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Feel free to contact your Account Manager at any point during this process. We realize that there are numerous decisions to be made when you\u2019re starting out, we’ll work with you through the process of identifying the various requirements to ensure you can have a working budget in hand as quickly as possible. We\u2019ll discuss all the options with you, including the pros and cons of choices like Hosted vs. On premises phone systems and In-House vs Outsourced payroll so that you can make the right choices for your new business. The Business of People. Human Resources (HR) and the accompanying Payroll can be managed, or even co-managed, from a cloud-based system.  You can utilize the Cloud-based system to \u201cshare your books\u201d with your accountant, share policy and benefits documents with your employees, and even Temp Agencies, when required. When hiring and interviewing, Resume\u2019s and CV\u2019s can be uploaded directly from your website or even outside systems like Indeed or Linked In.  This will allow you to better and more effectively manage documents and information directly from your desktop or mobile device.   Consider outsourcing some or all of the HR and Payroll tasks.  Many of the services traditionally handled in-house may be more effective, and affordable, if outsourced, especially when in the start-up phase.   Consider Setting up a Virtual Voice System. A virtual\u202fVoice assistant is a Cloud-based application which can understand\u202fvoice\u202fcommands and complete tasks for a user.\u202fFor example, dialing a phone, jotting down a note or information or ordering online.  Setting up and utilizing a Virtual Voice Assistant could eliminate the need for taking time out for rudimentary tasks.  Whether taking notes audibly or handling an online order, a Virtual Voice System is likely to speed up processes. Conveniently, Virtual\u202fassistants are available on most smartphones and tablets, traditional computers, and, now, even standalone devices like the Amazon Echo and Google Home.  Though these home-based systems aren\u2019t necessarily appropriate for the workplace, your UniVista Account Manager can help you identify the best systems appropriate for your business and your business goals. Co-Working Spaces. Rather than investing in a completely new business infrastructure when you\u2019re starting out, consider taking advantage of Co-working spaces.  Essentially, Co-working spaces are shared workspaces. They are an affordable office space option\u202ffor those looking to\u202fescape the isolation of a home office or coffee shop.  However, Co-working spaces are also ideal for start-ups because you can rent out only what you need, yet still take advantage of most of the amenities that a traditional office space offers.  Many of these\u202fshared workspaces\u202foffer a suite of office-like amenities such as hot-desks, private meeting rooms, kitchens, coffee and more.  Security. Security. Security. When considering a new business venture, it\u2019s important to budget for security.  Not only will you need appropriate equipment, but you\u2019ll need the appropriate Security Software technology to ensure your systems and your ideas are safe.  Talk to your UniVista Account Manager about appropriate equipment and adjunct services to keep your systems and intellectual property secure online. "},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Posts","item":"https:\/\/univista.com\/posts\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"The Ping: Starting A New Business in 2020","item":"https:\/\/univista.com\/posts\/1811\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]