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3 Digital User Experience Tips You Need Right Now

Published June 9, 2021 by Amanda Kennedy

Don’t just keep customers from getting frustrated; ensure they feel appreciated and engaged, and it could impact your bottom line. In the early days of the pandemic, I needed to get my yoga fix. My local... Continue Reading

The Wrong Software Is Worse Than No Software: Tips for Choosing Well

Published June 9, 2021 by Brian Westfall

Before making your final purchase decision, follow these tips to avoid ending up with the wrong software for your needs. After months of endless meetings, research, and demos, you and your team have finally narrowed down... Continue Reading

4 Things Buyers Wish They’d Known Before the Software-Buying Process

Published April 30, 2021 by Kyle Rich

As you approach the end of your software-buying process, here are some tips based on what other buyers wish they’d known. Purchasing software is a big decision, requiring money and time. Because this purchase is such... Continue Reading

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Small-Business Voices: How Your Peers Used Technology to Overcome Adversity

Published March 1, 2021 by Capterra

The road to success is often bumpy, especially for small businesses. But what if you could identify these bumps before you encounter them? By looking to your small-business peers, you can learn from their collective experiences... Continue Reading

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5 Tactics to Increase Your Odds of a Great Software Match

Published January 6, 2021 by Brian Westfall

Only 27% of small-business buyers purchase software that meets or exceeds their expectations without compromises. Use these proven practices that lead to software selection success. When it’s time to purchase software for your small business, the... Continue Reading

4 Nominees for the Best Free Screenwriting Software

Published December 22, 2020 by Andrew Conrad

Even Quentin Tarantino had to start somewhere. If you’re an aspiring screenwriter (or even an established screenwriter on a budget), you know how important it is to save money where you can. And one area where... Continue Reading

How To Build the Perfect Tech Stack

Published July 30, 2020 by Bandita Awasthi

Not sure how to pick the right tools for your technology stack? We’ve listed the key steps to help you to find the right tools for your business. In the present times, no business can manage... Continue Reading

4 Software Renewal Tips to Optimize Your Technology

Published July 2, 2020 by Taylor Short

Use your renewal period to explore the software market and discover new functionality for your business. Your software subscription period is almost over. Do you renew that subscription without looking around the market for better options?... Continue Reading

How to Use Your Software ROI to Justify Future Technology Purchases

Published June 25, 2020 by Taylor Short

Report on software time-savings and revenue growth or demonstrate new abilities. After a successful implementation, it’s important to gauge exactly how new software is impacting your business to learn which aspects are most effective at solving... Continue Reading

You Need a Software Partner, Not a Software Vendor

Published June 25, 2020 by Collin Couey

Understanding the difference between a software vendor and software partner is crucial when you’re looking to make a long term purchase. The difference between a software vendor and a software partner is conceptual. Yes, all software... Continue Reading