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9 Spokes empowers Kiwi SMBs through Microsoft partnership

Mon, 4th May 2020
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9 Spokes partners with Microsoft to empower New Zealand SMBs via cloud solutions, enhancing their tech capabilities and business insights.
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Lexmark offers SMB/remote-ready printers to partners

Thu, 30th Apr 2020
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Lexmark launches four new printers for Australian and New Zealand resellers, targeting SMBs and remote workers with fast, secure, and compact devices.
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COVID-19: ChristchurchNZ announces $200,000 business support subsidy

Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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The subsidy is being delivered as part of a wider business support package during phase one of a Christchurch Economic Recovery Package.
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How small security teams can benefit from simple attack detection and response

Mon, 6th Apr 2020
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When you have a small, expensive, generalist security team, it is an inefficient use of their time to be chasing down ghosts and false positives.
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Cisco sets sights on SMB market with new product portfolio

Thu, 2nd Apr 2020
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Rolling out from April, the new products are designed to suit the needs of small businesses and Cisco is 'doubling down' on SMB-specialist partners.
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Safety app made free for business to support remote working during COVID-19

Tue, 31st Mar 2020
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Many businesses have turned to remote working as the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic continue to affect the business community.
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HPE launches SMB microserver solution

Thu, 12th Mar 2020
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Includes automation, remote management and in-built security and is available on a monthly subscription basis.
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Will poor broadband hinder SMBs moving to the cloud?

Tue, 10th Mar 2020
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A new study finds that many Australian SMBs are hindered by inadequate broadband, potentially stalling their move to cloud technologies.
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How SMBs can protect themselves, staff from cyber threats

Thu, 27th Feb 2020
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The internet is not getting any safer and cyber threats are evolving every year, making it even more difficult for businesses, especially SMBs, to navigate.
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Xero teams up with Vonto and Commonwealth Bank to provide daily data feed

Wed, 5th Feb 2020
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Xero partners with Commonwealth Bank-backed Vonto app to provide small businesses with financial insights in daily news feed.
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Lenovo launches mentorship programme for SMBs

Thu, 26th Dec 2019
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Lenovo partners with entrepreneur Naomi Simson to launch the ThinkBook Mentorship Programme, offering regional SMBs technology and personalised guidance.
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Why UX is a critical part of technology success for SMBs

Fri, 6th Dec 2019
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In the digital age, SMBs must fine-tune UX to meet rising customer expectations for seamless, personalized interactions.
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Check Point signs new distributor for Aussie SMB market

Thu, 21st Nov 2019
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Check Point Software Technologies has partnered with Aria Technologies to distribute its cybersecurity solutions to the Australian SMB market.
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Linksys launches new SMB APs and smart switches to ANZ

Wed, 20th Nov 2019
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Linksys debuts cloud-managed Access Points and Smart Switches in ANZ, providing budget-friendly, business-grade network solutions for SMBs.
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OpenText to drop US$1.4B to acquire Carbonite

Tue, 19th Nov 2019
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OpenText is set to acquire Carbonite for $1.42bn, bolstering its cloud platforms and end-point security capabilities.
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Adobe extends digital experience portfolio to SMB and mid-market

Tue, 29th Oct 2019
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Adobe expands its digital experience offerings to SMB and mid-sized firms, introducing tailored solutions for commerce, marketing, analytics, and e-signatures.
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Wakeup call: NZ and Aussie SMBs rate highest globally in ransomware attacks

Fri, 18th Oct 2019
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New Zealand and Australian SMBs face a cybersecurity crisis, leading the world in reported ransomware attacks, reveals a survey by Datto.
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Xero data shows SMB growth linked to technology spend

Wed, 11th Sep 2019
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Australian small businesses that increase their investment in technology grow their revenue and create jobs faster than other businesses.
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Small businesses unprepared for the latest wave of scams - Westpac

Wed, 14th Aug 2019
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A report found small businesses are paying a hefty price to scammers; on average losing $38,845 and recovering much less than half.
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Tech better than policy for SMBs, says GoDaddy research

Tue, 13th Aug 2019
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73% of small business owners say they are not likely to lose their jobs or be negatively affected by artificial intelligence (AI) and robots.