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Eftpos to open payments network to fintechs
First 5000 | October 25, 2019Eftpos today announced it will launch a public API program in early 2020 and is partnering with Stone&Chalk to build closer relationships with Australia’s Fintech community.
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Insolvency practices inquiry inundated by survey responses
First 5000 | October 25, 2019The Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman, Kate Carnell says there’s been an overwhelming public response to the Insolvency Practices Inquiry since it was launched two weeks ago.
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Poorly managed conflicts of interest enable corruption in Victoria: report
First 5000 | October 25, 2019Poorly managed conflicts of interest remain a major enabler of corruption according to a report released Victoria’s by the state’s anti-corruption body, IBAC.
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Skills breakthrough builds a stronger Australia
First 5000 | October 24, 2019Employers welcome the release of the Australian Qualifications Framework review which makes recommendations to help deliver the stronger skills system Australians deserve, according to the Business Council of Australia.
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How can SMBs prepare for cybersecurity challenges?
Keith Coppersmith | October 24, 2019Cybersecurity has become one of the most important business factors for small and medium businesses. The ever-growing threats in the online world are not just focused on corporations and governments.
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Leadership tips to improve your business
Carolin Petterson | October 24, 2019It’s never easy becoming a great leader. But it is something that every business person should strive to achieve. Knowing when to do and how to do it… and, more importantly, admitting a mistake.
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Have your say: financing faster rail, connecting Australians to housing, jobs and services
First 5000 | October 23, 2019The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Infrastructure, Transport and Cities has launched its inquiry into options for financing faster rail. Submissions close Friday, 6 December 2019.
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Importance of developing ‘CX Hub’ within contact centres
First 5000 | October 23, 2019Air Asia, CBA, Australia Post and Qantas will come together at the 5th Annual Customer Contact Week event to discuss the importance customer experience plays within contact centres.
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How to enhance security with digital document storage
First 5000 | October 23, 2019Australian businesses are staggering under the weight of the information they need to manage. Implementing document management solutions can help improve not only document storage and retrieval but also streamline document workflows and improve security, according to Upstream.
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Rise in demand for Australian fresh fruit to the Philippines
First 5000 | October 22, 2019Australian fresh fruit producers can take advantage of newly approved local cold treatment facilities and increased flights to boost exports to the Philippines.
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Tech talent supply insufficient to meet Australia’s growth ambitions: report
First 5000 | October 22, 2019An additional 100,000 tech workers are needed by 2024 to meet employer demand for technology skills according to a report from the Australian Computer Society.
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The significance of employee engagement and wellbeing
Kevin Agius | October 22, 2019Prioritising continuous employee learning and development could potentially be the key to a happier, healthier, and more productive workplace.
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Over a million recalled products still in circulation in Australia
First 5000 | October 21, 2019Australians could be at risk of injuries or even death from 6.6 million individual products currently under voluntary recall, with about half of these still likely to be found in people’s homes, new figures show.
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Xero’s ‘Payphoria’ research maps out the regional Australian payday behaviours
First 5000 | October 21, 2019Rushes of ‘payphoria’ are sweeping over the nation, with new research from global small business platform Xero revealing that many regional Aussies are feeling the pinch in the lead up to the pleasure of payday.
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5 expert marketing tips for SMEs
Carolin Petterson | October 21, 2019Even though there are differences between big companies and small businesses, marketing is still one of those business areas which nobody can ignore.