10 Proven Tips to Help You Find and Keep Great Staff

January 23, 2024 Rio Roses / Equiflor

One of the biggest challenges in running a successful floral business is attracting and retaining talented staff. Since the pandemic, finding and keeping the right people has been even more challenging. Yet having great staff and keeping them happy and engaged is the key to building a thriving business. To help you succeed in this area, here are ten tips Human Resources experts have found successful.

How Pantone Selects Their Color of the Year

January 15, 2024 Rio Roses / Equiflor

In 1999, the Pantone Color Institute created something special: the Pantone Color of the Year. They aimed to show how global events are reflected in the colors we see and use and spark conversations around the importance of color in our lives. As Pantone celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2024, the program’s impact and legacy are more significant than ever.

Peach Fuzz is Here for the New Year

January 11, 2024 Rio Roses / Equiflor

For the past 25 years, the Pantone Color of the Year has had a significant impact on various design industries. That definitely includes floral design! For 2024, Pantone has chosen Peach Fuzz, a cozy peach hue nestled between pink and orange. This hue evokes warmth and embodies tenderness, collaboration, and community building.

How to Keep Your Data Secure in the AI Era: 7 Important Points

January 5, 2024 Rio Roses / Equiflor

In the rapidly advancing world of AI, with tools like ChatGPT and Google Bard becoming integral to businesses, keeping your data secure is essential. A recent article in SAF NOW shared key recommendations to ensure the data you’re putting into an AI program is secure. Here are ten important points:

Unleash the Power of AI in Your Floral Business: 9 Tips for Great Results

January 3, 2024 Rio Roses / Equiflor

As you have undoubtedly seen, AI is exploding in growth — and it’s here to stay. So, how can you use AI effectively in your floral business? SAF (Society of American Florists) recently published an excellent article outlining the best practices to get results from any AI platform. We wanted to ensure you had this information so you can see that AI is easier than you imagine.