With the launch in South Korea and UAE, Apple Vision Pro will be available in 12 countries.

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Guide to Choosing Healthcare Software Development Outsourcing

Groove Technology

Healthcare software outsourcing is the process of hiring outside organizations to manage the development, maintenance, and upgrade of software systems in the healthcare sector. These solutions can range from electronic health records (EHR) systems to telemedicine platforms, each with its own unique characteristics. This page guides healthcare organizations through the process of selecting the right software development outsourcing partner.

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!

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Business Growth Strategies: 10 Ways To Scale Effectively

31 West

Every business comes to a point when the only way to move forward and progress is to facilitate growth. Regardless of your current business size or niche, the truth is that growing your operations, the number of customers, and revenue isn’t all just fun and games. In fact, it’s a significant stress for every company, and it’s important to know how to overcome it correctly to mitigate the risks and ensure the best outcomes.

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7 Reasons Why Nearshoring Beats Offshoring

WebCreek

In the world of outsourcing software development, you never lack options. But only one strategy brings the efficiency that companies desire, with the savings that outsourcing promises, at the quality that customers demand. Here are 7 reasons why more companies choose Nearshoring over any other outsourcing strategy, and why you’ll want to choose it, too. […].

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A Reddit Question: If Women Ruled the World, Would the World be Better?

The Global Small Business Blog

©iStock/ina9 Here's how it started on Reddit: "There's an idea that the world would be a better place if women ruled it. What do you think? Although some joke that "countries wouldn't be talking to each other." Men have always been much more risk-taking and impulsive, and I feel that women would negotiate and debate issues a lot more." Here's where it went.

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The Importance of Software Testing: 9 Key Benefits for Quality Assurance

Groove Technology

Software testing, a process of evaluating a system to identify errors and ensure quality, brings many important benefits to the software development process. From cost savings to improving product quality, testing plays a key role in creating reliable and secure software. Notably, testing also helps speed up the development process, with companies adopting TDD reporting a 40% reduction in errors and a 25% increase in development speed.

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How to outsource accounting services

Microsourcing

There is no shortage of anecdotal evidence to suggest accountancy outsourcing is on the rise but a recently released study has revealed just how significant that rise is. The respected industry publication Accountancy Age reported that global spending on outsourced accounting has increased almost 40% during the past five years, with one insider comparing the growing demand to the revolutionary impact of generative AI 1.

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Custom TMS is Moving the Logistics Industry Forward

WebCreek

An expanding digital environment has transformed the buyer’s journey in every niche and industry. With this change, consumer expectations have evolved. Shipping services have likewise adapted to meet an instant and customized international shopping experience. However, the increasingly complex global environment makes data analytics and proactive risk management necessary protocols in the Logistics Industry.

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Challenges and Solutions in High-Volume, High-Stakes Hiring

Facing a hiring surge that feels like conducting a complex orchestra? Our guide is your roadmap to harmonious high-volume hiring. In it, you’ll learn: Strategies to maintain quality while hiring at scale The real math behind agency vs. in-house recruiting Secrets to a stellar candidate experience during hiring spikes Resource optimization techniques for stretched TA teams Don't let resource constraints or market pressures derail your hiring goals.

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Sitecore Symposium 2024: Day Three Recap

Perficient Digital Transformation

Welcome to my recap of Sitecore Symposium 2024! The week continued with numerous insightful sessions, informative workshops, and exciting new announcements. Here are my session notes and takeaways from the final day at Symposium, day three. Opening Keynote Opening keynote with Brendan Hunt The morning kicked off on a high note with a special guest appearance by Brendan Hunt, who plays Coach Beard on Ted Lasso.

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Hire Expert Real Estate App Developers for Custom Solutions

Groove Technology

Dedicated real estate app developers are professionals or teams specializing in creating software solutions specifically for the real estate industry, combining technical expertise with deep industry knowledge. These developers are crucial for real estate agencies, property management companies, startups, and individual agents seeking to leverage technology for competitive advantage.

