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Salesforce, Intuit, and ADP Execs on AI-Powered Solutions Designed to Fuel SMB Growth in 2025

Streamlining everyday tasks using automated agents allows companies to focus on other areas of their business, executives told CO—.

What POS Hardware Do You Need?

Discover the best POS hardware setups for retail and restaurant owners.

Cloud-Based POS Systems Explained: Key Benefits and Examples

Learn how cloud point-of-sale (POS) solutions help small businesses process sales across mobile, physical, and online channels.

Types of POS Terminals for Small Business Owners

Learn how different POS terminals, from mobile to kiosk, improve sales and daily operations.

Tax Forms Every Small Business Owner Should Know

See which common business tax forms apply to your company and how to stay on top of IRS tax deadlines.

The Best Credit Card Processors for Small Business

Discover the top credit card processing companies and learn about low-cost merchant services, tools, and hardware that help your small business accept credit card payments.

Best Accounting Software Options for Small Business

Explore the top small business accounting services and an in-depth guide to choosing bookkeeping software for your budget, business model, and needs.

How Sweet It Is: IT'SUGAR CEO on the Company's 'Sugartainment'-Geared Growth Trajectory

The candy chain has built a sweets empire of 120 stores by using experiential retail to feed America's taste for treats.

C-Suite to Main Street: The Power of Failure in Building Business Success

Brian Scudamore, Founder of 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, shares how learning from his mistakes helped his business grow from a single truck to a multi-million dollar franchise.

How Ty Inc. Is Taking Its Beanie Babies Brand to New Heights Amid the Appeal of (Low-Tech) Nostalgia

The plush toy manufacturer has put a new spin on a previous hit and is using its signature growth strategies to promote and sell it.