Small Business Technology Undefined

However, you might prefer to get your e-mail and other collaboration services from a service provider that offers them. Some services offer products that are so like Exchange that you can't tell the difference. Maybe that doesn't even matter to you -- you just need an efficient e-mail system.

Besides the size and the cost of products, you also need to consider your business and technical styles. Some of you may enjoy having complete control over many of your systems and products, while others are more concerned with the business side of your business and don't want to spend much time controlling e-mail policy or unauthorized Web use. And those style needs may vary from category to category.

The bottom line is that there isn't much in the way of software and hardware capabilities you don't need in your small business. Your size shouldn't constrain you from taking advantage of technology, because so many options exist to help you fulfill those needs. Take advantage of the ones that are right for your business.