PSPINC Official Company Blog

Apple and OpenAI’s New Partnership

Jun

25

In February 2024, Apple’s CEO, Tim Cook, confirmed Apple was investing a “tremendous amount of time and effort” in AI, adding that he’d comment on more details later in the year. That time has finally come as Apple announced they’d integrate ChatGPT into Apple products in a new partnership with OpenAI on June 10 at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). In the next iOS version, iOS 18, Siri and Apple’s Writing Tools will be able to use ChatGPT technology, including image and document understanding.

What We Know So Far

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Apple and OpenAI’s new deal will bring a range of AI-powered features to Apple devices as Apple integrates ChatGPT’s technology into Siri and Apple’s systemwide Writing Tools. Soon, Apple users can ask Siri more complex questions like generating ideas for dinner or creating custom bedtime stories. With Apple’s Writing Tools, users will also be able to generate written content and images using ChatGPT’s intelligence.

The main concern, however, consists of user privacy and control. With multiple employees leaving OpenAI over safety concerns, it begs the question: how safe will these new AI-powered features be? Regarding security, Apple has ensured that using ChatGPT will require explicit permission from users and clarified that a significant portion of AI processing will be handled on-device to ensure privacy and maintain speed. Additionally, users will also have the option to connect their existing ChatGPT subscriptions to access additional features.

What This Means

There is still plenty we don’t know about how this will look once Apple releases iOS 18, but we do know that Apple is deliberately making their move towards using more AI-powered technology. Their move toward working with OpenAI rather than starting from scratch shows they see the value in OpenAI’s leadership in the AI space thus far and will continue moving AI technology to the mainstream. However, they must keep AI regulations and overall security concerns in mind as they continue investing heavily in AI.

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc.

1404 140th Place N.E., Bellevue, WA 98007

PSPINC Creates Tools For Your Business

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc. is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington and provides domain, web, and email hosting to more than 40,000 companies of all sizes around the world. We design and develop our own software and are committed to helping businesses of all sizes grow and thrive online. For more information you can contact us at 800-232-3989, by email at info@pspinc.com or visit us online at https://www.pspinc.com.

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New eCommerce Setup Packages!

Jun

24

We’re happy to announce our brand-new eCommerce setup packages designed specifically to fit businesses of all sizes. Whether you’re a large-scale manufacturer or a small business, we have the perfect solution to help get your products online and boost your sales.

With decades of experience, we believe your website is one of the most crucial parts of growing your business online. That’s why we’re offering comprehensive setup support for popular eCommerce platforms, including ShopSite, Shopify, Wix, and WooCommerce. Streamline your customers’ shopping experiences and simplify how customers browse and purchase your products by signing up for one of our new eCommerce setup packages. Get started today.

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc.

1404 140th Place N.E., Bellevue, WA 98007

PSPINC Creates Tools For Your Business

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc. is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington and provides domain, web, and email hosting to more than 40,000 companies of all sizes around the world. We design and develop our own software and are committed to helping businesses of all sizes grow and thrive online. For more information you can contact us at 800-232-3989, by email at info@pspinc.com or visit us online at https://www.pspinc.com.

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What’s New Newsletter Vol. 225 “The Importance of Web Hosting”

Jun

20

Web hosting is the infrastructure that keeps your website running on the internet, so it’s important to have a reliable web hosting provider to ensure it’s up and running 24/7. But as simple as it seems, web hosting involves several different things, including:

Accessibility and performance: web hosting lets people access your website and ensures it runs smoothly 24/7.
Domain name services: every website needs a domain name, usually coming from a web hosting provider.
Technical support and maintenance: when website owners need to ask questions or troubleshoot their website, web hosting providers generally offer tech support with a high uptime (99.9%).
Custom email addresses: many hosting providers, PSPINC included, also offer email hosting services where website owners can create custom email addresses with their domain, which improves your professional reputation.

Dreamersi is PSPINC’s premiere web and email hosting service, making it easy for customers to get a professional website up and running in just 15 minutes. With decades of experience, our team has the expertise you need to keep your website running with ease. Get started today.

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc.

1404 140th Place N.E., Bellevue, WA 98007

PSPINC Creates Tools For Your Business

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc. is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington and provides domain, web, and email hosting to more than 40,000 companies of all sizes around the world. We design and develop our own software and are committed to helping businesses of all sizes grow and thrive online. For more information you can contact us at 800-232-3989, by email at info@pspinc.com or visit us online at https://www.pspinc.com.

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What is a CRM?

Jun

11

CRM, or Customer Relationship Management, typically refers to a business’s practices, strategies, and technologies to manage and analyze customer data. Generally, when people talk about a CRM, they’re generally referring to a CRM system or software. With effective CRM software, you can track your business’s growth while streamlining customer management with a data-driven approach.

Benefits of CRM Software

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So, why should you use a CRM for your business? For its many benefits, which include:

Improved customer service

With CRM software, your business can easily track a customer’s every interaction, from social media likes to phone calls, which gives you more insight into a customer’s overall journey with your company from beginning to end. In fact, we use our own free CRM software, PSP Pilot, to do just that. Being equipped with this knowledge will therefore lead to understanding your customers better, improving your overall interactions, and building stronger relationships.

