The Case for the Virtual Company

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Ten years ago, technology made virtual companies possible. Today, advances in everything from virtualization to cloud computing will change not just where business is done but also how. Entrepreneurs are ideally positioned to extend their reach and effectiveness while maintaining the humblest of physical presences.  Experience firsthand this new workplace, and learn best practices to take your company virtual.

Stephen Felice, president of Consumer, Small and Medium Business at Dell, discusses these trends.

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