The Global Small Business Blog
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
©iStock/Drazen Zigic Are you a remarkably good leader or someone who just nitpicks and thinks that is leadership? Leadership comes in many shapes and sizes, its qualities are subtle. While we think we know many of the leadership qualities that make great leaders, and even practice them, here are twelve simple signs that show you're a remarkably good leader.
Redial
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
In an era where efficiency and innovation drive success, the automotive industry has found a strong ally in Business Process Outsourcing (BPO). Outsourcing key processes allows automakers and automotive suppliers to focus on core competencies while improving efficiency, cost management, and customer service. Let’s explore how BPO is transforming the automotive industry and the specific benefits it offers. 1.
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Groove Technology
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, businesses across Australia, the UK, and Europe increasingly rely on custom software solutions to maintain their competitive edge. Many companies, from SMEs with 50-200 employees to large enterprises with over 200 staff, find themselves at a crossroads regarding software development strategies. The traditional approach of building and maintaining an in-house development team has long been the go-to solution for many organizations.
31 West
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
In today’s data-driven world, securing your information is more crucial than ever. A staggering 60% of small businesses close within six months of a data breach, highlighting the urgent need for robust backup and recovery solutions. Additionally, ransomware attacks have surged by 300% in recent years, underscoring the risk to your valuable data.
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HR leaders can use this calendar from Paycor to track important HR and payroll tax dates. The 2025 calendar includes: Tax filing dates Federal reporting deadlines Bank holidays Links to relevant tax forms …and more! Get your 2025 HR calendar today!
Groove Technology
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Many businesses today, from SMEs to large enterprises, are under increasing pressure to deliver innovative software solutions that meet market demands and customer expectations. With technology evolving rapidly, staying competitive requires more than just in-house capabilities. Software development is key to business success, but managing this process internally often comes with significant challenges in terms of cost, time, and resources.
The Global Small Business Blog
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
©iStock/AlxeyPnferov What's affecting me, my clients, my colleagues and other global small business owners: eBay publishes a new report on European Union (EU) small business exporting. Direct access to report can be found here. How weather and other factors are impacting fruit exports from Peru. Quote of the week: “When I returned to the United States after three years of World War II service, my total assets consisted of one wife, one small daughter, $276 in the bank, and an idea.
Global Sourcing Brief brings together the best content for outsourcing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
inDinero
SEPTEMBER 21, 2024
Streamlining Nonprofit Financial Management To streamline financial management for your nonprofit, start by standardizing financial policies to guarantee consistency and transparency. Align budgeting with your organizational goals by engaging stakeholders and monitoring budget performance regularly. Conduct monthly and quarterly financial reviews to identify discrepancies and foster fiscal responsibility.
Groove Technology
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Outsourcing offers significant advantages, including cost savings, access to specialized skills, and accelerated time-to-market. A Deloitte study found that 59% of businesses cite cost-cutting as a primary reason for outsourcing. However, communication barriers, quality control issues, and data security risks must be managed carefully. According to Precedence Research, the global IT outsourcing market is projected to reach $1.149 billion by 2032, highlighting its growing importance.
The Global Small Business Blog
SEPTEMBER 21, 2024
©2024 Laurel J. Delaney. All rights reserved. “Let yourself be silently drawn by the strange pull of what you really love. It will not lead you astray.” – Rumi [Super moon photographed by Laurel Delaney (self-portrait) on 9/19/24 in Rogers Park, Chicago, Illinois.
Perficient Digital Transformation
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
As we dive into the amazing capabilities of Optimizely One , let’s shine a spotlight on the Optimizely Data Platform (ODP). This simple tool unifies all your customer data in one place, making segmentation and personalization a breeze for your marketing team. With ODP, you’ll gain a complete view of your customers’ interactions and behaviors, empowering you to create personalized experiences, optimize your email marketing campaigns, and make smarter, data-driven decisions.
