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Singapore printing startup Gogoprint sets sights on ANZ

Gogoprint raised US$7.7 million (NZ$11.9 million) in a Series A funding round, which will help to finance regional expansion and product development.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 9th Oct 2018

Storage

Hands-on Review: The QNAP TVS-951X NAS is an affordable SSD alternative

The TVS-951X puts many exciting features in the hands of small businesses for a price point that's hard to beat.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 18th Sep 2018

Marketing Technologies

Finding and maximising existing networks to drive business forward

With 97% of businesses in New Zealand being small businesses, SMBs need to leverage this existing network of potential clients and business partners.

By Kai Ping Lew • 2 min read • Mon, 17th Sep 2018

Firewalls

WatchGuard launches multi-factor authentication solution aimed at SMBs

WatchGuard's AuthPoint solution is a cloud service that can be deployed and managed from any location without the need for expensive hardware components.

By Kai Ping Lew • 3 min read • Fri, 14th Sep 2018

Fintech

Xero 'brings small business platform to life' with string of updates

Xero says the major new products and features are intended to enable owners and their advisors to build more efficient and profitable operations.

By Ashton Young • 2 min read • Thu, 6th Sep 2018

Network Infrastructure

The channel-only managed networks platform for SMBs

Netgear has released Insight Pro, a platform that leverages the cloud allowing networking resellers and services providers enhanced efficiency.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Sep 2018

Cybersecurity

Seven things SMBs can do right now to prevent cyber attacks

Small businesses in Australia are at risk of cyber attacks but most are unaware of the threat, according to research by Deakin University.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Sep 2018

Anonymous

Interview: Former Anonymous member turns his talents toward SMB security

Adam Bennett discusses his Anonymous origins, the state of cyber threats in Australia, and what his new company Red Piranha is all about.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Mon, 20th Aug 2018

Partner Programmes

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

Stories from Other Regions

Small Business (SMB) stories

Human Capital Management

New online tool for health and wellbeing policy

Small businesses can now draft compliant health and wellbeing rules in minutes, with the free builder designed to save time and cut legal hassle.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Sun, 23rd Sep 2018

Marketing Technologies

How SMBs can overcome the hurdle of cash flow

Effective cash flow management is critical for SMBs. From quick invoicing to leveraging Bartercard, here are essential strategies to stay afloat.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Sep 2018

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