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The Different Types of Barcodes and How Various Industries Use Them

Barcodes are everywhere. They're on the products we buy and sell, and even on our packages in the mail. The barcode has even become somewhat of a cultural icon, appearing in movies, television shows, and literature. But what are barcodes? How do they work? And how are they used in different industries?

Avoid Shiny-Object Syndrome: Proven Software Drives Operational Gains

As a business owner/operator, you are always looking for ways to improve efficiency and profitability. It can be tempting to try new tools when you are frustrated with the results of your current systems. However, newcomers in the software industry sometimes enter the market with little to no experience and miss the mark when it comes to your company's best interests.

Here's Why You Need to Immediately Learn about Section 179

Section 179 can provide you with significant tax relief for this 2023 tax year, but equipment and software must be financed and in place before midnight, December 31st, 2023.

Why You Should Consider a Lease to Finance Your Software Investment

Every business owner knows that in order to stay competitive, they need to have great business management software. But, with the ever-changing landscape of technology, it can be hard to keep up. Not to mention, purchasing new software can be a significant investment. That's why more and more businesses are considering leasing as a way to finance their software needs.

Benefits of Using Windward Software to Manage Your Service Department

If you're in charge of managing a service department, you know that it can be a tricky business. There are a lot of moving parts, and it's easy for things to fall through the cracks. But there's no need to worry! Windward System Five can help you manage your service department with ease. From scheduling jobs to tracking technicians to managing parts inventory, Windward...

What Is Credit Card Tokenization & Why Does My Business Need It?

You may not realize this, but as a small business, you and your staff are an easy target for cybercriminals. You may be asking, 'What could your shop possibly have that these criminals want?' The answer to that is your customers' payment information. The best way to protect that information is to make it useless to them.  Tokenization is the key to making that happen.

How to Know When It's Time To Implement an ERP

Constant business meetings are a sign your company might be ready to upgrade to business management software.

Do you ever catch yourself wondering whether it’s time to start using business management software? After all, how do you know you need something if you’ve never tried it before? Don’t worry, you’re not the first owner or manager to ponder this.

How to Avoid Margin Erosion or Even Worse, Selling Below Cost

In working with customers across the verticals we support, we're seeing the impact of supply chain disruption and inflation. These topics are everywhere; dominating your news feeds and turning up in your supplier discussions. The reality hits when your Purchase Orders start getting shorted, and your AP Bills for inventory start creeping up. Finding stock at the right time...

Why Should My E-Commerce Solution Be “Talking To” My ERP?

Shoppers expect the same experience online as they do in-store. Your Point of Sale and Inventory Management system isn’t something that your customers can see, but it can make a world of difference in the level of service you can provide them. Read on to see why your E-commerce solution should be connected to your ERP.

How Lighting Showroom Software Can Illuminate Your Business

Lighting store software helps you keep track of more than just your fixtures and bulbs.

Whether it’s that collection of classic Tiffany table lamps or those sleek, modern "rustic" pendants, your lighting store showroom likely carries enough products that it could be seen from space.... 

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