IT & Commerce

Technology guidance for small businesses including websites, networks and data security. Articles cover e-commerce payments, search optimisation and choosing the right software.

Buy the Right Information Technology

Make sure your business technology actually delivers value before you spend money on hardware and software.

Essential Business Software

Pick the right business software by matching it to your actual goals and budgeting for hardware upgrades and training costs.

How Small Businesses Deal with Commercial Disputes

Small businesses owed money face a dilemma: chase the debt and risk losing more, or let it go and suffer the consequences.

How to Build a Website for Your Business

Get your business online quickly using website builder software that requires no technical skills.

Keeping Your Data Safe

Protect your business data from hard drive crashes by backing up files to a central location using full or incremental backups.

Payment Systems for Your E-commerce Business

Choose the right payment options to make checkout smooth and keep customers coming back to your online store.

Setting Up a Network for Your Business

Setting up a business network lets your staff share equipment, files, and internet while choosing between wired or wireless options.

Understanding Search Engine Optimisation

Most websites get found through search engines, so optimising your site to rank well actually isn't as complicated as it sounds.

Usability and Accessibility on Your Website

Make your website easier to use and legally compliant with basic usability and accessibility standards for all visitors.