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Will poor broadband hinder SMBs moving to the cloud?
Unified Communications

Will poor broadband hinder SMBs moving to the cloud?

A new study finds that many Australian SMBs are hindered by inadequate broadband, potentially stalling their move to cloud technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2020
Malwarebytes launches cloud platform designed for SMBs
Cloud Services

Malwarebytes launches cloud platform designed for SMBs

Malwarebytes launches Malwarebytes Nebula, a new cloud platform with specific enterprise features but designed for small to medium businesses.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Mar 2020
Memset launches server range focused on flexibility and security
DataCentre infrastructure

Memset launches server range focused on flexibility and security

Memset launches new server range that provides flexible capacity and data security, catering to businesses of all sizes.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Feb 2020
Xero teams up with Vonto and Commonwealth Bank to provide daily data feed
Fintech

Xero teams up with Vonto and Commonwealth Bank to provide daily data feed

Xero partners with Commonwealth Bank-backed Vonto app to provide small businesses with financial insights in daily news feed.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2020
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

Stories from Other Regions

Small Business (SMB) stories

Coronavirus: What businesses need to know
Data Protection

Coronavirus: What businesses need to know

Businesses facing coronavirus disruption can now find daily-updated government guidance on tax, travel, staffing and workplace safety.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Sun, 1st Mar 2020
How SMBs can protect themselves, staff from cyber threats
Cybersecurity

How SMBs can protect themselves, staff from cyber threats

The internet is not getting any safer and cyber threats are evolving every year, making it even more difficult for businesses, especially SMBs, to navigate.

By Bruce Perry • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2020
How this new trade deal will boost New Zealand tech companies
Digital Transformation

How this new trade deal will boost New Zealand tech companies

Access to global markets should widen for small Kiwi firms as the new digital economy pact is expected to lift trade and growth.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Feb 2020
NZ tech companies forecast for rapid expansion in 2020
Fintech

NZ tech companies forecast for rapid expansion in 2020

New Zealand tech companies are set for rapid expansion in 2020, driven by innovation in ecology, industry, and economy, says NZTech chair Mitchell Pham.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2020
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
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