Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Jobs

My role here at SAP is IoT Evangelist. It’s my job to go around and speak about how the Internet of Things is changing the way we live, work, and run our businesses. IoT Evangelist is a job title that didn’t exist 5 or 10 years ago – mainly because the Internet of Things wasn’t a “thing” 5 or 10 years ago. Today it is, so here I am. The fact is, technological change has a tremendous impact on the way we spend our working lives. Many of today’s jobs didn’t exist in the past. Of course, the reverse is true as well: a lot of jobs – mostly tedious/manual labor of some variety, think miners, lift operators, or similar – have gone away.

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New Signature delivers an amazing customer experience to small, mid-sized, enterprise and public sector customers and helps them solve business challenges with Microsoft solutions. Our process-driven approach is specifically designed to consistently deliver success to customers that need support for complex projects that require substantial creativity, strategic vision, and stellar technology expertise. We help our customers make major investment decisions through rigorous economic analysis that presents the value of Microsoft solutions. We then provide hands-on IT expertise to plan, design, deploy, customize and extend, manage and support their Microsoft solutions. New Signature ensures a maximum ROI by delivering customized user adoption and learning solutions for business users and IT professionals.

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Bridging B2B Gaps: MyTradeZone's Innovative Approach to Business Networking

Article | July 17, 2023

Become a member of MyTradeZone.com and build your permanent online booth showcasing your company profile, products, and services at the always-open networking event – it only takes minutes – the site is free to join. While social media demonstrates its prowess as a potent instrument for establishing connections with prospective clients and bolstering lead generation within the B2B sector, one vital challenge remains - the absence of a dedicated platform exclusively tailored for B2B enterprises. MyTradeZone has emerged as a guiding light within this domain, presenting a comprehensive solution customized to cater to the needs of B2B professionals and leaders. MyTradeZone's intelligent B2B search engine is your gateway to connect with other businesses to promote your products and services and to source products and services from suppliers. According to Forbes, 91% of small businesses used social media as a way of connecting with their market in 2021. A Gartner report also revealed that approximately 40% of B2B buyers use social media to help inform their purchasing decisions. Meanwhile, around 84% of C-level and VP-level buyers are influenced by social media when purchasing, according to International Data Group. However, despite the variegated benefits of social media, B2B players face significant hurdles when they lack a unified platform to conduct their operations. They lack a trade and social networking site for businesses. Without such a platform, they struggle to access the benefits that come with it, including: Difficulty in reaching niche audiences of professionals and businesses. Limited access to industry-specific products and services with insights and content. Struggles in fostering networking connections that actually count. Inability to personalize business content for improved and direct engagement. Challenges in utilizing specialized tools for effective lead generation. Concerns regarding data privacy and security. Dealing with overcrowded and chaotic digital spaces. Struggles in achieving measurable returns on investment directly aligned with business goals. Cost-effectively promoting their products & services, and generating leads. Taking advantage of emerging AI technology to do smart match-making. Furthermore, the costs and limitations of physical events exacerbate these challenges, such as: Participating in multiple physical trade shows and events at different locations is costly and often not feasible. This leads to missed opportunities for companies to reach potential prospects effectively. Networking opportunities at physical events are limited to the event's duration. The lack of a B2B creator ecosystem with monetization tools compounds these challenges. To address these challenges, B2B marketers often seek alternative approaches, such as an extensive exploration of various social media channels to reach and engage their target audience. Unfortunately, these efforts frequently fall short of achieving their desired results. In such a scenario, imagine the ease and convenience of having an innovative all-in-one solution readily available! MyTradeZone has emerged as a beacon in this space, offering a comprehensive solution tailored to B2B professionals. Here’s why it stands out: Targeted B2B Networking and Lead Generation MyTradeZone addresses the primary challenge of reaching a precise audience in the B2B sector. With its tailored approach, businesses can engage directly with other professionals, bypassing the clutter typically found on generic social media platforms. This precision in networking leads to more effective lead generation and relationship building. A Social Network Dedicated to Business One of the platform's strengths is its ability to provide users with access to social networking and collaboration tools specialized for B2B networking. Customizable and Intelligent Matchmaking The platform's AI-driven algorithms offer intelligent matchmaking and recommendations, aligning businesses with potential clients and partners who share similar interests and needs. This results in highly efficient and relevant connections. Monetization Opportunities for Creators MyTradeZone recognizes the importance of content creation in the B2B space. It empowers creators to monetize their work through peer-to-peer payments, creating a vibrant ecosystem for sharing valuable industry knowledge. Event and Trade Show Integration For trade associations and event organizers, MyTradeZone presents a unique opportunity to enhance their offerings. By integrating their events and trade shows into the platform, they can offer additional value to members and sponsors, extending networking opportunities beyond the limitations of physical event dates. Enhanced Data Privacy and Security In a world where data privacy and security are paramount, MyTradeZone places a strong emphasis on protecting its users' information. This commitment to security builds trust and credibility among its users. It enables users to exercise control over their privacy settings, allowing them to determine both the content that is displayed and the audience with whom it is shared. User-Friendly Interface and Tools The platform is designed with user-friendliness in mind. Businesses can easily establish a permanent profile, engage in discussions, manage groups, and utilize various tools for content sharing and collaboration. Provides a Unique Platform for Advertisers and Marketers MyTradeZone’s B2B search engine offers highly targeted – and – cost-effective advertisements to both buyers and sellers. Also, it provides a highly targeted audience with measurable metrics. Visionary Leadership Under the guidance of CEO and Chairman, Bachir Kassir, MyTradeZone leverages his extensive experience in the software and B2B industry to provide a platform that truly understands and meets the needs of its users. MyTradeZone.com also offers paid premium plans. You can see the details at https://mytradezone.com/pricing. For example, you can upgrade your listing from a free to Business Essential plan, and you can automatically have up to 10 keyword phrases of your choice where you company appear on the top of a search results. This alone worth trying the premium edition. MyTradeZone offers more than just a B2B social network; it provides a holistic solution for businesses looking to master the intricacies of the digital realm. With its focused approach, innovative features, and commitment to user experience, it stands as an indispensable tool for any B2B professional looking to make a mark in today's competitive environment. For additional inquiries, reach out to contact@mytradezone.com. Meanwhile, to stay updated on future platform improvements and promotions, connect with us at MyTradeZone.com. Scan the QR for more details.

