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Poor website maintenance hinders business
By failing to maintain an up-to-date website, small businesses are missing out on one of the greatest sales opportunities in history, according to new research.
IT could boost UK economy by £35 billion
Better implementation of IT technology, particularly among small businesses, could add £35 billion to the UK economy over the next five to seven years, according to a skills website.
The internet 'mixed blessing' for SMEs
Although the internet offers small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) vast opportunities, not all businesses are using it to its full advantage, says a report.
Website offers businesses new travel networking opportunities
A new website has been launched to increase networking opportunities for business travellers.
SMEs stand to 'get a lot out of VoIP'
SMEs are expected to 'get a lot out of VoIP' as it should provide services only previously available to bigger companies, claims a telephony expert.
SMEs not happy with processes for dealing with customers
Up to 85 per cent of SMEs are not happy with their current customer interaction process, one business expert claims.
Internet increases business competition for small business
While nearly all small business owners have used the internet to further their business opportunities, many believe it has made being in charge of a business more difficult due to an increase in competition, according to new research.
Business have 'no need to worry' about internet crash
UK businesses have no need to worry about a widesperad failure of internet connections in the UK , according to IT experts.
'Virus risk' for unsecured computer networks
Websites that automatically download viruses onto users' computers are posing an increased risk to businesses, according to a technology consultant.
SMEs more aware of 'cyber crimes'
Employers with SMEs are becoming increasingly aware of 'cyber crimes' and how to handle them, even though it is still an 'issue', according to one industry expert.
Customers put off by firms without business email
A professional business image is what counts when attracting customers, reveals new research commissioned by Microsoft UK.
Internet can help SMEs communicate faster
Businesses are utilising the internet to speed up communication and training for 'improved flexibility and accessibility of learning', say business experts.
More industries are becoming IT sensitive
A 'broader mix' of people are receiving IT training and taking the European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) user qualification, according to industry experts.
SMEs need up-to-date online security
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) accepting payments online need to ensure their security systems are up-to-date, say industry experts.
SMEs reminded to register early to file tax returns online
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has reminded small businesses and self-employed people who wish to file a tax return online that they must register at least a week before the deadline.
