1. Get all the tech you need<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\nEven if you’re not running a hi-tech operation, the success of your business could hinge on an efficient and reliable communications system – so make sure you’ve got all the necessary tech hardware and software you need, including the right broadband package.<\/p>\n
Even if you have to pay out a bit more up front for more suitable or reliable systems, weigh up the pros and cons, getting a second opinion if necessary. A word of warning, though – it’s easy to go way over budget at this point, so make sure there’s a good reason for everything you buy, it’s about getting the balance right.<\/p>\n
2. Get your website right<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nYour website is often the first, and sometimes only, point of contact your customers will have with your business – so don’t fall into the trap of just making do with a site to have an online presence.<\/div>\n<\/div>\nIt’s important to tailor your site to the needs of both your business and its customers, make sure it’s easily navigable, responsive to mobile devices and is search engine optimised – a word of warning though, the\u00a0SEO industry, just like any other, has its fair share of rip-off merchants, so get plenty of quotes for work to make sure you don’t pay over the odds.<\/div>\n<\/div>\nAnd make sure you get a full analytic package so you know who your customers are, as well as how, when and why they got there – this data could be vital to give your business an edge over the competition.<\/div>\n3. Get ahead in the clouds<\/h2>\n\nStorage and data space can be a big issue for small businesses – the good news is you don’t have to blow your entire tech budget on buying an expensive solution as there are plenty of free service providers out there.<\/p>\n
For more on cloud storage, read The best ways to keep your head in the clouds<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n4. Don’t scrimp on security<\/h2>\n
Over half (55%) of people polled in a recent survey on data security admitted to sending work related emails or documents to their personal email accounts, while almost half (48%) will log on to an unsecured network.<\/p>\n
So make sure any devices used by employees have up to date software security installed – including any of their own devices that are used for work purposes – and make sure your business has a strong password policy.<\/p>\n
5. \u00a0Get round-the-clock- support<\/h2>\n
Make sure you get the right tech support network, and one that is available 24\/7 – computer systems don’t just crash during office hours!<\/p>\n
And for SEO purposes, try to use a website hosting company that is based in the same country as your business.<\/p>\n
6. Get on board with social media<\/h2>\n
Social media may not be suitable for all businesses, but it’s something that every business owner should consider as a way to get their name out there.<\/p>\n
If you’re not convinced by the power of social media, check out this infographic<\/a>.<\/p>\n7. Consider conference calling<\/h2>\n
Ever-increasing travel and property costs mean that visiting clients and even renting an office space is an expense you can do without – thankfully, technology is helping to make geography less and less of a consideration in the business world.<\/p>\n
And if you can work from home, or have employees work from home, then you’ll need a reliable conference call<\/a> provider – so consider how many people you are likely to need on a conference call, whether you’ll need international conference calling and then weigh up your options.<\/p>\nAnything we’ve missed? Let us know…<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
Even if you’re not running a hi-tech operation, the success of your business could hinge on an efficient and reliable communications system – so make sure you’ve got all the necessary tech hardware and software you need, including the right broadband package.<\/p>\n
Even if you have to pay out a bit more up front for more suitable or reliable systems, weigh up the pros and cons, getting a second opinion if necessary. A word of warning, though – it’s easy to go way over budget at this point, so make sure there’s a good reason for everything you buy, it’s about getting the balance right.<\/p>\n
2. Get your website right<\/h2>\n<\/div>\nYour website is often the first, and sometimes only, point of contact your customers will have with your business – so don’t fall into the trap of just making do with a site to have an online presence.<\/div>\n<\/div>\nIt’s important to tailor your site to the needs of both your business and its customers, make sure it’s easily navigable, responsive to mobile devices and is search engine optimised – a word of warning though, the\u00a0SEO industry, just like any other, has its fair share of rip-off merchants, so get plenty of quotes for work to make sure you don’t pay over the odds.<\/div>\n<\/div>\nAnd make sure you get a full analytic package so you know who your customers are, as well as how, when and why they got there – this data could be vital to give your business an edge over the competition.<\/div>\n3. Get ahead in the clouds<\/h2>\n\nStorage and data space can be a big issue for small businesses – the good news is you don’t have to blow your entire tech budget on buying an expensive solution as there are plenty of free service providers out there.<\/p>\n
For more on cloud storage, read The best ways to keep your head in the clouds<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n4. Don’t scrimp on security<\/h2>\n
Over half (55%) of people polled in a recent survey on data security admitted to sending work related emails or documents to their personal email accounts, while almost half (48%) will log on to an unsecured network.<\/p>\n
So make sure any devices used by employees have up to date software security installed – including any of their own devices that are used for work purposes – and make sure your business has a strong password policy.<\/p>\n
5. \u00a0Get round-the-clock- support<\/h2>\n
Make sure you get the right tech support network, and one that is available 24\/7 – computer systems don’t just crash during office hours!<\/p>\n
And for SEO purposes, try to use a website hosting company that is based in the same country as your business.<\/p>\n
6. Get on board with social media<\/h2>\n
Social media may not be suitable for all businesses, but it’s something that every business owner should consider as a way to get their name out there.<\/p>\n
If you’re not convinced by the power of social media, check out this infographic<\/a>.<\/p>\n7. Consider conference calling<\/h2>\n
