The Global Small Business Blog
MAY 23, 2023
©iStock/anyaberkut As Ryan Holiday says for Entrepreneur, "Each of us has the power to contribute to a problem or to be part of the solution. The decision to reform oneself is not an isolated one. It may matter only a tiny bit in the big scheme of things, but it does matter. All the decisions we make as [global] business owners matter. We have agency, we have a say.
Groove Technology
MAY 23, 2023
In today’s fast-paced business environment, it is essential to have a well-designed and efficient API management system. MuleSoft API Design & Development is a comprehensive solution that helps businesses to streamline their operations, reduce costs, and increase productivity. In this article, we will explore the benefits of MuleSoft API Design & Development, understand the role of Anypoint Platform API, and learn about MuleSoft API Management best practices.
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Velocity Global
MAY 23, 2023
Developing a global presence is an excellent business tactic for companies of all sizes. Through global expansion, businesses can diversify their market, access a broader talent pool, and even cut business costs. And partnering with an international PEO simplifies the entire process. In our guide, learn about the role of an international PEO, the benefits of working with an international PEO, and how to reach your global business goals with the right partner.
IBM Business Partners
MAY 23, 2023
IBM Cloud Code Engine is a fully managed, serverless platform that runs your containerized workloads, including web apps, microservices, event-driven functions or batch jobs. Code Engine even builds container images for you from your source code. All these workloads can seamlessly work together because they are all hosted within the same Kubernetes infrastructure.
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Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr
Perficient Digital Transformation
MAY 23, 2023
Content Management Systems (CMS) have been around for quite some time now and have helped businesses in creating and managing their online content efficiently. However, as technology evolves, so does the CMS. Many businesses that have been using the Classic CMS for a long time now are looking to switch to the new and more advanced Spire CMS. But migrating content from Classic to Spire can be a tedious and time-consuming task.
IBM Business Partners
MAY 23, 2023
Every day, people encounter multiple obstacles while traveling to their intended destinations. Sitting in traffic, waiting for the bus to arrive 15 minutes later than scheduled, driving around for 30 minutes to find a parking spot—the modern world is full of inconveniences due to underlying inefficiencies in our transportation systems. However, stalled cars and harried people waiting for public transportation aren’t just an individual nuisance.
Global Sourcing Brief brings together the best content for outsourcing professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
IBM Business Partners
MAY 23, 2023
IBM Cloud completed its 2023 independent review of IBM Cloud services and processes. The review report demonstrates to its clients, partners and other interested parties that IBM Cloud services have implemented and adhere to the technical, administrative and physical control requirements of IBM Cloud Framework for Financial Services. What is the IBM Cloud Framework for Financial Services?
Perficient Digital Transformation
MAY 23, 2023
In today’s rapidly evolving world, the convergence of digital technology and manufacturing has revolutionized the way products are designed, produced, and delivered – and the pace of that revolution is only increasing. Digital technology has become an indispensable tool for manufacturers across industries. From streamlining operations to enhancing efficiency and productivity, it is reshaping the industry.
Unosquare
MAY 23, 2023
Do you need help keeping up with the rapid software release demand? Are you losing track of product requirements or user stories vital to your project’s success? If you struggle with problems like these, it’s time to consider what backlog refinement sessions can do for your organization. This blog post guides you on optimizing backlog refinement sessions to drive agile success.
Perficient Digital Transformation
MAY 23, 2023
Sometimes, folks overlook Detroit as a cosmopolitan city. I am originally from Connecticut and spent a lot of time in New York City, Washington DC, and Boston, so I understand the sentiment. However, I think Detroit can hold its own. I’ve never felt more Detroit pride than when I attended an amazing event for the Friends Of The Children in Detroit at the Shinola Hotel last Thursday.
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Grow your startup beyond borders and boundaries. Global expansion is the ultimate goal for many startup founders. However, to successfully enter new markets and grow internationally, you need a sound and scalable global recruitment strategy. In this eBook, you’ll discover how you can gain a competitive edge over your business rivals through the latest technology, harnessing global contractors, and using a global employment platform.
