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A dangerous game of hide and seek

A recent report by Sophos shows that cybercrooks are hiding (or dwelling) in the networks of smaller businesses for much longer than their larger counterparts.

By John Donovan • 4 min read • Mon, 31st Oct 2022

Small Business

Kaspersky highlights worrying security trend with SMBs

24% of companies with 50-999 employees are considering using pirated software to cut IT costs, warns Kaspersky report.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 27th Oct 2022

Supply Chain

SMBs embrace new tech but fail to invest in security - study

The survey revealed that, while SMBs understand the need to invest in technology in the world of hybrid working, many fail to prioritise security.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 12th Oct 2022

Fintech

MYOB provides efficiency boost with new inventory solution

Premium Inventory is an integrated solution that helps goods-based businesses improve efficiency, reduce costs and increase cashflow.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 4th Oct 2022

Government

Digital Boost Alliance celebrates one year of digital acceleration in Aotearoa

The Digital Boost Alliance is a joint public-private initiative that supports the uptake of digital tools for small businesses, communities, and individuals.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Sep 2022

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

FirstWave responds to SMB demand for better cybersecurity

FirstWave developed the CyberCision Open Security Management Platform to respond to SMBs 'urgent' need for comprehensive cyber protection.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd Aug 2022

Partner Programmes

Cisco launches new Service Provider partner programme

Cisco has launched a new Webex Wholesale Route-to-Market (RTM) for Service Provider partners to address the evolving needs of SMBs.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Jul 2022

Data Protection

How secure is accounting software data in Aotearoa?

A recent Xero study found ICT spending for NZ businesses has increased 25% compared to pre-pandemic levels, so how safe is accounting software?.

By Zach Thompson • 6 min read • Wed, 6th Jul 2022

Data Analytics

Plume board expansion with tech veterans

Salesforce founding board member Magdalena Yesil, former Medallia exec Roxanne Oulman, and ex-Comcast CTO Tony Werner join Plume's board of directors.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 10th Jun 2022

Cybersecurity

Trojan cyber attacks hitting SMBs harder than ever - Kaspersky

In 2022 the number of Trojan-PSW detections increased by almost a quarter compared to the same period in 2021 to reach 4,003,323.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd May 2022

EduTech

IT teams called on to make work flexible and hybrid

The next wave of work is necessary as IT teams must re-evaluate the tools they need to meet flexible work demands while balancing a complex workload.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Wed, 4th May 2022

Data Analytics

Xero unveils small business comprehensive subscription plan

Xero has announced a new comprehensive subscription plan to meet the growing needs of small businesses to be rolled out across ANZ in the coming months.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd May 2022

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Data Analytics

COVID-19 relief innovation takes 2022 SAS Hackathon crown

In COVID-19's wake, more than 287,000 MSMEs joined JakPreneur, a collaborative government platform that links entrepreneurs and stakeholders.

By Nadine Rogers • 3 min read • Thu, 29th Sep 2022

Small Business

Komo appoints Niel Isdale as chief revenue officer

Niel Isdale has assumed the newly created role of chief revenue officer, with responsibility across marketing, sales, customer success and revenue operations.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 19th Aug 2022