As a new year begins, it's the perfect time to reflect on the successes and challenges of the previous year to figure out what should be done differently in the new year. One way to achieve more success in 2023 is to invest back into your business to ensure you have the tools and technology needed to thrive.

Discover the top three investments you can make back into your business for 2023, and how Aegis Insurance & Financial Services can protect your business along the way.

Restaurants and bars are busier than ever, with many customers returning after time away because of Covid concerns, and others drawn in by major sporting events in football and soccer. With the increase in customers comes an increase in safety concerns, especially for sports bars or restaurants that serve alcohol.

In today's Aegis blog post, we'll examine four training tips for restaurant and bar owners to improve safety for both employees and customers to provide a fun and positive experience for everyone.

Every kind of company relies on business assets in order to run their daily operations, whether it's restaurant kitchen equipment, a contractor's service truck, or a warehouse for retail businesses. When your business needs to upgrade or expand its assets, you'll need to decide if it makes financial sense to lease or buy your new equipment, vehicles, or other property.

Restaurants are one of many industries looking for innovative ways to welcome back customers and boost revenue after the challenges of the last two years. With more people dining out and congregating in groups again, many are looking for restaurants that offer private rooms for hosting parties and corporate events.

This week, Hurricane Ian made landfall in the state of Florida, bringing with it torrential winds, devastating storm surges, and widespread flooding. Although Texas businesses and homeowners can breathe a quick sign of relief that our region was spared, the reality is that catastrophic weather can impact our region at any time.

People will pass judgment quickly on your business simply by how the building looks inside or outside. Your company should always project the best possible image to make a positive impression with customers and vendors, and not one that discourages them from returning.

In today's Aegis blog post, learn three types of commercial building maintenance that can strengthen your company's reputation and encourage return visitors.

Sports fans love to visit their local restaurants and bars to cheer for their favorite football, baseball, basketball, or soccer teams, or watch special events such as pay-per-view boxing or mixed martial art fights. While bar and restaurant owners enjoy the uptick in food and drink sales, these larger and sometimes rowdy crowds can pose a risk for owners.

Over the last two years, labor shortages and supply chain delays have impacted workplace safety in construction sites, warehouses, contractor jobs, and other labor-intensive jobs. As a result, some companies have seen an uptick in worker injuries and worksite accidents, leading to costly delays and losses.

Investing in technology strengthens your business by preserving productivity and reducing worker liability claims or employee absences. Learn three ways technology tools can enhance safety both for your employees and worksite.

The most active period of hurricane season generally begins in August, and with our region already affected by a summer-long drought, conditions are ripe for flash floods and heavy rainfall. However, there are proactive steps you can take now to better protect your commercial property from costly property damage and business interruptions.

Millions of companies across the country operate out of rented or leased commercial space, but business owners are usually required to meet specific requirements before property landlords let them move in and use the space. These contractual obligations protect the property owner, but also the business itself if disaster strikes the property.