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Apple launches App Store Small Business Programme

Developers can qualify for the programme and a reduced 15% commission if they earned up to US$1 million in proceeds during the previous calendar year.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 20th Nov 2020

Malware

Ransomware the most common cyber threat to SMBs - report

The survey found that 60% of managed service providers report that their SMB clients have been hit as of Q3 2020.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 19th Nov 2020

Software-as-a-Service

The top features to look out for in a product pricing solution

Retailers and brands need effective software to monitor market growth and control prices. Here are seven features that make pricing software valuable.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Mon, 16th Nov 2020

Partner Programmes

HPE updates partner programme for -aaS, SMB enablement

The changes to the partner programme include improved RPA for quotes, as-a-service support, and incentives for SMB sales growth.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Nov 2020

Cybersecurity

Small biz in firing line as cyber breaches surge

Smaller enterprises are exposed to a level of sophisticated cyber-attack ordinarily reserved for large multi-nationals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Nov 2020

Distributed Denial of Service

Microsoft: Digital transformation doesn't make SMEs immune to cyber threats

Ricky Kapur warns that despite digital transformation every business is at risk - no matter how large or small they are.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Fri, 30th Oct 2020

Cybersecurity

emt Distribution signs ANZ agreement with UK-based cybersecurity company

emt Distribution partners with bluedog Security Monitoring to bring cybersecurity services to ANZ and APAC regions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 19th Oct 2020

Digital Transformation

Four ways MSPs can stay strong and profitable in 2020

COVID-19 has presented challenges for Managed Service Providers as they adapt to support remote workforces. Here are four tips for success.

By Leo Lynch • 4 min read • Wed, 7th Oct 2020

Storage

QNAP embeds AMD chip into new rackmount NAS

TS-x73AU Rackmount NAS series includes AMD Ryzen embedded processors and 2.5GbE ports for virtualisation, hybrid-cloud Apps and 10GbE expandability.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 5th Oct 2020

Digital Transformation

Kiwi SMBs forge on with digital evolution despite disruption

New Zealand SMBs are turning to technology, including cloud and customer experience solutions, to recover from COVID-19, according to a Cisco study.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Sep 2020

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

SMBs in SEA region threatened by vastly increasing rates of cryptomining

Cryptomining is a growing threat to SMBs in Southeast Asia, with 1.7 million mining malware threats detected by Kaspersky in H1 2020.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Tue, 22nd Sep 2020

Partner Programmes

SMBs seeking service providers in face of rising cyber threats

Three quarters of SMBs fear cyber attacks within six months, while 91% would switch IT service providers for better cybersecurity, says study.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 21st Sep 2020

Fintech

Xero revamps Starter plan to support businesses during COVID-19 crisis

Xero has revamped its Starter plan to support sole traders during the COVID-19 crisis, increasing limits and improving payment and insights tools.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 18th Sep 2020

Dicker Data

HPE launches new storage solution for SMEs

Hewlett Packard Enterprise has unveiled the next generation of its HPE Modular Smart Array (MSA), HPE MSA Gen 6.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Thu, 10th Sep 2020

Cybersecurity

Proofpoint launches new SMB focused security awareness training

Proofpoint launches security training to reduce phishing and malware attacks for SMBs – aims for close to zero infections.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 7th Sep 2020

Storage

Research: Data more important for SMBs than ever

Seagate's global survey of SMBs shows resilience of IT infrastructure during the pandemic and the importance of data in recovery plans.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 3rd Sep 2020

Partner Programmes

A deeper look at Lenovo's MS365 managed services

The offering includes a ready-made platform for channel partners to co-sell and manage Microsoft 365 offers, Lenovo's cloud offerings, and their own portfolio.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Mon, 27th Jul 2020