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Small business owners embrace mobile tech
Unified Communications

Small business owners embrace mobile tech

Over 80% of UK small business owners tap into mobile tech daily, reshaping operations and blending work with leisure, says Manta report.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2015
Polycom launches new phones aimed at SMBs
Hybrid & Remote Work

Polycom launches new phones aimed at SMBs

Polycom has announced the release of two new entry-level desktop phones as part of its voice solutions portfolio.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2015
Xerox: Helping channel partners capitalise on MPS market opp
Document Management

Xerox: Helping channel partners capitalise on MPS market opp

Nearly 75% of SMBs are yet to deploy a managed print service (MPS), presenting a $16 billion market opportunity for channel partners.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Jul 2015
Prevent data loss with three simple steps
Data Protection

Prevent data loss with three simple steps

As the value of data increases and losing critical information can be very costly for a business, ensuring data protection is more important than ever.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Jul 2015
SnapperNet ramps up IoT offerings in face of strong demand
Internet of Things

SnapperNet ramps up IoT offerings in face of strong demand

SnapperNet is ramping up its vendor portfolio to help Kiwi resellers address the burgeoning internet of things/machine to machine market.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jun 2015
Kiwis have little faith in NZ businesses when it comes to cyber attacks
Small Business

Kiwis have little faith in NZ businesses when it comes to cyber attacks

Three out of four people think New Zealand businesses are not well prepared to manage computer hacking and keep data secure and confidential.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Jun 2015
60% of cyber-attacks target SMEs
Cybersecurity

60% of cyber-attacks target SMEs

This year's Connect Smart Week is a reminder for SMEs to be vigilant about online security, says Amy Adams, Communications Minister.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
Cyberoam brings enterprise network security to Kiwi SMEs
Wireless Networks

Cyberoam brings enterprise network security to Kiwi SMEs

Cyberoam launches CR10wiNG, a wireless security appliance, in New Zealand market through distributor SnapperNet.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 4th Jun 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Uncovering the technology concerns of SMEs
Small Business

Uncovering the technology concerns of SMEs

SMBs are changing their relationship with IT and are beginning to view technology as a strategic imperative and a key driver of new business.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2015
Accounts payable pain points for Kiwi SMBs
Small Business

Accounts payable pain points for Kiwi SMBs

Many Kiwi businesses are unaware they have data siloed across departments and systems, when they think they have automated their AP systems.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2015
Labour Party to make SMBs a priority
Labour Party

Labour Party to make SMBs a priority

Labour's Jacinda Ardern zeroes in on bolstering support for Kiwi SMEs, inspired by fruitful discussions with Flow Software.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Jul 2015
How Kiwi companies can become the new breed of 'exponential organisations'
Application Performance Monitoring

How Kiwi companies can become the new breed of 'exponential organisations'

The business world has seen the birth of a new breed of company that could tilt the playing field in favour of cash-strapped Kiwi entrepreneurs.

By Pattrick Smellie • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Jul 2015
Who is Ora and why should you care?
Small Business

Who is Ora and why should you care?

Meet Ora, the innovative NZ digital marketer shifting the online game for SMEs and giving back with their Dreams Awards.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Jul 2015
Xero and Dropbox - the new power couple
Fintech

Xero and Dropbox - the new power couple

Xero and Dropbox announce a new partnership to streamline collaboration and accounting for small businesses, promising enhanced productivity and innovation.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Jun 2015
Xero Payroll: How it's tracking
Fintech

Xero Payroll: How it's tracking

Xero shares details of the launch of its New Zealand Payroll software, including new features and upcoming updates.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 24th Jun 2015
Xero and Apple - the perfect match for SMBs?
Supply Chain

Xero and Apple - the perfect match for SMBs?

Cloud accounting software specialists Xero are targeting small businesses using Apple devices with new iOS solutions.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 16th Jun 2015
Attention all cat lovers: our first cat cafe is coming
Crowdfunding

Attention all cat lovers: our first cat cafe is coming

Poised to be New Zealand's first Cat Café, the Cat Lounge is looking to up and running via a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Jun 2015
Are apps the way of the future for small businesses?
Apps

Are apps the way of the future for small businesses?

Small businesses expected to double their use of mobile apps, says Clutch survey. 15% already have one and 18% plan to develop one in 2015.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 5th Jun 2015