by James Holden | Aug 28, 2019 | Organisation
If you’ve been to any large supermarket over the last few years, you’re sure to have noticed that single-use plastic bags have been cast aside in favour of more durable options. You’ll generally be able to choose between tougher plastic bags and Bags for Life, which are designed to hold heavy contents and last for years. Even if you run a retail business that isn’t legally required to provide something other than single-used plastic bags, you might want to consider providing Bags for Life.
by James Holden | Dec 22, 2017 | Organisation
You shouldn’t need to be told just how important it is to protect yourself against data loss. It can radically reduce productivity, erode client and customer confidence, and even see you facing legal action. So, you should clearly understand some of the most common causes of data loss – only by knowing what they are can you get started tightening up security and following best practices. Human Error Yes, human error is one of the top causes of data loss. It happens all the time, especially when staff have not been well trained. They might delete the wrong files or open a malicious email that destroys your system or corrupts your data. Viruses and Malware Viruses and malware spread like wildfire, and your data is the kindling. This is generally more of an additional problem than the main aim, but it’s still an issue you need to address. If any type of malicious software infects your system, it can either damage, delete, or corrupt your data. In the case of ransomware, data can be held hostage until you pay an unlock fee. Hardware Malfunction Recent research indicated that over 40% of users lose data simply because of hardware or system malfunctions. What’s truly maddening is that such malfunctions are often entirely avoidable. You may, for example, continue using a hard drive that shows signs of breaking down, or you may fail to replace a PC that keeps turning itself off. There can also be many other ways to avoid losing data should a hardware failure happen, for example, a business could look to back all their data up using multiple data storage options, such as physical hard drives, cloud backup options, as well as using data centres that can also mitigate data loss with ease. Many businesses use data centres
by James Holden | Nov 23, 2017 | Organisation
Many first-time business owners learn by trial and error. Let’s face it. Many seasoned owners do, as well. However, there are things that don’t have to be a harsh lesson. One of those concerns how you gain support for your growing business.
by James Holden | Nov 15, 2017 | Organisation
Businesses can be careless while selecting logistics firms, often assigning the job to anyone who offers first. However, logistics businesses are the most important partners of your firm. Hence, selecting a service provider that offers good services and a long-term association will be better for you.
by James Holden | Oct 23, 2017 | Organisation
In the business of rehabilitation, there are always more clients than there are beds. Opening a drug and alcohol recovery center is a good way to give back to the community by helping alleviate addiction while making a living at the same time.
by James Holden | Aug 16, 2017 | Organisation
When making firm decisions, it is vital to look, perform an in-depth evaluation, and critically analyse all the possible threats and risks bound to occur. Similarly, when deciding on which path to pursue, it is relevant to take some time and list all the pros and cons of various options at hand. For instance, you may be at a cross road when deciding to pick a single option from a duo of your favourite jobs. When in such a dilemma, relax, and be ready to list all the possible reasons why you should drop one and pick the other. For instance, you may have a dilemma of choosing between being a freelancer or a business owner. Below is a guide to assist you make a prudent decision.
