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Future-Proofing Local Governance: Transforming Operations for Councils.

Spotlight, TechnologyNovember 26, 2024146Views 0Likes 0Comments

As a team who spends their days navigating the intersection of leadership and technology, we have seen firsthand how local governments and councils often focus heavily on delivering public-facing services while leaving the operational side of their business in the rearview mirror. Don’t get me wrong—roads need repairing, schools need funding, and parks need maintaining.…

From ‘Know-It-Alls’ to ‘Learn-It-Alls’: A Mindset Shift with Tech

Business, SpotlightNovember 4, 2024290Views 0Likes 0Comments

Gone are the days when being a “know-it-all” was the ultimate flex in business. In today’s digital age, where tech changes faster than you can say “AI-powered productivity,” it’s all about becoming a “learn-it-all.” This shift is especially huge for small to medium businesses (SMBs) in Australia, where staying agile and efficient is crucial to…

How SMBs Can Maximize Their IT Budget: Understanding Costs and Value in 2025

Business, Featured, SpotlightOctober 25, 2024328Views 0Likes 0Comments

For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), managing IT expenses is crucial to long-term success. With technology becoming central to every aspect of business, from daily operations to cybersecurity, smart IT budgeting ensures efficiency, security, and scalability. Industry standards recommend allocating 4-6% of annual revenue toward IT expenses. But what does that actually mean in terms…

Protect Your Bottom Line: Cost-Effective Disaster Recovery Strategies for Small Businesses

Business, Spotlight, Working LifeSeptember 23, 2024351Views 0Likes 0Comments

Building a robust disaster recovery plan with Microsoft tools ensures your SMB stays operational during crises, reduces downtime, and protects valuable data—all while keeping costs manageable. For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), unexpected disruptions such as data breaches, hardware failures, or natural disasters can halt operations. While large enterprises can allocate resources to full-fledged disaster…

The Cybersecurity Cost-Cutting Playbook for Australian SMBs

Business, SpotlightSeptember 3, 2024401Views 0Likes 0Comments

Are you concerned about rising cybersecurity costs while trying to protect your business from ever-evolving threats? In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) face an increasing array of cybersecurity challenges. With cybercrime on the rise, maintaining robust cybersecurity measures is not just a good practice—it's a necessity. However, for many SMBs,…

Expect Delays : Global IT Outage Caused by CrowdStrike Update Disrupts Major Sectors Worldwide

Business, Spotlight, Technology, Trends, Working LifeJuly 19, 2024546Views 0Likes 0Comments

The recent global IT outage that caused significant disruptions across various sectors was primarily attributed to a software update from CrowdStrike. Here are the key details: Cause of the Outage CrowdStrike Update: The root cause of the outage was linked to an update from CrowdStrike's Falcon Sensor, a widely-used cybersecurity tool. This update inadvertently caused…

The Imperative of Phishing Education for Australian SMBs: A Response to Escalating Cyber Threats

Business, Spotlight, Working LifeJuly 2, 2024498Views 0Likes 0Comments

Discover how Australian SMBs can protect themselves from rising phishing attacks. Learn essential cybersecurity tips and explore Online 3’s new CyberSafe solution for enhanced security and employee training. Read more..

Energy Efficiency: The Silent Ally for Small Businesses

Spotlight, TechnologyJune 19, 2024535Views 0Likes 0Comments

As energy prices soar, Australian small businesses are grappling with rising operational costs, impacting their bottom lines. According to the June 2023 Energy Consumer Sentiment Survey by Energy Consumers Australia, 59% of small business owners are more worried about their electricity bills than they were a year ago. This anxiety is compounded by…

Why Tech Spending and Planning In May Matters

Business, SpotlightApril 22, 2024726Views 0Likes 0Comments

As the Australian financial year draws to a close, small to medium enterprises (SMEs) are in a critical phase of budget reviews and allocations for the upcoming fiscal period. The decisions made now will dictate the technological efficiency, security, and connectivity of businesses for the next year. Here’s why effective tech spending and planning in…

Creating a Security-First Culture in Small to Medium Businesses

Business, Featured, SpotlightMarch 7, 2024838Views 0Likes 0Comments

Cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated and frequent, small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) must prioritise security. A security-first culture is not just about implementing tools and technologies; it's about cultivating an environment where security is a fundamental aspect of every action and decision. Here’s how SMBs can embed a security-first approach into their operations. 1. Embed…

Embracing AI: Julie Sweet’s Vision for Business Transformation

AI Business, SpotlightJanuary 25, 20241KViews 0Likes 0Comments

In a recent insightful discussion, Julie Sweet, CEO of Accenture, sheds light on the monumental impact Artificial Intelligence (AI) is having on businesses. For CEOs and founders of small to medium-sized enterprises, understanding and adapting to this AI-driven revolution is not just advisable; it's imperative. AI: The Business Game Changer Accenture, under Sweet's leadership, recognises…

The Rising Tide of Cybersecurity Threats: A Wake-Up Call for Australian Business

Business, SpotlightJanuary 17, 20241KViews 0Likes 0Comments

In recent times, Australia has witnessed a startling surge in cyber threats, most notably the "credential stuffing" scam impacting 15,000 shoppers and involving some of the nation's leading brands. This incident, along with the alarming data breach within the The Reserve Bank of Australia, the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, and the Australian…