Ever-increasing travel and property costs mean that visiting clients and even renting an office space is an expense you can do without – thankfully, technology is helping to make geography less and less of a consideration in the business world.<\/p>\n
And if you can work from home, or have employees work from home, then you’ll need a reliable conference call<\/a> provider – so consider how many people you are likely to need on a conference call, whether you’ll need international conference calling and then weigh up your options.<\/p>\nAnything we’ve missed? Let us know…<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
3. Get ahead in the clouds<\/h2>\n\nStorage and data space can be a big issue for small businesses – the good news is you don’t have to blow your entire tech budget on buying an expensive solution as there are plenty of free service providers out there.<\/p>\n
For more on cloud storage, read The best ways to keep your head in the clouds<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n4. Don’t scrimp on security<\/h2>\n
Over half (55%) of people polled in a recent survey on data security admitted to sending work related emails or documents to their personal email accounts, while almost half (48%) will log on to an unsecured network.<\/p>\n
So make sure any devices used by employees have up to date software security installed – including any of their own devices that are used for work purposes – and make sure your business has a strong password policy.<\/p>\n
5. \u00a0Get round-the-clock- support<\/h2>\n
Make sure you get the right tech support network, and one that is available 24\/7 – computer systems don’t just crash during office hours!<\/p>\n
And for SEO purposes, try to use a website hosting company that is based in the same country as your business.<\/p>\n
6. Get on board with social media<\/h2>\n
Social media may not be suitable for all businesses, but it’s something that every business owner should consider as a way to get their name out there.<\/p>\n
If you’re not convinced by the power of social media, check out this infographic<\/a>.<\/p>\n7. Consider conference calling<\/h2>\n
Ever-increasing travel and property costs mean that visiting clients and even renting an office space is an expense you can do without – thankfully, technology is helping to make geography less and less of a consideration in the business world.<\/p>\n
And if you can work from home, or have employees work from home, then you’ll need a reliable conference call<\/a> provider – so consider how many people you are likely to need on a conference call, whether you’ll need international conference calling and then weigh up your options.<\/p>\nAnything we’ve missed? Let us know…<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
Storage and data space can be a big issue for small businesses – the good news is you don’t have to blow your entire tech budget on buying an expensive solution as there are plenty of free service providers out there.<\/p>\n
For more on cloud storage, read The best ways to keep your head in the clouds<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n\n4. Don’t scrimp on security<\/h2>\n
Over half (55%) of people polled in a recent survey on data security admitted to sending work related emails or documents to their personal email accounts, while almost half (48%) will log on to an unsecured network.<\/p>\n
So make sure any devices used by employees have up to date software security installed – including any of their own devices that are used for work purposes – and make sure your business has a strong password policy.<\/p>\n
5. \u00a0Get round-the-clock- support<\/h2>\n
Make sure you get the right tech support network, and one that is available 24\/7 – computer systems don’t just crash during office hours!<\/p>\n
And for SEO purposes, try to use a website hosting company that is based in the same country as your business.<\/p>\n
6. Get on board with social media<\/h2>\n
Social media may not be suitable for all businesses, but it’s something that every business owner should consider as a way to get their name out there.<\/p>\n
If you’re not convinced by the power of social media, check out this infographic<\/a>.<\/p>\n7. Consider conference calling<\/h2>\n
Ever-increasing travel and property costs mean that visiting clients and even renting an office space is an expense you can do without – thankfully, technology is helping to make geography less and less of a consideration in the business world.<\/p>\n
And if you can work from home, or have employees work from home, then you’ll need a reliable conference call<\/a> provider – so consider how many people you are likely to need on a conference call, whether you’ll need international conference calling and then weigh up your options.<\/p>\nAnything we’ve missed? Let us know…<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
4. Don’t scrimp on security<\/h2>\n
Over half (55%) of people polled in a recent survey on data security admitted to sending work related emails or documents to their personal email accounts, while almost half (48%) will log on to an unsecured network.<\/p>\n
So make sure any devices used by employees have up to date software security installed – including any of their own devices that are used for work purposes – and make sure your business has a strong password policy.<\/p>\n
5. \u00a0Get round-the-clock- support<\/h2>\n
Make sure you get the right tech support network, and one that is available 24\/7 – computer systems don’t just crash during office hours!<\/p>\n
And for SEO purposes, try to use a website hosting company that is based in the same country as your business.<\/p>\n
6. Get on board with social media<\/h2>\n
Social media may not be suitable for all businesses, but it’s something that every business owner should consider as a way to get their name out there.<\/p>\n
If you’re not convinced by the power of social media, check out this infographic<\/a>.<\/p>\n Ever-increasing travel and property costs mean that visiting clients and even renting an office space is an expense you can do without – thankfully, technology is helping to make geography less and less of a consideration in the business world.<\/p>\n And if you can work from home, or have employees work from home, then you’ll need a reliable conference call<\/a> provider – so consider how many people you are likely to need on a conference call, whether you’ll need international conference calling and then weigh up your options.<\/p>\n7. Consider conference calling<\/h2>\n
Anything we’ve missed? Let us know…<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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