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TariffsDumping and unintended consequences of trade tariffs
Arran continues his series of articles around trade tariffs and how these will impact on New Zealand (NZ) businesses. In this article, he covers: The Asian heartbeat Having just returned from Asia, the only topic discussed at every meeting, dinner, coffee catch up is Trump and tariffs. And I also witnessed first-hand the lines in […]
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Tips on working from home (dos and don’ts)
Working from home (aka WFH) opens many possibilities for how businesses can work and structure themselves. Unlike traditional work patterns, this approach has limitations and has had a significant impact on both organisations and individuals. When working remotely, every job is different, but some key strategies can help anyone work from home more effectively while achieving […]
Last Saturday night with Argus
Working with the leaders and teams at Argus Fire Protection has been an absolute pleasure. Right from the get-go, it became clear that the Senior Leadership Team is truly dedicated to supporting the well-being of each and every employee. The commitment to their people shines through every leader, and the CEO – Jacqui Bensemann– greatly […]
The “People” Factor
Two months ago, I attended the Winnow Software Masterclass together with CEOs and senior executives of the companies Winnow is associated with. Winnow is one of our long-standing clients, an investment vehicle for a small group of investors with diverse business backgrounds. I have been reflecting on my learnings from that day and have come […]
Why Xero?
Managing finances efficiently is key to the success of any organisation. With many accounting software options available, it can be challenging to find the right fit. However, Xero has proved to be a powerful, user-friendly solution, revolutionising how businesses handle their finances. Let’s explore Xero’s features, benefits, and why it should be your go-to solution. […]
How do you judge the value of a service contract?
The adage is that the value in all transactions is a trade-off between price, timeliness, and quality. A customer wants cheap, fast, and good. But a supplier who attempts to deliver all three will struggle to sustain their operations and are more likely to fail eventually, and usually in the quality component because that is […]