Known for its cultural and scenic diversity, South Africa is an ideal travel destination. Now, in a booming economy, Australian exporters are finding gold at the end of this African rainbow. Nukte Ogun reports. Post-apartheid South Africa’s economic upswing has been remarkable. Following years of economic isolation, South Africa’s financial market has become Africa’s […]
Our services export industry is booming. Joe Parkes takes in a statistical overview and looks at some of the big deals our exporters are cutting in overseas markets. They are Hollywood stars, teachers in India, environmentalists in Vietnam, cinema chain operators in South America, forensics technologists at Scotland Yard, health specialists in Europe, Olympics planners […]
As awareness about ethical products and services grows, it’s becoming harder for companies to hide practices that don’t fit with consumer expectations. Domini Stuart reports Doing business at a distance will always present practical challenges. Every international trader has to negotiate issues around currency, transport, representation and distribution. Increasingly, exporters and importers also have to […]
For all you need to own to keep your business on the right track. The Right Touch Get up close and personal with Hewlett-Packard’s new notebook PC. Featuring touch screen technology, the Pavilion tx1000 Entertainment Notebook PC is designed to maximise the usability of Microsoft Windows Vista. And with its rotating, 12.1-inch screen, it can […]
Once your business has outgrown its home or serviced office, the choice to lease or buy a commercial property will be crucial. Rebecca Spicer weighs the options, taking into account financial and practical considerations. Whether you’re starting out or looking to relocate, the decision to buy or lease commercial property in the area you’ve chosen […]
Getting extra cash into your business can mean anything from a quick top-up from your bank, to involving investors and taking the business to another level. Cameron Bayley considers cash injection options. It’s a common SME roadblock: the time is ripe for some extra staff, new equipment or perhaps a change of premises for your […]
Getting extra cash into your business can mean anything from a quick top-up from your bank, to involving investors and taking the business to another level. Cameron Bayley considers cash injection options. It’s a common SME roadblock: the time is ripe for some extra staff, new equipment or perhaps a change of premises for your […]
Selling your business can be a minefield for the unprepared. Deborah Chew takes us through the contractual and legal issues – The first question a business owner should ask when thinking about selling their business is, what exactly do I want to sell? If your business is conducted by sole traders, by a family trust […]
What’s the difference between a manager and an entrepreneur? Cameron Cooper takes notes from high flyers, and finds strange contradictions in stats ranking Australia’s place in the entrepreneurial world. As a confessed "serial entrepreneur", Liesl Capper knows what it takes to succeed in business. Oomph. "Your energy as an entrepreneur is the most precious thing […]
There are many different ways to protect your business from the unexpected – Howard Coleman examines the ‘what if’ questions all business owners need to consider. Insurance is part of the risk management strategy of any business. In this article we will look at how life insurances may be considered as part of the risk management […]
