The Global Small Business Blog

JANUARY 10, 2025

iStock/crissy2tay Small and medium-sized businesses can compete with multinational corporations in the global space by leveraging, rather than minimizing, their size. This very difference gives small and medium-sized businesses the exact edge they need toward creating a space of their own to thrive. Take, for example, the meteoric rise of Crumbl Cookies , which can be attributed to its agility.

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Groove Technology

JANUARY 8, 2025

In the era of globalization and the rapid advancement of the IT industry, Vietnam has positioned itself as a premier destination for international businesses seeking software development services. With competitive costs, an abundant talent pool, and robust government support policies, Vietnam continues to draw substantial interest from global companies.

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WebCreek

JANUARY 8, 2025

As the software development landscape evolves, staying ahead means understanding which programming languages dominate the industry. Lets dive into the top programming languages of 2025 that are defining the future of software development. 1. Python Python remains a popular choice in 2025 due to its versatility in fields such as AI, data science, and automation. […].

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Global Expansion

JANUARY 7, 2025

Global Expansion's EOR offers seamless global hiring, easy onboarding, and 214 country coverage. Trusted by 2000+ businesses for workforce solutions.

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Speaker: Jennifer Hill

Payroll compliance is a cornerstone of business success, yet for small and midsize businesses, it’s becoming increasingly challenging to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of federal, state, and local regulations. Mistakes can lead to costly penalties and operational disruptions, making it essential to adopt advanced solutions that ensure accuracy and efficiency.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

JANUARY 2, 2025

Welcome to our ongoing series on Universal Design for Healthcare! In this segment, well explore the importance of Visual Disabilities in Healthcare. Implementing universal design principles in healthcare to accommodate individuals with visual disabilities can profoundly impact both healthcare access and delivery. By creating environments and systems that are inherently accessible to all, healthcare providers can ensure that everyone receives equitable and high-quality care.

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Everest Group

JANUARY 16, 2025

Impact of Gen AI on Software Product Engineering is transformative, enabling faster development cycles & user experiences.

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Groove Technology

JANUARY 15, 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the Java software development landscape, opening up new horizons for software engineers. From process automation to code optimization, AI is creating breakthroughs in productivity and quality. Java, with its flexibility and rich ecosystem, has become the pioneering platform for AI projects, thanks to its cross-platform capabilities, comprehensive libraries, and large-scale data processing capabilities. 2025 will see the emergence of 13 groundbreaking AI

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SPD Load

JANUARY 16, 2025

When building an elearning app or platform, businesses focus on features, usability, and monetization models. But theres another important aspect of educational. The post FERPA: What Is It and How To Ensure FERPA Compliance? first appeared on SpdLoad.

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Global Expansion

JANUARY 9, 2025

Due to remote work and increased access to overseas talent, companies are hiring more global contractors. Listings for contract jobs on Upwork and Fiverr continued to grow last year, and a McKinsey survey shows more than one-third of Americans identify themselves as independent workers.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

JANUARY 6, 2025

Welcome to our ongoing series on Universal Design for Healthcare! In this segment, well explore the importance of Visual Disabilities in Healthcare. The healthcare sector is witnessing an evolutionary shift towards inclusivity and accessibility. At the heart of this transformation lies universal designa principle that advocates for the creation of environments and products to be usable by all people, to the greatest extent possible, without the need for adaptation or specialized design.

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Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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Everest Group

JANUARY 16, 2025

Unlocking Growth in Semiconductors focuses on leveraging advanced manufacturing, AI-driven design, and sustainability.

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The Global Small Business Blog

JANUARY 13, 2025

iStock/Supatman What's affecting me, my clients, my colleagues and other global small business owners: U.S. Chamber says there are signs of strength at start of 2025. In the UK, sustainable "green practices" is top on the small business list for 2025. Quote of the week: Don't follow trends, start trends. Successful artists don't follow trends; they create them.

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Groove Technology

JANUARY 15, 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the development landscape for.NET developers, opening up unprecedented opportunities to build intelligent and efficient applications. In the.NET ecosystem, AI includes the integration of advanced technologies such as machine learning, natural language processing, and predictive analytics to enhance application functionality and automate complex tasks.

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Wirtek

JANUARY 15, 2025

We are excited to announce a new agreement to develop a mobile application for a customer in Austria. The solution will be launched on multiple platforms and is expected to contribute revenue of approximately DKK 800,000 in 2025.

