Small Business (SMB) stories - Page 16
Cisco sets sights on SMB market with new product portfolio
Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
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network infrastructure
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naas
Rolling out from April, the new products are designed to suit the needs of small businesses and Cisco is ‘doubling down’ on SMB-specialist partners.
Safety app made free for business to support remote working during COVID-19
Tue, 31st Mar 2020
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safe365
Many businesses have turned to remote working as the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to affect the business community.
Kiwi businesses urged to double down on cybersecurity
Mon, 23rd Mar 2020
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fintech
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financial systems
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hybrid & remote work
Cybercriminals will seek to exploit more businesses that are moving online, particularly as those businesses move to remote working.
HPE launches SMB microserver solution
Thu, 12th Mar 2020
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endpoint protection
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datacentre infrastructure
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edr
Includes automation, remote management and in-built security and is available on a monthly subscription basis.
Will poor broadband hinder SMBs moving to the cloud?
Tue, 10th Mar 2020
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uc
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nbn
A new study finds that many Australian SMBs are hindered by inadequate broadband, potentially stalling their move to cloud technologies.
How SMBs can protect themselves, staff from cyber threats
Thu, 27th Feb 2020
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cybersecurity
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wontok
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.
Xero teams up with Vonto and Commonwealth Bank to provide daily data feed
Wed, 5th Feb 2020
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fintech
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financial systems
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xero
Xero partners with Commonwealth Bank-backed Vonto app to provide small businesses with financial insights in daily news feed.
NZ tech companies forecast for rapid expansion in 2020
Wed, 5th Feb 2020
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fintech
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smb
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fintechnz
New Zealand tech companies are set for rapid expansion in 2020, driven by innovation in ecology, industry, and economy, says NZTech chair Mitchell Pham.
Lenovo launches mentorship programme for SMBs
Thu, 26th Dec 2019
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lenovo
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mentorship programme
Lenovo partners with entrepreneur Naomi Simson to launch the ThinkBook Mentorship Programme, offering regional SMBs technology and personalised guidance.
SMBs delaying PC refreshes at great cost
Tue, 17th Dec 2019
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microsoft
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smb
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operating systems
A survey by TechAisle and Microsoft reveals that many New Zealand SMBs stick with outdated PCs, risking high costs, security threats, and inefficiencies.
Why UX is a critical part of technology success for SMBs
Fri, 6th Dec 2019
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crm
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cx
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martech
In the digital age, SMBs must fine-tune UX to meet rising customer expectations for seamless, personalized interactions.
Check Point signs new distributor for Aussie SMB market
Thu, 21st Nov 2019
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cybersecurity
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smb
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check point software
Check Point Software Technologies has partnered with Aria Technologies to distribute its cybersecurity solutions to the Australian SMB market.
Linksys launches new SMB APs and smart switches to ANZ
Wed, 20th Nov 2019
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network infrastructure
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smart home
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wireless networks
Linksys debuts cloud-managed Access Points and Smart Switches in ANZ, providing budget-friendly, business-grade network solutions for SMBs.
OpenText to drop US$1.4B to acquire Carbonite
Tue, 19th Nov 2019
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dr
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cybersecurity
OpenText is set to acquire Carbonite for $1.42bn, bolstering its cloud platforms and end-point security capabilities.
All work, no play: 2degrees survey finds Kiwi SMBs won't take a break
Wed, 6th Nov 2019
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smb
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2degrees
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mental health
‘No holidays please, we’re SMBs’. That’s the sentiment coming from almost 1000 Kiwi small businesses, according to a study by 2degrees.
Adobe extends digital experience portfolio to SMB and mid-market
Tue, 29th Oct 2019
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martech
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open source
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smb
Adobe expands its digital experience offerings to SMB and mid-sized firms, introducing tailored solutions for commerce, marketing, analytics, and e-signatures.
Wakeup call: NZ and Aussie SMBs rate highest globally in ransomware attacks
Fri, 18th Oct 2019
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malware
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ransomware
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partner programmes
New Zealand and Australian SMBs face a cybersecurity crisis, leading the world in reported ransomware attacks, reveals a survey by Datto.
Montoux celebrates growth with new Courtenay Place office
Wed, 9th Oct 2019
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smb
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insurtech
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montoux
Wellington-based insurtech Montoux is celebrating a new era of growth with a new office on Wellington’s bustling Courtenay Place.
ASB launches debit card dedicated solely to business
Thu, 12th Sep 2019
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smb
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debit & credit cards
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banking
ASB launches new Visa Debit card for small businesses, offering functionality of a credit card for in-store, online, and overseas purchases.
Kiwi SMBs owed $7.4 billion in overdue payments
Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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fintech
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financial systems
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xero
New figures from Xero reveal that small businesses in New Zealand are owed NZD 7.4bn ($4.7bn) in overdue payments.