Below is an infographic explaining the 4 main types of image file types, when to use them, when not to use them, their best features, and a little background information about each. JPEG, PNG, PDF and Ai are some of the...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 6, 2015 Media Contact: Ben Seidel, President and Founder After applying for a grant through Chase Mission Main Street Grants, Igniting Business quickly exceeded the number of votes needed to advance and has made it to the final...

One of the first steps in starting a business is designing a logo that is essentially the face of the company. Logos are a way for people to recognize and identify with the company's brand. The logo is what appears on...

Release Date and Strategy Windows 10 will officially release on July 29 and will be available for free upgrade of all Windows 7 and Windows 8.1 users. This free option is available for one year, followed by Windows 10 Home costing...

Did you know that the majority of us learn best with the use of pictures, color association and observation? The importance of great product photography may make or break your website demand and especially your ecommerce sales. The more appealing and...

  You may have heard about the new USB connector and cable called USB-C. It will eventually become an industry standard and replace the current USB 3 ports we are very familiar with. Some laptops, such as the 2015 Macbook and...

Regardless of what type of business you own/run, setting realistic marketing goals is a challenge for anyone. It sounds like a simple task, but ends up feeling demanding and impractical. There are a few aspects people struggle with, like setting challenging...

Google announced earlier this year that their search engine algorithm will start rewarding websites that are "mobile-friendly." As the terms entails, this means that sites with responsive designs will gain an advantage in site rankings. This is Google's way of pushing...

Last Updated on January 17, 2022 Note that Microsoft has released a product called Microsoft Teams that is intended to replace both Microsoft Lync and Skype for Business. While Skype for Business can still be downloaded currently, users are strongly encouraged...

  There has been some talk going around about the new Windows 10 operating system. Rumored to be released as soon as this summer, the new Windows boasts features such as the personal assistant Cortana and a new browser called Spartan....

Over the past couple months, you may have seen contractors around your neighborhood digging and laying fiber optics. I would encourage you to check out my earlier blog on the status of Google Fiber construction and pricing for small businesses. Google...

  Help us celebrate the growth of Igniting Business as we commemorate the opening of our Kansas City Office. We are excited to come to this area bringing our expertise and successes in helping small businesses grow. Please join us while...

Most clients that I visit say they have some sort of backup system, but they don't really know where or how their data is being backed up. Other businesses may not have a current system in place due to budgetary reasons...

UPDATE: Two days after publishing this post, Google contacted us and stated that though construction is still in progress, sign-ups for Google Fiber in Lee's Summit will be open in March.UPDATE 2: Signup for Google Fiber in Lee's Summit is now...

Theft is real and common Everyone thinks that it'll never happen to them. But that's not true. If you want proof, type in "2014 identity theft statistics" in google. You will be surprised by the results. The truth is that few...

There are many benefits of redesigning your website. Web development companies, of course, appreciate when you are ready to pull the trigger on a new design from a financial perspective. But the bigger question remains, is redesigning my small business website...

  Shopping for tech this year? With so many products being advertised, searching the best product can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. Although finding the best option isn't easy, here are a few reminders on how to...

    Have you been considering key upgrades for your computer systems or office technology?  Now is the perfect time to look at upgrading your technology.  Towards the end of the year, many of our component vendors provide steep discounts in...

Igniting Business will be presenting a marketing seminar at the Columbia Chamber of Commerce's annual Small Business Exhibition held on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 from 12-4 p.m.  Grab a passport and tour dynamic booth displays from Chamber businesses with 15 or...

The ability to share files without emailing back and forth has been a fantastic tool for small businesses. Sharing any sort of document is so easy these days that we don't realize how much time this saves us. DropBox is probably...

Having an active presence on Google Plus can be very beneficial to businesses of all sizes, but sometimes this platform can be overlooked.  Let’s take a look at some of the benefits this platform provides and how your business could be...