Comcast Business: 5 things to ask when choosing an outside IT provider
Most business owners rely on their computer systems and technology to keep their companies humming. When technology stops working, the business stops working. Even a relatively “simple” problem or question could involve hours of troubleshooting, resulting in unplanned downtime and expenses. Proper management of technology can not only minimize pesky tech issues that drag down […]
Bo knows — New partnership aligns famous sports name with athletic goals for youth
Take the popularity of youth sports, a big name, two partners and the city of Hilliard — what do you get? A new sports complex coming to Central Ohio. A partnership between Bo Jackson’s Elite Sports and The Sports Facility Advisory has been cemented to build the second Bo Jackson’s Elite Sports complex in the […]
Semanoff Ormsby Greenberg & Torchia: How to negotiate with your bank when they don’t want you anymore
It’s something every business owner fears — the phone rings or you get a letter or email from your bank. They don’t want you as a customer/borrower anymore. What do you do from that point? The most important thing is not to panic, says Charles W. Ormsby, Jr., managing member at Semanoff Ormsby Greenberg & […]
CRESCO: How to be the winning bidder on a property with multiple offers
Two years ago, multiple bidders for commercial property in Northeast Ohio would have been unheard of. Now, market power has shifted from the buyer/tenant to owner/landlord. Vacancy rates have dipped and the quality of the product on the market has significantly decreased, says George J. Pofok, CCIM, SIOR, senior vice president at CRESCO. “As the […]
ECBM: How cyber liability is the new general liability in business today
E-risk. Data and network security. Cyber liability. There are as many names for insurance that covers privacy and Internet liability as there are insurance companies. In general, “cyber” is a catchall phase referring to use of computers, the Internet, networks and electronic data, says Jan O’Rourke, CPCU, RPLU, ARM, assistant vice president and director of […]
Kreischer Miller: How to increase profits by developing more efficient processes
By definition, the term “waste” is an act or instance of performing or spending carelessly, extravagantly or to no purpose. Despite the negative connotations surrounding waste, many businesses are seeing waste as an opportunity. Successful businesses are actively engaged in the identification and reduction of waste in processes, says Robert S. Olszewski, a director at […]
Brown Smith Wallace: 2014 may be a good year to sell your business
When the recession set in a few years ago, companies saw their valuations decline as the money supply tightened and the acquisition market dried up. Business owners who put exit strategies on hold might find that now is a good time to revisit that option. “Having worked in the private equity space, I’ve noticed that […]
SMC Consulting: How a move consultant can reduce the burden of your office relocation
Relocation can be a challenge, but careful planning can be the difference between a move that’s difficult and one that’s smooth. “When managing an office move, a move consultant’s objective is to minimize disruption in the workplace and quickly return the office to a normal workflow,” says Patricia Meyers, marketing manager at SMC Consulting, LLC. […]
ChamberChoice: How to understand the employee benefit marketplace in the PPACA era
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) made sweeping changes to the insurance industry landscape. “Business owners and HR professionals will need to be in compliance with the rules and regulations set forth by PPACA. And, individuals will have increased questions about the health insurance marketplaces, individual mandate and underwriting,” says Michael Galardini, sales […]
Berliner Cohen: How to approach trade secret litigation
Trade secret cases are considerably different from other legal disputes, and not being properly prepared could prove costly. “A trade secrets complaint is not like other complaints that can be fixed later if there’s something missing,” says Christian E. Picone, a partner at Berliner Cohen. “Later” comes fast in trade secrets litigation. “A seasoned trade […]