Data-driven decisions

The abundance of customer data a CRM provides isn’t just beneficial in running your business efficiently, but it can also influence future decisions that are driven by data. A CRM may reveal overarching trends amongst multiple customers, which can persuade upper management to work towards fixing any problems or fulfill a need that’s currently lacking.

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Enhanced collaboration

CRM software doesn’t just help salespeople manage customers, it’s also instrumental in enhancing communication between coworkers, especially those in different departments. With CRM software, everyone can access the same data which then fosters a much more collaborative workplace.

Sales and Conversions Boosts

CRM software creates a clear picture of the sales pipeline, simplifying the overall process of tracking leads and sales transactions and empowering your sales team with the data they need to prioritize qualified leads and close deals faster. With an AI-powered CRM system, automating tasks could also be a possibility.

Today, having a CRM for your business is crucial, regardless of how big or small your company is. With how competitive the business sector is today, employing an effective CRM for your business will only make it easier to streamline overall operations and grow your business. If you're looking for CRM software for your business, consider our free CRM solution, PSP Pilot, to better manage your business.

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc.

1404 140th Place N.E., Bellevue, WA 98007

PSPINC Creates Tools For Your Business

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc. is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington and provides domain, web, and email hosting to more than 40,000 companies of all sizes around the world. We design and develop our own software and are committed to helping businesses of all sizes grow and thrive online. For more information you can contact us at 800-232-3989, by email at info@pspinc.com or visit us online at https://www.pspinc.com.

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What’s New Newsletter Vol. 222 “Advertise with Up to $300 Free Google Ad Credit”

May

30

Social media, blogs, and email are all great marketing mediums. But advertising with Google Ads will take your business to the next level. Marketing your business on Google Ads will help expand your overall reach, boost brand awareness, and drive traffic and sales for your business. For a limited time, get up to $300 of free ad credit with our marketing plans.

Our expert team helps businesses just like you every day to customize strategies for what you need for your business rather than employing a one-size-fits-all solution. Just get started by heading over to our Digital Marketing page and signing up for one of our three marketing plans. All of which come with either $100, $200, or $300 of free ad credit to kickstart your campaign.

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc.

1404 140th Place N.E., Bellevue, WA 98007

PSPINC Creates Tools For Your Business

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc. is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington and provides domain, web, and email hosting to more than 40,000 companies of all sizes around the world. We design and develop our own software and are committed to helping businesses of all sizes grow and thrive online. For more information you can contact us at 800-232-3989, by email at info@pspinc.com or visit us online at https://www.pspinc.com.

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What is "The Cloud"?

May

28

In the tech world, you’ll hear the word, “cloud” frequently, especially when linked to services like iCloud and Google Drive among many others. But what exactly is “the cloud” and what role does it play in business today? The cloud generally refers to servers and the software and databases that run on those servers that users can access over the internet.

Types of Cloud Services

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Cloud providers that actively manage resources, or “services”, are known as cloud services. They can include products like data storage, applications, infrastructure, and development tools among others. These services are then categorized into three different service models:

Software as a Service (SaaS): Where cloud server providers sell software applications on a subscription basis online. Ex: Microsoft Office 365, Google Workspace, etc.
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS): Where cloud server providers deliver computing resources like virtual machines (VMs), storage, and networks. Ex: Google Cloud Platform (GCP), Amazon Web Services (AWS), or any of PSPINC's SaaS business tools, among many other examples.
Platform as a Service (PaaS): Where cloud server providers host hardware and software on their own servers for those who need application development. Some companies, like PSPINC, have even developed their own web and email servers and systems. Ex: Microsoft Azure, IBM Cloud, etc.

The Importance of the Cloud in Business

Since there are millions of cloud servers located in data centers worldwide, companies and individuals from around the world can use cloud computing resources without needing to build and maintain physical infrastructure. Therefore, businesses only pay for what they use and can easily collaborate because users can access cloud servers from virtually anywhere.

With the minimal costs and stable infrastructure cloud servers provide, companies can then focus their resources on scaling their business up or down depending on demand. And since cloud providers also manage updates and maintenance for hardware, software, and security, it frees up internal resources. All in all, cloud computing has changed the entire business industry, letting companies focus on growth and innovation without having to worry about infrastructure management.

For more information or assistance on cloud services, don't hesitate to reach out to our experts.

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc.

1404 140th Place N.E., Bellevue, WA 98007

PSPINC Creates Tools For Your Business

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc. is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington and provides domain, web, and email hosting to more than 40,000 companies of all sizes around the world. We design and develop our own software and are committed to helping businesses of all sizes grow and thrive online. For more information you can contact us at 800-232-3989, by email at info@pspinc.com or visit us online at https://www.pspinc.com.

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What’s New Newsletter Vol. 220 “Company Blogs”

May

16

You may have noticed that many businesses have a blog section on their website. While it can be great for announcing sales and pertinent company changes, businesses can use a company blog for more than just newsworthy topics. You can also use a company blog to build credibility with content marketing.

