Entrepreneurial News
Latest Headlines
November 12, 2009
- Are High-Deductible Health Plans Right For Your Business?
- Experts say the plan could save employers thousands, but it may not be a perfect match for your company.
- Trading Lawn Mowers For Goats
- Goat and sheep mowing businesses thrive as organizations choose to mow their acreage with beasts instead of machines.
- Business Owners Warm Up to Online Reviews
- Small-business owners are more active than consumers on sites such as Yelp, according to a recent survey.
- Google to Acquire AdMob for $750 Million
- The search giant acquires an ad network in the hopes of dominating the mobile market.
- Green Collar Jobs Can Spur Job Growth
- A new study suggests climate change legislation could net the U.S. 4.5 million jobs.
- Gamers Experiment with Pay Whatever Model
- By letting people set their price, two video game designers sold over 50,000 copies of their game World of Goo in just one week.
- Virtual Has Become Reality for Phone Apps
- A technology once considered science fiction is creating a new market for start-ups.
- SBA Makes the Business Case for Health Care Reform
- An SBA study asserts that small businesses pay more for health care coverage and are more likely to lose their coverage than large businesses.
- There's No Substitute for Great Customer Service
- Small businesses should keep good, old-fashioned customer service in mind when implementing new technology.
- Uptown Cupcakes Attract Scores of Harlemites
- Breaking away from New York's downtown cupcake explosion, Tonnie Rozier finds a new demographic in need of the sweet treats uptown.
- "Shine A Light" Contest Honors Small Business
- Sacred Wind Communications wins the grand prize of $100,000 from the AMEX and NBC Universal contest.
- A Besieged Brewery Fights Back
- Rock Art Brewery is embroiled in a trademark war with the beverage giant Hansen over the name of the brewery's Vermonster beer.
- Farmers' Goods Called Risky Foods
- Research claims that produce are more likely to transmit food-born illnesses, bad news for food entrepreneurs.
- SBA Offers Training to Female Entrepreneurs
- The online training course is part of a government-wide initiative to help women-owned businesses win federal contracts.
- Obama To Increase Loans, Credit To Small Businesses
- The president says this initiative shifts the focus from Wall Street to stimulate small business growth.
- Fellowship Encourages Science Start-ups
- Kauffman Foundation offers internships and investor connections to help commercialize science and technology ideas.
- Subpar Broadband Stifling Small Businesses?
- The FCC estimates that it could cost more than $350 billion to wire the U.S. with high-speed Internet access.
- Will Tax Incentives Get You to Hire?
- Existing proposals of hiring tax credits to create new jobs have mixed political support and experts disagree over their efficacy.
- Is Entrepreneurship in Your Genes?
- Research suggests that entrepreneurial qualities are heritable, but does DNA determine your ability as an entrepreneur?
- Retail Consumers Shifting Gears
- A report finds that some industries are steadily fending off the recession, while new consumer values are emerging.
- Don't Be Afraid of Social Media
- With new social media platforms popping up all the time, many companies worry about missing a trend.
- Are Wages Increasing For The Employed?
- A recent report indicates higher earnings for those with jobs, but some say there's more to the numbers.
- Small Businesses Exempted from Emissions Law
- The EPA exempts businesses with greenhouse gas emissions of less than 25,000 metric tons per year under the Clean Air Act.
- Students Win Money for Best Business Plan
- NFTE selects the winners of it's annual youth entrepreneurship challenge; winners to meet President Obama.
- Small Businesses Are No Big Brother
- Inc.com Poll: Small businesses are less likely to monitor their employees' computer activities.
- Internet Users Object to Tailored Ads
- Study reveals bad news for companies that track online users in order to tailor advertising.
- Large Mergers Could Signal Onset of Middle-Market Deals
- Experts say the billion-dollar acquisitions represent a return of confidence in the economy.
- Big Business Eyes EMR Industry
- Corporations, such as Dell and GE, partner with small business pioneers to have a stake in the electronic medical records industry.
- How Business Travelers Can Avoid Swine Flu
- Experts say businesses and their employees must take precautions against the seasonal flu and the H1N1 virus on the road.
- Preventing Workplace Violence
- Experts say communication and employee appreciation are key to diffusing office tensions.
- Gen Y Entrepreneurs: More Likely to Succeed in Recession
- Youngsters are more optimistic about their companies' success during economic recovery.
- Business Owner, the Happiest Profession
- Poll finds that the self-employed have higher levels of well being than other workers.
- FCC Pushes For Net Neutrality Rules
- The new proposal restricts bandwidth rationing for ISPs but creates opportunities for app developers.
- Despite Budget Cuts, Schools Upgrade Classroom Technology
- Education technology companies report strong sales of interactive whiteboards even as many school districts face budget cuts.
- U.S. Commerce Secretary Announces Plan for Entrepreneurs
- Initiative to empower innovative entrepreneurs, Secretary Locke tells Inc. 500|5000 Conference attendees.
- From Filmmaker to Entrepreneur
- Independent filmmakers bypass distribution companies to maintain control of their projects.
- Business Question Answer Site Launches
- New start-up Bizmore aspires to be the Yahoo! Answers for SMBs.
- SBA is on YouTube?
- The Small Business Administration launched a channel on YouTube to reach technology-savvy entrepreneurs.
- New Web Privacy Rules May Cost e-Businesses
- A proposed online privacy bill would protect consumers, but could also hurt small businesses.
- Baucus Bill Would Not Obligate Businesses to Offer Insurance
- Companies with more than 50 employees that did not provide coverage would be expected to reimburse the government.
- Marketers Learn to Talk Like a Pirate
- Move over Halloween. Businesses are turning International Talk Like a Pirate Day into a marketing bonanza.
- Adobe Will Acquire Omniture
- In a marriage of "art and science," Omniture, the web analytics technology company, will be acquired by Adobe for $1.8 billion.
- Most Businesses Unprepared For Swine Flu Outbreak
- A Harvard survey exposes a lack of preparation in the business community and vulnerabilities in the workforce of smaller companies.
- Back to Basics for the Back-to-School Push
- As retailers struggle this season, smaller businesses may have a slight advantage.
- No Cash for Those Clunkers?
- Dealerships are still waiting for the government to reimburse them for the cash for clunkers program.
- $1.1 Billion for Green Tech and IT
- Khosla Ventures raises the largest amount of VC since 2007 to invest in clean technology and IT companies.
- Oprah Uses Her Midas Touch on Chicago
- Oprah's taping of her 24th season premiere brought crowds to businesses on Chicago's Magnificent Mile.
- Is the Recession Draining the U.S. of its Talent?
- In a poor job market, American graduates are seeking jobs on foreign soil.
- Should CEOs Multitask?
- New research suggests that juggling phone calls, e-mail, and other forms of media may do more harm than good.
- Is the Beer Business Recession-Proof?
- For some small brewers, maybe. While big names like Anheuser-Busch InBev are seeing a dip in sales, business is booming for craft beer makers.
- Online B2B Marketplaces: Should You Dive In?
- Business-to-business marketplaces are proliferating on the Web. Here's how to tell a site is right for you.
- They Make Money While You Sleep
- Three young inventors dream up a smart alarm clock that helps people sleep better.
- The Mac Suits Up
- Apple continues its efforts to lure businesses with its new operating system, Snow Leopard.
- With Gmail Down, Users Turn to Twitter
- Google's popular free e-mail service experiences a rare disruption.
- EMC founder Richard Egan Dies
- EMC Corp. founder Richard Egan, a pioneering entrepreneur in the field of data storage known for his hyper-competitive personality, died on August 28 at the age of 73.
- During the Downturn, Don't Scrimp on Security
- The recession may have taken a bite out of your IT budget, but now is not the time to get lax about data protection.
- Should Your Company Switch to Online Banking?
- Many small businesses are still using paper checks sent through the mail to settle their accounts. But online banking can save time and effort, and improve cash flow.
- First-Time Claims for Jobless Benefits on the Rise
- Numbers are bad news for retailers hoping for more consumer spending.
- Using Work Tools for Personal Stuff?
- The boundaries between work and personal life blur as employees sign onto Facebook at work and access company systems from home.
- California: Can I Pay You in IOUs?
- The Golden State may finally be ready to pay small businesses back the IOUs they issued for services.
- Which Cell Phone Is Smartest for Business?
- How do you choose between not only BlackBerry and iPhone, but Google's Android, Windows Mobile, Palm Pre and others?
- National Minority Enterprise Development Week Kicks Off
- The Minority Business Development Agency predicts the majority of small businesses to be minority-run in under 35 years.
- The Traits of an Entrepreneur
- A new entrepreneurship study conducted by Ace Hardware reveals that many small business owners think that, when it comes to the secret of their success, hard work trumps a background in business or finance.
- Is the U.S. Entrepreneurial Self-Image Skewed?
- Experts agree that the United States has a proportionally low number of small businesses and rate of self-employment, but they disagree as to why.
- Hiring Rebounds in August
- A new survey of human resource professionals suggests a gradual improvement in the labor market.
- Intuit Supports Local Business
- Winners of the Love a Local Business sweepstakes receive free money and business software.
- Business Owners Cutting Pay
- A SurePayroll Scorecard finds paychecks have dropped over $2,000 annually.
- Amid the Downturn, Some Companies Thrived
- Inc.’s 28th annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America reveals broad economic trends and a positive outlook.
- Crowdsourcing for Small Businesses
- Using open innovation to solve targeted problems can help small companies compete with their larger competitors.
- Clamoring for Foreign Capital
- Start-ups stymied by traditional means of raising capital are turning to foreign investors seeking citizenship.
- Business Owners Weary of Cap and Trade
- Although supporters say the policy will help fight global warming, some contend that cap-and-trade legislation could provide a dangerous new commodities market and higher energy costs for businesses.
- Study Sheds Light on Immigrants' Impact in Technology
- Sixteen percent of fast-growing technology firms have at least one immigrant founder, with most coming from India, according to an SBA study.
- A Father's Cause Aids Disabled Entrepreneurs
- One Florida man's efforts to establish a business network for persons with disabilities is expanding to a national level.
- Seniors Starting Most Businesses
- Americans age 65 and over are electing to employ themselves at a faster rate than any other age group.
- Middle America Coming Out of the Recession?
- Of the 20 strongest metro areas in the United States, 14 lie between the Mississippi River and New Mexico.
- 7 Ways to Secure Your Email
- Businesses have come to rely on e-mail these days, but your messages may not be as private as you think.
- Perception Isn't Everything to Shoppers
- Prices affect consumer opinions, but a new study reveals a less predictable correlation.
- Lights Out For Incandescents?
- Small businesses are trying to resuscitate the incandescent bulb, but can it compete with CFLs?
- Small Business Bankruptcies Double
- The transportation, construction, and manufacturing industries buckle under bankruptcies.
- Give Your Thumbs a Break
- E-mailing and texting can help get work done -- but too much typing on a smartphone can take a physical toll.
- Use Twitter to Find Customers
- Most businesses think of Twitter as a promotional tool, but it can also be used to find sales leads.
- Administration Committed to Innovation
- Congress passes legislation to reauthorize the SBIR and STTR programs.
- Auto Sales Bolster Overall Retail
- Retail sales were on the rise for the second consecutive month in June, as a result of climbing automotive and gasoline sales.
