- Marketing by e-mail (05/15/02)
- Equipping your card service (05/8/02)
- Cash Factor (05/1/02)
- Rates are a'rising (04/22/02)
- Personal protection (04/15/02)
- E-ministrative Assistance (04/8/02)
- Knowing your customers (04/1/02)
- Mass e-marketing (03/22/02)
- Creation through customization (03/15/02)
- Combining forces (03/8/02)
- Improving your production (03/1/02)
- Protecting your digital turf (02/22/02)
- Color up your copies (02/15/02)
- Making a name for yourself (02/08/02)
- Word workers (02/01/02)
- Stop the silent treatment (01/23/02)
- Updating your long distance service (01/16/02)
- Sharpening the picture on LCD (01/09/02)
- The right computer for you (01/02/02)
- Hiring others to do your collecting (12/18/01)
- Keeping track of employees' time (12/11/01)
- Payroll: When to outsource (12/04/01)
- Envelope printers can label for you (11/27/01)
- Push your cart onto the Internet (11/20/01)
- Holiday Gift Giving (11/13/01)
- Charge forward in collection efforts (11/06/01)
- Spend your way to profitability (10/30/01)
Finding yourself with an end of the year budget surplus? Here are my top recommendations for you to consider spending your way to profitability.
- Trim your travel with videoconferencing (10/23/01)
Business travel can be maddeningly inefficient. Videoconferencing gives you the benefits
of in-person meetings while slashing travel time.
Freshen up your company's wardrobe (10/16/01)
- Like a favorite suit, your business' marketing materials may be more tired-looking than
you think. Working with a graphic designer can help freshen your company's wardrobe.
Managing your workers' comp costs more effectively (10/9/01)
- Talking about increasing healthcare costs is a favorite topic for the press. Much less
is written about increasing workers compensation costs, though, which can be as troubling
for many small businesses.
Two-way devices offer the best fix for e-mail addicts (10/2/01)
- Ever find yourself on the road wishing that you could quickly check to see if a particular
e-mail has come in? If so, a two-way e-mail device might just be what you need.
Do more with less by outsourcing (9/25/01)
- Do more with less. Outsourcing some of your company's activities can be a necessary strategy
to alleviate the pressure.
Decipher tricky documents with a translation service (9/18/01)
- Reading a business proposal, legal contract, or technical manual can be difficult on
a good day. A translation service can make the reading material easier to digest.
LCD Projectors: Keep them on the same page (9/12/01)
- Having every one on the same page is one of the keys to a successful presentation. An
LCD projector can help accomplish this goal.
Starting a retirement plan with a SEP-IRA (9/4/01)
- One of the easiest ways to dip your company's toes into the retirement waters is by starting
a Simplified Employee Pension IRA, or SEP-IRA plan.
Choosing a Web site designer (8/28/01)
- A web site designer can help weed and spruce up your web site so it can generate a greater
return for your investment.
Trade show planning pays off (8/21/01)
- Now, more than ever, trade show marketing dollars need to be justified. That is not to
say that you should pull back and stop attending trade shows altogether. But it does
make sense to check that you spend your dollars wisely.
Why buy refurbished equipment? (8/14/01)
- Buying refurbished equipment gives you a chance to do with - without a lot of money.
Key man life insurance could save your business (8/7/01)
- Purchasing this kind of coverage is an affordable way to ensure you can keep your business
up and running after a critical employee passes away.
Fax machine features you won't want to do without (7/31/01)
- When it comes to saving time and money, options such as well-designed fax trays, transmission
speed, and USB ports can make all the difference.
Pursue the domain name of your dreams with .biz (7/24/01)
- Reserved specifically for businesses, you have until Sept. 17 to apply for the domain
name you always wanted with the new .biz ending.
56k modem makeover presents speedy solution (7/17/01)
- New v.92 upgrade picks up the pace for connecting to the Internet and uploading. But
to ride the fast lane, your ISP must first support this new standard.
Deciding between a postage meter and online postage (7/10/01)
- How do you know which of these two time-savers is the better match for your business?
Take a minute to look at the pros and cons of each.
Round out your benefits with group life (7/3/01)
- Offering your employees group life insurance can help you add to the value of your benefits
package without busting your budget.
Simple devices ease the aches and pains of typing (6/26/01)
- From wrist splints to software, these tools can help cut the risk for repetitive strain
injuries before they become a pain in the neck for you and your employees.
