Small Business (SMB) stories - Page 13
Check Point signs new distributor for Aussie SMB market
Thu, 21st Nov 2019
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cybersecurity
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check point software
Check Point Software Technologies has partnered with Aria Technologies to distribute its cybersecurity solutions to the Australian SMB market.
Linksys launches new SMB APs and smart switches to ANZ
Wed, 20th Nov 2019
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network infrastructure
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smart home
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wireless networks
Linksys debuts cloud-managed Access Points and Smart Switches in ANZ, providing budget-friendly, business-grade network solutions for SMBs.
OpenText to drop US$1.4B to acquire Carbonite
Tue, 19th Nov 2019
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dr
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dlp
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cybersecurity
OpenText is set to acquire Carbonite for $1.42bn, bolstering its cloud platforms and end-point security capabilities.
All work, no play: 2degrees survey finds Kiwi SMBs won't take a break
Wed, 6th Nov 2019
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smb
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2degrees
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mental health
‘No holidays please, we’re SMBs’. That’s the sentiment coming from almost 1000 Kiwi small businesses, according to a study by 2degrees.
Adobe extends digital experience portfolio to SMB and mid-market
Tue, 29th Oct 2019
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martech
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open source
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smb
Adobe expands its digital experience offerings to SMB and mid-sized firms, introducing tailored solutions for commerce, marketing, analytics, and e-signatures.
Wakeup call: NZ and Aussie SMBs rate highest globally in ransomware attacks
Fri, 18th Oct 2019
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malware
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ransomware
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partner programmes
New Zealand and Australian SMBs face a cybersecurity crisis, leading the world in reported ransomware attacks, reveals a survey by Datto.
Montoux celebrates growth with new Courtenay Place office
Wed, 9th Oct 2019
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smb
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insurtech
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montoux
Wellington-based insurtech Montoux is celebrating a new era of growth with a new office on Wellington’s bustling Courtenay Place.
ASB launches debit card dedicated solely to business
Thu, 12th Sep 2019
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smb
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debit & credit cards
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banking
ASB launches new Visa Debit card for small businesses, offering functionality of a credit card for in-store, online, and overseas purchases.
Kiwi SMBs owed $7.4 billion in overdue payments
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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fintech
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financial systems
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xero
New figures from Xero reveal that small businesses in New Zealand are owed NZD 7.4bn ($4.7bn) in overdue payments.
Xero data shows SMB growth linked to technology spend
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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data analytics
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fintech
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martech
Australian small businesses that increase their investment in technology grow their revenue and create jobs faster than other businesses.
BP signs up as latest Xero partner
Mon, 9th Sep 2019
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fintech
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financial systems
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xero
BP partners with Xero Connect, enabling seamless integration of BP Fuelcard invoices with Xero's platform, streamlining admin for small businesses.
Small businesses unprepared for the latest wave of scams - Westpac
Wed, 14th Aug 2019
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email security
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cybersecurity
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westpac
A report found small businesses are paying a hefty price to scammers; on average losing $38,845 and recovering much less than half.
Tech better than policy for SMBs, says GoDaddy research
Tue, 13th Aug 2019
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it automation
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ai
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smb
73% of small business owners say they are not likely to lose their jobs or be negatively affected by artificial intelligence (AI) and robots.
Prospa launches $45m facility to fund small business loans
Tue, 13th Aug 2019
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smb
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prospa
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small business loans
Prospa has launched a new warehouse facility that will be able to fund loans for New Zealand’s small businesses.
SMBs getting better at digital engagement - Deloitte
Mon, 12th Aug 2019
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deloitte
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digital engagement
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smb
Australia's small businesses are excelling in digital engagement, with 55% reaching high or advanced levels, up from 39% in 2017, Deloitte reports.
SAP Concur: Manual expense management holding back SMBs
Mon, 22nd Jul 2019
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sap
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smb
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expense management
Small and medium businesses are being held back by manual expense management practices, according to SAP Concur.
Solo business owners without partnerships 'hold NZ's economy back'
Mon, 15th Jul 2019
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partner programmes
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smb
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onehq
Solo business owners are 'holding back New Zealand's economy,' says OneHQ cofounder Craig Cotton, advocating for more business partnerships to foster growth.
Aruba releases complete Wi-Fi solution for SMBs
Wed, 10th Jul 2019
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wireless networks
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cloud services
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dicker data
Available through channel partners, the Instant On solution is designed for simple set up and management through an app or online portal.
Singapore Tourism Board calling Kiwis to join new pilot programme
Thu, 4th Jul 2019
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smb
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accelerator
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partners
The Singapore Tourism Board is calling for local and international companies to join the Singapore Tourism Accelerator.
Using tech to aid growth in new financial year
Tue, 2nd Jul 2019
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sap
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smb
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sap concur
SMBs should embrace technology to prepare for the new financial year and streamline tax duties, says SAP Concur.