What is an IPO? Guide for SMB Owners

[ad_1] As previously mentioned, IPOs are a lengthy process, typically taking between 12 and 18 months.  During this time, there are eight steps a business goes through before an IPO.  Let’s look at each of these steps in greater detail!  Step 1: Proposals The first step is preparing proposals.  At this stage, underwriters present proposals and valuations that list the following…

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What is Lead Scoring? Using Data for Your SMB Leads

[ad_1] There are numerous lead scoring models your company can utilize.  It’s critical to collect customer data from demographic information to how your customer base interacts with email marketing content.  Do you have to use all of the lead scoring models I present? No, some may not fit with your business or industry.  Still, using some type of system to score…

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MQL Vs. SQL Explained for SMB Owners

[ad_1] Is your business struggling to find its target audience and cater to these individuals effectively? Or perhaps you’re struggling to convert leads to paying customers.  Either way, these problems are common for small businesses because they don’t have a way to categorize their leads!  Hi, my name is AJ! After selling my company for multiple seven figures, I made it…

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How Can Independent Distributors Strengthen Supply Chain Resilience? 
How Can Independent Distributors Strengthen Supply Chain Resilience? 

[ad_1] //php echo do_shortcode(‘[responsivevoice_button voice=”US English Male” buttontext=”Listen to Post”]’) ?> Independent distributors are widely recognized as vital facilitators within the supply chain due to their extensive industry resources. These include access to stock or scarce materials, flexible global delivery capabilities, robust quality control and inspection processes, efficient inventory management systems, and valuable market information.…

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Wafer-Edge Innovation Tackles Key Production Challenges

[ad_1] //php echo do_shortcode(‘[responsivevoice_button voice=”US English Male” buttontext=”Listen to Post”]’) ?> During the manufacturing process, chipmakers spanning logic, memory and specialty devices strive to predictably create perfect die at volume with nanoscopic precision. At the same time, they strive to get the most die out of a wafer at the lowest cost. It’s not easy,…

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How it’s Changing the Digital Marketing Landscape

[ad_1] In the age of smart speakers and voice-activated assistants, the way consumers search for information is undergoing a significant transformation. Gone are the days when typing a query into a search bar was the norm. Today, more and more people are simply asking their devices out loud. This shift towards voice search is not…

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Device and Network Maturity Are Key to IoT Growth
Device and Network Maturity Are Key to IoT Growth

[ad_1] //php echo do_shortcode(‘[responsivevoice_button voice=”US English Male” buttontext=”Listen to Post”]’) ?> When industry talks about the massive opportunities from billions of connected IoT devices, the high-level view can overlook the fact that it’s such a diverse and fragmented market. This was evident at last week’s annual The Things Conference 2023 in Amsterdam, in which both…

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Semiconductor Fabs Need Tooling Recirculation

[ad_1] //php echo do_shortcode(‘[responsivevoice_button voice=”US English Male” buttontext=”Listen to Post”]’) ?> While the chip shortages of the pandemic era may be over for now, it is clear that the semiconductor industry will continue to face challenges due to rigid supply chains, the high cost of capacity and evolving geopolitical tides that shape global trade. As…

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What is Liquidation? SMB Liquidation Explained

[ad_1] How do you liquidate a business?  While it may seem challenging, liquidation is easier following this four-step process.  Step 1: Talk to Your Legal/Accounting Team Before doing anything related to liquidating your business, you must first speak to your company’s lawyer and accountant.  Also, you must inform your creditors that you will be liquidating your company.  Talking…

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