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Purchasing restaurant equipment is one of the biggest investments owners can make.  Holding on to out of date or inefficient equipment can cause costly work stoppages and increased energy bills.  There are several factors to consider when deciding on what equipment to purchase including price, operational need, available space and energy consumption.  Where you purchase your equipment matters.  Shelling out the money for high quality new equipment is well worth the extra investment when compared to the risks of buying used.  Here we’ve identified some of the top places to purchase new equipment online. 

Small businesses are the driving force behind the American economy and as such it is of vital importance that consumers make an effort to support them.  While the convenience of shopping at a large box store or the predictable quality of a chain restaurant can be appealing, making the decision to buy locally not only benefits your local economy, it can provide a myriad of other benefits to your community.  Additionally, the items you purchase are often unique and the customer service you receive tends to be far superior to that of large chains. 

“One in two small businesses fail within five years of opening, and research shows that burnout and exhaustion are contributing factors.” – Entrepreneur

Festival season is upon us and this exciting and fun time of year has so much opportunity for small businesses to profit. With access to large audiences, small businesses have an easy outlet to make a big impression. Here are a few ways to make sure your business is ready for this years festivals.

Starting early, running unique promotional campaigns and having a strong online presence are the keys to success for small businesses looking to compete with the retail giants.  Here we’ve collected some information from across the web to help you prepare for back to school season.