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New Zealand SMEs targeted in cyber attacks - study
Fintech

New Zealand SMEs targeted in cyber attacks - study

Nearly a quarter of New Zealand small and medium-sized businesses have been victims of cyber attacks, with phishing attacks being the most common form.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Tue, 29th Jun 2021
Planning pays off with construction software
Software-as-a-Service

Planning pays off with construction software

Construction firms risk wasting software spend unless they map workflows, win staff buy-in and phase rollouts to prove time and cost savings.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Thu, 27th May 2021
SMEs adapt to life after the COVID-19 outbreak, continue to explore new tech
Fintech

SMEs adapt to life after the COVID-19 outbreak, continue to explore new tech

Almost half of New Zealand SMEs have explored new technology to adapt to challenges this year, says MYOB report.

By Catherine Knowles • 5 min read • Thu, 8th Apr 2021

Global Stories

Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) stories

E-signature software use in small to medium businesses on the rise
Supply Chain

E-signature software use in small to medium businesses on the rise

According to new research, global e-signature software usage in small to medium businesses (SMEs) is set to grow by 30% over the next five years.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 13th Jan 2022
AI-driven cybersecurity company Cybots ANZ hires new direct sales channel manager
Artificial Intelligence

AI-driven cybersecurity company Cybots ANZ hires new direct sales channel manager

AI-driven cybersecurity company Cybots has announced the appointment of David Toniazzo as its new direct sales channel manager.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 23rd Dec 2021
Sydney startup Metigy announces global expansion to assists SMEs with digital marketing
Marketing Technologies

Sydney startup Metigy announces global expansion to assists SMEs with digital marketing

Sydney based AI marketing startup Metigy has expanded its reach to the USA and Singapore, as COVID-19 continues to drive SMEs to digital marketing globally.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 16th Dec 2021
Cybots launches AI-driven cybersecurity in ANZ region
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Cybots launches AI-driven cybersecurity in ANZ region

Cybots, an AI-driven cybersecurity company, is entering the Australian and New Zealand market to help SMEs combat cyber crime.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Nov 2021
Remote work leaving businesses exposed to cyber attack
Hybrid & Remote Work

Remote work leaving businesses exposed to cyber attack

Remote working is increasing cyber security risks for SMEs, with infrastructure left unmonitored and data vulnerable, according to ServerChoices research.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 20th Oct 2021
Cybercriminals exploiting SMEs as remote working continues
Hybrid & Remote Work

Cybercriminals exploiting SMEs as remote working continues

Industries need to ensure their infrastructure is regularly monitored and maintained to avoid being compromised by malicious actors.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 12th Oct 2021
Remote working causes significant cybersecurity risks for SMEs
Malware

Remote working causes significant cybersecurity risks for SMEs

Remote working is increasing cybersecurity risks for SMEs, leaving infrastructure unmonitored & business data vulnerable, says ServerChoice research.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Thu, 7th Oct 2021
WatchGuard brings new unified threat management appliances to SMEs
Firewalls

WatchGuard brings new unified threat management appliances to SMEs

WatchGuard Technologies has launched its new Firebox M290, M390, M590, and M690 firewalls, offering increased security and performance for SMBs.

By Catherine Knowles • 2 min read • Thu, 7th Oct 2021
SMEs face growing security risks thanks to remote working
Data Analytics

SMEs face growing security risks thanks to remote working

Remote working is increasing cybersecurity risks for SMEs, with infrastructure left unmonitored and business data vulnerable, says ServerChoice.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 6th Oct 2021
Xero launches new AI-powered forecasting and planning tools
Fintech

Xero launches new AI-powered forecasting and planning tools

The tools combine cash flow forecasting and advanced predictions, and are a 'culmination of rigorous testing and development with the broader Xero community'.

By Staff Writer • 3 min read • Wed, 14th Jul 2021
SMEs feeling economic pinch turning to innovative tech platforms to save cash
Marketing Technologies

SMEs feeling economic pinch turning to innovative tech platforms to save cash

SMEs turn to innovative tech platforms, like Rush, to save money on deliveries amid economic pressures, says managing director Mike Farquharson.

By Shannon Williams • 2 min read • Thu, 10th Jun 2021
Old headaches return for SMEs as pandemic pressure subsides
COVID-19

Old headaches return for SMEs as pandemic pressure subsides

Past business pressures are returning to small and medium sized enterprises as the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic begin to subside.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 8th Jun 2021
COVID-19, complexity and competition driving upswing in SME digitalisation
Fintech

COVID-19, complexity and competition driving upswing in SME digitalisation

COVID-19 and the fear of falling behind competitors has driven New Zealand SMEs to embrace digital tools, says MYOB research.

By Shannon Williams • 5 min read • Wed, 31st Mar 2021
Microsoft Exchange breach a wake-up call to ditch the server
DataCentre infrastructure

Microsoft Exchange breach a wake-up call to ditch the server

Microsoft Exchange breach prompts small and medium enterprises in New Zealand to ditch their servers, says IT services director.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 31st Mar 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is vcita?
Software-as-a-Service

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is vcita?

vcita is a software platform for small business management that has a strong value proposition around helping micropreneurs to get paid for their services.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Wed, 3rd Mar 2021