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The Argus II system was successfully implanted in a senior suffering from age-related macular degeneration, which affects 20 to 25 million people globally.

The simple task of sending and receiving goods can be one of the most expensive and often overlooked aspects of a business.

The co-founders of Meow Parlour raised three times as much cash as they set out to raise with a Kickstarter campaign. But that wasn't the best part of their crowdfunding success.

Results can be improved with a heightened management focus on the continuous flow of strategic change. Drive responsibility for day-to-day operational revamping as far down in the organization as possible.

Even if you're still in the planning stages for your new enterprise, it's never too soon to start thinking about these six operational issues that will impact and contribute to the success of your business.

The information could be useful, if it's prepared correctly and you know what to look for.

A focus on franchisee selection, training and operations helped Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches reach number five on the Franchise 500 list this year.

In this case study, telecom startup Grasshopper explains how rethinking its values helped realign the company's goals, reduce turnover and find the cash to reinvest in itself.

After John Grassia and David Smith lost their jobs as pilots, they bought an Express Oil Change franchise to supplement their incomes.

Sales of small businesses rose in 2012 and are expected to increase in the new year. Here's what you should do to prepare to sell.

If you're sailing your boat without a rudder, you're going to lose control when the water gets rough. A growing business needs a sound operations plan to survive.

If your operation falls to pieces when you're not there, you're doing something wrong. Use these tips to create a sustainable system.

How to light your retail space to the best effect without breaking the bank.

A stationery boutique owner had to do some serious bargain-hunting when she needed a web designer to add a 'shop online' element to her company's website.

In its ongoing quest to make Web apps as fast as desktop software, Google Page Speed Service accelerates Web page load times.

The pool of available IP addresses is rapidly decreasing. You may soon find that your IP address contains letters.

From mobility to scalabilty, here's a look at the top trends in ecommerce for the coming year.

A new online matchmaker offers to connect small-business owners with volunteer advisors.

Use these tips when it's time for your company to find professional IT help.

A successful transition can be as easy as asking the right questions.

With some due diligence, you won't need an army of IT experts to keep hackers out.