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For many SMEs, the biggest huddle in starting their digital transformation journey is taking the first step. Once the inertia is broken, businesses can easily add other complementary technologies that can drive further adoption. To ease into digital transformation, small businesses can leverage external systems, platforms, and professional guidance to…

Within the world of corporate Sustainability or its more recent manifestation ESG (environmental, social, governance) there exists a paradox. We have less than eight years to achieve the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which are meant “to give all of us on our planet a better future”. …

Generating economic growth and returns through the revival of community lending for SMEs — SMEs: Powering Global Growth & Job Creation As we discussed in our origin story post, here at Sapling we love SMEs — a lot. SMEs drive growth, which helps everyone, including nearly half the world, that live on less than $5.50 a day. Worldwide, SMEs represent over 90% of businesses and are responsible for 50–70% of employment…

Here’s the long overdue final part of a 3 part series. FUTURE EXPANSION The water hyacinth plight is not peculiar to Nigeria. Over 50 countries in tropical and sub-tropical zones are negatively affected by the infestation of water hyacinth. Whenever I have the opportunity, I make sure I highlight the…

Scams are unfortunately a fact of life in business whether you’re a large multinational corporation, a small-to-medium enterprise (SME) or a freelancer. The impact on a freelancer, however, is probably much harsher than on the other two for two reasons: 1. Many if not most freelancers don’t have much of…

Digitalization Provides Solutions that can be Accessed by all Regardless of their Gender. — The modern era has brought down digitalization under one roof where every individual can get equal opportunities to explore, ideate, lead, learn and grow in their respective fields. This helps to close the gender gaps in all the areas of the ecosystem where we live in. B2B firms here have…

Technology is no longer out of reach for small businesses. In reality, it is the best way to level the playing field between large and small businesses in terms of customer experience, as well as provide SMEs with a viable growth platform. Small and medium-sized businesses see technology as the…

The basic idea of CRM means making customers into fans. When an entrepreneur sees an opportunity he/she likes to pursue that. A proper business plan can help to start the business. What assures that the business will survive in the long run? How to succeed in this competitive world? And…

Affordable & accessible health insurance for all: The “Plum” way of e-healthcare! In the recent wake of events, people have become more vigilant about their healthcare benefits and insurance. It is no longer something that is advised for middle-aged people who are looking to secure their children’s and their own future. In addition, today’s healthcare is beyond physical ailment, it expands to…