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How to outsource digital marketing services

Microsourcing

The battle for consumers’ attention has never been greater. Where once businesses had few options to market their wares – a radio jingle, a newspaper ad, maybe a billboard – the online explosion has created a world where there have never been more ways to promote your message. It is also a world that has given birth to a concept that did not exist all that long ago 1 – digital marketing.

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VR Training Solutions that Save Lives, Reduce Costs, and Improve Learning

WebCreek

VR (virtual reality) has come a very long way in the past few years. It is now being leveraged by a wide variety of industries to offer safer, more efficient staff training. Trainees are kept out of harm’s way, while learning strategies are enhanced to provide features that would not otherwise be possible. Also, virtual […].

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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People of Perficient: Meet Rodrigo Vargas, Technical Architect from Chile

Perficient Digital Transformation

Ever wondered what a day looks like when technology meets teamwork? As a technical architect at Perficient, Rodrigo Vargas builds solutions and bridges between teams, tools, and ideas. From streamlining automation across multiple frameworks to shaping roadmaps and client strategies, every day is a blend of technical challenges and creative collaboration.

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Today in Global Small Business: RIP Lily Ebert

The Global Small Business Blog

©iStock/MichaelHeimlich What's affecting me, my clients, my colleagues and other global small business owners: Holocaust survivor Lily Ebert dies at 100. May she finally rest in peace, deservedly so. Have you ever heard of planetary health ? Quote of the week: “In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends." – Martin Luther King Jr.

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How to Select the Best Dedicated Travel Software Development Team for Your Business

Groove Technology

Dedicated Travel Software Development Teams are specialized groups of professionals focused exclusively on creating software solutions for the travel industry. These teams, comprising developers, designers, project managers, and quality assurance specialists, possess deep knowledge of travel-specific technologies and industry requirements. This article provides a comprehensive guide to selecting a dedicated travel software development team, an increasingly popular solution for travel companies l

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The Year in Review for CXM: Market Developments and the Outlook for 2025 | Webinar

Everest Group

Live Webinar The Year in Review for CXM: Market Developments and the Outlook for 2025 November 5, 2024 | 9 a.m. CST | 10 a.m. EST | 3 p.m. GMT | 8.30 p.m. IST After experiencing significant growth post-pandemic, the customer experience management (CXM) market hit turbulence in 2024. Enterprises are now more cautious about their spending, pushing service providers to do more with less.

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New Report from 3,500+ Employers Confirms Retention is a Top HR Priority in 2024

The first report from Gallagher’s 2024 US Workforce Trends Report Series, includes data from 3,500+ employers who participated in the 2024 US Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey. The report provides benchmarks for benefits, HR and people strategies to help organizations thrive. Organizations continue to rank retention as the top priority for HR, and second highest for operations.

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CGS accelerates BlueCherry’s global growth with leadership appointments in Canada and EMEA

CGS Inc

11/05/2024 NEW YORK, November 5, 2024 – CGS ® , a global provider of software applications, enterprise learning, customer experience and call center outsourcing services, today announced two additions to its BlueCherry leadership team to further accelerate global growth. Jamie Elias joins CGS’s BlueCherry team as Managing Director & Country Head for Canada, while Wesley Ekman takes on the role of VP for EMEA.

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Navigating Software Development: Time and Material vs. Fixed Price Contracts

Vilmate

A high-quality website or application is essential for a successful business. Today, most companies aim to establish an online presence, and many startups focus on bringing new, valuable ideas to life. Software development is a complex process that requires professional expertise. You’ll find several cooperation models for this expertise, each with benefits.

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Building the Road to Global Small Business Utopia with AI and Fintech

The Global Small Business Blog

©iStock/ipopba Could artificial intelligence help global small business owners gain the insights they need to operate more efficiently and grow? In the updated edition of Fintech, Small Business & the American Dream , Karen Mills looks at evolving technology and how it might power this critical engine of the US economy.

