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HP appointed national ambassador for cyber resilience group
Smart Home

HP appointed national ambassador for cyber resilience group

HP has been named a National Ambassador for the National Cyber Resilience Centre Group, supporting cybersecurity for UK SMEs.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 4th Oct 2024
Why affiliate programmes aren't just for big businesses
Marketing Technologies

Why affiliate programmes aren't just for big businesses

Even small enterprises can now leverage affiliate programmes, thanks to evolving tech and referral software, making this cost-effective strategy accessible to all.

By Kirsty Sharman • 5 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Packing errors could elevate shipping costs by up to 150%
Supply Chain

Packing errors could elevate shipping costs by up to 150%

Interparcel CEO Steve Zammit warns that common packing errors could inflate shipping costs by 150%, urging SMEs to optimise processes amid rising surcharges.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Flotilla introduces new tech to aid SMEs in sustainability drive
Digital Transformation

Flotilla introduces new tech to aid SMEs in sustainability drive

Flotilla launches new tech solution suite to aid SMEs in sustainable transformation, focusing on efficient scope 3 carbon data collection and ESG compliance.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
UK postal service fees to rise in 2024, hitting SMEs hardest
eCommerce

UK postal service fees to rise in 2024, hitting SMEs hardest

The UK postal service fees will increase in 2024, with significant hikes from USP and Parcelforce. SMEs, heavily reliant on affordable shipping, face the brunt.

By Shannon Williams • 4 min read • Tue, 24th Sep 2024
Shire Leasing launches new Tech Finance division for SMEs
Investment

Shire Leasing launches new Tech Finance division for SMEs

Shire Leasing launches a technology finance division to help small and medium businesses access financial solutions for IT investments.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Sep 2024
The GRC Group acquires Pentest People to expand cyber division
Incident Response

The GRC Group acquires Pentest People to expand cyber division

The GRC Group has acquired cyber-security firm Pentest People to bolster its cyber security division, enhancing services for over 3,000 clients globally.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024
MoD partners with Constellia to revamp SME defence procurement
Digital Transformation

MoD partners with Constellia to revamp SME defence procurement

The Ministry of Defence partners with Constellia to implement the NVFI framework, aiming to ease SME access to defence contracts and boost innovation in procurement.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Thu, 5th Sep 2024
Warehow secures £2.1 million in Series A funding round
eBay

Warehow secures £2.1 million in Series A funding round

eCommerce fulfilment specialist Warehow has raised £2.1 million in Series A funding, led by the Midlands Engine Investment Fund II and Mercia Ventures.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024

Global Stories

Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) stories

BlackBerry & Dicker Data announce new cybersecurity partnership
Cybersecurity

BlackBerry & Dicker Data announce new cybersecurity partnership

BlackBerry teams up with Dicker Data to enhance AI-driven cybersecurity solutions across Australia and New Zealand, addressing growing regional cyber threats.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 3rd Sep 2024

Stories from Other Regions

Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) stories

Survey reveals Australian SMEs prefer banks for foreign payments
OFX

Survey reveals Australian SMEs prefer banks for foreign payments

A survey reveals that 62% of Australian SMEs use big banks for international trade, ignoring high fees and exchange mark-ups despite cheaper fintech options.

By Kaleah Salmon • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Sep 2024
Digital Matter unveils affordable Barra Core for Australian SMEs
Amazon

Digital Matter unveils affordable Barra Core for Australian SMEs

Australian SMEs can now benefit from the cost-effective Barra Core tracker by Digital Matter, offering advanced indoor and outdoor asset tracking.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
Most Aussie SMEs overpay for international money transfers
OFX

Most Aussie SMEs overpay for international money transfers

Study reveals 62% of Australian SMEs use the big four banks for international trade, despite higher fees and exchange rate mark-ups.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 26th Sep 2024
EnterpriseSG & Google Cloud push AI innovation in Singapore
AI Models

EnterpriseSG & Google Cloud push AI innovation in Singapore

EnterpriseSG and Google Cloud launch initiatives to boost AI adoption among Singaporean startups and SMEs, with benefits including USD $350,000 in credits and Gemini tools.

By Kaleah Salmon • 4 min read • Mon, 23rd Sep 2024
2degrees launches New Zealand's first Wi-Fi 7 modem
Unified Communications

2degrees launches New Zealand's first Wi-Fi 7 modem

2degrees has unveiled New Zealand's first Wi-Fi 7 modem, the TP Link BE22000, enhancing SME internet capabilities with cutting-edge HyperFibre connectivity.

By Kaleah Salmon • 2 min read • Mon, 16th Sep 2024
Australian retailers reshape strategies to tackle privacy laws
Customer Experience

Australian retailers reshape strategies to tackle privacy laws

Fiverr's latest report reveals Australian retailers revamping strategies to tackle new privacy regulations and economic pressures ahead of the 2024 holiday season.

By Melania Watson • 3 min read • Tue, 10th Sep 2024
Tech Suzhou Advocates launches to boost aerospace sector
Network Infrastructure

Tech Suzhou Advocates launches to boost aerospace sector

Global Tech Advocates has announced the formation of its 39th group, Tech Suzhou Advocates. This new group is the sixth launched in China.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 6th Sep 2024