Small Business Planning During COVID-19

whitePaper | November 30, 2021

This report uncovers the set of organizational capabilities and orientations needed for SMEs to become future ready. It also highlights a series of best practices from SMEs leading the way in terms of future readiness. The paper builds on an in-depth analysis of more than 200 peer-reviewed articles and the engagement of more than 300 chief executive officers and founders of SMEs.

whitePaper | July 25, 2022

Imagine entering a retail store and having the sales associate immediately approach you with personalized and accurate suggestions for merchandise. Or imagine your airline travel experience improved dramatically through seamless communication between in-flight staff and ground crews, resulting in fewer delays. Wouldn't these types of exceptional customer service experiences increase your loyalty to these brands and spur you to purchase more of their products and services?

whitePaper | April 12, 2022

As the digital revolution transformed micro- and small enterprises (MSEs) around the world, it also changed how small business support can and should be delivered. MSEs are essential agents of inclusive growth, and the digital revolution has fundamentally affected them. As digital technologies present MSEs with new opportunities and challenges that have been accelerated by the COVID pandemic, their support needs have also shifted. In the digital age, meaningful support not only provides MSEs with information and resources, but does so in new ways, using digital channels. For small business support to be effective and sustainable through the 21st century, understanding how digital technologies are changing the landscape will be paramount

whitePaper | March 18, 2022

The last two years have been challenging for small businesses across America. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated preexisting obstacles while also creating new ones. Uncertainty, lockdowns, supply chain disruptions, and inflation have posed tremendous hurdles to small businesses. Through it all, small businesses have remained dynamic and resilient

whitePaper | November 3, 2021

The challenges of today and tomorrow’s cybersecurity requirements can’t be met using yesterday’s thinking. A holistic, built-in approach that is intelligent and automated is required to quickly adapt to whatever unexpected changes come your way. Dell Technologies calls this approach “intrinsic security.” Discover how Intrinsic Security approach allows you to be proactive instead of reactive when managing your company’s cybersecurity needs.

whitePaper | February 24, 2022

Small businesses borrow mainly for four reasons: to start a business, purchase inventory, expand, or to strengthen the firm’s financial health. Firms choose different means of financing depending on the intended purpose.