In tough times, employers are looking to motivate their employees, and boost staff morale. The latest Newspoll survey has revealed an unlikely source of employee happiness – footy tipping. According to the survey of over 480 full-time workers, 75 percent believe office tipping improves workplace morale, while 69 percent think office tipping is a good […]
The Canadian Australian Chamber of Commerce (CACC) has recently announced a new service, CanAus Connections, helping Australian and Canadian business representatives connect with the business communities of other country. Central to this service is a partnership with Air Canada, the only airline offering a non-stop service between Australia and Canada. Travellers with a business program […]
Dell is offering Australian small businesses an extra fortnight to apply for the Dell Small Business Award, for the chance to win between $US25,000 and $US50,000 in Dell products and services. The Dell Small Business Award is available to small businesses who have demonstrated how information technology has improved their customer service offerings. Entries for […]
Skype has today announced a new version of Skype for SIP (Session Initiation Protocol) for business users. The new corporate communications will allow business owners to access the worldwide Skype community through their business websites. The calls will be received through their existing office system at no cost to the customer. Businesses will also benefit […]
TNS Australia has been recognised as the leading organisation for equal opportunity after being awarded the EOWA Employer of Choice for Women award. TNS was noted for it’s improvement in the outcomes for women, most notably a high female representation on the national Leadership Team. Close to 80 percent of TNS’ national Leadership Team are […]
The NSW Government’s refusal to allow major retailers to trade on Easter Sunday has industry groups up in arms, with the Director of the Sydney Chamber of Commerce, Patricia Forsythe angered that struggling families will not be given the opportunity to earn an extra bit of cash over the Easter break. “Many employees would be […]
The latest Dun & Bradstreet Global Economic & Risk Outlook Report has revealed a collapse in world trade, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region, is putting Australia at risk. The report has revealed that 70 countries have had their their risk rating downgraded in the past six months, including Australia’s key trading partners China, South Korea, […]
Business Incubators are proving to be very popular in tough economic times, providing great value, support and practical advice to businesses when they need it most. A recent publication to come out of the US by National Business Incubation Association has revealed that incubator’s are highly valuable in times of hardship as they: Reduce the […]
Apple is set to add over 100 new features to it’s iPhone and iPod touch, including the ability to cut, copy and paste text, shake the phone to shuffle between songs, record and send voicemail, and send photos over the mobile network via MMS. Apple will also introduce a number of software hooks, allowing developers […]
Australia is making the same mistakes as the US when it comes to the property market, according to economic expert, Professor Steve Keen. As told to the Sunday Telegraph, Professor Keen said that the economic stimulus package, coupled with the first home buyers grant will see thousands of young homeowners risking bankruptcy, when the economy […]
