Small Business (SMB) stories - Page 24
Kaspersky highlights worrying security trend with SMBs
Thu, 27th Oct 2022
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24% of companies with 50-999 employees are considering using pirated software to cut IT costs, warns Kaspersky report.
SMBs embrace new tech but fail to invest in security - study
Wed, 12th Oct 2022
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supply chain
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hybrid & remote work
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cybersecurity
The survey revealed that, while SMBs understand the need to invest in technology in the world of hybrid working, many fail to prioritise security.
MYOB provides efficiency boost with new inventory solution
Tue, 4th Oct 2022
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financial systems
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Premium Inventory is an integrated solution that helps goods-based businesses improve efficiency, reduce costs and increase cashflow.
Digital Boost Alliance celebrates one year of digital acceleration in Aotearoa
Fri, 16th Sep 2022
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government
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tuanz
The Digital Boost Alliance is a joint public-private initiative that supports the uptake of digital tools for small businesses, communities, and individuals.
FirstWave responds to SMB demand for better cybersecurity
Wed, 3rd Aug 2022
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advanced persistent threat protection
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cybersecurity
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FirstWave developed the CyberCision Open Security Management Platform to respond to SMBs 'urgent' need for comprehensive cyber protection.
Cisco launches new Service Provider partner programme
Mon, 25th Jul 2022
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Cisco has launched a new Webex Wholesale Route-to-Market (RTM) for Service Provider partners to address the evolving needs of SMBs.
How secure is accounting software data in Aotearoa?
Wed, 6th Jul 2022
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data protection
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fintech
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financial systems
A recent Xero study found ICT spending for NZ businesses has increased 25% compared to pre-pandemic levels, so how safe is accounting software?.
Plume board expansion with tech veterans
Fri, 10th Jun 2022
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data analytics
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martech
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iot
Salesforce founding board member Magdalena Yesil, former Medallia exec Roxanne Oulman, and ex-Comcast CTO Tony Werner join Plume's board of directors.
Multiple digital solutions hindering, not helping, Kiwi SMEs
Thu, 9th Jun 2022
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financial systems
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myob
Research has revealed this disconnection of systems is costing businesses time, money and resources, and posing a strategic risk.
Trojan cyber attacks hitting SMBs harder than ever - Kaspersky
Mon, 23rd May 2022
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cybersecurity
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education, learning & training
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smb
In 2022 the number of Trojan-PSW detections increased by almost a quarter compared to the same period in 2021 to reach 4,003,323.
IT teams called on to make work flexible and hybrid
Wed, 4th May 2022
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edutech
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hybrid & remote work
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smb
The next wave of work is necessary as IT teams must re-evaluate the tools they need to meet flexible work demands while balancing a complex workload.
Xero unveils small business comprehensive subscription plan
Tue, 3rd May 2022
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data analytics
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martech
Xero has announced a new comprehensive subscription plan to meet the growing needs of small businesses to be rolled out across ANZ in the coming months.
MYOB Kiwi business survey shocks with low confidence
Wed, 13th Apr 2022
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financial systems
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supply chain
The 2022 MYOB Business Monitor survey has found more than two thirds of SMEs are expecting the economy to decline in the next 12 months.
Survey reveals NZ businesses dipping into personal savings to stay afloat
Wed, 13th Apr 2022
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fintech
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supply chain
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smb
According to new research from Prospa, 40% of Kiwi small businesses use personal savings to support operations.
Kaseya to acquire Datto in US$6.2 billion transaction
Tue, 12th Apr 2022
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it automation
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partner programmes
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cybersecurity
Kaseya and Datto have announced that Kaseya will acquire Datto in an all-cash transaction that will offer Datto's shareholders US$35.50 per share.
DocuSign introduces new offering to help growing businesses
Tue, 12th Apr 2022
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smb
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docusign
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workflow solutions
DocuSign has announced a new solution to help growing organisations centralise and automate the creation, negotiation, and secure storage of their contracts.
Engaging technologies key to successful hybrid work environment
Thu, 7th Apr 2022
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martech
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hybrid & remote work
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digital engagement
Adobe's Future of Time Report 2022 shows that engaging technologies are key to a successful hybrid work environment.
SonicWall reports record year for products and channel engagement
Fri, 1st Apr 2022
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partner programmes
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cloud services
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smb
SonicWall has reported its best year on record, attributing the success to its new range of products, customer focus and successful channel engagement.
Visa launches program to help SMBs navigate NFTs and crypto
Thu, 31st Mar 2022
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crypto
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blockchain
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martech
Visa has launched a one-year immersion program designed to bring together a global cohort of entrepreneurs interested in building their business with NFTs.
Cyber attacks on the rise due to skyrocketing bot traffic
Thu, 24th Mar 2022
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smb
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bots
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cyber attacks
Cyberattacks, especially automated ones, of all kinds are on the rise, primarily due to skyrocketing bot traffic.