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All of the topics that will give you the edge when it comes to scaling your business and taking it to the next level.

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How 5G Has Changed Small Businesses
By Jeremy Bender | October 21, 2024

This guide explains how the 5G rollout will affect small businesses and what you can do to take advantage for yours.

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What Is Non-Fixed VoIP?
By Jeff Hale | October 21, 2024

Find out how non-fixed VoIP phone systems help small businesses communicate without the need for a physical location.

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When Community Banks Die: How Small Businesses Are Affected
By Matt D’Angelo | October 18, 2024

Community banking can be a great option compared to big banks, but what does its decline mean?

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9 Ways to Reduce Fleet Maintenance Costs
By Max Freedman | October 15, 2024

You can take several steps to cut down on your fleet maintenance costs. Here are some of the best options.

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How Telematics Improves Driver Safety
By Matt D’Angelo | October 15, 2024

Learn how telematics reporting can help you keep your company drivers and vehicles safe.

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10 Patient Acquisition Strategies
By Max Freedman | October 10, 2024

These five patient acquisition strategies can help you make the best of your practice's internet presence to draw in new patients.

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What Is an MVR Report, and Why Should You Conduct One?
By Kaylyn McKenna | October 10, 2024

Will your new hire be driving on the job? Check their motor vehicle record (MVR) report before you let them get in the car.

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Direct Costs vs. Indirect Costs: What Are They, and How Are They Different?
By Ethan Spielman | October 03, 2024

Direct costs and indirect costs both influence how small businesses should price their products. Here's what you need to know about each type of expense.

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What Are Self-Service POS Kiosks?
By Jennifer Dublino | October 03, 2024

Many retailers are implementing self-service POS kiosks so customers can ring up their own purchases. Learn the pros and cons of self-service POS kiosks.

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What Is an Auto-Dialer?
By Jeff Hale | October 03, 2024

This guide explains how auto-dialers work and how your business can use them to save time and boost productivity.

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5 Reasons You Need a Mobile POS System for Your Restaurant
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 03, 2024

Mobile POS systems can improve restaurant payments, turning devices into mobile registers. They can also generate reports and help with inventory management.

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Why Analyzing Sales Data Is Important for Small Businesses
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 03, 2024

Sales analytics contextualize sales data and help businesses make more informed decisions about how to grow, reach more customers, and innovate.

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Cashless Society Pros and Cons: Are Digital Payments Really Killing Cash?
By Mona Bushnell | October 03, 2024

Cashless transactions are growing worldwide with a wide range of payment options. Learn the pros and cons of cashless payments and what they mean for SMBs.

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How to Interpret and Learn From POS Sales Reports
By Adam Uzialko | October 03, 2024

POS systems come with various sales reports that provide a wealth of statistics for your business. Learn about POS sales reports and how to interpret them.

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What You Need to Accept Mobile Wallets at Your SMB
By Donna Fuscaldo | October 03, 2024

Mobile wallets are a growing trend in consumer buying patterns. Learn how to leverage the mobile wallet trend to grow sales and boost customer happiness.

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How to Set Up a POS System
By Adam Uzialko | October 03, 2024

POS systems are necessary for any business that sells products. Here is everything you need to know about POS installation.

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How SMBs Can Use Mobile POS Systems
By Natalie Hamingson | October 03, 2024

Learn how mobile POS systems can accelerate your business’s growth and success and offer more flexibility and autonomy.

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What Is a VoIP Number?
By Steven Melendez | October 03, 2024

This guide explains what a VoIP phone number is and how Voice over Internet Protocol calls work.

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What Is a Virtual Phone Line?
By Jeff Hale | October 02, 2024

Learn what a virtual phone line is and how small businesses can use them as their business phone system.

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What are Unified Communications Systems?
By Chad Brooks | October 02, 2024

Unified communications provide businesses with one platform for phone services, video conferencing and more.

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What Is SIP Trunking? Do You Need It for Your Business?
By Jeff Hale | October 02, 2024

Learn what SIP trunking is and whether this telephony protocol makes sense for your business.

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How to Find the Right Softphone App for Your Business
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 02, 2024

Your business may benefit from a softphone app for an easy, cost-effective way to make and receive phone calls. Learn the pros and cons of softphone apps.

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VoIP vs. Landline: Which Is Best for Your Business?
By Kiely Kuligowski | October 02, 2024

See popular features, pros and cons, equipment comparisons and more factors you should consider when deciding on the best phone system for your business.

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Could Your Business Benefit From a Phone System Mobile App?
By Mark Henricks | October 02, 2024

Business phone system mobile apps allow employees to take customer calls on their mobile devices while appearing to be on the business' main phone line.

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How to Design an IVR Phone System That Doesn’t Annoy Your Customers
By Max Freedman | October 02, 2024

Learn how to design an intuitive interactive voice response (IVR) system and find recommendations for business phone systems and services that offer IVR

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What Is IVR? A Buying Guide for Business Owners
By Mona Bushnell | October 02, 2024

Find out if using IVR is right for your business with this IVR buying guide.

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Top Tips for Patient Scheduling
By Adam Uzialko | October 02, 2024

Learn how to use patient scheduling to maximize the productivity of your medical practice's clinicians, doctors, and staff.

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What is the Importance of Patient Charts?
By Max Freedman | October 02, 2024

Patient medical charts help practitioners make more accurate diagnoses and develop treatment plans with better outcomes. Learn more about their importance.

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How to Ensure Your Medical Records Retention Practices Are HIPAA Compliant
By Max Freedman | October 02, 2024

Specific rules and laws govern the storage and maintenance of medical records. Learn best practices for HIPAA compliance when dealing with medical records.

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How to Implement an Electronic Health Records System
By Adam Uzialko | October 02, 2024

An EHR system may take time to implement, but the benefits are worth the investment for medical facilities. See the steps to get it up and running.