- Obama's 504 Loan Helping Businesses Expand
- Small business owners take advantage of refinancing expansion loans and lower fees.
- CIT Group Gets Last Minute Save
- One of the nation's largest lenders to small and midsize businesses is being saved - by its own bondholders.
- Business Owners Plan to Grow Despite the Recession
- A recent poll suggests that small business owners are optimistic.
- Are CEOs Connected?
- Why business owners should be taking advantage of social networking sites as a business tool.
- Supreme Court to Confront Alleged Bankruptcy Abuse
- Lawyers are appealing a 2005 law that bars them from giving clients bankruptcy advice.
- Green Economy Blooms
- A recent study reveals substantial growth in clean energy jobs.
- Online Bartering Grows
- Bartering generally increases during a recession, but some websites are making it even more popular.
- Do You Take This Co-worker to be Your Lawfully Consensual Partner?
- The rise of attempted wrongful termination suits leads employers to issue love contracts.
- Lenders Stingy with Small Business Loans
- Although small business loans decreased last year, micro-lending was on the rise.
- New ARC Loan May Help Starving Businesses
- Critics say the $35,000 loans aren't enough to help the vast majority of small businesses, while lenders grumble over the paperwork.
- Rosetta Stone CEO Named Executive of the Year
- CEO Tom Adams receives an award from the American Business Awards.
- Small Business Not Left Out of Health-Care Reform
- With the possible adoption of a national exchange program comes the benefits of buying in bulk.
- Green Tech Transforms the Auto Industry
- Small businesses with innovative green tech ideas can break into the industry, analysts say.
- Two Entrepreneurs Plan for Higher Energy Costs
- Manufacturers Bill Latham and Arthur Pascuzzi, both hit hard by previous spikes in energy costs, have permanently incorporated energy-saving strategies into their company culture.
- Kids Build Profitable iPhone App
- Two young brothers turn their school math lessons into an iPhone app.
- Road Warriors' Bloopers Revealed
- Survey finds that even veteran business executives spill food and mispronounce clients' names.
- You Deserve it, Take a Vacation
- Despite the recession, more than half of business owners will take a hard-earned vacation this summer.
- Tesla Receives Funding Despite Troubles
- As Tesla Motors' founders battle it out, the company is approved for a $465 million-loan from the U.S. Department of Energy.
- Can Entrepreneurship Crack the Glass Ceiling for Asians?
- Entrepreneurs make up half the Asian American CEOs at top Bay Area firms, but mid-level managers face a tougher climb.
- Taxi Cab Confessions? Extortion Scheme Alleged
- Las Vegas strip clubs were allegedly forced to pay kickbacks to cabbies for customers.
- More Start-ups in Low-Growth Industries
- More people are creating businesses in low-income-potential sectors during the recession.
- International Trade Could Boost Small Business
- Bill could create jobs and stimulate the domestic economy through increased international export.
- Where in the World is Kogi Korean BBQ?
- A young restaurant is capitalizing on Twitter to advertise its traveling trove of Korean BBQ; others are jumping on the bandwagon.
- Supreme Court Reexamines Patent Laws
- A reversal of the earlier decision that business methods are not patentable could likely change the face of business.
- Xbox Live Leaves Indie Developers in the Cold
- Xbox will be even more socially connected, come autumn, but will smaller game developers be let in on the action? Probably not.
- Whatever You Do, Don't Call it a Search Engine
- New question-answering sites, such as Wolfram Alpha, seek to differentiate themselves from the Google's of the world.
- NSBA Names Advocate of the Year
- Thomas C. Pitrone, CEO of The Integrity Group, is honored for his commitment to fighting for small business rights.
- How Much Is Your Business Worth?
- Most entrepreneurs don't know the true value of their business, report finds.
- Will Your Business Plan Attract VCs?
- A recent study finds that business plans have little to do with venture capitalists' investment decisions.
- No More Annual Raises?
- Companies are saying goodbye to automatic raises and compensating based on performance.
- Two IPOs Beat the Odds
- OpenTable and SolarWinds go public and see their initial public offerings soar.
- Will SBA Be Kinder to VC Industry?
- New SBA chief counsel for advocacy may open up grants to companies with VC investors, if confirmed.
- Troubled Manufacturers and Suppliers Stick Together
- Manufacturers are slightly more concerned about the effect of the recession on their suppliers than they are about themselves.
- Are You Paying Too Much for Energy?
- Some states, such as Hawaii and New York, are charging an arm and a leg for energy. Find out which states charge the most for energy.
- Gay Marriage Bad News for Small Business?
- RNC Chairman Michael Steele says the legalization of gay marriage would hurt small business, but some advocacy groups aren't so sure.
- SBA Recognizes Best Lenders to Small Business
- Lenders praised for keeping businesses going during the credit crunch.
- Thrifty Consumers Turn to Store Brands
- The recession offers a boost to private-label manufacturers of store brands.
- Fix-it Entrepreneurs See Increased Business
- These businesses are benefiting from the consumer trend of repairing rather than buying new items.
- Justice Department Gets Tough on Monopolies
- New administration overturns relaxed Bush-era policy.
- New Credit Card Regulations Good for Small Business
- Although the majority of small business owner applaud the bill, some are skeptical.
- Mom-in-Chief a Six-Figure Job
- New survey suggests that a mother's responsibilities and skills can transfer into high paying jobs.
- Do You Have an Office Bully Problem?
- Workplace bullies can stunt productivity and kill employee morale.
- Beauty on a Budget
- Entrepreneurs selling discount beauty products get a boost from econochic women.
- Biotech Start-up Wins Global Moot Corp
- Novophage Theraputics from Boston University hopes to market technology that slows resistence to antibiotics.
- Economy Got You Stressed?
- Experts suggest ways for CEOs to relax during the recession.
- Survival of the Fittest for Online Retailers
- The recession is creating a dog eat dog environment for e-tailers.
- Renegotiate That Contract
- Business owners toss previously-negotiated agreements out the window to bargain for reduced prices.
- Report: Workers' Needs Vary By Age
- Study suggests that keeping wary workers engaged may be as simple as granting flextime or approving a title change.
- Entrepreneurs Looking for Green Vendors
- Small business owners seek out green vendors with competitive prices and make other small 'green' changes.
- A Generation of Multitaskers
- Study finds generational gap between how younger and older employees use the Internet at work.
- Survey: Owners Toughened by Recession
- Entrepreneurs think the recession is making them better business owners.
- StartupNation Recognizes Mom Entrepreneurs
- Mom and founder of Fabulously40.com wins the first annual 2009 Leading Moms in Business competition.
- Sole Proprietors Make Less But Pay Less Taxes
- Report examines the impact of taxes on various corporate structures.
- War of the Sexes
- A recent survey indicates firms led by men are outperforming those led by women.
- Study: Green Measures Face New Scrutiny
- A recent survey reveals that small businesses are struggling to maintain green initiatives.
- AARP Launching Benefits Program
- Benefits program, which is aimed at entrepreneurs over 50, will encourage retirement savings.
- Online Coupon Sites Thriving
- As consumers cut their budgets, they're turning to the Internet for savings.
- Productive Workers Surf the Web
- A recent study reveals that employees who browse the internet for fun at work are more productive.
- Will Obama's Tax Hike Affect You?
- Experts say it won't apply to the majority of entrepreneurs.
- Immigrant Entrepreneurs Excel in Technical Industries
- A study finds that skilled immigrants are leading innovation and creating jobs and wealth.
- The Competence-Confidence Disconnect
- A new study warns of placing too much weight on interviews when hiring.
- Stimulus Bill Encourages Broader Unemployment Benefits
- Changes to benefit low-wage, women, and part-time workers.
- Will Algae Make Green for Small Businesses?
- Algae-based biofuel may finally have real market value as an innovative alternative fuel.
- Angels Are Still Interested
- Private investors may be giving less but they don't plan to stop investing.
- CEOs Say No to Cutting Benefits
- Small business owners say benefits help to retain top talent.
- Power Moms
- The Wealthiest Entrepreneurs Splurge on Space Travel
- Businessmen can't get enough of the International Space Station.
- Direct Deposit Pays Off
- A new report finds that employers save through paperless payments.
- New Start for Women's Procurement Program
- Recent legislation stops controversial Bush-era rules.
- COBRA: Good for Workers; Trouble for Small Businesses
- Recent COBRA changes could seriously impact those companies doing layoffs.
- Paying Too Much in Credit Card Processing Fees?
- New website aims to help business owners compare merchant processing services.
- Marketing Lessons from the Lemonade Stand
- A simple Stanford Business School study tests which marketing strategies work best.
- Manufacturers Hit by Housing Fallout
- Sectors touched by real estate and residential construction performed the worst last year, study finds.
- Is Wal-Mart Killing Your Business?
- The best strategies for small business owners struggling to compete with the discount giant.
- Wellness Programs Healthy Despite Cutbacks
- Work place health initiatives are one area where CEOs are not willing to make cuts.
- Public Access to Contracting Data Disputed
- The SBA and the ASBL go head-to-head on the public availability of federal contracting data.
- Small Businesses Slash Jobs
- But number of open positions suggests better times ahead.
- U.S. Trailing in Innovation and Competitiveness
- America is ranked sixth behind Singapore, Sweden and South Korea.
- What Employees Say Behind Your Back
- As money gets tight, employee loyalty becomes more important.
- Skyrocketing Job Bias Claims
- Discrimination filings have hit at an all-time high.
- Innovation: A Strategy for Survival
- Small business leaders are hard at work creating innovative strategies to save or grow their business during the recession.
- Dissatisfied with the Stimulus?
- A recent survey says that most Americans would rather use government funds to boost small business.
- The Treasury Department's Plan to Unlock Credit
- How the government plans to get credit flowing to small business again.
- Communication Lockdown
- Stonewalling makes workers anxious and unproductive, study finds.
- Bouncing Back from a Lay-Off
- The Kauffman Foundation offers an entrepreneurial training program for workers who have lost their jobs.
- Skilled Immigrants Returning Home
- Many U.S.-educated foreigners are returning home to start businesses.
- Small Businesses Not Advertising Online
- Owners are using the web to search for goods but not placing their own ads.
- Ad Spending Holds Up
- Recent data suggests that small businesses are still advertising.
- Best and Worst of Customer Service
- A recent list ranks industries according to customer satisfaction.
- Business Travelers Beware
- Don't want to land in the hospital? Here's what not to do on your next business flight.
- Small Business Closures: A Quiet Crisis
- A recent report reveals that small business loan defaults are up dramatically.
- Report: Downturn Delaying Retirement
- The recession exacerbates the existing trend toward older workers.
- No Regrets for Small Business Owners
- Despite recession, the vast majority would launch their businesses again.
- NY Weighs Tax Increase on Business Owners
- Lawmakers propose raising personal income tax rates for those making above $250,000 a year; could affect S corps.
- H-1B Visas: A Hot-Button Issue
- A new law and a new study refuel the H-1B debate.
- The Risks in Business Travel
- A recent survey says that most – but not all – companies plan for business travel catastrophes.
- Entrepreneurs Slash Their Salaries
- Owners are taking less money to keep from doing layoffs or closing their businesses.
- Small Business Optimism Continues to Fall
- Gloomy January indicators suggests recession will deepen in Q1.
