A common question from my clients who have their product manufactured overseas is “how do I stop my manufacturer from making a lower quali…
A common question from my clients who have their product manufactured overseas is “how do I stop my manufacturer from making a lower quali…
Imagine an out-of-the-blue offer to buy your business lands. Even if you don’t intend to sell, it’s important to have an idea of how much yo…
A salient story about shying away from innovation in tough times makes sobering reading. Plus ca change, plus c’est la même chos…
Tough overseas markets and a robust currency are not helping Australian exporters. To cope – and survive – successful export firms are c…
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Small things can be the opportunities for big reputations, or they can be stepping stones to disaster. LOUIS COUTTS By Louis Coutts The fi…
The price of oil hit a record high of $US140.39 in overnight trade, eclipsing the previous record of $US139.89 a barrel on 16 June and sendi…
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The effects of China and India go well beyond the resources arena, and their influence will be felt for quite a while yet. TIM HARCOURT …
When purchasing a business, it pays in the short and the long term to do proper due diligence on the workforce. ANDREW DOUGLAS explains how….
Taking on a business could be viewed as buying modular furniture. You can rearrange the seating configuration until you are comfortable. TOM…
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