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Xero climbs into ASX100 as Vocus Group dropped

Fri, 9th Mar 2018
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Xero, the New Zealand-based cloud accounting software, has been added to the ASX100, while telecommunications company Vocus Group is removed.
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More ambidextrous thinkers needed in technical roles – Xero

Wed, 31st Jan 2018
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There's a tendency in the industry to accept i-shaped thinkers (highly skilled in one area) with the assumption it's how good engineering is done.
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Xero posts half-year earnings, announces delisting from NZX

Mon, 13th Nov 2017
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Xero announces positive EBITDA for first time, adding 160k net new subscribers and growing revenue to $187.8m.
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Xero announces integrated new feature for requesting client documents

Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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Xero unveils 'Ask', an innovative feature to streamline document collection for accountants, ending the chase for client papers.
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Xero passes quarter of a million subscriber milestone in UK

Mon, 9th Oct 2017
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Cloud accounting leader Xero celebrates surpassing 250k UK subscribers amid digital tax shift and banking partnerships growth.
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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.
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Xero forms workforce management partnership with Deputy

Thu, 2nd Mar 2017
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Xero has partnered with workforce management solutions firm Deputy to simplify scheduling and streamline employee communication.
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Xero takes home NZ international business award

Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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Xero wins Excellence in Leadership award at New Zealand Business Awards. CEO Rod Drury accepts and emphasizes company's commitment to social challenges.
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Xero's financials just keep growing as revenue climbs to $137.2 million

Mon, 7th Nov 2016
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Xero's jump in revenue and profit for the last six months shows the rewards of global marketing efforts as well as an increased subscriber base.
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Accountants and bookkeepers: Stereotypes remain but are they vital to business?

Thu, 6th Oct 2016
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Dated 'bean counter' labels stick to accountants and bookkeepers, yet a Xero survey confirms they're seen as business bedrocks.
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Why payment sector disruption Is a plus for your business

Fri, 23rd Sep 2016
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Payment innovation brings boons for businesses, easing transactions and boosting sales—a win for customers and SMEs alike.
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Kiwi software business wins 'wonderful endorsement' from Xero

Wed, 21st Sep 2016
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Spotlight Reporting, a Wellington-based firm, lands Xero's top app prize, solidifying its global industry footprint.
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How to get paid faster, without ruffling any feathers

Thu, 15th Sep 2016
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A healthy cash flow can be enough to define any business, but how do you keep your invoices in line without risking your hard-earned relationships?.
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Xero's Singapore expansion a two-way learning experience

Mon, 18th Jul 2016
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Xero's expansion into Singapore is proving to be a challenging endeavour with 'massive potential' for the company, but there's still work to do.
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Phishers no more - Xero's latest update revealed

Wed, 22nd Jun 2016
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Hackers are gaining entry into email accounts and altering the bank details in invoices before sending to an unassuming client.
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Rod Drury on major US banking announcement for Xero

Wed, 8th Jun 2016
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We recently announced an integration with Wells Fargo, a bank serving more than three million small businesses and one in three households in the USA.
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SEO for small businesses: Why it matters

Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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Small businesses, give heed to SEO's power to boost your online presence, or risk obscurity in the digital age.
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How cloud technology is helping SMBs take on giants of their industry

Tue, 12th Jan 2016
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At last, the argument of whether a small business should or shouldn't be operating in the cloud has been put to bed. The cloud has won.
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Trade Me founder joins Vend board of directors

Tue, 8th Dec 2015
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Trade Me founder Sam Morgan has joined Vend's board of directors, bringing his experience to the growing retail software company.
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Xero to double turnover to $200M this year, says CEO Rod Drury

Thu, 23rd Jul 2015
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New Zealand accounting software pioneer Xero expects to double global revenue to more than $200 million in the year to March 2016.