Using the Internet to Conduct Market Research for A Small Business
Posted on April 8th, 2010
The prolific growth of the Internet and Web2.0 has been a boon for market researchers in that it has simplified the process of collecting and generating quality market data.
To run a successful small business these days, conducting effective market research is a must. Market research is a dynamic process focused on understanding the relationship between consumers and a particular product or company. It involves the systematic collection and analysis of consumer and economic data including economic reports and industry trends as well as consumer attitudes and behaviors.
Armed with this information, businesses can adjust their policies and strategies so that they are in line with current market realities.
British Airways and Iberia sign merger deal
Posted on April 7th, 2010
It has been confirmed that British Airways (BA) and Spanish airline Iberia have signed a deal to merge their operations.
The merger, which was provisionally agreed last November, will be finalised this year and is set to create one of the world’s largest airline groups, flying to more than 200 destinations
The new company, which will have its headquarters in London, will be called International Airlines Group, but the BA and Iberia brands will continue to operate as normal. <
Improve Your Fico Credit Score Rating
Posted on April 5th, 2010
Your Fico credit score rating determines whether or not you’ll borrow cash cheaply. If you have got a dangerous credit score then you may pay additional to borrow money. This text will tell you who uses your credit score, what determines your rating and what’s a sensible credit score. Fico (Honest Isaac Corporation) could be a way to measure money risks. If you would like to know why you need to enhance your fico score rating quick then scan on.
Who uses your credit score?
You need to know what your Fico score is and why is it vital to own a sensible rating. Read more…
Politicians love SMEs (when there’s an election)
Posted on April 4th, 2010
Over the coming weeks tax and spending will become the battleground for the main political parties, as Gordon Brown finally let slip what he called the ‘worst kept secret in politics,’ the date of the election.
In the run up to 6 May, of particular importance for businesses will be the planned increase in National Insurance (NI) contributions, which appears to have moved to the top of the agenda now the Conservatives have promised to reverse the decision.
But it’s hard to know what to believe with claims and counterclaims about fiscal credibility coming in thick and fast (Alistair Darling has said George Osborne’s plans to roll back the increases are ‘unbankable’).
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Daily Links: Empire Builder Edition
Posted on April 4th, 2010
Howdy, everyone. I’m writing to you from my sleeper compartment aboard Amtrak’s Empire Builder train, which runs from Chicago to Portland. Chris Guillebeau and I have been traveling westward for 24 hours now, and have passed through Wisconsin, Minnesota, and North Dakota. We’re now entering Montana (our train is behind schedule), and have another day or so left to ride. It’s
New family homes gain rarity value
Posted on April 3rd, 2010
Smartnewhomes.com is warning of a shortage of family accommodation across the UK property market and initiating a campaign to bring back the family home.
The property portal blames the recession for a continuing decline in new family homes, claiming that last month only 476 such properties were marketed by developers, down from 595 in February 2009.
According to the figures, annual declines by property type are as follows: detached – 19%; semi-detached -11% and townhouses – 25%.
The firm is therefore calling for government intervention in the house building industry and wants to see more land released to enable the construction of family homes.