The Global Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

©iStock/Chinnapong Gain the tools to set your global virtual teams up for success as you work through the weekly modules of this free online program offered by Yale School of Management (SOM) Executive Education. Guided by Program Convener Amy Wrzesniewski, an expert in how people experience work and make meaning of their work in challenging contexts, you’ll focus on the opportunities and challenges that global, virtual teams present.

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Redial

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

You are about to outsource, and choosing the right location for your contact center operations can make all the difference. At Redial, we’ve always recognized the importance of selecting the perfect site for our offices. In this blog, we’ll share our experience as a contact center company and shed light on the crucial elements we evaluate to determine new site locations, all while highlighting our commitment to positively impacting communities and job generation.

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IBM Services

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The supply chain plays a pivotal role in delivering goods and services to both businesses and consumers, serving as the connective thread between industries, nations, communities and all components of the value chain. Our dependence on supply chains is most pronounced in ensuring food supply. However, over the decades, the supply chain has grown longer and increasingly intricate, which means consumers may find themselves more distant from the origin of the products they consume.

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Zinnov

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

In the 1950s, William Shockley, a renowned scientist and co-inventor of the silicon transistor, founded the Shockley Semiconductor Laboratory in Santa Clara Valley, California, marking the entry of ‘silicon’ into Silicon Valley. In 1957, eight of Shockley’s researchers left to establish Fairchild Semiconductor, and what happened next is history.

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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

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IBM Services

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

At the beginning of the year, we laid out a new strategy for IBM Power under the leadership of Ken King, who will be retiring by the end of 2023 after forty years with IBM. It is with immense gratitude that I thank Ken for his leadership not only across IBM Power, but for his service to IBM in various roles spanning IP, strategy and software during his distinguished IBM career.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Perficient is pleased to announce that our work in health equity, diversity and inclusion has gained recognition in the 2023 eHealthcare Leadership Awards. Our work in the healthcare industry emphasizes the importance of a well-planned and executed strategy for addressing health equity, diversity, and inclusion. This work creates a healthier and more welcoming environment for team members to build patient trust, elevate consumer satisfaction and drive higher-quality care.

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AS White Global

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

This amazing team of tech wizards from ASW Vietnam is the embodiment of innovation and dedication. Their solid commitment to customer satisfaction reflects how they support each other through open communication and effective collaboration. Let’s crack their code to learn their teamwork secrets. Team members: Tuan Huynh – Lead Full Stack Engineer Tra Nguyen Lam – Full Stack Engineer Bach (Michael) Vu Minh – Front-end Engineer Quang Trinh Phuong – Senior QC Engineer Phuong Nguyen Le – Full Stack E

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Everest Group

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

The talent market has witnessed significant turbulence over the past few years, starting with the pandemic and hiring freeze to the great resignation and ongoing economic uncertainty. It is becoming increasingly difficult for enterprises to secure a skilled workforce, making the talent and skills shortage one of the top three business concerns in 2023.

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NoonDalton

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

In the fast-paced world of global commerce, ‘outsourcing’ has often been synonymous with cost-cutting and efficiency—sometimes at the expense of ethical considerations and long-term sustainability. However, a new paradigm is emerging: Ethical Outsourcing. This progressive approach intertwines moral responsibility with business processes, ensuring that the work outsourced contributes positively to the workforce and communities involved.

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Everest Group

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

LinkedIn live Locations and Talent Strategy – Let’s Talk – Potential in the Philippines View the event on LinkedIn, which was delivered live on Wednesday, November 8, 2023. Watch this LinkedIn Live event to hear from Jack Madrid, IBPAP President & CEO, and Jimit Arora, Everest Group Partner, for an enriching conversation exploring the true value proposition of the Philippines as a global services delivery destination.

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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.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Introduction to Vue.js: Vue.js is a user-friendly and progressive JavaScript framework that simplifies building dynamic web applications. It’s known for its flexibility and ease of integration, making it a popular choice for developers. Here’s a straightforward guide to creating a Vue.js application: Prerequisites: Node.js version 10.6.0 or greater installed on your computer.

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Magellan Solutions

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Get this: Companies prioritizing improving the customer experience see an 80% rise in revenue. Fantastic, right? Imagine your business running smoothly, offering top-notch customer support 24/7, expanding your operations, and cutting expenses. The Philippines can turn this vision into reality. The Philippines is now a prime choice for businesses seeking efficient call center services due to its skilled workforce and excellent reputation.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

At Perficient, we’re privileged to have a team of talented and dedicated professionals who bring diverse experiences and unique perspectives to our organization. In this edition of “People of Perficient,” we introduce you to Renu Hall , a Delivery Director in our Houston business unit. With an impressive journey that spans continents, industries, and a passion for problem-solving, Renu’s story is a testament to the dynamic nature of our team.

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Amzur

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Introduction In software development, when processes lack consistency and portability, the resulting applications may encounter compatibility issues, hampering performance and reliability. This can delay frequent product updates, increase maintenance overhead, and introduce potential security vulnerabilities. Amid the surging demand for faster development and deployment of new features, the need for a resilient and secure Continuous Integration and Continuous Development (CI/CD) pipeline has be

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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.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

CMDB Challenges: Unraveling the Common Thread: The prevalent concerns that echo through the minds of all Configuration Management Database (CMDB) owners across our customers are: How can I maximize the value of my CMDB? What are the winning strategies for CMDB adoption? Establishing trust in CMDB as a reliable source of data remains a challenge. We require remediation/best practices to instill confidence in its data integrity.

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Paysquare

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

We all know that any business’s proper functioning requires proper coordination between various departments and activities. Keeping proper track of the structure of remuneration provided to the employees is of utmost importance when any firm is considered since it helps us to keep an account of cash inflow and outflow. This is why keeping an updated payroll structure is paramount for every organization.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that Perficient has once again been recognized as a 2023 Top Workplace in Chicago! This achievement, formally announced in the Chicago Tribune on November 8, 2023, fills us with immense pride and gratitude. At Perficient, we consider this recognition not only a testament to our outstanding company culture but also a validation of our unwavering commitment to our employees.

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IBM Services

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Generative AI-powered assistants are transforming businesses through intelligent conversational interfaces. Capable of understanding and generating human-like responses and content, these assistants are revolutionizing the way humans and machines collaborate. Large Language Models (LLMs) are at the heart of this new disruption. LLMs are trained on vast amounts of data and can be used across endless applications.

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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.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Introduction: Welcome to the official blog on Kubernetes must-know commands! Subsequently, Kubernetes, a powerful container orchestration platform, automates the deployment, scaling, and management of containerized applications. Companies of all sizes widely use it to run their applications in production. However, every Kubernetes user should know and master a few essential commands to effectively manage your Kubernetes cluster and applications, though Kubernetes is a complex platform.

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