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"Change happens when the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of change." - Tony Robbins We all know that change is hard, more for some than others. But if we want to make progress then we need to make changes - there is no way around that. The good news is that change does not have to be unnecessarily painful. A bit of planning and lots of clarity can bring a positive synergy to ...

If there is one thing that can be said about small businesses in 2022, it's that we're busy. Demand has increased and good help is harder to find, meaning that we're working harder than ever and our backlog of work stays full. With all this work pulling at us, it becomes difficult to stay on top of it all.

All businesses sell something. Some businesses sell a lot of things, requiring them to manage stock and set up good processes that encourage efficient inventory turnover. An efficient warehouse is a constant ebb and flow of stock management, receiving, and order fulfillment. Warehouse workers are always moving and need to follow specific procedures to make sure that everything is being accounted ...

Think through all the ways that your company sells product. Are your salespeople interacting with customers away from your point-of-sale system, whether in outside sales, sales lots, or through direct delivery? How are your salespeople recording information during those interactions?

Selling and servicing equipment is a great business to be in, but there are plenty of challenges as the business grows. Your company may offer a combination of sales, service, reconditioning, and rental. If you end up turning to multiple software solutions to manage your data and processes, it becomes hard to know where you are making (or even losing) money and can leave your team frustrated with ...

Leverage the MyJobs app to track costs from the job site. Most construction projects, installation solutions, and service contracts require that crews operate almost exclusively outside of the office. As large amounts of material and labor are consumed, recording these costs can prove a challenge. Now supervisors and foremen are leveraging the EBMS MyJobs app to address these common challenges ...

The most universal question from customers seems to be “what's the price?” Answering this question often includes variables such as options, accessories, and custom pricing. Your team needs information at their fingertips to quickly and knowledgeably make sales. What is your sales workflow? The new MyProposals app is designed to help you feel confident and sell from anywhere. While you probably ...

A metal supply store has unique challenges that differ from typical hardware and building supply stores. Metal panels are made-to-order, trim profiles are custom-cut, and building packages are sold as kits and materials lists. Add these day-to-day challenges to a disrupted supply chain and increased demand, and many owners are pulling their hair out trying to keep up. The good news is that there ...

Do you think your team could increase productivity? Do you wish you could make better use of the time in your workday? By taking control of your workday with a little deliberate task management, you and your team can organize your work more effectively and increase overall productivity. Here are seven tried and true methods to increase productivity: Pro-tip: use these methods with the MyTasks app ...

If you are in the initial stages of evaluating enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, you are probably wondering, “How much will it cost my business to get started with ERP?” Cost is an important factor for any business investing in ERP software. All good business owners will evaluate costs and assess return on investment (ROI) before deciding on a solution. The startup cost of ERP can vary ...

Answering common questions about EBMS eCommerce. Are you considering connecting your website to existing business operations? More and more companies are offering online shopping and customer service options to their customers. In today's video, Brian answers a few questions about our integrated eCommerce solution. The EBMS eCommerce integration is a powerful tool that synchronizes customer, ...

Enter orders anywhere, anytime with the MyOrders app. Don't limit entering orders to the shop or sales room. This app equips your staff to discuss stock, check pricing, and verify order information from any location. Say goodbye to paper order forms, inaccurate product info, and calls back to the office.