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eBev joins forces with Spenda to implement frictionless payment options in their marketplace » Supply Chain Channel
Spenda, an integrated business platform offering a wide range of SaaS, payment and lending capabilities, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with eBev, Australia’s largest marketplace for wholesale beverages, to integrate payment solutions into their platform. eBev is a software provider with a platform that enables licensed premises to order alcoholic beverages from eBev’s approved catalogue.
Supply Chain insights and perspectives - A 2023 opinion recap » Supply Chain Channel
Leadership Opinion Retail Supply Chain The impact of numerous disruptions has undeniably caused changes throughout the supply chain landscape, and these challenges persist to this day. However, according to the consensus among Supply Chain Channel’s thought leaders, there are strategies not only to endure each obstacle but also to reclaim operational control and thrive.
B2B payments: What businesses can expect in 2024 and beyond » Supply Chain Channel
Sales and operations planning News Supply and demand planning The accelerated transformation in business-to-business payments seen in the last three years is set to continue into 2024 and beyond. As businesses look for more efficient ways to make and take payments and even fund their operations and growth initiatives, digital B2B payment technology is proving to be an effective solution.
On the Box selects Spenda to integrate digital payments into their agri platform » Supply Chain Channel
Spenda, an integrated business platform offering a great range of SaaS, payment and lending capacities, is satisfied to report that it has gone into a partnership with On the Box, a site for agents and vendors to trade business cattle, sheep, goats and machinery, to incorporate digital payment arrangements into their platform. The global B2B e-commerce market for agriculture is expected to reach $11.86 Billion By 2030, with the fastest growth expected to occur across the Asia-Pacific region.
Embrace digital transformation now or risk falling behind - First 5000
Today, digital transformation is no longer a forward-thinking option, but a necessity for all businesses aiming to maintain their competitive advantage. The prospect of economic uncertainty can prompt sweeping cost-cutting measures for businesses but investing in technology that improves processes and boosts cash flow is a stronger long-term move for business survival and growth.
How JB Hi-Fi Control Their Stock As Others Struggled
Below is an article published by ChannelNews on the 25th January 2023. Last week, JB Hi-Fi delivered a result that some analysts were not tipping, with unaudited earnings before interest and tax up 14 per cent on an 8.5 per cent lift in sales. Unlike Kogan’s recent financials, there was no mention of stock levels – a hot topic among retailers, because the mass retailers have stock under control due to just-in-time intelligence and an extensive stock control management system.
How to manage business cash flow in uncertain times: Spenda
In this piece, Spenda Managing Director Adrian Floate shares how businesses can manage cash flow amid an uncertain economy. According to KPMG’s recent CEO survey, 86 per cent of executives think there will be a recession in the next year. Despite this belief, over half (60 per cent) think it will be mild and short, and 76 per cent have a plan to deal with the impacts.
Top 5 Retail Technology Trends to Watch Out For in 2023
Technology is transforming the retail landscape. At the rate of innovation, organisations must stay up-to-date with what trends are emerging in the industry. For 2023, Supply Chain Channel has compiled a list of the top 5 retail technology trends predicted to disrupt the year. The retail landscape is rapidly changing as consumer behaviours grow more unpredictable with the rise of e-commerce.
Why all businesses should let their customers pay like Uber
Industry disruptors like Uber introduced consumers to a seamless payment system – a sales process customers now expect. Business software management expert Adrian Floate said business payment processes were long overdue for an overhaul. “Easy, app-based payment systems are now available for all types of businesses,” Mr Floate said. “Having a workflow payments model like Uber, that allows you to charge for goods and services on delivery in real-time is the way of the future.
How to choose the best POS system for your business
Point of Sale (POS) systems are an excellent tool for taking and managing payments in your business. Payment features, however, are just the basics of a POS system. Advanced POS systems are an essential component of running a business and can integrate seamlessly with business operations in real time. They are the “brains” of a business, providing a single source of digital truth across many facets of a company.
How To Choose The Best POS System For Your Business
Tue Jan 5 Written by Adrian Floate Point of Sale (POS) systems are an excellent tool for taking and managing payments in your business. Payment features, however, are just the basics of a POS system. Advanced POS systems are an essential component of running a business and can integrate seamlessly with business operations in real time. They are the ‘brains’ of a business, providing a single source of digital truth across many facets of a company.
New Year’s resolutions for SME owners
The New Year is the ideal time to reflect on past achievements and challenges and set goals for the coming year. For most Australian businesses, 2020 was a year to pivot, introduce remote working arrangements and fast-track eCommerce. SME owners should now take steps to streamline processes that worked well last year, take advantage of new trends and change systems that are causing disruption.
Checklist: six tips to get your business ready for Christmas
This Christmas holiday season will be critical in the recovery of most Australian businesses. Many shops copped a battering with COVID-19 restrictions and the resultant steep economic decline. But with restrictions easing and borders opening, things are finally looking up. Now is the time for business owners to prepare for the Christmas rush and capitalise on more promising economic conditions.
Fintech could have helped prevent Adelaide pizza shop contact tracing bungle
Source: Pexels/Ponyo Sakana. The lie by a pizza worker that sent South Australia into a strict lockdown last week could potentially have been avoided if contact tracers had easy access to financial transactions at COVID-19 hotspots. The pizza worker initially told contact tracers he had bought a takeaway pizza from the store and authorities feared that was how he contracted COVID-19. However, it was later revealed he had been in close contact with an infected co-worker at the store.
6 tips to get your business ready for Christmas
This holiday season will be critical in the recovery of most Australian businesses. Many shops copped a battering with COVID-19 restrictions and the resultant steep economic decline. But with restrictions easing and borders opening, things are finally looking up, writes Adrian Floate. Australians are expected to go on a cash-splash this Christmas, with consumer confidence at a seven-year high.
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