- To Give or Not to Give
- Should firms owned by venture capitalists get small business grants?
- A Sticky Situation for Second-Hand Toy Stores
- How federal regulations to ensure safer playthings are hurting used toy shops and thrift stores.
- Patriot Express Program Gives $250M in Loans
- SBA initiative fast-tracks business loans for veterans and military spouses.
- Are Your Employees Happy?
- Recession affecting how employees look at their job.
- How Your Referral Can Backfire
- A recent survey reveals how references can ruin an applicant's job prospects.
- Western States Home to Most Startup Workers
- The West leads the country in percentage of their population employed by startup companies.
- Credit Card Holders Air their Grievances
- American Express hosts an Open Forum for business owners to voice their credit concerns.
- Ledbetter Law Will Increase Suits
- Bill extends the period for workers to sue former employers for pay discrimination.
- Report: Consumers Still Shopping Green
- Despite the recession, buyers are spending more for eco-friendly products.
- Relative Success
- Why family businesses may weather the recession better than other small businesses.
- Is Your Patent Safe?
- Supreme Court asked to hear a case that would determine whether business methods in any industry are patentable.
- President to Sign Stimulus Today
- After weeks of debate, negotiation and squabbling, the stimulus package will finally hit the street.
- Online Grocers Recession Proof?
- Cost-cutting consumers eat in and feed double digit growth.
- Recession Closing the Sex Gap in the Workforce?
- Women are on the brink of surpassing men as the majority of the workforce.
- How Important Are Startups to the Economy?
- Without the jobs new companies create, yearly employment growth would be negative.
- Valentine's Purchases Expected to Remain Steady
- Consumers won't be cheap about gifts for their sweetheart.
- The Recession Begets Innovation
- A recent survey says that as company budgets shrink, staff creativity flourishes.
- What Recession?
- A recent report lists the industries that actually did well in 2008.
- Report: Businesses Going Bankrupt
- There were more bankruptcies in 2008 than at any time since 2005, with company filings rising 50 percent.
- iPhone Apps For Business
- New applications allow the iPhone to compete with business-ready smart phones.
- Not Offering Healthcare Benefits?
- Increasing number of employers cite rising costs, tight profit margins as the reason.
- Dueling Statistics on Small Business Hiring
- One study reports that hiring dropped; another suggests that hiring is up.
- New Pres. Boosts Consumer Confidence
- But cautious spending expected for the foreseeable future.
- What's Your Grade?
- The Better Business Bureau now hands out letter grades: A + through F.
- Megabanks Denied Your Loan?
- Tapping community banks may be the best way to take advantage of falling interest rates.
- Report: Employees Snooping Around?
- A recent survey says that office eavesdropping has increased sharply.
- Global Entrepreneurs Remain Upbeat
- Small businesses trading internationally are most positive despite recession.
- Under the Weather and Overlooked
- Most managers don't realize how often their employees come in sick.
- China Surpasses Germany as Third-Largest Economy
- American businesses to face more competition but more opportunity.
- Poor Sales Replace Inflation as No. 1 Concern
- Economic angst causing sales to slump; business owners worried.
- The Upside of Hiring Now
- Why companies who can add employees now should.
- E-tailers: How to Beat the Competition
- Study finds that innovative sites are preferred by power shoppers.
- Silicon Valley: Poor Case Study for Entrepreneurship
- Most successful policies to stimulate entrepreneurship focus on local conditions.
- Report: Crisis Communication Up
- More employers are disclosing company financials to ease employee anxiety, a survey finds.
- Nation Could Lose Two Million More Jobs
- The labor market won't improve in the near future, a business research firm says.
- Businesses To Spend Less on Technology
- As the global recession deepens, businesses will cut their IT investments in 2009.
- Customers Seek Deep Discounts
- Retailers hurting from declining margins.
- Report: Small Businesses Slashing Jobs
- The recession is affecting employers of all sizes.
- Report: Employee Turnover Persists
- Despite a shrinking job market, many workers will quit their jobs this year, a study finds.
- Report: Small Businesses at Risk
- Slow sales and falling real estate values threaten companies.
- Report: Layoffs Leading to Data Theft
- Workers facing job losses would take company information with them, a new survey finds.
- Report: Small Business Still Advertising
- Companies will stick to current ad spending, according to a new survey.
- Payroll for Dummies
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Small Business Benefits Threatened
- Employers are expected to shift costs onto workers, health plan execs say.
- Landrieu to Head Small Business Committee
- The Louisiana senator says small businesses are key to the nation's economic recovery.
- Consumer Prices Plunging
- Cheaper energy caused the biggest drop in prices since the Great Depression, the government reports.
- Would You Buy a Car From These Guys?
- A survey finds most Americans would steer clear of bankrupt automakers.
- Industrial Production Down
- U.S. manufacturing has dropped to its slowest pace since the 1980s, the Federal Reserve reports.
- Angel Investing Down
- Market uncertainties are leading to fewer deals with startups, investors say.
- Health Care Spending Down
- As employees tighten their belts, many are cutting corners on health care, a survey finds.
- Recession Startups More Successful
- According to a new study, what doesn't kill your new business makes it stronger.
- Report: Veterans Corp Wasted Millions
- Officials used cash meant to support veteran-owned businesses for lavish dinners and bloated salaries, investigators say.
- Jobless Claims Hit New High
- Over 4.4 million Americans are now seeking unemployment benefits, the Labor Department reports.
- Only Connect
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Business Travel Budgets Cut
- More employers are putting lower costs ahead of comfort and convenience for business trips.
- Small Business Earnings Plunge
- Weaker sales are forcing owners to cut spending and draw down inventories, the NFIB says.
- Employers Scrapping Holiday Perks
- Fewer workers will be getting year-end bonuses or other gifts this season, HR managers say.
- More Job Losses Ahead
- The economy could lose three million jobs by mid 2009, the Conference Board says.
- Retailers Slash Ad Spending
- Amid weaker sales, storeowners are scaling back on advertising over the holidays.
- November Payrolls Plunge
- Cutbacks in the service sector pushed job losses to a 34-year high, the government reports.
- Mortgage Delinquencies Soar
- Amid rising job losses, more homeowners are falling behind on their payments, a report finds.
- Cyber Monday Sales Spike
- Online retailers report a stronger than expected start to the holiday shopping season.
- Work Cutting into Downtime
- Job insecurities have more Americans working longer hours, a survey finds.
- NASA Awards Small Business Contracts
- The space agency is providing $38 million to boost innovation at smaller tech firms.
- Small Employers Shed More Jobs
- Payrolls at small businesses fell to a seven-year low in November, ADP reports.
- Small Businesses Want Stimulus Bill
- A survey finds many employers are scrapping year-end bonuses and holiday parties.
- Let's Go Cheaper
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Wanted: More Accountants
- Finance experts are in demand as employers look to squeeze every penny, a survey finds.
- NBER: Economy in Recession
- The U.S. economy peaked a year ago and has been declining ever since, economists say.
- Online Spending Down
- Retailers are hoping the holidays will boost weaker online sales, comScore reports.
- Dialed In
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Kids Worried About the Economy
- The downturn has younger Americans expecting fewer gifts this holiday season, a survey finds.
- Report: Economy Ruins Party Mood
- Workplace holiday parties are a bellwether of economic conditions, research shows.
- Consumer Confidence Inches Up
- Lower gas prices helped ease inflation fears, boosting the long-term outlook on the economy, the Conference Board reports.
- U.S. Entrepreneurship Rate Down
- Fewer Americans are starting their own business, a study finds.
- Holiday Shoppers Going Online
- Web retailers hope to boost sales with free shipping and other deals, Shopzilla says.
- More Workers Taking Second Jobs
- As the holidays approach, many cash-strapped Americans are looking for an extra paycheck, a survey finds.
- Lenders: Credit Standards Tougher
- Small business owners are getting turned away by banks in greater numbers, lenders and policy experts say.
- Weak Black Friday Sales Expected
- Retailers are bracing for a disappointing start to the holiday shopping season, a survey finds.
- Green Home Market Growing
- An industry report says green construction will be a $140 billion industry by 2013.
- Businesses Call for Credit Relief
- Many owners worry federal efforts will come too late to save their businesses, a survey finds.
- Holiday Shoppers Bargain Hunting
- A survey shows more cash-strapped Americans will be shopping smarter this holiday season.
- Executives Getting Paid Less
- With the economy tanking, more companies are cutting top-level wages and stock options, a survey finds.
- New Products Going Unnoticed
- With all eyes on the economy, Americans aren't interested in trying out new products, a survey finds.
- Quicker Retail
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- CEO Optimism Dives
- Confidence among private company executives continues to slide as costs rise and credit markets tighten.
- Wholesale Prices Plunge
- Cheaper gas drove prices down for U.S. producers by the sharpest monthly decline in 22 years, the government reports.
- Inspiring Young Entrepreneurs
- As a worldwide recession looms, organizers of Global Entrepreneurship Week hope a younger generation of risk-takers will lead the recovery.
- Consumers: Service Beats Low Prices
- Even in a down economy, great customer service can boost sales, a study finds.
- Mark Cuban Charged With Insider Trading
- The SEC says the Dallas Mavericks owner dodged $750,000 in losses by selling shares in a search engine ahead of a discount stock offering.
- Thanksgiving Travel Plans Unscathed
- The souring economy won't keep Americans from visiting family over the holidays, a survey finds.
- Women CEOs Remain Optimistic
- A survey finds many of the nation's top women business leaders are anticipating growth next year.
- Baby Boomer CEOs Shunning Retirement
- A study finds older business owners are reluctant to step down without a clear successor in their family.
- Retail Sales Plummeting
- Economic fears pushed consumer spending to a record low in October, the government reports.
- Corporate VCs Facing Internal Hurdles
- Despite plenty of startups to invest in, gaining parent company approval isn't always easy, fund managers say.
- Report: Workplace Online Shopping Risky
- With the holiday season approaching, workers need to be aware of IT security threats, a trade group says.
- SBA Eases Lending Rules
- The federal small-business agency is allowing its lenders to offer a choice of interest rates.
- Economy Hurting Employee Morale
- A survey finds a growing number of U.S. workers are worried about losing their jobs.
- Green Travels
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Immigrants Launching More Businesses
- A new study finds immigrant-owned businesses generate more than $60 billion every year.
- Investor Confidence Down
- More wealthy Americans are pessimistic about the economy, a survey finds.
- Home Values Tanking
- Real estate experts say home equity will continue falling well into next year.
- Small Business Outlook Plunging
- Owners continue struggling with dismal earnings and tighter credit, a survey finds.
- Businesses Cutting Back on Travel
- With costs rising, companies are clamping down on unnecessary trips, a report finds.
- Consumer Outlook Grim
- A growing number of Americans believe the economy is getting worse, a survey finds.
- Retail Cargo Hits Four-Year Low
- Expecting weaker holiday sales, many store owners are trimming inventories, retailers say.
- Small Businesses Trim IT Spending
- Despite moves to cut costs, many owners are still looking to grow, a survey finds.
- Cost-Cutting More Strategic
- Having learned from past downturns, employers are taking a focused approach to staff reductions, a survey finds.
- Employee Confidence Down
- Most U.S. workers don’t expect to lose their jobs, but are worried about their prospects if they do, Spherion reports.
