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Member Insights
Learn from the experts! Sometimes it's hard to know everything about everything and that's when you need to rely on the expertise of others. Some of the Brampton Board of Trade members have volunteered to share their insights, tips, tricks and experience here for you. Do you have a topic in which you are the expert? Contact Kristi at kmacgibbon@bramptonbot.com to share your expertise.
March 8, 2020I recently listened to an audio book on Data Science in Business, and something that resonated with me was the idea of “Fast Data Analytics.” When harnessed, Fast Data Analytics can act as a springboard for the growth of your organization in a way that big data alone can't. Before I dig deeper, let’s clarify the difference between Big Data and Fast Data. Read more(0) Comments
March 8, 2020I am astounded at the number of articles that convey the message of digital transformation failing. Some data suggests that up to 80% of transformations are unsuccessful. Now, if I was a leader thinking about digital transformation and conducted some research, I'd likely be scared and forget the idea altogether. This brief article will articulate what I feel are the core needs of an organization in order to have a successful digital transformation. Read more(0) CommentsJanuary 20, 2020I have a friend who used to say “never have more personal things in your office than you can tuck under your arm.” He believed in a fast getaway and joked about never wanting to have to pack up a box and be escorted out of the building. That friend went on to open his own business and I wonder if he kept to his rule being able to tuck all of his worldly office possessions under one arm. Read more(0) Comments
December 11, 2019Georgian College students are looking for Winter 2020 co-ops. Let us be your source for industry specific talent to help with your recruitment and business needs. Build organizational success through a partnership with Georgian College and hire a student through Ontario’s #1 co-op college. Co-op consultants are ready to help you. Visit GeorgianCollege.ca/hireastudent to get started. Read more(0) CommentsNovember 18, 2019Get insight about buying a laptop for your business from the experts at Grand and Toy. When you own a business, one of the most important purchases that you will make is buying a laptop for you and your employees. Whether you are a new small business or an established business hiring a new employee, you will face the challenge of having to purchase a new business laptop. With many options on the market, it can be difficult to know which one to choose. Read more(0) CommentsNovember 18, 20192019 has flown by and we’re quickly approaching 20/20. Even though the holidays are here and our minds may be on time off and events with friends and family, this is also a great time of year to assess what worked and what didn't. Many of the people you do business with will be out of touch causing some frustrating log jams. If you find yourself in a place in your business where you can't get a whole lot done, you can use the time to start making plans for the future. Read more(0) Comments.jpg)
October 17, 2019As technology advances, companies are collecting, storing and transferring more personal information about their customers and employees than ever before. This not only opens organizations up to a cyber attack, but it also means that just one breach can affect thousands or even millions of individuals. And, unfortunately for organizations, cyber incidents cost more than just data. Read more(0) Comments.jpg)
October 17, 2019Credential stuffing attacks occur when a malicious party takes a stolen username and password, and tries them on a variety of different websites. For example, a hacker may have purchased a Google username and password from the dark web. Assuming that you use the same password for multiple accounts, the hacker would test these credentials on other platforms (e.g., banking or social media websites) using botnets (groups of computers tasked with various commands). Read more(0) Comments.jpg)
October 17, 2019Gone are the days when the most sensitive information on an employee’s phone was the names and phone numbers of their contacts. Now, a smartphone or tablet can be used to gain access to anything, including emails, stored passwords and even proprietary company data. Depending on how your organization uses such devices, unauthorized access to the information on a smartphone or tablet could be just as damaging as a data breach involving a traditional computer system. Read more(0) CommentsAugust 19, 2019If you host regularly scheduled meetings or events (like a weekly review) in your business, you may not even realize how detrimental they are to the productivity of your team. Read more(1) Comments