Merchants Face Changes in Wages and Payment Processing with Optimism

When it comes to their own ability to thrive, merchants who use the ShopKeep iPad-based point of sale system are an optimistic bunch. As of October 1, 2015, liability for fraudulent charges will shift  from the major credit card companies unto you and your business. What does that mean?  This means that merchants will have to… Continue reading Merchants Face Changes in Wages and Payment Processing with Optimism

Decline of Back-to-School Spending Reflects New Consumer Habits

There’s a change happening, and back-to-school spending has declined 20% since 2014.  Nearly 40 percent of shoppers polled say they will reuse last year’s items instead of buying new, up from 26 percent five years ago. As a business owner catering a product or service to professionals, parents, students or all of the above… Has your… Continue reading Decline of Back-to-School Spending Reflects New Consumer Habits

Resources for your business

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Effective Leaders Utilize These Resources, Do You? A successful leader’s ability to utilize their resources effectively separates them from the rest. Motivating and inspiring peers and coworkers is only part of the equation. Knowing where to look for available resources is pivotal to continued success.

Plan Your Business Plan

showing your plan to suppliers to demonstrate that you’re a worthy customer? A solid business plan may convince a supplier of some precious commodity to favor you over your rivals. It may also help you arrange supplier credit. You may want to stress your blue-ribbon customer list and spotless record of repaying trade debts in… Continue reading Plan Your Business Plan

Clean Up Your Supply Chain, Establish a Counterfeit Detection Program

Establish a Counterfeit Detection Program Counterfeit parts cost businesses to lose profits, decrease consumer confidence, and increases costs through increased warranty claims and returns.  Mitigate and lessen your risk by establishing an effective counterfeit detection program you can incorporate TODAY.