March 28, 2020 Small Business Tools

5 Must-have tools and services for every business.

As a small business owner, choosing the tools and services you need to use from the very beginning can make the difference between failure and success. Of course, you need a good business plan and capital, but what about the other tools and services that are invaluable? Below you can find a few of the must-haves every business owner needs for success.

Package Theft Prevention

One of the best ways for your business to flop is if your packages never make it to your small business’s doorstep. Package theft prevention is especially important for people who work from home, where they could be busy and never even hear the doorbell that signals them when an important package has arrived.

Web Hosting

It’s a well-known fact that you can’t have a business without a website in this day and age. The internet is a presence that isn’t going away, so you need some sort of website and web hosting if you have any hope of your business succeeding. There are many options out there for websites, but you need a reputable web hosting service to take care of things for you. These services offer many options, including the ones below.

Website builders

One-click installation of apps that are supported

Email functionality

An unlimited number of email addresses with the domain name included

Much more

This is why having a good web hosting service is paramount to a business’s success. As a business owner, you want your website to be fast, well put together, and be filled with accurate up-to-date information as well.

Shopping Cart Software

It’s already been established that you need a website and you know you need to set up an e-commerce store, even if you’re operating a brick and mortar business as well. One of the first things you should get is shopping cart software. This software allows customers to add items to their cart, then pay using PayPal or different credit cards. It also gives them the ability to determine taxes and shipping costs before they check out. Make sure to do your research to determine which is the best software for you at the best price point.

Anti-Virus Software

Even if you’re going to be running a brick and mortar location only at the beginning of your business venture, you’re still going to have to have some sort of computer to use the internet. It’s extremely important to have reputable and up-to-date antivirus software. It’s important not only for the protection of your computer and systems but also to protect your systems and accounts from being hacked as well. This type of software is a business owner’s first line of defense against hackers, trojan horses and the like. Securing this software through your internet company or purchasing it yourself only makes good common and good financial sense as well.

Management and Time Tracking Software

One of the hardest things to do as a business owner is to maximize productivity in the office. The right time tracking and management software can help you keep track of everything that happens in your business and help you increase productivity. From tracking individual projects to vacation days and sick leave, this software can be a lifesaver for busy business owners.

These are just a few of the top tools and services you might want to consider when opening a small business. Whether it’s online, brick and mortar or a combination of both, your business will benefit from having these tools and services firmly in place when you open your doors.

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