- Job Outlook Bleak
- Unemployment hits a 14-year high as job growth grinds to a halt, reports show.
- Jobless Claims Hit 25-Year High
- Some 3.5 million Americans are now collecting unemployment, the government reports.
- Poor Communication Hurts Morale
- Employees are happier when they are kept in the loop, a survey finds.
- Small-Business Aid Urged
- Lawmakers are calling on the SBA to provide emergency loans to struggling business owners.
- Entrepreneurs Undeterred by Crisis
- Many business owners say they would've launched ventures despite the shaky economy, a survey finds.
- AmEx Tips
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Small Business Hiring Slows
- By rolling back wages, smaller employers continued to create jobs last month, payroll data shows.
- U.S. Manufacturing Slows
- Output by factories and other goods producers slowed to a 26-year low last month, ISM reports.
- Web 2.0 Attracting Small Firms
- The number of small businesses using social networking is expected to double in the next year, a study finds.
- Owners: Environment Comes Second
- A survey finds most small businesses go green primarily to save cash, not the planet.
- Credit Card Issuers Struggling
- Rising unemployment and higher prices have more cardholders falling behind on payments, a report finds.
- Startups Relying on Loans and Savings
- A study finds entrepreneurs prefer risking their own money instead of turning to family members or investors.
- Retirement Savings Down
- To cope with the slumping economy, many Americans are neglecting their long-term savings.
- Spending Hits 28-Year Low
- The U.S. economy shrank over the third quarter as consumers cut spending, the government reports.
- SBA Loans Plummet
- The shaky economy is reducing demand for government-backed small business loans, the agency reports.
- Survival Tips from the Governator
- California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger to host a small-business conference to help owners cope with the economic crisis.
- Fewer Businesses Expect to Grow
- The economic crisis has many small-business owners reducing costs to retain current customers, a survey finds.
- Paper or Plastic?
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Workday Spending Down
- Facing an uncertain economy, more employees are packing a lunch and skipping office happy hour.
- Workers Heading to the Polls
- A survey finds most U.S. employees will be casting their ballots next month without missing work.
- Reservist Loans More Flexible
- A federal program makes loans more accessible for small-business owners called to active military duty.
- College Degrees Linked to Careers
- A study finds social science grads are more likely than business majors to be self-employed.
- Businesses Happier With Banks
- Before the Wall Street crisis, small-business owners were praising banks for better customer service, a survey finds.
- Workers Wasting Less Time
- A survey finds employees have cut back on surfing the Web and chatting on the phone at work.
- Small-Business Mood Tanking
- Owners say they're taking home less cash from their businesses, Discover reports.
- Businesses Beef Up Marketing
- Expecting weaker sales ahead, stores are planning big holiday promotions.
- Retailers Reducing Inventories
- The weaker economy has storeowners bracing for lackluster holiday sales.
- U.S. Economy Still Tops
- Despite the financial crisis, the U.S. economy remains the world's most competitive, the World Economic Forum says.
- Retailers Staffing Up for Holidays
- An expected sales slump has many store owners beefing up customer service to attract shoppers.
- Restaurant Owners Struggling
- More Americans are eating at home to curb household expenses, a survey finds.
- Business Owners Feeling Ignored
- Federal officials seem more concerned with saving Wall Street than helping small businesses, owners say.
- Feds Short on Contract Target
- Only three federal agencies met all their small-business contracting goals last year, the SBA reports.
- Raises Smaller than Expected
- Hit hard by the sluggish economy, employers are cutting back on pay hikes and bonuses, a survey finds.
- Unemployment Claims Up
- The impact of Hurricane Ike continues to linger on the job market, the government reports.
- Gift Cards Still Tops
- A survey finds holiday shoppers are planning to buy cheaper gift cards and redeem them faster.
- Calling the HR Hotline
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Businesses Cut Back on Travel
- Costs continue to rise as fewer travelers take to the skies, a report shows.
- More Workers Playing Hooky
- As most employers already suspect, "sick days" aren't always wasted on being sick, a survey finds.
- Unemployment Rising
- Employers are shedding payrolls to cope with tighter credit and weaker earnings.
- Holiday Shoppers Fear Online Fraud
- Though global in reach, identity theft is more prevalent in English-speaking countries, a study finds.
- More Workers Paying for Flu Shots
- Employers are shifting workplace health costs onto employees, a study shows.
- Some Business Owners Upbeat
- Despite the slowing economy, many entrepreneurs say their companies are doing just fine, a survey finds.
- Angel Investors More Cautious
- With exit options scarce, investors are putting more money into fewer ventures.
- Retailers Expect Weak Spending
- Christmas might be scarier than Halloween this year, retailers say.
- Businesses Focusing on Service
- To boost sales over a slower holiday season, small-business owners are ramping up customer service.
- Business Owners Changing Sides?
- As they head to the polls, many entrepreneurs are reconsidering party allegiances, a survey finds.
- Jobless Claims Ease
- The impact of recent storms on the job market is fading, but unemployment remains high.
- Consumers Scaling Back
- As the economy worsens, more Americans are staying home and watching television, a survey finds.
- Economy Takes Toll on Giving
- Small businesses are scaling back on charitable donations this year, a survey finds.
- Thinking Global
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Retail Sales Worst in Three Years
- With consumers watching their wallets, smaller retailers are focusing on high-end or cheaper goods.
- More Lawsuits Expected
- Business owners fear the uncertain climate will spur legal and regulatory disputes.
- Small-Business Outlook Hammered
- The Wall Street crisis stamped out gains in owner optimism last month, the NFIB reports.
- Weak Holiday Spending Expected
- The slumping economy will cut into consumer spending over the holidays, Deloitte reports.
- Self-Employed Bracing for Slump
- A survey finds smaller business owners feel ignored by Congress.
- Owners Shrug Off Insurance Risks
- For many small businesses, the cheaper premiums offered by self-insured groups outweigh dangers, a survey finds.
- MySpace Targets Small Business Ads
- The social networking giant unveils a low-cost do-it-yourself advertising tool.
- Small-Business Watchdog Resigns
- After seven years of fighting federal rules, Thomas Sullivan steps down as chief council of the SBA's advocacy office.
- CEOs Tight-Lipped on Crisis
- Lacking info, many workers fear the worst from recent economic turmoil, a survey finds.
- IPO Market Declines Continue
- Investors are taking a wait and see approach to the economy, market watchers say.
- Ads Targeting Value for Money
- With consumers watching their budgets over the holidays, retailers plan to focus on deals.
- Hazardous Waste Rules Eased
- The move aims at encouraging small businesses to recycle industrial by-products.
- Jobseekers Outpacing Jobs
- The latest government figures show three unemployed Americans for every new job opening.
- Entrepreneurs Gather in France
- A global meeting of business leaders and policymakers seeks to boost entrepreneurship.
- Guilt-Free Giving
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Consumers Tightening Their Belts
- Forced to cut spending, Americans are feeling better about managing their finances.
- Jobseekers Adopting New Tactics
- As the labor market gets tougher, job applicants are trying new tricks to stick out from the crowd, a survey says.
- Private Firms Slashing CEO Pay
- With turmoil on Wall Street, employers are reining in top-level salaries, a survey finds.
- Fewer Small Businesses for Sale
- Owners are waiting for the economy to improve before putting their companies on the market, BizBuySell reports.
- Investors: Banks Failing to Communicate
- Financial firms aren't keeping customers in the loop, a survey finds.
- Retailers Facing Markdowns
- Tighter credit and weaker spending have store owners struggling with inventories.
- Schumer Calls for Emergency Business Loans
- Despite the $700 billion bailout, banks are freezing credit for small businesses, the New York Senator says.
- Hiring Freeze Expected
- Employers are reining in hiring plans as the nation's economy falters, recruiters say.
- Small Firms Applaud Bailout
- The $700 billion-plus Wall Street rescue package will help free up credit, small-business groups say.
- Workers Fear Lost Benefits
- The economic crisis has older employers worrying about retirement, a survey finds.
- Economy Top Concern for Small Firms
- A third of small-business owners see the uncertain economy as their biggest challenge, a survey finds.
- Venture-Backed IPOs Tanking
- Just one VC-backed company went public over the past two quarters, as investors wait for the market to rebound.
- The Economy This Week
- Wall Street crisis sours small-business mood; higher prices offset wage gains.
- Jobless Claims Keep Rising
- Last month's hurricanes sent more Americans to the unemployment office, the government reports.
- College Savings Down
- The slumping economy is making it tougher for parents to put aside college funds for their kids.
- Entrepreneurs to the Rescue?
- A survey finds Americans trust small businesses to solve the economic crisis, rather than Congress.
- Small-Business Payrolls Grow
- Despite the economic slowdown, smaller employers continue to hire, ADP reports.
- Retailers Pinched by Gas Shortage
- Storms in the Southeast have crippled supply lines, raising costs for gas station owners.
- Making IT Work
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- SBA Revamps Contracting Plan
- Despite changes, critics say a move to help women compete for federal contracts is still too limited.
- Consumer Outlook Bleak
- Turmoil on Wall Street is expected to burst an improved outlook on the economy, a survey shows.
- Businesses Bracing for Slump
- A survey finds small-business owners were expecting tougher times even before the Wall Street crisis.
- Consumer Spending Flat
- Wage gains last month were offset by higher prices, the government reports.
- Small-Business Mood Plummets
- More owners are worried about where the economy is headed, a survey finds.
- Consumer Mood Sours
- The worsening financial crisis burst rising expectations earlier this month, a survey finds.
- House Okays R&D Tax Credit
- The $60 billion package curbs oil industry tax breaks, a move the White House has threatened to veto.
- The Economy This Week
- Small firms brace for tighter credit; storms cause surge in jobless claims.
- Business Groups Mixed on Bailout
- The $700 billion plan to rescue Wall Street has smaller firms worried about footing the bill.
- Extra Credit
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Bleaker Outlook for Small Business
- Small-business owners are bracing for tighter credit conditions ahead, a survey finds.
- Student Debt Affecting Careers
- To pay off loans, college grads are putting wages over job satisfaction.
- Women Lawmakers Want Contracting Plan Scrapped
- A group of women Senators says a rule meant to boost federal contracting for women is too little, too late.
- Employers Guarding Top Talent
- As the economy sputters, business owners say retaining the best workers is crucial.
- Bad Rules Sought for Review
- The SBA advocacy office is seeking bids for a list of faulty small-business regulations.
- Study: Singapore Tops for Startups
- The World Bank says Central Asia and Eastern Europe lead the world in pro-business reforms.
- Online Retailers Optimistic
- Consumers looking for deals on the Web are giving e-commerce a boost, a new report says.
- Job Security Fears Rising
- More workers are worried about having to find another job, a survey finds.
- Recession School
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Jobseekers Vetted With Short Contracts
- Employers say offering temporary work allows them to better evaluate job candidates.
- Consumer Mood Up
- Americans are more confident about the economy and their finances, a survey finds.
- Friendlier Skies
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- IT Employment Booming
- With the overall job market declining, employers hired IT staff at a record pace last month.
- Small-Business Optimism Improves
- More owners expect the economy to pick up in the months ahead, a survey finds.
- Slower Hiring Ahead
- Most U.S. employers aren't planning to create any more new jobs this year, a survey finds.