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5 Tax-Related Resolutions for Smarter Small Business Accounting in 2020

Article | July 20, 2023

Accountants working with small businesses often play the role of business advisors, especially when it comes to educating their clients about tax regulations and reducing their tax bill by taking all legitimate factors into account. We’ve gathered four tips that accounting professionals can use as a check-list to give to their small and mid-size business owner clients looking to make better financial decisions this year.

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7 BIGGEST ENTREPRENEURIAL MISTAKES

Article | June 2, 2023

This is the first post in a seven-part-series detailing the biggest entrepreneurial mistakes business owners make. The series will run over the next few weeks so check back to learn more. These are the 7 Biggest Mistakes I have seen entrepreneurs and companies make that can devalue their Intellectual Property (“IP”) portfolio, damage their brand, or sink a deal. If you are considering turning your idea into a business, read this carefully first. There are other mistakes you can make, but these are the deal-breakers. Any one of these can cost you big bucks, credibility in the eyes of investors and potential partners, and ultimately lead to evaporation of the value of your idea.

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How to Report Revenue on a Small-Business Credit Card Application

Article | February 10, 2020

When filling out the “revenue” portion of a small-business credit card application, you want to make your small business or side hustle look its very best without stretching the truth. But revenue can swing dramatically from year to year, and credit card applications often don’t spell out what you should or shouldn’t include when reporting it. So what counts as an honest, just-the-facts answer? Generally, in credit card applications, issuers want to know your verifiable gross revenue from the previous year.

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New Signature delivers an amazing customer experience to small, mid-sized, enterprise and public sector customers and helps them solve business challenges with Microsoft solutions. Our process-driven approach is specifically designed to consistently deliver success to customers that need support for complex projects that require substantial creativity, strategic vision, and stellar technology expertise. We help our customers make major investment decisions through rigorous economic analysis that presents the value of Microsoft solutions. We then provide hands-on IT expertise to plan, design, deploy, customize and extend, manage and support their Microsoft solutions. New Signature ensures a maximum ROI by delivering customized user adoption and learning solutions for business users and IT professionals.

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Gupshup Launches WhatsApp-based Commerce Solution for All Businesses

