Small Business (SMB) stories - Page 20
Businesses paid $301 million to ransomware hackers last year
Fri, 22nd Sep 2017
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Datto has revealed the results of its latest study of ransomware around the world that are concerning to say the very least.
Email scammers targeting SMBs under guise of accounting software
Thu, 21st Sep 2017
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Cybercrime networks may be chasing smaller businesses who don’t have a dedicated infosec or IT team to help defend against scams.
Surge in support for Labour party from small businesses
Wed, 20th Sep 2017
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‘Jacindamaina’ has seen a dramatic rise in support for Labour, according to the latest research by accounting software provider MYOB.
Yikes! What to do when your Facebook group is hijacked by competitors
Tue, 19th Sep 2017
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SMBs often find creating groups and participating on social media a good way to gain exposure, but we can't always control how they're used.
Compliance and automation the big election issues for SMBs
Tue, 19th Sep 2017
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Reckon surveyed 1500 of its clients across a number of different industries – from accounting and bookkeeping through to construction and IT.
Cloud set to democratise AI for SMBs – Salesforce Area VP
Mon, 18th Sep 2017
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Businesses who take the opportunity to leverage business intelligence from AI will be smarter, faster and more productive.
Kiwi SMEs need to leverage more digital advertising tools
Thu, 7th Sep 2017
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A third of SMEs with a website say they receive less than 50 visitors each week, whereas 25% had no idea about their web traffic numbers.
Update lets businesses manage their listing from Google Search page
Thu, 7th Sep 2017
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Businesses with complete listings on Google are twice as likely to gain customer trust and 38% more likely to attract in-store visits.
Digital marketing startup launches with Xero partnership
Wed, 6th Sep 2017
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New software startup Boma Marketing has created an app that simplifies digital marketing for small businesses.
Portable workstation lets digital nomads customise their workspace
Tue, 5th Sep 2017
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New Zealanders launch Gustav, a portable toolbox doubling as a laptop stand, to enhance flexible working spaces.
ANZ awarded best small business bank by CANSTAR
Tue, 5th Sep 2017
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ANZ wins CANSTAR Bank of the Year - Small Business Award for 2017, recognising its commitment to supporting small businesses in New Zealand.
Rotorua businesses advance into Accelerate programme
Tue, 5th Sep 2017
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More than 100 organisations in Rotorua, Taupo and Kawerau have completed either Firestation’s Incubate and Accelerate since 2014.
New platform helps home buyers find and compare real estate agents
Thu, 31st Aug 2017
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RealEstatePros launches in NZ, offering a seamless way to vet and select trusted local real estate agents, revolutionising industry transparency.
NZ SMEs need to keep up in the eCommerce retail race - Spark
Thu, 31st Aug 2017
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61% of New Zealand SMEs are using websites to sell products/services. However, 40% are still not online. Will they be able to compete with Amazon?.
How SMBs can gain an edge by going mobile
Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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SMBs leapfrog big firms by adopting mobile tech, enhancing productivity, and broadening talent pools, says Concur's Warner.
Why businesses get holiday pay wrong - MYOB
Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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accounting systems
Complexity of working arrangements and different business models means a one size fits all approach is not possible.
Aruba delivers business-class Wi-Fi solution for SMBs
Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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The HPE OfficeConnect OC20 is a cost-effective wireless solution designed for businesses without dedicated IT resources.
Social enterprise changing lives over coffee and stroopwafels
Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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The idea behind The Lifeboat is to create highly individualised experiences and interactions; no story is the same as the next.
Learn how to learn, find global opportunities - Xero CEO
Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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Xero CEO Rod Drury inspires Hawke's Bay youths with tales of tech hub potential and the power of continuous learning.
Business, entrepreneurship gurus light up Hamilton event
Fri, 25th Aug 2017
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The Biz events are designed to be specific to the region, with speakers and content tailored to the needs and interests of local businesspeople.