Our free membership, business.com+, takes the pain out of choosing new business services.
Learn More
BDC Hamburger Icon

Menu

Close
BDC Logo
Search Icon
Search Icon

Technology

It's impossible to a run a modern business without technology services. Our technology hub will guide you toward the software and tools necessary not just for everyday operations but also cost efficiency and long-term growth. Get recommendations for cutting-edge platforms, learn about the rise of AI-powered tech and find out what solutions can help you take your business to the next level.

Latest Small Business Technology Tips, Trends and Advice

Review
Azuga Fleet Management Review and Pricing
By Mark Fairlie | July 18, 2024

Azuga stands out in the fleet tracking space for its high usability. Learn about features, pricing and more.

Doctor entering billing information into a computer
Article
What Is Claim Scrubbing?
By Sean Peek | July 16, 2024

Claim scrubbing is the process of verifying that a medical claim's codes are accurate. Learn how code scrubbing works and which tools can help.

team working on computers in an office
Article
How to Use Slack for Workplace Communication
By Jamie Johnson | July 02, 2024

Slack is one of the best apps for workplace communication, thanks to its versatility. Learn how it works and some of its benefits.

Article
What Is Ransomware?
By Mark Fairlie | June 24, 2024

Ransomware can hit businesses of any size. Here's how to keep your enterprise safe.

Article
Beacons Are Beckoning: How Mobile Technology Is Changing Retail
By Sean Peek | June 21, 2024

Retailers of all sizes are adjusting to technology trends. See how mobile tech is changing the in-store experience and how to use it in your business.

Article
Top Challenges of Electronic Health Record (EHR) Implementation
By Mark Fairlie | May 07, 2024

EHRs are a vital way to automate and streamline the healthcare process, but implementation can be challenging. Learn how to smooth the transition.

Article
PowerShell: Everything You Need to Know
By Sean Peek | May 03, 2024

What is PowerShell? Microsoft PowerShell is a powerful administrative tool that can help you automate tasks for your computer and network.

Article
Fact or Fiction: Common Downfalls of Data Visualizations
By Sanket Shah | May 02, 2024

Visuals can tell a story and explain complex ideas, but they must be used effectively. Learn the five biggest downfalls of data visualization.

Article
Paper vs. Electronic Medical Records
By Max Freedman | May 01, 2024

Most medical practices have switched to electronic recordkeeping, but there's still a place for paper.

Review
Zoom Review
By Jessica Elliott | April 30, 2024

Zoom Phone offers internet-based phone services with feature-rich video conferencing tools. See pricing and how it stacks up to competitors.

GoTo Connect company logo
Review
GoTo Connect Review and Pricing
By Jessica Elliott | April 29, 2024

GoTo Connect combines the power and reliability of Jive's cloud VoIP phone systems with GoTo Meeting's web, audio, and video conferencing into one simple, reliable, and flexible solution.

Article
How Photoshop Has Maintained Market Dominance
By Sean Peek | April 18, 2024

Photoshop remains supreme among editing software for photos, graphics and videos. Here's how and why to use Photoshop for your business.

Article
What Is an Auto-Dialer?
By Shannon Flynn | April 10, 2024

Auto-dialing software has been around for some time, but it can be confusing to the average person. Here's how it can be a game-changer for businesses.

Article
What Is a Virtual Phone Number?
By Mark Fairlie | April 10, 2024

Learn everything you need to know about virtual phone lines and how you can use one to optimize your business in a matter of moments.

Article
18 Video Conferencing Etiquette Tips for Presenters and Attendees
By Karina Fabian | April 10, 2024

Video conferences can be effective virtual meetings or a waste of time and resources. Learn 18 tips for more productive and enjoyable video conferences.

Article
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.

closeup of a hand on the receiver of an office phone
Article
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.

hand using a trackpad on a laptop
Article
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.

Article
Document Management Systems Explained
By Kiely Kuligowski | January 03, 2024

A document management system is software that provides an automated way to store, manage and track electronic documents and images of paper documents.

Tebra logo
Review
Tebra EMR Software Review and Pricing
By Leah Zitter | November 29, 2023

Tebra provides EHR systems to small practices and has no contractual requirements. The company understands the needs and budgetary restraints of smaller practices, while allowing the option of...

Review
CareCloud EHR Software Review and Pricing
By Leah Zitter | November 16, 2023

CareCloud is a relatively inexpensive and easy-to-use electronic health record (EHR) system with a modern user interface and an optional integrated practice management system. It has no startup costs...

Zoho Assist
Review
Zoho Assist Review and Pricing
By Nadia Reckmann | November 08, 2023

Zoho Assist is great remote PC access software for companies that offer their customers hands-on technical support for their products. It's also optimal for small and midsize businesses that need to...

Article
What Is a Document Repository?
By Kiely Kuligowski | November 06, 2023

A document repository can provide secure and efficient document storage for your business. Learn the benefits and get software recommendations.

Article
How to Build a Microsoft Document Management System
By Mark Fairlie | November 03, 2023

Discover how to build a customized Microsoft document management system for your business with the workflows, security and integrations you want.

Super Mario characters standing in front of a Nintendo Switch
Article
Nintendo Was Making Games in 1889
By Dan Ketchum | October 03, 2023

(Just without video.)

cell phone
Article
Dumb Phones Are Cool Again — But Can You Run a Business With One? (Full Q&A)
By Dan Ketchum | October 03, 2023

An interview with Will Stults of dumbwireless.

Review
TeamViewer Remote PC Access Review and Pricing
By Skye Schooley | September 14, 2023

TeamViewer is an easy-to-use remote PC access solution that offers a long list of features and security protocols so your remote interactions are efficient and safe.

athenahealth logo
Review
athenaCollector Review and Pricing
By Leah Zitter | September 14, 2023

athenaCollector is a good medical billing service for practices of various specialties, with several great features to efficiently handle your billing process, including a billing rules engine and...

Dr. Chrono logo
Review
DrChrono Medical Billing Software Review and Pricing
By Leah Zitter | September 14, 2023

The DrChrono suite of electronic health record and medical billing software is simple to use for front-office staff and physicians. It offers a hybrid plan for new practices that are just ramping up.

Review
RemotePC Review and Pricing
By Nadia Reckmann | September 14, 2023

RemotePC is an access solution that allows you to control your computer through the internet with just about any device. It is compatible with Apple and Android devices as well as both PCs and Macs.