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  bizsmarts news
Take personal responsibility for 2010
Your entrepreneurial dreams are your responsibility and no-one else's. If you have been seduced by the hype of the 2010 FIFA World Cup it's time to get real.

Mobile Solution to Quick, Efficient Support and Service
Ineffective, slow response service and maintenance strangle profits for SME and larger companies selling and supporting high-tech hardware and software such as copier/print/fax multifunctional devices, PBX, power and integrated office automation solutions.
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tech reviews
Need legal advice but don't want a lawyer on retainer?
Why not consider a lawyer in a box and purchase Pastel LegalWrite. The lawyer-in-a- box software package is based on the latest South African legislation.
 
tech reviews
Verbatim Pocket Hard Drive
Slim line, pocket sized mobile storage for file backup on the go! The Verbatim Pocket Drive comes in a sleek design, with a tough aluminium base and a highly polished piano black surface
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ABOUT THE IDC
Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa Ltd (IDC) is a self-financing, national Development Finance Institution (DFI). It was established in 1940 to promote economic growth and industrial development in South Africa. Our mandate includes the rest of the Africa , and we operate in a broad spectrum of industries. With our specialized knowledge and experience, can offer financial assistance to a wide variety of individuals and companies. We maintain financial independence and apply sound business principles to everything we do. As a self-financing, state-owned national DFI, the IDC provides financing to entrepreneurs engaged in competitive industries. Web: www.idc.co.za, E-mail: callcentre@idc.co.za, Tel: 086 069 3888.
  new business trends
Are you making it Easy for Your Customers to Find You?
When you walk down the main road of town or walk around in a shopping centre, it's usually easy to find the shop or business you are looking for. They often have big signs and banners displayed outside the door or window to let you know they are there. However, when it comes to small businesses, how easy is it really to find them?

Social Media Marketing Boosts Businesses
So, what are the benefits of social media platforms? Romany Thresher, an industry expert, shares her knowledge and expertise.
Issue 96 5 May 2010
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upcoming event
International Franchise & Entrepreneurs Expo
[ 6 - 8 May 2010 ]
With all eyes on South Africa, now is the time to climb onto the franchise bandwagon and get in ahead of the next economic boom. IFE 2010 will showcase the very best franchise opportunities that South Africa has to offer.
book reviews
How NOT to Start and Run your own Business
The reality check that the business community so dearly needed is about to hit bookstores as Scott Cundill tears apart the fabric of the entrepreneurial world in his hilarious, yet chillingly realistic debut "mini-epic".