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The greatest compliment we can receive is when you share with someone else the positive experience you've had with PC Methods. The fact that you trust us with your business management information system carries a lot of weight, which is why we ask our customers to share their good experiences with others.

Business owners and managers often wonder how they can make their company more efficient, but lack the time necessary to research ways in which they can actually make a change. In the current economic climate implementing a solution or process that moves the company to greater efficiency is a great stepping stone towards recovery.

Regardless of size or industry, all companies that accept credit cards must adhere to the safeguards mandated by the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard referred to as the PCI DSS. While most companies are aware of PCI, many are unsure what it means for their bsuinesses. As well, companies that use a third party for clearing and remittance often incorrectly assume that PCI compliance does not apply to them.

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An LLC is a business structure similar to a sole-proprietorship or a general partnership. According to the IRS, "It is designed to provide the limited liability features of a corporate and the tax efficiencies and operational flexibility of a partnership." As a pass-through entity, all profits and losses pass through the business to the LLC owner (aka "member"). Similiar to partnerships, the member himself reports the profits/losses on their federal tax returns but not the LLC.

Companies often make mistakes when rushing to meet regulatory compliance deadlines. You should be careful to ensure you don't weaken your company's security in the process. Below are 5 of the most common ways companies make these security missteps: