Be in business Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Startup Cue Indicates a business has completed setup and is now functional. Once the website goes live, we'll be in business! Pro Tip 2/3Positive Announcement Used to express enthusiasm about a venture's readiness. Our permits are approved, we're in business! Pro Tip 3/3Operational Status Confirms that normal operations can or have resumed. After the power outage, lights are on, and we're back in business.