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Kiwi businesses urged to double down on cybersecurity

Cybercriminals will seek to exploit more businesses that are moving online, particularly as those businesses move to remote working.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Mon, 23rd Mar 2020

Endpoint Protection

HPE launches SMB microserver solution

Includes automation, remote management and in-built security and is available on a monthly subscription basis.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Thu, 12th Mar 2020

Unified Communications

Will poor broadband hinder SMBs moving to the cloud?

A new study finds that many Australian SMBs are hindered by inadequate broadband, potentially stalling their move to cloud technologies.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Mar 2020

Fintech

Xero teams up with Vonto and Commonwealth Bank to provide daily data feed

Xero partners with Commonwealth Bank-backed Vonto app to provide small businesses with financial insights in daily news feed.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2020

Lenovo

Lenovo launches mentorship programme for SMBs

Lenovo partners with entrepreneur Naomi Simson to launch the ThinkBook Mentorship Programme, offering regional SMBs technology and personalised guidance.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Dec 2019

Customer Relationship Management

Why UX is a critical part of technology success for SMBs

In the digital age, SMBs must fine-tune UX to meet rising customer expectations for seamless, personalized interactions.

By Shane Blandford • 2 min read • Fri, 6th Dec 2019

Cybersecurity

Check Point signs new distributor for Aussie SMB market

Check Point Software Technologies has partnered with Aria Technologies to distribute its cybersecurity solutions to the Australian SMB market.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 21st Nov 2019

Network Infrastructure

Linksys launches new SMB APs and smart switches to ANZ

Linksys debuts cloud-managed Access Points and Smart Switches in ANZ, providing budget-friendly, business-grade network solutions for SMBs.

By Ben Moore • 5 min read • Wed, 20th Nov 2019

Disaster Recovery

OpenText to drop US$1.4B to acquire Carbonite

OpenText is set to acquire Carbonite for $1.42bn, bolstering its cloud platforms and end-point security capabilities.

By Ben Moore • 2 min read • Tue, 19th Nov 2019

Marketing Technologies

Adobe extends digital experience portfolio to SMB and mid-market

Adobe expands its digital experience offerings to SMB and mid-sized firms, introducing tailored solutions for commerce, marketing, analytics, and e-signatures.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Tue, 29th Oct 2019

Malware

Wakeup call: NZ and Aussie SMBs rate highest globally in ransomware attacks

New Zealand and Australian SMBs face a cybersecurity crisis, leading the world in reported ransomware attacks, reveals a survey by Datto.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 18th Oct 2019

Small Business

Montoux celebrates growth with new Courtenay Place office

Wellington-based insurtech Montoux is celebrating a new era of growth with a new office on Wellington's bustling Courtenay Place.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 9th Oct 2019

Data Analytics

Xero data shows SMB growth linked to technology spend

Australian small businesses that increase their investment in technology grow their revenue and create jobs faster than other businesses.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Wed, 11th Sep 2019

Stories from Other Regions

Small Business (SMB) stories

Cybersecurity

How SMBs can protect themselves, staff from cyber threats

The internet is not getting any safer and cyber threats are evolving every year, making it even more difficult for businesses, especially SMBs, to navigate.

By Bruce Perry • 4 min read • Thu, 27th Feb 2020

Fintech

NZ tech companies forecast for rapid expansion in 2020

New Zealand tech companies are set for rapid expansion in 2020, driven by innovation in ecology, industry, and economy, says NZTech chair Mitchell Pham.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 5th Feb 2020

Microsoft

SMBs delaying PC refreshes at great cost

A survey by TechAisle and Microsoft reveals that many New Zealand SMBs stick with outdated PCs, risking high costs, security threats, and inefficiencies.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Tue, 17th Dec 2019