Business technology
With business technology changing so rapidly it can be hard to keep up-to-date with the latest developments. In this section, we provide straightforward, easy to understand articles about online business tools and other business technology. From choosing a customer relationship management system or an inventory management system to app development, computer and software security and data backups, you are sure to find something useful for your small business in this section. Check out our step-by-step course to solo success.
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Tech news Wednesday: Bunnings wants to cut Amazon’s grass
Don't stick your head in the sand! StartUp Daily editor Simon Thomsen's top 4 tech news stories will keep you informed.
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Tech news Tuesday: Including, why it no longer works for WeWork
Don't stick your head in the sand! StartUp Daily editor Simon Thomsen's top 4 tech news stories will keep you informed.
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Warning: These Google Play apps could be fakes used to steal your data
Australian researchers have found more than 2000 potentially fake apps on Google Play that hackers are using as trojan horses to steal personal information from users.
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8 simple cyber security tips for small business owners
While having a personal IT guru is out of reach for most of us, your data will thank you for following these simple cyber security tips.
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What is THE worst thing that can happen to your business EVER?
There are likely a few answers to this question and I have to preface this by saying I hope this helps business owners that this happens to. (And warning: it is a small rant of frustration!)
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Optimise your small business IT needs with a service solution
Just as the total expense of running your car extends well beyond the cost of the vehicle itself (alas), when you operate a fleet of PCs in your SMB, you incur an expense much greater than the cost of the computers themselves writes Josh Jennings.
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Web maintenance fees
I really enjoyed the article about web maintenance/ updates, hosting etc..., I would very much like to get an idea of what hosting and website maintenance should…
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How to protect your small business from cyber attacks
You might think a cybercriminal is more drawn to the pay-dirt of a Fortune 500 company than your business but don’t be fooled. According to the Norton SMB Cyber Security Survey 2017, one in four Australian SMBs experienced a cyber attack in 2017.
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What coding taught me about business success
Always gain feedback from your customer before launching your product or service, writes Nathan Airey.
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The 5 essential tools of the 21st century road warrior
With today’s telecommuting technologies packing more smarts and speed than ever, it’s a good time to be a mobile SMB professional, writes Josh Jennings.
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6 hacks to improve your small businesses’ productivity
SMEs have access to a burgeoning surplus of tech products and services designed to improve productivity today. So much so that it feels easier to draw up a long list of favourites than it does whittle that down to a short one.
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Why your small business needs a cyber security plan
Some of the research into Australian small business indicates owners’ endeavours to stifle cyber threats are promising. 2017 Norton research into Australian SMBs shows they are intensifying their cybersecurity vigilance through Internet security sign-ups. But we're still underprepared, writes Josh Jennings.
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5 simple ways to protect yourself from cyber threats
A dodgy website plugin brought the reality of cyber threats close to home for Lisa McAully. Here’s how to protect yourself.
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Square POS and Online Store (squarespace?)
Hi David, ECWID could be a good option as they have integrations for Square POS, Squarespace and WIX (another good option worth looking into). ECWID is great for…
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5 reasons why upgrading your tech is good for business
Digital transformation is forging new pathways for small business owners. By arming themselves with the right tech, SMBs can not only improve efficiencies but rise above the competition. Here are our top five reasons why your business should consider upgrading your tech.
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5 steps to setting up an online business in Australia
Setting up an online business is not a quick and easy task that you can do in a weekend, or even a week. It takes planning, time and dedication. There is a lot you need to know BEFORE you get going to avoid expensive errors and wasting your time and money.
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Mobile phone etiquette
It’s my observation that shortly after the mobile phone was introduced to society, we rewrote the book on manners. Here are seven things about mobile phone etiquette that really set me off:
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5 essential rules of app development (I learned the hard way)
Don’t make the same mistakes I did when developing your app; these five rules for the app development process will save you time and money.
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Video is booming! 6 ways to make it work for your business
Rapid advances in fast, light and powerful devices, combined with high-speed mobile connectivity has transformed the way people consume and create video. For business owners and marketers, video is too hot to ignore, and it’s here to stay.
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Keep your business safe with smarter hardware
In recent years, some of the world’s leading organisations have been crippled by large scale cyber-attacks. But if you think small businesses are safe from attack, it’s time to think again.