Trying to decipher the newest phone system features? (6/19/01)
- From "IP telephony" to "unPBXs," what does this growing list of jargon really mean for
you? Here's the scoop on the latest and greatest phone system options.
Bundling can relieve your telecom burdens (6/5/01)
- Packaging multiple services can save you money, and it can help alleviate the stress
of managing your telecom needs across numerous providers.
Wireless LANs let you stretch your legs (5/29/01)
- Now that prices fit a small business budget, a wireless LAN can give you the roaming
room you've always wanted while staying connected to the network.
Don't let a tough economy squash your spending (5/22/01)
- It might be time to cut down on purchases, but you don't have to stop buying altogether.
Check out our tips to help you spend sensibly.
Don't fall into the trap of paying extra moving costs (5/15/01)
- Looking to avoid a bumpy ride to your new office? Hiring the right movers and proper
planning for your relocation can help you save money.
Education is key for fostering a successful 401(k) (5/08/01)
- Although often overlooked, continuing education and reliable customer service are critical
points to consider when choosing a 401(k) provider.
Don't settle for a false sense of security (5/01/01)
- From glass break detectors to motion sensors, finding the right alarm system to protect
your business can help give you peace of mind.
Creating an online storefront (4/24/01)
- If you're ready to set up shop on the Internet, your first step is to create an online
catalog. Your best bet is to turn to a catalog hosting service.
Drive your auto insurance in the right direction (4/17/01)
- Trying to figure out if you have enough coverage? Weigh your options and work with your
insurance broker to ensure your business is protected.
Reading your e-mails on the run (4/10/01)
- From two-way e-mail devices to cell phones, explore your options for staying connected
while on the road.
Improve in-house communication with an Intranet (4/3/01)
- Whether it's sharing data between departments or providing easy access to all your HR
forms, an Intranet can act as a central hub for company information.
Lend employees a hand in the healing process (3/27/01)
- You care about your employees - but, as a business owner, is it worth trying to fit a
long-term disability plan into your budget?
Get the most out of your staff by sending them home (3/20/01)
- If you're ready to implement a telecommuting program, here's what you need to do to get
started.
Dumping the fax paper trail (3/13/01)
- Ready to cut the cord on your fax machine? Maybe it's time for you to try a Web-based
fax service, which puts your e-mail in the driver's seat.
Sizing up your hard drive (3/06/01)
- When your hard drive simply can't squeeze in one more file, here are some key points
to consider when you're shopping for another one.
Protect your notebook from theft (2/27/01)
- With options ranging from a simple ID tag to a security cable equipped with an alarm,
you could prevent your laptop from becoming too portable.
Be cautious when buying online (2/14/01)
- Take a few extra steps to verify the security of the Web site you're purchasing from
and to protect your personal information.
A new insurance for a new economy (02/07/01)
- As the world of business embraces the Internet, a new kind of insurance emerges to address
a different breed of risks and exposures.
More employers are monitoring Web usage (1/31/01)
- Web-tracking software can help you monitor and reduce nonbusiness Web usage, which can
clog your network or sometimes even trigger liability issues.
Some ways to lighten your load during an office move (1/24/01)
- Organizing the countless details by yourself can be overwhelming to say the least. But
there are a few options you can explore to ease your share of the burden.
Ultraslims offer portability without skimping on performance (1/17/01)
- The latest batch of ultralight notebook computers provide adequate speed and memory,
and trim down to make traveling light a little easier.
Wireless services help with turbulent travel plans (1/10/01)
- Giving you access to flight information for practically any airline, these services can
alleviate the frustration when facing a last-minute delay or cancellation.
Web conferencing could facilitate those long-distance demos (1/03/01)
- Instead of hopping on a plane to make a presentation to far-away folks, you could use
Web conferencing to bridge the miles between you and your clients.
Postal service revamps postage meter regulations (12/27/00)
- If you're in the market for a postage meter or renewing your current lease, new rules
and the upcoming postal rate increase should be key considerations.
Brightening up your office can be a weighty task (12/20/00)
- Are you in the dark about the importance of office lighting? Between energy costs and
your employees' health, you can't afford to overlook this purchasing decision.
Paying your bills just got easier (12/13/00)
- Take the drudgework out of paying your monthly bills, and hand the headache off to a
do-it-all bill aggregator, who handles all of them from start to finish.
