Above anything else, safety might be the most important aspect of everyday work within your warehouse’s forklift battery changing area. During procedures like lubrication, cleaning and charging of forklift batteries, a great number of things can go wrong that put personnel at danger and severely hamper your warehouse efficiency. Because of the many dangers associated … [Read more…]
If you own a small local business then you are probably familiar with finding a space to rent that fits all your needs. It can be hard to find good and reliable information about how to go about finding a commercial rental property, so if you want to learn more about the process, here is … [Read more…]
Since shipping is one of a business’ top expenses, any business that does it needs to think carefully about how much it cuts into the bottom line and how to cut those costs as much as possible. This means smart shipping practices that promote efficiency and reduce waste to reduce freight costs altogether. However, it’s … [Read more…]
Although most Canadians receive their health benefits from the government’s public plan, many people rely on supplemental benefits to get all of the vital services that they need. Many group benefits for small business employees help to cover non-essential, elective, or non-hospital care, such as plans for vision and dental. However, there is another way … [Read more…]
A powerful new documentary film called To Light a Candle will be screened at the downtown Spokane Public Library (906 West Main Street) on Feb. 27 from 4:30-6 p.m. The film is 55 minutes long and will be followed by a discussion. Both the screening and the discussion will take place in meeting room 1A. … [Read more…]
There should be no doubt that customer service matters when it comes to gaining and retaining business; a 2011 survey conducted by Forbes showed that 71% of people ending a relationship with a business made that decision because of poor customer service. And even with all the communications options afforded by new technology, a majority … [Read more…]
If your hotel could use an upgrade, or you’re about to move to a new location, don’t try to do it all on your own. Trying to renovate or move an entire hotel with limited resources will only leave you frustrated and could make your business suffer. Whether you own a small Bed and Breakfast … [Read more…]
With the legalization of recreation marijuana in Alaska, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington, thousands of businesses have sprung up in those states to meet consumer demand. While cannabis is poised to take over as one of the most lucrative agriculture-related industries in the country, there is still much that business owners need to be aware of … [Read more…]
If you’re looking for a digital video production company to make online videos for your business, you’re likely to run into two types. One will create quick and affordable videos that may look attractive. But the other kind will truly pay attention to how videos can be an integral part of your company’s brand and … [Read more…]
Generally speaking, a cooling tower is a tall, cylindrical structure with an open top that cools water and condenses steam coming from industrial processes. By transferring the waste heat that comes from industrial processes into the atmosphere, cooling towers are able to regulate temperature more efficiently than traditional heat-exchange systems. But how does a cooling … [Read more…]
