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10 ways your asset lifecycle can save you money

Uncover opportunities to save money from registration to end-of-life. Find out how cloud software can make the entire pr...

Oct 11, 2019

How traceability can help process manufacturers build stronger supply chains

Traceability is key to compliance, protecting customers, and avoiding reputational damage and hefty fines. Emerging tech...

Oct 8, 2019

15 admin hacks for busy people

Get back some of that wasted admin time and boost your productivity with these 15 hacks for finance managers and busines...

Oct 4, 2019

A new generation of CFO can drive digital transformation

CFOs are more concerned with data and technology than ever before - and they're driving digital transformation, producti...

Jul 4, 2019

Why technology stands in the way of digital transformation

Digital transformation doesn't mean adopting new technology like AI, blockchain and machine learning. But many businesse...

Jun 18, 2019

Customer success: the formula for growth

Customers want inspiration, innovation, guidance and solutions. If they don’t get these from one service provider, it's ...

May 8, 2019

Elections 2019: Vote for small business

These are the steps we would like to see the government take as part of its strategy to turbo-charge economic growth, th...

May 6, 2019

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Futurealist on big data: It’s all about the people

People play a massive role in the success of any big data project. Businesses need the right skills, an empowered workfo...

Mar 27, 2019

Three stealthy HR tax hikes for 2019

Although personal income tax didn't increase, government has made inflation work in its favour by imposing three sneaky ...

Mar 26, 2019

Budget 2019: Commentary by Rob Cooper

Government took advantage of new revenue sources like carbon taxes but limited bracket creep adjustment, sin taxes and f...

Feb 20, 2019

7 reasons to promote flexible working

The 9-5 workday is effectively dead. Flexible and remote working helps businesses to attract top talent and boosts produ...

Jan 7, 2019

Stop manually balancing your books

With Bank Feeds, the books balance themselves. You set the rules once and your accounting software does the rest. Automa...

Dec 2, 2018

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Attracting and retaining the accountants of the future

Accounting practices are in a war for talent. We discuss ways to attract top-notch professionals and keep your current e...

Nov 8, 2018

The future of accounting has nothing – and everything – to do with technology

Outdated curriculums and rapidly evolving technology have changed the game for accountants. Find out what the modern bus...

Nov 3, 2018

Securing supply chains against political uncertainty

Amid drastic political changes, we could see a realignment in the balance of global trade, to create increasingly dynami...

Sep 20, 2018

9 ways to get your employees out of debt

Debt and financial problems can distract your employees. Learn how to help them get out of debt, build financial literac...

Aug 29, 2018

ConCourt ruling on labour brokers: what employers need to know

After three months, employees hired through labour brokers are considered permanent staff. We look at the key business i...

Aug 20, 2018

6 questions to ask before implementing IoT

An IoT initiative that's not properly designed, deployed and supported could introduce significant business risk and reg...

Jul 26, 2018

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It’s tax filing season again – are you ready?

Advice about how to stay on SARS's good side and take the pain out of filing your income tax return for the 2017/18 tax ...

Jun 25, 2018

Guide to bookkeeping and general ledgers

Proper bookkeeping is essential for small business success. This guide explains the difference between general ledgers a...

Jun 10, 2018

A guide to performance appraisals

Performance appraisals boost employee engagement and help you to retain top talent. This guide provides advice on what t...

Jun 2, 2018

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Key SA labour laws changes and how they affect your business

South Africa's labour laws constantly evolve. Here are the most recent changes - and what they mean for your business an...

May 29, 2018

How to write a business plan

A business plan is an essential tool for entrepreneurs. Learn how to write a customised business plan that will help you...

May 15, 2018

Construction firms leverage tech to boost competitiveness

With technology doing repetitive and dangerous tasks faster and with greater precision, businesses boost productivity an...

May 15, 2018

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Customer success: the formula for growth

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The future of accounting has nothing - and everything - to do with technology

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Headlines

How traceability can help process manufacturers build stronger supply chains

15 admin hacks for busy people

A new generation of CFO can drive digital transformation

Latest articles for Medium businesses

10 ways your asset lifecycle can save you money

How traceability can help process manufacturers build stronger supply chains

15 admin hacks for busy people

A new generation of CFO can drive digital transformation

Why technology stands in the way of digital transformation

Customer success: the formula for growth

Elections 2019: Vote for small business

Futurealist on big data: It’s all about the people

Three stealthy HR tax hikes for 2019

Budget 2019: Commentary by Rob Cooper

7 reasons to promote flexible working

Stop manually balancing your books

Attracting and retaining the accountants of the future

The future of accounting has nothing – and everything – to do with technology

Securing supply chains against political uncertainty

9 ways to get your employees out of debt

ConCourt ruling on labour brokers: what employers need to know

6 questions to ask before implementing IoT

It’s tax filing season again – are you ready?

Guide to bookkeeping and general ledgers

A guide to performance appraisals

Key SA labour laws changes and how they affect your business

How to write a business plan

Construction firms leverage tech to boost competitiveness

Editor's choice

How traceability can help process manufacturers build stronger supply chains

15 admin hacks for busy people

Throw out the old handbook: Digital transformation requires a new way of doing business

Featured authors

Asavin Wattanajantra

Viresh Harduth

Matthew Kibby

Ashley Hindsman

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