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Benefits of Internationalization for SMEs

The Global Small Business Blog

©iStock/xu bing One of the primary benefits of internationalization for SMEs is the access it provides to new markets. By expanding beyond domestic borders, you can tap into larger customer bases and diversify your revenue streams. You also challenge your own business to improve and excel in order to compete in this broader market", says Michiel Greeven, EVP Global Commercial at DHL Express.

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How Workforce Trends Are Shaping Global Teams in 2025

Global Expansion

The workplace continues to change as we look forward to 2025. This year saw mass layoffs across industries while new AI software added to employees' fears of losing their jobs.

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Global Hiring, AI, and Economic Shifts: A Conversation on the Future of Work

Globalization Partners

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of our daily lives, and it has forever changed the way we work. Leaders are racing to harness AI’s true potential and exploring how AI can enhance productivity, workplace flexibility, and innovation. But the question is: How will leaders seize these opportunities?

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The Future of ERP: Predictions and Trends Shaping the Industry for 2025

Amzur

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems have long been the cornerstone of business operations. From managing finances and human resources to streamlining supply chains and customer relationships, ERP systems help businesses operate efficiently and effectively. As we approach 2025, however, ERP systems are set to evolve in response to rapid technological advancements.

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Enterprise ABM Marketing Tools: A Marketer's Guide

Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.

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Here Come the Tariffs!

The Global Small Business Blog

©iStock/Olivier Le Moal From Wiley on November 26, 2024: On November 25, 2024, President-Elect Trump made two posts to his Truth Social account in which he stated that on day one of his second Administration, he would impose additional tariffs of 10% on all products from China, and additional tariffs of 25% on all products from Canada and Mexico. The two posts can be found here (China) and here (Canada and Mexico).

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ServiceNow Cost Optimization: Identifying Opportunities to Save

V-Soft Consulting

Organizations are spending a lot more on purchasing software like ServiceNow and associated licenses to modernize their IT, HR, finance, etc., operations and services. This trend in the IT industry has been increasing global IT spending year over year.

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Unit Testing in Android Apps: A Deep Dive into MVVM

Perficient Digital Transformation

Understanding Unit Testing Unit testing is a crucial aspect of software development, especially in complex applications like Android apps. It involves testing individual units of code, such as methods or classes, in isolation. This ensures the correctness of each component, leading to a more robust and reliable application. Why Unit Testing in MVVM?

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Grateful For Everything

The Global Small Business Blog

©iStock/teddyandmia "What if, today [Thanksgiving], we were grateful for everything?

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Ten Questions for Choosing a Mexico Manufacturing Site

Ivemsa

When a foreign manufacturer decides to launch production in Mexico , the first thing they must do is secure a facility and sign a lease. Though there are numerous industrial hubs set up throughout Mexico, the challenge is establishing the best fit. To factor in all the important considerations, from logistics and labor to competitiveness and costs, here are the top 10 questions manufacturers often ask to help them reach a decision. 1.

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How Stock Market Darling Coforge Went from Laggard to Industry-Beating Growth

Everest Group

In 2017, when Sudhir Singh joined IIT Technologies, the first thing he did as CEO was to change the entire top leadership team. Everest Group’s analysts from the Engineering and Information Tech service line have given their thoughts on Coforge’s transformation.

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HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025

The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

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Perficient Colleagues Donate 11,000+ Pounds of Food and 46,000+ Meals During Hunger Action Month

Perficient Digital Transformation

Perficient has a long-standing reputation as a philanthropic organization with colleagues who are driven and passionate about making a collective difference. In the spirit of giving back, our Giving Employee Resource Group (ERG) partnered with Feeding America for the third year in a row in support of Hunger Action Month (HAM), a global campaign that seeks to spread awareness and fight food insecurity.

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When Angels Visit Us

The Global Small Business Blog

©2024 Laurel J. Delaney. All rights reserved. "When angels visit us, we do not hear the rustle of wings, nor feel the feathery touch of the breast of a dove; but we know their presence by the love they create in our hearts.

