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Small businesses are an important source of new jobs.
Rapid changes in the business world are increasing the barriers to profitability for new and existing businesses. To stay ahead, small business owners seek assistance with product development, computer connectivity, market analysis, training and financing. Business and industry specialists are developing educational products to help small businesses respond to these challenges. Floyd Clark , Kevin Allen , and Anju Tripathy . Other Business Resources Missouri Small Business Development Centers Missouri Procurement Assistance Center Missouri Department of Economic Development United States Department of Labor Missouri Business Assistance Center Small Business Administration Creating Quality is a monthly newsletter for manufacturers.