#Cloud Technology
How businesses can lower data security risks in hybrid working environments
Hybrid working has not only changed the way employees and businesses operate, it has major implications on the security dynamic…
Agility: a business strategy
Byline: Brad Newton, DocuSign, VP APAC We’re in the midst of the fourth industrial revolution, marked by extraordinary technological advances. For businesses it can sometimes feel like a bumpy road, but you really can do more than just hold on for the ride. Through economic downturn, industry upheaval, changing customer preferences or technological transformation, businesses […]
Three questions to ask before using new tech
Byline: Michael Chetner, Head of Asia Pacific, Zoom Video Communications While small to medium sized businesses (SMBs) make an important contribution to Australia’s economy, they are constantly under pressure to stand out in a crowded and competitive marketplace. This pressure is further heightened as SMBs don’t only compete amongst themselves but have to contend against […]
Sydney startup’s new cloud technology saves time and money
Sydney startup VAPAR has developed a new cloud platform technology that will save local Council engineers time and money. Founded by civil engineer Amanda Siqueira and mechatronic engineer Michelle Aguilar, VAPAR is transforming the way Australian councils maintain their stormwater and sewerage assets thanks to a $25,000 Minimum Viable Product Grant from Jobs for NSW. […]
The cloud: need-to knows before going all-in
Cloud computing has been quickly adopted by businesses of all sizes, keen to take advantage of flexibility, elasticity, simplicity and cost savings. Yet, for many small and mid-sized businesses, a range of factors could mean shifting technology components to the cloud may not deliver all the expected benefits. Cloud proponents point to reduced IT complexity […]
Prevention better than cure – three ways to approach the Notifiable Data Breaches scheme
Security is an ever-increasing threat for organisations and individuals and with the introduction of the Notifiable Data Breaches Scheme (NDB) on Thursday (22 February), data security is now firmly on the agenda of businesses across Australia. While the scheme applies specifically to Australian businesses that have an annual turnover of more than three million […]
Top five tips to running your business remotely
There’s nothing more rewarding than running your own business. However, many small business owners will tell you they find it difficult to take time off. Unless you have 100% confidence in your staff to manage things without you, it can be tempting to always be around, sacrificing your personal time to keep the business running. […]
Still not using cloud? 5 benefits that will change your mind
We often hear about entrepreneurs launching exciting new tech businesses across the country, but the Australian economy is still largely driven by many successful, long-running businesses that were born long before phones came without cords, and it was possible to operate entirely “in the cloud.” Cloud technology, and the hype around it has left many […]
Freeing your workers from their desks
Advances in technology and cloud computing have made working from anywhere possible. Recent tax amendments in the latest federal budget have also incentivised this, allowing businesses to give their staff all the equipment they need to be truly mobile.
Tips to grow your business in the Cloud
Each provider may vary in quality and infrastructure, so it important to take the time to do your research before handing over your precious cash.
Five things to look for in a cloud partner
Being able to deliver the best cloud service, at the lowest cost with high reliability and guaranteed security is not as simple as packing up your servers and shifting them to a data centre.
5 cloud computing security tips for small businesses
Here are 5 key measures every small business should take to ensure that their data stored in the cloud is secured against leakage or attacks.
The future of Cloud Computing and its impact on small business
What started out as an experimental technology has quickly grown into its own industry with a large variety of providers each offering their services and products to a growing customer base.
Adobe Document Cloud integrates free e-signing
Adobe has introduced Adobe Document Cloud following up Creative Cloud and Marketing Cloud with a service integrating free e-signing as part of its solution.
Fast-tracking your business on the Cloud the right way
Switching to the Cloud can be daunting and you will most likely have many questions. Where do you start? How do you organise the migration? What will the impact be on your business? Where can you get help? Who can you trust?
Australia forecast to spend $1.7 billion on cloud services by 2018
Australians are forecast to spend $1.7 billion on cloud services in 2018, according to a new report by the International Data Corporation (IDC).
Tradies move to the cloud
Forget the stereotypical image of a plumber or electrician you have in mind – these days tradies are getting technical.
Cloud accounting and business advice lead to success
Two years ago, cloud accounting was still very new to many accountants and most didn’t even know that it existed.
Avoiding pitfalls on the productivity path to the cloud
Cloud providers can offer more flexible services at a cheaper price than most enterprises can achieve by amortising their equipment and maintenance costs over a large number of customers.
Cloud gives SMEs new possibilities for growth
Today’s customers expect to engage with brands on their terms: they want to call their bank, write on their mobile service provider’s Facebook wall and SMS their insurance company when it suits them.
SMBs losing billions due to ineffective IT management
New study reveals SMBs are losing over $24 billion in productivity every year, due to non-technical employees having to manage a company’s IT solutions.
Adaptive Planning introduces new product
Adaptive Planning, global cloud-based business analytics solutions provider, recently announced the introduction of Adaptive Consolidation, a new integrated cloud-based solution for comprehensive close-and-disclose financial consolidations and analysis.
Making the Cloud work for your business
One strategy doesn’t fit all. Here are seven areas in which cloud computing can benefit both your customers and your profits.
How Cloud empowers SMBs
This is the decade of The Cloud. Cloud is the most transformational force shaping business today. It breaks down geographic barriers and allows every small business to address a much larger market and become a multinational.