Cybersecurity Training Tips for Small Business Owners and Employees
Posted: August 10, 2026
Cybersecurity training doesn’t have to be complicated. If you run a small business, your employees don’t need to become IT experts—and neither do you. They just need to recognize common scams and know what to do when something doesn’t look right. Simple cybersecurity training can focus on everyday tasks like: Opening emails Handling payments Responding to vendors Opening links in text messages Protecting customer information...
The Hidden Risk of 'We've Always Done it that Way'
Posted: August 10, 2026
Every business has that one process no one questions. Maybe it’s the filing cabinet that’s been the “system” for 20 years. The machine that’s held together by duct tape and luck. The employee who knows exactly how everything works but has never written any of it down. After all, it’s worked this long, why change it? The reality is that some of the biggest operational...
Could Your Business Keep Going After a Temporary Shutdown?
Posted: June 10, 2026
A storm damages your building. A pipe bursts overnight. A small fire forces you to close for repairs. For many small businesses, even a short shutdown can create serious financial strain. Sales may stop immediately, but rent, payroll, loan payments, utilities, vendor bills and other operating costs may continue. That’s why it’s important to think ahead. If your business had to close temporarily, how would...
When Water Damage Hit Her New Dental Office, ERIE Helped Her Get Back to Business
Posted: June 9, 2026
Dr. Yooson Kim has spent the last 20 years doing steady, careful work—helping people feel comfortable in the dentist’s chair and building a practice her patients trust. Like many business owners, she also knows that trust matters just as much behind the scenes: with vendors, employees and especially the insurance carrier she chose to help protect what she’s built. That’s why, after years with a...
How Lithium-Ion Batteries Are Transforming—and Challenging—Businesses
Posted: March 7, 2025
The business world is becoming increasingly dependent on lithium-ion batteries. These compact, rechargeable power sources have become an essential part of daily operations in industries ranging from construction and retail to restaurants and logistics. Their widespread adoption is largely due to their high energy density, efficiency and reliability. However, as businesses integrate more battery-powered tools and devices into their workflows, they should also consider the...