Starting a new business comes with several important choices and risks for owners, but few are as important as the business location. Once owners find a great part of town to open up a retail store, restaurant, or office, then they have to decide if they should rent a commercial space, or buy one outright. […]

Although businesses continue to experience worker shortages and recruiting challenges, a bigger risk for some companies can come from current workers becoming exhausted and overworked. Employees are desperately needed to help keep businesses afloat, but there are significant dangers that can result from worker fatigue. In today's Aegis blog post, we discuss four of the […]

With spring nearly here and Covid restrictions eased in many parts of the country, many businesses are preparing for an uptick in customers and visitors to their commercial property. Before the larger crowds arrive, now is the ideal time to walk around your commercial property to inspect everything is in good working condition, and perform […]

When it comes to starting a business, choosing the right location is essential, but it's also important to have clear, quality commercial signage on the property. Without it, customers and vendors can struggle to find your business and it can be harder for your company to achieve long-term success. In today's Aegis blog post, we […]

Smartphones have changed the way people interact with businesses, and QR codes have been an integral part of that change. QR codes are scannable patterns that contain links and data that help customers connect in new ways with businesses. In today's Aegis blog post, we look at four ways that QR codes can help businesses […]

Each year, millions of teenagers begin driving lessons so they can earn their driver's license and start experiencing more independence. For parents, this can be a stressful time as they worry about their teen's safety as well as potential damage to their vehicles. Simply put, teenagers may be less experienced drivers but they can be […]

Customers that visit shopping centers and retail stores want lots of purchasing options and store amenities, but they also want to feel safe and secure while they're on the property. When people feel unsafe or find their vehicles burglarized, they are far less likely to return and will likely warn others not to visit. In […]

Despite the financial, supplier, and staffing hardships companies have ensured these last two years, businesses have continued to press forward and strive for growth. Many have succeeded in finding ways to grow their customer base and increase revenue, but might be unsure of what their next right step should be. In today's Aegis blog post, […]

Businesses make plans and preparations all the time – like when to roll out new products or services, what kinds of ads to run, and what should be ordered from suppliers and vendors. But the best laid plans can often get derailed by one sudden problem: a major utility outage. A lengthy utility outage can […]

As companies grow over time, business owners might realize it's time for upgrades and expansions as their customer base increases and their commercial property ages. Improvements and additions can add a lot to a building's aesthetic, but these changes may also impact Commercial Insurance as well. In today's blog post, we'll look at three commercial […]