Small Business (SMB) stories - Page 26

New survey in NZ to determine effectiveness of social media for businesses. First of its kind, includes data from four independent companies.

Caution seems to be holding back NZ businesses from innovating, according to Grant Thorton, who has launched an innovation service to help SMBs grow.

SMBs are more intent than ever on investing in cloud services, and there is a real opportunity for operators to form deeper relationships with them.

Xero launches Invoice Reminders and Billable Expenses, aiming to help SMBs streamline cash flow and reduce time spent on admin tasks.

Small businesses are increasingly concerned about internet and electronic security breaches, says SurePayroll survey.

Microsoft NZ has partnered with The Icehouse that will give SMBs the chance to have Icehouse Business Growth Workshops 50% funded by Microsoft.

At Pace is specifically targeted at tradespeople who often need supplies delivered at short notice, NZ Post says.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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