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Are you helping your people proactively plan for retirement? How are you prioritizing the mental health of your HR team? These are a few of the questions that HR professionals are seeking answers to today. Luckily, Gallagher’s consultants came together with four robust articles (and one infographic) that help address these pain points and provide you with proactive planning tips to help you simplify, personalize and create flexibility in your benefits offerings to help ensure your people thrive
Wirtek
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Wirtek has secured a major contract with Danish real estate giant, Port of Aalborg Real Estate, driving its Clean Energy strategy forward. This deal, following Wirtek’s acquisition of Seluxit assets, accelerates its strategic expansion into the sector, delivering full-service solutions that include both hardware and subscription-based software services.
Groove Technology
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Outsourcing software development has emerged as a powerful strategy for businesses seeking to enhance efficiency and innovation. However, this approach presents challenges and risks, ranging from communication barriers and quality control issues to data security concerns and cultural differences. Navigating these complexities requires a careful and strategic approach.
The Global Small Business Blog
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
©iStock/ake1150sb For Asia-Pacific CPGs, international growth is more critical than ever due to maturing domestic markets. Fortunately, the growing popularity of Asian culture enhances their chances of success. As growth in domestic markets slows, Asian companies must expand internationally to keep thriving. They are also wrestling with numerous strategic questions, including: Which markets should we enter first?
Airswift
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
What is microlearning? Microlearning is completely reshaping how we learn in the workplace. By offering bite-sized, targeted content, it helps us to stay ahead, close knowledge gaps, and boost performance. This makes it perfect for building skills quickly without the hassle of time-consuming (and often draggy) training sessions.
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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.
The Hackett Group
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
3M, MTN Group, IBM, CMA CGM, Johnson & Johnson, Intermountain Health, WNS, and Micron Technology, Inc. Are Recognized for Their Cutting-Edge Digital Transformation Achievements Miami, FL – September 24, 2024 – The Hackett Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HCKT) today announced the winners of its 11 th Annual Digital Awards, which spotlight companies on the cutting edge of digital transformation.
Groove Technology
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Outsourcing software development involves contracting out the creation, maintenance, and evolution of software applications to external providers, often in different countries. This practice has become increasingly popular as businesses seek to optimize costs and access global talent pools. The global landscape of software development outsourcing is diverse and dynamic, with 11 top countries emerging as prime destinations: Australia, Poland, Ukraine, Romania, Hungary, Vietnam, India, China, Phil
The Global Small Business Blog
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
©iStock/Nuthawut Somsuk Since launching Walmart Luminate, a comprehensive data analytics product suite, Walmart has successfully aided in optimizing retail strategies – from product assortment to product development – leveling the playing field for suppliers of all sizes. Today, 90% of Walmart's largest suppliers have signed up for a Walmart Luminate Charter subscription , and some of their smaller suppliers account for approximately 50% of our total subscriptions.
Perficient Digital Transformation
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Perficient is happy to announce that Consulting Magazine recently recognized Rupa Amin and Lina Maria Jaramillo Lopera in the 2024 Women Leaders in Consulting Awards. The awards program seeks to recognize women within the consulting industry who demonstrate excellence in their work and who are making an impact. Rupa and Lina were chosen because they embody the characteristics and leadership qualities that make a difference in the industry and pave the way for future women leaders.
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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.
Intelligent Management Inc.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
This post about the Theory of Constraints is by Dr. Giovanni Siepe who was educated as a physicist. The Theory of Constraints can be defined in several ways. We might call it a Theory of Flow, or a Finite Resource Management Theory, or a Synchronization Theory. These definitions are all correct. However, if we want to give an all-encompassing definition, probably the most complete one would surprise many people and that would be the Theory of Constraints is a Theory of the Use of Language.
Groove Technology
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Software development has become a critical component of this evolution, enabling companies to streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and gain a competitive edge. However, many organizations, particularly SMEs and large enterprises, face challenges in maintaining an in-house development team that can keep up with rapidly changing technologies and market demands.
