Relishing the Perfect Storm
In March, Stefanini, a $1B global IT provider, announced Spencer Gracias as the new CEO for the North America and Asia Pacific regions. Working from the company’s U.S. headquarters, Gracias...
SAE World Congress is ‘must’ gathering for automotive insiders
It may be a somewhat obvious statement, but for at least 10,000 members of the organization once formally known as the Society of Automotive Engineers—the place to be this...
When ‘Help’ Means an Electronic Assistant is at Your Beck and Call
If you know who Alexa is and you’ve asked her to turn up the heat or play you some music, then chances are you are already familiar with home-voice...
Here’s How to Develop Your Brand with Social Media
Does your business have authority in the online marketplace? If you’re not sure, the answer is, No. What does authority have to do with social media in 2017? Everything....
Retail Giant Walmart Keeps Finger in Online Space With Yet Another Purchase
Walmart, long known as the quintessential "brick and mortar" giant nationwide, has picked up another retailer known mainly for its online presence.
The new acquisition, announced last week and first...
Amazon Continues to Build Broad Infrastructure With New Fulfillment Center
As part of its bid to boost its customer base and services like its Prime delivery option, Amazon.com, Inc. is in the midst of growth through the building of...
Microsoft Makes Major Move to Detroit’s Tech-Centric Downtown
In a move that Bedrock Detroit officials have dreamed of for months if not years, the real-estate firm and Microsoft Corp. officials announced Friday that the technology company will move some of its operations into downtown Detroit.
National Auto Supplier Extends Reach With Innovation Center
Some might look at the newly opened Innovation Center that Lear Corp., one of the key national players in the automotive supply chain, as just one building, one renovation,...
With Virtual Reality Taking Off in Popularity, At Least One Media Pro is Diving...
Ask any of a number of filmmakers and producers nationwide about what they think the “next big thing” in the industry is likely to be and it won’t be...
Video, Quality Content Key to Social Media in 2017
Make plans to develop your brand authority, find your fans, guide your audience and share your story in the year ahead.
The Internet of Things and the Big Brother of Clean
The Big Brother of Clean isn’t out to get you, it’s out to enhance your peace of mind and your janitorial provider’s performance.
Why Tech Hubs are Important
One element that stands out in an economically thriving region is the emergence of a collaborative center: A place where ideas are encouraged and cultivated, where innovation and creativity is translated into tangible results.
How Imagery Drives Digital Marketing
Are you using great visuals to attract more customers? The fact is, good imagery gets your message across quickly.
Three Workarounds for Google’s Limitations
These alternatives help business users work smarter — not harder — and make it easier than ever to leverage the power of technology to the advantage of businesses both large and small.
e-Commerce Optimization: What to Include on Your Website
Can a smaller retailer compete against the big players online? Here's how to maximise your visibility -- however large or small you are.
Cybersecurity Isn’t Just the IT Department’s Job
It’s an astounding statistic: 60 percent of small companies are unable to sustain their business within six months of a cybercrime attack, according to the U.S. National Cyber Security Alliance. John Hey and other information technology experts advise small business managers to foster a culture of cybersecurity.
How Data Can Help Drive Success of Local Business—With a Little Analytical Help
When doing business with your bank in the traditional sense, most probably think of working with an organization to keep deposits secure, provide money transaction capabilities and make loans....
Keeping Your Business Open During an Outage
Picture a dining room full of hungry diners. Everyone is just sitting down to enjoy a midday salad when, all of a sudden, darkness hits.
Some patrons walk out; new...
‘En Garde’—Geo-Fencing/Geo-Conquest One of Latest Tools in Battle for Customers
That small screen. You know, the one that you wake up and check first thing in the morning and shut down when your eyes feel like they are about...
How to Weather a Potential Business Storm Using Data
Weather reports factor heavily into the big — and small — decisions we make on a daily basis. Forecasts can dictate your morning commute to work, afternoons mowing the...