Heavy site traffic speaks volumes (12/06/00)
- Analyzing Web site traffic and the way visitors use your site can help you improve the
organization and content to suit their needs.
Don't fall victim to online credit card fraud (11/29/00)
- By taking some low cost measures to detect credit card fraud, you can avoid having to
pay penalties and keep your online storefront humming through the holidays.
Virtual assistants - a luxury you can afford (11/22/00)
- Virtual assistants can handle just about any task without stepping foot into your office.
Acting as personal assistants, they can do everything short of getting your cup of
coffee.
What to look for in a service level agreement (11/15/00)
- Instead of losing those precious minutes, avoid downtime on your site or network with
a solid SLA that clarifies your expectations.
Learn to digitize your files (11/08/00)
- Jazzing up your e-mail newsletter or Web site with digital images and sounds is much
easier and cheaper to do than you might think.
Keep your e-mail safe from prying eyes (11/01/00)
- If you're worried about nosey employees or corporate spies reading your e-mail, then
it's time to investigate some serious e-mail security options.
Can't foot the bill for IT staff? Go online (10/25/00)
- If you can't afford IT staff, the Internet can be a great resource for helping you keep
the technology for your business running smoothly.
Having trouble securing a loan? (10/18/00)
- Your list of resources for additional funding doesn't have to end with traditional bank
loans. Explore alternatives that can give you the extra money you need to grow your
business.
A one-stop print shop that always has the best price (10/11/00)
- With their network of printers, online printing services can relieve you of all the legwork
in shopping around for the right price for each print job.
401(k) fees have an impact on earnings (10/4/00)
- Understanding plan fees is key to ensuring you and your employees get the most mileage
out of your 401(k) when you retire.
Don't let a good buy give you a sore back (9/27/00)
- If you're in the market for chairs, let comfort and construction be your guides. You'll
pay the price in the long run if you simply settle for the best deal.
Need network access beyond your office walls? (9/20/00)
- If you're considering remote access for your network, you could find the right match
for your needs in direct dial or a virtual private network.
Boost morale with worthwhile incentives program (9/13/00)
- Got great employees? You can help prevent them from being lured away by other employers
by setting up an incentives program.
Cut your work in half with an Internet clipping service (9/13/00)
- Don't get bogged down with having to pore through the Web yourself. Let a service take
care of the drudge work for you.
Two lanes of phone traffic merged into one (9/06/00)
- These days, buying a phone network alone doesn't cut it - an Internet network ranks just
as high on the priority list. So if you're looking to purchase a phone system, instead
of juggling the two, consider an IP PBX system, which allows you to manage voice mail
and Internet data in one fell swoop.
The dollars and sense of incorporating online (8/30/00)
- When incorporating your business, reducing your legal fees could be the easiest way to
save on costs. Exploring your online options is a great way to start.
Can you outsource your HR department? (8/16/00)
- Today's white-hot job market dictates that having an exceptional Human Resource Department
is imperative. But if you're too small for a full-fledged one, you've got some outsourcing
options.
What has your scanner done for you lately? (8/9/00)
- If you're holding onto an old model, or just haven't integrated one into your life yet,
you'll probably find today's scanner offerings quite intriguing - and affordable.
The Internet expands your mailing options (8/2/00)
- The Internet has affected every other aspect of running a business; why not the way we
send our mail?
Help! I just want a machine to make COPIES! (7/26/00)
- Buying a copier these days ain't easy - especially if you don't want it to do anything
fancy. But it's worth learning at least what the fancy stuff is.
Trade shows on a budget (6/28/00)
- Exhibiting at a trade show is a valuable way to expose your business to many new customers
simultaneously.
Software sales on the Web (6/28/00)
- Considering purchasing or renting software online? We outline your options.
Protect your network with a firewall (6/28/00)
- Always connected to the Internet? Learn how setting up a firewall the right way will
protect your network.
Cell phones take to the Web (6/14/00)
- Web-enabled phones are the latest wireless toy. Are they worth getting?
Not your everyday cubicles (5/31/00)
- Systems furniture is more than just cubbies -- and if you buy used, you can avoid paying
top dollar.
Use cafeteria plans to pay for healthcare with pre-tax
dollars (5/10/00)
- If you can't afford full-blown health care, a Section 125 cafeteria plan can be a low-cost
alternative.
Want to send your voice over email? (5/3/00)
- Some businesspeople may find digital voice recorders to be the perfect alternative to
micro-cassette players.
