Join Canada Post Solutions for Small Business™ this October
October 09, 2024
Join Canada Post Solutions for Small Business™ this October
October 09, 2024
Unlock exclusive benefits to fuel your success!Canada Post is celebrating small businesses all October long! Get the most out of the celebration by becoming a Canada Post Solutions for Small Business™ member.Driving Digital Success: Strategies for Small Businesses to Succeed Online
Thursday, December 12
Driving Digital Success: Strategies for Small Businesses to Succeed Online
The Future of Retail Report: 2024 Edition - from Square
May 14, 2024
The Future of Retail Report: 2024 Edition - from Square
May 14, 2024
To uncover the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for retailers, Square partnered with Wakefield Research for the annual Future of Retail report to gather actionable insights for forward-looking retail leaders across the globe.The Future of Customers Report: 2024 Edition
February 20, 2024
The Future of Customers Report: 2024 Edition
February 20, 2024
The Square Future of Customers report gives insights into how shoppers today are making retail purchases in person or online, the way they like to dine, and their preferences when it comes to beauty providers.Your 2023 guide to driving profitability and reaching new customers with Google
Your 2023 guide to driving profitability and reaching new customers with Google
Google has gathered the latest global insights and tools you need to be nimble and adaptable, maintain your competitive edge, and stay profitable in an uncertain landscape.Going Global with eBay Canada
Tuesday, June 27
Going Global with eBay Canada
20 Steps to Increase your Valentine's Day Sales
20 Steps to Increase your Valentine's Day Sales
Since the day of hearts is upon us, we thought it’s high time to remind merchants about the things they can do to spread the love. You don’t have to be in the flowers or gifts industry to show your V-Day spirit.The Future of Commerce: 2023 Edition - From Square
February 03, 2023
The Future of Commerce: 2023 Edition - From Square
February 03, 2023
Square partnered with Wakefield Research to survey North American consumers, retail owners and restaurant owners to uncover insights about the 2023 commerce landscape.6 Methods for Touch-Free and Remote Payments
6 Methods for Touch-Free and Remote Payments
As customers look to avoid touching surfaces, in some parts of the country businesses are also limiting in-person contact. Touch-free transactions – allowing you to take a payment without making contact with a shared device – and remote payment options might be top of mind for your business.Managing Open Tabs: No Longer a Hassle
Managing Open Tabs: No Longer a Hassle
“Can I open a tab?” Five words every bartender wants to hear, as they usually translate into higher sales (which usually translates into higher tips). But managing open tabs can be a headache. So we’re making it way easier for you with our new Open Tickets feature in Square Point of Sale, a simple, easy way to keep track of multiple open tabs.Inventory Management 101: How to Manage Small Business Inventory
Inventory Management 101: How to Manage Small Business Inventory
It’s important to evaluate your business on a regular basis to ensure that you’re on track to succeed. One of the most integral part of your business is inventory management.How to Manage Your Food and Beverage Business During COVID-19
How to Manage Your Food and Beverage Business During COVID-19
Shelter-in-place orders across the country have pushed food and beverage businesses to make difficult decisions about if and how they operate. From coffee shops and food trucks to Michelin-star restaurants, many are adapting their models to best serve their communities and their employees.Eight remote working essentials to stay productive
Eight remote working essentials to stay productive
The second in our Keep your business moving securely series, this post offers eight remote working essentials to help you stay focused, productive, and secure from home. You can try out these tips at your business and/or share this post with anyone who may be procrastinating!Facebook Canada Launches Grant Program and New Supports for Small Businesses
May 27, 2020
Facebook Canada Launches Grant Program and New Supports for Small Businesses
May 27, 2020
To help support small businesses, Facebook Canada launched a program with nearly $3.5 million dedicated to supporting small businesses.Resources for Small Businesses during COVID-19
April 15, 2020
Resources for Small Businesses during COVID-19
April 15, 2020
Microsoft Project: The tool needed to help you organize your tasks
Microsoft Project: The tool needed to help you organize your tasks
We all manage projects but not all of us are Project Managers. The new Microsoft Project is here to help you organize your tasks. It is designed to be both simple and powerful, so anyone can get started quickly and take control of any project right away.How to Send Effective Order Confirmation Emails [Examples + Template]
How to Send Effective Order Confirmation Emails [Examples + Template]
Ultimately, when done right, email confirmations can help create customer loyalty, build awareness around other products or services, and drive traffic to your blog or social media accounts.Independent Retailers in Canada Struggle for Survival
August 22, 2019
Independent Retailers in Canada Struggle for Survival
August 22, 2019
Ready to take the lead with artificial intelligence? Good for you!
Ready to take the lead with artificial intelligence? Good for you!
