Better Business Bureau Serving Southwest Idaho & Eastern Oregon Blog

The news today is dominated by energy prices and  the effect on the ecomomy. The forecast is for energy costs to actually increase. This means change to operating costs, purchasing and employment plans to businesses. Consumers are facing major changes in buying habits, commuting choices, recreation and travel plans. At first glance the future looks dim. But is it really? This is a time of change. Past habits of energy use, purchasing, comsumerism etc. will be changing. The challenges of meeting new demands and new habits will produce new industries, new products, new entrepreneurs ( as some persons choose to work from home), and new opportunities for enterprising people to create new markets, services and  products. There will be many new start-ups, new products and opportunities. These new businesses will be seeking vendors for necessary supplies, services and materials. They will be looking for reputable partners with whom to deal in an environment of trust. Where else but the BBB to find these partners? B2B relationships are best established in trust. The accredited businesses that have met the standards and display the Seal of Trust will be ready to help new business owners, entrepreneurs and partners to meet the new challenges that are coming. Right now BBB accreditation is not an option, it is a requirement for successfully navigating the ocean of opportunity that we are sailing on today.