Data storage 101 (4/15/00)
- From Zip to Jaz to DVD, data storage options are plentiful. But which one is right for
your business?
DVDs can store data -- not just play movies (4/10/00)
- DVD-RAM drives are emerging as a serious contender in the data storage game
Copy, print, scan and fax - MFDs have it all covered (3/15/00)
- Whether you call them all-in-ones or an MFDs, today's multifunctional, multi-tasking
devices offer far more than they used to, and at lower prices to boot.
Is it time for your business to buy a server? (3/15/00)
- As they grow, many small businesses just add more desktop PCs to their network without
considering buying a file server. But if you've got over 10 people in your office,
chances are a server could be one of the smartest purchases to make.
Revamp your tired web site with an outside web designer (3/15/00)
- Finding the right person to design your web site takes some time, but the difference
the perfect choice can make will be well worth it.
Talk to your computer with voice recognition (3/15/00)
- With 2001 looming, you may be starting to look around for HAL -- and wondering why your
computer doesn't answer back to you.
Holding a focus group on a budget (3/01/00)
- You've got an idea for a new product, or a new tool for your web site, or a new twist
to your customer service, but you're not sure how it will fly. How to avoid wasting
money and resources? One way is with a focus group.
Webcams have their use in business (1/21/00)
- Looking for a low-cost alternative to video-conferencing or remote surveillance? You
may find your answer in webcams.
1999
Direct Mail Services (12/15/99)
- Find out how a direct mail service can help you avoid the hassle of your next bulk mailing.
Ergonomics is good economics (12/15/99)
- There's a new standard for safety in office environments. Find out how it could affect
your business.
Anti-virus software (11/15/99)
- Here's what you should look for in an anti-virus software package.
The basics on wireless phones (10/15/99)
- No fancy bells and whistles--you just want a wireless phone. Here's what you need to
know.
Use banner ads effectively (10/11/99)
- Want some straight talk about banner ads and what they can do for your Web site? Look
no further.
SEP-IRA (9/29/99)
- Learn the facts on SEP-IRA plans.
OCR software (8/31/99)
- Not all OCR software is equal. Find out how they differ.
Employee drug testing (8/30/99)
- Looking into implementing an employee drug testing policy? Learn what you need to know.
Postage goes online (8/23/99)
- Forget about rushing off to the post office to fill your meter, or running out of postage
and waiting for your phone order to clear. Everything you need is on your personal
computer.
Commercial real estate (8/16/99)
- Particularly in a hot market, it's advantageous to find a broker who is intimately familiar
with the area you are looking into.
Computer training beyond the classroom (8/9/99)
- CBT, WBT, ILT - what do these acronyms mean? Learn about the types of training available
today and how you can increase office productivity by using them.
PC-based phone systems (7/30/99)
- Looking into a phone system? Learn if a PC-based phone system is right for your business.
Renting office furniture (7/16/99)
- If your office has a temporary need, or it's apparent that your employee size will expand
or shrink dramatically, renting furniture makes sense.
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Digital duplicators (7/12/99)
- If you need to print large quantities of a single copy, then a digital duplicator might
just fit the bill.
Renting voice mail for your office (7/1/99)
- If keeping costs low is a priority, consider renting voice mail from a service bureau
in lieu of purchasing one outright.
Unified messaging (6/28/99)
- Unified messaging allows users to manage all their email, fax and voice mail messages
from a single computer screen. Learn if it's right for your business.
Renting a cell phone for travel (6/21/99)
- Using a cell phone abroad is not as simple as remembering to pack your U.S.-based cell
phone. You'll need to rent a cell phone from one of a handful of international cell
phone providers.
Read the fine print (6/4/99)
- Recently, there has been a increasingly common trend by manufacturers to obscure the
differences between older and newer models.
Choosing a PR firm (6/1/99)
- Turning to an outside PR firm or contractor can be wise for small businesses, even if
it costs more overall. Find out why.
Web recruiting (6/1/99)
- Online job boards are increasingly becoming a cheap and effective way to recruit employees.
Discover ways to maximize your results.
Direct mailing lists (5/21/99)
- Need to advertise your product without spending a fortune? Consider direct mail.
Desktop basics (5/10/99)
- A computer's processor is the "brain" of the machine, controlling what the computer thinks
and does. Learn the facts on different types of processors, and which ones will work
best for you.
