March, 2025

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The Best Call Center Companies for Global Support: A Data-Driven Breakdown

Influx

Customer experience (CX) is no longer just a departmentits the backbone of high-growth companies. Studies show that 86% of buyers are willing to pay more for a better customer experience, and high-performing CX teams can increase revenue by up to 15%.* Choosing the right outsourced call center partner isnt just a cost decision; its a strategic move that impacts revenue, brand perception, and customer loyalty.

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5 Trailblazing Women Building Global Enterprises (wegginar® 3/10/25)

The Global Small Business Blog

2025 Women Entrepreneurs Grow Global. All rights reserved. Celebrating Women's History Month at Women Entrepreneurs Grow Global with a special wegginar Monday, March 10, 2025 at 11 AM CT " 5 Trailblazing Women Building Global Enterprises." Join us as we spark a conversation around what it takes to start, run and grow a global enterprise. I will be moderating an esteemed panel of 5 titan trailblazers: Debra Dudley, Founder and President, Oscarware, Inc.

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How outsourcing is helping insurance businesses and their clients

Microsourcing

Insurance executives could be excused for feeling an extra weight on their shoulders were they to glance at McKinsey & Companys latest insight into their sector. In promoting its Global Insurance Report 2025, the renowned consulting firm painted a grim picture of the current landscape, saying an industry that focuses on mitigating risk and providing protection was enduring a particularly volatile age.

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The Sustainability Standoff: Industry Players, Regulators, and the Carbon Question of AI | Blog

Everest Group

The unseen cost of intelligence: Generative AIs (gen AIs) growing environmental footprint Gen AI is rewriting the rules of innovation, pushing the boundaries of what machines can create, automate, and enhance. But beneath the surface of this technological marvel lies an uncomfortable truth Artificial Intelligence (AI) is devouring energy, straining water resources, and leaving behind a mounting carbon footprint that can no longer be ignored.

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How to Set Better OKRs and Drive Results

Before you can achieve success, you have to define it. Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) give you the framework to do just that. Paycor’s free guide includes a step-by-step process leaders can use to work toward – and achieve – their loftiest business goals.

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BPO’s Next Chapter: How AI, Specialized Solutions, and Partnerships are Leading the Way

Intelligent Sourcing

By Phil Tomlinson, SVP of Global Offerings for TaskUs The Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) industry faces a turning point sparked by slowing growth, increasing specialization, the rise of GenAI, and […] The post BPOs Next Chapter: How AI, Specialized Solutions, and Partnerships are Leading the Way appeared first on Intelligent Sourcing.

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How Developers Can Speak Clients’ Language and Avoid Miscommunication

Groove Technology

By Ali Nguyen, Senior Software Engineer at Groove Technology As a software developer, I used to believe that my job was all about solving complex technical problems. I thought that if I could write efficient code, design scalable systems, and troubleshoot issues quickly, I was doing everything right. But I soon realized something crucialif I couldnt clearly explain my solutions to non-technical stakeholders, my technical skills alone werent enough.

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Giving Students Real-World International Business Experience

The Global Small Business Blog

iStock/Tippapatt The Knauss School of Business course International Management Consulting was designed with one specific goal in mind: give students real-world international business experience right from home. How? By working with San Diego-based businesses that are expanding into global markets. The course was uniquely created in response to the challenges of global mobility during the pandemic, and offers an immersive, hands-on experience with actual clients, company data and global industry

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Unlocking profitable B2B growth through gen AI

McKinsey & Company

Gen AI can enhance profitable B2B sales growth. Seven use cases show how B2B leaders can maximize benefits and drive sustainable impact with a tailored gen AI strategy.

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Buyer Reality Check: Are Your Outsourcing Suppliers Bringing You Value? | Blog

Everest Group

Over years of tracking outsourcing demand patterns and service provider performance, Everest Group has noted a persistent trend: value from outsourced services often falls short of organizations expectations. Despite long-term engagements, organizations frequently find inadequacies in services delivered by their suppliers. The latest Everest Group survey, “Mapping the Next: Key Priorities for 2025” (Exhibit 1), reveals widespread dissatisfaction with both the quality of services and

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Perficient Mentioned in Forrester Report: Design GenAI-Powered Experiences Responsibly

