Xero stories - Page 11
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Xero partners with Stripe to offer more payment choices, automated reconciliation
Wed, 2nd Aug 2017
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The setup process enables small business owners to quickly begin accepting credit card payments for online invoices.
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Kiwi SMB's software helping large companies run AGMs virtually
Fri, 21st Jul 2017
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Webscope's Virtual AGM software enables businesses to conduct their annual meetings in a completely digital format.
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Xero founder wins global marketing award
Mon, 3rd Jul 2017
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Rod Drury was named the Global Marketer of the Year at an international marketing research conference held at the University of Canterbury.
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Budget 2017 lets down small businesses and tech sector - Xero
Mon, 29th May 2017
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Craig Hudson says we can always be more bullish on championing small businesses, and we need to invest more into technology development.
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BizDojo Wellington set to move into Xero building as it outgrows current location
Tue, 23rd May 2017
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Co-working space BizDojo will move into Xero's Wellington HQ, with the new space able to accommodate up to 450 residents.
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BDO NZ becomes Xero’s biggest worldwide partner
Thu, 18th May 2017
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BDO was an early adopter of Xero and has recently signed up its 10,000th user onto the cloud accounting software.
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APIs – the key to collaboration between fintech and traditional finance institutions
Tue, 16th May 2017
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APIs provide the necessary security, governance, and scalability, while still allowing the rich enablement users require.
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Xero and Equifax piloting tool to help small businesses avoid bad debt
Fri, 5th May 2017
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The feature will let small businesses on Xero see the credit risk of their potential customers, suppliers and partners.
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PayPal teams up with WooCommerce and Xero to deliver online business toolkit
Tue, 2nd May 2017
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Business in a Box gives small businesses tools to design and manage an online store, accept payments, and get an overview of the business’ cash flow.
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Xero: NZ's corporate businesses are hurting our SMBs
Thu, 13th Apr 2017
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A blog by Xero’s Craig Hudson has criticised New Zealand’s big businesses for late invoice payments - and how it’s taking a toll on our SMBs.
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Xero celebrates journey to success as subscribers swell to one million
Thu, 30th Mar 2017
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Cloud accounting pioneer Xero hits a record one million subscribers, marking a huge leap in the digitally connected business realm.
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Xero forms workforce management partnership with Deputy
Thu, 2nd Mar 2017
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Xero has partnered with workforce management solutions firm Deputy to simplify scheduling and streamline employee communication.
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Xero poaches former Vend exec to head up Ecosystem unit
Thu, 16th Feb 2017
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Xero has appointed former Vend CMO Nick Houldsworth as general manager of its Ecosystem unit, further integrating their small business software expertise.
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MOTAT honours Kiwi innovators with latest exhibition
Mon, 13th Feb 2017
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New Zealand's most prominent innovators are being celebrated at Auckland's MOTAT, showcasing their achievements and setbacks.
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Xero: Product wrap up for January 2017
Wed, 8th Feb 2017
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The first month of 2017 is already over, but Xero has had a busy January, releasing numerous products and updates already this year.
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Stripe expands NZ preview, now available to all Kiwi businesses
Tue, 24th Jan 2017
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Users based in New Zealand will also be able to take advantage of business services and platforms that work with Stripe, including Xero and Shopify.
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From Microsoft to Xero to Trump, oh my
Fri, 20th Jan 2017
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Xero chairman Chris Liddell is stepping down to take on a role with US president-elect Donald Trump, causing concern amongst Xero customers.
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Xero debuts new partner program & chatbot powered advisory directory
Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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Xero launches its new partner program and advisory directory, connecting over 100,000 business advisors with small businesses.
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Xero and Apple Pay unite for easier payments
Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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Xero integrates Apple Pay, speeding up invoice payments for 862k users and enhancing small business cash flows.
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Google recommends Xero to business customers
Thu, 1st Dec 2016
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Xero joins Google's Recommended for G Suite programme, highlighting its ease of use and integration with 500+ business apps.