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Why UX is a critical part of technology success for SMBs

In the digital age, SMBs must fine-tune UX to meet rising customer expectations for seamless, personalized interactions.

By Shane Blandford • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2019

Cybersecurity

Check Point signs new distributor for Aussie SMB market

Check Point Software Technologies has partnered with Aria Technologies to distribute its cybersecurity solutions to the Australian SMB market.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2019

Network Infrastructure

Linksys launches new SMB APs and smart switches to ANZ

Linksys debuts cloud-managed Access Points and Smart Switches in ANZ, providing budget-friendly, business-grade network solutions for SMBs.

By Ben Moore • 5 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2019

Disaster Recovery

OpenText to drop US$1.4B to acquire Carbonite

OpenText is set to acquire Carbonite for $1.42bn, bolstering its cloud platforms and end-point security capabilities.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2019

Marketing Technologies

Adobe extends digital experience portfolio to SMB and mid-market

Adobe expands its digital experience offerings to SMB and mid-sized firms, introducing tailored solutions for commerce, marketing, analytics, and e-signatures.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2019

Malware

Wakeup call: NZ and Aussie SMBs rate highest globally in ransomware attacks

New Zealand and Australian SMBs face a cybersecurity crisis, leading the world in reported ransomware attacks, reveals a survey by Datto.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2019

Small Business

Montoux celebrates growth with new Courtenay Place office

Wellington-based insurtech Montoux is celebrating a new era of growth with a new office on Wellington's bustling Courtenay Place.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2019

Data Analytics

Xero data shows SMB growth linked to technology spend

Australian small businesses that increase their investment in technology grow their revenue and create jobs faster than other businesses.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2019

Stories from Other Regions

Small Business (SMB) stories

Risk & Compliance

Are you eligible for ACC’s workplace injury prevention subsidy?

Manufacturers with 6 to 99 staff can now tap ACC funding for safety advice as workplace injuries remain a major risk in New Zealand.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Nov 2019

Law

What businesses need to know before Christmas shutdown

Employers face penalties if they miss the Holidays Act notice rules before sending staff on festive closedown or leave.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 10th Nov 2019

Small Business

All work, no play: 2degrees survey finds Kiwi SMBs won't take a break

'No holidays please, we're SMBs'. That's the sentiment coming from almost 1000 Kiwi small businesses, according to a study by 2degrees.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Nov 2019

Small Business

Vodafone and BNZ team up to boost tech for Kiwi SMEs

Bank of New Zealand and Vodafone New Zealand join forces to launch a business accelerator programme for Kiwi startups.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 5th Nov 2019

Risk & Compliance

How to ace your next safety audit

Regular safety audits are helping construction firms lift compliance, with Site Safe warning many still lag on new hazard rules and reporting.

By Michael Curreen • 6 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2019

Enterprise Resource Planning

Conquering stress and a heavy workload

High workloads can damage health and performance, but managers can cut stress by delegating, pacing tasks and taking regular breaks.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Mon, 7th Oct 2019

Hybrid & Remote Work

Look out for your workmate – it could save their life

In New Zealand’s construction sector, a simple check-in from colleagues is being urged as a potentially life-saving response to mounting suicide risks.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Sep 2019