Posts Tagged ‘Technology’
What Does It Mean to Be a User Interface Developer?
Let’s imagine that you have an idea for a startup. You have conceived an application of a very-important-for-you-sphere, which will help people do very-important-human-things. Back-end developers will help you with the technical component of the project. However, you need to make a candy. The product needs to be wrapped in a beautiful package. So, who’re…
Read MoreWhy Your Business Will Switch to E-Invoicing
In December a medium-sized business announced they would launch e-invoicing on New Year’s Day. While the company’s finance department was thrilled, their customers were underwhelmed. Most customers had their doubts — and some even refused. “Our company is not ready,” was the frequent refrain. It has been estimated that the average cost of sending a…
Read MoreIs the Robot Revolution Coming to Retail Next?
The robots are coming! Well, they’re already here, and have been for a while. The manufacturing industry has seen seismic shifts in productivity and in its labor force since the introduction of automation, and is poised for a great deal more disruption. However, sectors like manufacturing, warehousing, and aviation aren’t the only ones which robots…
Read More3 Ways to Improve Communication in Your Supply Chain
Supply chains are wonderful at creating state-of-the-art products with the help of B2B companies across America. However, poor communication in one part of the chain can cause the entire system to topple like dominoes. Trust us — it’s not a pretty sight. So, when you’re a supply chain manager, maintaining clear communication channels within your…
Read MoreIt Takes a Balance of Creativity, Communication, and Technology to Make a Good Website
You’ve probably heard someone suggest that it’s important to have balance in your life, whatever your activity, your passion, or your business. This applies to holding on to the proven methods of the past and combining these with what will work in the near future. Balance is certainly essential when you’re in the process of…
Read MoreHow Big Will Voice Search Be in 2020?
It’s a familiar scene. Friends are sitting around the dorm when someone suggests they order a pizza. One of them grabs her smartphone and says into the mic, “Who has good pizza near me?” The phone comes back with suggestions to pick from. While comprising a large share of mobile search now, voice search will…
Read MoreThere’s Good News for Women in STEM and Ending Gender Bias
According to a study by the Girl Scouts Research Institute, over 80% of girls are interested in pursuing a STEM career and 13% say it is their first choice for the future. Unfortunately, many girls lose interest in STEM by the age of 15, due to lack of female mentors, role models, or hands-on practice.…
Read More7 Easy-to-Follow Tips for Computer Security
On a daily basis, I get walk-ins at my computer repair company who ask very similar questions: How can I protect my identity and sensitive information when surfing the web? Quite a few people aren’t aware of the repercussions of downloading obscure files. Furthermore, forgetting to update their anti-virus may leave them open to attack.…
Read More10 Practical HR Hacks for Small Businesses
Small businesses, start-ups and entrepreneurs can use all the hacks they can find when it comes to starting and growing their business. When it comes to human resources (HR), several ways exist for small businesses to improve their company culture and develop the environment they envisioned when starting their business, including: Technology Using technology to its fullest…
Read MoreVirtual Reality: See the 360-Degree Opportunities
How many of you or your kids have received a virtual reality headset lately as a gift? I’m here to tell you that virtual reality headsets are THE thing lately. If you’re not familiar with how they work, virtual reality (VR) is an immersive experience where your head movements are tracked in a three-dimensional world,…
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