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Secrets to Winning More Bids Without Spending More Time
Bidding on contracts does not have to be overwhelming. Many small businesses lose bids not because of price or capability, but because of...
Aug 182 min read


What Procurement Managers See When You Submit a Proposal
Most small businesses treat proposal submissions like paperwork, fill out the forms, attach the quote, hit submit, and hope for the best....
Aug 112 min read


Top 3 Proposal Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Submitting a proposal for a contract or RFP opportunity is not just about showing interest. It is your chance to prove capability, fit,...
Aug 42 min read


Why It’s a Long Game, Not Just a Quick Win
Most small businesses think of bidding as a win-or-nothing effort. But the smartest vendors treat it as a long game. Submitting a strong...
Jul 282 min read


What Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” Could Mean for Small Business Procurement and Bidding
Expanded Tax Deductions for Pass-Through Entities The bill proposes increasing the Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction from 20% to...
Jul 212 min read


Bid to Get Booked: Why Submitting Proposals Is a Smart Lead Generation Strategy
Small businesses often shy away from bidding on RFPs because they think winning is the only goal. That mindset leaves money and...
Jul 142 min read


Your Contract LoL is Nothing to Laugh At: Hidden Risks in Supplier Contracts: What SMBs Need to Watch Out For
For small and medium-sized business (SMB) owners, managing supplier relationships is a crucial part of daily operations. Whether you’re...
Feb 195 min read


Boost Your Business with Business Process Automation: A Must for Small and Medium-Sized Businesses
If you're a small or medium-sized business owner, understanding the benefits of BPA can significantly impact your bottom line
Feb 123 min read


Why SMBs Need a Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plan
For many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), the idea of a disaster or business interruption might seem far off, but disruptions...
Feb 53 min read


Losing Like a Winner: How to Effectively Transition to a New Supplier After Losing a Bid
Losing a bid proposal is never easy, but how you handle the transition can leave a lasting positive impact on your client and your...
Jan 293 min read


Help! My Client is Unhappy: How to De-Escalate and Remedy the Situation
Dealing with an unhappy client is one of the most challenging aspects of running a business. Whether the issue stems from a...
Jan 224 min read


You Won the Contract—Now What? Key Steps to Ensure Successful Execution
Congratulations! Winning a bid proposal is an exciting milestone for any small or medium-sized business (SMB). But now comes the hard...
Jan 155 min read


Got Offered a Big Contract? Congrats! Now Let's Review Your Working Capital
The Importance of Understanding Working Capital for Small and Medium-Sized Business Owners As a small or medium-sized business owner,...
Jan 84 min read


Meet Your Client's Budget Without Budging on Your Price: How SMBs Can Negotiate Without Lowering Their Price
As a small or medium-sized business (SMB), hearing that your price is "too high" can be frustrating, but dropping your price isn’t always...
Dec 18, 20244 min read


Supplier Relationship Management: The Key to SMB Success
If your business relies on third-party suppliers to provide essential materials or services, managing these relationships effectively is...
Dec 11, 20244 min read


Secrets a Procurement Professional Won’t Tell You About Your Bid Proposal
I know that as a Supplier if you’ve ever submitted a bid proposal in response to a Request for Proposal (RFP), it can be a daunting...
Dec 4, 20246 min read


Maverick Spend: A Hidden Risk That Could Cripple Your Growing SMB
Maverick Spend: A Hidden Risk That Could Cripple Your Growing SMB As small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) grow, owners and founders...
Nov 20, 20245 min read


The Biggest Time Wasters for Small and Medium-Sized Business Owners: Why Automation is Essential for Survival
The Biggest Time Wasters for Small and Medium-Sized Business Owners: Why Automation is Essential for Survival Small and medium-sized...
Nov 13, 20245 min read


The Hidden Money Hack for SMB Owners: Expense Reduction Audits
Running a small or medium-sized business (SMB) is no easy task. With limited resources and a focus on growth, business owners often...
Nov 6, 20244 min read


Why Small & Medium Businesses (SMBs) Should Demand Customized Workflow Automation Solutions
Let’s break down why customized workflow automation is not just a nice-to-have, but a must-have for SMBs.
Sep 4, 20243 min read
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