The Global Small Business Blog

MAY 25, 2023

©iStock/Dmitry Kovalchuk To go global, businesses must navigate complex regulatory environments, cultural differences, language barriers, and logistical issues, not to mention the task of finding customers and getting paid. Given the potential benefits of expanding internationally , the effort is worth it on mastering the above. How can businesses best prepare for and navigate the inherent challenges of global growth?

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Groove Technology

MAY 25, 2023

MuleSoft is a leading provider of integration software and services, offering an API-led connectivity approach that enables organizations to connect applications, data, and devices across any cloud or on-premise infrastructure. As companies continue to expand their digital footprints, the need for effective integration solutions becomes increasingly important.

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IBM Business Partners

MAY 25, 2023

IBM Consulting has established a Center of Excellence for generative AI. It stands alongside IBM Consulting’s existing global AI and Automation practice, which includes 21,000 data and AI consultants who have conducted over 40,000 enterprise client engagements. The Center of Excellence (CoE) already has more than 1,000 consultants with specialized generative AI expertise that are engaging with a global set of clients to drive productivity in IT operations and core business processes like H

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Groove Technology

MAY 25, 2023

Introduction The Power of Seamless Data Integration In today’s hyper-connected world, data is at the heart of every business operation. From sales and marketing to finance and supply chain management, organizations rely on data to make critical decisions. However, as businesses grow and expand, they often face a multitude of challenges in integrating and managing their data.

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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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Perficient Digital Transformation

MAY 25, 2023

I like to shop, and I think I am really good at it. I have the ability to make wise and efficient purchasing decisions when shopping. This may include having a keen eye for identifying high-quality items, knowing how to find the best deals and bargains, calculating my cost per use, and being able to manage one’s budget effectively. Ultimately, being good at shopping involves a combination of practical skills, knowledge, and personal taste.

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Velocity Global

MAY 25, 2023

In today’s international marketplace, more companies are sending employees on assignment overseas or implementing a global mobility policy that allows employees to work abroad. In fact, millions of expatriates live and work around the globe, and those numbers are only expected to rise. As expatriate employment increases, employers must provide comprehensive expat benefits that not only help retain talent and ease the stress of relocation but comply with local labor laws.

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Everest Group

MAY 25, 2023

Cloud contract negotiation with Microsoft for Azure can be complex. By better understanding the cost reductions available at the contract and resource/functional levels, enterprises can maximize their return on investment. Read on to decipher the discounts and get the best cloud value from Azure. Connect with us to discuss contract negotiation. Microsoft’s public cloud offering, Azure, grew more than 20% year-over-year in 2022, driven by its long-standing partnerships and deep technical integrat

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Perficient Digital Transformation

MAY 25, 2023

Overview A few years ago, Adobe introduced a feature of Adobe Experience Manager as a Cloud Service which reduces the amount of time it takes to produce creative assets. This work is typically done by Creative groups and involves some manual steps and operations before having a completed, web-ready set of assets to release to market for an organization.

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Capgemini

MAY 25, 2023

Capgemini participates in the ICTP – Quantinuum Quantum Hackathon Franziska Wolff 25 May 2023 Facebook Twitter Linkedin At this global hackathon in Italy, Capgemini staff got to grips with a specialized challenge in quantum chemistry and the practicalities of solving it – while also learning from other practitioners about the industrial context In April 2023, a Capgemini team of four took part in the ICTP – Quantinuum Quantum Hackathon in Trieste, Italy, alongside around 20 other teams fro

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Perficient Digital Transformation

MAY 25, 2023

To kick off National Women’s Health Week, we facilitated a discussion with leaders from American Cancer Society and BD on inspiring and supporting proactive women’s health. Our conversation covered several ways the health ecosystem seeks to better understand women’s needs and a meaningful care journey. The discussion was moderated by Marlana Voerster , senior healthcare & life sciences strategist at Perficient.

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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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Ivemsa

MAY 25, 2023

Setting up a maquiladora in Mexico through the IMMEX program comes with several benefits; the most significant is exemption from the 16% VAT. However, to receive this tax savings, there are several compliance obligations required when nearshoring to Mexico. These include: Obtaining the right software Declaring all temporarily imported materials, equipment, and machinery Hiring a U.S. and Mexico customs broker Classifying and tracking all information Generating annual customs reports One person c

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Perficient Digital Transformation

MAY 25, 2023

In this episode, Jim and Kim talk with Tara Becker, principal of digital health strategy at Perficient, about how to meet both consumer and employee needs in the healthcare industry. It’s no secret that clinicians burned out post-pandemic. Are there ways that we can champion the industry toward a new digital future? Listen to this week’s episode to learn how to mix people, processes, and technology to support healthcare employees and consumers.

