Leasing Equipment
Financing new equipment -- from computers to phone systems to capital equipment and other gear you need to run your company -- is a major issue for many small business owners. Leasing, instead of purchasing, can be a cost-effective option, particularly if you don't have the cash on hand, but need the equipment. In fact, you might want to consider leasing even if you do have the cash to invest. By leasing, you might find that you can regulate your cash flow more effectively, because you have...
Securing Your Inventory and Property
It can be difficult to prove that an employee is stealing your equipment or inventory, but this can be extremely costly fraud. The key is not to catch someone in the act, but to enact policies that prevent it from happening. Use these techniques to help stop employee theft in its tracks. Run regular inventory audits Occasional inspections and audits of inventory will help prevent fraud and theft. Like your accounting audits, make these inventory checks a surprise. These audits will keep records...