We have seen a rise in the number of start-ups offering cloud-based services and are reviewing an increasing number of SaaS or cloud-based software services contracts for our clients. Cloud computing may be a viable business model for either vendor or business owner, but as with anything, you have to do your homework.

“Order the hamburgers at Donna’s Diner if you like salty, dried out burgers dripping in ketchup and onions to try to give them some flavor. Don’t go there unless you have a strong stomach and you like sticky seats or surly waitresses. If you are lucky they will be out of what you ordered.  Got [...]

LinkedIn. Facebook. Vimeo. Pinterest. Typepad. Same purpose as newsletters, press releases and advertising (staying in contact with your customers and managing your brand). Same legal issues (copyright and trademark infringement, defamation).  But faster.  

Companies that can’t afford to provide a smartphone or tablet computer for their employees often allow employees to conduct company business on their personal devices, a practice known as BYOD or Bring Your Own Device.

What if? And then we….   These are the types of questions that are fueling the Triangle as a launchpad for start-ups.  Because we are so thankful for the entrepreneurial spirit, here are some of the many local entrepreneurial resources: North Carolina Lawyers for Entrepreneurs Assistance Program has substantial resources for  low wealth-entrepreneurs, including frequent free [...]

It’s vacation season.  Take a few minutes to think about your automatic out- of-office reply.