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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
January promises rise in ransomware, Business Australia offers 7 top tips
Malware

January promises rise in ransomware, Business Australia offers 7 top tips

Experts warn of rising cyber attacks in Australia as January becomes a prime time for ransomware attacks. Small businesses urged to be prepared.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Fri, 7th 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
NETGEAR expands Australia and New Zealand portfolio with new access points
Unified Communications

NETGEAR expands Australia and New Zealand portfolio with new access points

NETGEAR has announced its new range of WiFi 6 Access points: WAX202, WAX206, WAX214 and WAX218, which are now available in Australia and New Zealand.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 9th 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
Digital hesitancy holding back NZ business - report
Fintech

Digital hesitancy holding back NZ business - report

New technology adoption can lead to higher revenue and productivity for small businesses, but hesitance is holding them back, according to Xero.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 22nd Nov 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams — an introduction to SmartEncrypt by rhipe
Software-as-a-Service

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams — an introduction to SmartEncrypt by rhipe

emt Distribution, a rhipe company, offers SmartEncrypt by rhipe, an enterprise-grade file encryption software as a solution in Asia Pacific.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Tue, 9th Nov 2021
Small business owners not comfortable using cloud services
Public Cloud

Small business owners not comfortable using cloud services

Despite the popularity of the cloud, there are still people who do not trust putting the entirety of their information and files on there.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 5th Nov 2021
Solving the server puzzle: Making the 'workloads' work for you
EduTech

Solving the server puzzle: Making the 'workloads' work for you

HPE's ProLiant MicroServer Gen 10 Plus offers an affordable solution for SMBs struggling with server performance.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 4th Nov 2021
Disgruntled employees pose one of the greatest cybersecurity risks
Human Capital Management

Disgruntled employees pose one of the greatest cybersecurity risks

UNIFY Solutions finds disgruntled former employees pose one of the greatest cybersecurity risks to businesses of all sizes.

By Ryan Morris-Reade • 3 min read • Tue, 2nd Nov 2021

Stories from Other Regions

Small Business (SMB) stories

Cybercriminals adopt con-artist tactics to trick unsuspecting Kiwis
Email Security

Cybercriminals adopt con-artist tactics to trick unsuspecting Kiwis

Cybercriminals in New Zealand are blending cyberattacks with old-school con tactics, posing as bank fraud teams and duping Kiwis into revealing personal data.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Fri, 24th Dec 2021
How to prepare your business for the end of year surge
Human Capital Management

How to prepare your business for the end of year surge

Small firms can avoid a holiday cash squeeze by chasing invoices early, boosting stock and hiring staff before demand peaks.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 5th Dec 2021
CCNZ names incoming Chief Executive
Sustainability

CCNZ names incoming Chief Executive

The civil construction lobby will have a new voice on training, immigration and safety when Alan Pollard takes over as Chief Executive in January.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Sun, 5th Dec 2021
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams — Who is Security Centric?
Firewalls

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams — Who is Security Centric?

Security Centric: An Australian-based infosec consulting firm specializing in managing cybersecurity risks. We chat with principal Sash Vasilevski.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Tue, 23rd Nov 2021
Construction and manufacturing top industries hit by ransomware
Data Protection

Construction and manufacturing top industries hit by ransomware

Construction and manufacturing firms face the highest ransomware risk, as attacks cost businesses millions and can halt operations.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 17th Nov 2021
68% of Aussie employees fear a cyber attack, new report finds
Malware

68% of Aussie employees fear a cyber attack, new report finds

60% increase in ransomware attacks on Australian businesses, with 68% of employees believing their organization is vulnerable to an attack, says report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 10th Nov 2021
Vodafone commits to SMEs, joins Digital Boost Alliance Aotearoa
Partner Programmes

Vodafone commits to SMEs, joins Digital Boost Alliance Aotearoa

Vodafone NZ joins Digital Boost Alliance Aotearoa to support SMEs with digital solutions, including its Vodafone One Business Mobile product.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Nov 2021