Can a bad delivery really drive customers away? Many customers say they would switch suppliers and even expect a full refund in the event of a delayed or bad delivery. Customers are used to free shipping at lightning speed, but that model may not be sustainable for eCommerce businesses. It’s extremely costly, but customers have […]
Operations
A Guide to Project Management for Startups
Faced with client meetings, finance issues and an inbox bursting at the seams with unanswered emails, giving attention to project management may seem impossible. Without a clear scope, budget and timescale—and a project management methodology—the business is in danger of being blown around by conflicting needs. Worse still, priorities will be dictated by the last […]
How the Digital Supply Chain Will Change the Future of Manufacturing
A transformation of manufacturing supply chains is ushering in the fourth modality of logistics. To ground, air, and ocean, manufacturers can now add digital. The move to the digital supply chain—the power source for Industry 4.0—creates multiple opportunities for every company in every industry. But every revolution needs exemplars to help lead the way, and […]
Should Your Business Have a Car?
As an invested entrepreneur or small business owner, you might consider the possibility of buying or leasing an official business car. This vehicle could be used exclusively for business purposes, or could be used by employees as both a personal and professional vehicle. So under what conditions would a business car be a good investment? […]
6 Can-Do Steps for Taking Your Business to the Next Level
Small business is the backbone of the economy. If you have a small business, you probably have dreams of taking it to the next level to become a larger business. Here are some steps that will help you do just that. 1. Networking Take the time to talk to people in the industry. Look for […]
How to Get Logistics Management Right
Every aspiring entrepreneur or struggling business owner has heard about how logistics are the key to success in the modern marketplace. Given the immense complexity of the modern economy, making sure that your products, services, and payments get to where they need to be on time is an imperative part of commercial success. Nevertheless, it […]
Hiring In-House vs. Outsourcing: Which is Suitable for Your Business Growth?
In the US alone, consumers spent over $450 million online for retail purchases in 2017 and the number is on the rise. Even companies which are not monetizing from their websites directly are using them to lead customers into their stores. If you are a small business, then the question of whether to get things […]
How to Build a Solid Business Process That is Poised for Growth
When your business starts to grow, you might find that some of your processes are actually hindrances. They could be repetitive; some can be made a part of just one process, while some are actually useless. It is common for start-ups to have business processes that are all over the place. It may be manageable […]
5 Reasons Your Business Needs a Local Courier Service
There can be many reasons why using a traditional mail service would be a bad idea. They fail where local courier services succeed, as using a courier service can have many advantages. Here we look at the top five reasons why using a local courier service could be preferable over other forms of mail delivery. […]
Can Headsets Increase the Productivity of Your Office? You Bet!
Have you ever wondered why you can’t concentrate properly while at work? Too much noise from your surroundings and elsewhere could be the problem. Fortunately, headsets are the perfect solution for you and your workplace! A pair of working headsets should get you through your working session, while also increasing the productivity of your work, […]
