Small Business (SMB) stories - Page 33
Facebook pushes Kiwi SMB success
Tue, 16th Jul 2013
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Social networking giant introduces the Small Business Accelerator Program, designed to help Kiwi small businesses fast-track their path to success on Facebook.
NZ start-ups expecting strong growth
Thu, 4th Jul 2013
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Start-ups work longer and for less financial reward than more established SMEs, yet are far more confident about their revenue performance this year.
SMBs bag $40m capital fund boost
Mon, 1st Jul 2013
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NZ Superannuation Fund injects NZ$40m into Kiwi SMBs, aiming to fuel their growth in global markets through Pioneer Capital’s management.
Microsoft announces Ventures for startups
Thu, 27th Jun 2013
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Entrepreneurship is an increasingly global phenomenon with Microsoft strengthening the resources it provides for startups.
An IT trend too far as SMBs struggle
Fri, 21st Jun 2013
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One of the biggest IT challenges for SMBs across ANZ is trying to keep up with new trends such as cloud and mobility.
SMBs reaping cloud security rewards
Thu, 13th Jun 2013
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Microsoft study claims 94% of small and midsize companies gain cloud security advantages — contradicting perceptions that hold others back from adoption.
Bigcommerce launches global partner program
Tue, 12th Mar 2013
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eCommerce platform which allows SMBs to quickly set up an online store has launched its global partner program for web professionals, designers and resellers.
Microsoft reacts to the changing world of work
Sat, 9th Mar 2013
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Microsoft plans to catch up in New Zealand's changing world of work with Office 365, according to Asia Pacific Marketing and Operations head Todd Cione.
Make some New Year’s resolutions for your business
Tue, 22nd Jan 2013
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Google urges businesses to set New Year's resolutions, aiming for growth and a stronger online presence in 2013.
Mobility: Productivity for businesses
Thu, 10th Jan 2013
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Encourage customers to think mobility strategy, rather than BYOD, cautions Otto Ruettinger, Lenovo Australia and New Zealand director, SMB.
'Consumerisation of IT' no longer changing SMB culture
Thu, 20th Dec 2012
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The 'consumerisation of IT' expands, reshaping major businesses with cloud, mobile, and social tech, paving the way for geospatial and big data trends.
Lower interest rates needed to save SME businesses
Wed, 5th Dec 2012
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Lower interest rates are crucial to boost SMEs amid an uncertain economy, according to Bibby Financial Services Australia, as business credit falls by 0.3%.
Symantec announces all-in-one backup app
Tue, 13th Nov 2012
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Symantec has launched the Backup Exec 3600 Appliance, offering a unified, cost-effective solution for virtual and physical backup and recovery systems.
Xero introduces online invoicing
Mon, 1st Oct 2012
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Small business accounting software provider changes the accounting game with the addition of online invoicing.
Netgear claims enterprise-class features for SMB storage
Wed, 1st Aug 2012
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Netgear's ReadyData 5200 offers SMBs enterprise-class storage features at an affordable price, aiming to simplify data management and protection.
Netgear takes enterprise-class features to SMBs
Fri, 6th Jul 2012
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Netgear's new ReadyData 5200 offers enterprise-grade network storage features to SMBs, promising powerful data management at an accessible price point.
Connector Systems targets SMBs with Imation deal
Mon, 25th Jun 2012
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Connector Systems partners with Imation to supply New Zealand resellers with storage and data security solutions aimed at small and medium businesses.
App of the Week: TaxTracker
Wed, 6th Jun 2012
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TaxTracker, a GBP £8.20 app, uses colour coding and countdowns to help small businesses organise tax payments and avoid nasty surprises.
Money is not important
Mon, 23rd Apr 2012
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Money is not important in itself, but it touches everything in your life that is. Find out why in this insightful article.
Hire me, learn from me, buy from me or get out of my way
Mon, 16th Apr 2012
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Inspired by the passion of American entrepreneurs at Infusioncon 2012, Sean McDonald urges New Zealanders to embrace boldness and celebrate success.