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What MSPs should know about business management platforms

As your MSP business grows and its time to invest in tech that can help, it's important to make sure you are getting the right solution for you.

By James Bergl • 3 min read • Fri, 10th Aug 2018

Firewalls

WatchGuard launches multi-factor authentication for SMBs

WatchGuard launches AuthPoint, a cloud-based multi-factor authentication solution tailored for SMBs, addressing their cost and complexity concerns.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 30th Jul 2018

Disaster Recovery

Kaseya survey reveals huge opportunity in data backup for SMBs

The fourth annual IT Operations survey of SMBs and midmarket enterprises shows security remains the top concern and data backup is a key opportunity.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Fri, 27th Jul 2018

Partner Programmes

The importance of closer relationships with external IT support

CSG's recent survey has shown that SMBs are outsourcing their IT support at an increasing rate, showing opportunity for providers of IT services.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Jul 2018

Microsoft

Microsoft launches Dynamics 365 Business Central in ANZ

The solution, which integrates with other Microsoft cloud services including Office 365, strips away complexity from day to day business functions.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 2 min read • Mon, 9th Jul 2018

Malware

Despite more training, SMBs feel unprepared for cyberattacks - Webroot

Despite rigorous training, most SMBs in the US, UK, and Australia feel unprepared for cyber threats, says Webroot, highlighting the evolving nature of attacks.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Mon, 2nd Jul 2018

Data Analytics

Why 'best-fit' is replacing 'best-of-breed' software solutions

Businesses are shifting from 'best-of-breed' to 'best-fit' software solutions, prioritising customisation and cost-efficiency over one-size-fits-all approaches.

By Michael Haddon • 4 min read • Fri, 15th Jun 2018

Stories from Other Regions

Small Business (SMB) stories

Platform-as-a-Service

How SMBs can grow their client base without cutting prices

Although they may seem to be the simplest solution, SMBs need to consider the trade-offs they are making by discounting.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Aug 2018

Digital Transformation

Govt forms Small Business Council to drive SME growth

UK Government establishes Small Business Council to improve connections with government, large businesses, and research institutions.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 14th Aug 2018

Platform-as-a-Service

How to improve cash flow and get rid of excess inventory

Bartercard has members consisting of over 6,000 businesses in eight countries, with a trade volume of over $150 million a year.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Tue, 14th Aug 2018

Supply Chain

New electric forklifts provide safe warehouse solutions

Small businesses can now access safer, cleaner warehouse lifting gear as a new electric forklift range promises lower running costs and more uptime.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Tue, 7th Aug 2018

Taxation

Inland Revenue to improve AIM tax method with help from early adopters

Inland Revenue's new Accounting Income Method now has plenty of early adopters and now the focus is on improving the product for year two.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 6th Aug 2018

Risk & Compliance

First national online health and safety register goes live

Businesses in New Zealand can now find verified workplace health and safety experts through a free register launched in Wellington.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Mon, 6th Aug 2018

Taxation

Inland Revenue's AIM tax method signs up 1,000+ early adopters

Inland Revenue says that more than 1,100 businesses have signed up to the new Accounting Income Method (AIM) so far.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 1st Aug 2018

Facebook

EPIC campaign for epic industry

Thousands of new workers will be needed to deliver planned infrastructure investment, putting pressure on contractors to widen the talent pool.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 29th Jul 2018

Marketing Technologies

New solution helps small businesses get paid anywhere, anytime

A common gripe among start-ups and small businesses is the issue of payment, and this new solution from Westpac hopes to resolve that.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Sat, 28th Jul 2018

Small Business

Spark to launch new online service to connect Kiwis with SMEs

Spark, the New Zealand telecommunications company, has launched WeDo, an online service connecting consumers with local businesses.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Jul 2018

Risk & Compliance

Calling all leaders

The two-hour workshop is aimed at small and medium-sized construction firms, helping leaders lift compliance and tackle safety gaps.

By Michael Curreen • 1 min read • Thu, 19th Jul 2018

Small Business

Kiwi businesses taking the lead in fibre adoption

A NZ company says Kiwi businesses are right at the top globally when it comes to fibre adoption, but for reasons beyond faster broadband.

By Ashton Young • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Jul 2018

Government

Survey finds sharp decline in Auckland business confidence

1 year ago Auckland businesses were feeling relatively optimistic about the economy, but fast-forward to the present and that has drastically changed.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Fri, 8th Jun 2018