5 tips to get the most out of accountant-vendor relationships If your technology solution providers aren't strategic business partners who help you make the best technology decisions... Jan 8, 2020
You are what you measure Part 3: Run a faster, smarter business In Part 1 in this series, I discussed how the limitations of traditional performance metrics might stop your business fr... Dec 9, 2019
You are what you measure Part 2: Analytics in action By complementing traditional KPIs with proactive, indicative performance metrics, you'll see how you’re tracking against... Dec 5, 2019
How to prepare your small business for Black Friday Black Friday is an opportunity for small businesses to grow their customer base and prove their loyalty to existing cust... Nov 19, 2019
You are what you measure Part 1: The problem with traditional business metrics Traditional metrics force businesses to react to historical information, rather than respond to real-time insights. Here... Nov 15, 2019
How to be a better business negotiator Effective negotiations are key to business success but these skills don't always come naturally. Here are 5 ways to deve... Nov 5, 2019
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
5 ways to get paid on time 15% of South African SME invoices are paid late. Here are 5 tips to encourage customers to pay on time and to avoid awkw... Sep 26, 2019
You’re not an accountant; you’re an advisor Clients want business advice and guidance from their accountants - not just the numbers. Find out how you can free up ti... Jul 1, 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
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
5 tips to never miss a tax return deadline From December, SARS will fine companies that receive final demands to submit returns. This article helps you avoid penal... 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
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
The entrepreneur’s guide to accounting While no entrepreneur can be a master of all trades, it’s worth knowing the basics when it comes to your finances. Start... Jul 18, 2018
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
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
Using tech to maximise farming performance South African agribusinesses should invest in modern business management solutions to improve their efficiency and compe... May 17, 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
Improve your cash flow: Manage your VAT Now that the VAT increase dust has settled, SMEs can review their operations, improve their cash flow, and offset the hi... Apr 18, 2018
5 accounting habits SMEs should break Stop doing things the "old" way and adopt new habits that make your accounting tasks faster, more accurate and more effi... Mar 26, 2018
Hidden VAT opportunities for small businesses The VAT increase is an opportunity for SMEs to review their processes and identify opportunities to cut costs and stream... Mar 19, 2018
