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Cost-cutting: Let staff know
Companies least likely to cut costs in vital areas such as risk management: survey.
How firms can stretch their dollars
10 creative, penny-pinching ways companies can scrimp and save to maintain profits during these tough times. -ST
Right time for telecom expense management
Firms are turning to telecom service providers for new solutions that can help manage burgeoning telecom-related expenses more efficiently.
Unlocking savings with taxes
Here are some best practices you can tap on to maximise GST recovery, improve compliance and enhance import/export processes.
A business continuity plan is vital
Avoid the following common mistakes if you want to keep your business up and running if disaster strikes.
Hidden profits from customer service and support
Modern customer service is a strategic function that differentiates the great from the good in companies.
Training, not layoffs, is the SATS recipe
Cross-training and re-skilling will help create a dynamic workforce: exec chef.
A new way to get funding
For SMEs with worthy business plans and proposals, Dealflow matches them with fund sources and intermediaries.
Faster way for firms to tap shareholder funds
Currently takes up to 45 days, but with revamp, it could be quicker by at least 20 days.
UK tip for SMEs: export freely, expand markets
High on minister's agenda is giving trade with Asian nations a boost.
Know your business partners
There are various forms of due diligence you can do to understand the people and companies you are working with.
When there's no choice but retrenchment
Staying in business is far a more pressing issue. -ST
Harnessing GST for growth
Govt should extend its compliance assurance programme to more businesses and give fund managers partial deductions.
Uncovering global business opportunities in a downturn
Companies looking to go international can seek help with IE Singapore and the Singapore Business Federation.
The personal touch from managers
In order to serve customers well, health and fitness are of key importance to Boncafe International.
It's survival of the fittest among local SMEs
MINT KANG looks at three homegrown companies which have implemented successful health programmes.
Private sector's turn to fight recession
The budget has been unvield and the ball is now in the private sectors hands to find solutions. -myp
Generating revenue via corporate events
A striking feature at corporate events is the engagement of lovely lasses, even models, to spice up the events.-TNP
Prudence is the name of the game
Times are tough. So some members of the Indian community have started cutting back on expenses to survive this economic crisis. -tabla!
 
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