Future of Sourcing
MAY 23, 2023
In a volatile world, businesses start to evaluate their processes on how to improve and modernize processes to grow and stay competitive. For today’s business leaders, macroeconomic headwinds have made managing complex organizations even harder. According to McKinsey & Company , CEOs stated that during uncertain times, their top priorities are strengthening resilience, technological transformation, retaining talent, and net-zero goals.
Perficient Digital Transformation
MAY 23, 2023
Inflation isn’t just affecting the cost of consumer goods. Since April of 2022, cost per clicks (CPCs) have been dramatically rising. According to Statistista , the average cost-per-click worldwide has risen 17 percent, from $0.52 in 2021 to $0.62 in 2022. A variety of marketplace and platform factors are contributing to CPC Inflation. These factors range from increased market competition to platform changes.
Global Help Desk Services
MAY 23, 2023
A lot of very smart people have spent a whole lot of time trying to understand what’s happening in the labor force lately. As “The Great Resignation” revealed itself to be more of a “ Great Reshuffling ,” many organizations have struggled with maintaining business continuity as their workforce turns over. That’s certainly true at the help desk. After all, your agents are the ones people turn to when they’re having technology trouble.
Future of Sourcing
MAY 23, 2023
The freelance revolution is here. More and more businesses are turning to freelancers to help them with their work, and for good reason. Freelancers offer a number of benefits that can help businesses save money, improve productivity, and gain access to specialized skills. One of the biggest benefits of hiring freelancers is cost savings. Freelancers can often be hired for a fraction of the cost of a full-time employee.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.
Aspirant
MAY 23, 2023
Imagine this scenario: The Visionary Products' shareholder meeting ends with the unanimous approval for acquiring NimbleBrands. It's a no-brainer; there is clear alignment on vison, the product lines are complementary, and there is organizational redundancy ripe for consolidation. On top of all that, Visionary’s leadership promises synergistic growth to the board and shareholders, but there is reason for concern: studies show that 70 to 90% of mergers and acquisitions do not achieve their promis
Everest Group
MAY 23, 2023
Live Webinar The Six Key Pricing Themes Dominating 2023 May 23, 2023 | 9 a.m. CDT | 10 a.m. EDT | 3 p.m. BST | 7:30 p.m. IST In 2022, the outsourcing industry experienced significant attrition and wage hikes. However, those metrics stabilized in the first few months of 2023, and due to today’s economic environment, the focus has turned to cost control.
Customer Serv Outsource Smarter
MAY 23, 2023
The global business process outsourcing (BPO) market is currently valued at over $260 billion and is expected to exceed $500 billion by 2030, according to Grand View Research. Outsourcing markets like the Philippines and India are well-established, but saturation, high turnover, and intense competition for labor are among the concerns in these and other mature locations.
Paysquare
MAY 23, 2023
Payroll compliance is essential for manufacturing companies due to their distinct operational structure and diverse workforce. It encompasses the adherence to legal and regulatory mandates governing employee compensation, tax obligations, benefits administration, and meticulous record-keeping. The gravity of payroll compliance within the manufacturing sector cannot be underestimated, as it ensures conformity to labor laws and mitigates potential financial and legal risks while fostering a conduc
Advertiser: G-P
The benefits of expanding internationally are endless, especially if you approach it the right way. However, there are pitfalls along the way that can slow down progress. Global expansion brings many opportunities for companies —business growth, brand-building in new markets, and access to diverse talent pools worldwide. However, international growth can come with challenges.
3Pillar Global
MAY 23, 2023
On this episode of The Innovation Engine , we dive into the world of Agile Thinking with Kevin Philpott, Director of Product Design at Pie Insurance. Kevin shares his insights on why building a culture of Agile Thinking is a must for any company looking to innovate on the status quo or reinvent the status quo. He emphasizes the “think big, start small, learn fast” mentality and the importance of focusing on outcomes over outputs in the development process.