- Employees Fret Over Savings
- Rising prices are prompting more Americans to cut spending, a survey finds.
- Worker Confidence Inches Up
- The nation's employees were feeling better about the economy last month, Spherion reports.
- Unemployment Hits Five-Year High
- Over half a million Americans lost their jobs in August, the Labor Department reports.
- Small-Business Outlook Improves
- Hard times at larger corporations are boosting business for small firms, a survey finds.
- The Economy This Week
- Small-business employment growth slows; chain store sales steady.
- Small-Business Job Growth Eases
- Smaller employers last month created new jobs at roughly half of July's pace, ADP reports.
- Online Job Demand Steady
- After a slump in July, employers posted more job ads in August, the Conference Board reports.
- Employees Saving Less
- More workers are living paycheck to paycheck, a survey finds.
- Business Bargains
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Finance Workers Worried About Jobs
- CFOs, treasurers and cash managers are getting smaller bonuses and fewer promotions, a survey finds.
- IT Budgets Shrinking
- Higher gas prices are putting the squeeze on corporate technology spending, IT managers say.
- Salary Expectations Lower
- The weaker economy has jobseekers settling for less, a survey finds.
- Consumers Spending Less
- After getting a boost from tax rebate checks, Americans had less cash in their pockets last month, the government reports.
- Small Firms Shirking Health Coverage
- A majority of uninsured Americans work for small employers, payroll firm says.
- The Economy This Week
- Small-business outlook continues to improve; jobless claims inch down.
- More Workers Telecommuting
- Gas prices and high-tech tools have more employees working remotely, a survey finds.
- Business School Applications Surge
- Nearly a quarter million applicants took an MBA admissions test this year, school officials say.
- Accounting On the Go
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Paycheck Gains Smaller Than Expected
- Budgets for salary increases have fallen below four percent, the Conference Board reports.
- Workers Fret Over Gas Prices
- A survey finds prices at the pumps are a bigger concern than unemployment.
- Small Business Mood Improves
- Despite a more positive outlook, owners continue to worry about cash flow, a survey finds.
- Consumer Outlook Picks Up
- After hitting bottom this year, confidence in the U.S. economy improves, the Conference Board reports.
- Fewer People Die on the Job
- Overall work-related fatalities fell by 6 percent last year, while homicides increased by 13 percent, according to new research.
- High Gas Prices Affecting Labor Day Travel Plans
- More vacationers are opting for a bus or a train, AAA estimates.
- Bosses: Surfing the Web OK
- Advertising and marketing executives give the green light to goofing off online, according to a new survey.
- Gas Prices Not Affecting Commuting Habits
- Most Americans still drive to work, although a majority are cutting back on other spending.
- Online Recruiting More Popular
- More hiring managers are looking for job candidates online, but referrals are still the most trusted tool.
- Business Advertising Remains Strong
- Many small and midsize businesses plan to boost their campaigns over the next year.
- Hiring 2.0
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Small-Businesses Lack Retirement Plans
- A survey finds many employers don't have 401(k) plans in place.
- Talent Shortage Looming
- With baby boomers poised to retire, employers need to start planning for the future, experts say.
- Accountants: Economy in Recession
- A survey of CPAs finds most have a grim outlook on the economy.
- Smaller Firms Vulnerable to Fraud
- Check tampering and other schemes snatch $200,000 from small-business coffers every year, experts say.
- The Economy This Week
- Small-business optimism continues to fade; retail sales down.
- Small Firms Unprepared for Blackouts
- Despite occasional electrical outages, few small-business owners have backup power, a survey finds.
- Health-Care Costs Easing
- Workplace wellness programs may be reining in rising costs, a survey finds.
- Getting Around Fees
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Workplaces More Competitive
- Rivalries between co-workers are heating up, sparked by fears over job security, a survey finds.
- Small-Business Mood Fades
- Weaker earnings and spending plans kept optimism at recession levels in July, a survey finds.
- Employers Covering Tuition, Training
- A survey finds most companies support workers' educational and professional development.
- Study: E-mail Use Dropping
- A survey finds the rise of social networking is making e-mail marketing efforts less effective.
- Study: Business IT Spending to Grow
- Small businesses are expected to spend $280 billion on information and communications technology by 2012.
- U.S. Firms Lag in Biz Intel
- A survey finds companies in smaller nations are quicker to adopt high-tech corporate intelligence.
- Oil Prices Rattling Execs
- A survey finds CFOs planning to cut travel and boost energy efficiency.
- Second-Quarter Productivity Slips
- Worker output eases as employers reduce payrolls and working hours to offset rising costs, the government reports.
- Employers Embrace Online Training
- A survey finds Web 2.0 is lagging behind online training as a workplace tool.
- Survey: Women Still Paid Less
- Women workers say men are getting preferential treatment from employers.
- The Economy This Week
- Small-business payrolls rebound in July; personal income and savings decline.
- Feds Bust Retail Hacking Ring
- More than 41 million credit and debit card numbers were lifted from OfficeMax, Barnes & Nobles and other retailers, officials say.
- Custom-made Social Networks
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Small-Business Hiring Picks Up
- As payrolls grow, wages continue to fall, national payroll data shows.
- Energy Costs Hitting Self-Employed
- Even the smallest businesses are raising prices and reducing travel, a survey finds.
- Telecommuting On the Rise
- Most employers expect the number of remote workers to increase, a survey finds.
- Income Growth Eases in June
- Higher prices are driving up spending, as disposable income and personal savings continue to decline.
- Execs Struggling with Data
- Many businesses risk penalties for losing track of electronically stored documents, Deloitte reports.
- Eight Million Entrepreneurs Served
- SCORE, the nationwide resource for budding small-business owners, marks a 44-year milestone.
- Recruiters: Lying on Resumes Common
- Employers say they seldom hire jobseekers that embellish their qualifications.
- Stress-Free Payroll
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- IT Spending Down
- Market watchers expect demand to decline for the rest of the year.
- The Economy This Week
- Small-business and consumer outlook improves; private-sector payrolls rebound.
- Committee Approves R&D Bill
- New legislation offers billions in federal grants to small businesses, including those already backed by venture capital.
- Consumers Curb Spending
- Higher prices have more Americans watching their spending habits, a survey finds.
- Small Business Payrolls Rebound
- Private-sector job growth in July was led by firms with fewer than 50 employees, ADP reports.
- Survey: Confidence in Banks Strong
- Despite financial sector woes, small-business owners stand behind their local banks.
- Consumer Outlook Improves
- Following sharp declines, confidence in the U.S. economy inched up in July, the Conference Board reports.
- VC Returns Decline
- The slumping IPO market has investors waiting longer to cash in on start-up funding.
- Mixed Media Reviews
- A study finds journalists aren't paying enough attention to smaller businesses.
- Small-Business Optimism Up
- Fewer owners are reporting cash-flow problems this month, a survey shows.
- Small-Business Mood Brightens
- Owners and workers are upbeat about conditions in their own market, a study finds.
- The Economy This Week
- Leading indicators fall on rising jobless claims; gas prices ease for second week.
- Weaker Dollar Attracting Execs
- While tougher on domestic firms, the cheaper U.S. dollar is drawing more foreign business leaders to the states.
- Pay Raises Hold Steady
- Despite economic uncertainties, good workers can expect a bigger paycheck next year, a survey finds.
- 'Spam King' Gets Four Years
- The head of a marketing firm that sent millions of spam e-mails is convicted of mail fraud.
- Minimum Wage Hike Reignites Debate
- Opponents say small employers are already struggling with weaker sales and rising costs.
- Dealing With IT
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Investors: IPO Slump to Continue
- A survey finds venture capitalists are holding onto start-ups longer before taking them public.
- Back-to-School Spending Up
- Many families are using tax rebate checks to buy electronics, retailers say.
- More Young People in Debt
- The credit crunch is putting the squeeze on younger Americans, a survey finds.
- Business Owners Working Harder
- The downturn in the economy has entrepreneurs keeping a closer watch on their business.
- Credit-Card Fee Bill Advances
- New legislation requires Visa and MasterCard to negotiate fees charged to retailers.
- Women: Re-entering Workforce Easy
- A survey finds most women have no trouble returning to work after a leave of absence.
- Iowa Cracks Down on 'Contractors'
- A taskforce will target employers who misclassify workers to avoid paying taxes and benefits.
- The Economy This Week
- Inflation fears continue to spread; tax rebate checks fail to boost retail sales.
- Rising Costs Cut into Savings
- Even with rebate checks, consumers are putting less money away, a survey finds.
- Back-To-School Spending Boost?
- A survey of moms finds many are heading to big box stores this year.
- Report: SBA Program Mismanaged
- Companies are bilking the feds out of millions in contracts meant for small businesses in poor neighborhoods, investigators say.
- Career Shoppers
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Smaller Firms Web Savvy
- A study finds Inc. 500 companies are outpacing larger corporations in social media use.
- Inflation Fears Spreading
- With small firms already fretting about higher costs, consumer prices surge by a 26-year high.
- June Retail Sales Weak
- Consumers are using extra cash from tax rebate checks to offset higher gas and food prices, retailers say.
- Study: Some Jobs Recession Proof
- Despite a weaker economy, demand for nurses, sales reps, and software developers remains high.
- Small-Business Funding Boost
- The Senate approves an extra $107 million for federal small business programs.
- Study: Innovation a Group Effort
- More businesses are relying on public sector help to develop innovative products.
- More Women Going Bankrupt
- A survey finds women are declaring bankruptcy at higher rates than men.
- Survey: Workplace Backstabbing Common
- Competitive industries are full of corporate climbers looking to succeed at a co-worker's expense, executives say.
- Workers Question Diversity Efforts
- Many employees still complain of age, gender and race discrimination on the job, a survey finds.
- The Economy This Week
- Inflation fears rising among small-business owners; fewer companies going public.
- Study: Retiring Harder on Women
- Lower income and a longer lifespan are forcing women to save more than men, a study finds.
- Women Entrepreneur Blog Launched
- The new site features a roster of leading women business owners.
- Even Easier Shipping
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- IPOs Hit 30-Year Low
- As fewer venture-backed firms go public, market watchers warn of a growing crisis for startups.
- DOI Contracts Miscoded
- Investigators find $5.7 million in small-business contracts went to Home Depot, Dell and other corporate giants.
- Small Businesses Selling For More
- With valuations on the rise, buyers are paying closer to asking prices.
- Brain Drain Worries Employers
- Expanding global markets have businesses concerned about losing workers to competing nations, a survey finds.
- Inflation Fears Grip Small Business
- Higher selling prices aren't enough to offset rising costs, owners say.
- Sales Compensation More Complex
- Global markets are making it tougher to use compensation plans to boost performance, a survey finds.
- Small-Business Wages Dip
- More employers are hiring contractors to cut costs, a survey finds.
- Businesses Falling Short of Privacy Laws
- Shredding consumer data isn't enough under tougher federal and state requirements, experts say.
- The Economy This Week
- Small-business optimism hits record low; gas prices continue to creep up.
- More Help for Disaster Victims
- Amid severe floods in the Midwest, the feds raise the cap on emergency small-business loans.
- Totes From Trash
- TerraCycle and Kraft have joined forces to turn used packaging into purses, backpacks and other products.
