HeWhat do an event company, accounting firm, corporate services provider and freelancer engagement network have in common? The answer is that they were all prepared to take new, innovative approaches when the pandemic struck. We spoke with six business owners and Xero ... Read More

The chancellor recently announced a temporary cut in the VAT rate from the standard 20% to the reduced rate of 5% for certain supplies in the hospitality and tourism sector. The aim of the change is to boost the economy and encourage consumer ... Read More

The chancellor recently announced a temporary cut in the VAT rate from the standard 20% to the reduced rate of 5% for certain supplies in the hospitality and tourism sector. The aim of the change is to boost the economy and encourage consumer ... Read More

Last week we hosted our Re:start 2020 digital series for accountants and bookkeepers in South Africa. It was great to see so many of our community come together over the three days – with almost 1,000 of you joining us each day! ... Read More

Small businesses have been facing one of the biggest economic challenges in history. As the economy starts to reopen and small firms look to rebuild, closing the digital divide will be essential in helping SMEs bounce back more quickly.  It was this ... Read More

Shifting your business to the cloud opens you up to a world of new customers. They can come from far and wide to access your products and services. But how exactly are you supposed to manage your new customers without having visibility over ... Read More

Now more than ever, businesses recognise that to grow faster and smarter, they need to be online and in the cloud. As more consumers are shifting their spending from visiting bricks and mortar stores to online shopping, businesses need to shift too. ... Read More

Customers are the lifeblood of your business. That’s why it’s crucial to form authentic relationships with them. Instead of bombarding your customers with sales pitches, why not enhance your engagement with a few simple strategies? This means interacting with them in a ... Read More

Financial planning has become a regular exercise for the majority of businesses and their accountants. This enhanced financial scrutiny is a new way of working for some and should remain in place as best practice for the long term.  To help with ... Read More