Business Unusual: Page 8
Why This Curated Market for Indie Hardware Is Gaining Traction
Grand St., a curator of independently made electronics and related gear, is one of the few channels to tackle the sprawling maker marketplace.
To Boost Tourism and Combat Erosion, This Company Is Installing Artifical Reefs in the Sea
Walter Marine has installed more than 35,000 reefs in waters in the U.S., Saudi Arabia, Mexico and other countries.
The Pivot That Transformed a Company -- and Your Next Repair Claim
Snapsheet's mobile technology is sparking much-needed changes in the outdated insurance industry.
This Startup Aims to Be the Tesla of Mattresses
New York-based startup Casper is looking to bring some transparency -- as well as vertical integration -- to the $13 billion mattress industry.
This Company Rents Out High-End Trailers For Camping and Corporate Events
A fleet of Airstreams packs a multifaceted business plan.
How This Startup Is Disrupting Social E-Commerce
For years, product reviews and ratings were the only features to socialize the online shopping experience. So Tom Kwon created Blucarat to take interactive online shopping to a whole new level.
3 Companies Who Make the Environment a Top Concern
Eco-minded entrepreneurs are making big impacts in many different sized businesses. Here are three entrepreneurs building their companies with an eco consciousness.
Is It Time to Call Tesla the Future of Made In America? Not Quite.
A new report from Morgan Stanley predicts that soon, Tesla will outstrip Ford on the 'American-Made' index. But economically speaking, that may not matter.
This Mega-Funded Startup Wants to Forget the Chicken and Redefine the Egg
Josh Tetrick wants to remake the food industry from the bottom up, starting with the traditional egg.
The Company Turning Selfies Into Better-Fitting Bras
New technology to size women for bras though smartphone photos could unlock elusive ecommerce sales.
Shoestring Budget? No Problem. Just Be Creative.
An arts entrepreneur shares four lessons in innovating -- in art form and business style. Marshal resources and build personal connections.
Inventory Out of Control? Take Stock With These 3 iPad Apps.
From what's selling to what's hidden in storage, these apps help put inventory control in the palm of your hand.
This Crazy Technology Brings 'Dr. Octopus' to Real Life (Sort Of)
These robotic, claw-tipped arms were actually designed for a reason that might surprise you.
3 Cool Ways to Print Your Instagram Photos
If you want your pictures in the physical world, these three businesses have you covered.
New E-Reader App Hatches a Clever Plan to Get You to Actually Read
The just-launched Rooster app, inspired by episodic television, aims to boost fiction readership by parsing out books in convenient and immersive installments.