Disaster recovery (4/20/99)
- Did you know that 44% of businesses that lose important records in a fire or other disaster
never open again after the event? Learn ways to protect your company when a disaster
strikes.
Starting an online store (4/12/99)
- Selling your company's products over the Internet can be as easy as using one of the
many online store builders that inhabit the web.
USB ports (3/26/99)
- Installing a peripheral on your PC can be highly frustrating unless you have a USB port.
Protect company cars with fleet insurance (3/22/99)
- If your business owns one or multiple vehicles, you'll need commercial automobile insurance.
Digital cameras (3/12/99)
- Besides dropping in price, digital cameras have made vast improvements in the past year.
Locate airfare bargains online (2/26/99)
- The Internet has introduced great ways for the budget-minded business traveler to find
signficant savings. You just have to know where to go.
Binding equipment (2/25/99)
- Find out at what point you should stop running to the local copy shop and purchase your
own binding equipment.
DVD drives (2/19/99)
- While DVDs are a hot item, that doesn't mean that you have to run out and buy one just
yet.
Leasing (2/12/99)
- Eight out of 10 U.S. businesses choose to lease equipment. Find out why and locate a
lessor while you're at it.
Refilled inkjet cartridges (2/04/99)
- As with laser printers, one way to pare the cost of printing is to use non-brand name
ink alternatives.
Virtual Assistants (2/01/99)
- With a virtual assistant, you now need to share only one phone number with your various
contacts, no matter where you are.
Accountants can handle more than just taxes (2/01/99)
- While CPAs still handle traditional accounting services such as tax filing and financial
statements, many now act as business advisors on a broad range of issues.
Alternative dispute resolution (1/29/99)
- If you're involved in a dispute, then arbitration may be the way to go. Learn the facts
about arbitration and get a list of national ADR providers.
Internet filtering software (1/26/99)
- These applications let you do anything from track how long employees surf the web to
block access to shopping and sports sites.
Off-site storage (1/21/99)
- Many off-site storage facilities offer a range of services to help you organize your
documents.
Call logging equipment (1/18/99)
- It eliminates the "he said, she said" finger pointing. It can also be a great way to
train salespeople as conversations can be recorded for later analysis.
Computer cleaning 101 (1/15/99)
- Keeping your computer dust-free can go a long way in extending the life of your system.
Malpractice insurance isn't just for doctors (1/09/99)
- Learn how error and omissions insurance can protect your business.
Bartering networks (1/08/99)
- Not only is bartering a resourceful tool to conserve cash, it's also a growing means
to unload excess inventory.
1998
Alarm systems protect your capital (12/21/98)
- Learn how an average small office can be protected for under $1,000.
No-shows can lead to car rental penalties (12/14/98)
- While no-show and late cancellation fees are still applied only sporadically, the bottom
line is that if you don't want to get slapped with an unexpected fee, it pays to know
before you go.
PDAs: the pocket secretary (12/04/98)
- If you're tired of lugging your notebook computer so you can access e-mail or perform
simple word processing, a PDA may fit the bill.
Shredding software ensures deletion (12/04/98)
- Simply hitting the delete key doesn't mean the computer file in question is really gone.
You need shredding software to do the trick.
Phone headsets: the alternative to neck pain (11/30/98)
- If you or your employees find yourselves frequently on the phone, a telephone headset
can spare you from a stiff neck and sore muscles.
Courier services aren't all alike (11/25/98)
- Courier services have made a business out of helping other firms meet delivery deadlines,
particularly in highly-trafficked urban areas. While they may all seem very similar,
there are some differences to keep in mind.
Online auctions (11/16/98)
- If you've surfed the Internet to shop for an item, there is a good chance that you might
have stumbled across an online auction site. Forrester Research estimates that business-to-business
auctions will be responsible for more than $50 billion in sales by the Year 2002.
• Corporate gifts for the holidays
- • PEOs
tap into addtional HR benefits
- • Qualifying for a small business
bank loan
- • Notebook security devices
deter computer theft
- • Year 2K compliance issues
- • Stamping out old-fashioned postage
meters
- • Employment retirement plans
don't have to cost a fortune
- • Mouse-free alternatives to
computer navigation
- • Connect to the WWW quicker
- • Selling your old office furniture
will recoup some of its cost
- • Check security services help to
guarantee payment
- • More fees appearing on long-distance
bills
- • Toll-free calls from pay phone
costing more
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