5 Step Process to Obtain PSN Connection Compliance Certificate

August 18, 2015

Network
The Public Services Network (PSN) is intended to create a “network of networks” to enable the delivery of government services from any provider or location. You will need a Public Services Network connection compliance certificate in order to connect to the PSN. This is so it remains a secure environment for all the public service organisations. Your organisation will have to pass the compliance process to demonstrate that the infrastructure is secure enough to connect to the PSN without presenting a risk.

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Why Software Is Critical to Your Business

August 17, 2015

Software
Companies now rely on computers more than they ever have before. It is no exaggeration to say that if many companies had their computer systems break down, they would not be able to continue performing normal business operations. That having been said, it is extremely important for a company to choose the software that it uses very carefully. Failure to do this could result in a devastating network failure that causes a large amount of profits to be lost. Needless to say, this is something that all companies need to do their best to avoid. Here are some of the reasons why software is critical to your business.

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How to Provide Great Customer Service on Telephone

August 13, 2015

Telephone
When it comes to business, telephone calls still take priority as the communication method of choice. Although web enquiries, emails, social media and live web chats all have their place in the modern world of communication, the majority of today’s customers still prefer to speak to a member of staff over the telephone in order to resolve any queries, questions or complaints that they may have. With this in mind, we have put together a list of tips for answering telephone calls professionally. Read on to find out more.

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3 Tips for Attracting and Retaining Top Talent

August 11, 2015

Top Talent
Getting the right people in the right positions can be a huge challenge for any business. Hiring the wrong employee can cost countless dollars in labor, onboarding and training costs, which is why startups and businesses in their infancy cannot afford to make any hiring mistakes. It is imperative for your business to ensure you hire the right employees, and once they are onboard do everything you can to retain top talent. After all, these employees are in high demand and it will not take long for them to jump ship if you do not recognize their contribution and reward them appropriately. To help you achieve this goal we have compiled 3 tips to attract and retain top talent.

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Recent Boom in Commercial Real Estate Market in U.S.

August 11, 2015

Real Estate
Commercial real estate prices are steadily rising, which reflects a robust U.S. economy. When commercial properties are in demand, it shows that businesses are flourishing and businesses have confidence in the economy. Commercial properties can be retail establishments, office complexes, medical facilities, schools, warehouses, or multifamily housing units, as long as they are income-generating properties. Here are some recent noteworthy transactions in commercial real estate market.

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A Complete Guide to Career in Market Research

August 10, 2015

Market Research
Market research as a career can be somewhat of a mystery to many people. Ask anyone what a market research analyst is and what they do, and you’ll get a different answer every time. They have a vague notion of these people calling on people to take a survey or ask questions and determine what people like and are likely to buy. However, this is a very limited view of what market research profession is about. It takes more than just asking people about their likes to be a market research analyst. Below you will find answers to many questions on market research – what it really means to be an analyst and why they do it.

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The Missing Link: How Startups can Target Small Businesses with Solutions

August 10, 2015

Missing Link
We are living in the Golden Age of technology innovation. If you look around technology startups are popping up everywhere targeting numerous industries and business applications. The arrival of cloud computing, mobile technology and social media has enabled anyone with innovative idea, and willingness to work hard, to launch a startup for mere few thousand dollars. No wonder Silicon Valley is overflowing with number of twenty year old looking to strike it rich with a startup.

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Boost Your Retirement Security with Single-Premium Immediate Annuities

August 8, 2015

Annuity
Many investors lost a great deal of money in the recent recession, and some, unfortunately, saw their retirement portfolios dwindle to almost nothing. Many who are at or near retirement age are looking to rebuild through safer investments. Now, there are number of ways in which you can ensure the safety of your investments. You can park your money under the mattress, put it in money market fund or invest in US bonds. One of the investment vehicles that has gained popularity in the recent past is annuities. But are annuities the answer? Many investors are still somewhat uncertain about what annuities are and if annuities are the answer to the safety of retirement savings. To clear the confusion here is a simple guide to annuity.

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How can Small Businesses Leverage Free Technology to Gain Competitive Edge

August 8, 2015

Smartphone
In the age of Amazon and Walmart – the behemoths that can sell their products at cut-throat prices by leveraging their scale and technology – do small businesses stand any chance to survive? Those who are old enough to remember know that small businesses were the mainstay of American business landscape before large department stores and grocery chains drove many of them out of business. Those small businesses simply could not compete with them on price.

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How can Enterprise Resource Management (ERP) Streamline Your Business

August 6, 2015

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Enterprise Resource Management (ERP) software can significantly enhance the efficiency of a business. It is designed to improve information flow among the various parts of an operation, allowing each department as well as the business as a whole to function more effectively.

What is revolutionary about ERP is the fact that it is one overarching program designed to meet the needs of many different departments. The flow of products depends upon the flow of information. Overall, ERP systems help businesses to better meet their customers’ needs at every point in the production and distribution process.

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