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How to Build an SEO Strategy for an Industrial Brand

14 Jul 2021

Virtually any type of business can benefit from SEO, but some have specific challenges. Industrial brands must deal with a very different audience than, say, retailers or service providers. They must demonstrate expertise first and foremost and master the art of the soft sell. This is why they need to adjust their strategy while applying sound basic SEO principles. Let's take a look at how industrial brands can build an SEO strategy.

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Writing a Winning Supply Chain Resume

07 Jul 2021

The supply chain industry provides great opportunities for career development and advancement. So if you are not satisfied with your current job, don’t hesitate to start looking for a new one. Write a winning supply chain resume, and you will get the job of your dreams. Need help with resume writing? We’ve got you covered! Here is a step-by-step guide for you to create an outstanding CV.

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The Importance Of A Balanced Inventory Management System

05 Jul 2021

The pandemic has created a moderate disruption for small businesses. It is hard to predict when demand will spike for a specific product, as consumers fight over merchandise to leave empty shelves. Roughly 56% of retailers experienced this disruption first-hand, requiring them to restock more products in warehouses to have backup supplies. Inventory management systems help to balance stock levels. You end up having enough products at the right times in the appropriate quantities. Read on to learn why this warehouse system is so important.

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5 Ideas for Training your Customer Support Team

03 Jul 2021

The most important thing to remember is that during customer service training, you cannot plan for every possibility or every situation. It is therefore vital that you build a strong foundation within your customer service team. You can do this by training them to be effective and learn how to interact with the customers in such a manner that they can adapt to any situation that arises. By upskilling your team you can create an environment that will help you achieve your goals.

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10 Tips for New Managers to Succeed

01 Jul 2021

A promotion to a management role is both exhilarating and challenging. While it’s something most employees aspire to be, when you’re in a manager’s position, you realise that it’s equally a privilege and a responsibility. To succeed and retain your position, you’ve got to make smart moves at all times. After all, with more power comes more responsibility, and it takes just one silly mistake to mess things up for you and your team. Now that you’re a step higher on the corporate ladder, you want to make sure that your decisions facilitate your career progression even further.

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Four Ways To Start An Online Store Without An Inventory

30 Jun 2021

Traditional retail businesses were required to have a storage space or warehouse to keep their stocks. Before selling and replenishing the items, retail stores must wait for orders to arrive and, later, perform time-consuming inventory to know how much they need to buy and sell. These days, however, e-commerce stores can start offering products even without physically acquiring the items they’re selling. Find out how you can create an successful store without the need to keep inventory on site.

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