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VoIP vs. Landlines
By Mark Fairlie | April 09, 2024

VoIP and landline are options for your business phone system needs. Learn the pros and cons of each and how to choose the right communication solution.

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What is Interactive Voice Response?
By Mark Fairlie | April 09, 2024

Your company may benefit from an interactive voice response system, which routes callers to the right contacts. Here is what you need to know.

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What Is PBX?
By Mark Fairlie | April 09, 2024

Learn whether a PBX phone system is right for your business.

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What Is a VoIP Number?
By Mark Fairlie | April 09, 2024

A VoIP number is a dedicated phone number assigned to a user and not tied to a physical line. Learn how VoIP numbers work and how to get one.

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What Type of Employee Monitoring System Do You Need?
By Skye Schooley | April 05, 2024

Keeping track of your employees is easy with the right tools. Check out these employee monitoring software and solutions to find what's best for you.

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Digital Receipts: Why Retailers Are Embracing Them
By Sean Peek | April 04, 2024

The latest digital receipt technology enables retailers to include marketing messaging. Learn the benefits and get software recommendations.

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Tethering vs. Hotspots: What’s Better for Your Business?
By Mark Fairlie | April 02, 2024

This guide explains the differences between tethering and mobile hotspots, as well as which one might be better for your business.

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What is a Receipt Printer? Thermal vs Impact Printers
By Sean Peek | April 01, 2024

Thermal and impact receipt printers do the same job but are suited to different locations.

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What Is VoIP?
By Mark Fairlie | April 01, 2024

VoIP technology uses a broadband internet connection to transmit phone calls. Learn VoIP's features and everything you need to know to implement VoIP.

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What Are Multiline Phone Systems?
By Mark Fairlie | March 28, 2024

Learn how to improve communications and optimize your entire business with a phone system capable of handling multiple calls simultaneously.

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How Telematics Can Improve Worksite Productivity
By Mark Fairlie | March 25, 2024

See how telematic systems help you keep track of your fleet and machinery, allowing you to plan a safer, more efficient worksite.

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What SMBs Need to Know About Electronic Logging Devices
By Sean Peek | March 21, 2024

If you operate a small fleet for your business, you may be required to abide by FMCSA regulations for electronic logging devices (ELDs).

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The Benefits of Restaurant iPad POS Systems
By Skye Schooley | March 14, 2024

POS systems can provide a lot of value to your restaurant. Learn more about how this technology can boost your profits.

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Choosing a GPS Fleet Management System
By Mark Fairlie | February 29, 2024

GPS fleet tracking software lets you track vehicles and monitor driving behaviors. Here's what to look for in a GPS fleet tracking system.

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Don’t Wait! Speed Up Your Checkout Lines With These 4 Tips
By Jennifer Dublino | February 07, 2024

POS systems can reduce checkout lines while helping you gather and maintain customer data. Learn how to speed up your checkout lines.

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Biometrics and the Future: What It Means for Small Businesses
By Sean Peek | February 02, 2024

The biometric market keeps growing and is replacing traditional authentication methods. Find out why this technology is good for business.

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QuickBooks Desktop vs. Online: Which Should You Use?
By Mark Fairlie | February 02, 2024

Should you use the desktop application or web browser version of QuickBooks? Here are some important updates about this software program.

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How Much Does a POS System Cost?
By Jamie Johnson | February 01, 2024

Price is a key factor for many businesses when evaluating POS systems. Here’s what you might pay for a POS system and some good options to consider.

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How to Block Websites From Employee Use
By Stella Morrison | January 30, 2024

This guide explains how to block and filter websites to restrict employee access to certain content on the company network.

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Dr. Randal Pinkett Talks Data-Driven DEI (Full Q&A)
By Skye Schooley | January 30, 2024

CEO and DEI expert also addresses culture-war backlash.

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Cash Register Buying Guide: POS vs. Cash Registers vs. Tablet mPOS
By Jennifer Dublino | January 29, 2024

Your brick-and-mortar business must provide quick, seamless customer checkout options. Learn if cash registers or POS systems are right for your business.

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Types of POS Systems
By Sean Peek | January 25, 2024

From simple mobile payment processors to robust systems for larger enterprises, there are several POS options for businesses.

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What Is a Cloud PBX?
By Mark Fairlie | January 24, 2024

Cloud PBX is an internet-based virtual PBX system that routes and manages calls. Learn how it compares to on-premises PBX and find cloud PBX providers.

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Food Truck Tech: What You Need to Know
By Sean Peek | January 12, 2024

Food trucks are staying competitive with the latest apps and technology.

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What is Big Data and What Does it Mean for Your Small Business?
By Andrew Martins | January 11, 2024

Small businesses must make sense of the large amount of information they receive. Here’s how to understand big data so you can ensure company success.

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Why Small Businesses Need to Digitize Documents
By Julie Thompson | January 03, 2024

There are several benefits of digitizing documents for small businesses. Learn what this process is and how to do it properly.

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Which Business Internet Service Type Is Right for Your Business?
By Jeff Hale | January 03, 2024

Internet service is a critical business utility. Learn how to evaluate your business's broadband requirements and determine the right internet service type.

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How Companies Are Detecting Spear Phishing Attacks Using Machine Learning
By Andrew Goldberg | January 03, 2024

Spear phishing targets users in sophisticated attacks. Learn how machine learning can analyze data to extract patterns and anomalies to fight the threat.

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How Data Analytics Impacts Small Businesses in 2024
By Mark Fairlie | January 03, 2024

Drive greater profitability and efficiency by using artificial intelligence and machine learning to find insights across all your data.

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Need a Business Phone Number, but Not a Business Phone?
By Max Freedman | December 21, 2023

A phone isn’t always necessary to do business these days. There are a number of options if you don’t need a traditional system.