The Global Small Business Blog

APRIL 9, 2025

iStock/TatyanaGI Bill Ackman wrote in a Sunday post on X that the U.S. risks fueling an economic nuclear war should the administrations onslaught of tariffs proceed against dozens of countries. Ackman, who runs the New York City-based hedge fund Pershing Square, suggested that President Trump consider a 90-day pause of the policy to allow time for negotiations, and he underscored how the countrys [global] small businesses will experience much greater pain compared with larger companies.

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Everest Group

APRIL 7, 2025

Artificial intelligence ( AI) is rewriting the rules of business, transforming workflows, redefining job roles, and reshaping entire industries. But heres the catch: without the right change management strategy, AI adoption can create chaos instead of competitive advantage. So, how can enterprises turn disruption into opportunity? Read on to explore the key strategies for navigating AI-driven change with confidence and clarity.

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The Global Small Business Blog

APRIL 5, 2025

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APRIL 7, 2025

Mothers Day is one of the biggest retail events of the year. According to current trends and data from the National Retail Federation (NRF), eCommerce spending for Mothers Day in 2025 is expected to be significant, with estimates placing the total near $33.5 billion in the United States alone, representing a near-record high for the holiday. This year, eCommerce remains the most popular shopping destination, with 35% of consumers choosing to shop online.

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Everest Group

APRIL 7, 2025

As businesses adapt to an increasingly complex data ecosystem, Customer Data Platforms (CDPs) continue to expand beyond simple data aggregation. Stricter data privacy regulations, third-party cookies decline, and the growing demand for personalized customer experiences are driving enterprises to adopt CDPs as a core component of their MarTech stack.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

APRIL 10, 2025

This guide will walk you through building a small application step-by-step, focusing on integrating several powerful tools and concepts essential for modern Android development. What We’ll Cover: Jetpack Compose: Building the UI declaratively. NoSQL Database (Firestore): Storing and retrieving data in the cloud. WorkManager: Running reliable background tasks.

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The Hackett Group

APRIL 7, 2025

New report reveals 5X growth in Gen AI initiatives and key strategies for scaling impact MIAMI April 7, 2025 The Hackett Group , Inc. (NASDAQ: HCKT), a leading generative artificial intelligence (Gen AI) strategic consultancy and executive advisory firm, today released findings from its 2025 Key Issues Study, revealing that 89% of executives are accelerating Gen AI initiatives up from just 16% last year.

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Everest Group

APRIL 7, 2025

The Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) industry is navigating heightened economic uncertainty, rapid technology innovation, and sophisticated customer demands. In response, BFSI enterprises are turning to specialized IT services firms. These providers offer in-depth domain expertise, tailored solutions, and agile, collaborative delivery models and are emerging as viable challengers to traditional, large-scale providers.

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Redial

APRIL 9, 2025

Redial BPO is excited to announce our participation in the upcoming Reuters CSX West event ! As a leading provider of Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) solutions, we are committed to enhancing customer experiences through innovative strategies and technologies. This year, we will be joining industry leaders and professionals in San Diego to discuss the future of customer service and the pivotal role of artificial intelligence (AI) in shaping customer interactions.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

APRIL 7, 2025

Migrating from Eloqua to Salesforce Marketing Cloud: A Step-by-Step Guide Transitioning from Oracle Eloqua to Salesforce Marketing Cloud (SFMC) is a significant move that can unlock new capabilities, improve personalization, and better align your marketing stack with your broader Salesforce ecosystem. However, its not just a matter of copying and pasting your assets over a successful migration requires thoughtful planning, collaboration, and execution.

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McKinsey & Company

APRIL 9, 2025

Mercer Street Hospitality founder and CEO John McDonald discusses how he selects new projects while maintaining his stable of restaurants and bars in a notoriously challenging industry.

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Everest Group

APRIL 7, 2025

Pharmacovigilance (PV) has evolved into a strategic imperative, driven by intensified regulatory scrutiny and an increasing focus on patient safety. Pharmaceutical companies now face a rapidly evolving landscape characterized by rising adverse event volumes, fragmented real-world data sources, and increasingly complex global regulatory frameworks. Regional variations in drug safety reporting requirements further compound compliance challenges across diverse markets.

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Capgemini

APRIL 7, 2025

Boosting CX and agent productivity with Microsoft Copilot Vinay Patel 26 June 2024 Facebook Twitter Linkedin With the accelerating embrace of Artificial Intelligence, financial services have a once-in-a-generation opportunity to re-imagine customer experiences. This includes hyper-personalizing contact center interactions to engage with customers in new ways.