Content marketing is the creation and sharing of digital content and is non-promotional in nature. Since blogs are generally longer-form content, businesses can demonstrate their expertise while educating their customers as well as potential customers. You can add the blog as a separate page on your website or move it to a blogging platform like Bloguru. As a free blogging platform without ads, setting up your company blog has never been easier. Get started by going to bloguru.com.

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc.

1404 140th Place N.E., Bellevue, WA 98007

PSPINC Creates Tools For Your Business

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc. is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington and provides domain, web, and email hosting to more than 40,000 companies of all sizes around the world. We design and develop our own software and are committed to helping businesses of all sizes grow and thrive online. For more information you can contact us at 800-232-3989, by email at info@pspinc.com or visit us online at https://www.pspinc.com.

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What’s New Newsletter Vol. 219 “Reach International Customers with Localization”

May

9

Every international audience is different. Not just in their language, but also in how they behave and how their culture informs their decision-making. For businesses looking to branch out internationally, localizing their content effectively is vital to appealing to those audiences. That’s where localization comes in. It’s about more than simply translating written content from English to another language, it’s also about making sure the meaning of those words translates over.

In the 90s, PSPINC was known as “Double Byte Specialists” specifically because of our experience and expertise in localizing content between English and Japanese. Today, we continue using that expertise to build software and offer our U.S. and Japanese customers services. If you’re looking to localize your content for your Japanese audience, our expert team is always ready to help!

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc.

1404 140th Place N.E., Bellevue, WA 98007

PSPINC Creates Tools For Your Business

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc. is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington and provides domain, web, and email hosting to more than 40,000 companies of all sizes around the world. We design and develop our own software and are committed to helping businesses of all sizes grow and thrive online. For more information you can contact us at 800-232-3989, by email at info@pspinc.com or visit us online at https://www.pspinc.com.

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What’s New Newsletter Vol. 218 “Affordable Logo Design”

May

2

One of the first parts of a company’s brand that a potential customer sees is its logo. So, it’s important to have one that not only looks great but represents what you want your company to stand for. While that sounds easy to say, it’s hard to figure out what that really means and what that work really entails. Luckily, we have a team of experts with the experience you need to create an effective company logo.

Whether you’re starting a new business or you’re looking for a full rebrand or refresh, we have just what you need! Our logo design process starts with a finding session where our team learns more about your business and where to start their design process. Then, they go to work and by the end, you’ll get the logo you’ll need for your business. And all for an affordable price. Starting at just $200 per logo, it’s never been easier and more affordable to establish your professional brand with a new logo. Get started today.

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc.

1404 140th Place N.E., Bellevue, WA 98007

PSPINC Creates Tools For Your Business

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc. is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington and provides domain, web, and email hosting to more than 40,000 companies of all sizes around the world. We design and develop our own software and are committed to helping businesses of all sizes grow and thrive online. For more information you can contact us at 800-232-3989, by email at info@pspinc.com or visit us online at https://www.pspinc.com.

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What are (Web) Cookies and How Do Marketers Use Them?

Apr

30

If you’ve spent enough time online, you’ve probably heard of the term “cookies” before. But what does it mean? A cookie, also known as HTTP cookies or web cookies, is a code snippet added to a web browser when a user visits a certain website and consents to the website’s use of cookies. The user’s browser then stores that code over a predetermined time set by its creators or until a user deletes it, changing how browsers interact with certain websites.

So, how do you know when cookies are in action? If you’ve ever experienced these encounters, that’s how you know:

Returned to a website where you’re automatically signed in.
Found items still in your shopping cart.
Saw the physical store location you picked last time on an e-commerce site you’ve been on before.
Discovered the product you were looking at during another session advertised in your email or on another website.
Checked out a purchase with your payment and shipping preference already stored and selected.

How Do Marketers Use Cookies?

With cookies, digital marketers can learn more about users coming onto their sites and better track users’ behavior on their websites. Knowing how people behave makes it easier to target potential customers and market to your users in the future since it’ll give you a good idea of what works and what doesn’t work on your website.

What marketers use cookies for:

Targeting: more user data and behavioral information that will help define target audience groups.
Personalization: after signing up for an email newsletter or purchasing a product on a website, cookies will remember the info users have filled in for the next time they come to that website.
Tracking: with more data on users, marketers can then use that data to better market in the future with targeted marketing campaigns.

Overall, cookies can be an invaluable tool for marketers. With the ability to collect more user data, marketers can use all of that to optimize their future marketing campaigns, resulting in more effective efforts.

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc.

1404 140th Place N.E., Bellevue, WA 98007

PSPINC Creates Tools For Your Business

Pacific Software Publishing, Inc. is headquartered in Bellevue, Washington and provides domain, web, and email hosting to more than 40,000 companies of all sizes around the world. We design and develop our own software and are committed to helping businesses of all sizes grow and thrive online. For more information you can contact us at 800-232-3989, by email at info@pspinc.com or visit us online at https://www.pspinc.com.