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Vend finds Aus retail sales down by 7%

Fri, 26th Jan 2018
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Retail spending in the 2017/2018 holiday period dropped by 7% compared to the previous year, according to Vend data.
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Business guru shares retail tips ahead of Amazon's arrival

Thu, 18th Jan 2018
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Understanding the fundamentals of business in today's disrupted world will protect New Zealand retailers from Amazon, says author Ed Ludbrook.
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How SMBs can leverage MSPs to solve their security woes

Wed, 13th Dec 2017
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Malwarebytes talks about how outsourcing security operations to MSPs might be the smartest decision an SMB can make in 2018.
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Okta launches identity management offering for startups

Tue, 12th Dec 2017
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Okta unveils Okta for Startups, offering its Identity Cloud free for one year to entrepreneurs and small businesses to enhance secure access management.
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Netgear debuts DIY Wi-Fi for small businesses

Mon, 4th Dec 2017
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Netgear launches Orbi Pro, the DIY Wi-Fi system tailored for small businesses, offering secure, efficient, and easy-to-install connectivity at AUD $849.
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CASE STUDY: The digital transformation journeys of leading AU companies

Mon, 27th Nov 2017
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Interactive conducted a case study that delves into the digital transformation experiences of thought leaders from across AU's business landscape.
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4 trends driving Singapore's hyperscale data center market

Wed, 22nd Nov 2017
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Key players, from Amazon Web Services, Google and Microsoft to Alibaba Cloud, have increased their uptake of data center capacity in Singapore.
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Microsoft sets sights on Aussie SMBs with 365 Business launch

Thu, 2nd Nov 2017
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The company asserts the launch is a significant step in facilitating scale and growth for Australian businesses with up to 300 employees.
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Oracle lets SMBs create custom apps without software expertise

Thu, 19th Oct 2017
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The program works through an intuitive visual development interface, with no need for prior development experience...
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Alibaba to host Aus eCommerce Expo for SMBs eyeing China expansion

Fri, 6th Oct 2017
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Alibaba sets stage in Melbourne, empowering Aussie SMBs to break into China's booming eCommerce market at October's Expo.
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Kiwi retailers shouldn't fear Amazon, they should leverage it – eCommerce expert

Wed, 4th Oct 2017
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New Zealand businesses should embrace Amazon's entry into Australia as an opportunity, says expert. Amazon is an enabler, not a competitor.
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HPE announces new storage and server offerings for SMBs

Thu, 28th Sep 2017
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HPE is introducing a mix of systems, networking solutions, storage and financing programs, across the SMB spectrum ranging from 1 – 1000 employees.
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Businesses paid $301 million to ransomware hackers last year

Fri, 22nd Sep 2017
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Datto has revealed the results of its latest study of ransomware around the world that are concerning to say the very least.
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Email scammers targeting SMBs under guise of accounting software

Thu, 21st Sep 2017
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Cybercrime networks may be chasing smaller businesses who don't have a dedicated infosec or IT team to help defend against scams.
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Yikes! What to do when your Facebook group is hijacked by competitors

Tue, 19th Sep 2017
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SMBs often find creating groups and participating on social media a good way to gain exposure, but we can't always control how they're used.
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Kiwi SMEs need to leverage more digital advertising tools

Thu, 7th Sep 2017
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A third of SMEs with a website say they receive less than 50 visitors each week, whereas 25% had no idea about their web traffic numbers.
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Update lets businesses manage their listing from Google Search page

Thu, 7th Sep 2017
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Businesses with complete listings on Google are twice as likely to gain customer trust and 38% more likely to attract in-store visits.
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Digital marketing startup launches with Xero partnership

Wed, 6th Sep 2017
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New software startup Boma Marketing has created an app that simplifies digital marketing for small businesses.
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Aruba delivers business-class Wi-Fi solution for SMBs

Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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The HPE OfficeConnect OC20 is a cost-effective wireless solution designed for businesses without dedicated IT resources.
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Firefly named finalist in two Westpac Business Awards categories

Fri, 25th Aug 2017
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The digital marketing agency was named a finalist in the Best Emerging Business and Excellence in Marketing categories.