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Ivemsa

APRIL 10, 2025

U.S. manufacturers have the unique benefit of working with Mexico shelter companies to create a seamless transition when launching production in Mexico for the first time. Though there are always initial questions to evaluate the best business route, recent tariff talk has led to more questions regarding compliance. Manufacturers are particularly interested in whether their products will be deemed USMCA compliant.

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Wirtek

APRIL 7, 2025

H annover Messe 2025 welcomed over 127,000 participants from 150+ countries, confirming its role as the worlds leading industrial technology trade fair. This years spotlight: Net-zero legislation, AI-driven automation, and real-time CO monitoring. Wirteks team attended key EU Commission talks and spoke directly with industry innovators. Heres what we learnedand how it can drive real-world change for energy and IoT companies.

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Everest Group

APRIL 10, 2025

Join Sharath Hari and Priyanka Mitra , Vice Presidents at Everest Group, to unleash the power of skills intelligence. Explore real-world insights from 50+ enterprises and discover how to drive impactful, tailored skills transformation with the right strategy and tech stack.

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McKinsey & Company

APRIL 11, 2025

Xiaohui Ding underscores that digital transformation is not a one-time project but a continuous self-revolution, that starts at the top of the organization and is driven by a clear vision and measurable value.

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Intugo

APRIL 7, 2025

Nearshoring for Skilled Team Growth In this video, we dive into how Mexico has become a top destination for foreign companies looking to build skilled teams. Featuring industry experts in recruitment and talent expansion, this episode provides valuable insights into why Mexico is emerging as a key player in the global economy. The post appeared first on Intugo - Nearshore Staffing Solutions for Cost-Effective Business Growth.

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Learn how a publically traded US fintech company elevated its nearshore strategy. By working with a strategic staffing partner in Mexico, they developed targeted internship programs at multiple universities.

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Capgemini

APRIL 7, 2025

How are leading telecoms providers bringing over-the-top customer experience and service to the next generation of consumers? Amar Misra Aug 25, 2023 In todays rapidly changing markets, Communication Service Providers (CSPs) are facing unprecedented challenges. Some of the most pressing challenges include evolving customer preferences and increased demand for service personalization, operational efficiency issues, complex and multivariate charging and cost models, stiff competition from peers, a

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Everest Group

APRIL 11, 2025

European Organizations Have a Higher Nearshore Leverage than Their North American Counterparts Across All Major BPS for geographic proximity

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McKinsey & Company

APRIL 11, 2025

A nerve center can help companies chart a course through expanding tariffs and trade controls by orchestrating nine rapid actions, from tariff operations to supplier diversification.

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WebCreek

APRIL 11, 2025

One of the biggest advantages of web development today is the wide range of frameworks available. However, making the right choice can be overwhelming, especially if you have no prior knowledge or experience with using a particular framework. When selecting a framework for your software development project or exploring options for staff augmentation, youll need […].

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Airswift

APRIL 10, 2025

What pricing models are available for an MSP program ? Thats one of the first questions we hear from clients.The truth is that pricing depends on your goals, your workforce needs, and how your organisation prefers to fund its recruitment solutions.

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Everest Group

APRIL 11, 2025

Key challenges in enterprise data management include ensuring data quality and integrity, integrating siloed sources.

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McKinsey & Company

APRIL 9, 2025

From political polarization to social movements, outrage is reshaping the landscape for organizations. A business professor offers a unique, practical approach to help leaders make sense of this phenomenon, engage stakeholders effectively, and build resilience.

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WebCreek

APRIL 11, 2025

As web applications become more complex, providing a fast and efficient user experience is increasingly important. Server-Side Rendering (SSR) has emerged as one of the most effective solutions to enhance both performance and SEO. By rendering content on the server instead of the client, SSR can significantly improve load times and user experience. In this […].

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NoonDalton

APRIL 9, 2025

Speed and ambition define startup culturebut without disciplined financial leadership, those strengths can become liabilities. Every dollar spent is a decision with downstream impact, and for many early-stage companies, theres little margin for error. Thats why more U.S. startups, especially in competitive markets like New York, are relying on outsourced CFO services to gain financial clarity, manage their burn rate, and stretch their runway.

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Everest Group

APRIL 11, 2025

The modern data catalog architecture has evolved from traditional metadata repositories into dynamic, AI-powered platforms

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McKinsey & Company

APRIL 7, 2025

Demand for military and commercial vessels is outpacing supply. Private equity investments that improve shipyard efficiency could boost production and help nations meet their security requirements.

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V-Soft Consulting

APRIL 9, 2025

Change is common in IT, but the effective management of that change will keep organizations IT operations and services productive. IT change management, when implemented properly, can reduce downtime, cut costs, maximize operational effectiveness, and minimize IT risks. That's where ServiceNow Change Management comes into play.

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