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Critical Risks of Outsource Software Development and How to Mitigate Them

Groove Technology

While cost optimization and access to specialized expertise are enticing prospects, enterprises must navigate potential hazards such as misaligned project trajectories, unexpected financial burdens, communication impediments, and cybersecurity vulnerabilities. To mitigate risks, businesses should conduct meticulous evaluations of potential collaborators, implement robust communication frameworks, and enforce stringent security measures.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr

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Meet Martin Krahl: Director of Software Engineering at Perficient

Perficient Digital Transformation

Having spent nearly six years at Perficient, Martin Krahl serves as Director of Software Engineering, where he balances strategy, mentorship, and technical excellence. From identifying business opportunities to building high-performing teams, his work ensures smooth project delivery and lasting impact. Curious to learn more about his journey, accomplishments, and advice?

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CGS ACCELERATES BLUECHERRY’S GLOBAL GROWTH WITH LEADERSHIP APPOINTMENTS IN CANADA AND EMEA

CGS Inc

11/05/2024 NEW YORK, November 5, 2024 – CGS ® , a global provider of software applications, enterprise learning, customer experience and call center outsourcing services, today announced two additions to its BlueCherry leadership team to further accelerate global growth. Jamie Elias joins CGS’s BlueCherry team as Managing Director & Country Head for Canada, while Wesley Eckman takes on the role of VP for EMEA.

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What Is a Global Contractor?

Globalization Partners

Global hiring continues to thrive as one of today's most prominent business trends. And it's no wonder — up to 35% of executives say identifying skilled talent in their current markets is a problem. To address this challenge, companies can hire global contractors to access specialized skills across borders and support international business success.

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Poprosze Piwo

The Global Small Business Blog

©2024 Laurel J. Delaney. All rights reserved. Poprosze Piwo. A beer, please.

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The HR Leader’s Survival Guide

HR leaders drowning in paperwork struggle to meet C-suite's strategic expectations. Burnout and high turnover plague the field, with 95% feeling overwhelmed. This guide explores how the right tools can free HR from admin tasks and empower them to become the strategic leaders they’re meant to be.

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A Complete Guide to Outsource Software Product Development for Success

Groove Technology

Software Product Development Outsourcing is a strategic approach in which businesses delegate the creation, enhancement, or maintenance of their software applications to specialized external providers, often situated in diverse geographical regions. This model allows companies to harness global expertise while focusing on their core competencies. The advantages of outsourcing software product development are numerous and multifaceted.

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Why Your Business Needs Automated Testing: A Step-by-Step Plan

Amzur

Where does your software testing fall in your SDLC? If it is in the end, you are probably making a mistake and are about to fail due to improper and lack of testing. In today’s competitive software market, the need for quick, efficient, and error-free software releases has never been higher. Automation testing has become essential in modern software development, helping companies meet the growing accuracy demands, reducing testing time, and enhancing the overall software product quality.

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Quality Engineering (QE) Services for AI Applications and Systems PEAK Matrix® Assessment 2024

Everest Group

Quality Engineering (QE) Services for AI Applications and Systems PEAK Matrix® Assessment Organizations are grappling with ensuring quality and reliability in their AI applications and systems, while keeping pace with rapid technology advances and evolving regulatory requirements. As AI adoption increases, enterprises need Quality Engineering (QE) service partners that can not only validate AI models and systems, but also embed responsible AI principles throughout the development life cycle.

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Perficient Joins Salesforce’s Agentforce Partner Network

Perficient Digital Transformation

Revolutionizing Business Operations with AI Agents We are thrilled to announce that Perficient has been added to the Agentforce Partner Network , a groundbreaking ecosystem introduced by Salesforce. This network is designed to revolutionize how businesses leverage AI agents to enhance customer success and operational efficiency. The Agentforce Partner Network brings together leading partners to build and deploy third-party AI agents and agent actions.

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Foundations of Diversity: Building an Inclusive Company From the Ground Up

Can you guess why top-tier companies place such a high emphasis on diversity? Because a successful business mirrors the world around it. Diverse companies create empowering environments and are 35% more likely to financially outperform their peers. This new guide offers strategic insights to build a vibrant, diverse, and innovative workforce. Learn to assess your current workforce, understand demographics, and identify barriers to inclusivity.