- Small-Business Job Growth Eases
- Service-sector employers shed jobs for the first time in seven years, payroll data shows.
- Global Etiquette Training
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Businesses Enlisted to Combat Poverty
- A U.N. study urges the private sector to foster partnerships with the world's poor.
- Online Job Ads Flat
- Employment declines are expected to continue through summer, the Conference Board says.
- Going Green Too Costly
- Businesses owners still cite costs as the biggest obstacle to creating a greener workplace.
- Restaurant Owners Wary
- Despite an upturn in business last month, most owners are expecting a tough year ahead.
- Small-Business Mood Declines
- A growing number of business owners feel the economy is getting worse, a survey finds.
- Stimulus Checks Boost Spending
- Consumer spending rose in May at the sharpest rate in nine months, the government reports.
- Education Gap Growing
- A group of economists says lackluster American schools are threatening global competitiveness.
- Commerce Official Tapped for SBA
- President Bush appoints a former corporate consultant to lead the federal small-business agency.
- Few Woman-Owned Firms Looking Abroad
- A survey finds women business owners aren't making the most of the global marketplace.
- The Economy This Week
- Small-business owners cut spending; existing home sales improve.
- Facebook Gets Down to Business
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Top Teenage Girl Entrepreneurs Named
- The founder of a Louisiana dance company is awarded $10,000 to invest in business or college.
- Business Owners Curb Spending
- The slower economy has small employers watching their pocketbooks.
- Consumer Mood Plummets
- The weaker job market is causing a freefall in economic confidence, a survey shows.
- Massachusetts Tops Tech Rankings
- The state's science and technology sector leads the nation in R&D, a study reports.
- Smartphone Spending Up
- Nearly a third of U.S. small-business owners use a Blackberry or other mobile device to check e-mail.
- Fast-Growth Firms Boosting Economy
- Less than five percent of all businesses account for economic gains, a study finds.
- Health Care Still Top Concern
- Small-business owners continue to cite health costs as their biggest challenge, a survey shows.
- Higher Prices Cutting Into Savings
- Rising food and gas prices have Americans dipping into their retirement funds, a survey finds.
- Vectra Bank, Loomis Fargo to Secure Currency
- SafePoint currency security features an electronic safe and cash management tools.
- Trend Micro Launches E-Mail Encryption Solution
- The new solution offers automated policy-based encryption for e-mails.
- OfficeMax More Eco-Friendly
- The store now using 100 percent post-consumer recycled paper in self-serve copiers.
- BakBone Releases Data Protection Solution
- The new tool combines open-source economics with enterprise-class functionality.
- Acer Unveils Reseller Program
- Partners can receive three percent rebates on TravelMate and Extensa notebooks.
- The Economy This Week
- Leading indicators improve; energy costs continue to boost producer wholesale prices.
- Boomers Taking on Second Careers
- Many Americans are shunning retirement to pursue social goals and extra income, a study finds.
- Nortel, IBM Deliver Unified Communications
- The solution offers converged communications and desktop applications.
- WD Launches Storage System
- RAID-based system automatically stores content to maximize data safety.
- SupportSoft, TuringSMI Sign Distributor Agreement
- TuringSMI will market SupportSoft's Accelerator support automation solution.
- Absolute Software Releases Security Solution
- The new tool features a powerful data delete service.
- SkillSoft, EMC To Offer Storage Technology Course
- The STF e-learning provides training in Securing Storage and other tools.
- Domain Name Scam Busted
- A Canadian firm is accused of charging millions in fake registration fees.
- In-Flight Networking
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Bankruptcies Rising Among Seniors
- A lack of financial planning is putting more retirees at risk, research shows.
- Movers Expecting Busy Summer
- As they relocate for work, more homeowners are becoming renters, a survey finds.
- Microsoft Boosts Hosted Messaging and Collaboration
- The upgrade offers integrated communications for small businesses.
- Avalon Launches Flash Drive
- The new drive is compatible with most operating systems.
- Pingo Reduces Rates
- The discounts offer savings for small-business phone service.
- PlateSpin Repackages Disaster Recovery Solution
- New options for Forge can protect 10 or more server workloads.
- Health Costs Hitting Smallest Firms
- Micro-business workers are paying a growing share of their health coverage, a survey finds.
- Survey: Bosses Talk Too Much
- One-sided communications keeps managers out of touch with workers, researchers say.
- InfoVista Launches Partner Program
- The new program will help resellers establish new sales channels.
- Microsoft, Nortel Deliver Hosted Unified Communications
- The joint solution offers real-time communications tools.
- Verizon to Expand FiOS Customer Base
- The expanded services extend to strip malls, street-level shops and small offices.
- Regus Introduces Businessworld Membership Card
- The card offers access to professional day offices and business lounges worldwide.
- Microsoft, Concentric to Offer Hosted E-mail
- The tool combines Office Outlook with Concentric's applications hosting platform.
- Cheaper Gifts for Dads
- A survey finds consumers are planning to spend less on Father's Day..
- Small Business Lending Up
- Banks say the nation's small-business owners took out more loans last year.
- Taleo Upgrades Recruiting Tool
- The new tool let’s employers use social networks to source talent.
- Infor Launches New CRM Solution
- The application features a global calendar and shared marketing repository.
- Sage Software Introduces ERP Solutions
- The upgraded software provides new paperless office capabilities.
- Brocade Unveils Data Management Solution
- The downloadable utility helps manage file data across distributed networks.
- VistaPrint Boosts Business Card Designs
- This month customers can design and print up to 250 free cards.
- Workers Shrugging Off Health
- A new study shows few Americans consider health-care a priority in their lives.
- Owners Shirk Estate Planning
- A study finds many wealthy family businesses have no asset protection plans.
- The Economy This Week
- Small-business optimism drops to recession levels; retail sales get a boost.
- Infor Launches Warehouse Management Software
- The application offers built-in best practices for storage and allocation strategies.
- Sage Software Upgrades ERP Solution
- The upgrade features a new Business Insights Dashboard.
- McAfee Releases Anti-Theft File Protection
- The application offers a digital vault for bank statements and tax returns.
- NetSuite Unveils Solutions for Manufacturers
- NetSuite for Manufacturers has functionalities for assembly, work order and bills.
- Verizon Enhances Wireless and Wireline Service
- Small-business customers are offered wireless voice service with unlimited calling.
- Stimulus Plan Perks 101
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Consumers Getting More Frugal
- The economic slump is curbing American spending habits, a survey finds.
- AIG Launches Pollution Insurance
- The new policy offers legal liability coverage for small firms.
- D-Link Releases Remote Monitoring Cameras
- The high-quality workplace surveillance video can be viewed over the Internet.
- AIS to Resell SteelEye Technology
- SteelEye provides disaster recovery and business continuity tools.
- Telecom Brokerage to Resell Time Warner Cable
- The company will offer a portfolio of communications services for small firms.
- NEC and Partners to Deliver Integrated Solution
- The integrated solution offers relief from server sprawl.
- Disaster Assistance Chief Named
- The federal government has tapped a former Navy officer to help small businesses cope with emergencies.
- SuiteCommerce Launches NS-BOS Solutions
- Features include wish lists and gift registries for smaller online retailers.
- Tech Data Introduces Mobile Virtualization Labs
- The labs demonstrate how virtualization can enhance IT operations.
- NEC HDRAstor and Symantec Enterprise Vault Compliant
- The joint solution offers smaller businesses an integrated enterprise archive.
- Yesmail Releases E-Marketing Solution
- The new tool allows marketers select customers from a pre-qualified list.
- Business Churning Beneficial
- New research finds economic gains whenever new businesses replace older ones.
- Retail Container Traffic Up
- After a sluggish start, U.S. ports are starting to unload more retail cargo.
- IBM Launches Relational Database Software
- SolidDB is designed to speed up performance-critical data delivery.
- Sage Offers Family-Owned Business Support
- The new program features Peachtree by Sage Complete Accounting.
- 3CX and Linksys Compliant
- The integrated solution offers VoIP for the small businesses.
- Virtual PBX Delivers Radware Intelligent ADC
- Radware's AppDirector boosts the delivery of applications over IP networks.
- eHealth Unveils BusinessHSA
- The new platform offers online payroll administration for HSA contributions.
- Hiring Source of Stress
- Women with fast-growing businesses say taking on employees is stressful.
- Fewer Workers Getting a Raise
- A survey finds payroll budget increases are unchanged from last year.
- AT&T, Citi Launch New Credit Card
- The new card offers rewards and other benefits for small businesses.
- Microsoft Releases Dynamics 2009
- The upgrade features new capabilities to streamline small-business processes.
- Tahoe Partners To Resell SAP Business All-in-One
- It package includes software licensing, implementation and training.
- Verified Person Introduces Assure Business Edition
- The on-demand tool tracks job applicants and provides background screenings.
- IBM Unveils Business Content Services Solution
- The tool helps analyze content created and shared by workgroups.
- Senate Boosts Small-Business Budget
- Much of the extra $101 million in federal funding is aimed at job creation.
- Trend Micro Launches Worry-Free Secure Site
- The new solution scans sites daily for application vulnerabilities.
- S1 Introduces Electronic Vault
- The new tool reduces data risks associated with computer damage.
- CyberSource Releases E-Payment Management Guide
- The new guide offers payment tactics for e-commerce merchants.
- Regus Launches Disaster Recovery Solution
- Regus Disaster Recovery provides companies with emergency business facilities.
- IBM Upgrades InfoSphere Portfolio
- The tool is designed to help clients use real-time data from across their businesses.
- Dress for Success
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Small Firms Leading Job Growth
- Despite gains, the nation's labor market remains weak, a report shows.
- Teltronics Launches Service Level Management Solution
- The solution monitors Nortel’s call server, signaling servers and IP phones.
- S1 Upgrades Business Banking
- The new release features a My Bank landing page.
- Adobe Release Acrobat 9
- The upgrade is designed to offer native support for Adobe Flash technology.
- AT&T Unveils High-Speed Bundle
- Net Reach includes High-Speed Internet and LaptopConnect services.
- IBM Launches Foundations
- The turnkey software for small businesses can be deployed in 30 minutes.
- Road Warriors Getting Creative
- Many business travelers are using high-tech tools to stay in touch with friends and family.
- PTC Launches Collaboration Product
- Windchill ProductPoint adapts Microsoft SharePoint for product development.
- Adobe Introduces Hosted Services
- Acrobat.com offers communication, productivity and collaboration tools.
- NetSuite to Expand Automation Offering
- Acquiring OpenAir will speed up product development for service companies.
- Trend Micro Unveils Security Solutions
- Worry-Free Business Security 5.0 is designed for small businesses.
- Imation Releases Removable Disk Cartridges
- The RDX disk cartridge features a high-capacity mobile 2.5-inch hard disk drive.
- Delaware Tops Business Rankings
- Many states continue to drive away entrepreneurs with legal red tape, the Chamber of Commerce says.
- Online Job Ads Decline
- Labor demand is expected to be sluggish over the summer, the Conference Board reports.
- Sage Software Launches Online Community
- The Peachtree Online Community allows small businesses to connect with each other.
- Microsoft Introduces Innovation Initiative
- The program aims to help businesses build flexible IT platforms.
- CIGNA Adds Health Plans in Arizona
- Open Access Plans offer a national network of physicians, healthcare professionals and hospitals.
