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Monday, June 24, 2013
CMIT Solutions Recognizes Armando D'Accordo
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Immigration Reform Discussion
Franchising
Business Leaders Discuss the Needs of Real Businesses in the Context of Comprehensive Immigration
Reform and Economic Growth
For months, franchise industry leaders have been listening to the concerns from real business owners working to grow their business, every single day. As immigration reform becomes the focus in Congress, we need to make sure reform and economic growth, are dually achieved.
Franchising's role in the economy has
grown faster than other small businesses and, it is imperative that immigration
reform supports and fosters that same growth for all business owners. In New
York, International Franchising Association (IFA) members and their franchisees
will gather to discuss the impact of immigration reform on their small
businesses, this Friday.
Armando D'Accordo, the president and owner of CMIT Solutions of South Nassau, will join many other franchise leaders, from companies such as Dunkin' Donuts/Baskin Robbins, Front Burner Brands and Tilted Kit, in participating in this discussion.
When:
Friday June 21 at 12:00 PM
Where:
The Javits
Center
Room 1C05 (Across from IFA
Booth at show hall)
36th Street and 11th
Avenue
New York, NY
10001
For more information about this and other events included in this years' International Franchise Expo, visit: http://www.ifeinfo.com/
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
Is your Small Business Prepared for a Natural Disaster?
Natural Disasters have been a popular news item this year. Hurricane Sandy recovery is still underway. Tornado outbreaks have
devastated towns in Oklahoma, Texas, and Kansas. Wildfires have been spreading in
Colorado. Keep in mind that the 2013 Atlantic Hurricane Season is well under way, with one
storm already causing minor damage on the East Coast.
How can disasters like these affect small businesses? For some, they may just mean a few days of lost business. For others, the termination of digital data, physical records, and basic infrastructure can be detrimental. A smart data recovery plan should always be in place.
Commonly, small business assume that they are not likely to be affected by natural disasters. But that kind of disregard can be devastating, especially considering how easy it is to prepare for unforeseen impacts. Consider these five tips to keep your business safe in the face of weather-related threats:
1) Work with CMIT Solutions to implement a data disaster strategy. Losing even a small amount of information can be devastating for a small business. So setting up a sound data back-up plan that’s automatic and instantaneous should be your first move. Also consider classifying data based on sensitivity and security, setting up server recovery arrangements, and, if you haven’t already, considering cloud solutions for data recovery.
2) Draw up a Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP). A COOP, also known as a Business Continuity Plan, acts a roadmap for continuing operations under adverse conditions. Losing access to office space can be a business owner’s worst nightmare. But setting up a contingency plan to keep things running in the face of even major setbacks can save you time, effort, and money in the short and near term. Identify key employees, critical procedures, and necessary records that are integral to your business. Then implement a clearly spelled-out plan that will keep those elements safe when disaster strikes — and put them back to work once it’s safe to do so.
3) Make sure your insurance policies are comprehensive and up to date. A December 2012 survey by Alibaba, Vendia, and Auctiva found that 84% of small businesses don’t have natural disaster insurance. Many property insurance policies don't cover natural disasters, while some may cover wind damage but not flood damage. Read between the lines of your policy — and if it doesn’t seem adequate, look into supplementary coverage.
4) Maintain a basic emergency kit in the office. Seems simple, right? First-aid kits, fire extinguishers, sanitation supplies, dried food, drinking water, batteries, and even emergency lights are staples of the American workplace. But maintaining (and periodically updating) a dedicated emergency kit can keep your business prepared for disasters both large and small.
5) If a major disaster does strike, communicating with customers — and spelling out in advance how those procedures will work — is key. That might mean updating your business’ social media account from a mobile device; setting up automated e-mail, phone call, or text message blasts; or, in the event of massive power outages, even embracing more personal forms of interaction. No matter what, updating customers early and often may mean the difference between bouncing back better than ever or struggling to recover after the disaster.
Please contact us if you have any questions.
How can disasters like these affect small businesses? For some, they may just mean a few days of lost business. For others, the termination of digital data, physical records, and basic infrastructure can be detrimental. A smart data recovery plan should always be in place.
Commonly, small business assume that they are not likely to be affected by natural disasters. But that kind of disregard can be devastating, especially considering how easy it is to prepare for unforeseen impacts. Consider these five tips to keep your business safe in the face of weather-related threats:
1) Work with CMIT Solutions to implement a data disaster strategy. Losing even a small amount of information can be devastating for a small business. So setting up a sound data back-up plan that’s automatic and instantaneous should be your first move. Also consider classifying data based on sensitivity and security, setting up server recovery arrangements, and, if you haven’t already, considering cloud solutions for data recovery.
2) Draw up a Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP). A COOP, also known as a Business Continuity Plan, acts a roadmap for continuing operations under adverse conditions. Losing access to office space can be a business owner’s worst nightmare. But setting up a contingency plan to keep things running in the face of even major setbacks can save you time, effort, and money in the short and near term. Identify key employees, critical procedures, and necessary records that are integral to your business. Then implement a clearly spelled-out plan that will keep those elements safe when disaster strikes — and put them back to work once it’s safe to do so.
3) Make sure your insurance policies are comprehensive and up to date. A December 2012 survey by Alibaba, Vendia, and Auctiva found that 84% of small businesses don’t have natural disaster insurance. Many property insurance policies don't cover natural disasters, while some may cover wind damage but not flood damage. Read between the lines of your policy — and if it doesn’t seem adequate, look into supplementary coverage.
4) Maintain a basic emergency kit in the office. Seems simple, right? First-aid kits, fire extinguishers, sanitation supplies, dried food, drinking water, batteries, and even emergency lights are staples of the American workplace. But maintaining (and periodically updating) a dedicated emergency kit can keep your business prepared for disasters both large and small.
5) If a major disaster does strike, communicating with customers — and spelling out in advance how those procedures will work — is key. That might mean updating your business’ social media account from a mobile device; setting up automated e-mail, phone call, or text message blasts; or, in the event of massive power outages, even embracing more personal forms of interaction. No matter what, updating customers early and often may mean the difference between bouncing back better than ever or struggling to recover after the disaster.
Please contact us if you have any questions.
Friday, June 14, 2013
Technology Meeting for CPAs about Paperless Offices
Sponsored by NCCPAP
Date: Tuesday, June 18
Time:
Registration: 7:45 AM
Program: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Speaker: Armando D'Accordo
Location: Airport Diner
3760 Veterans HWY
Bohemia, NY 11716
Credits: 2 CPE/ MAP/ Advisory Services
Cost: $35.00
(Contact information available at: http://go.nccpap.org/Events/EventDescription/?CalendarEventKey=c7c336be-672a-48ec-af1e-6ae2269e3738)
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Armando D'Accordo Awarded
Merrick Professional of the Year
Photo courtesy of the Merrick Chamber of Commerce
Last night, Armando D'Accordo was given the title of the Merrick Chamber of Commerce's Professional of the Year. "I am honored and grateful to have received this award from my peers," said Armando about his nomination and achievement.
The CMIT family could not be more excited about his well deserved recognition and look forward to many more years of his exceptional leadership, service, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
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