Articles by author: Matt Fraanje
The rapid downfall of cryptocurrency exchange FTX has piqued the interest of the world, but is it a crypto or even a regulation story? Or is it simply a cautionary tale of business mismanagement? There are many lenses from which to view the story from, with no consensus yet formed. Charlton Haupt, CEO of […]
Latest
Mastering AV Sales Strategies: A Diverse Market Requires Understanding Individual Needs
Mastering AV sales strategies in a global professional audio-visual (Pro AV) market, poised to reach $79.2 billion by 2028, requires much attention to detail. The surge in demand from corporate, government, and institutional sectors, driven by the need for enhanced productivity and efficient working environments, gives AV sales pros a lot of opportunity. In […]
Cybersecurity in Healthcare: Addressing the Growing Threat
To keep up with the growing threats, cybersecurity in healthcare is a high-level priority. The recent ransomware attack on Ardent Health underscores a stark reality for the healthcare industry: cyber threats are a significant and ongoing challenge. Mike Saylor, the CEO of Blackswan Cybersecurity, LLC, sheds light on the complexities of cybersecurity in healthcare. […]
Effective Debt Management Holds the Keys to Small Business Cash Flow and Growth
Effective debt management through a robust accounts receivable system is essential for small business cash flow and growth, necessitating automated payment schedules and strategic policy adjustments. Collaborating with a collection agency as a strategic partner can enhance revenue recovery while preserving positive customer relationships. How critical is effective debt management for the financial health […]
Is Today’s Biggest Crypto Story Even About Crypto?
The rapid downfall of cryptocurrency exchange FTX has piqued the interest of the world, but is it a crypto or even a regulation story? Or is it simply a cautionary tale of business mismanagement? There are many lenses from which to view the story from, with no consensus yet formed. Charlton Haupt, CEO of […]
Why Gustavo Petro’s Fossil Fuel Plan is Bittersweet for Colombian Businesses
Newly elected Colombian President Gustavo Petro has pledged that “the world needs an immediate withdrawal from the oil and gas industry”, marking a huge step towards net zero emissions. Starting by cutting back production significantly in his own country, Petro’s plan is not being received well by local communities who are feeling the full […]
How Card Issuers and Merchants Maneuvered One Year of Mastercard’s Magstripe Phase Out
Coming up on one year from the official announcement, retailers and card issuers rejoiced at Mastercard’s announcement that by 2024, issuers will no longer be required to use magnetic stripes on their credit and debit cards. In response to growing security concerns for storing customer credit card information on a magnetic stripe, EMV chip-based cards […]
Independent Grocers to Build SNAP Ecommerce Programs with New USDA Grant
In a win for U.S. consumers and grocers, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service is seeking applications for a $5 million competitive grant to help expand the number of independent retailers and grocers accepting supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) benefits for online shopping. With approximately 41.5 million people participating in the SNAP program […]