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Economic upheaval has pulled small businesses into troubled waters. With a steep drop in consumer buying power at one end and mortgages, business loans, inflation, credit card debts, high maintenance costs on the other - it is hardly surprising that business cash flow is drying up faster than a patch of water in the Sahara. There is only one way out. Reduce expenses and increase sales. Of course, this is easier said than done, even in good times. But, desperate times need desperate measures. And sometimes, desperate measures make the difference between success and failure. To stay ahead, businesses have to change the way they work. Technology and the internet have made it possible for businesses to operate at low costs. Outsourcing has empowered businesses as they can offload non-core business operations to skilled outsourcing companies and focus on core competencies. What's more, these measures not just help businesses stay afloat during the recession but also increase profits in the longer run. Take for example the collection agency. You can have in-house personnel collect due payments but they won't be as effective because they are not skilled for the job. They could be too soft or too harsh or could inadvertently break some rule ultimately affecting your profits, repute or customer relationships. Better to give the job to professionals who know the ins and outs of collection, the legalities surrounding it, and have the experience and tact to get your money without hurting your prospects with customers. Beating the recession is about making smart choices. Think e-commerce instead of brick-and-mortar. Think VOIP systems instead of business phone systems. Think outsourcing instead of taking on more personnel and real estate. Think web conferencing instead of traveling to business meetings. Think business cash advance instead of bank loan. Think hosted software instead of in-house setup. Think energy efficiency to cut bills. Think website and internet marketing instead of traditional advertising. Outsourcing is a cost-effective strategy of having skilled professionals do your job without taking on the pain of administration. Medical billing services, call center services, telephone answering services, HR outsourcing, payroll services, logistics providers, telemarketing services, temporary staffing - you name it, there's an outsourcing company that can do it for you. Outsourcing companies take advantage of the economies of scale and pass on the savings to your business. Most outsourcing companies customize their services to your business needs and size. They have sufficient resources to scale up or down with varying market demands. They provide detailed reports on a daily, weekly and monthly basis so that business owners are always informed of how things are going. Transparent communication is a very important aspect of the relationship between a business and an outsourcing service provider. Website designers, e-commerce developers, internet marketers, social media marketers, SEO companies can build an online presence for your business, and increase your customer outreach and profits. By taking operations online, you reduce expenses while conserving natural resources. Businesses can turn the recession into a growth opportunity by opening up to contemporary ideas and ways of working. Daljeet Sidhu http://www.tradeseam.com/smallbusiness/buying-guides/view-buying-guide/1173/Telemarketing http://www.tradeseam.com/smallbusiness/business-resources/get-free-quotes/1173/Telemarketing http://www.tradeseam.com/smallbusiness/leads/small-business-leads/1173/Telemarketing ------------------ ARTICLE END ------------------ [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
