Small Business (SMB) stories - Page 21
Challenges in financing, talent retention shaping SMBs in 2018
Thu, 11th Jan 2018
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An IDC report revealed that reducing costs, gaining operational efficiency, and improving productivity are the top business priorities for SMBs.
How SMBs can leverage MSPs to solve their security woes
Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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Malwarebytes talks about how outsourcing security operations to MSPs might be the smartest decision an SMB can make in 2018.
Okta launches identity management offering for startups
Tue, 12th Dec 2017
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Okta unveils Okta for Startups, offering its Identity Cloud free for one year to entrepreneurs and small businesses to enhance secure access management.
Netgear debuts DIY Wi-Fi for small businesses
Mon, 4th Dec 2017
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Netgear launches Orbi Pro, the DIY Wi-Fi system tailored for small businesses, offering secure, efficient, and easy-to-install connectivity at AUD $849.
CASE STUDY: The digital transformation journeys of leading AU companies
Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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Interactive conducted a case study that delves into the digital transformation experiences of thought leaders from across AU's business landscape.
4 trends driving Singapore's hyperscale data center market
Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
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public cloud
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Key players, from Amazon Web Services, Google and Microsoft to Alibaba Cloud, have increased their uptake of data center capacity in Singapore.
ESET survey: Lack of funding a major problem for Japan SMBs
Mon, 13th Nov 2017
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cybersecurity
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Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in Japan are struggling to enhance their cybersecurity due to the high costs involved, according to a survey by ESET.
Microsoft sets sights on Aussie SMBs with 365 Business launch
Thu, 2nd Nov 2017
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The company asserts the launch is a significant step in facilitating scale and growth for Australian businesses with up to 300 employees.
SafeStack offers free 'Security Big Day Out' for Wellington not-for-profits
Tue, 31st Oct 2017
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SafeStack to run 'Security Big Day Out' seminar in Wellington to help not-for-profit sector with tight budgets.
Xero succession planning helps SMBs prepare for coming retirement wave
Tue, 24th Oct 2017
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xero
Statistics New Zealand estimates that over the next 10-12 years around 20% of the country’s SMBs will likely retire
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Oracle lets SMBs create custom apps without software expertise
Thu, 19th Oct 2017
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low-code
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software development
The program works through an intuitive visual development interface, with no need for prior development experience...
SMBs in regions showing steady growth – MYOB
Tue, 10th Oct 2017
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financial systems
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accounting systems
44% of operators in Waikato and the Bay of Plenty saw their revenue improve in the last 12 months, with similar levels of growth seen in Southland.
Alibaba to host Aus eCommerce Expo for SMBs eyeing China expansion
Fri, 6th Oct 2017
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Alibaba sets stage in Melbourne, empowering Aussie SMBs to break into China's booming eCommerce market at October's Expo.
Kiwi retailers shouldn’t fear Amazon, they should leverage it – eCommerce expert
Wed, 4th Oct 2017
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New Zealand businesses should embrace Amazon's entry into Australia as an opportunity, says expert. Amazon is an enabler, not a competitor.
HPE announces new storage and server offerings for SMBs
Thu, 28th Sep 2017
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storage
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datacentre infrastructure
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converged infrastructure
HPE is introducing a mix of systems, networking solutions, storage and financing programs, across the SMB spectrum ranging from 1 – 1000 employees.
Attracting customers a major challenge for SMEs – survey
Tue, 26th Sep 2017
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world bank
Over 5,000 exporting SMEs globally were asked to consider the online tools that help them sell internationally.
Businesses paid $301 million to ransomware hackers last year
Fri, 22nd Sep 2017
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ransomware
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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financial systems
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email security
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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accounting systems
‘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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digital marketing
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.