Office and Operations


Recent Office and Operations Articles

Never Work for Chump Change

How much you should pay yourself, how to make the most of empty space, and what to do when under legal attack  Read more

The Business of Mission Community Hospital

A look at the companies that supply the California hospital with virtual records, equipment repair, and laundry services  Read more

Ski Goggles That Shoot Photos and Video

Liquid Image's Summit Series snow goggles let you capture every swoosh and schuss with its built in camera.  Read more

The Best Laptop Charger for Business Travelers

A look at the Targus Premium Laptop Charger  Read more

4 Great Extended Stay Hotels

A look at places to make your home away from home. Hot plate not included.  Read more

The Secrets of a Road Warrior

How entrepreneur Jeremy Shepherd of PearlParadise.com keeps his sanity on long flights  Read more

Going Virtual with Matt Mullenweg

If you've been following this blog for the past month, you'll know that Inc. has ditched...  Read more

Going Virtual with Matt Mullenweg 

Recently I had a chance to record a Skype chat from my living room with Matt Mullenweg. Matt is the founder of Automattic, the company that publishes Word...  Watch video

New Product Trend: Craft Beer in a Can

More craft brewers are embracing what they call the highest-quality, most environmentally-friendly, and cost-effective way to get their product to market: Th...  View slideshow

America's Coolest Workplace

Pro skateboarder Rob Dyrdek has built a business empire of more than a dozen ventures. They are all run out of the Fantasy Factory, his office near Los Angel...  Read more

The Business of Seattle's Fishermen's Terminal

A look at the companies that supply the busy port of Seattle with docks, nets, and life rings.  Read more

Warm Up Your Car With Your iPhone

Reviewing the new Viper SmartStart remote car starter  Read more

An Online Exchange for Frequent-Flier Miles

Swap miles with other business travelers on the Global Points Exchange.  Read more

Using Crowdsourcing to Control Inventory

ModCloth's Be the Buyer program lets customers tell the company exactly what they want.  Read more

Rob Dyrdek's Fantasy Factory: A Look Inside

Pro skateboarder Rob Dyrdek takes Inc.com on a tour of the Fantasy Factory, the 25,000-square-foot warehouse in downtown Los Angeles where his business ventu...  View slideshow

The Real Consequences of Office Clutter

A recent survey says a disorganized workspace can lead to decreased productivity and unprofessional behavior.  Read more

The Joint-Venture Holiday Party

To manage costs, some small businesses are pooling their resources and hosting joint holiday parties.  Read more

The Business of the Bridge

A look at companies that keep a Delaware River bridge afloat  Read more

Your Guide to Executive Club Floors

How to get star treatment on the club floors at Ritz-Carlton, InterContinental, and Sheraton hotels  Read more

Four Great Trip-Planning Websites

These free Web-based services will help you organize your business travel plans  Read more

When and How to Micromanage

Managers today are taught not to micromanage their employees. But there comes a time in every business when you need to step in and master the details.  Read more

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.  Read more

The Business of the Theater

A look at companies that help keep the Southern Theatre in Columbus, Ohio humming.  Read more

Spas That Cater to Businessmen

Pampering with a macho twist? A new breed of men-only spas is hoping to re-envision the spa.  Read more

Jet-setting on a Budget

A new flight-sharing website for luxury travelers.  Read more

Great Bags for Traveling Light

Beat airline fees with these light-weight carry-ons.  Read more

How to Manage Telecommuters

Advice on managing employees who work from home  Read more

Business Travel: A Look at Running-Tour Companies

A list of companies that provide guided running tours in cities such as New York, San Francisco, Seattle, and Los Angeles.  Read more

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.  Read more

How to Pick a Site for Your Business

Whether you are opening a new store, setting up a small factory, or looking to lease a branch office, these tips will help you find the right location for yo...  Read more

The Business of a Fire Station

A look at companies that help outfit Fire Station No. 11 in Dallas  Read more

The Best Earbuds for Air Travel

Four top earbud picks for canceling out airplane noise  Read more

CEO Passions: Outdoor Cycling

Despite a crippling bike accident, CEO of Savvy Marketing Group and avid cyclist Grace Ueng is back in the saddle  Read more

How to Manage Travel Expenses

From videoconferencing, to shopping for airfare bargains, to booking far in advance - here are some helpful tips to reduce all your travel-related expenses.  Read more

How to Outsource R&D

R&D isn't just for big corporations. Here's how you can use innovation to build your business, from selecting projects to tax advantages.  Read more