How Smart Data Management Can Transform Your Small Business (And How AKOR Services Can Help)
Let me ask you something: How much time does your team spend looking for information that should be easy to find? If you're like most small business owners I talk to, the answer is way too much. Spreadsheets scattered across different computers. Customer records that don't match up. Employees emailing files back and forth because there's no central place to store things. Sound familiar? Here's the thing: every small business creates data. Every invoice, every customer interaction, every project note, every time clock entry. But creating data and managing data are two very different things. And that's exactly where[...]
Why Working with a Print Broker is the Smartest Move for Busy Businesses (and Your Bottom Line)
Running a business means wearing about seventeen different hats on any given Tuesday. You're managing operations, keeping customers happy, putting out fires, and somehow still trying to grow your brand. So when it's time to order promotional products or printed materials, the last thing you need is another complicated project eating up your already-packed schedule. Here's the thing, you don't have to do it all yourself. Working with a print broker like AKOR Services takes the headaches off your plate while actually saving you money in the process. Sounds too good to be true? Stick with me, and I'll[...]
Introducing Data & List Management: The New Way Small Businesses Keep Bookkeeping Clean and Organized
I know you're probably thinking, "Great, another service I didn't know I needed." But hear me out – I've been watching small business owners struggle with the same problem for years, and I think we've finally found a solution that actually makes sense. You know that feeling when you're trying to reconcile your books and realize your inventory spreadsheet doesn't match your purchasing records, which don't match your pricing list, which definitely don't match what's actually on your shelves? Or when you're preparing for tax season and discover you've been entering the same vendor information three different ways across[...]
2025 in Review: Top 5 Winning Promo Items & Print Projects Businesses Used to Boost Their Brand
What a year 2025 turned out to be! As we settle into the new year, it's the perfect time to look back at what really worked in the promotional products and printing world. From sustainable swag that actually made people smile to print projects that stopped scrollers in their tracks, businesses found some seriously effective ways to get their brands noticed. At AKOR Services, we had a front-row seat to all the action, helping our clients navigate the ever-changing landscape of promotional marketing. Whether you're planning your 2026 strategy or just curious about what drove results last year, here's[...]
Top Promotional Product Trends to Watch in 2026
The promotional products game is evolving fast, and 2026 is shaping up to be a year where smart choices make all the difference. Gone are the days when businesses could throw cheap pens and plastic trinkets at potential customers and call it marketing. Today's consumers expect more: and they're getting it. If you're planning your promotional strategy for the year ahead, you're in the right spot. We're diving deep into what's hot, what's not, and how to make choices that actually move the needle for your brand. The Big Picture: Quality Over Quantity Wins Before we jump into specific[...]
Why We Use AI to Answer Calls: But Real Humans Handle Your Business at AKOR Services
You call our number, and Rachel picks up. She's friendly, efficient, and never has a bad day. She won't give you incorrect answers. She's also artificial intelligence. And we know that might give you pause. In a world where personal service feels increasingly rare, you might wonder why a company that prides itself on relationships would put AI between you and real people. It's a fair question, and one we've wrestled with ourselves. The answer isn't about cutting corners or reducing costs: it's about giving you better service while preserving what matters most: genuine human connections when they count.[...]
Let me ask you something: How much time does your team spend looking for information that[...]
Running a business means wearing about seventeen different hats on any given Tuesday. You're managing operations,[...]
I know you're probably thinking, "Great, another service I didn't know I needed." But hear me[...]
What a year 2025 turned out to be! As we settle into the new year, it's[...]
The promotional products game is evolving fast, and 2026 is shaping up to be a year[...]
You call our number, and Rachel picks up. She's friendly, efficient, and never has a bad[...]