- Sapiens, IBM and Millbrook to Deliver On-Demand BI
- The joint solution offers an array of dashboards and other performance indicators.
- Small Firms Giving Less
- The economic slump is forcing many employers to cut back on charitable donations.
- Restaurant Outlook Improves
- Owners reported increased traffic in April following record lows in recent months.
- Infopia to Launch E-Commerce Solution
- The tool features a platform that handles sales in multiple online channels.
- Concentric Offers Professional Web Site Packages
- The package provides site design and maintenance for smaller business.
- SonicWALL Upgrades SSL VPN Portfolio
- The new line facilitates the use and management of secure remote access.
- Hifn, Xdata Delivers Storage Solutions
- Xdata specializes in business continuance and data recovery.
- Sage Upgrades Accounting Tool
- The new version features simplified business analysis and inventory management.
- The Economy This Week
- The outlook of small-business owners declines; housing prices continue to fall.
- CEO Mood Hits 16-Year Low
- A survey finds higher costs are forcing many businesses to cut spending and raise prices.
- Wealthy Consumers More Upbeat
- While many American tighten their belts, higher-income earners are spending, a survey finds.
- IBM Launches Application Security Solution
- The new software helps manage employee, partner and customer IT use.
- Wachovia Introduces Free Business Checking
- The new accounts have no maintenance fees and no minimum balance.
- Cision Unveils Business Communications Platform
- CisionPoint Small Business is designed to help companies manage PR.
- ADP Launches Small Accountants Portal
- The site offers resources by legal and regulatory experts.
- Microsoft Phone System Available at Costco.com
- The IP phone system is designed for companies with up to 50 employees.
- Blogging for Entrepreneurs
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Teen Summer Jobs Scarce
- Many employers are cutting back on hiring plans to offset weaker sales, a survey finds.
- HP Launches New Thin Client
- The HP 2533t Mobile Thin Client offers increased protection of corporate data.
- IBM Tests Data Privacy Solution
- The new solution offers data masking techniques.
- Citrix, Akamai Offer Joint Solution
- The new solution aims to eliminate performance bottlenecks.
- Iomega Introduces Fashion Hard Drive
- The 250GB leather-bound drive offers a powerful tool for transporting files.
- Autotask Targets Microsoft SBSC
- The new edition is preloaded with workflow rules and project templates.
- Consumers Bracing for Recession
- More households expect the economy to continue declining in the months ahead.
- Retail Tax Breaks Extended
- A House bill allows store and restaurant owners to write-off remodeling costs over a shorter period.
- Small-Business Outlook Declines
- Owners continue to struggle with lower revenue and higher costs, a survey finds.
- Cicero Now Avaya Compliant
- The software allows users to create new composite applications.
- IBM Upgrades Asset Management Solution
- The new software provides support for linear assets and improved management.
- HP Enhanced Database Archiving Solution
- The upgraded software features a visual design environment.
- Sage Unveils Peachtree 2009
- The new software includes cash management tools for small businesses.
- IBM Launches Business IT Solutions
- The Service Management line aims to help businesses streamline operations.
- Workers Offered More Amenities
- As personal workstations shrink, employers are providing more common areas around the office.
- Reservist Payroll Credit Approved
- A Senate bill offers tax breaks for employers with workers on active duty.
- 8x8 Adds Call Queuing to Packet8
- The new feature allows small businesses to accept more incoming calls.
- SonicWALL Launches Network Appliance for SMBs
- The new NSA provides unified threat management for smaller businesses.
- Chi to Resell Hifn iSCSI Appliances
- The Swarm iSCSI appliances support both SAN and NAS storage.
- Xerox Launches New Printers for SMBs
- The new line includes multifunction products designed for small offices.
- TELUS Introduces Voice Access
- Outlook Voice Access allows users to dictate, hear and forward new e-mails.
- Study: Gender Stereotypes Persist
- Researchers find women may still be discouraged from becoming entrepreneurs.
- Small Firms Upbeat About Online Sales
- Many small-business owners say they don’t expect the slumping economy to impact Web-based revenue.
- SAP Adds CRM to Business-All-in-One
- The upgrade will allow users to better pursue new customer strategies.
- xpedx Launches Online Store
- The new site offers small businesses a range of office products.
- Seagate Hard Drive to Power Dell Laptops
- The Momentus 7200.3 hard drive features 7,200-rpms and 320GBs.
- Linksys Unveils New Lease Options
- The Linksys Partner Connection program includes options for small firms.
- IBM Releases Energy-Management Software
- The new software is designed to help maximize energy efficiency.
- Your PayPal Buddy
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Consumers Curb Spending
- Weaker income growth has many U.S. households cutting back to necessities, Deloitte reports.
- NetSuite Launches Software Company Solution
- OneWorld Software Company Edition is aimed at mid-market software firms.
- Nortel, IBM Target Communication Service Providers
- The new solution offers greater control across multi-vendor networks.
- Nortel, Cox to Sell VoIP
- Cox Business customers will have access to Nortel's service packages.
- Microsoft Offers SMB Server Preview
- Windows Small Business Server 2008 can be accessed on the company’s site.
- Solar VTG to Sell Onebiz SaaS Tools
- Onebiz applications include productivity software and sales force automation tools.
- Producer Prices Rising
- Manufacturers are struggling with a 17-year high in wholesale prices, the government reports.
- Workers Scrimp on Vacations
- A survey finds more employees plan to scale back or work remotely during their summer holidays.
- Emoze Upgrades Business Smartphones
- Designed for small businesses, the application is available as a free download.
- Nortel Launches New IP Software
- The Adaptive Application Engine combines social networking, blogs, and wikis.
- Wal-Mart to Sell NETGEAR Routers
- The wireless routers are designed for home and small office use.
- Panda Security Offers Managed Office Protection
- The Web-based tool provides remote security protection for small businesses.
- Telanetix Upgrades Telepresence Video Quality
- The enhanced tool offers better support for high-definition video.
- MBA Students Stress Social Role
- More business students feel a company's responsibilities go beyond the boardroom.
- Road Warriors Going Green
- A survey finds more business travelers are seeking out hotels with environmentally friendly practices.
- EMBARQ Launches Bundled Services for Small Business
- The new packages combine high-speed Internet services and other tools.
- AT&T Introduces Xora GPS TimeTrack
- The new service provides small firms with timesheet and payroll data services.
- LivePerson to Host SEO Webinar
- The event features search engine optimization and marketing specialists.
- Wells Fargo, Bank of America Release Payment Solution
- The joint effort will offer electronic funds transfers and business-to-business payments.
- Nortel Opens Small Business Sales Center
- The center offers assistance for partners entering the small-business market.
- The Economy This Week
- Higher costs force small firms to raise prices; retail sales get a seasonal boost.
- Labor Dept. Contest Launched
- State workforce agencies will vie for $20 million in grants for programs to help displaced workers.
- Gas Draining Rebate Checks
- Few consumers plan to splurge on cars, furniture or electronics, retailers say.
- Lender Oversight Slammed
- A federal watchdog says the government isn't doing enough to monitor small-business lenders.
- Younger Workers Creating Tech Gap
- Employers are ill-prepared for a generation used to working with fast technology, researchers say.
- Staff Referrals Low
- More employers say they're using Facebook and LinkedIn to fill job openings.
- Visage Mobile Launches On-Demand BlackBerry Solution
- The software features employee self-service and manager dashboards.
- AT&T Delivers U-Verse to Small Businesses
- The service features free unlimited access to AT&T’s nationwide Wi-Fi network.
- Sage Releases Peachtree Quantum 2009
- The solution includes SmartPosting technology for improved operating speed.
- Sage Unveils Extended Enterprise Solutions
- The application packages are aimed at small and midsize businesses.
- April Retail Sales Strong
- Excluding cars, retail sales rose by 0.5 percent last month, the government reports.
- Franchisee School
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- Tech Adoption Lag Declining
- Nations with fast-growing economies tend to embrace new technology, Harvard researchers say.
- RCN Offers InGrid Security Services
- The self-installable system provides two-way broadband communications.
- NetApp Supports VMWare Site Recovery Tool
- The joint solution offers a cost-effective disaster recovery system.
- ZyXEL Unveils SMB Switches
- The gigabit switches are designed for small businesses with high performance networks.
- Hostopia Introduces Fax-to-E-Mail Service
- The new IP fax service allows a user to send or receive faxes from a computer.
- Retired Execs Turn to Consulting
- Citing extra income, many older workers are launching second careers as industry consultants.
- Small Firms Raising Prices
- More owners cite inflation as their biggest concern, a recent survey shows.
- AT&T Hosts Small Business Webinar
- The event is part of an ongoing series available on the company's Web site.
- ComEd to Assist Small Businesses
- The utility plans to distribute $300,000 to help owners with their electricity bills.
- Microsoft, RIM Offer Windows Live on Blackberry
- The integration allows customers to receive automatic message delivery.
- Cisco Launches TelePresence Systems
- The 500 system for small offices offers advanced audio and high-definition video.
- Study: 401(k) Plans Mismanaged
- Many older workers are investing too heavily in company stock, researchers say.
- SAP NetWeaver Scales Up To 140 IBM BladeServers
- A performance and scalability test shows improved response time.
- Administaff Launches Business Tool Resource
- BizTools.com offers narrow search results and access to product reviews.
- Comcast Introduces Faster Business Class Internet
- Download speeds for business users can now reach 16 megabits per second.
- IBM Targets Data Centers
- A new Business Partner program offers certification in consolidation and virtualization.
- Microsoft Upgrades Big Easy Offer
- The small-business incentives program now include higher subsidies on the Windows Server.
- Obstacles Persist for Working Mothers
- A new survey finds few employers offer flexible work schedules.
- MasterCard to Offer Fuel Savings
- Small firms on the EasySavings program can receive rebates on gas.
- IBM Launches New Social Software
- Lotus Quickr Content Integrator is the latest in the line of Lotus Quickr products.
- Vonage, Covad to Deliver Broadband Solution
- Vonage Broadband will offer DSL services with speeds of 6.0 megabits per second.
- IBM Introduces Self-Checkout Solution
- The AnyPlace Checkout system offers small retailers a new brand-building tool.
- 8x8 Reduces International Calling Rates
- the company has also added Mexico to the list of overseas virtual phone locations.
- Mother's Day Shoppers Scale Back
- The economic downturn has retailers anticipating weaker spending this year.
- Gender Gap in Retiree Income
- Higher life expectancy and shorter careers have many retired women struggling.
- HP Launches Vast Storage Capacity System
- The new system is geared towards digital media firms offering business services.
- McAfee Boosts Security Tool
- The Secure Search Service offers safer online search for small firms.
- OfficeMax, TerraCycle Offer Green Office Products
- The products include binders, pencil cases and trashcans made entirely from waste.
- Regus to Boost Client Services
- Brainshark will provide the company's global clients uniform business communications.
- IBM Unveils New Strategy
- The company says combined hardware, software and services will reduce costs for small firm.
- Credit Tighter for Small Firms
- More banks are raising lending standards for small businesses, the Federal Reserve reports.
- A Winning Pitch
- A weekly look at the latest products and services designed to help you run a better business.
- SAP, IBM to Deliver Joint Solutions
- The two companies are targeting midsize firms in services, trade and manufacturing.
