SMEs stories
Why affiliate programmes aren’t just for big businesses
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partner programmes
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martech
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kpis
Even small enterprises can now leverage affiliate programmes, thanks to evolving tech and referral software, making this cost-effective strategy accessible to all.
Survey reveals Australian SMEs prefer banks for foreign payments
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fees
A survey reveals that 62% of Australian SMEs use big banks for international trade, ignoring high fees and exchange mark-ups despite cheaper fintech options.
Digital Matter unveils affordable Barra Core for Australian SMEs
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amazon
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location tracking
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smes
Australian SMEs can now benefit from the cost-effective Barra Core tracker by Digital Matter, offering advanced indoor and outdoor asset tracking.
Packing errors could elevate shipping costs by up to 150%
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supply chain systems
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shipping
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smes
Interparcel CEO Steve Zammit warns that common packing errors could inflate shipping costs by 150%, urging SMEs to optimise processes amid rising surcharges.
Most Aussie SMEs overpay for international money transfers
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ofx
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trust
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money transfer
Study reveals 62% of Australian SMEs use the big four banks for international trade, despite higher fees and exchange rate mark-ups.
Flotilla introduces new tech to aid SMEs in sustainability drive
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digital transformation
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dei
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financial systems
Flotilla launches new tech solution suite to aid SMEs in sustainable transformation, focusing on efficient scope 3 carbon data collection and ESG compliance.
UK postal service fees to rise in 2024, hitting SMEs hardest
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ecommerce
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shipping
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smes
The UK postal service fees will increase in 2024, with significant hikes from USP and Parcelforce. SMEs, heavily reliant on affordable shipping, face the brunt.
EnterpriseSG & Google Cloud push AI innovation in Singapore
Last week
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ai models
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singapore
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customer service
EnterpriseSG and Google Cloud launch initiatives to boost AI adoption among Singaporean startups and SMEs, with benefits including USD $350,000 in credits and Gemini tools.
2degrees launches New Zealand's first Wi-Fi 7 modem
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uc
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telco
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nz
2degrees has unveiled New Zealand's first Wi-Fi 7 modem, the TP Link BE22000, enhancing SME internet capabilities with cutting-edge HyperFibre connectivity.
Australian retailers reshape strategies to tackle privacy laws
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cx
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martech
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data privacy
Fiverr's latest report reveals Australian retailers revamping strategies to tackle new privacy regulations and economic pressures ahead of the 2024 holiday season.
Shire Leasing launches new Tech Finance division for SMEs
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investment
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smes
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it infrastructure
Shire Leasing launches a technology finance division to help small and medium businesses access financial solutions for IT investments.
Half of SMEs in Australia & NZ yet to adopt AI technology
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physical security
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ai
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intellectual property
Half of SMEs in Australia and New Zealand have yet to adopt AI due to significant security concerns, a new Peninsula Group survey reveals.
Tech Suzhou Advocates launches to boost aerospace sector
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smes
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startups
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networks
Global Tech Advocates has announced the formation of its 39th group, Tech Suzhou Advocates. This new group is the sixth launched in China.
The GRC Group acquires Pentest People to expand cyber division
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growth
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incident response
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smes
The GRC Group has acquired cyber-security firm Pentest People to bolster its cyber security division, enhancing services for over 3,000 clients globally.
MoD partners with Constellia to revamp SME defence procurement
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digital transformation
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public sector
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smes
The Ministry of Defence partners with Constellia to implement the NVFI framework, aiming to ease SME access to defence contracts and boost innovation in procurement.
Warehow secures £2.1 million in Series A funding round
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ebay
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funding
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smes
eCommerce fulfilment specialist Warehow has raised £2.1 million in Series A funding, led by the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II and Mercia Ventures.
BlackBerry & Dicker Data announce new cybersecurity partnership
This month
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
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dicker data
BlackBerry teams up with Dicker Data to enhance AI-driven cybersecurity solutions across Australia and New Zealand, addressing growing regional cyber threats.
Cybersecurity gaps in New Zealand SMEs highlighted by NCSC
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edutech
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nz
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support
A study by NCSC reveals a severe gap in cybersecurity preparedness among SMEs. Despite acknowledging its importance, only 48% feel ready for cyber incidents.
Trustify named National Ambassador for cyber resilience in UK
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smart home
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advanced persistent threat protection
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public sector
Trustify named a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, joining firms like Aviva and Microsoft to bolster UK cyber resilience efforts.
ESGpedia named official platform partner for SAFE Initiative
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dei
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data analytics
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cleantech
SFIA appoints ESGpedia as the official ESG platform partner for the SAFE Initiative, aiming to enhance ESG data reporting across ASEAN through advanced technology solutions.