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What's Hot: Creativity
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The Most Creative Product Ever
A noteworthy business author explains why it's not what you make, it's the way and the why you do what you do. Read more
Stop! Back Up!
Recent study shows how few companies have a formal policy for backing up crucial computer files. Read more
A PC with a View
3M develops the Privacy Filter so users can privately view their computer monitors. Read more
Dark Sides Of Intrapreneuring
Such companies as 3M, DuPont, Monsanto, and Procter & Gamble have practiced forms of intrapreneurship under other names for years ("Secrets of Intrapr... Read more
In Search Of Excellence, By Thomas J. Peters And Robert H. Waterman Jr. Harper
A host of American companies are held as exemplary, in a readable attempt to define good -- and spotlight bad -- management practice. The cited models inc... Read more
The Coated-paper Copier
If your copy volume is less than 2,000 copies per month, or if you want to spend very little money, coated-paper copiers may be for you. There are about ... Read more
What's The Problem?
It's one of the most important questions you'll ever ask yourself while running your business. "What's the problem?" Sounds like ... Read more
Why Can't Salespeople Be More Creative?
The sales profession has been left behind. Countless books and articles have been written about fostering creativity amongst engineers, product developer... Read more
The MVP of Super Bowl Product Placement
Officials at the Indianapolis company that makes the head set worn by Drew Brees' baby son had no idea they were on the verge of amazing product placement. Read more
Down in the Dump
Profile of a start-up company that has created a foam to spread over landfill garbage. Read more
A growing number of Fortune 500 companies are thinking about starting franchise operations as a way to expand and diversify quickly. Through a subsidiary,... Read more
Doubting Thomas
Tom Peters discusses his experiences in the world of business and the nature of entrepreneurship. Read more
How to Maintain Brand Consistency Across Product Lines
With a diversity of products, how do you keep your brand name pure? It's all about who your brand resonates with and why. Read more
Pulling the Plug
A management expert explains that to make room for new projects, you must stop some old ones. Read more
Leadership: Building Companies to Last
A study of companies that shows certain traits in visionary companies suggest basic rules for success. Read more
Where Great Ideas for New Businesses Come From
How four companies came into being. Read more
Copier Wars
Dozens of copier companies are battling for your business.Here's how to choose a machine you can live with. Read more
Doing Business Behind Bars
With its carpeted cubicles and computer terminals, Stillwater Data Processing Systems Inc. looks like any other modern, high-technology office. At 5 p.m.... Read more
Top 9 Company Names
Though some experts would argue that a company name doesn't affect the success of a business, there is a thing or two that small businesses can learn from th... View slideshow
How to Tap Employee Ideas
Encouraging your employees' creativity can not only create an engaging work environment, but create new business. Seven experts share their tips on getting e... Read more
The Sacred and the Mundane
Icons of business prove that the more things change, the more the important stuff remains the same. Read more
An Excellent Question
The author of In Search of Excellence answers the 10 questions most frequently asked about his book. Read more
Collective Effort
Profile of an EOY winner. The competitive advantages of an employee-owned company. Read more
Rising Sons
The success of American growth companies has inspired the first generation of japanese entrepeneurs in the past four decades. Read more
HighJump Software Launches Warehouse Management System
HighJump Software, a 3M company (NYSE:MMM), has unveiled a new warehouse management system specifically designed to help small and midsize businesses mana... Read more
Home Sweet Homebase
Most entrepreneurs start their companies in whatever town they happen to be living. But sometimes the city you're living in can feel all wrong. That was t... Read more
High Noon in Aisle Five
If Rupert Murdoch's boys rode into your company's territory, what would you do: run for the hills or stay and fight? In the tradition of Gary Cooper's greate... Read more
A Little Radical Thinking
In my company, this time of year we do our annual planning. While January is the beginning of the calendar year, it often seems natural to sit down at the... Read more
What Makes a Company Great?
Inc.'s editor-in-chief offers an overview and review of J. Collins and J. Porras's book 'Built to Last.' Read more
Setting Up Entrepreneurial Units
For the existing business to be capable of innovation, it has to create a structure that allows people to be entrepreneurital. . . . This means, first, t... Read more
Data Backup: Why They Started
Five reasons computer users give for backing up files religiously. Read more
Casio Drops Projector Prices by $100
For those with a little cash on hand, this recession is proving to be a great time to scoop up bargains. (I should know; I spent the first day of Passover... Read more
Paradise Lost
How had it come to this? Reell Precision Manufacturing was supposed to be a different kind of company. For years, it thrived, leading its industry, generatin... Read more
HighJump Introduces Supply Chain Software
Supply Chain Advantage 10.0 features expanded internationalization. Read more
Should You Encourage Employee Side Projects?
It's counterintuitive to encourage employees to pursue projects that don't further your mission statement or your bottom line, but here's why you should cons... Read more
What Comes Next?
A best-selling business author tells why products, strategy, and charismatic leadership will become things of the past. Read more
Tips for Motivating Techies
Motivating Technical Employees Consider the following rewards for your technical staff. Interesting and challengi... Read more
High-Definition Video for Your Business
High-definition video for presentations, training, digital signage and interactive kiosks, can enhance your business image and sharpen your profit picture. Read more
THE LITTLE TRADEMARK THAT DID: Many companies have successfully preserved their trademarks, despite the fact that their brand names have become virtually ... Read more
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