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Zinnov

MAY 25, 2023

The ‘centralized brain’ in the context of an Autonomous Enterprise refers to a centralized system or platform that serves as the core intelligence and decision-making hub for the organization. It draws inspiration from the human brain, which acts as the central command center for processing information, making decisions, and coordinating various functions.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

MAY 25, 2023

Promethium Ember Capital, (“PEC”), a wholly owned subsidiary of Promethium, has become the first digital asset custody provider to come under federal regulation. PEC was approved as a special purpose broker-dealer (“SPBD”) for digital asset securities. The approval allows Promethium to custody digital asset securities on behalf of both retail and institutional clients.

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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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Velocity Global

MAY 25, 2023

Managing talent is hard enough when your employees are located in the same place. When your teams are spread across the world, your job becomes even more complex. Velocity Global is here to make it easier. Today, we’re excited to announce our updated Global Work Platform. Enhanced with your and your talent’s needs in mind, it now features a more intuitive design, improved visibility of core workflows, and more streamlined navigation—helping you build your global dream team more smoothly.

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Paysquare

MAY 25, 2023

Managing payroll efficiently and ensuring compliance with ever-changing regulations are crucial aspects of running a successful business. However, the complexities and intricacies of payroll processing can be overwhelming, leading to increased risks and potential compliance issues. As a solution, many companies are turning to outsourcing their payroll functions to specialised payroll providers.

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Velocity Global

MAY 25, 2023

DENVER, May 25, 2023 — Velocity Global, the world’s expert on work, today announced new platform updates to improve the customer experience, accelerate the hiring process, and help companies more strategically meet escalating hiring demands and complexities. In addition to a more seamless, intuitive user experience and improved onboarding management, customers will also have access to a new technology integration with leading HR platform Lever.

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Infosys Consulting

MAY 25, 2023

Success in BizDevOps demands more than combining business, development, and operations. Collaboration, communication, and decision-making are crucial. Discover how to foster a supportive culture through personal networks and social operating mechanisms for better delivery outcomes. BizDevOps is a central topic in value stream-driven business architectures In nowadays value stream-driven business architectures, BizDevOps is a central topic.

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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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Velocity Global

MAY 25, 2023

More than two years since the Great Resignation took the world by storm, HR leaders still have their hands full trying to keep their teams together. More than eight in 10 global organizations (83%) say they face significant talent retention challenges, according to a recent survey. What’s more, their struggles line up with employee attitudes: 73% of United States workers say they are actively considering quitting in 2023.

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CGS Inc

MAY 25, 2023

Body Over the years, you have undoubtedly heard the stories chronicling large retailers’ decisions to invest in their manufacturing supply chains. Perhaps the most familiar are Walmart's historic commitments to buy products that support American jobs. Sam Walton launched the "Bring it Home to the USA" initiative in 1985, with the world's largest retailer making additional pledges to purchase hundreds of billions of dollars of products made, grown or assembled in America ever since.

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Invedus

MAY 25, 2023

Hiring administrative assistants can be one of the best investments for your business. An administrative assistant is the “eyes and ears” of the company and plays a major role in the business’s success. Handling administration is no joke, especially for small business owners or startup founders. In this initial stage of business, you should focus on high-level tasks.

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Planergy Software

MAY 25, 2023

Clients and results More Customers We saved more than $1 million on our spend in the first year and just recently identified an opportunity to save about $10,000 every month on recurring expenses with Planergy. Cristian Maradiaga King Ocean Book a Live Demo Download a free copy of "Preparing Your AP Department For The Future", to learn: How to transition from paper and excel to eInvoicing.

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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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Capgemini

MAY 25, 2023

Capgemini partners with the CyberPeace Institute Geert van der Linden 17 May 2023 Facebook Twitter Linkedin Securing an inclusive cyber ecosystem on the values of collaboration and entrepreneurship Cybersecurity has rarely been higher on business agendas than it is today – and one thing we know is that no organization is exempt from attack. This is no clearer than with non-governmental organizations (NGOs), for whom cyberattacks can have far-reaching consequences that not only put sensitive data

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SIG Speaks

MAY 25, 2023

SIG University Certified Third-Party Risk Management Professional (C3PRMP) program graduate MJ Ellis shares a unique perspective on the fundamentals of effective third-party risk management through the panes of Johari's Window. The unknown. The unexpected. Third-Party Risk stands in the gap fostering understanding and planning where uncertainty filters deficits in knowledge and preparation.

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IBM Business Partners

MAY 25, 2023

If you’re an IT professional—from the C-suite to a hands-on practitioner—you know the pressure your IT operations (ITOps) are under. You’re responsible for optimizing spend, operational efficiency and incorporating new and innovative technologies. But are your tools slowing you down? Coined by research firm Gartner, AIOps is artificial intelligence for IT operations.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

MAY 25, 2023

A well-liked JavaScript open-source front-end development framework called vue.js is fully capable of creating single-page applications. This language enables Vue.js developers to create complex apps using a single file component instance. You can use Vue.js to merge the codes for improved performance. Because of its minimal weight and distinct framework design concepts, the Vue.js framework has advantages over other designs like Angular and React.

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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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