There's a gap in the market but is there a market for the gap? Here’s how niche businesses can find and maintain a corner of a market while fending off competition. Many niche business owners start out as frustrated consumers, disappointed by the absence of a product or service in the marketplace. But, although there […]
SMEs need to know how to comply with laws that protect personal information. Here’s a guide to crucial clauses. With the evolution of the information age and the constant development of new technologies that enable invasion of privacy on unprecedented levels, privacy law has become one of the fastest growing areas of the law. Changes […]
Ecology versus economy—it doesn’t have to be one or the other. Check out how your business can benefit from, and contribute to a greening marketplace. Your asset, should you choose to protect it, is the ecosystem in which we live. And while you may never have thought of the ecosystem as a business asset, maintaining […]
As every smart business owner will tell you, your business is only as good as your team. We sit down with John Buchanan, former coach of Australia’s most successful cricket team, for his tips on managing a star team. Hailed as a coaching legend, John Buchanan led the Australian cricket team to become the world’s […]
Data security is becoming ever more complex. SMEs can outsource their security issues to experts who can come up with solutions to suit their budget. Advancing technology is a double-edged sword. On the one hand you have more sophisticated tools for doing business and you can operate globally with relative ease. On the flip side, […]
Managing a fleet of cars goes beyond just the car itself. We sift through some of the tools needed to build an efficient fleet, and save on the price. Fleet management is not easy for small and medium businesses, especially when competing with the big end of town. But tools such as electronic logbooks, driver […]
A helping hand is on the way for Victorian exporters. The Brumby Government has announced a grant to be used for increasing exports. “This program will be targeted to help 10 small to medium-sized manufacturing and service-based businesses to expand, particularly through exports,” says Victorian Small Business Minister, Joe Helper. “It is increasing export capacity […]
Federal Government departments and agencies will be required to pay small business suppliers within 30 days, according to AAP reports. This is nearly half the current payment period. Small Business Minister, Craig Emerson, said penalties and interest will apply to late payers. “We will legislate for this in due course,” he says. The move aims […]
The internet doesn’t distinguish between companies at the big end of town or 20-person enterprises. Web threats demand attention from organisations of all sizes. According to analyst firm Yankee Group*, many mid-sized organisations are struggling with the security basics, while threats have become more sophisticated, launching attacks such as identity and data theft. Counting on […]
These days, most businesses have a website and understand the importance of being online, but many are asking how to get the most out of their investment. It’s one thing to have a website, but it’s a challenge ensure your customers can find it when searching for your products or services online. Having previously worked […]
