Hurricane Harvey highlights small business risk
The devastation left by Hurricane Harvey is a good reminder to small business owners that preparing for disaster is essential. Catastrophic hurricanes…
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Small business risk: Fire ranks high
Going into business is heavy with financial risk but, once in business, natural disasters or unforeseen problems can create catastrophe. Fire ranks high…
The robo-calling epidemic riles millions
Telemarketers have been a nuisance to phone owners for nearly as long as landlines have been in existence and today there are more than ever. According to…
“Cyberspace” coined
“Cyberspace” coined: Neuromancer Published in October 1984 According to Vice, this month marks the anniversary of William Gibson’s coining of the term…
Autonomous wheelchairs deployed in Japanese airport
Airports are often frustrating for a variety of reasons, but for people with a mobility impairment, it can be a nightmare. From lengthy waits in the…
Michelin’s 3-D printed tire could be the future
Flat tires, blowouts, and even putting air into tires could one day be obsolete if Michelin’s concept for a new tire makes it to the mainstream. According…
Visa campaigns for cashless small businesses
Money talks to small business and one credit card company is speaking loudly. Earlier this year Visa unveiled a campaign to encourage small business food…
Consultants: To hire, or not
Hiring a consultant is not a decision to be made lightly. There is a consultant for everything and choosing one could be not only difficult, but…
Business networking groups: Sharing contacts and information
Business networking groups are not just for socializing; they can actually give you access to people with new ideas and strategies. Groups are becoming…
What is a PDF and why have they stuck around?
Anyone who has used a computer for long has likely encountered a PDF file. The ubiquitous file type is a must-have for exchanging files. According to…