Online Resources
NAICS Association – NAICS
U.S.Census Bureau – NAICS
U.S. Census Bureau – business & industry data by NAICS and SIC
OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration – U.S. Department of Labor entity responsible for environmental health & safety regulations
FDA Food & Drug Administration – U.S. Department of Health and Human Services regulating entity responsible for ensuring food safety and drug are safe and effective
SRC – Demographic market analysis
Market Research.com – market intelligence with more than 100, 000 market research reports
Arbitron – broadcast media and consumer studies, services for marketers
Yankelovich – consumer research company specializing in consumer lifestyles and motivation
Gallup Organization – market research company specializing in public opinion polls
FedBizOpps – access to all government procurement information, opportunities and notices
SBA Procurement – SBA procurement programs and opportunities
PRONet Procurement Marketing and Access Network – marketing tool for small businesses providing a link to procurement opportunities and information
Institute for Supply Management – purchasing and supply management organization
U.S. Department of the Treasury (IRS) – administering and enforcing internal revenue laws and related statutes
EXIM Bank – government agency responsible for aiding the export of U.S. goods and services through a variety of loan, guarantee, and insurance programs
SBA Office of International Trade – information on all federal export assistance programs
U.S. Department of Commerce International Trade Administration – promotes international trade and investment, ensures fair trade
US Business Advisor – access to multiple federal organizations which assist or regulate business, electronic link to government provided information and services
Salary.Com – information on compensation, benefits and recruitment for both employers and prospective employees
Saba – People management solutions
The Institute for Management Excellence – management tools for business and corporate clients
Accounting Coach – free online accounting course
Business Owner’s Toolkit – free online resource with multiple business tools, tips and resources
Start Up Journal – Wall Street Journal online Center for Entrepreneurs with investor and venture data, includes an investor and start up matchmaking service startup.
Finance – venture capital resource library
Dow Jones Venture Wire – access to daily source of news and information about private capital, venture-backed companies, and the people who manage and finance them.
Market Teacher – online source for financial templates, instructions and lessons
Accounting Coach – free online source for financial tips, tools and resources
BusinessTown.com – online access to financial tips, tools and resources