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New Zealand ranked one of Asia Pacific’s fastest emerging fintech hubs
Fintech

New Zealand ranked one of Asia Pacific’s fastest emerging fintech hubs

A stronger fintech climate has lifted Auckland into Asia Pacific’s top 25, with New Zealand now ranked 45th globally in a new index.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Sun, 19th Jan 2020
SMBs delaying PC refreshes at great cost
Microsoft

SMBs delaying PC refreshes at great cost

A survey by TechAisle and Microsoft reveals that many New Zealand SMBs stick with outdated PCs, risking high costs, security threats, and inefficiencies.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2019
Container Jacking Systems Make Their Mark in Intermodal Container Logistics
Supply Chain

Container Jacking Systems Make Their Mark in Intermodal Container Logistics

Smaller operators are gaining cheaper, portable container-handling options as C-Lifts win orders in more than 20 countries.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Dec 2019
Are you eligible for ACC’s workplace injury prevention subsidy?
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
Well-known Taupo motel up for sale
Small Business

Well-known Taupo motel up for sale

The freehold site could stay a motel, be subdivided or make way for housing as Taupo's property market keeps growing.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Sun, 10th Nov 2019
What businesses need to know before Christmas shutdown
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
All work, no play: 2degrees survey finds Kiwi SMBs won't take a break
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
Vodafone and BNZ team up to boost tech for Kiwi SMEs
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
How to ace your next safety audit
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
Conquering stress and a heavy workload
Data Analytics

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

Global Stories

Small Business (SMB) stories

Lenovo launches mentorship programme for SMBs
Lenovo

Lenovo launches mentorship programme for SMBs

Lenovo partners with entrepreneur Naomi Simson to launch the ThinkBook Mentorship Programme, offering regional SMBs technology and personalised guidance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2019
Why UX is a critical part of technology success for SMBs
Customer Relationship Management

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
Check Point signs new distributor for Aussie SMB market
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
Linksys launches new SMB APs and smart switches to ANZ
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
OpenText to drop US$1.4B to acquire Carbonite
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
Adobe extends digital experience portfolio to SMB and mid-market
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
Wakeup call: NZ and Aussie SMBs rate highest globally in ransomware attacks
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
Montoux celebrates growth with new Courtenay Place office
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