Much like buying a home, buying a commercial property involves a lot of time, paperwork, and research in order to find the best property to fit your needs. It can also involve having the building inspected to ensure everything is working well, is in good condition, and meets all city and fire codes. Unfortunately, not […]

More effective than a television, radio, print, or Internet ad, viral videos can instantly boost the profile of a business or business owner as it spreads online and is shared by thousands or millions of viewers. While some business viral videos might highlight the skills of a kind retail employee or talented restaurant chef, others […]

Although we can't predict every kind of major weather event or severe storm that could come our way, improved weather forecasts can give us a window of opportunity to take precautions and make plans. For businesses, preparation can be the difference between losing very little property or revenue versus suffering major losses and enduring lengthy […]

Have you ever tripped on a floor mat in a restaurant or retail store? Have you ever had to walk in a poorly lit commercial parking lot or garage? Do you have to constantly step over computer wires and network cables at work? Many businesses do not realize until it's too late that buildings and […]

This year's hurricane season is predicted to be another active one, so businesses can take proactive steps now to protect their company, assets, and employees now before a storm impacts our region. While some preparation can be largely physical in nature, such as securing outdoor property and reinforcing windows, other preparation can be done through […]

Although summer may mean a boost in sales or customer activity, it could also mean an increase in worker injuries, lost or damaged merchandise, or structural issues to your business. For a large number of businesses, summer can be the riskiest time of the year. Today's Aegis blog post looks at the ways businesses may […]

Our ever-changing world of technology has led to countless innovations and improvements in the business world, and has even created new kinds of industries. Although the Internet and mobile devices have forever changed how we shop, work, and communicate, they don't automatically make our businesses safer or more secure. In today's Aegis blog, we look […]

Business owners often have very specific goals for their company, and will often focus on making sure their business is known as successful, profitable, innovative, popular, or growing. Unfortunately, one word that describes many small and medium businesses is vulnerable; meaning their merchandise can be easily harmed or damaged, or there are other factors that […]

Businesses owners know that it's never good to have an unexpected closure, whether it's due to inclement weather, utility disruptions, or damages to the building and interior property. While some businesses can easily transition to an off-site or alternate location, not all have that ability or luxury. As a result, a closure of any kind […]

Business owners will often spend a considerable amount of money to make their commercial property functional, easy to access, and welcoming to customers and visitors. However, criminals will look at a commercial property and notice very different things as they determine if a business would be a valuable and easy target. In today's Aegis blog […]