Have you heard of the “Dark Web”? While you might not consider yourself a “techie” person, it is crucial to keep abreast of what employees might be doing on their work computers. And this includes accessing the Dark Web. It might sound like a mythical creation from a sci-fi movie, but it is actually an easily accessible portion of the Internet that is untraceable and often used … [More]
La Bocca Valley-wide
Known in its Tempe location for incredible Mediterranean and Italian food, La Bocca Urban Kitchen + Wine Bar added locations in Chandler and on High Street in North Phoenix in recent months. This eatery is famous for its made-from-scratch pizzas and all-fresh and high-quality ingredients that take the flavors of these regions to an authentically delicious level. The perfect … [More]
It’s Not Just Checkbook Giving Anymore
In the past, the most common way for individual donors to support their favorite nonprofit was to open their checkbooks once per year in response to the annual fundraising campaign. They wrote checks from discretionary income, and, on occasion, donated stock or other appreciated assets. They still do, but today they have a wider array of giving vehicles at their fingertips, … [More]
STEM Under the Hood
Cars today have upward of 200 computer modules, and, adding to the complexity of repairing these vehicles, the technology used varies with the different manufacturers. The hybrid technology of Tesla and Nissan, for instance, uses different operating systems, different processes and different energy management systems. Noting the need for trained individuals who understand how … [More]
GCU Launches Business Resource for Students and Community
Grand Canyon University will open its Small Business Consulting Center this fall as a free resource for students, alumni and community businesses. It differentiates itself from other business consulting centers — incubators and accelerators — by using the resources of GCU’s faculty and students as well as drawing on the expertise of Phoenix’s entrepreneurial ecosystem with … [More]
2016 CT6 Cadillac Sedan
Introducing a new standard for excellence, the reinvented sedan by Cadillac is the 2016 CT6. With advanced technology and the latest in engine technologies, this performance luxury sedan is turning heads. With a twin turbo 3.0-liter V6 engine, acceleration is impressive. The 400 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque make for an exceptional response off the line. With … [More]
Tommy V’s Urban Kitchen & Bar
Urban Italian in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale makes for great lunchtime fare. This simple, modern establishment off Indian School Road is all about the best ingredients and fresh and innovative urban Italian dishes in an atmosphere that is open and vibrant. Known for its live music and great nighttime menu, Tommy V’s translates beautifully in the daylight as an equally … [More]
Hybrid Cloud: A Good Business Choice?
Over the past decade, with the diffusion of virtualization technology, the cloud computing industry has seen exponential growth. This trend continues as cloud services are able to offer more of the solutions that are important to business operations, while enterprise customers continue to discover and realize the incredible value in consuming their computing demands as a … [More]
‘Selling to the Federal Government’
The U.S. government is the largest single purchaser of goods and services in the world, awarding approximately $500 billion in contracts every year. Participating in the process to gain access to these federal contracts can be challenging and overwhelming for small-business owners. On the first Wednesday of every month, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Arizona … [More]
2016 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro
This tough and rugged edition of the Toyota 4Runner is all about a bold new look and an equally bold level of performance on and off road. A legendary SUV, this edition boasts a bold front grill, black badging and even black-bezel headlights and lightweight, 17-inch, matte black TRD alloy rims. 4Runner TRD Pro includes a powerful 4.0-liter, 270-horsepower, V6 engine that … [More]
Hillstone Restaurant: A Biltmore Classic
A timeless appeal is what one can expect from Hillstone on Camelback Road in the Biltmore area. This classic cuisine fused with many of the more popular concepts, like sushi and steakhouse, truly does have a bit of it all. In the heart of this business district, at lunch it is reservations only as the place is hopping with business meetings. The bar is open for dining as … [More]
Microsoft Audits – Why Be Prepared?
Businesses have to be accurate and diligent when it comes to accounting and tracking the revenue that flows through the organization, how it is used, assets purchased and profits made, for submittal to the IRS every year. If they don’t and the IRS decides to perform an audit, it can be expensive, painful and, in some cases, bring forth criminal challenges. Just like tracking … [More]
2016 Tesla X: P90D Performance All-Wheel Drive
The SUV market is changing, with fuel efficiency being the real driver. At Tesla, it is all about electricity and design. Useful and truly an innovation, the new Tesla X is an SUV entry that will likely be considered a turning point in design, efficiency and spaciousness. The Model X is touted as the safest, fastest and most capable sport utility vehicle ever made. It is … [More]
The Herb Box
Founded by catering guru Susan Smederovac-Wilcox in 1995 as a catering company, The Herb Box filled a niche in its original location in DC Ranch that quickly became all the rage. This eatery has evolved to include three locations. With innovative menus and now spirits and other libations, The Herb Box is known for a great neighborhood urban experience that is second to … [More]
Arizona-Mexico Trade Is Growing, and Creates Jobs on Both Sides of the Border
“While much attention is given to the rising volume of U.S. imports from México over the past decade, what is often overlooked is the fact that México has emerged as the second destination in the world for U.S. exports,” said Consul General of Mexico in Phoenix Roberto Rodríguez, referring to statistics of the U.S. Census Bureau highlights. “In 2015, U.S. companies exported USD … [More]
How to Know When to Litigate
Back in the day if a person was wronged, a business defamed or promise unfulfilled, the offended party could challenge his opponent to a duel, meet at high noon, step off his paces, and pray to God that neither his opponent’s aim nor his pistol were more accurate than his own. Historically, we’ve too often solved disputes with threats or violence (or at least by sending Luca … [More]
Rolling Out a Retail Healthcare Concept
SingleCare, an online retail marketplace for healthcare services, officially launched last month in the Arizona market following a beta rollout in April 2015. Using SingleCare’s website, patients can search for healthcare providers by specialty or location, comparing prices, booking appointments and tracking their healthcare spending. SingleCare pre-negotiates prices that … [More]
Office to Go
These gadgets add the flexibility of portability for the business company man or woman. Be Office Ready Readyaction Office is a chest harness for tablets that allows users to strap their tablets to their body. Sort of a hands-free, portable office, if you get my drift. It positions the tablet open at any angle for hands-free viewing and data input, and then conveniently locks … [More]
