The Global Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

©iStock/trekandshoot The endless drive to reduce costs by relocating production facilities has resulted in a globalized, vertically integrated, and highly specialized manufacturing model that benefits specific countries and regions. Willingly and consciously, we have created unbridled globalized supply chains that focus on maximizing value. From economic value to social and environmental values, global supply chains have a new bottom line.

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Forrester Digital Transformation

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Amid geopolitical instability and economic turbulence, organizations will need to earn consumer trust to thrive. Read our predictions to help strengthen your firm’s trust strategy.

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McKinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Economic and political turbulence have prompted speculation that the world is already deglobalizing. But the evidence suggests that global integration is here to stay, albeit with nuance.

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Finance Marketing 134

Forrester Digital Transformation

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Advances in genetics, molecular diagnostic, data science, information technologies and artificial intelligence are expanding doctors’ power to personalize therapies gradually transforming one-size-fits-all care into precision medicine (PM).

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

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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McKinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Our work with the Rework America Alliance highlights how a skills-based approach can help US employers expand talent pools and retain great workers—even through economic uncertainty.

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Forrester Digital Transformation

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Forrester has been tracking emerging capabilities, products, services, and features that customers will expect and demand on banks’ apps in the next three years. Here are three mobile banking features from the second of two reports we’ve recently released: Carbon footprint tools and green financial products. Forrester found that 35% of US online adults would […].

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Forrester Digital Transformation

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Marketers are turning to retail media to generate and harvest demand while expanding sell-through this holiday season.

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Retail Marketing 130

Hyland

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

In this piece: What is IaaS? Examples of IaaS. Pros of IaaS. Cons of IaaS. How IaaS differs from other services. What’s next for IaaS. Infrastructure as a service, or IaaS, was first introduced in 2008. Like its siblings — software as a service (SaaS) and platform as a service (PaaS) — IaaS is a service deployed via the internet in the cloud and has become the standard abstraction model.

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Everest Group

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Capgemini, HCL Technologies and Alten top the leaderboard of ES service providers as ER&D outsourcing bounces back with double-digit growth in 2021. DALLAS, November 15, 2022 — Everest Group today released the fourth annual edition of the Everest Group Engineering Services Top 50 , a ranking of the world’s largest third-party providers of engineering services (ES).

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.orgSource

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

We think of technology as the good guy or the bully. It’s a silent partner in our work; and if things aren’t going well, that uncooperative software platform often takes the wrap. My business revolves around digital initiatives. When people call me to discuss a new purchase, I ask lots of questions. During those conversations, […]. The post Technology Isn’t Always the Hero or the Villain—Sometimes It’s a Bit Player appeared first on.orgSource.

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Advertiser: G-P

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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The Scalers

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

You’ve got a great idea for a software application – but now what? How do you find the right partner to turn your concept into reality? In today’s blog, we’ll explore what to look for in a full-cycle software development partner, from their technical expertise to their ability to bring your vision to life. The benefits of full-cycle software development.

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Magellan Solutions

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Why Does B2B Sales Outsourcing Make Sense to MSMEs? Business-to-business (B2B) sales outsourcing is a tried-and-true way for businesses to make more money. Getting professional salespeople and other expertise, sales outsourcing enables firms to seize opportunities. B2B sales outsourcing is an essential component of any company’s success that uses a B2B transaction model.

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McKinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

With new regulations and increasing access to data, healthcare organizations (HCOs) have a lot to balance to keep pace with ever-changing consumer expectations. With an understanding of what’s next for the healthcare industry, HCOs can more strategically prioritize investments. As we approach the new year, we expect the following six trends to drive the healthcare industry in 2023. 1.

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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.

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McKinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Even without legal or structural separation, telcos can accelerate the transformation of their B2C business units by adopting the mindset of a service company (“ServCo”).

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Serigor Inc

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Quick gist of cloud computing and its benefits to enterprises. Cloud computing is all about delivering various services over the Internet. Software, servers, databases, networking, and data storage, are among various tools and applications involved. With cloud-based storage, you can store files remotely rather than locally or on a proprietary hard drive.

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McKinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

US health systems are diversifying their businesses to unlock growth and support core hospital operations, carefully choosing investment areas and structures in line with their objectives.

