SMEs Power American Commerce

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Small and medium-sized businesses power American commerce, comprising 99 percent of firms in the country.  Further, technology has changed the global economy and our business landscape several times over, and we're in the midst of yet another fundamental shift.

Thanks to technology, small and medium-sized businesses are able to participate in the global marketplace with much greater ease. This includes marketing, selling, and exporting their products to customers abroad. Despite their size, small companies have an outsized role in global trade, accounting for 98 percent of U.S. exporters and about one-third of merchandise exports.

Read more about how technology is essential to the future of small businesses across America.

Embrace Technology to Streamline Processes

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Forward-thinking global SME owners and managers are continuously embracing technology to streamline processes and restructure their business models for greater profitability.  As a result, outsourcing is becoming a priority.  It is estimated to be a global market place worth over $600 billion per annum with cost-savings being the primary reason for doing so.

How do you choose the right outsource partner?  Read more here.