Everest Group
MAY 23, 2023
Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) Platforms PEAK Matrix® Assessment Even in the face of an economic slowdown, talent acquisition continues to be a key priority for organizations. In the crowded landscape of TA technology, the Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) platforms have emerged as the key technology platforms. Organizations demand advanced technical capabilities to streamline their recruitment process and address talent demand.
Aspirant
MAY 23, 2023
The decision to engage in a business merger goes far beyond vertical integration or capitalizing on market synergies. There are many opportunities inherent in combining the resources, assets, talent, market share, and intellectual property of organizations. However, the success of a business merger often falls on one critical factor that too many organizations don’t account for: culture.
SIG Speaks
MAY 23, 2023
SIG University Certified Third-Party Risk Management Professional (C3PRMP) program graduate Dallin Ingalls shares the inherent value that is associated with a strong third-party risk management framework. A Bank's customers typically trust that the bank has well-defined security measures to hold and protect their deposits, i.e., the Vault. While there is immense value in preserving a Banks physical asset with a well-designed vault, it is equally as essential to protect a company's customer inf
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
Shifting to an account-based marketing (ABM) strategy can be both exciting and challenging. Well-implemented ABM motions build engagement with high-value accounts and drive impactful campaigns that resonate with your audience. But where do you begin, and how do you progress from crawling to running? Watch now as Demand Gen experts delve into the essentials of each stage of the ABM process.
UnaTerra
MAY 23, 2023
Contents In today’s globalised economy, businesses of all sizes and industries are operating across borders, encountering a diverse range of cultural practices and communication styles. While this presents numerous opportunities for growth and expansion, it also brings significant challenges in understanding and adapting to the nuances of different cultures.
IBM Business Partners
MAY 23, 2023
As more enterprises move to hybrid cloud environments, hybrid cloud security has become imperative to business growth. According to a 2021 study by the IBM Institute for Business Value (IBV), 80% of executives expected their organizations to operate more than 10 distinct clouds by 2023, up from eight in 2020. “The scale of most enterprise hybrid cloud deployments is so vast and penetrates so deeply that the need for an all-in security culture is absolute,” says Shue-Jane Thompson, ma
Perficient Digital Transformation
MAY 23, 2023
Tools for A/B testing are getting better, so you can get more out of your experiments. Readers, buckle up! Let’s launch through the evolution of the A/B testing tool. You might be thinking, “Really, that’s exciting?” However, this journey is a wild one that has accelerated thanks to technological advancements and a growing understanding of the value of making decisions based on data.
Capgemini
MAY 23, 2023
Capgemini’s Vision for A&D: Bringing Your Goals into Focus at the Paris Air Show Lee Annecchino 24 May 2023 Facebook Twitter Linkedin The 54th edition of the Paris Air Show is fast approaching, and Capgemini is excited to participate. It’s the first time the show will be live since 2019, and we look forward to seeing the incredible technological advances and innovative aircraft that will be on display.
Advertiser: G-P
The fintech industry is growing exponentially — in the first quarter of 2022, the sector saw a 182 percent increase in tech job growth. However, experts are warning that local candidates to fill those roles may become scarce in certain areas. In fact, according to a report from Korn Ferry, by 2030, more than 85 million jobs could go unfilled across three major industries: telecommunications, manufacturing, and technology.
Future of Sourcing
MAY 23, 2023
The surprising thing about data breaches is that they no longer surprise us. We now expect businesses to get hacked. A popular ride-hailing app , international airline , and world-renowned brewing company all experienced significant data breaches tied to third-parties in the first four months of 2023, and they’re not the only ones. Hackers are sticking to their 2022 playbook as they target third parties with access to sensitive company information and more vulnerable security protocols.
Velocity Global
MAY 23, 2023
When we think about “flexible work,” we typically think of working from home—but there’s more to it than offering remote work or work-from-home options. Think about where and when you are most productive. Do you do your best work at a busy coffee shop, or in your office next to an open window? Do you need people to engage with in your day-to-day routine, or do you prefer to work independently?
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