In this article, we look at three of the top inventory management software providers and compare them based on cost, features, ease-of-use, and customer support, recommending the one we feel provides the best overall value for your small business. Best Inventory Software for Small Businesses: Lightspeed Retail For the traditional brick-and-mortar small business owner that…
Hair Salon Business Plan: An Interview with Sabrina Parsons, CEO of Palo Alto Software
What do many hair salons leave out of their business plans? The Products. According to Sabrina Parsons, the CEO of Palo Alto Software, many hair salons don’t consider the revenue stream that can be generated from having products like styling gels and shampoo for sale. Sales from such products can account for as much as…
Retail Store Supplies: 7 Overlooked Items Every Retail Store Needs
If you are opening a retail store, you have probably already thought a lot about your big ticket ticket supplies and accessories, like displays, lighting, pos systems, etc. But there are many less sexy retail store supplies that are just as necessary for the average retail store. Here are 7 of the most commonly overlooked items…
Beacon Technology: How Beacons Work and What They Can Do For Your Retail Store
This guest post “Beacon Technology” was written by David Bozin,VP of Business Development of Bindo Imagine this: You walk down the aisle of a store and your phone reminds you that you are low on olive oil, paper towels, and almonds and proceeds to tell you where these products can be found within the store. This…
Grand Opening Ideas, Goals, Marketing Budget, And More!
A successful grand opening evokes excitement and curiosity. Ideally held after a few weeks of opening your business, a grand opening is also a great opportunity to network with local businesses and form strategic partnerships. In this guide, we cover everything you need to know about planning your grand opening, from budgeting to promotion, invitations…
Where to Buy Salon Equipment Online
If you’re looking for new or used salon equipment online, there are plenty of different places to shop. We took a look at the top five stores and compared their selection, pricing and shipping. See our list below along with our recommendations and a detailed pricing comparison: Best Place to Buy Salon Equipment: SallyBeauty Used Items? Yes,…
High Risk Merchant Account Providers: Who’s the Best?
The high-risk merchant account provider industry is not necessarily known for its commitment to honesty and ethical business practices. However, there are high-risk merchant account providers that stand out and offer a fair and ethical service. We review three such providers below, and give you our pick for the best high-risk merchant account provider. Best…
U.S Manufacturers Threatened By Cyber Crime – an Interview with Bank of the West’s David Pollino
U.S. manufacturers, small and large, are a prime target for cybercriminals. There are three reasons for this: 1) They deal with a complex network of vendors and suppliers, predominantly based in foreign countries. 2) Their business generally involves sending large sums of money. 3) They often do not have the strongest cyber-security defenses and procedures…
Dental Marketing Software: Who’s the Best?
Dental Marketing Software uses automated messages to remind patients of their appointments and send promotional offers. You can also use it to boost your online reviews and generate leads. We looked at 3 of the top programs, comparing their price, features and ease of setup. See our recommendation below, followed by a detailed comparison: Best…
Medical Answering Services: Who’s the Best?
A medical answering service is a company that can handle the after hours or overflow calls from your office. The type of services they offer vary a lot, from basic message relay and emergency dispatching to appointment scheduling and more. To find out who’s the best, we reviewed 2 of the top medical answering services and…
Can a small business sell into Sam’s Club?
Small businesses are both a major customer segment and supplier segment for Sam’s Club. In this article, we will explore how to sell to Sam’s Club (with advice that is applicable to selling into other retailers) and how being a woman owned small business can be a major advantage in closing a deal with Sam’s…
Where To Buy Retail Displays – Top Providers Compared
In this article we look at 3 of the most popular options for buying retail displays online. We compare the cost and services provided by BuyStoreFixtures.com vs. Mfried.com vs. StoreSupply.com and recommend what we feel is the best option for the brick-and-mortar small business owner. If you need a crash-course in planning out your store…