Perficient Digital Transformation

Perficient is a recognized leader in artificial intelligence solutions, especially as it relates to generative AI, empowering enterprises to accelerate AI adoption, and transform operations. With deep expertise across Google , Adobe , Salesforce , Microsoft , and AWS technologies, we design and deploy scalable, high-impact solutions that drive efficiency, innovation, and measurable business outcomes across industries.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Redial BPO in ShopTalk 2025

Redial

Redial BPO is excited to announce its participation in ShopTalk 2025 , one of the most anticipated events in the retail and customer experience sectors. This annual conference brings together industry leaders, innovators, and professionals to discuss the latest trends, technologies, and strategies shaping the future of retail. As a company dedicated to enhancing customer experiences through Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), Redial BPO is eager to engage with fellow attendees and share insights

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Mitel’s Fall: Is Your Business Ready for What’s Next?

Premier BPO

The recent announcement of Mitels Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing has raised concerns across the enterprise communications landscape. Once a prominent player in the Unified Communications (UC) and Contact Center (CC) markets, Mitel’s struggles with debt, failed acquisitions, and market saturation (alternatives abound) have brought it to a critical juncture.

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Ready for St. Patrick's Day in Chicago

The Global Small Business Blog

Chicago is known for its vibrant St. Patrick's Day celebrations, including the iconic green river dyeing, which began in 1962, and the popular parade. Happy St. Patrick's Day to all! Photos: Laurel J. Delaney. All rights reserved.

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New York 2040: Time to reinvent. Again.

McKinsey & Company

In this ever-evolving region, 18 arenas of competition will present challenges and opportunities that determine the future of New York.

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Revolutionizing Hiring: Remote-Insourcing That Slashes Turnover & Training Costs!

What is Remote-Insourcing? Sounds like an oxymoron, right? Not anymore. Remote-Insourcing isn’t outsourcing—it’s a revolutionary staffing model that lets our clients fill key entry-level positions with top-tier, loyal, long-term talent, integrated seamlessly into their businesses—just like local employees but without the turnover or W2 HR hassles. With under 3% unwanted attrition, you train once and keep the same team for years.

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SIG SPRING GLOBAL EXECUTIVE SUMMIT 2025 | Conference

Everest Group

Join Everest Group experts Amy Fong and Prateek Gupta for an insightful session on the commercial implications of generative AI in sourcing. Generative AI is rapidly transforming IT and BPO services, reshaping cost structures, workforce dynamics, and contracting strategies. As service providers integrate AI-driven solutions, sourcing professionals must adapt to new pricing models and evolving contract terms to maximize value while mitigating risks.

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The Indinero Guide to SBA Startup Financing

inDinero

Most SBA loans are for businesses that have been operating for a while, but new businesses still have options. This guide will cover loan types, qualification requirements for founders, and other financing options available to startups. Were a Y Combinator backed accounting, tax, and CFO advisory firm that has helped dozens of startups over the years.

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My Adobe Summit 2025 Takeaways

Perficient Digital Transformation

Adobe Summit 2025 is officially a wrap, and I have pages and pages of notes to go through with my team to plan out our year! The two terms that appear the most in my notes are Performance and Personalization. Customer expectations continue to rise, and the demand is higher than ever for lightning-fast sites that keep shoppers engaged, with hyper-personalization that lets them know brands care about them, leading to loyalty and customer retention.

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Diverse Revenue Streams for Schools: Boost Financial Sustainability

Planergy Software

What's PLANERGY? Modern Spend Management and Accounts Payable software. Helping organizations spend smarter and more efficientlyby automating purchasing and invoice processing. Learn more We saved more than $1 million on our spend in the first year and just recently identified an opportunity to save about $10,000 every month on recurring expenses with PLANERGY.

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No Excuses: The Definitive Guide to Managing a Remote Team

Unlock the full potential of your remote team with Hubstaff’s Definitive Guide to Managing a Remote Team. Learn actionable strategies to build, lead, and optimize a high-performing distributed workforce. In it, you’ll learn: Proven strategies for hiring top remote talent and building a cohesive team Best practices for overcoming common remote work challenges, including communication and time management How to foster accountability and productivity with effective systems and tools Techniques for

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Sunshine Is Delicious

The Global Small Business Blog

2025 Laurel J. Delaney. All rights reserved. "Sunshine is delicious, rain is refreshing, wind braces us up, snow is exhilarating; there is really no such thing as bad weather, only different kinds of good weather.

