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RSS smesTechnology is not important to 20 per cent of European SMEs
News One in five small businesses in Europe are rejecting technology, according to a survey by NOP. The study looked at the attitude towards technology of small and medium-sized enterprises. The UK and Germany are the worst hit, with one... [04 Nov 1998]
Banks to offer online security guarantees
News They hope to provide a common standard for ecommerce that extends from corporates to SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) and eventually to individual consumers. A group of banking giants have announced a framework... [22 Oct 1998]
Lycos targets SMEs with business portal
News Although there's no shortage of Web sites dedicated to small businesses, Lycos has published what it bills as a 'unique and extensive' Web guide for small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK and Ireland. [30 Sep 1998]
Heavyweight banks neglect small business customers
News However, Eddie George, Governor of the Bank of England, which endorsed the report, said most banks are now more aware of the needs of SMEs and are developing suitable financial services. NatWest and Barclays Bank are not... [23 Sep 1998]
Small firms get direct marketing Web advice
News I want one central point for SMEs who want to improve their marketing and sales, without the expense of hiring an expert. Lloyd said: "We will make sure that SMEs are fully aware of the laws and ethics... [18 Sep 1998]
In brief: SMEs leave IT requirements off shopping list
News Although the company recognised the part played by IT in giving SMEs the freedom to move away from built up areas where they were likely to be closer to their suppliers and customers, it revealed that it was not of... [07 Sep 1998]
Small firms warm to the Web
News Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the UK are gradually recognising the benefits of being online, with a growing proportion looking to embrace Web-based transactional services during the next 12 months. [21 Aug 1998]
Government promotes SME euro awareness
News The Treasury is particularly worried about levels of euro awareness amongst SMEs. A March survey by the department found that only 11 per cent of SMEs were aware that the new currency would come into... [06 Aug 1998]
In brief: Star targets SMEs with Net connection offering
News Internet technology provider Star has launched a small business edition of its Netstar product, comprising Internet access, ISDN connection, firewall security, technical support and remote installation. [05 Aug 1998]
Scooter simulator set to make Europe's roads safer
News The Anglo-Italian project is the first to be awarded approval under the new Joint European Venture (JEV) programme aimed at small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). Europe's roads could become a safer place thanks to a... [27 Jul 1998]
Over half UK SMEs are failing to prepare for the euro
News Over half of the UK's small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are unprepared for the single European currency, according to a survey conducted by Barclay's Bank. The Barclay's survey was conducted with a representatives of... [20 Jul 1998]
In brief: SMEs targeted under software piracy campaign
News Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are beginning to work with the Business Software Alliance (BSA) to combat piracy. The BSA shifted its attention from large corporations to SMEs at the end of 1997. [17 Jul 1998]
European banks back SME sector
News UK bank NatWest has joined up with Germany's Deutsche Bank and the Netherland's ING Bank to develop a system that gives small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) a stamp of approval for potential investment. [01 Jul 1998]
EDI gets boost from Ovum
News EDI (electronic data interchange) looks set to be transformed into a business tool for SMEs (small and medium-sized enterprises) according to Ovum's latest report. It will be at least six months before software vendors... [30 Jun 1998]