The Global Small Business Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
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Everest Group
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Understanding HCP preferences in a digital world To quote Walt Disney, “Whatever you do, do it well. Do it so well that when people see you do it, they will want to come back and see you do it again, and they will want to bring others and show them how well you do what you do.” This couldn’t be more relevant in today’s fiercely competitive world. In the Life Sciences industry, success isn’t just about pitching products—it’s about delivering experiences that align with what the HCPs truly want.
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Use these handy calendar templates to stay on top of payroll in 2025! Download them today to share with your HR team or post for employees. Whether your company has biweekly, semi-monthly, or monthly pay periods, Paycor has you covered. Get your templates today!
The Hackett Group
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Latest Report Shows Digital World Class ® Procurement Organizations Will Experience 54% Productivity Boost and 47% Cost Reduction Miami, FL – September 26, 2024 – According to new research from The Hackett Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: HCKT), Digital World Class ® procurement organizations can expect staff productivity to increase by 54% and process costs to be cut by 47% with the adoption of generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI).
Groove Technology
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
In today's fast-paced digital world, businesses must stay competitive by quickly adapting to market changes and customer demands. Companies often seek to enhance their technological capabilities through custom software solutions to achieve this. However, in-house software development can be time-consuming, resource-heavy, and costly, so outsourcing software development has become a strategic move for many organizations, particularly SMEs and large enterprises.
Perficient Digital Transformation
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
In the latest episode of the “What If? So What?” podcast, Ron Gaines, senior manager of marketing technology and analytics at Sunbelt Rentals, joins us to discuss the company’s approach to driving customer success. Ron shares how Sunbelt Rentals is committed to ensuring that every interaction delivers real value to the customer. Ron highlights the importance of aligning sales and marketing efforts to provide a seamless and consistent customer experience.
Everest Group
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
The wealth technology industry has recently witnessed significant changes, particularly within one of its leading firms, undergoing a substantial strategic transformation. This comes in the wake of Adrian Durham, the founder and long-serving CEO of FNZ Group, announcing his decision to step down after 21 years at the helm. Durham’s departure marks a strategic shift for FNZ and the wealth management industry.
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In today's dynamic business environment, HR leaders face immense pressure to optimize costs while maintaining a competitive edge to attract, retain and engage their workforce. Gallagher can help you meet that challenge head-on. Our proprietary data and people analytics platform, Gallagher Drive ® , provides the elevated insights you need to make impactful program decisions that are aligned with your organizational goals and set your strategy up for long-term success.
ScaleHub
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
In Germany’s health system, service providers like NOVENTI facilitate the billing & clearing between pharmacies, care providers, and health insurers — processes driven by millions of documents. Speed and accuracy are key, as their customers aren’t paid until prescriptions and referrals are processed and reconciled with insurance providers. NOVENTI enlisted ScaleHub’s collective intelligence solution to support and relieve their staff amidst several document processing challenges.
Groove Technology
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Offshore software development involves partnering with development teams located in different countries, often with the dual objectives of reducing costs and accessing a diverse talent pool. The global IT outsourcing market reached a substantial $92.5 billion in 2019, with industry projections indicating sustained growth in the coming years. One of the primary advantages of offshore outsourcing is its cost-effectiveness compared to onshore or nearshore models.
Perficient Digital Transformation
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
In an increasingly digital world, ensuring that everyone can access and enjoy online content is more important than ever. This is where Universal Design comes into play in the healthcare system, aiming to create products and environments that are usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialized design.
Everest Group
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Digital Transformation Services for Mid-market Enterprises PEAK Matrix® Assessment As digital transformation moves from initial adoption to broad integration, it is poised to significantly reshape enterprise operations and customer interactions. Mid-market enterprises are recognizing digital transformation’s value and are investing heavily to pursue more efficient, agile, and technology-driven business models, creating vast opportunities across various industries.
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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.
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