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Shane Avron is a freelance writer, specializing in business, general management, enterprise software, and digital technologies. In addition to Flevy, Shane's articles have appeared in Huffington Post, Forbes Magazine, among other business journals.

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5 Tools to Upgrade Your Commercial HVAC Business

Are you thinking about transforming your HVAC business to the next level? If so, you need to have advanced tools that can allow you to realize this dream. After all, your tools determine whether the quality of your services can satisfy your client’s needs. But if you’ve been running your commercial HVAC business for a […]

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The Key Features of Field Service Management Software

Field service management is a term used to refer to organizing and coordinating resources, employees, and equipment in work activities performed outside the office or away from the company property. Field services include repair and maintenance, customer support, sales, consultations, and regular inspection. Field activities require tracking, streamlining, organizing, and updating. Without a central managing […]

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Using a Business Analyst Test to Find the Perfect Candidate

A business analyst is a highly specialized role in charge of bridging the gap between IT and a business. Their responsibilities include assessing processes, determining requirements, and delivering data-driven recommendations and reports to executives and stakeholders using data analytics. Effective business analysts are able to work with company executives and users to figure out how […]

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What Is an Event Management Tool (and How It Helps Boost Your Business)

Event management software has become very popular, because it simplifies the complexities of big events. Event management tools are used by companies of all sizes and industries, for both internal and external events. They allow you to make the most of your budget, keep track of tasks, and communicate more effectively with your team members. […]

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Corporate Newsletters: Writing Guide for Managers

Corporate newsletters are printed communications used by the organization for internal and external communications. These newsletters are mainly sent to the employees, subscribers, customers, and the target audiences either in hard copy or softcopy through email. There are many companies out there producing thousands of newsletters about their products and services. So, how do you […]

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Can You Bridge Business Science and Data Intelligence in Cloud Data Warehouses?

In 2021, you don’t need someone to tell you that digital transformation has already become a mainstay for modern businesses. While companies were already leveraging different types of digital technology, the COVID-19 pandemic has further accelerated the process. One of the most significant outcomes of the digital transformation of businesses is the generation of a […]

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3 Factors That Hinder Business Productivity

Productivity plays a crucial role in the success of your business. Being productive means the company utilizes the available resources more efficiently while also improving overall output. As such, every business owner aims to constantly boost productivity among their employees and company operations. If you’re not seeing the level of productivity you want for your […]

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How Workplace Comfort Boosts Employee Productivity

Business owners have their respective strategies to preserve the efficiency of their operations. Besides investing in high-tech equipment, scouting for the best talents may also give you a competitive advantage. Gathering professionals who have strong work ethics and excellent credentials can help you materialize your vision for the company. However, these employees might not be […]

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How Many Buyer Personas Does Your Business Need?

If you’re like most business owners, you’ve probably heard of the term ‘buyer persona’ at least once. A buyer persona is a fictional representation of your target audience or ideal customers. Due to its substantial benefits for a business, many entrepreneurs and business owners consider buyer personas as one of the essential elements of a […]

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The ABCs of Coding Qualitative Data for Beginners

When conducting qualitative research, surveys and interviews can generate the most valuable information. Free-form texts or open-ended questions enable participants to give more detailed feedback. Yet, analyzing these data can be challenging. This is because they don’t have numerical statistics to back them up. They are not encapsulated in complex formulas to ensure definite results. […]

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Tips in Choosing the Location of Your Business Franchise

Buying a franchise has numerous benefits, especially if you choose one that is well-established and well-known. You’ll be happy to know there are a variety of affordable business franchises available, such as dog training or fast-food chains. In addition, you will have the resources you need and the support of your franchisor. However, there are […]

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7 Things to Consider before Starting an Online Store

Starting an online store can be a great way to make additional income or even start a successful business. An online storefront doesn’t require the amount of space it takes to house inventory, rent is generally cheaper than retail location costs, and it makes your business accessible from anywhere. Given that this type of business […]

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