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Everest Group

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Today’s tech industry must always stay a step ahead of attackers. Confidential computing is part of that conversation, but as with the edge, there is some confusion over what it actually means. “While the adoption of confidential computing is in the relatively nascent stage, our research reveals growth potential not only for enterprises consuming it but also for the technology and service providers enabling it,” said Abhishek Mundra , Practice Director at Everest Group.

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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.

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McKinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Just one in ten start-ups valued at $100 million grows to $1 billion within four years. Here are five trade-offs they made to get there.

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Everest Group

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

As pointed out by an Everest Group Study conducted for the Business Processing Association of the Philippines (BPAP), as the usage of alternate channels such as social media, mobile, web, and chat proliferates and experiences enabled by data and analytics becomes the norm, contact centers are taking up the role of customer experience hubs. Another acceleration lever suggested in the Everest Group study is to enhance the focus on creating awareness through marketing efforts to scale the outreach

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McKinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Consumers are increasingly seeking value, healthier products, and convenience. Retailers must be prepared to keep pace with these evolving preferences.

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Everest Group

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Business leaders are looking to digital transformation as a key priority as they battle high inflation and changing macroeconomic conditions. More than 70% of CFOs now recognize the need to leverage digital technologies to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and stakeholder experience, according to the 2022 Global CFO survey conducted by Everest Group and supported by business process management company WNS holdings.

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Efficiency Management 52

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.

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Influx

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Social media is an inexpensive but effective way for businesses to attract customers, foster brand awareness, and build customer loyalty. Creating content that reflects your brand through messaging, graphic design, and jumping on the latest trends helps your audience to get to know you on a more personal level where they can interact and engage on the platform of their choosing. .

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Everest Group

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

O N-DEMAND WEBINAR. Outsourcing Services Pricing: What to Expect Next. 2022 has proven to be a constantly shifting and unpredictable year for outsourcing services. The first half witnessed an unprecedented demand surge accompanied by cost and price inflation, and the second half saw a slowdown in client decision-making with fears of a recession. In this webinar, Everest Group’s pricing experts will analyze the trends observed this year and deliver the pricing outlook for IT and BPO services in 2

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Serigor Inc

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Quick gist of cloud computing and its benefits to enterprises. Cloud computing is all about delivering various services over the Internet. Software, servers, databases, networking, and data storage, are among various tools and applications involved. With cloud-based storage, you can store files remotely rather than locally or on a proprietary hard drive.

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Everest Group

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Top Robotic Process Automation (RPA) – Technology Providers The post-pandemic era is repeatedly stress-testing organizations’ abilities to adapt to a volatile world through rising inflation, an economic slowdown, geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and talent shortages. As corporate executives go back to the drawing board to re-examine their strategic priorities, they are increasingly regarding automation as a strategic initiative to emerge successful amid these uncertainties.

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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.

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McKinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Our recent survey illustrates how the liquefied natural gas market has shifted in response to concerns about supply security and environmental sustainability.

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Everest Group

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Top Salesforce Industry Cloud Services While early adopters of Salesforce services were looking to effectively manage customer relationships, market targeted products, explore sales performance, and drive cost efficiencies, enterprises today seek superior customer engagement and faster RoI from their Salesforce investments. To serve this need, Salesforce has introduced industry cloud products and augmented its capabilities by acquiring Vlocity, a leading provider of industry-specific cloud and m

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McKinsey and Company

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

CFOs of public companies can draw enormous insight from PE’s focused, proactive approach to value creation—but they have to take the initiative themselves. Here are five lessons to get started.

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Everest Group

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Top Decentralized Clinical Trial Platforms Decentralized Clinical Trials (DCTs), in which clinical trial data is collected through sensors or remote monitoring devices, can deliver many benefits to pharmaceutical companies, including cost savings, better patient recruitment and retention, flexibility in operations, and improved data quality. Before the pandemic, although the technology and data to support DCTs existed, only a few pilots were conducted.

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Advertiser: ZoomInfo

One of the biggest challenges for any B2B marketer is understanding your prospects’ next move — who is most likely to buy and when. Without these insights, marketing campaigns can feel more like guesswork, with high investment and little return. We’re here to tell you there’s a better way. By tracking buyers’ digital footprints and online activity, such as website visits, product reviews, and spikes in content consumption, you can engage prospects with a message that really resonates.

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