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Solving Payroll Complexities in Healthcare: How Payroll Outsourcing Manages Shift-based Pay and Labor Law Compliance

Paysquare

The very nature of the healthcare industry creates a difficult environment characterized by such complications as 24/7 service aspects, irregular hours, and above-normal labor laws. It complicates payroll management vis-a-vis the treatment of employees on a shift basis, which would depend on a whole other line of payment rules, compliance requirements, and data security issues that antiquated policies don’t accommodate.

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FTC Eyes Microsoft’s Cloud Practices amid Antitrust Scrutiny

Everest Group

US regulators are said to be investigating Microsoft over alleged market abuse in cloud services. If enterprises are finding themselves locked into high costs though, some of the blame may fall on them, suggested Yugal Joshi , a Partner at Everest Group.

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We’re Here to Help! How to Navigate Your Top HR Priorities

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

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Universal Design for Cognitive Disabilities in Healthcare –Utilizing Diagrams and Charts – 8

Perficient Digital Transformation

Visual aids like diagrams and charts play a crucial role in making healthcare information more accessible and comprehensible. They provide a visual representation of complex concepts, helping patients with cognitive disabilities better understand their health conditions and treatments. Here’s how healthcare providers can effectively use diagrams and charts: The Importance of Diagrams and Charts Diagrams and charts simplify complex information, making it easier for patients to visualize and grasp

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Why Is It Called Black Friday in the United States?

The Global Small Business Blog

©iStock/Mervana The holiday shopping season is about to be in full swing upon the arrival of Black Friday today, with big sales ahead of Christmas marking the busiest shopping time of the year. The day's nickname has stuck, marking a shift from one holiday to the next. Hoping to entice equivocating consumers, retailers already have spent weeks bombarding customers with ads and early offers.

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How to Hire in Canada 101

Globalization Partners

Expanding your business to Canada presents an exciting opportunity to tap into a highly skilled workforce and a stable economy. However, hiring in a new country comes with challenges. This is where an Employer of Record (EOR) can simplify the process and help you hire in Canada seamlessly, without setting up a legal entity.

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Global Delivery Centers: Why They Could Be Your Next Big Move

Intugo

Markedly, international markets are highly demanding environments that seek greater operational efficiencies than most types of business structures, which is one of the reasons Global Delivery Centers (GDCs) are becoming an increasingly attractive option for companies looking to optimize their service delivery. In this article, we’ll explore what GDCs are, their benefits, potential challenges, and key factors to consider when deciding whether to invest in one.

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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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Lumen – A light weight framework

Perficient Digital Transformation

Laravel is a popular, open-source PHP web framework designed to make web development easier and more efficient by offering a range of built-in tools and features. It is widely known for its powerful and feature-rich framework, but for smaller, high-performance applications, Laravel’s full stack may not always be necessary. In such cases, Lumen, a lightweight micro-framework built by the creators of Laravel, is a fantastic alternative.

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Today in Global Small Business: Reflect on the Blessings in Life and Express Gratitude

The Global Small Business Blog

©iStock/Regina Tölgyesi What's affecting me, my clients, my colleagues and other global small business owners: Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the blessings in life and express gratitude. Take a pause right now to think about what you are grateful for. I am grateful to all of you for your readership. Thank you. Thanksgiving quotes on gratitude.

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How to compare Employer of Record services

Airswift

The importance of comparing EOR services Are you considering an Employer of Record (EOR) service provider to outsource your Human Resources functions? For many small—to mid-size businesses experiencing growth, outsourcing can help them scale their activities during expansion, especially if they plan to set up a business in a foreign country. Selecting the right solutions is essential to your success, and like any product or service in the market, there is much to choose from.

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The Thanksgiving Turducken Effect & Hiring the Right People

Eclaro

Thanksgiving traditions are as varied and distinct as the families and individuals celebrating the holiday. We love how time-honored aspects are constantly intermingled with new and interesting elements, making each year a unique celebration. So while we’re still working on an ECLARO balloon for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade, there are Thanksgiving traditions that deserve a moment in the spotlight today.

