Big Ideas for Small Businesses The latest news, industry insights and more about ECI, ERP, and cloud computing for small to mid-size business development. + Page 7
5 Reputation Management Rules for SMBs
The days when all you had to do to manage your business’ reputation was to focus on delivering great products and services are gone.
How Data Visualizations Drive Business Intelligence & Growth
Learn how data visualizations enhance business intelligence, improve decision-making, and fuel growth—especially for small and mid-sized businesses.
6 Reasons Service Agreements Boost Service Business Success
In this post, we'll discuss how service agreements provide steady income, boost customer loyalty, and improve efficiency for service providers in HVAC, plumbing, and more.
10 Time and Energy Management Tips for a More Productive Day
Stay productive and avoid burnout with these 10 time and energy management tips. Learn to prioritize, focus, move more, and take control of your workday.
How Customer Experience Makes Price Increases Easier and More Profitable
Learn how focusing on customer experience helps SMBs increase prices without losing loyalty—boost margins, retention, and long-term customer value.
12 Keys to ERP Discovery Call Success
Discovery calls are your opportunity to conduct a business relationship exploration through dialogue with each potential solution provider.
6 Essential ERP Features Every Small Business Needs
Check out these 6 must-have ERP basics to boost efficiency, cut costs, and scale your small business. Learn what every ERP system should deliver before you invest.
MKM Building Supplies Boosts Scottish Presence with Spey Valley Acquisition
MKM Building Supplies's acquisition of Spey Valley Timber strengthens its Scottish network to 17 branches, enhancing service and product offerings in the Highlands.
Duchy Timber Boosts Production with New Resaw Investment
Duchy Timber has expanded production at its Cornwall sawmill with a new resaw line, improving capacity to meet growing demand for timber and garden products.
Huws Gray Expands with Sandysike Builders Merchants Acquisition
Huws Gray expands in the North West with its acquisition of Sandysike Builders Merchants, strengthening its reach in Cumbria and into South West Scotland.
COVID-19 App Self-Isolation Disrupts Building Materials Supply Chain
NHS COVID-19 app pings are causing major labour shortages in the building materials supply chain, leading to delays and urgent calls for industry exemptions.
ERP vs MRP: Choosing the Right System for Manufacturing Success
Understand the key differences between ERP and MRP systems to choose the right solution for your manufacturing business based on size, goals, and budget.
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