Gupshup | December 21, 2021

Gupshup, the market leader in conversational messaging, announced today the launch of a WhatsApp-based commerce solution that enables any business to construct a digital "storefront" on WhatsApp. Businesses can offer conversational journeys throughout the purchasing process, including pre-purchase, purchase, and post-purchase. Gupshup enables businesses to manage the whole purchasing experience on WhatsApp. Additionally, this comprehensive commerce solution makes use of Gupshup's newly announced 1-Click Bill Pay function, which enables companies to collect payments via WhatsApp and other messaging applications. Gupshup aims to create WhatsApp-based storefronts for thousands of businesses in 2022. A firm may use Gupshup's WhatsApp-based commerce solution to develop a product catalog, talk with consumers using AI-powered chatbots for product discovery, assist them through checkout and payment, and provide 24/7 support via chatbots and live agents. This helps businesses to promote their products and services via a structured experience complete with photos and organized product data. Additionally, customers may add desired products to their baskets on WhatsApp, engage with companies in real-time, and pay via Gupshup's recently released 1-Click Bill Pay link, all without leaving the chat window. “Gupshup offers the most advanced, comprehensive, and easy-to-use conversational commerce platform. Our goal is to enable every business, large and small, to get started with commerce through WhatsApp quickly and easily as well as realize the full potential of this capability to transform their business,” said Gaurav Kachhawa, Chief Product Officer, Gupshup. “We are seeing strong demand for the new Commerce features, and the early results for businesses are promising. This is certainly going to revolutionize the way businesses conduct e-commerce.” Ravi Sundararajan, COO, Gupshup About Gupshup Gupshup powers about 6 billion communications every month. Thousands of developing market firms use Gupshup to construct conversational marketing, sales, and support experiences. For each use case, Gupshup's carrier-grade platform delivers a robust conversational experience-building toolkit and a network of developing market alliances spanning message channels, device makers, ISVs, and operators. Businesses use Gupshup to make dialogues part of their consumer engagement strategy. There are Gupshup stores throughout India, LATAM, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe.

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SAP and MarketUP to Jointly Offer an Integrated System for Small and Medium Retailers

SAP | March 08, 2021

SAP joined MarketUP to offer an integrated arrangement of ERP and a POS in Brazil. The objective of this reconciliation of SAP Business One Cloud HANA and MarketUP's POS arrangement is the small and medium market. The apparatus is focused on businesspeople, all things considered, bringing the quick conveyance of secluded and cloud arrangements just as forefront POS innovation. The activity brings from starting a benefit that should satisfy the market: the expense up to 60% lower than offered by primary rivals in the area, and particular choices as indicated by the necessities of every retailer. It is likewise an advanced and adaptable choice, simultaneously moored in its base on the heartiness and productivity of SAP Business One, an integrated organization stage for all business exercises, from bookkeeping and CRM to inventory network and buying the board. The arrangement can likewise be actualized locally (on-premise), utilizing the current foundation and as per its requirements. Partnership for the development of the best technology Due to the unique benefits that this organization brings it is normal that the joint offer will turn into the leader answer for the small and medium retailers. In this organization, MarketUP contributes with the ability of its driving programming in the Brazilian market, as of now present in excess of 150 thousand retailers from various fragments, and another adaptation of its POS programming that brings numerous advances like, computerized wallets and QR Codes similarity, omnichannel, constant information, speed, high versatility, convenience and low upkeep, is based on PWA (Progressive Web Application) innovation and runs on Desktops, tablets, phones and even on creditcard machines. MarketUP's information and programming along with the back office arrangement of the SAP ERP for developing organizations - SAP Business One Cloud HANA - gives a strong, complete, and simple to-utilize arrangement that gives full perceivability of the whole business and all out power over any detail identified with tasks. About SAP At SAP, our purpose is to help the world run better and improve people’s lives. Our promise is to innovate to help our customers run at their best. SAP is committed to helping every customer become a best-run business. We engineer solutions to fuel innovation, foster equality, and spread opportunity across borders and cultures. Together, with our customers and partners, we can transform industries, grow economies, lift up societies, and sustain our environment.

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SAP and Customers Innovate New Ways for Industry-Specific Parts Planning

SAP | September 10, 2019

These are the result of SAP’s intelligent supply chain for assets customer initiative, which brought together SAP and more than 45 customers to co-innovate in this mission-critical area. The announcement was made at the North American Supply Chain Executive Summit in Chicago.“Every business leader I meet is looking for new ways to procure, manage and maintain aging assets to ultimately deliver on the desires of their customers,” said Franz Hero, SAP senior vice president, Digital Supply Chain Development. “With this initiative, we went straight to the source, working directly with our valued customers to explore new techniques and come up with real-world answers. Together, we’ve found a fresh approach to supply-chain planning and asset management to benefit everyone.”The customer collaboration yielded two main scenarios that existing and new customers can take advantage of to help them plan spare parts to enhance these scenarios as part of SAP’s strategy for digital supply chain.

