5 Types of Cyber Criminals and How to Protect Against Them Understanding the types of cyber criminals and their techniques can help protect your organization from a data breach. Here are some common threats and steps a business can take. #1…
Energy Efficiency for Small Businesses Appropriate temperature control is frequently a challenge for businesses. Heating and cooling systems are frequently running at a greater capacity than required when the building is not occupied: heating is used to prevent water pipes…
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Great Leadership Matters in Any Business No one factor makes a company admirable. But if you were forced to pick the one that makes the most difference, you'd pick leadership. Not any leadership--but one that matters. If you are an…
10 Tips For Starting A Small Business That You Haven't Heard A Thousand Times Already If you’ve thought about opening your own business, you might have begun to look for advice. There are so many tips for starting a new…
Covering losses with business interruption insurance Standard property insurance covers physical damage and losses—furniture destroyed in a fire, a storm-damaged office building or stolen equipment. This coverage can help you pay the costs of rebuilding or replacing damaged property. But…
When disaster strikes: Preparation, response and recovery No business is totally immune from disaster. Every year, businesses temporarily shut down—or close forever—because of a disaster such as a flood, fire or hurricane. Forty percent of businesses do not reopen after…
The 9 Essential Types of Small Business Insurance The 9 Essential Types of Small Business Insurance Workers Compensation Insurance (Required) Unemployment Compensation Insurance (Required) Disability Insurance (Required in Some States) General Liability Insurance Commercial Property Insurance Professional Liability Insurance Insurance…
Worker participation in preventing safety mishaps key: CSB A lack of effective worker participation in process safety efforts heightens the risk of employee injuries and serious safety incidents, according to a new report by the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard…
Steps for developing a small business disaster recovery plan Businesses that are forced to close down following a disaster run the risk of never being able to open their doors again. While there’s no way to lower the risk of…
