Capterra Blog

Published on 2023-11-21 by Tessa Anaya

Recruiting and retaining top talent is always a challenge for small to midsize businesses. To understand more about how companies can build an employee retention strategy, we asked over 1,000 employees in Canada what would make... Continue Reading

Published on 2023-10-23 by Tessa Anaya

Whether you're a small business owner or a human resource professional looking to integrate digital workforce management, an efficient personnel management tool can help you optimize your workforce. This guide examines the top... Continue Reading

Published on 2023-10-23 by Tessa Anaya

Streamline the entire employee management lifecycle—from the moment they apply till they retire—with these five top-rated tools for HR professionals. Continue Reading

Published on 2023-10-10 by Tessa Anaya

An LMS is an all-in-one learning management system, content repository and learner community. Those looking to streamline eLearning processes should review these five best-rated enterprise training solutions for small and midsize... Continue Reading

Published on 2023-09-26 by Tessa Anaya

Many Canadians are excited about what a smart city in Canada could offer, whether it's improving administrative, health, energy, or mobility services. To find out which services are most in demand (as well as learn about concerns... Continue Reading

Published on 2023-07-20 by Tessa Anaya

The dawn of artificial intelligence (AI) being put to use by SMEs is upon us. As these tools begin to offer more help and functionality to teams in all departments, AI brings many benefits for human resource (HR) teams; but some... Continue Reading

Published on 2023-07-17 by Tessa Anaya

Flexible working models are becoming more popular in Canadian businesses. Discover the best practices for hybrid workplaces and the people who lead them. Continue Reading

Published on 2023-06-26 by Tessa Anaya

The decision to downsize can be unexpected and tough for employers and employees alike. What are the most common reasons for layoffs, and how are employees supported in the aftermath? Capterra surveyed 1,000+ employees of small... Continue Reading

Published on 2023-05-31 by Tessa Anaya

An IT outage can disrupt a digital business as much as a fire can, but many SMEs don’t have an incident management plan in place for when disaster strikes. Here’s why they should. Continue Reading

Published on 2023-05-22 by Tessa Anaya

Prices are climbing for a wide range of products and services, triggering economic fears for business owners and patrons alike. But have those fears influenced the way Canadians shop? Read our survey analysis about inflation’s... Continue Reading

Published on 2023-05-10 by Tessa Anaya

Rising prices and inflation in Canada have been points of concern for consumers over the last few years. To gauge the economic effects, reactions, and expectations regarding these issues, we surveyed 1,000+ Canadian consumers in... Continue Reading

Published on 2023-03-27 by Tessa Anaya

For businesses, making operations more eco-friendly can help boost efficiency and lower energy costs. It can also attract the “sustainable consumer" to a brand, as this buyer persona prefers patronizing companies that participate... Continue Reading

Published on 2023-03-20 by Smriti Arya

When an employee leaves the organization due to resignation, termination or retirement, there are various activities that the HR department should thoughtfully perform. In this article, we will dive deep into the offboarding... Continue Reading

Published on 2023-03-15 by Tessa Anaya

This article was originally published on 3/8/2023 To follow our analysis on gender equality in the workplace in Canada, our second article in this series will investigate how parents are balancing work and family responsibilities... Continue Reading

Published on 2023-02-16 by Ines Bahr and Smriti Arya

Looking for ways to gain a competitive advantage in real estate? Using virtual reality in real estate could help you grab the attention of potential buyers by more conveniently showcasing properties virtually. Continue Reading

Published on 2023-01-31 by Tessa Anaya

The Canadian government has made it clear through various initiatives that equality in the workplace is a human right. But, are companies doing enough to create equitable environments? Capterra surveyed nearly 1,000 male and... Continue Reading

Published on 2023-01-31 by Tessa Anaya

The last three years have influenced many companies to implement new software, in both obvious and unexpected ways. But, how are they finding and evaluating the right software for their small business? To find out, Capterra... Continue Reading

Published on 2023-01-13 by Smriti Arya

Looking to drive online traffic to your law firm? An effective online marketing strategy can potentially help your business stand out and gain new clients. This article lists some common marketing practices that can be beneficial... Continue Reading

Published on 2022-12-15 by Tessa Anaya

Amidst growing digitalization trends and the continued repercussions of the global pandemic, many organizations have turned to technology to help them adapt. To anticipate the emerging technology trends that could be popular in... Continue Reading

Published on 2022-12-12 by Chiara Casse and Smriti Arya

What does diversity mean in the workplace? Why is it important to include a strategy for diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process? In this article, you will learn about the importance of diversity and inclusion in the... Continue Reading

Published on 2022-12-05 by Marcela Gava and Smriti Arya

If you want to start selling online or if your company wants to diversify sales channels, marketplaces can potentially provide you with a range of opportunities. In this article, Capterra gives tips for businesses that want to... Continue Reading

Published on 2022-11-30 by Smriti Arya

Due to rising inflation, companies like airport hospitality services provider OTG Management have been providing financial wellness support to employees through earned wage access cards in Canada. Keeping this in mind, on-demand... Continue Reading

Published on 2022-11-21 by Tessa Anaya

Amidst the global talent shortage, SMEs are wary of losing employees they can’t replace. To help human resource (HR) departments focus on employee retention, we present five important workplace trends discovered through the... Continue Reading

Published on 2022-11-15 by Tessa Anaya and Smriti Arya

This article was originally published on 06/29/2021. Continue Reading

Published on 2022-11-15 by Sukanya Awasthi and Smriti Arya

This article was originally published on 27/10/2021. Continue Reading