Business Cloud Framework
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Business Cloud for Manufacturing
2012-05-13The Business Cloud can provide numerous benefits for nearly every business sector. This week we will look at what it can do for the Manufacturing sector.
Small businesses in the manufacturing sector have very specific requirements for their software which can easily be met with the flexibility of the Business Cloud.
Here is how the Business Cloud [...] -
Business Cloud for your Project
2012-05-06The Business Cloud can provide numerous benefits for nearly every business sector. This week we will look at what it can do for any business that needs a Project Solution.
Any business embarking on a large project needs all the help and assistance it can get to try and stay on schedule and avoid distractions.
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Business Cloud for Service Businesses
2012-04-29The Business Cloud can provide numerous benefits for nearly every business sector. This week we will look at what it can do for Service Businesses.
A service business needs to take advantage of our software to be able to compete in a difficult market.
Here is how the Business Cloud can help a service business:
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Flexible Working and Collaboration
2012-04-28The terms “flexible working” and “collaboration” might seem at first to be very far apart.
The growing demand for flexible working and advances in technology have been instrumental in allowing many people to work part-time who would otherwise not be able to. The problem with this is that employees often have trouble working together closely on [...]
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Cloud Integration Improves Your Finances
2012-04-25What is the point of having a website or online shop if it isn’t directly integrated with your business software as well?
Keeping track of your finances can be difficult at the best of times, but without direct integration between your online sales and your financial management software it makes things even harder.
A working system with [...] -
Integrated Solutions: The Sensible Choice
2012-04-23How much does your business pay for software in total?
If you add up how much your business spends annually on software it might shock you. However the bigger problem is not just the cost of all this software combined, but the fact that the majority (if not all) of this software will not have [...]
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Business Cloud for Students
2012-04-22The Business Cloud can provide numerous benefits for nearly every business sector. This week we will look at what it can do for a Student.
If you are a student it can be difficult to bridge the gap between what you are learning and starting a business when you graduate.
Here is how the Business Cloud can [...] -
Business Cloud on the High Street
2012-04-15The Business Cloud can provide numerous benefits for nearly every business sector. This week we will look at what it can do for a High Street Retailer.
If you operate a business on the High Street you will be aware of how competitive it is. People are shopping online more often than ever, forcing many high [...]
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New WinWeb Website Launches
2012-03-26Our brand new, completely redesigned website went live on Friday. What do you think?
The new website focuses more on the Business Cloud Framework because we believe that this is critical for businesses of every size to consider.
We want your feedback on the new website design! Let us know what you think about it. Get in [...] -
Business Franchising
2012-02-26Franchises can be a great way to get started running your own business, without risking as much as you would with a typical small business startup.
A franchise is an agreement allowing the franchisor to market itself as a trademarked business. They pay a premium for this privilege, but in exchange they receive assistance to help [...] -
Your First Business
2012-01-05Starting your first business can be a very overwhelming process.
Unfortunately, a large number of start-ups fail within the first few years of their existence. Any decision to start your own business should never be entered into lightly, especially if it will involve you quitting a secure job. Entrepreneurship is particularly risky at the moment with [...] -
Making business changes for the New Year
2012-01-04Your New Year Resolution should be to change the way in which your business operates.
2011 was a difficult year for many small businesses. In order to make 2012 run more smoothly here are some tips for operating a business.
Promote your business more You don’t need a large budget to make an impact with your marketing. [...] -
Purchasing a small business
New small businesses have a very high mortality rate and it is estimated that around half of all new business ventures will not survive during the first three years.
So, for people who want to run your own business but can’t stand the high risk of start-up failure, buying an existing business is an option. But [...] -
Starting a new business for the New Year?
2012-01-03January is one of the most popular months for new startups to begin their journey.
If you have been delaying your dream of starting your own business, the beginning of 2012 should be your impetus to actually get started and kick things off. Many thousands of people across the globe will be doing exactly the same [...] -
Positivity is the key to a successful home business
2011-12-23The best way of navigating through difficult periods of your working life is to set achievable short-term goals and work to complete them.
Starting a new business from scratch can be extremely stressful. It doesn’t matter how much planning or funding your business has – without a positive outlook your business will struggle to succeed. Even [...] -
Cut down on paper waste
2011-12-15With a little effort, small businesses can dramatically reduce their carbon footprint over a period of time.
Going paperless can also save your small business money and help improve your productivity. Deciding to turn your office into a paper-free zone can be a daunting prospect, but there are a number of techniques you can use to [...] -
Bootstrapping techniques for small business
Bootstrapping is the best way of running a small business on a low budget.