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4 AI Hacks to Make Sales Teams More Efficient

Over the last two years, there’s been a 76 percent increase in AI adoption across sales organizations. The reason for its rise? AI increases teams’ productivity by predicting and automating actions that require manual effort. In other words, the research that takes reps hours, AI can do in seconds. For sales teams, AI opens up a world of new possibilities, including automating outreach, identifying best-fit buyers, and keeping CRMs flush with fresh data.

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Vue.js Components: A Guide to Building Scalable and Modular UIs

Perficient Digital Transformation

In this blog, we’ll explore the importance of components, how to create them, and best practices for building modular, reusable UIs. Why Vue Components Are Essential for Building Scalable UIs Components are a core feature of Vue.js, known for its simplicity and flexibility. They serve as the building blocks of Vue applications, enabling developers to break down the user interface into smaller, self-contained units.

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Customer Centricity: Transforming Call Centers into CX Powerhouses

Raya Contact Center

Customer centricity is a term thrown around often but what does it really mean for CX providers and how can it transform your business. It takes a lot to meet customers’ growing expectations and needs. For companies to thrive, focusing on customer centricity—placing the customer at the heart of all operations—is no longer optional; it’s a necessity.

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11 simple things you can do to plan for the year ahead

Airswift

Get a head start on your new year plans For most of us, a new year brings fresh opportunities, yearly goals, and professional and personal aspirations. However, the world has shown us that plans don’t always go as expected, and flexibility is often our greatest asset. As we step into the new year, adaptability and forward-thinking remain key. Whether you aim to advance your career, nurture talent from within , or explore a new path, having a plan can help you stay focused and proactive.

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Digiday Programmatic Marketing Summit

SEBPO

Digiday Programmatic Marketing Summit Total 0 0 0 0 December 3-5, 2024 1 Hotel Nashville, Nashville, TN Digiday Programmatic Marketing Summit Programmatic marketing is constantly changing. If you’re not aware of the latest insights and trends, you risk wasting money and missing out on potential revenue. If you’re headed to the Digiday Programmatic Marketing Summit down in Nashville, odds are you’ll gain some valuable insights to bring you into 2025.

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The HR Leader’s Workforce Management Guide

In today’s fast-paced business world, effective workforce management (WFM) isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity.

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Perficient Achieves AWS Healthcare Services Competency, Strengthening Our Commitment to Healthcare

Perficient Digital Transformation

At Perficient, we’re proud to announce that we have achieved the AWS Healthcare Services Competency! This recognition highlights our ability to deliver transformative cloud solutions tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities in the healthcare industry. Healthcare organizations are under increasing pressure to innovate while maintaining compliance, ensuring security, and improving patient outcomes.

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Web Summit 2024: Major Insights and Key Discussions

Vilmate

The world’s largest IT event, Web Summit 2024, recently concluded. The conference continues to attract more fans globally and is growing in popularity each year. This time, from November 11 to 14, it hosted a record-breaking 70,000 participants from 153 countries. If you haven’t yet caught up on the key highlights from Web Summit 2024, now is the perfect moment.

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From Brazil's Cerrado to the world: Airswift’s pledge to a sustainable planet

Airswift

November marked a pivotal moment on the global stage, as Brazil hosted the G20 Summit on the theme “Building a Just World and a Sustainable Planet.” Against the vibrant backdrop of Rio de Janeiro, world leaders gathered to address pressing issues such as economic growth, climate action, and food security—reinforcing Brazil's central role in shaping a sustainable future.

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The Waiting Game | Blog

Everest Group

I once woke up to an announcement on the radio that the bank whose business services operations I was leading was being sold to a mega-banking major. Notwithstanding the fact that I reported to one of the vice chairs, and he left me off his call list, I should have recognized the signs. That day was an emotional rollercoaster, but it was nothing compared to the ups and downs I experienced over the next year.

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Transform Employee Wellbeing and Control Costs Through Data-Driven Strategies

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.