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The Problem With Trying to Look “Professional” Online

What Businesses Get Wrong About Looking Professional Online For many businesses, the goal of a website seems straightforward: look professional. That usually leads to a familiar set of decisions. Clean but generic layouts. Polished visuals. Formal language that sounds safe and “business-like.” Carefully chosen words that avoid risk. Sections that feel structured, even if they

By |2026-04-02T15:56:06-04:00April 2nd, 2026|Guest Columns|

When Startups Need Space Beyond the Office

Startups don’t exactly begin the office war with a huge team. They are small and often in small spaces, and growth can come faster than the office was designed to support. Equipment, marketing materials, product inventory, tools of the operational trade—they stack up quickly! And if you’re not careful, you can find yourself working on

By |2026-04-02T15:56:07-04:00April 2nd, 2026|Guest Columns|

Top Email Security Weak Points That Lead to Account Takeovers

Most account takeovers do not look like hacking. No one is breaking through firewalls or writing complex code in the background. In many cases, it starts with something ordinary. An email lands in the inbox. It looks familiar. The user clicks, follows the steps, and nothing feels wrong. That is the point. Email is trusted

By |2026-04-02T15:56:09-04:00April 2nd, 2026|Guest Columns|

From Gas Pumps to 401(k)s, Iran War Costs Mount as Trump Leaves Questions Unanswered

WASHINGTON DC - Americans are beginning to feel the cost of the U.S. war with Iran in two places that matter most: at the gas pump and in their investment accounts. Gas prices that hovered around $3.25 just weeks ago are now pushing toward $4.50 in parts of the country, including Michigan, as global oil

By |2026-04-02T12:32:22-04:00April 2nd, 2026|Government/Politics, News, Politics, Politics/Government|

Did Michigan Lawmakers Bypass Voters? Cannabis Tax Fight Could Reshape Future Ballot Laws

ANN ARBOR — A legal battle now unfolding before the Michigan Supreme Court could have far-reaching consequences not just for the state’s cannabis industry, but for how Michigan lawmakers handle voter-approved laws in the future. At the center of the dispute is a controversial wholesale cannabis tax, adopted as part of a broader effort to

2026 NDIA-MI STEM Scholarship Applications Now Open

DETROIT - The NDIA Michigan Chapter encourages young people to become informed about Math and Science, so they can explore their interests and make informed career choices in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics fields. Every year, we demonstrate our commitment to supporting STEM education by awarding $1,500 scholarships for students seeking education at community colleges and

Lawrence Tech, Michigan State Collaborating On The Front Lines Of High-Speed AI

SOUTHFIELD— Lawrence Technological University has joined a global university team developing autonomous racecars capable of speeds approaching 200 miles per hour as part of the Indy Autonomous Challenge, one of the world’s premier competitions advancing artificial intelligence and autonomous vehicle technology. The collaboration with Michigan State University and the PoliMOVE-MSU autonomous racing team places LTU

By |2026-04-01T14:23:53-04:00April 1st, 2026|Artificial Intelligence, ESD|

Michigan Retail Owners: If You’re Constantly Rehiring, This May Be Why

ANN ARBOR — If you run a retail business in Michigan, you already know the cycle: You hire someone.You train them.They leave. And you’re right back where you started. Again. This isn’t just frustrating—it’s quietly draining your business every single month. The Real Problem Isn’t Just Wages Most retail owners assume turnover comes down to

By |2026-04-01T13:35:39-04:00April 1st, 2026|Featured, New Products, New Products / Contracts|

Rising War Costs Put Rural Michigan Healthcare in the Crosshairs

As federal lawmakers weigh how to fund escalating military operations, healthcare programs that support Michigan’s most vulnerable communities—including rural hospitals—are emerging as potential targets. ANN ARBOR — Rising U.S. war costs tied to Iran are triggering a budget debate in Washington that could have immediate consequences in Michigan—where rural hospitals and patients are especially vulnerable

By |2026-04-01T09:57:41-04:00April 1st, 2026|Life Sciences, Life Sciences/Biotech, News|

Tech Is Changing The Game, Which Is The Real Reason Online Casinos Are Booming In Michigan

Let’s talk about what’s really going on behind the scenes of Michigan’s online casinos. Sure, the graphics look cool and the bonuses are tempting, but the real magic is happening in the tech stack nobody sees. We’re way past the days when gambling online meant clunky screens and endless loading times. If you’ve fired up

By |2026-04-01T09:34:12-04:00April 1st, 2026|Guest Columns|