Don’t Forget Business Cards!

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Don’t Forget Business Cards!

Hi. My name is Michelle Jacobs, and I’m a newly certified notary public. I’m very excited about this new venture. I work a full-time job, so I’m going to start off being a mobile notary service on my off hours. My goal is to work my way into being a full-time notary public. I started to spread the word about my enterprise, and no sooner than I did, people began to ask for my business card. I hadn’t thought of that! I felt quite foolish and said they were still at the printer, and I’d have them soon. I contacted the printing service and got them on the job. I wasn’t prepared for all the available options. Business cards are serious stuff. You want yours to stand out, yet not to the point of being unprofessional. I’m going to share some things I learned about designing business cards.

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Why You Should Consider IT Consulting

Today, the main element of business success is innovation. Every business person will tell you that there cannot be innovation without information technology (IT). However, integrating IT is a daunting and overwhelming task for startups and small businesses. Many of them lack the capital and in-house expertise needed to implement IT systems, therefore, some of them use IT consulting.

Advantages of IT Consulting

In recent years, the number of firms that hire resources outside the organization to handle a wide variety of information technology functions has been on the rise. Different enterprises consider IT consulting for varied reasons. 

Studies show that 49% of firms outsource IT functions to free up resources to focus on core business processes, while about 45% do it to save money. 

The most commonly outsourced IT services include:

  • Web development.
  • Hosting
  • Database management and development
  • Software development
  • Technical support

But why would a company opt to hire IT consultants rather than invest in a robust internal IT infrastructure? Here are various reasons why IT consulting might interest you:

  • To save money since you don't incur costs associated with establishing an IT infrastructure and hiring the right personnel.
  • The resources that would have been used to establish an IT department can be used for other purposes.
  • By engaging a third party, you have time and energy to focus on core business processes.
  • You can access the best skills and technology available in the industry.

Factors to Consider Before Engaging an IT Consultant

Although IT consulting is a brilliant idea, choosing the right consultant can be quite a challenge. If you research around, there are numerous consulting firms, and each of them claims to have high-level expertise and experience. 

However, don't rush. Take time, assess different IT firms, and settle on the one that will help you achieve your business goal.

 Here are the main aspects that you should take into account before hiring an IT consultant:

  • Experience: How long has the company being in the sector? If possible, check customer reviews or ask for testimonials.
  • The Nature of IT Solutions Offered: If possible, look for an IT consulting firm that provides IT solutions tailored for your business needs.
  • Pricing: Don't pay too much attention to pricing. Nonetheless, don't overstretch yourself financially as you can always get quality services at a reasonable cost.
  • Technology: Today, every business is moving towards the Internet of Things (IoT) and artificial intelligence. Please don't settle for anything less, as it will put you behind your competitors.

Conclusion

As a player in the business world, you should consider information technology as a significant driving force of progress. However, if you don't have the resources to build a digital transformation strategy, you should hire an IT consulting firm.


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