- Visa Launches Corporate Responsibility Program
- The program will focus on humanitarian aid, poverty alleviation and small-business development.
- Logoworks to Offer Blog Designs
- The new designs aim to help businesses build customer interactivity.
- Mozy Introduces Unlimited Online Backup Service
- The new service offers two gigabytes of online backup for free.
- Yodlee, Postilion Announce Partnership
- The move will help financial customers deliver better online banking and bill payment options.
- Employers Ignoring Language Barrier
- A survey finds few U.S. businesses offer English-language training for immigrant employees.
- Tech Entrepreneurs Older
- A study finds more technology firms are launched by middle-aged college grads.
- Zions Bank Launches Spanish Language Site
- Small-business customers can now access bilingual data about treasury management services and international banking.
- CIBER Introduces Retail Solution
- Rapid Retail Ready-to-Run offers retailers software, hosting and support.
- SAP, HP to Offer Business All-in-One
- The system integrates computing, networking and data protection for midsize businesses.
- Novell Unveils Security Management Platform
- Among othe issues, the new solution addresses governance, risk and compliance.
- AT&T Releases New Phones
- The new system offers a 190-feet range and comes bundled with up to five handsets.
- More Shoppers Going Online
- A survey finds consumers are still reluctant to buy online without seeing products firsthand.
- Starting Salaries Decline
- A study finds some new hires are making up to $10,000 less than a month ago.
- MyToolBox to Offer Zimbra Hosted E-mail
- The service allows businesses to run on-premise e-mail systems on Zimbra servers.
- Fujitsu Launches Workgroup Scanners
- New flatbed models offer high-speed imaging capabilities for small businesses.
- Pitney Bowes Releases Accounting Software
- The new suite offers bill presentment and turnkey e-billing.
- AIG Delivers Integrated Broker’s Management System
- e-Excess is a Web-based system for rates, quotes and binding excess casualty coverage.
- Online Job Ads Down
- Web-based recruiting in April declined by 16.4 percent from a year ago, the Conference Board reports.
- More Women Startups in Poorer Regions
- A report shows women in Latin America and the Caribbean are starting more businesses.
- SkillSoft Launches Live Learning
- Live Learning offers instructor-led training over the Web.
- Dell Releases Auto-Snapshot Manager
- Auto-Snapshot Manager Smart Copy for Exchange is the latest in a series of application-aware tools.
- HP Introduces Green Desktops
- The desktops feature built-in power management tools to control energy consumption.
- The Economy This Week
- Small-business owners continue to scale back spending; gas prices hit another record high.
- Summer Hires Get a Raise
- Employers expect to pay more for seasonal workers this year, a survey finds.
- Consumers Saving Rebate Checks
- A survey shows few are planning to splurge on consumer electronics.
- Telanetix, CallSource Offer Business Phone Service
- The service aims to boost marketing and sales efforts.
- Broadcom Launches New Switches for SMBs
- The BCM53310 series helps reduce system power and costs.
- Serena Software Launches Mashup Exchange
- The new online marketplace allows companies to buy and sell mashups.
- IBM Releases New IDS Software Edition
- IDS 11.5 features enhanced reliability and transaction performance.
- April 2008
- March 2008
- February 2008
- January 2008
- December 2007
- November 2007
- October 2007
- September 2007
- August 2007
- July 2007
- June 2007
- May 2007
- April 2007
- March 2007
- February 2007
- January 2007
- December 2006
- November 2006
- October 2006
- September 2006
- August 2006
- July 2006
- June 2006
- May 2006
- April 2006
- March 2006
- February 2006
- January 2006
- December 2005
- November 2005
- October 2005
- September 2005
- August 2005
- LAW & REGULATION
- POLITICS
- U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (SBA)
- FINANCE & CAPITAL
- TRENDS (Management, the Economy, Marketing, Advertising, Technology & More)
- ECONOMIC INDICATORS
- PRODUCTS ROUNDUP
- HURRICANE KATRINA
November 11, 2009
November 10, 2009
November 9, 2009
November 9, 2009
November 6, 2009
November 5, 2009
November 4, 2009
November 3, 2009
November 2, 2009
October 30, 2009
October 29, 2009
October 28, 2009
October 27, 2009
October 26, 2009
October 23, 2009
October 22, 2009
October 21, 2009
October 20, 2009
October 19, 2009
October 16, 2009
October 15, 2009
October 14, 2009
October 13, 2009
October 12, 2009
October 8, 2009
October 7, 2009
October 6, 2009
October 5, 2009
October 2, 2009
October 1, 2009
September 30, 2009
September 29, 2009
September 28, 2009
September 25, 2009
September 25, 2009
September 24, 2009
September 23, 2009
September 22, 2009
September 21, 2009
September 18, 2009
September 17, 2009
September 16, 2009
September 15, 2009
September 14, 2009
September 11, 2009
September 10, 2009
September 9, 2009
September 8, 2009
September 4, 2009
September 3, 2009
September 2, 2009
September 1, 2009
September 1, 2009
August 31, 2009
August 31, 2009
August 28, 2009
August 27, 2009
August 26, 2009
August 25, 2009
August 24, 2009
August 21, 2009
August 20, 2009
August 19, 2009
August 18, 2009
August 17, 2009
August 13, 2009
August 12, 2009
August 11, 2009
August 10, 2009
August 7, 2009
August 6, 2009
August 5, 2009
August 4, 2009
August 3, 2009
July 31, 2009
July 30, 2009
July 29, 2009
July 28, 2009
July 27, 2009
July 24, 2009
July 23, 2009
July 22, 2009
July 21, 2009
July 20, 2009
July 17, 2009
July 16, 2009
July 15, 2009
July 14, 2009
July 13, 2009
July 10, 2009
July 9, 2009
July 8, 2009
July 7, 2009
July 6, 2009
July 3, 2009
July 2, 2009
July 1, 2009
June 30, 2009
June 29, 2009
June 26, 2009
June 25, 2009
June 24, 2009
June 23, 2009
June 22, 2009
June 19, 2009
June 17, 2009
June 16, 2009
June 15, 2009
June 12, 2009
June 11, 2009
June 10, 2009
June 9, 2009
June 8, 2009
June 5, 2009
June 4, 2009
June 3, 2009
June 2, 2009
June 1, 2009
May 29, 2009
May 28, 2009
May 27, 2009
May 26, 2009
May 25, 2009
May 22, 2009
May 21, 2009
May 20, 2009
May 19, 2009
May 18, 2009
May 15, 2009
May 14, 2009
May 13, 2009
May 12, 2009
May 11, 2009
May 8, 2009
May 7, 2009
May 6, 2009
May 5, 2009
May 4, 2009
April 30, 2009
April 29, 2009
April 28, 2009
April 27, 2009
April 24, 2009
April 23, 2009
April 22, 2009
April 21, 2009
April 20, 2009
April 17, 2009
April 16, 2009
April 15, 2009
April 14, 2009
April 13, 2009
April 10, 2009
April 9, 2009
April 8, 2009
April 7, 2009
April 6, 2009
April 3, 2009
April 2, 2009
April 1, 2009
March 31, 2009
March 30, 2009
March 27, 2009
March 26, 2009
March 25, 2009
March 24, 2009
March 23, 2009
March 20, 2009
March 19, 2009
March 18, 2009
March 17, 2009
March 16, 2009
March 13, 2009
March 12, 2009
March 11, 2009
March 10, 2009
March 9, 2009
March 6, 2009
March 5, 2009
March 4, 2009
March 3, 2009
March 2, 2009
February 27, 2009
February 26, 2009
February 25, 2009
February 24, 2009
February 23, 2009
February 20, 2009
February 19, 2009
February 18, 2009
February 17, 2009
February 16, 2009
February 15, 2009
February 13, 2009
February 12, 2009
February 11, 2009
February 10, 2009
February 9, 2009
February 6, 2009
February 5, 2009
February 4, 2009
February 3, 2009
February 2, 2009
January 30, 2009
January 29, 2009
January 28, 2009
January 27, 2009
January 26, 2009
January 23, 2009
January 22, 2009
January 21, 2009
January 20, 2009
January 19, 2009
January 16, 2009
January 15, 2009
January 14, 2009
January 13, 2009
December 24, 2008
December 23, 2008
December 22, 2008
December 17, 2008
December 16, 2008
December 15, 2008
December 12, 2008
December 11, 2008
December 10, 2008
December 9, 2008
December 8, 2008
December 5, 2008
December 4, 2008
December 3, 2008
December 2, 2008
December 1, 2008
November 26, 2008
November 25, 2008
November 24, 2008
November 21, 2008
November 20, 2008
November 19, 2008
November 18, 2008
November 17, 2008
November 14, 2008
November 13, 2008
November 12, 2008
November 11, 2008
November 10, 2008
November 7, 2008
November 6, 2008
November 5, 2008
November 4, 2008
November 3, 2008
October 31, 2008
October 30, 2008
October 29, 2008
October 28, 2008
October 27, 2008
October 24, 2008
October 23, 2008
October 22, 2008
October 21, 2008
October 20, 2008
October 17, 2008
October 16, 2008
October 15, 2008
October 14, 2008
October 13, 2008
October 10, 2008
October 9, 2008
October 8, 2008
October 7, 2008
October 6, 2008
October 3, 2008
October 2, 2008
October 1, 2008
September 30, 2008
September 29, 2008
September 26, 2008
September 25, 2008
September 24, 2008
September 23, 2008
September 22, 2008
September 18, 2008
September 17, 2008
September 11, 2008
September 10, 2008
September 9, 2008
September 8, 2008
September 5, 2008
September 4, 2008
September 3, 2008
September 2, 2008
August 29, 2008
August 28, 2008
August 27, 2008
August 26, 2008
August 22, 2008
August 21, 2008
August 20, 2008
August 18, 2008
August 15, 2008
August 14, 2008
August 13, 2008
August 12, 2008
August 11, 2008
August 8, 2008
August 7, 2008
August 6, 2008
August 5, 2008
August 4, 2008
August 1, 2008
July 31, 2008
July 30, 2008
July 29, 2008
July 28, 2008
July 25, 2008
July 24, 2008
July 23, 2008
July 22, 2008
July 21, 2008
July 18, 2008
July 17, 2008
July 16, 2008
July 15, 2008
July 14, 2008
July 11, 2008
July 10, 2008
July 9, 2008
July 8, 2008
July 7, 2008
July 3, 2008
July 2, 2008
July 1, 2008
June 30, 2008
June 27, 2008
June 26, 2008
June 25, 2008
June 24, 2008
June 23, 2008
June 20, 2008
June 19, 2008
June 18, 2008
June 17, 2008
June 16, 2008
June 13, 2008
June 12, 2008
June 11, 2008
June 10, 2008
June 9, 2008
June 6, 2008
June 5, 2008
June 4, 2008
June 3, 2008
June 2, 2008
May 30, 2008
May 29, 2008
May 28, 2008
May 27, 2008
May 23, 2008
May 22, 2008
May 21, 2008
May 20, 2008
May 19, 2008
May 16, 2008
May 15, 2008
May 14, 2008
May 13, 2008
May 12, 2008
May 9, 2008
May 8, 2008
May 7, 2008
May 6, 2008
May 5, 2008
May 2, 2008
May 1, 2008
