Would you believe that the first barcode was printed on a pack of Wrigley’s gum, and originally created to help grocery stores track inventory? If you’re interested in learning more fun facts like the ones above as well as how the barcode came to be, then check out our latest infographic.
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Happy 60th Anniversary of the Barcode!


From http://www.waspbarcode.com 3778 days ago
Made Hot by: TalkingHedzPR on October 5, 2012 4:19 am
Busting Small Business Myths


From http://www.waspbarcode.com 3821 days ago
Made Hot by: MindCircusMedia on August 22, 2012 8:09 pm
Myths. They’re everywhere. In business, myths can hinder your success—by either deterring you, or causing you to think things will be easier than they truly are. There are a lot of obstacles you’ll face as a small business owner, so don’t let these myths get in your way.
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The Art of a Good Summer Work Party


From http://www.waspbarcode.com 3829 days ago
Nobody should be all work and no play. Small business owners, especially, need to keep that in mind. So reward your hardworking, dedicated employees this summer with a well-planned work party! Not sure how to go about planning the perfect, work-appropriate summer bash? These tips should help.
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Tweetable Tips for Small Business Owners


From http://www.waspbarcode.com 3846 days ago
Check out the following statistics and tweet your favorite. Simply click the [Tweet it] button and we’ll auto-populate the tweet for you! It's that simple.
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The Future of Barcode Technology


From http://www.waspbarcode.com 3849 days ago
Today, barcodes are completely integrated into mainstream life — nearly every product in a grocery, department or mass merchandise store bears a UPC barcode. It’s clear that this technology works, and will continue to do so. Here are a few predictions on barcode technology.
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The State of the American Dream


From http://www.waspbarcode.com 3853 days ago
Made Hot by: HomeBusinessMedia on July 22, 2012 4:24 am
Even though, as a country, we’ve experienced a decline in entrepreneurship during the recent economic crisis, it remains a cornerstone in our economy—as it always has been. There are several reasons why small businesses thrive. Here's why.
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Breaking Down AdWords for Video on YouTube


From http://www.blastmedia.com 3853 days ago
Made Hot by: Marketing_Mashup on July 21, 2012 3:15 am
The most recent change to YouTube is a substantial one, and if your business has yet to adopt online video as a healthy slice of its marketing pie, you’ll want to listen up.
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5 Expectations Every Good Boss Demands


From http://www.waspbarcode.com 3862 days ago
Made Hot by: xxysystem90 on July 13, 2012 4:53 am
Employees are always looking for ways to impress you, the boss. Sometimes they think they know what you want, but fall short of meeting your expectations. To keep you happy and your small business productive, here are a few suggested expectations to demand from your employees.
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5 Habits to Break Before They Break Your Business


From http://www.waspbarcode.com 3877 days ago
Establishing a routine is what we do. It’s human nature. And while routines may help us stay on course, we often overlook the signs that our routines may actually be damaging our business. Here are 5 habits to break before they break your business.
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New Technology Makes Small the New Big in Business


From http://www.waspbarcode.com 3882 days ago
Made Hot by: Entrepreneurosaurus on June 24, 2012 4:40 am
In the past larger businesses have had access to all the best tools and resources and consumers have been faced with an impossible choice. Large companies can be faceless, disinterested, and difficult to deal with. Find out how your small business can go toe-to-toe with the giants.
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