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GoCardless appoints Jolawn Victor as Chief Growth Officer
Fintech

GoCardless appoints Jolawn Victor as Chief Growth Officer

GoCardless has appointed Jolawn Victor as Chief Growth Officer, leveraging her vast experience in tech and growth marketing to support its global expansion.

By Imee Dequito • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
Piwik PRO expands analytics offer to support SMEs' data needs
Data Analytics

Piwik PRO expands analytics offer to support SMEs' data needs

Piwik PRO broadens its privacy-compliant analytics suite, making it accessible for SMEs with new pricing and enhanced features to unlock value from their data.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Wed, 15th May 2024
HAT Distribution partners with CyberSmart to bolster Australian SME cyber safety
Risk & Compliance

HAT Distribution partners with CyberSmart to bolster Australian SME cyber safety

HAT Distribution partners with UK's leading cybersecurity provider, CyberSmart, to simplify cybersecurity assessments and bolster defences for Australian small businesses amid increasing cyber crime incidents.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 14th May 2024
MYOB updates platform for easier SMB user experience
Fintech

MYOB updates platform for easier SMB user experience

MYOB has updated its business management platform to simplify navigation for small-to-medium businesses, enhancing usability.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024
ConnectWise integrates with Microsoft Defender to support MSPs
Endpoint Protection

ConnectWise integrates with Microsoft Defender to support MSPs

ConnectWise integrates Microsoft Defender for Business into its platforms, aiming to automate threat response and boost cybersecurity for managed service providers (MSPs).

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024
ServiceSeeking joins ConnectID for enhanced online security for SMEs
Data Privacy

ServiceSeeking joins ConnectID for enhanced online security for SMEs

ServiceSeeking teams with ConnectID to boost online protection for SMEs via reliable identity verification, curbing fraud risks and fostering a trusted ecosystem.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
GoCardless & Intuit QuickBooks target late payments for Aussie SMBs
Payment Technologies

GoCardless & Intuit QuickBooks target late payments for Aussie SMBs

GoCardless and Intuit QuickBooks launch an integration for Australian SMBs to enable automatic collection and reconciliation of payments.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024
Nearly half of Australian SMEs project dip in turnover
Fintech

Nearly half of Australian SMEs project dip in turnover

Australia's SMEs foresee a drop in turnover by year-end, while Prospa and Xero partner to ease financial administrative tasks for these businesses.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 25th Apr 2024

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AI, skills gaps, security and startups: Tech experts react to 24-25 fed budget
Generative AI

AI, skills gaps, security and startups: Tech experts react to 24-25 fed budget

AI, cybersecurity, and tech skills dominate the 2024—25 Federal Budget, but experts say more support for startups is essential for long-term innovation.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 16th May 2024
SMEs seek cost reduction & support in upcoming budget
Productivity

SMEs seek cost reduction & support in upcoming budget

SMEs are prioritising cost reduction and procedural support as key expectations from the upcoming budget, according to MYOB's latest survey data.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 16th May 2024
Australian SMEs risk efficiency due to slow tech adoption
Artificial Intelligence

Australian SMEs risk efficiency due to slow tech adoption

Australian SMEs risk falling behind in the ever-evolving tech landscape due to reluctance in adopting digital technologies.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 2nd May 2024
Localsearch pioneers Australian SMB support with nationwide expansion
Google

Localsearch pioneers Australian SMB support with nationwide expansion

Localsearch, Australian digital innovation company, expands nationwide in response to a 28% rise in interstate demand from small businesses for its AI-powered marketing solutions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 1st May 2024
Intelliworx urges government to boost SME cybersecurity in budget
Multi-factor authentication

Intelliworx urges government to boost SME cybersecurity in budget

Intelliworx is urging the Australian Federal Government to bolster cybersecurity measures and funding support in the forthcoming budget.

By Tom Raynel • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024
Singapore SMEs less aware of cyber threats but AI impact recognised
Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Singapore SMEs less aware of cyber threats but AI impact recognised

A recent QBE Singapore survey has indicated a decline in awareness of cyber threats among Singaporean SMEs, down 10% in a year, while AI's productivity influence is recognised, despite job replacement fears.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024
Demica & Jardine Norton team up to boost UK SME financing
Supply Chain

Demica & Jardine Norton team up to boost UK SME financing

London-based finance provider Demica partners with trade finance firm Jardine Norton, backing an increased financing facility of up to GBP £200 million to aid the growth of UK SMEs and double its financed portfolio.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 30th Apr 2024
CompliantERP tops as 2024 Australian IT Small Business Champion
Risk & Compliance

CompliantERP tops as 2024 Australian IT Small Business Champion

Brisbane's CompliantERP has been hailed as the 2024 Australian Small Business Champion in Information Technology, underscoring their dedication to innovation and excellence within the sector.

By Sean Mitchell • 2 min read • Fri, 26th Apr 2024
Employment Hero's automated payroll to revolutionise Australian SMEs
Human Capital Management

Employment Hero's automated payroll to revolutionise Australian SMEs

Employment Hero acquires Employment Innovations and announces the creation of the world's first fully automated payroll process, which could save Australian SMEs as much as 80% in payroll admin time.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Apr 2024
CompliantERP wins 2024 Australian Small Business Champion award
Risk & Compliance

CompliantERP wins 2024 Australian Small Business Champion award

CompliantERP has received the prestigious title of 2024 Australian Small Business Champion in Information Technology, signifying its commitment to providing innovative IT solutions.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Tue, 23rd Apr 2024