But once you realise you need software to help you, how do you go about finding the right solution? Here are my top 7 tips to help you make the right choice. 1. What do you want to achieve with business software? We progress and achieve great things by facilitating and embracing change. However, change […]

Xero Gravity: Small business cyber security: the good, bad & funny
- Xero
- Technology
Keep in mind that viruses aren’t the only intruders trying to make a home in your business’ virtual systems. Cyber criminals are getting smarter, and a lot more creative. They organize phishing scams trying to get to your sensitive data, and will even hold all of your business files hostage until you agree to pay […]

3 Simple signs your business is ready for a payments platform
- SimPRO
- Technology
Collecting payments earlier to help manage your cashflow is one of the most important aspects of any business. This is one area where technology can make a huge difference. So what are the signs that you should consider an integrated payments platform like simPRO Payments? 1. Escalating debt or administration costs If chasing late payments […]

Four signs it’s time to systemise your staff roster
- GoRoster
- Technology
To be successful in business, you need to be organised, have a clear plan for where you’re headed and be confident with the processes you have in place. When it comes to managing staff, it’s important to have great rostering practices. If you find yourself struggling through workflow processes week to week on an ad […]

Understanding the Cosmetic Industry’s Supply Chain
- Unleashed
- Technology
They must employ a multi-step logistics function to manage retailer requirements to help overcome the challenges caused by supply and demand inherent in the cosmetic industry. Supply Chain Fundamentals Due to the nature of cosmetics, their consumers are persuaded by demanding products that are hot today, that may go out of fashion tomorrow. We see […]

What mobile business owners need to know about the cloud
- GeoOp
- Productivity, Technology
MyCloudCure began in New Hampshire as MC Computer in 2012, doing remote technical support for major retailers. It soon added managed IT services, website design/hosting solutions and mobile app development to its portfolio, and became a “one-stop” IT shop for businesses using the cloud. Late last year, MyCloudCure formed a partnership with GeoOp to assist […]

What startups can learn from this year’s major tech deals
- Xero
- Technology
I recently penned an article for Inc. where I explored how startups can learn from this year’s major tech deals. Here are some of the lessons I have taken away. Don’t rely on one great idea Every business has to start somewhere. Michael Dell started computer company Dell in his college dorm room when he […]

What’s Brewing in the Future of Coffee?
- Unleashed
- Technology
However, it seems growth is still happening and even in 2017, over half of the US population consume some form of coffee daily. So where exactly is coffee headed? RTDs A growing trend is the ready-to drink beverages (RTDs) which boast a surprising authenticity and quality. Perhaps it is our consumer-driven society where everything is […]

3 Key Trends That Will Drive Business Success in FY 2019
- Unleashed
- Technology
As some of us begin a new financial year, it’s time to reflect on trends from the year that’s been. The 2018 financial year continued the dramatic trend of change that small and medium sized businesses have been experiencing for the last few years. If the last few years are anything to go by, the […]

Action Planning for client success
- Spotlight
- Technology
I’m delighted that our new Action Plan release featuring visual goal tiles, progress-trackers and due dates is now live – bringing this great combination back together again! True advisors don’t just talk about the numbers, they set goals with clients and work alongside them to see the actions achieved so that goals are realised. Setting […]