Key
Business Issues Where Technology Can Have An Impact
We're
Focused On The Goal
At
Incisive, we focus on results! We don't recommend anything
for it's own sake. Instead, we keep a close eye on
emerging technology with a keen interest on the benefits of
intelligently applying new tools. We devote time
everyday to keeping abreast of trends in a variety of
industries looking for solutions that improve processes with
big paybacks.
Few
people understand how modest investments in technology can
result in big benefits. Many of our clients tell us that they would have acted sooner if they had only known how easy and effective their
initiative was going to be!
Incisive
is passionate about exploring the intelligent application of
new technology for small business. Look here for information
about ways to grow your
business.
1.
Web Applications
Getting
involved in e-business via the Internet is an excellent
strategy for growth. For example, a company with a
brochure Website can upgrade to an interactive site to
support online information and service for customers,
vendors and employees. Sharing information with key
constituents "online" contributes to efficiency,
client satisfaction and will differentiate your firm in the
marketplace. Every initiative you take to
increase client satisfaction results in big paybacks.
2.
Raise Employee Productivity and Morale
Custom
software developments that streamline processes and reduce costs
should be evaluated regularly. You
know where the bottlenecks are in your business. How
many of us endure systems that require double keying with
data stored in multiple files (some paper, some
electronic)? How many of us work long and hard on
reporting chores at month or quarter-ends for banks
and Uncle Sam instead of staying on top of these tasks as we advance
through the calendar. A well-designed system stores data in a
single place where it can be retrieved easily for
measurement and reporting on demand. And, while
spreadsheets are a huge
improvement over columnar pads, compared with databases, they have inherent short-comings. Why not enjoy the benefits of an
integrated database solution? Isn't it time to begin
considering using the tools employed by larger
competitors to beat them at their own game?
3.
Increase Customer Loyalty by Expanding Your Client's Options
Customer
loyalty is at the core of business success, and results from
having a superior understanding of what customers want and
need. By harnessing Customer Relationship Management
(CRM) software, small business can more successfully
identify, develop and retain customers. Adding
customer care features to a Web site can be a great way for
small business to give customers options for helping
themselves. This can include letting customers ask
questions and receive information online via e-mail, chat
boxes or instant messaging.