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Tips for reducing the load of the IT Department
Wendy Dessler | May 13, 2019Did you realise that over 55 percent of the startups in the world have adopted a digital-first strategy? If your business has also adopted this strategy, your main focus should be on finding and implementing new technology.
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Co-working figures strong
First 5000 | May 10, 2019If recent Victorian Government figures are anything to go by, co-working is far from a fad with the co-working space sector growing a staggering 960 percent over 3 years, according to Launch Victoria.
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Help protect yourself against IP theft
First 5000 | May 10, 2019LightYear Docs have launched a free offer of their non-disclosure agreement and confidentiality agreement documents to help protect entrepreneurs, small businesses and startups from intellectual property theft.
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Aussies prefer digital shopping catalogues as they declutter their lives
First 5000 | May 10, 2019Almost 4 million Australians are using digital catalogues alone rather than hard copy versions saying they are a useful tool and stress-free way to window shop, according research from Roy Morgan.
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Investing in Women Funding Program open
First 5000 | May 9, 2019Applications for the NSW Government’s 2019 Investing in Women funding program which are for programs that are ready to commence by July 2019 and be completed before the end of June 2020 close at 11:59PM (AEST) on Sunday 26 May 2019.
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Tourism Satellite Accounts 2017-2018 highlight labour, skills needs in the visitor economy
First 5000 | May 9, 2019The Tourism Satellite Accounts for 2017-18 highlight the visitor economy as one of Australia’s strongest performers, defying the downward trend of many other parts of the national economy, according to the Australian Chamber – Tourism.
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Personalised connectivity delivered more impact in the era of technology overload
Joe Perri | May 9, 2019The thought of a prospective client deleting my email unopened was enough to spur me to find a better way to achieve the necessary cut-through – and the personal salutation and signed letter did just that.
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The future is bright for Australian Insurers and consumers: report
First 5000 | May 8, 2019Australian insurers are finally embracing digital change and paving the way for a new digital future, says the latest Insurance Industry Report, released today by TAS, an Australian-owned and operated technology services provider for the financial services industry.
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Xero finds small business owners prioritise cost of energy, tax cuts, climate change, key priorities for election
First 5000 | May 8, 2019A new survey from global small business platform Xero has revealed a disconnect between small business owners and politics, with a whopping 75 per cent unable to name the Federal Small Business Minister, and 15 per cent unable to name the Prime Minister.
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“One brand, one culture” needs one data ecosystem technology platform
Rachel Bevans | May 8, 2019People and brands are two of your company’s most valuable assets. Leaders recognise that aligning brands and culture has the power to attract, retain and engage employees, customers and stakeholders, driving business growth and raising brand value.
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Aussie small and medium business confidence falls on fears of slowing economy
First 5000 | May 7, 2019The March Quarter 2019 Sensis Business Index reveals Australian small and medium business (SMB) confidence fell significantly across the country during the first quarter of the year as concerns about the health of the economy grew.
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Have your say: Consumer Data Right draft rules consultation
First 5000 | May 7, 2019The ACCC is seeking feedback from consumers, businesses and community organisations on the approach and positions of the draft rules for the Consumer Data Right (CDR) in the banking sector, including the privacy aspects. Submissions close Friday 10 May 2019.
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FCAI releases April 2019 new vehicle sales figures
First 5000 | May 7, 2019The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI), the peak industry body for the automotive industry has released the new vehicle sales figures for the month of April 2019.
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Xi’an announces new foreign investment policy
First 5000 | May 6, 2019The city of Xi’an in China’s Shaanxi province has released a series of new policies aimed at boosting foreign investment in manufacturing, retail, finance and internet technology.
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Sydneysiders support plans for a 24-hour city
First 5000 | May 6, 2019New rules allowing city centre businesses, shops and restaurants to trade late into the night could take effect from next month after Sydneysiders overwhelmingly backed a major overhaul of the city’s late-night planning controls.