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Gupshup Launches WhatsApp-based Commerce Solution for All Businesses

Gupshup | December 21, 2021

Gupshup, the market leader in conversational messaging, announced today the launch of a WhatsApp-based commerce solution that enables any business to construct a digital "storefront" on WhatsApp. Businesses can offer conversational journeys throughout the purchasing process, including pre-purchase, purchase, and post-purchase. Gupshup enables businesses to manage the whole purchasing experience on WhatsApp. Additionally, this comprehensive commerce solution makes use of Gupshup's newly announced 1-Click Bill Pay function, which enables companies to collect payments via WhatsApp and other messaging applications. Gupshup aims to create WhatsApp-based storefronts for thousands of businesses in 2022. A firm may use Gupshup's WhatsApp-based commerce solution to develop a product catalog, talk with consumers using AI-powered chatbots for product discovery, assist them through checkout and payment, and provide 24/7 support via chatbots and live agents. This helps businesses to promote their products and services via a structured experience complete with photos and organized product data. Additionally, customers may add desired products to their baskets on WhatsApp, engage with companies in real-time, and pay via Gupshup's recently released 1-Click Bill Pay link, all without leaving the chat window. “Gupshup offers the most advanced, comprehensive, and easy-to-use conversational commerce platform. Our goal is to enable every business, large and small, to get started with commerce through WhatsApp quickly and easily as well as realize the full potential of this capability to transform their business,” said Gaurav Kachhawa, Chief Product Officer, Gupshup. “We are seeing strong demand for the new Commerce features, and the early results for businesses are promising. This is certainly going to revolutionize the way businesses conduct e-commerce.” Ravi Sundararajan, COO, Gupshup About Gupshup Gupshup powers about 6 billion communications every month. Thousands of developing market firms use Gupshup to construct conversational marketing, sales, and support experiences. For each use case, Gupshup's carrier-grade platform delivers a robust conversational experience-building toolkit and a network of developing market alliances spanning message channels, device makers, ISVs, and operators. Businesses use Gupshup to make dialogues part of their consumer engagement strategy. There are Gupshup stores throughout India, LATAM, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe.

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Small Business Trends

SAP and MarketUP to Jointly Offer an Integrated System for Small and Medium Retailers

SAP | March 08, 2021

SAP joined MarketUP to offer an integrated arrangement of ERP and a POS in Brazil. The objective of this reconciliation of SAP Business One Cloud HANA and MarketUP's POS arrangement is the small and medium market. The apparatus is focused on businesspeople, all things considered, bringing the quick conveyance of secluded and cloud arrangements just as forefront POS innovation. The activity brings from starting a benefit that should satisfy the market: the expense up to 60% lower than offered by primary rivals in the area, and particular choices as indicated by the necessities of every retailer. It is likewise an advanced and adaptable choice, simultaneously moored in its base on the heartiness and productivity of SAP Business One, an integrated organization stage for all business exercises, from bookkeeping and CRM to inventory network and buying the board. The arrangement can likewise be actualized locally (on-premise), utilizing the current foundation and as per its requirements. Partnership for the development of the best technology Due to the unique benefits that this organization brings it is normal that the joint offer will turn into the leader answer for the small and medium retailers. In this organization, MarketUP contributes with the ability of its driving programming in the Brazilian market, as of now present in excess of 150 thousand retailers from various fragments, and another adaptation of its POS programming that brings numerous advances like, computerized wallets and QR Codes similarity, omnichannel, constant information, speed, high versatility, convenience and low upkeep, is based on PWA (Progressive Web Application) innovation and runs on Desktops, tablets, phones and even on creditcard machines. MarketUP's information and programming along with the back office arrangement of the SAP ERP for developing organizations - SAP Business One Cloud HANA - gives a strong, complete, and simple to-utilize arrangement that gives full perceivability of the whole business and all out power over any detail identified with tasks. About SAP At SAP, our purpose is to help the world run better and improve people’s lives. Our promise is to innovate to help our customers run at their best. SAP is committed to helping every customer become a best-run business. We engineer solutions to fuel innovation, foster equality, and spread opportunity across borders and cultures. Together, with our customers and partners, we can transform industries, grow economies, lift up societies, and sustain our environment.

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SAP and Customers Innovate New Ways for Industry-Specific Parts Planning

SAP | September 10, 2019

These are the result of SAP’s intelligent supply chain for assets customer initiative, which brought together SAP and more than 45 customers to co-innovate in this mission-critical area. The announcement was made at the North American Supply Chain Executive Summit in Chicago.“Every business leader I meet is looking for new ways to procure, manage and maintain aging assets to ultimately deliver on the desires of their customers,” said Franz Hero, SAP senior vice president, Digital Supply Chain Development. “With this initiative, we went straight to the source, working directly with our valued customers to explore new techniques and come up with real-world answers. Together, we’ve found a fresh approach to supply-chain planning and asset management to benefit everyone.”The customer collaboration yielded two main scenarios that existing and new customers can take advantage of to help them plan spare parts to enhance these scenarios as part of SAP’s strategy for digital supply chain.

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