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Lack of cloud knowledge holding Kiwi SMBs back

A third of NZ's small firms miss out on the cloud's perks, risking their profits, as a new study highlights a critical digital skills gap.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 21st Aug 2015

Unified Communications

Small business owners embrace mobile tech

Over 80% of UK small business owners tap into mobile tech daily, reshaping operations and blending work with leisure, says Manta report.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Wed, 19th Aug 2015

Hybrid & Remote Work

Polycom launches new phones aimed at SMBs

Polycom has announced the release of two new entry-level desktop phones as part of its voice solutions portfolio.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 29th Jul 2015

Document Management

Xerox: Helping channel partners capitalise on MPS market opp

Nearly 75% of SMBs are yet to deploy a managed print service (MPS), presenting a $16 billion market opportunity for channel partners.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Fri, 24th Jul 2015

Data Protection

Prevent data loss with three simple steps

As the value of data increases and losing critical information can be very costly for a business, ensuring data protection is more important than ever.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 23rd Jul 2015

Internet of Things

SnapperNet ramps up IoT offerings in face of strong demand

SnapperNet is ramping up its vendor portfolio to help Kiwi resellers address the burgeoning internet of things/machine to machine market.

By Heather Wright • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Jun 2015

Small Business

Kiwis have little faith in NZ businesses when it comes to cyber attacks

Three out of four people think New Zealand businesses are not well prepared to manage computer hacking and keep data secure and confidential.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 25th Jun 2015

Cybersecurity

60% of cyber-attacks target SMEs

This year's Connect Smart Week is a reminder for SMEs to be vigilant about online security, says Amy Adams, Communications Minister.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Mon, 22nd Jun 2015

Stories from Other Regions

Small Business (SMB) stories

Google

Kiwi SMBs: You're invited to the Google Partners Digital Bites seminar

Kiwi website firm Zeald is reaching out to small and medium business owners wanting to learn how to utilise Google Adwords to promote their business.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Fri, 28th Aug 2015

Small Business

Kiwi-based marketing firm looking for partners to help SMBs online

Cloud-based marketing firm Amplifier is reaching out to marketing agency partners to help SMBs maximise the benefits the online environment.

By Shannon Williams • 1 min read • Thu, 27th Aug 2015

Small Business

Uncovering the technology concerns of SMEs

SMBs are changing their relationship with IT and are beginning to view technology as a strategic imperative and a key driver of new business.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2015

Small Business

Accounts payable pain points for Kiwi SMBs

Many Kiwi businesses are unaware they have data siloed across departments and systems, when they think they have automated their AP systems.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Wed, 15th Jul 2015

Labour Party

Labour Party to make SMBs a priority

Labour's Jacinda Ardern zeroes in on bolstering support for Kiwi SMEs, inspired by fruitful discussions with Flow Software.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Mon, 13th Jul 2015

Application Performance Monitoring

How Kiwi companies can become the new breed of 'exponential organisations'

The business world has seen the birth of a new breed of company that could tilt the playing field in favour of cash-strapped Kiwi entrepreneurs.

By Pattrick Smellie • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Jul 2015

Small Business

Who is Ora and why should you care?

Meet Ora, the innovative NZ digital marketer shifting the online game for SMEs and giving back with their Dreams Awards.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Thu, 2nd Jul 2015

Fintech

Xero and Dropbox - the new power couple

Xero and Dropbox announce a new partnership to streamline collaboration and accounting for small businesses, promising enhanced productivity and innovation.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Tue, 30th Jun 2015