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The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

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Intelligent Sourcing

JANUARY 15, 2025

Generative AI (GenAI) has taken the world by storm since its introduction by OpenAI in November 2022. Professional outlets have been quick to offer advice on how organisations can embed […] The post Becoming a GenAI Mature Organisation through Strategic Sourcing appeared first on Intelligent Sourcing.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

JANUARY 14, 2025

In this blog post, I will share my journey of developing a Python-based solution to remove strikethrough text from PDFs. This solution is specifically designed for PDFs where strikethrough is applied as a style rather than an annotation. The Challenge Strikethrough text in PDFs can be tricky to handle, mainly when applied as a style. Standard PDF manipulation libraries often fall short in these cases.

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Everest Group

JANUARY 16, 2025

ER&D Core Dimensions: Product Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering focus on integrating innovation, sustainability, and digital technologies

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The Scalers

JANUARY 8, 2025

Looking to hire offshore.NET developers but want to guarantee their quality? You’ve come to the right place. At The Scalers, we’ve helped set up more than 80 dedicated offshore extensions and standalone teams for.NET development with the right skills and cultural fit for our partners and we can do the same for you too. In this article, we’ll cover the basics of why and how to hire.NET developers offshore before showing you our unique offshore development model that allows us to

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Intugo

JANUARY 2, 2025

Every business growth story is unique, but for those undergoing rapid expansion, the challenge of building a reliable and adept workforce becomes a defining chapter. In the case of Juan and his team, the solution lay in exploring nearshore operations in Mexicoa decision that would transform their firm trajectory. In this interview, Juan opens up about the hurdles, conquests, and incalculable lessons from managing a cross-border team in Hermosillo.

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Global Expansion

JANUARY 13, 2025

Imagine a growing small business like yours, keen to explore new markets. But with limited resources in time, money, and staff, the thought of establishing your own entity abroad feels overwhelming.

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Intelligent Sourcing

JANUARY 13, 2025

Mark Hillarys new book has just been published and this time he is exploring how companies sell to each other in the 2020s – this is intelligent sourcing! The book […] The post What Is The Value Of Social Sales In B2B Today? appeared first on Intelligent Sourcing.

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Raya Contact Center

JANUARY 12, 2025

We are thrilled to announce a dynamic partnership poised to reshape how businesses engage with customers. The official launch of the Orange and Raya CX collaboration unites unparalleled telecom expertise with advanced customer experience solutions, driving progress across industries. A Visionary Start The launch event brought together leaders from both organizations: Mohamed Eltouny, Chief Customer Care Officer at Orange, and Alaa Elkhishen, CEO of Raya CX.

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Everest Group

JANUARY 16, 2025

Outsourced Digital CXM - Adoption Trends by Solution reveal growing preferences for AI-driven automation, omnichannel support, and tools.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

JANUARY 14, 2025

Its that time of year when everyone comes out with their trends to watch for 2025. While it may seem a bit of a cliche, 2025 has several innovations taking hold that should prove exciting for anyone willing to grab the opportunity. The way businesses buy and sell is changing faster than ever, and B2B companies are at a tipping point. Its a segment of business that is often slow to change and adopt new practices.

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V-Soft Consulting

JANUARY 10, 2025

Modern-day businesses are actively pursuing innovation and growth to gain a competitive edge. Their efforts have largely proven successful, catalyzed by Gen AI solutions.

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Aspirant

JANUARY 9, 2025

Successful leaders have a transformational leadership style that moves a company closer to its goals fast. These leaders know the new year is the perfect time to assess, adjust, and take a giant leap forward.

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Microsourcing

JANUARY 8, 2025

Academic journal The Conversation did not hold its punches when it recently turned its attention to a crisis engulfing the healthcare sector. Beneath a headline alluding to the elephant in the room, the reports authors declared excess workload was a root cause of what they declared a healthcare system in collapse.

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inDinero

JANUARY 1, 2025

When youre building a tech startup, accounting probably doesnt feel very exciting. Who wants to think about spreadsheets when youre busy building or scaling? But, as a Y Combinator funded company and referral partner, weve noticed a pattern: promising startups regularly fail because of poor financial management. In this article, well explore the essentials of tech startup accounting, including best practices, common mistakes, and the accounting software we think will make your life easier.

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Everest Group

JANUARY 16, 2025

Buyers Technology Priorities for CXM Services emphasize AI-driven personalization, omnichannel engagement, and real-time analytics.

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Perficient Digital Transformation

JANUARY 14, 2025

Imagine youre a skilled craftsman working in a massive warehouse. Every day, your task is to process thousands of unique items and ensure that each one is properly logged and stored. But lets face it mistakes happen. Sometimes an item gets mislabeled or damaged, and you need to know which ones to fix, and which ones made it safely through. In Salesforce, when working with a batch class that processes thousands or even millions of records, Database.SaveResult acts as your trusty supervisor, keep

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Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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