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Generative AI in healthcare: Current trends and future outlook

McKinsey & Company

The healthcare sector has been integrating generative AI to enhance operations and engage stakeholders, with many advancing to full-scale implementation.

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Transforming Biopharma: The Growing Impact of AI Across the Value Chain

Everest Group

Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing the biopharma industry, driving efficiencies, innovation, and smarter decision-making. From drug discovery to patient engagement, AI-powered solutions are reshaping the healthcare landscape.

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How Automated HR Workflows & Document Management Streamline Compliance

Metasource

According to Harvard Business Review , 87% of surveyed businesses feel that companies that fail to make HR compliance a priority face significant risk. Thats why many human resources departments are prioritizing compliance and adopting tools that effectively minimize risk. One of the best tools? Secure document management software that automates HR workflows.

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Case Study: How Adding an Internship Program Takes Nearshoring to The Next Level

Learn how a publically traded US fintech company elevated its nearshore strategy. By working with a strategic staffing partner in Mexico, they developed targeted internship programs at multiple universities.

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Universal Design in Pharmacies – Customer Service Live Chat and FAQs

Perficient Digital Transformation

Welcome to our new series on Universal Design for Pharmacies! In this segment, well explore the importance of Universal Design in Pharmacies for All Disabilities. In today’s fast-paced world, customers expect quick and efficient service, especially when it comes to their healthcare needs. Pharmacies can enhance their customer service by adopting Universal Design principles and incorporating live chat and FAQs into their services.

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Railway supervision monitoring

Capgemini

The journey to better Rail infrastructure management passes via digitalization Capgemini Engineering 2 Dec 2022 Digitalization of asset monitoring and processes key for Artificial Intelligence Facebook Twitter Linkedin As reported by the International Energy Agency in 2019, and Statista in 2022, the global demand for urban and mainline rail will grow in the coming years due to urbanization, attention on environmental impact, and an increasing population.

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Coming of Spring

The Global Small Business Blog

2025 Laurel J. Delaney. All rights reserved. "With the coming of spring, I am calm again.

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The contact center crossroads: Finding the right mix of humans and AI

McKinsey & Company

Leaders are facing difficult decisions about how far to take their technology investments today, to enable the AI-driven contact center of tomorrow.

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Future-Proof Your Talent Pipeline

Get ready for the future of business. As HR navigates an ongoing labor shortage, leaders need stronger, more adaptable recruiting strategies. Do you have the tools you need to build a talent pipeline that drives sustainable business growth?

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Payments BPS for Conventional and Emerging Buyers: Meeting Evolving Needs in a Real-Time Payments World | Blog

Everest Group

The demand for Payments Business Process Services (BPS) continues to surge as enterprises navigate intensifying cost pressures, growing compliance complexities, and shifting customer expectations. While real-time payments adoption accelerates across global markets, the core needs of traditional buyers (e.g., issuing banks, acquiring banks, card networks) remains central to the Payments BPS growth story.

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The best call center companies for global support: A data-driven breakdown

Influx

Customer experience (CX) is no longer just a departmentits the backbone of high-growth companies. Studies show that 86% of buyers are willing to pay more for a better customer experience, and high-performing CX teams can increase revenue by up to 15%.* Choosing the right outsourced call center partner isnt just a cost decision; its a strategic move that impacts revenue , brand perception, and customer loyalty.

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Universal Design in Pharmacies – Accessibility Laws

Perficient Digital Transformation

Welcome to our new series on Universal Design for Pharmacies! In this segment, well explore the importance of Universal Design in Pharmacies for All Disabilities. Ensuring that pharmacies are accessible to everyone is not just a matter of good customer service; it is also a legal requirement. Universal Design principles help pharmacies meet these legal requirements by creating environments that are usable by all people, regardless of their abilities.

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Exploring new railway technology strategy

Capgemini

Exploring new railway technology strategy “Or why I prefer those Black Angus in my sandwich” Capgemini 20 Sept 2024 Facebook Linkedin In anticipation of the forthcoming InnoTrans 2024 event in Berlin, Michael Davis and Vijay Anand Sundaresan from Capgemini Engineering, working with Rishi Raj Maulick from Qualcomm Technologies, Inc., outline the keys to successful technology strategy for the railway industry.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!