by Mark Holland | Sep 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
Introduction In an age marked by rapid technological change, rising cyber threats, and unpredictable market disruptions, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face increasing vulnerability. Business Continuity Planning (BCP) is no longer a luxury—it’s a lifeline....
by Mark Holland | Sep 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
Hypothetical Case Study: Total Tool Supply, Inc. OverviewTotal Tool Supply, Inc., a family-run industrial supply company based in the Midwest, had operated successfully for more than two decades, serving construction firms, municipalities, and manufacturing plants. By...
by Mark Holland | Sep 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
Jefferson & Cole, LLC, a 15-person accounting firm in the Intermountain West, believed they were “too small to be targeted.” Their protections were basic: a password-protected server, periodic antivirus updates, and annual credit checks on the partners’...
by Mark Holland | Sep 25, 2025 | Uncategorized
Keeping a business journal offers several advantages for entrepreneurs and professionals. Here are eight key benefits that I have discovered as I have kept my business journal: My journal helps me to clarify my thinking and goal setting. Writing down thoughts...
by Mark Holland | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
For many small business owners, hiring a lawyer may seem like a luxury or something to consider only when trouble arises. But in reality, having a good lawyer on your team from the beginning is one of the smartest investments a business can make. A skilled attorney...
by Mark Holland | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
Running a small business comes with a unique set of risks—property damage, liability claims, cyberattacks, employee injuries, and more. While many business owners focus on marketing, sales, and growth, one area that often gets overlooked—until it’s too late—is...