Here are some great ideas for keeping down your costs:
Specialisation: Your industry knowledge is very valuable and can earn you money. Share your wisdom online as much as possible (without giving away trade secrets, obviously). Contribute advice at online forums and start [...] -
Online Business Security
2011-11-29If you or your employees are using the Internet without taking any action to protect yourself, it could result in disaster for your business.
It is important to take preventative measures to avoid viruses or hackers that might cause downtime or tarnish the reputation of your company.
The first step in making an unprotected computer more secure [...] -
Networking for business
2011-11-28A networking event is a great way for you to meet new people in a non-selling capacity.
The key to networking success is to avoid selling directly. The best networkers are always friendly, relaxed and very keen to ask questions about other businesses. This is because they are concentrating on getting to know the right contacts [...] -
Want a more efficient business?
It is possible to improve the overall efficiency of your business simply by making small changes in certain areas.
Although your business might be doing well, it is always useful to look at your business processes and evaluate whether anything could be improved.
Firstly, examine whether your bank is still giving your business the best [...] -
Leave the city and get away from it all
2011-11-27Looking for a complete lifestyle change? You might want to consider starting a rural business.
This is a completely different prospect to running an urban business and perhaps may even require more effort to be successful, but it is extremely rewarding. Rural communities depend on a wide number of economic activities, even though these days [...] -
Keeping your business alive
2011-11-25Most business failures are due to relatively simple errors that occur through lack of experience.
The high mortality rate of start-up businesses is something that we at WinWeb strive to help lower. With this in mind, consider some of the following common mistakes that a rookie business owner can make.
Don’t become arrogant and start assuming that [...] -
The Basics of SaaS
2011-11-24Our software is not available to purchase from a shop, order on a disk or download.
We prefer to offer our software suite as an on-demand application that can be accessed wherever you can find web access. This method is known as Software-as-a-Service (SaaS).
If you have used web-based e-mail before then you already know how SaaS [...] -
Launching a new product
The process of turning an idea into a business can be lengthy and disheartening
Despite this, it is important to stay positive. Every year, thousands of new products are launched and some become household names. If you feel that you have a great idea for a new product, you need to start working at turning [...] -
What is a Mumtrepreneur?
strong>Women in business often face discrimination that stops them from breaking through into senior management roles or onto the board.
Worldwide, the US has the highest number of female employees (52%) while India has the lowest with just 23%. The number of female board members in top companies in the UK is quite low, especially because [...] -
How can WinWeb help me work from home?
2011-11-23We provide software that makes it easier for businesses to work from home.
Home working (also known as telecommuting) is becoming increasingly popular. In recent years there has been a large growth in the number of small businesses operating from home. Large companies, particularly in the IT sector, are also now entering into telecommuting arrangements with [...] -
Getting your business back on track
2011-11-22Many businesses are having a rough time in the current economy.
The first thing you should do if your business is struggling is to refer back to your business plan. Examine whether you have strayed from the original premise of your business idea and evaluate whether this diversion has been successful or not. Conversely, if you [...] -
Reducing your effect on the environment
E-waste is a growing problem for small business.
Wondered what happens to your old computer when you throw it out of your small business? Well, there are huge amounts of e-waste building up in developing nations as a consequence. Countries such as China, India and many African nations are suffering a deluge of old computers and [...] -
Using WinWeb software to increase sales
strong>When selling, you must convince potential customers that your offering is superior to the competition.
A very in-depth, almost encyclopedic, knowledge of your product is essential. You should be able to answer any question about it without hesitation because knowledge is the most powerful tool in the world of sales. A business website will allow you [...] -
SaaS: Great productivity from your Web Browser
2011-11-21Half of the world’s internet population currently use Internet Explorer.
However, WinWeb are well aware that many people prefer to use other popular browsers. That is why we support all the major browsers such as Chrome, Firefox and Safari.
It doesn’t matter which of these browsers you favour or whether you like to mix and match, your [...] -
Work from home and escape the rat race!
2011-11-18The challenge of running your own business could be just what you need.
If you are unhappy with your current job or feel that your career has stagnated, running a small business from home can be a life-changing experience.
Of course, quitting a steady job with a regular guaranteed salary to start a small business is often [...] -
Is your business prepared for the “Big Freeze”?
2011-11-17Over the previous two Winters, many small businesses have lost revenue due to the adverse weather conditions in the UK.
Heavy snowfall has caused chaos for two years in a row and not many people will be surprised if this Winter goes for the hat trick. The real issue is why the country still has to [...] -
WinWeb Business Cloud Framework – Business Management Platform
2011-10-04Managing your business requires planning, it requires focus on work-flow and it requires management skills.
Mid-size business has had these types of software solutions for decades now. Provided by the likes of SAP, NetSuite, salesforce.com and others, these are often horrendously expensive and as such not available to micro business and small business.
WinWeb’s Business Cloud [...]