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One of the most basic and yet essential software items every business requires is the accounting system. Available from a wide number of vendors, accounting systems help organisations keep track of their expenses and income, with varying levels of sophistication going from simple General Ledgers right through to mini-Enterprise Resource Planning solutions. Many accounting systems offer extensibility and integration with add-ons, allowing the user to go from a standard setup to a customised software environment more capable of handling various tasks related to or influenced by accounting data.
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Myths and misconceptions about cloud ERP debunked

Mon, 1st Jul 2024
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Unmask the myths of cloud ERP: not just a costly, unreliable, or complex system, but a scalable, secure solution boosting efficiency and growth for all businesses.
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Survey reveals burnout crisis among Australian knowledge workers

Mon, 24th Jun 2024
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A UiPath-commissioned survey reveals 82% of Australian knowledge workers feel burnt out, with a third extremely so, citing heavy workloads and lack of AI tools as key stressors.
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New survey reveals challenges facing business travel in 2024

Fri, 21st Jun 2024
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SAP Concur's survey reveals key business travel challenges for 2024 include disruption, safety, sustainability, and unequal opportunities.
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Zyxel Networks' firewall solutions win top PUR survey accolade

Wed, 19th Jun 2024
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Zyxel Networks' firewall solutions have topped the latest Professional User Ratings survey by techconsult, winning Champion status for superior security, user-friendliness, and reliability among SMBs.
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Less than half of UK firms use GenAI despite recognised benefits

Mon, 17th Jun 2024
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UiPath’s Global Knowledge Worker Survey reveals that only 47% of UK businesses are utilising GenAI tools. Meanwhile, 28% of workers are experiencing burnout, highlighting a need for better AI training and support.
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AI adoption among Australian SMEs to surge by 2026, survey finds

Fri, 14th Jun 2024
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A survey by Small Business Loans Australia reveals 25% of SMEs are using AI, with 60% planning adoption by 2026. NSW leads, while medium-sized businesses show the highest uptake.
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Xero unveils AI companion JAX to enhance accounting accuracy

Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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Xero has revealed its AI-powered business companion, Just Ask Xero (JAX), to boost accuracy in accounting tasks, launching a beta in August.
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Xero introduces AI tool JAX to boost accounting accuracy

Thu, 13th Jun 2024
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Xero has unveiled JAX, a new AI-powered smart business companion, at Xerocon London, promising enhanced accuracy in accounting tasks for small businesses.
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Australian executives predict AI-driven business growth in 2024

Tue, 11th Jun 2024
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A new survey by OpenText Cybersecurity reveals that 92.5% of Australian executives in MSPs and MSSPs foresee significant business growth driven by AI investments in the next year.
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Xero revamps subscription plans for NZ business customers

Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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Xero will debut new business subscription plans in NZ from 12 September 2024 to streamline accounting services and integrate key features directly.
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US consumers spend USD $331.6 billion online in first quarter 2024

Thu, 30th May 2024
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US consumers spent USD $331.6 billion online in Q1 2024, with groceries, electronics, and apparel driving growth, Adobe Analytics reveals.
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The three trends supporting fintech growth in Australia

Thu, 30th May 2024
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Australia’s fintech sector, powered by innovation, technology, and government backing, has surged from AUD $250 million in 2015 to AUD $45 billion in 2023.
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Cogo partners with Terra Nova to launch carbon tracking

Wed, 29th May 2024
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Cogo and Terra Nova Foundation unveil Earth+ programme in New Zealand to help not-for-profits in Canterbury and Nelson.
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Pattern study reveals trust gap in Australian online shopping

Tue, 28th May 2024
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Australian shoppers trust Amazon far more than emerging rivals Temu and Shein, reveals a Pattern study. Only 7% vouch for Temu's product quality.
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MYOB Digital Challenge opens registrations with NZD $10,000 prize

Tue, 28th May 2024
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MYOB invites tech students from Australia and New Zealand to compete for NZD $10,000 in the 10th annual Digital Challenge. Registrations now open.
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Surviving digital Darwinism by levelling up to a cloud ERP

Thu, 23rd May 2024
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In the age of digital Darwinism, businesses must adapt swiftly. Transitioning to a cloud ERP system like NetSuite offers scalability, integration, and industry-specific solutions vital for growth.
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Cyber attacks impact 60% of mid-sized Australian businesses

Wed, 22nd May 2024
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A MYOB survey reveals that three in five mid-sized Australian businesses have faced cyber attacks, with the highest rates in finance and insurance sectors.
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Corporate treasurers frustrated by outdated bank onboarding methods

Tue, 14th May 2024
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Research by Encompass Corporation reveals that 87% of corporate treasurers in the UK and US abandon banking applications due to outdated onboarding processes.
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Parkable tech revives unused parking spaces, generates millions in revenue

Fri, 10th May 2024
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New tech by Parkable may boost Australian landlords' fortunes by converting underutilised city-centre parking into flexible spaces, tapping into millions of potential revenue.
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Executives plan to boost generative AI investments, Accenture survey shows

Thu, 9th May 2024
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Nearly 90% of executives managing supply chains and production seek to ramp up investment in generative AI, but there's a recognised need for advanced training and comprehension of the technology, Accenture's 'Pulse of Change' survey reveals.