Mar 12, 2020 5 min read Six strategies for recession-proofing small businesses With South Africa officially entering a technical recession in the fourth quarter of 2019, it’s tough out there for smal...
Feb 27, 2020 2 min read Six things you need to know about Budget 2020 Budget 2020 introduced not just a few changes to existing taxes for businesses and individuals but also brings in new ru...
Feb 18, 2020 3 min read Explained: UIF benefits and parental leave laws New adoption leave, parental leave for fathers, and commissioning parental leave laws came into effect in January. Here'...
Jan 23, 2020 7 min read 2030: What’s in store for the accountancy practice? Based on the latest Practice of Now research, we've made five predictions about how an accounting practice might look in...
Jan 16, 2020 4 min read Top trends shaping Africa’s small business landscape this decade Rapid development, a growing middle class, and business-friendly market reforms are generating welcome opportunities for...
Jul 12, 2019 3 min read There’s an accounting cultural shift underway Accountancy is driving significant changes in hiring practices, business services and attitudes towards emerging technol...
Jul 4, 2019 5 min read 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 1, 2019 3 min read 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...
Jun 18, 2019 5 min read The informal sector: an untapped opportunity for accountants Accountants need to upskill themselves and add value in a competitive market if they want to be a successfully self-empl...
Jun 18, 2019 4 min read 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...
May 8, 2019 4 min read 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 6, 2019 3 min read 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...
Apr 10, 2019 4 min read Underrated skills every SME owner should have From soft skills, to data, to marketing - small business owners need to wear even more hats if they want to succeed in a...
Mar 27, 2019 4 min read 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...
Feb 20, 2019 3 min read 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...
Jan 9, 2019 3 min read Career tips for accounting graduates Competition is high and opportunities for internships are low. Find out how you can give yourself the competitive edge i...
Jan 6, 2019 3 min read The biggest trends shaping accounting today Cloud computing, automation, AI, and security are drastically changing the accounting profession. Here's how to leverage...
Nov 8, 2018 5 min read 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 3, 2018 5 min read 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...
Oct 29, 2018 5 min read How alternative funders enable SME success Lack of funding and poor financial management are the leading causes of SME failure in SA. Alternative lenders can help ...
Sep 20, 2018 4 min read 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 18, 2018 4 min read How AI will bring out the best in accountants AI is good at a lot of things. But it will never replace the human connection, which is the foundation of the accounting...
Aug 27, 2018 5 min read Curiosity killed the accountant Successful accountants approach the world as a child would. They’re curious about their surroundings, ask questions, and...
Aug 13, 2018 5 min read There’s more to accounting than numbers With easy access to online learning resources and more flexibility, it’s more viable than ever to switch from one path t...
