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Changes to the HIPAA Omnibus from 2015 may affect the way that your healthcare business protects information and how you handle potential security breaches. As mobile and cloud technology continues to play an increasingly important in the healthcare industry, it’s important for all organizations to understand how these changes affect them. The Breach Notification Rule The latest version of the Breach Notification Rule requires healthcare providers and their associates to  [ Read More ]

Billionaire Daryl Katz has recently been in the news because of his $3 billion deal to sell his Rexall Drug stores to McKesson, an American pharmaceutical giant. Why did Katz buy the chain, only to sell it later? The story has its roots in family and embodies some vital lessons about personal growth and keeping up with industry changes. Building the Family Business Katz grew up in drugstores. Katz’s father, Barry, was  [ Read More ]

There is no better place to consider setting up a business than Hong Kong right now. China is very close to becoming the biggest, strongest economy on the planet, so it’s fair to say that it really is a land of opportunity for overseas investors. It can be a daunting place at times, particularly for westerners, but this is only because the culture is very different. A huge amount of  [ Read More ]

Every business owner knows that having a website, even a simple one, is pretty much a requirement in the information age – that is no longer under debate. Even if you aren’t actually selling your products or services online, your website takes on the role of a constantly available business card and advertisement for your company. In the digital age, most new customers simply won’t find you or know how  [ Read More ]

BitCoin is starting to become a widely-accepted currency. From online casinos, travel agencies and restaurants, the digital payment system created in 2008 is becoming more and more popular. Users tend to be the younger, Generation Z; those whom like innovation and change. Those also the ones who have grown up in the digital economy, purchasing virtual goods and playing social games, and in an era where they’re more-likely to make  [ Read More ]

If you are planning for your business to attend a trade show or exhibition, your main goal will be to generate high quality sales leads that follow through, expanding your company’s customer base and profits. However, although they can be hugely effective, it’s absolutely vital to put a lot of work into the planning stage of attending a trade show due to the fact that they are also highly competitive.  [ Read More ]

The Internet has turned hundreds of crafters into entrepreneurs, allowing people to follow their passions and use them to make money. However, selling your crafts online takes a certain amount of business and marketing know-how, just like any other business or industry. Follow these three tips if you’re serious about launching your online business and want to know exactly how to get your products out there. Create Pinterest Boards of  [ Read More ]

Smartphones enable small business owners to run their businesses from just about anywhere. It’s simply a matter of logging into an app and taking advantage of its functionality. Some apps are self-contained, while others connect to software on office computers. It’s easier than ever for a business owner to walk away from the physical location and still keep an eye on business without micromanaging. It’s now possible to invoice customers,  [ Read More ]

It is mandated by law, but many drivers still neglect to perform a complete and rigorous pre-trip inspection of their vehicles. Yet, the pre-trip inspection is arguably the most important responsibility a trucker has. The pre-trip inspection ensures that vehicles are safe ― for the driver, his or her cargo, and everyone else on the road. Unfortunately, because the law fails to provide guidelines regarding the duration of the pre-trip  [ Read More ]

Why are you broke all the time? You have a decent job and you don’t live like royalty ― so how is your wallet filled with cobwebs whenever you open it? Why does your checking account never exceed double digits? What gives? Unless you don’t actually have a decent job, you probably are paying more than you have to on a daily basis. It isn’t hard to rein in your  [ Read More ]