You may already be thinking about your personal goals for 2019, but what about your business goals? It's time to formulate a plan that includes New Year's resolutions for your business in the upcoming year. After all, marking the beginning of a brand-new year can be just as exciting on a professional level as it is on a personal one. Take advantage of this moment to come up with a few ways you can make impactful changes for your business in 2019, including these top New Year's resolutions for business owners and managers.

Reduce Costs

One creative way to boost your profits this year is to think about what costs you can cut. While you might be tempted to come up with ways to increase profits, cutting costs can provide a long-term solution to some of your budget shortfalls. 

One way to cut back is to implement a new ERP system that helps you to better manage your resources, your employees, and your sales figures. Trying to manage and analyze all this data can be incredibly complicated. An ERP system can streamline these processes so you always have a clear picture of where your business stands. 

Upgrade to the Latest Technology

If your business has been lagging behind when it comes to tech-savvy tools, it's time to make some changes. In order to remain competitive, it's important to have the latest software, apps, and other technology at your disposal. Even when you have to invest a significant chunk of time and money to incorporate these tools into your daily tasks, the right upgrades can boost your profits, and improve communication across departments.

Today, many tech companies recognize the challenge of switching over to new software and other systems in the workplace. To help ease the transition, choose technological upgrades with a company that offers assistance with software implementation and employee training. Hire consultants so you can enjoy a faster, smoother transition to new technology and get your productivity at or above previous levels in a short amount of time.

Give Back

It's easy to make all your New Year's resolutions about your bottom line. But if you really want your business to make an impact, it's important to prioritize giving back as well. In addition to being good for your community, giving back can bring your team together. By adding purpose to your work in this way, you'll create a more positive company culture that attracts top talent while also doing something for the greater good.

Not sure how your company can get started with giving back? Consider giving your time. You can give employees dedicated volunteer hours where they get a paid full- or half-day to volunteer. Another way to give is by donating directly. Consider donating a portion of your proceeds on a specific day or partnering with a local organization to fund one of their projects. 

Are you ready to take 2019 by storm?

Use these suggestions to start working on your own list of business resolutions for the New Year.