Artificial intelligence. This fantastical concept of teaching computers to teach themselves has transitioned from sci-fi movie and TV screens to our business lives. But never mind the cool dramatizations. What does artificial intelligence really mean? And, realistically, how can you introduce it to your business to gain a competitive advantage?Rogers Small Business Centres – A Great Resource for Your Small Business
March 28, 2019
Rogers Small Business Centres – A Great Resource for Your Small Business
March 28, 2019
Prepping for the holiday season? Here’s your forecasting how-to
Prepping for the holiday season? Here’s your forecasting how-to
It’s something we see all too often during the holiday season: advertisers underestimate the demand they’re going to see and run out of budget leading into the Black Friday-Cyber Monday period.Five must-know efficiency tips for your business
Five must-know efficiency tips for your business
As an entrepreneur, you wear many hats: CEO. Vice President of Sales. Marketing Director. Caterer. Custodian. There often isn’t enough time in the day to complete everything that needs to get done.Connected Consumer Study: Digital assistants and the future of emerging technology in Canada
July 10, 2018
Connected Consumer Study: Digital assistants and the future of emerging technology in Canada
July 10, 2018
A Digital Transformation in Health
June 25, 2018
A Digital Transformation in Health
June 25, 2018
Small business efficiencies: the need to go digital
June 21, 2018
Small business efficiencies: the need to go digital
June 21, 2018
Automated processes can take your business to the next level and increase revenueGDPR and Microsoft 365 - Streamline your path to compliance
June 18, 2018
GDPR and Microsoft 365 - Streamline your path to compliance
June 18, 2018
GDPR IS NOW IN EFFECT. Assess and manage compliance risk. Discover the benefits of infrastructure and solutions utilizing integrated compliance controls that enable you to quickly assess and respond to your organization’s compliance risks on an ongoing basis. Streamline processes. Make reporting easier using built-in, audit-ready tools. Protect personal data. Adopt compliance requirements across three areas: identity and access management, information protection, and threat protection. Protect your customers' privacy—and achieve GDPR compliance with Microsoft 365.Visualize: The Power of Data Storytelling
Visualize: The Power of Data Storytelling
Register for this webinar, and learn how to unlock the hidden potential within your data through visualization. When it comes to data, gathering information is only half of the challenge – it’s what you do with it that counts. How do you communicate the insights gained from data more.How wireless technology is transforming independent retail
June 11, 2018
How wireless technology is transforming independent retail
June 11, 2018
Boost your business by adopting some of the strategies and tactics of large retailersCybersecurity for your business webinar
Cybersecurity for your business webinar
Data security is a major threat to businesses of all sizes and breaches can amount to huge losses. Watch this on-demand webinar to understand the risks your business faces and learn what steps to take to protect yourself & your customers from cybercrimeGet Ready for a 5G World: Wireless Innovation and Business Value
May 30, 2018
Get Ready for a 5G World: Wireless Innovation and Business Value
May 30, 2018
Join IDC and Rogers on June 14th for a stimulating discussion about the future of wireless in Canada and how it will impact your business.Introducing Microsoft Power BI
Introducing Microsoft Power BI
This free ebook introduces Microsoft Power BI basics through a practical, scenario-based guided tour of the tool, showing you how to build analytical solutions using Power BI. Read the ebook to get an overview of Power BI, or dig deeper and follow along on your PC using the book's examples.The Modern Retailer’s guide to free Microsoft resources in Canada
March 27, 2018
The Modern Retailer’s guide to free Microsoft resources in Canada
March 27, 2018
Welcome to the Modern Retailer’s guide to free Microsoft resources in Canada. You’ll find links to the latest free ebooks, software trials, inspiring videos, success stories, and useful links—here, all on a single page! Curated specifically for businesses managing the rapidly changing Canadian economy, these resources for retailers can help inform and inspire your digital transformation strategy. If you have questions, please feel free to contact us.The Complete Cybersecurity Guide for Small and Medium Businesses – 2018
The Complete Cybersecurity Guide for Small and Medium Businesses – 2018
Cybersecurity threats are growing every day, and not a day passes when there isn’t a story about some kind of breach or data theft in the news. Those of us who own or manage small and medium businesses know that cybersecurity is crucial and that we should be paying close attention to these issues. The problem comes in figuring out where to start.Great Canadian Success Stories
January 29, 2018
Great Canadian Success Stories
January 29, 2018
Learn from the some of the best successful business owners in Canada. Great Canadian small business owners share their success stories featuring the Microsoft Cloud and Office 365. Get inspired to modernize the way you manage your business.30 Billion Reasons to Accept Mobile Payments
January 22, 2018
30 Billion Reasons to Accept Mobile Payments
January 22, 2018
The Canadian mobile payments market was $30 billion in 2015, with researchers predicting significant growth by 2020.* That’s more than 30 billion reasons to grow your customer base by accepting mobile payments and offering the latest and safest technology. Data can be protected with encryption and tokenization so that your business doesn’t need to store your customers’ sensitive financial information.Small business survival tips for staff vacations
July 24, 2017
Small business survival tips for staff vacations
July 24, 2017
As a small business owner, it's not always easy to oblige when staff come in search of vacation time, particularly during peak periods such as school holidays.2017 Holiday Survival Guide
July 12, 2017
2017 Holiday Survival Guide
July 12, 2017
Did you know that Canada Post saw e-commerce holiday volumes nearly double in 2016 since 2012? With such high stakes, the holiday season can be a “make or break” period for merchants. The Holiday Survival Guide is based on proprietary research and provides insights and important tips to help you maximize this key selling season.Digital marketing does better with a physical component
June 12, 2017
Digital marketing does better with a physical component
June 12, 2017
When marketers go “all in” on digital campaigns, they may feel like they’re set up for success, but they’re actually losing out on the benefits that physical marketing provides in reinforcing their message.The best way to set-up your ecommerce shipping warehouse
May 12, 2017
The best way to set-up your ecommerce shipping warehouse
May 12, 2017
Learn the best way to set up your ecommerce store’s warehouse and shipping stations. Advice and tips from Aaron Rubin, ShipHero’s founder and CEO.Six Ways to Make Your Customers Love You
March 31, 2017
Six Ways to Make Your Customers Love You
March 31, 2017
We all know that great customer service is important, but how can you make your customers LOVE your business? Here are 6 tips from Toronto-based facilitator, marketer and content creation specialist Leigh Mitchell.
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